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Top 15 Most Read Stories
At New Jersey Stage
From December 1-7, 2024

originally published: 12/08/2024

Here's a look at the top 15 most read articles published at New Jersey Stage from December 1-7, 2024. 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 8 counties in New Jersey (Bergen, Cape May, Essex, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, and Ocean).

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1) Three South Jersey Theater Companies Nominated for BroadwayWorld New Jersey Awards - (CAPE MAY, NJ) -- Three of South Jersey's top theater companies have once again been nominated for BroadwayWorld New Jersey Awards: East Lynne Theater Co. (Cape May), Fool Moon Theatre Co. (Margate) and Studio;Space (Somers Point).

2) Events This Week in New Jersey from December 3-10, 2024 - Here is a look at upcoming events taking place from December 3-10, 2024 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.

3) St. Nick Makes an Early Arrival at the Kelsey Theatre in "Twas the Night Before Christmas" - (WEST WINDSOR, NJ) -- Lots will be stirring at Mercer County Community College's (MCCC) Kelsey Theatre when the Kelsey Players brings the holiday classic "Twas the Night Before Christmas" to the stage December 6-9, 2024. The excitement and wonder of the long-awaited midnight visit by Santa Claus, made famous in Clement Moore's beloved poem is brought to life in a fun and enchanting musical perfect for even the entire family.




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4) Dragon Ball DAIMA North America Tour comes to American Dream for 3 Days - (EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ) -- American Dream is excited to announce that it will be a featured stop on the highly anticipated Dragon Ball DAIMA North America Tour. Dragon Ball DAIMA is the latest installment in the long-running Dragon Ball series that has become one of the most-loved and highest-grossing media franchises ever. The North America Tour invites fans of all ages to dive into the world of Dragon Ball DAIMA — an original story crafted by series creator Akira Toriyama.

5) Luna Stage's "Mrs. Stern Wanders the Prussian State Library" Gets A New 5 Week Run Off Broadway - (NEW YORK, NY) -- Congrats to Luna Stage! Due to critical acclaim and an incredible run of sold out performances at 59E59 Theaters, Luna Stage's New York premiere of Jenny Lyn Bader's Mrs. Stern Wanders the Prussian State Library, directed by Ari Laura Kreith, is extending and moving to Off-Broadway's WP Theater for a limited five-week engagement, December 10, 2024 – January 12, 2025.

6) Asbury Park Theater Company presents A Big Band Holiday to Remember Fundraiser & Concert - (OCEAN GROVE, NJ) -- Asbury Park Theater Company (APTCo) presents A Big Band Holiday To Remember, an Asbury Park Theater Company Fundraising Event on Saturday, December 14, 2024 featuring Asbury Park music community artists, Broadway performers, and starring guest band leader Remember Jones and his 17 piece big band! The event takes place at the Jersey Shore Arts Center, showtime is 7:30pm.

7) Jesse Malin to Perform A Featured Set at Light of Day WinterFest 2025 - (ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- The Light of Day Foundation is celebrating the 25th Anniversary of WinterFest 2025, the annual music festival taking place January 15-25, 2025 in Asbury Park, Red Bank, Montclair, NJ and New York City. Jesse Malin will perform in New Jersey for first time in two years joining an already powerful lineup including John Rzeznik, Brian Fallon, Brian Baker, Pete Steinkopf and LOD stalwarts Dramarama, Joe Grushecky & The Houserockers, Willie Nile, Tangiers Blues Band w/ Danny Clinch, The Weeklings, James Maddock, Joe D'Urso, Williams Honor, Adam Ezra and many more.

8) Algonquin Arts Theatre presents Irving Berlin's White Christmas - (MANASQUAN, NJ) -- Algonquin Arts Theatre presents Irving Berlin's White Christmas across three weekends from December 7-21, 2024. The musical features Music and Lyrics by Irving Berlin, Book by David Ives and Paul Blake, and is based upon the classic Paramount Pictures film. It was written For the Screen by Norman Krasna, Norman Panama and Melvin Frank.

9) Zimmerli Art Museum has named Jeremiah William McCarthy as Chief Curator - (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- The Zimmerli Art Museum has named Jeremiah William McCarthy as Chief Curator. In this new role, effective January 6, 2025, McCarthy will serve on the Museum's senior leadership team and participate in shaping its mission and vision. He will oversee the Museum's curatorial department and assume responsibility for the Museum's scholarly and artistic program while managing the development of the Museum's permanent collection and exhibitions.

10) Monmouth County Park System issues Call for Entries: "Can't Believe Your Eyes: Optical Illusions Exhibit" - (LINCROFT, NJ) -- Calling all artists!  The Monmouth County Park System is seeking entries into its upcoming Can't Believe Your Eyes: Optical Illusions Exhibit.  Held from February 7-May 16, 2025 at the Gallery in the Thompson Park Creative Arts Center, Lincroft, this exhibit will feature artwork that utilizes optical illusion, surrealistic thematic imagery, or conveys mirages. All mediums are welcome to apply. Entry deadline is Thursday, January 9.




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11) Tommy Dorsey Orchestra Will Mix Holiday Songs with 'All the Hits' at Grunin Center - In 1935, the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra recorded "Santa Claus is Coming to Town" on the Victor record label. Written by J. Fred Coots and Haven Gillespie, it had become a hit in 1934 when Eddie Cantor sang it on his radio show. The Dorsey version featured vocals by Cliff Weston and Edythe Wright, and the current Tommy Dorsey Orchestra will perform it at the band's "Sentimental for the Season" holiday show on Sunday, December 15,  2024, at the Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts in Toms River, NJ.

12) The Moody Blues' John Lodge LIVE! at BergenPAC - Fans of The Moody Blues inside Englewood, NJ's BergenPAC auditorium this Friday, November 15, 2024 evening know that the peak hour for listening to great music will be 8 p.m. sharp when the 1967 album, Days of Future Passed, will be performed live along with other Moody Blues classics by original band member, John Lodge.

13) This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from December 3-10, 2024 - Here is a look at upcoming shows taking place from December 3-10, 2024 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.

14) bergenPAC presents comedian Craig Ferguson on March 14th - (ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) presents comedian Craig Ferguson on Friday, March 14, 2025 at 8:00pm. Ferguson is a multiple Grammy nominated, Peabody and Emmy Award-winning actor, writer, producer, director and comedian with a diverse career that encompasses film, television and the stage.

15) [TIE] Blue Hawk Records to Celebrate 25th Album Release on Friday - (WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ) -- Blue Hawk Records, Monmouth University's student-run record label, is marking a major milestone with the release of its 25th compilation album, Vol. 25: Signature Edition, on Friday, December 6th, 2024. This special album features seven new original tracks from Monmouth students, alumni, and even an American Idol contestant, showcasing the diverse talents within the university community.

15) [TIE] Sing in the Season – Experience holiday magic with Four of NJ's Top Choral Groups - (MORRISTOWN, NJ) – Experience holiday magic with seasonal music from four of New Jersey's top choral arts organizations beginning with The Somerset Hills Chorus conducted by Stephen Sands on Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 3:00pm & 5:00pm in the Gothic S.W. Bowne Hall at Drew University, conveniently located right behind the Shakespeare Theatre. The program will feature a selection of timeless Christmas carols spanning the ages, accompanied by harp and percussion.

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FEATURED EVENTS

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Theresa

Theresa Caputo

Friday, February 14, 2025 @ 7:30pm
Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC)
30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood, NJ 07631
category: community


 

MAC’S

MAC’S Art of Chili Cook-Off Fundraiser

Sunday, February 16, 2025 @ 12:00pm
Middletown Arts Center
36 Church Street, Middletown, NJ 07748
category: community


 

Theresa

Theresa Caputo Live: The Experience

Thursday, February 20, 2025 @ 7:30pm
State Theatre New Jersey
15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
category: community


 

Miss

Miss Grand New Jersey

Sunday, February 23, 2025 @ 5:00pm
Hamilton Stage at Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC)
360 Hamilton Avenue, Rahway, NJ 07065
category: community


 

Artrageous

Artrageous 2025 - Sensory-Friendly Theater

Sunday, February 23, 2025 @ 2:00pm
Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) - Main Stage
1601 Irving Street, Rahway, NJ 07065
category: community


 


 

EVENT PREVIEWS

Garden

Garden State Wineries Host Wine & Chocolate Trail Weekend

(HADDONFIELD, NJ) -- Garden State Wine Growers Association – a coalition of 60+ New Jersey wineries and vineyards supporting the Garden State's wine industry through information, resources, and advocacy – is hosting a weekend of Valentine's Day themed events all centered around wine and chocolate.



Timbuctoo:

Timbuctoo: NJ's Free Black Community Before the Civil War

(MONMOUTH JUNCTION, NJ) -- On Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 2:00pm, Historian Guy Weston will be presenting Timbuctoo: NJ's Free Black Community Before the Civil War at the South Brunswick Senior Center. Timbuctoo was settled in 1826 by formerly enslaved and free Black people with the assistance of Quakers. Most Timbuctoo residents owned their land, and the community established their own school and an AME Zion Church.



Darkside

Darkside New Jersey Art & Oddities Expo Brings: "Til Death Do Us Part" Night Alt-Market on Saturday

(BENSALEM, PA) -- Love is in the air… but so is the scent of darkness. On Saturday, February 15, 2025 the New Jersey Punk Rock Flea Market and Darkside Art & Oddities Expo present "Til Death Do Us Part," a Valentine’s Day-themed night market that blends romance with the macabre. The event takes place at Broken Goblet Brewing in Bensalem, PA.



State

State Theatre New Jersey presents A Night in Lights Benefit Gala

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey will host A Night in Lights: State Theatre New Jersey Benefit Gala on Saturday, June 7, 2025. Proceeds from the gala directly support its mission to provide transformative arts education programs, affordable ticketing initiatives, and community outreach efforts that bring the joy of live entertainment to everyone, regardless of their circumstances. Held at the historic State Theatre, the evening includes dinner, dancing, a silent auction, and an intimate performance by Tony® Award-winning Broadway star Kelli O'Hara.



Presidents'

Presidents' Day Weekend in Cape May features dozens of tours, activities, events

(CAPE MAY, NJ) -- Presidents' Day Weekend, February 14-17, 2025, includes Valentine's Day this year, and there's a surprising array of things to enjoy in Cape May with tours, activities and events presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). The organization's main mission is promoting the preservation, interpretation, and cultural enrichment of the Cape May region for its residents and visitors. Cape May County residents: this holiday weekend is a good time to explore your hometown.