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FEATURED EVENT PREVIEWS
Wednesday, June 21, 2023 - MPAC presents Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers. (MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Singer-Songwriter Bruce Hornsby returns to Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) with his band The Noisemakers on Wednesday, June 21 at 7;30pm. Tickets range from $39-$79.
Thursday, June 22, 2023 - The Smooth Cruise Is Back!. (NEW YORK, NY) -- Smooth Jazz New York with Smooth Jazz New Jersey present Jonathan Butler and Gerald Albright on The Smooth Cruise on June 22, 2023. The cruise sails from Pier 40 (Westside Hwy. and Houston Street) in New York, NY. Boarding is at 6:30pm; the cruise departs at 7:30pm. There is a buffet and cash bar available on board.
Thursday, June 22, 2023 - Vanguard Theater presents "Spring Awakening". (MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Vanguard Theater presents Spring Awakening from June 22 to July 16, 2023. This hit musical features music by Duncan Sheik and book and lyrics by Steven Sater. An electric, vibrant celebration of youth and rebellion, censorship and its consequences, Spring Awakening fuses issues of morality, sexuality, and rock and roll into a story that packs a powerful emotional punch.
Friday, June 23, 2023 - Brick City Comedy Revue presents North to Shore Edition with Chris Gethard. (NEWARK, NJ) -- Brick City Comedy Revue, Newark's premier comedy showcase, has joined the festivities of North to Shore with a special edition on Friday, June 23, 2023 at Kilkenny Alehouse. The event, hosted by Justin Williams and DJ Popido, promises a special line-up of some of the best comedians around. The comedy lineup includes Chris Gethard, Kenice Mobley, Shakir Standley (Shak), Alex Grubard, and Ariel Leaty. The musical guest is Jané Miranda. Showtime is 8:00pm.
Friday, June 23, 2023 - The Princeton Festival presents "I Am Harvey Milk" by Andrew Lippa. (PRINCETON, NJ) -- On Friday, June 23 at 7:00pm and Saturday, June 24 at 7:00pm the Princeton Festival presents I Am Harvey Milk, a musical theater oratorio by acclaimed Broadway composer and lyricist Andrew Lippa (Big Fish, The Addams Family). The show celebrates the legacy of Harvey Milk, an American icon and the first openly gay man to hold office in California.
Friday, June 23, 2023 - Studio Players presents "The Real Thing" by Tom Stoppard. (MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Cue one passionate but never fully satisfying love affair between Henry and Annie. That's the premise behind The Real Thing by Tom Stoppard, which is being presented by Studio Players this June.
Saturday, June 24, 2023 - Monmouth University's Center for the Arts presents The Boxmasters. (WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ) -- Monmouth University's Center for the Arts presents The Boxmasters (Billy Bob Thornton and J.D. Andrew) on Saturday, June 24, 2023 at 8:00pm in the Pollak Theatre. Formed in 2007, The Boxmasters have recorded an impressive and diverse catalogue of music that touches on their love of a wide array of influences, but most importantly, the rock and roll of the 1960's.
Sunday, June 25, 2023 - Count Basie Center for the Arts presents Rufus Wainwright. (RED BANK, NJ) -- Count Basie Center for the Arts presents Rufus Wainwright on Sunday, June 25 at 7:30pm. His upcoming album, Folkocracy, is Rufus Wainwright revisiting his roots, of childhood summers spent at folk festivals and watching his famous family on stage. But it’s also the sound of an artist in the present using all he has learnt from conquering pop to opera and showtunes.
EVENT PREVIEWS
Tuesday, June 20, 2023 - Teens, Master Ceramic Art at Ocean County Library Toms River Branch on June 20th. (TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- Ceramic items add beauty to any living space, and they’re great gifts as well. Teens can create ceramic replicas of sea life in the Makerspace of the Ocean County Library Toms River Branch on Tuesday, June 20. All materials will be provided for this unique one-hour program for young adults aged 13 to 18. Create and decorate a colorful ceramic fish, and take your masterpiece home after it’s been fired in the kiln. The event begins at 3:00pm.
Tuesday, June 20, 2023 - Newark Symphony Hall Presents the Black Creative Economy Summit, Empowering Black Artists and Entrepreneurs. (NEWARK, NJ) -- Newark Symphony Hall, New Jersey's largest and oldest Black arts institution, is proud to announce that it will host the city's first-ever Black Creative Economy Summit from June 20-22, as part of the state's North to Shore Conference. The three-day event aims to foster investment opportunities for artists in technology, film, media and performing arts, while promoting the power of the Black creative economy.
Tuesday, June 20, 2023 - Teaneck Pride Announces Exhibition of Photography by Danielle Richards. (TEANECK, NJ) -- Teaneck Pride announces the opening of a Photography Exhibition, "This Is Who I Am / This Is Who We Are" at the Puffin Cultural Forum. The exhibition features photography by Teaneck photographer Danielle Richards that present portraits of Bergen County LBGTQ+ families and individuals. It will run from June 20 through July 31, 2023.
Wednesday, June 21, 2023 - International Volcano Wine Conference to Take Place June 21st. (NEW YORK, NY) -- //PRWEB) John Szabo, Master Sommelier and award-winning author, in concert with Volcanic Wines International (VWI) have announced the return of the ‘International Volcanic Wine Conference (IVWC)’, which will take place in New York City on June 21st, 2023. The event follows the highly successful previous editions, held in March 2018 and in June 2019, and Szabo’s acclaimed book on the subject, ‘Volcanic Wines: Salt, Grit and Power,’ published in 2016.
Wednesday, June 21, 2023 - The Newton Theatre presents Toad the Wet Sprocket. (NEWTON, NJ) -- Toad the Wet Sprocket will perform at The Newton Theatre on Wednesday, June 21st. The band is still making new music and touring with the same spirit of independence that started it all over three decades ago and credit their success to the unwavering support of their fans. Doors are at 7:00pm, showtime is 8:00pm.
Wednesday, June 21, 2023 - Make Music Day to Take Place in Englewood on June 21st. (ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Celebrate the arrival of Summer with free outdoor concerts as Make Music Englewood returns for its third year, joining over 1,000 worldwide locations on international Make Music Day. Make Music Day is held at outdoor locations every June 21 in honor of the Summer Solstice with origins in France as "La Fête de la Musique," and now is held in over 120 countries.
Wednesday, June 21, 2023 - Hudson West Fest and Hudson Theatre Works host Open Mic on June 21st. (WEEHAWKEN, NJ) -- Hudson West Fest, in partnership with Hudson Theatre Works, is hosting an Open Mic for acoustic singer-songwriters and Poetry/Spoken Word on Wednesday, June 21, 2023. It takes places at Hudson Theatre Works, located within the Wilson School, and runs from 6:30pm to 9:30pm.
Thursday, June 22, 2023 - British Comedy "Round and Round the Garden" by Alan Ayckbourn to Be Performed in a Plainfield Garden. (PLAINFIELD, NJ) -- Dragonfly Multicultural Arts Center presents Round and Round the Garden from June 22-25 on the front porch and in the garden of duCret Center of Arts where Dragonfly is the resident theater company. Round and Round the Garden, by acclaimed British playwright Alan Ayckbourn, focuses on the complicated interactions and tangled relationships of the main character, Norman, who just wants to be loved. The hilarious play explores themes of romance, lust, and the complexities of human nature through the conflicts of his family members and many love interests.
Thursday, June 22, 2023 - Golden Door International Film Festival takes place June 22-24. (JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- The Golden Door International Film Festival is back for its 12th season of offering local, national and international independent filmmakers a forum for screening and premiering their work. This year's festival will run June 22-24, 2023. The grand opening takes place on Thursday, June 22 at 6:00pm with a block of short films, cocktail hour and red carpet celebration. The festival culminates with a red carpet awards ceremony at Art House Productions on June 24 at 6:00pm.
Thursday, June 22, 2023 - Centenary Stage Company presents 80's Revolution. (HACKETTSTOWN, NJ) -- 80's Revolution will hit the Sitnik stage at Centenary Stage Company on Thursday, June 22 at 7:30pm. This performance will take place in The Sitnik Theatre of the Lackland Performing Arts Center on the campus of Centenary University at 715 Grand Avenue, Hackettstown, NJ.
Friday, June 23, 2023 - Rock, Ribs & Ridges Festival to return for 13th Annual Year in June. (AUGUSTA, NJ) -- It's never too early to think about summer and the unique Southern Rock music festival to kick off the concert season: Rock, Ribs & Ridges Festival. The festival, presented by Franklin Sussex Auto Mall, is returning to the Sussex County Fairgrounds in Augusta, NJ from June 23-25. Top legends of Southern rock-the Artimus Pyle Band, 38 Special and Blackberry Smoke are a few of the headline acts set to perform for the 13th annual music and barbecue festival. Other not-to-be-missed acts include the Devon Allman Project, Samantha Fish featuring Jesse Dayton and Dead on Live performing Grateful Dead Favorites, among others.
Friday, June 23, 2023 - Mickey Hart to Present Artwork at Wentworth Galleries in Virginia and New Jersey. (SHORT HILLS, NJ) -- As the Dead & Company prepare for their final Farewell Tour this summer, the bands legendary percussionist, Mickey Hart, will present his newest art collection, the Art of Mickey Hart during two of the groups tour stops. Hart is scheduled to appear at the Wentworth Gallery at Tysons Galleria in McLean VA on Sunday, June 4th at 2:00pm and on Friday, June 23rd at 6:30pm at the Wentworth Gallery at Short Hills Mall in Short Hills, NJ. These two exclusive art showings will be private and intimate for patrons. Those interested in attending should contact the gallery directly for more information.
Friday, June 23, 2023 - Teaneck International Film Festival – Partner in Pride Month. (TEANECK, NJ) -- The Teaneck International Film Festival, in partnership with the Puffin Foundation, Ltd., is presenting two films during Teaneck’s celebration of Pride Month. Check out Teaneckpride.com for the entire June calendar of events and programs that pay tribute to the LGBTQ+ community and mark the dates of the TIFF Pride screenings at the Puffin Cultural Forum, 20 Puffin Way: To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar on Friday, June 23 at 7:30pm and – outside, under the stars – for Of an Age on Friday, June 30 at 9:00pm.
Friday, June 23, 2023 - The Premier Theatre Company presents Roald Dahl's "Matilda The Musical". (RUMSON, NJ) -- The Premier Theatre Company will present the Tony Award-winning Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical at the beautiful Rumson School Auditorium on Forrest Ave in Rumson for 6 performances only. Opening night is Friday, June 23, followed by performances June 24, 25, 30 and July 1 and 2. Evening shows are at 8:00pm, Sunday matinees are at 2:00pm.
Friday, June 23, 2023 - NJCU Center for the Arts presents "The Third Rail". (JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- The NJCU Center for the Arts, in conjunction with onCUE Chronicles, will present "The Third Rail", a story about a journey to freedom, on Friday, June 23, 2023 at 7:30pm. The performance will be held at the Margaret Williams Theatre located inside NJCU's Hepburn Hall, 2039 Kennedy Boulevard, Jersey City, NJ.
Friday, June 23, 2023 - Music Mountain Theatre presents "Spring Awakening". (LAMBERTVILLE, NJ) -- Music Mountain Theatre presents 8 performances of Spring Awakening from June 23 to July 9, 2023. An angsty rock musical adaptation of the seminal play about the trials and tribulations of growing up, Spring Awakening explores the journey from adolescence to adulthood with a poignancy and passion that is illuminating and unforgettable.
Friday, June 23, 2023 - Prototype 237 presents LKFFCT, Blanket Approval, and Night Gallery on Friday. (PATERSON, NJ) -- Prototype 237 presents LKFFCT, Blanket Approval, and Night Gallery in concert on Friday, June 23, 2023 at 8:00pm. Prototype 237 is an artist-built, artist-run performance space created to provide a forum for artists to sound and play their best, and grow a performance-driven community. They will celebrate their 3 year anniversary on September 30, 2023.
Saturday, June 24, 2023 - Newton Theatre presents Jay and The Americans. (NEWTON, NJ) -- Jay and The Americans will perform at The Newton Theatre on Saturday, June 24th. With a staggering 18 charted hits and five Top 10 records, few bands ever reached the heights of Jay And The Americans. Doors are at 7:00pm, showtime is 8:00pm.
Saturday, June 24, 2023 - The Sieminski Theater presents Troubadours: A Carole King & James Taylor Tribute. (BASKING RIDGE, NJ) -- The Sieminski Theater presents Troubadours: A Carole King & James Taylor Tribute on Saturday, June 24 at 7:30pm. Troubadours provide an enchanting evening celebrating the music of Carole King and James Taylor. Music is brought to you by two bands joining together for an unforgettable performance: Home Again – A Tribute to the Music of Carole King, and Steamroller – The Music of James Taylor.
Saturday, June 24, 2023 - One Full Day, Two Spectacular Events In Long Valley: From Family Fun To A Sunset Soirée. (LONG VALLEY, NJ) -- Norwescap's third annual NorwesFest on Saturday, June 24 will be, in baseball terminology, a day-night doubleheader!
Saturday, June 24, 2023 - Jazzy On the Lawn at Elmwood Church Presents Vocalist Lynette Sheard and Saxophonist Bradford Hayes on Saturday. (EAST ORANGE, NJ) -- In celebration of Summer, the Elmwood Church lawn will come alive on Saturday, June 24th with the explosive sounds of jazzy live music as Elmwood Culture Club welcomes stellar musicians' Saxophonist Bradford Hayes and Vocalist Singer Lynette Sheard. The event takes place outside on the Elmwood Church lawn from 3:00pm to 6:00pm.
Sunday, June 25, 2023 - The Newton Theatre presents Dave Mason. (NEWTON, NJ) -- The Newton Theatre presents Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Dave Mason on Sunday, June 25, 2023. Doors are at 6:00pm, showtime is 7:00pm. Tickets range from $59-$74.
Sunday, June 25, 2023 - North to Shore Music Festival presents An Evening with Natalie Merchant at NJPAC. (NEWARK, NJ) -- North to Shore Music Festival presents An Evening with Natalie Merchant as she brings her Keep Your Courage Tour to New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on Sunday, June 25 at 7:00pm. Tickets range from $49.50 to $129.50.
Sunday, June 25, 2023 - Samantha Fish and Jesse Dayton to Perform at Rock, Ribs & Ridges Festival. (AUGUSTA, NJ) -- Among the artists to check out at the upcoming Rock, Ribs & Ridges Festival is the pairing of Samantha Fish and outlaw country badass Jesse Dayton who will perform on Sunday, June 25, 2023 at 4:30pm. The two joined forces to write and record a new album entitled Death Wish Blues. Samantha and Jesse onstage together are an explosive brand of blues/rock-and-roll not to be missed! The festival, presented by Franklin Sussex Auto Mall, is returning to the Sussex County Fairgrounds in Augusta, NJ from June 23-25.
Sunday, June 25, 2023 - The Starlight Jazz Show returns to Tim McLoone's Supper Club on June 25th. (ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- The Starlight Jazz Show returns to Tim McLoone's Supper Club on Sunday, June 25th. This is a collaboration of vocalists, live band and dancers dazzling you with show-stopping Jazz and Broadway performances. The event is scheduled to run from 7:30pm to 10:00pm.
Sunday, June 25, 2023 - Alborada Spanish Dance Theatre presents "Feria de Sevilla" in a Taste of Spain. (WOODBRIDGE, NJ) -- Join New Jersey's premier Spanish & Flamenco Dance Company, the critically acclaimed Alborada Spanish Dance Theatre, on Sunday, June 25 from 2:30pm to 6:00pm (rain date: Sunday, July 2 ) as it transports you, your friends and family to the famous Spanish fair, La Feria de Sevilla at the Parker Press Park (located at 428 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge, NJ). Immerse yourself in the vibrant colors, sights, sounds, tastes and smells of Spain. Admission to this colorful and exciting festival is free!
Sunday, June 25, 2023 - Morris Arts and New Jersey Symphony to Celebrate Milestones at the 39th Annual Giralda Music & Arts Festival. (MADISON, NJ) -- Morris Arts invites you to join them in celebrating their 50th Anniversary at this year's Giralda Music & Arts Festival on Sunday, June 25th on the grounds of the Giralda Farms (Dodge Drive and Madison Ave./Rt. 124., Madison). Gates open at 3:00pm with a pre- show performance at 4:00pm and New Jersey Symphony performance at 6:00pm. Along with musical performances, there will be an art show and sale, children's activities, 50/50 raffle, and food trucks.
Sunday, June 25, 2023 - Music at the Mansion continues on June 25th. (MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- NiCori Studios & Productions announces the next installment of the long running Bloomfield series "Music at the Mansion(TM)" at the historic Thorne Mansion home of the Morristown Unitarian Universalist Fellowship in Morristown on Sunday, June 25 at 3:00pm.
FEATURED EVENT LISTINGS
Tuesday, June 20, 2023 @ 7:00pm - The Barber of Seville at Festival Performance Pavilion at Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street, Princeton, NJ 08540
Wednesday, June 21, 2023 @ 7:00pm - Mazel Tov Cocktail Party at Festival Performance Pavilion at Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street, Princeton, NJ 08540
Wednesday, June 21, 2023 @ 7:30pm - Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown, NJ 07960
Thursday, June 22, 2023 @ 6:30pm - Jonathan Butler and Gerald Albright on The Smooth Cruise at Pier 40, 40 Westside Hwy. and Houston Street, New York, NY 10038
Thursday, June 22, 2023 @ 7:30pm - Three Dog Night at Count Basie Center for the Arts, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank, NJ 07701
Thursday, June 22, 2023 @ 8:00pm - “UMX” The Ultimate Michael Jackson Starring Joby Rogers at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood, NJ 07631
Thursday, June 22, 2023 @ 8:00pm - Carbon Leaf at The Vogel, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank, NJ 07701
Thursday, June 22, 2023 @ 8:00pm - Vanguard Theater presents "Spring Awakening" at Vanguard Theater, 180 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair, NJ 077042
Friday, June 23, 2023 @ 7:00pm - I AM HARVEY MILK at Festival Performance Pavilion at Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street, Princeton, NJ 08540
Friday, June 23, 2023 @ 7:00pm - Colin Quinn: Small Talk at The Vogel, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank, NJ 07701
Friday, June 23, 2023 @ 8:00pm - The Great Rock N Roll Time Machine at Grunin Center, 1 College Drive, Toms River, NJ 08754
Friday, June 23, 2023 @ 8:00pm - Colin Mochrie and Brad Sherwood: Scared Scriptless at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood, NJ 07631
Friday, June 23, 2023 @ 8:00pm - Brick City Comedy Revue (North to Shore Edition w/ Chris Gethard) at Kilkenny Alehouse, 27 Central Avenue, Newark, NJ 07102
Friday, June 23, 2023 @ 8:00pm - Vanguard Theater presents "Spring Awakening" at Vanguard Theater, 180 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair, NJ 077042
Friday, June 23, 2023 @ 8:00pm - "The Real Thing" by Tom Stoppard at Studio Playhouse, 14 Alvin Place, Upper Montclair, NJ 07043
Saturday, June 24, 2023 @ 7:00pm - I AM HARVEY MILK at Festival Performance Pavilion at Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street, Princeton, NJ 08540
Saturday, June 24, 2023 @ 8:00pm - THREE DOG NIGHT at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown, NJ 07960
Saturday, June 24, 2023 @ 8:00pm - The Boxmasters – Billy Bob Thornton and J.D. Andrew at Monmouth University - Pollak Theatre, 400 Cedar Avenue, West Long Branch, NJ 07764
Saturday, June 24, 2023 @ 8:00pm - The Best of The Eagles at South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC), One Sopac Way, South Orange, NJ 07079
Saturday, June 24, 2023 @ 8:00pm - Vanguard Theater presents "Spring Awakening" at Vanguard Theater, 180 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair, NJ 077042
Saturday, June 24, 2023 @ 8:00pm - "The Real Thing" by Tom Stoppard at Studio Playhouse, 14 Alvin Place, Upper Montclair, NJ 07043
Sunday, June 25, 2023 @ 11:00am - Hub City Pride Brunch at State Theatre New Jersey, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Sunday, June 25, 2023 @ 2:00pm - Vanguard Theater presents "Spring Awakening" at Vanguard Theater, 180 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair, NJ 077042
Sunday, June 25, 2023 @ 2:30pm - Alborada Spanish Dance Theatre presents "Feria de Sevilla" in a Taste of Spain at Parker Press Park, 400 Rahway Ave, Woodbridge, NJ 07095
Sunday, June 25, 2023 @ 4:00pm - Peter and the Wolf at Festival Performance Pavilion at Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street, Princeton, NJ 08540
Sunday, June 25, 2023 @ 7:00pm - SOPAC Celebrates Pride at The Loft @ South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC), One Sopac Way, South Orange, NJ 07079
Sunday, June 25, 2023 @ 7:00pm - Vanguard Theater presents "Spring Awakening" at Vanguard Theater, 180 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair, NJ 077042
Sunday, June 25, 2023 @ 7:30pm - Chicago at State Theatre New Jersey, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Sunday, June 25, 2023 @ 7:30pm - Rufus Wainwright at Count Basie Center for the Arts, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank, NJ 07701
