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theatre
This Week in Theatre: Previews for Plays Taking Place November 14-20, 2023 
Here are previews of plays taking place from November 14-20, 2023 including a look at productions starting this week, those continuing this week, and those closing this week. Click on the title to go to the full preview. New Jersey Stage covers Equity, community, college, and high school theatre. Check back every week for the weekly theatre preview.
Avenel Performing Arts Center presents "The Godfather's Meshuggener Wedding" 
(AVENEL, NJ) -- The Avenel Performing Arts Center presents The Godfather's Meshuggener Wedding from November 17-19, 2023. In this hilarious show, "Don Borleone's" daughter has decided to tie the knot with Bernie Goldberg at the wackiest wedding of all history. The show has all the trimmings of a real wedding where YOU, the audience play the role of wedding guests as the characters mingle throughout the tables and treat everyone as "Part of the Family."
Theatre Philadelphia Announces 2022-2023 Barrymore Award Recipients 
(PHILADELPHIA, NJ) -- On November 13th, after a nearly three year hiatus, the Barrymore Awards, run by Theatre Philadelphia, returned to honor the 2022-2023 theatre season, the first full season back for many theatres after the pandemic. In a ceremony held at Fringe Arts, Theatre Philadelphia gave out 24 Barrymore Awards to productions from 10 theatres across the region. Recipients were given a brand new Barrymore designed by Nyred Jackson. The Barrymore Awards recognize professional theatre in the Greater Philadelphia region, honoring local artists and theatre companies while increasing public awareness of the richness and diversity of the city's thriving theatre community.
Spring Lake Hosts Holiday Concert Revue with Cocktail Reception 
(SPRING LAKE, NJ) -- As December draws near, immerse yourself in the festive spirit at the Spring Lake Community House & Theatre's enchanting event, Something Wonderful - Holiday Concert Revue and Cocktail Reception on Saturday, November 18, 2023. The magic begins at 7:30pm, but make sure to arrive early at 6:30pm to indulge in the lavish Holiday cocktails served in the festively adorned Brown Room. After the concert, the audience can mingle with the performers as the reception continues. This time, the concert will feature Holiday music to put you in the right festive spirit and setting the perfect tone for the season.
ArtYard presents a staged reading of TyLie Shider's "Shoptalk" 
(FRENCHTOWN, NJ) -- ArtYard Playwright Fellow TyLie Shider's newest play, Shoptalk, explores the transformative, often unsung, power of salons and the intimate relationship between hairdressers and their clientele. ArtYard presents a free staged play reading of Shoptalk on Saturday, November 18, 2023 at the McDonnell Theater. A discussion with Shider follows the reading. The reading begins at 3:00pm.
Mercer County Community College Theater and Dance Students present "Seven Deadly Sins" 
(WEST WINDSOR, NJ) -- Audiences are in store for a unique experience for the senses and the mind when the Mercer County Community College's (MCCC) multiple award-winning Theater and Dance programs present The Seven Deadly Sins from November 17-19, 2023. The Seven Deadly Sins features four original, one-act plays and three dance numbers designed to allow students to explore the fun and dark sides of human nature.
music
MPAC presents Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox 
(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox brings its Life in the Past Lane tour to Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) on Tuesday, December 5, 2023 at 7:30pm. Everything new is old again when you take a road trip to experience Life in The Past Lane! Tickets range from $39-$79.
This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts Taking Place November 14-20, 2023 
Here is a look at upcoming shows taking place from November 14-20, 2023 along with our featured listings. New Jersey Stage offers previews of concerts throughout the Garden State as well as select shows in New York City and Philadelphia areas.
Count Basie Center for the Arts presents Cat Power Sings Dylan: The 1966 Royal Albert Hall Concert 
(RED BANK, NJ) -- The Count Basie Center for the Arts presents Cat Power Sings Dylan: The 1966 Royal Albert Hall Concert on Monday, February 12, 2024. Tickets range from $49.50 to $99.50. Showtime is 7:30pm.
"Harry Chapin at 80: A Retrospective" The Chapin Family LIVE! at MPAC 
On July 16, 1981, the music world lost one of its brightest stars with the death of singer/songwriter Harry Chapin. On Saturday, November 4, 2023, the members of his family gathered together at Morristown, NJ's MPAC to celebrate his life with a Harry Chapin at 80 retrospective concert starring brothers Steve and Tom Chapin, daughter Jen Chapin, nieces Abigail and Lily Chapin, along with The Harry Chapin Band.
comedy
The Vogel presents comedian Kelsey Cook 
(RED BANK, NJ) -- The Vogel presents comedian Kelsey Cook on Saturday, February 10, 2024 with performances at 7:00pm & 9:30pm. Kelsey is the daughter of an International Yo-Yo Champion and a Professional Foosball player, which made for a humor-filled life at a young age.
Holidays with The Flip Side at Vivid Stage 
(SUMMIT, NJ) -- Kick off the holiday season with Vivid Stage, at their annual Holidays with the Flip Side show. Traditional holiday stories and characters are turned on their heads by Vivid's house improv team, The Flip Side, on December 2, 2023 at 8:00pm at the Oakes Center in Summit.
dance
"Jersey City Nutcracker" Returns to the Nimbus Arts Center 
(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Nimbus Dance's Jersey City Nutcracker returns to the Nimbus Arts Center with 15 public performances of the acclaimed production from December 8-23, including with a series of schooltime matinees for local school audiences. Nimbus' adaptation of the classic holiday story offers a thrilling, jazzy interpretation of Tchaikovsky's beloved music with a Jersey City twist. Now in its 13th year, Jersey City Nutcracker delights audiences young and old with a quirky and lovable story of two Jersey City kids and their city adventure, filled with magic, battles, stories of friendship, and exquisite dance.
art
Rutgers Helps Budding High School Artists Build Portfolios 
(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- The community outreach division of the Mason Gross School of the Arts partners with Middlesex County to help underserved high schoolers develop art resumes.
community
Events This Week in New Jersey: November 14-20, 2023 
Here is a look at upcoming events taking place from November 14-20, 2023 along with our featured listings. New Jersey Stage offers previews of events throughout the Garden State as well as select shows in New York City and Philadelphia areas.
FEATURED EVENTS
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Matisyahu
Monday, September 16, 2024 @ 8:00pm
Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC)
30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood, NJ 07631
category: music
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Common and Pete Rock: The Auditorium Tour
Tuesday, September 17, 2024 @ 8:00pm
The Vogel
99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank, NJ 07701
category: music
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Dan Buettner
Tuesday, September 17, 2024 @ 6:00pm
Grunin Center
1 College Drive, Toms River, NJ 08754
category: community
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EVENT PREVIEWS
Literature to Life to Host Two Free Events in NYC - "What is the American Dream?"
(NEW YORK, NY) -- This month, Literature to Life (LTL) will host two free events in New York City entitled "What is the American Dream?" The goal is to bring communities together and explore the unique perspectives of immigrants and refugees in New York City through theatrical performances and interactive discussions.
ON-GOING EVENTS
Montclair Art Museum presents "Family, Community, Belonging: Works from the Collection"
(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- The Montclair Art Museum is thrilled to present its latest exhibition, Family, Community, Belonging: Works from the Collection. This unique collection-based exhibition delves into the ever-evolving notions of family and community, and explores themes of belonging, diversity, and inclusion through a diverse array of artworks. The exhibition opens on February 9, 2024, and will be on display at the museum until January 2026.
