(NEWARK, NJ) -- Pork roll, jaded teens, malls, convenience stores, profound conversations about comic books. Jersey legend Kevin Smith showed the world the secrets of life (whether it be in an actual mall, a convenience store, or Red Bank) in his classic films that put the Garden State firmly on the map as a mecca for indie filmmakers. Now get ready to hear from the man himself when he takes center stage again, this time in person, with "Jersey Sure" on Sunday, June 30, 2024 at New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) as part of the North to Shore festival. Showtime is 3:00pm.

A writer, comedian, podcaster, and film director, Kevin Smith has written and directed numerous films. From Clerks to Mallrats to Dogma and beyond, Smith has made a career out of turning the ordinary aspects of everyday life into something hilarious and worth celebrating. He has used his home state as the perfect backdrop to create his now-cult classic films.

Get ready to hear from the man himself as he takes center stage in person for "Jersey Sure." It seems Silent Bob actually has a lot to say. And we can’t wait to hear it!

Tickets are available for purchase online starting Friday, March 22 at 10:00am. Tickets can also be purchased by calling 888.GO.NJPAC (888.466.5722) or by visiting the NJPAC Box Office at 1 Center Street in Newark, New Jersey. This event takes place in the Victoria Theater.

In addition to his films, Kevin is the creator of AMC’s Comic Book Men and has authored Silent Bob Speaks, Shootin’ the Sh*t with Kevin Smith, My Boring-Ass Life and most recently Tough Sh*t: Life Advice from a Fat, Lazy Slob Who Did Good. He can be heard daily at smodcast.com, a vast network of podcasts.

Newark North 2 Shore Festival Line – Up June 23 – June 30th

JUNE 23

7 p.m.: Samara Joy at Prudential Hall at NJPAC

JUNE 24-30

Newark International Film Festival at various venues

 

JUNE 25

9 a.m.: Black Creative Economy Summit at Symphony Hall

7 p.m.: “Prescribing Creativity: Promoting Health Equity through Arts-on-Prescription” panel discussion, online

 

JUNE 26

9 a.m.: Black Creative Economy Summit at Symphony Hall

5 p.m: Well Together & BLAKTHEBRAND, “The Paradox of Being Art Show” at Equal Space

6 p.m.: “In Our Words … Stories from the Battlefield of Love — The Good, Bad, and Revolutionary” at 44 William Street

6:30 p.m.: The Lincoln Park Jazzy Soul Series at Terrace Ballroom at Symphony Hall

7 p.m.: “Jazz, Jamming, and Living Life” at Clement’s Place

 

JUNE 27

9 a.m.: Black Creative Economy Summit at Symphony Hall

6 p.m.: Felix Hernandez Rhythm Revue Dance Party at Chambers Plaza at NJPAC

6 p.m.: “Rah Digga’s Lyrics Matter: The Salon Series” at Clement’s Place

7 p.m.: Blues People at Clement’s Place

8 p.m.: Matchbox Twenty, Andy Grammer at Prudential Center

 

JUNE 28

7 p.m.: Lynette Sheard Experience at Clement’s Place

7 p.m.: The Amethyst & Amber Griot Gala: A Celebration of Newark Poetry at Kruger Scott Mansion

7:30 p.m.: New Jersey Symphony at Branch Brook Park

8 p.m.: Gabriel Iglesias at Prudential Center

8 p.m.: Brothers Osborne at Prudential Hall at NJPAC

8 p.m.: Zarna Garg at Victoria Theater at NJPAC

8 p.m.: Jeezy, Scarface at Symphony Hall

8 p.m.: Brick City Jam at All Points West Distillery

 

JUNE 29

10 a.m.: Art-making activities at Newark Museum of Art

11 a.m.: Lincoln Park Music Festival Power Up Yogi Fest at Lincoln Park

Noon: Showcase Stage, presented by Audible at Harriett Tubman Square. With Choy, Aja Moyé, J Read, Nicole Soul, Rasha Jay, Evelyn Tejeda, Charisa the Violin Diva & Strings Nation, Company of Collaborative Artists

Noon: Family Fun Day: An Interactive STEAM Fair at Newark Public Library

1 p.m.: CURRENTS: Collaborative Art & Ecology on the Passaic River at Riverfront Park Boat Dock

1 p.m.: “Newark Arts: Murals and Martinis” at Harriett Tubman Square

6 p.m.: “Newark Alliance: Night Market” at Halsey Street between New and Bleeker streets

6:30 p.m.: “Newark Levels: The Muses of Brick City” at Equal Space

7 and 9:30 p.m.: Sommore at Victoria Theater at NJPAC

7:30 p.m.: “Hey! I Heard You’re Black” (staged reading) at NJPAC Center for Arts Education

8 p.m.: Stephen Colbert, conversation with guest TBA at Prudential Hall at NJPAC

 

JUNE 30

10 a.m.: Art-making activities at Newark Museum of Art

Noon: Showcase Stage, presented by Audible at Harriett Tubman Square. With Choy, Aja Moyé, J Read, Nicole Soul, Rasha Jay, Evelyn Tejeda, Charisa the Violin Diva & Strings Nation, Company of Collaborative Artists

1 p.m.: Down in the Ro’ Open Mic Experience at Tinjune Restaurant

2 p.m.: “Broadway in the Bricks” at Military Park

2 p.m.: “Glory in the Garden” (gospel tribute) at Newark Lab School

3 p.m.: “Coming Home” (staged reading), presented by Aurway Repertory Theatre at West End Avenue Park

6 p.m.: The Vibes in the City Experience & Awards Ceremony at Newark Art Hub

6 p.m.: Roc & the Collective RnB Night at The Yard

8 p.m.: Kevin Hart at Prudential Center

The North to Shore Festival, launched in 2023, features all the talent, diversity and creativity that New Jersey has to offer, packed into three extraordinary weekends of performances, screenings, parties and conversations in three of the state's most iconic cities. Hosted by Atlantic City, Asbury Park, and Newark, the North to Shore Festival brings together events at more than 100 venues for an over-the-top showcase of Jersey excellence, aligned with Governor Phil Murphy and First Lady Tammy Murphy’s vision of a celebration worthy of the Garden State’s long legacy of innovation in the arts, film and technology.