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theatre
Edgar Herrera Talks About His Long Road To Becoming Managing Director At George Street Playhouse and His Plans For The Theatre 
Edgar Herrera gave up a manganese mine to go into the performing arts.
That's the short version of the journey that brought him to the George Street Playhouse last May as managing director.
Mile Square Theatre presents "The Christmas Tree Farm" 
(HOBOKEN, NJ) -- Mile Square Theatre presents the World Premiere of The Christmas Tree Farm by Adam Szymkowicz from November 30 through December 23, 2023. This is a heartwarming, bittersweet comedy about love and joy. Get a glimpse of your neighbors in a collection of delicious, bite-sized scenes including a breakup, a breakdown, a meet cute, four Santas, high school sweethearts, a film director and a group of carolers - all taking place at a Christmas Tree Farm! The production is directed by Rachel Dart.
music
Sieminski Theater presents Tomáseen Foley's A Celtic Christmas 
(BASKING RIDGE, NJ) -- On Saturday, December 9, 2023, the Sieminski Theater presents Tomáseen Foley's A Celtic Christmas - a heartwarming holiday event for the entire family! Performances take place at 3:30pm & 7:30pm.
Salty's Beach Bar to Celebrate 40th Anniversary of "Valley Girl" 
(LAKE COMO, NJ) -- Salty's Beach Bar presents a 40th anniversary celebration of the music of Valley Girl on Saturday, December 9, 2023 at 7:00pm. The show features performances by Josie Cotton, The Plimsouls, and an opening acoustic set by Kurt Baker of The Leftovers.
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Broadside releases "Hotel Bleu" 
(RICHMOND, VA) -- Alternative pop rock band Broadside has released their fourth full-length album, Hotel Bleu. Featuring previous singles "Cruel," "Bang," and "Lucid," Hotel Bleu is out now via SharpTone Records. Stream / purchase the album at https://bfan.link/hotel-bleu.
Taking Back Sunday Celebrates Release of "152" 
From throwing a house show to crashing a wedding, Taking Back Sunday has done it all – and that's just within this past year. The beloved rock band released their eighth studio album (and Fantasy Records debut) 152 on October 27th and with it have reminded fans around the world that they’ve still got plenty of surprises up their sleeves.
James D'Amico's Sun Concerts presents Get The Led Out at The Strand 
(LAKEWOOD, NJ) -- James D'Amico's Sun Concerts presents Get The Led Out at The Strand Center for the Arts on Saturday, December 16, 2023. From the bombastic and epic, to the folky and mystical, Get The Led Out (GTLO) have captured the essence of the recorded music of Led Zeppelin and brought it to the concert stage.
PHOTOS from "The Heart of Saturday Night - The Brilliance of Tom Waits" at The Vogel 
(RED BANK, NJ) -- Grammy Award winner Tom Waits recorded over 30 groundbreaking albums, filled with theatrical tales of bungled romance, late-night diners, and early- morning cold fronts. Pat Guadagno and a stellar lineup of artists performed some of the musical gems from Tom's catalog in a tribute entitled, "The Heart of Saturday Night - The Brilliance of Tom Waits" on November 4, 2023 at The Vogel in Red Bank. Photographer John Posada was on hand to take photos.
Philadelphia International Music Festival Alumna to Perform with Philadelphia Orchestra in Beijing 
Not only are Philadelphia International Music Camp and Festival faculty members in the Philadelphia Orchestra delegation for the 50th anniversary of the ensemble's historic 1973 Tour of China, one of PIMF's most distinguished alumna will be joining the orchestra in Beijing as she competes in the final round of China's most prestigious competition for young musicians on Monday, November 13, 2023.
A Conversation with Richie Furay Who Performs at MPAC on November 18, 2023 with Firefall and Pure Prairie League 
Richie Furay — considered one of the pioneers of country-rock — is coming to the Garden State on Saturday, November 18, 2023 to perform in the Legends of Country Rock concert with Firefall and Pure Prairie League at MPAC in Morristown, NJ. Furay is a Rock and Roll Hall of Famer considered by many as the voice of country rock. In fact, it is said that at an Eagles concert in Denver, band leader Glenn Frey once pointed out Furay in the audience and announced, "If it wasn't for you, we wouldn't be here."
New Jersey Youth Chorus Presents Readings and Carols 
(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Light up this holiday season with a stunning performance by the New Jersey Youth Chorus and special guest handbell choir, the Walsh Memorial Bell Choir from the Presbyterian Church of Morris Plains. As part of the 2023-24 season's vision to engage alumni by building a passionate, caring, and broad community of chorus members, the concert features NJYC Alumna Emmalee LaFean. Readings and Carols: Season of Light will take place on Sunday, December 3 at 4:30pm at the Morristown United Methodist Church located at 50 South Park Place in Morristown.
Jonas Brothers Join Forces With Bailey Zimmerman on "Strong Enough" 
Globally celebrated, multi-platinum trio Jonas Brothers recruited rapidly rising, multi-platinum country superstar Bailey Zimmerman for their new single entitled "Strong Enough' out now.
Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Shower the People" by Taylor Simon King 
Veterans Day is November 11th, and Taylor Simon King is showering veterans with love with upcoming benefits for them. To celebrate, their cover of James Taylor's "Shower the People" is the Makin Waves Song of the Week
art
Ghada Amer named Arts Council of Princeton Artist-in-Residence 
(PRINCETON, NJ) -- The Arts Council of Princeton (ACP) announced artist Ghada Amer as a long-term Artist-in-Residence, working in the studio spaces at the Arts Council to produce a new body of clay and print works.
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Artists Mike Quon and Colin Goodall to display their works at the Gallery on Grant 
(DEAL PARK, NJ) -- The Gallery on Grant, located in the Axelrod Performing Arts Center, is pleased to exhibit Modern Panoramas, showcasing the work of two local artists, Mike Quon and Colin Goodall, from November 10 to January 31, 2024.
Engineering Professor and Students Map Rutgers Art Museum 
The public may soon be able to open their laptops to venture into the Zimmerli Art Museum at Rutgers University–New Brunswick and explore its galleries via an online virtual tour.
Acc gallery presents "Contemporary Art as Reproduction" 
(TENAFLY, NJ) -- Acc gallery presents "Contemporary Art as Reproduction" from November 4-30, 2023. In modern society, these days, anything is born digitally. Art cannot avoid it. In the time when everything is rapidly changing, we want to understand the meaning of traditional prints, from the concept of traditional prints that are fading into our memories, to the current digital prints (it might be the correct expression to say that they are copies) and NFTs.
community
The Newark Museum of Art Announces the Reopening of The Ballantine House 
(NEWARK, NJ) -- The newly restored Ballantine House at The Newark Museum of Art, a remarkably preserved 1885 urban mansion, will reopen as an immersive historical experience — transforming a symbol of the city's industrial past into a testament to its diverse communities and a beacon of its bright future.
Top 15 Most Read Stories At New Jersey Stage From November 5-11, 2023 
Here's a look at the top 15 most read articles published at New Jersey Stage from November 5-11, 2023. Each week we publish about 70 articles, including several original columns and features, along with news releases for events happening throughout the state and nearby areas like Philadelphia and New York City. This week's top 15 includes articles from 10 counties in New Jersey (Atlantic, Bergen, Camden, Essex, Hudson, Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, Sussex, and Union Counties).
State Theatre New Jersey presents A Magical Cirque Christmas 
(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents A Magical Cirque Christmas – A Holiday Variety Show on Friday, December 1, 2023 at 7:30pm. This is the ultimate holiday experience—a variety show loaded with nostalgia, charm, comedy, music, and magic. The cast of world-class acrobats, contortionists, and aerialists will push the boundaries and defy gravity. The show also features a captivating holiday musical score.
books
Step into "The Future" with Naomi Alderman In Ocean County Library's Virtual Author Talk Series 
(TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- As power-hungry tech titans unleash a bid for total global control, a small band of friends hatch a plot that will save – or destroy – the world. That's the gist of award winning novelist Naomi Alderman’s new thriller The Future, which she’ll discuss in her Ocean County Library's Virtual Author Talk on Thursday, November 30, 2023 at 3:00pm.
EVENT CALENDAR
ART | COMEDY | DANCE | MUSIC | THEATRE | COMMUNITY
Derek Hough - Symphony of Dance
Thursday, November 30, 2023 @ 7:30pm
Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC)
100 South Street, Morristown, NJ 07960
category: dance
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Livingston Taylor & Lucy Kaplansky
Thursday, November 30, 2023 @ 7:30pm
The Vogel
99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank, NJ 07701
category: music
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Celtic Woman: Christmas Symphony Tour 2023
Thursday, November 30, 2023 @ 7:30pm
Count Basie Center for the Arts
99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank, NJ 07701
category: music
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A Chanticleer Christmas
Thursday, November 30, 2023 @ 7:30pm
South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC)
One Sopac Way, South Orange, NJ 07079
category: music
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Pam Tillis & Phil Vassar
Thursday, November 30, 2023 @ 8:00pm
State Theatre New Jersey
15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
category: music
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ChrisMYSTERY: Suspicion at the Elf-Help Center
Thursday, November 30, 2023 @ 6:00pm
Avenel Performing Arts Center
150 Avenel Street, Avenel, NJ 07001
category: theatre
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George Street Playhouse presents "Having Our Say"
Thursday, November 30, 2023 @ 8:00pm
New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC)
11 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
category: theatre
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Ted Leo Solo (Elk City to open)
Friday, December 01, 2023 @ 8:00pm
Outpost In The Burbs
40 S Fullerton Ave, Montclair, NJ 07042
category: music
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Justin Willman – Magic for Humans in Person Tour
Friday, December 01, 2023 @ 8:00pm
Count Basie Center for the Arts
99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank, NJ 07701
category: community
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RAEL – The Music of Genesis
Friday, December 01, 2023 @ 7:30pm
The Vogel
99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank, NJ 07701
category: music
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Westminster Concert Bell Choir
Friday, December 01, 2023 @ 7:30pm
Grunin Center
1 College Drive, Toms River, NJ 08754
category: music
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Orchestra of St. Peter by the Sea
Friday, December 01, 2023 @ 8:00pm
Monmouth University - Pollak Theatre
400 Cedar Avenue, West Long Branch, NJ 07764
category: music
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