(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- After spending 16 years persuading the world’s most reputable artists to headline the intimate Hudson County stage, Jersey City Theater Center’s (JCTC) has announced that tickets for its emotionally-charged 2022-2023 performance season are currently on sale at the JCTC website.
“I remember the days 16 years ago when agents used to ask me where Jersey City was located, and if their clients would even get paid for performances, yet we didn’t give up,” shares Olga Levina, executive producer of JCTC. “We’re changing the perception one show at a time. I won’t lie, the journey has been tough, but I am forever grateful to those who have believed, helped out, and continued fighting the good fight with us. Though there is so much more to do, I am grateful and proud.”
This season, JCTC will showcase productions from international sensations such as the National Theatre of Ukraine, famed musical quartet DakhaBrakha, Heart of Afghanistan, and theatre company from Barcelona, Los Escultores del Aire to one of the nation’s best African Dance companies like Kofago Dance Ensemble and to local the local director-actor from Jersey City, Kent Jackman just to mention a few.
“We’re so pleased to present a full-scale Broadway Musical in the heart of Jersey City to unite diverse people through the arts,” says Levina. “There are many ways to fight wars, and one of them is to unite and show that through storytelling and artistic expression, we explore our common humanity. We are looking forward to welcome you to Jersey City Theater Center!”
Since 2006, JCTC has provided a platform for all artistic voices to be heard. When we share stories through the arts, we spark meaningful dialogue that leads to our ability to build a greater understanding of each other, mutual respect, and better communities together.
The comprehensive list of confirmed shows in 2022 includes the following:
SEPTEMBER 2022
MUSIC: Heart of Afghanistan (Afghanistan) | Global Music Series on September 18, 2022 @ 6:00pm - White Eagle Hall. A multi-talented family of three Afghan musicians illustrate the story of Afghanistan from its pre-Islamicc Buddhist origins.
THEATRE: Theatre in JCTC’s Residence Presents “The Last Match: A Pro-Wrestling Rock Musical” (USA) on September 26, 2022 @ 2:30pm and 7:30pm - White Eagle Hall. Conceptualized by Jeremiah James, directed by Chad Austin, with music and lyrics provided by Jersey City’s artists Sylvana Joyce & The Moment.
THEATRE: “Skin Poem for a Cosy House” Produced by Los Escultores Del Aire (Catalonia, Spain) on September 24, 2022 @ 7:30pm and September 25, 2022 @ 4:00pm - JCTC Studios. A dance theatre show created and performed by Mai Rojas and Raffaella Crapio, “Skin Poem for a Cosy House” takes the audience on a scenic ride through the five stages of human grief.
OCTOBER 2022
MUSIC: DakhaBrakha (Ukraine) | Global Music Series on October 11, 2022 @ 7:30pm - White Eagle Hall. Ukrainian “ethnic chaos” band DakhaBrakha has established itself as an international superstar of sound and soul.
MUSIC: Cordâme (Canada) | Global Music Series on October 15, 2022 @ 6:00pm - JCTC Studios. Cordâme is a dynamic musical ensemble dedicated to interpreting the compositions of composer Jean Félix Mailloux, who parlays influences from the Italian Renaissance into the complex world of Leonardo da Vinci.
MUSIC: Aliw Awards Foundation Presents Philippines’ Best OPM with Jam Morales, Joey Albert, Fe De Los Reyes and Sounds of Manila (Philippines) | Global Music Series on October 16, 2022 @ 6:00pm - White Eagle Hall. Recognizing achievements in the performing arts and entertainment industries for excellence in theatre, opera, dance, and live music.
NOVEMBER 2022
THEATRE: “On the Field of Blood” by National Academic Theater of Lesya Ukrainka (Ukraine) on November 4-5, 2022 @ 7:30pm - JCTC Studios. This poetic drama depicts Judas’ story about his transition from divine love for Jesus to ultimate betrayal.
THEATRE: Theatre in JCTC’s Residence Presents “A Long Way from Homely” (USA) on November 12, 2022 @ 7:30pm - JCTC Studios. A brand-new musical comedy brought to JCTC by writer, actor, director, producer, and visual artist Kent Jackman. Tickets On Sale September 5th.
DANCE: D.I.S.P.L.A.Y.E.D by Heidi Latsky (USA) from November 18-20, 2022 - JCTC Studios. Merging performance artists with disabled creators, D.I.S.P.L.A.Y.E.D invites audiences to wander through “galleries” coupled with spaces to experience 3D holograms with Augmented Reality (AR) goggles. Tickets On Sale September 5th.
DANCE: Kofago Dance Ensemble (USA / Africa) on November 20, 2022 @ 6:00pm - White Eagle Hall. Incorporating the foundations of West African dance traditions into the modern-day Black experience in America for over 20 years, the Ensemble showcases healing and storytelling aspects of the African Diaspora. Tickets On Sale September 5th
DECEMBER 2022
THEATRE: “The Santaland Diaries” by David Sedaris | JCTC Main Stage in December 2022 (Dates To Be Announced) - JCTC Studios. A one-man show based on the witty autobiographical essays of David Sedaris regarding a Christmas job Dates: TBA experience.
This event is made possible by numerous supporters, including the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts, the Hudson County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs/Tourism Development, Hudson County, the City of Jersey City, and the Office of Cultural Affairs.
Jersey City Theater Center (JCTC) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) arts organization committed to inspiring conversations about important issues of our times through the arts. Co-founded by Executive Producer Olga Levina, an immigrant from Belarus, Jersey City Theater Center (JCTC) produces and presents universal yet locally relevant works, emphasizing social justice and human rights.
