(BRICK, NJ) -- Remember Jones, Asbury Park native known nationally for his theatrical performances and original music, has been announced as the first artist to play Brick's first live theater, Mantoloking Road Playhouse. Remember Jones will bring his 17-piece big band to present JONES SINGS JONES! on March 21-22, 2025.
This brand new, 120-seat theater, will be the home of Brick Children’s Community Theater and other live events, and has been built and owned by Anthony and Kendra Zarrilli. Remember Jones (or, then, Anthony D’Amato) is an alumni of the BCCT.
“I spent every summer from ages 12-18 starring in shows with BCCT,” Remember Jones says. “To have the opportunity to raise funds and awareness for a group that introduced me to so many lifelong friends and lessons is a proud honor!”
For two performances, Remember Jones will bring his 17-piece big band to present, JONES SINGS JONES!, a one of a kind celebration of Tom Jones, which includes the entire album, Tom Jones Live in Las Vegas! recorded at the Flamingo Hotel and Casino in the summer of 1969 and more. This show previously sold out 4 performances at the new Bell Theater in Bell Works in Holmdel.
Friday, March 21st will be a gala performance and fundraising event for BCCT. Saturday, March 22nd will be a special added public performance, though tickets are available for purchase online. Mantoloking Road Playhouse is located at 266 Mantoloking Road in Brick, New Jersey.
Audiences can expect to hear many Tom Jones classics including "It’s Not Unusual", "Delilah" and "What’s New Pussycat" as well as covers of songs by The Beatles, Ray Charles and more, with a soulful rock rhythm section backed by 13 horns! These one of a kind arrangements are big and bold and rarely performed! Remember Jones will tell stories of the songs, as well as stories from his school days in Brick with many surprises!
Remember Jones is a captivating showman, soul/pop singer, storyteller, and bandleader, with one-of-a-kind song styling and expert storytelling that keep audiences on their toes and emotions in the moment. Evoking the authentic energy of the greatest front men and women, his original music, high energy, show-band staging, and creative, theatrical events have played to packed and sold-out clubs and theaters throughout the United States.
Recently regarded as one of the Most Influential Figures in NJ Entertainment (Asbury Park Press/USA Today), and heavily featured in ROLLING STONE May 2024 edition, Remember Jones has shared stages with Bruce Springsteen, George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic, Ronnie Spector & The Ronettes, Darlene Love, Buster Poindexter, Nigel Hall, Rebirth Brass Band, Ivan Neville’s Dumpstaphunk, Southside Johnny & The Asbury Jukes, and more, further justifying his versatility.
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