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art629 Gallery presents "City By The Sea"

(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- art629 Gallery will hold an opening reception for their latest exhibit, "City By The Sea", on Friday, September 15, 2023 from 7:00pm to 10:00pm. This exhibit showcases the unique perspectives of local artists on the vibrant city of Asbury Park. Experience the rich history and diversity of this beloved community through a celebration of its people, art, and music. At the opening reception you can meet the talented artists and musicians who represent Asbury Park.



American Repertory Ballet Announces Exciting Dancer Promotions and New Hires for the 2023-24 Season

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- American Repertory Ballet (ARB) is excited to announce the latest appointments and promotions within its Company for its upcoming 2023-24 season. These advancements mark a significant milestone in the dancers' careers, underscoring their talent and commitment as professional ballet dancers.



WHATCo to present "Othello" and "A Midsummer Night's Dream" in September

(WEST HUDSON, NJ) -- The West Hudson Arts & Theater Company (WHATCo) is bringing the Bard to West Hudson this September! Performances of Othello will take place Saturday and Sunday, September 23-24 at 7:30pm, while performances of A Midsummer Night's Dream will take place Saturday and Sunday, September 29-30 at 8:00pm. All performances take place at the WHATCo The Theater at WHATCo, 15 Frank E Rodgers S, Harrison, NJ.



Paradox Museum Celebrates Teachers with Special BOGO Offer

(EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ) -- Paradox Museum New Jersey is proud to announce a new ticket offer specifically designed to honor the contributions of the region's teachers. With the purchase of a full‑price adult ticket, teachers will receive complimentary admission to the museum, with access to some of the world's most exciting experiential collections of educational, mind-twisting and eye‑tricking exhibits.








Unveiling "The Pavilion": Red Mill Museum Village Expands as Premier Event Venue in Historic Clinton

(CLINTON, NJ) -- The Red Mill Museum Village, a beloved and iconic historic complex nestled in the heart of Clinton, New Jersey, is proud to announce the grand unveiling and ribbon-cutting ceremony of its latest addition: "The Pavilion." This monumental structure marks a significant step forward in the evolution of the Red Mill, enhancing its capacity to host a diverse range of events while preserving its rich historical legacy.



Pat Guadagno and his Lonesome Cowboys to Celebrate the 100th Birthday of Hank Williams Sr.

(HOLMDEL, NJ) -- The Axelrod Performing Arts Center presents Pat Guadagno and his Lonesome Cowboys as they host Hank Williams 100th Birthday Bash on Sunday, September 10, 2023. The concert will take place under the stars on the deck at Bell Works in Holmdel. Showtime is 7:00pm.



Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites...8/31/23

by Danny Coleman
published 2023-08-31

"Greener Pastures," we wrote the title track while we were in Dallas, Texas," began Kira Annalise, one half of the duo The Waymores. "We actually started on the drive to Dallas and it just kept noodling through everything we were doing whether we were unloading the van or walking, our little conversations about it started working its way out until one day Kira put it all together," adds her partner, Willie Heath Neal. 



Premiere Stages at Kean University Seeks Submissions to Annual Play Festival

(UNION, NJ) -- Premiere Stages, the professional theatre company in residence at Kean University, is accepting submissions for the 19th annual Premiere Play Festival beginning Friday, September 1. This yearly competition for unproduced scripts offers developmental and production opportunities to up to four playwrights with strong ties to the greater metropolitan area (New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, and Delaware). Previous winners of the Premiere Play Festival have included Dominique Morisseau, Vincent Delaney, Tammy Ryan, Guillermo Reyes, Keith Josef Adkins, Kathyrn Grant, Craig Garcia, Erik Gernand, Gino Diiorio and Erin Breznitsky.



Pulitzer Prize Finalist Play "Bulrusher" Hits the Stage at McCarter Theatre

by Gina Marie Rodriguez & Dave Tavani, JerseyArts.com
published 2023-08-31

Music, humor and clairvoyance are soon to thrill audiences at McCarter Theatre Center in the form of Eisa Davis' Pulitzer Prize finalist play, "Bulrusher." A period piece set in 1950s California, "Bulrusher" is the coming-of-age tale of a multiracial young woman bestowed with the gift of clairvoyance as she navigates life in her mostly white town. More than a fish out of water story, Bulrusher highlights the beauty, complexity and compassion that make life the nuanced ride that it is.







 

EVENT PREVIEWS

NJPAC

NJPAC presents a Spring Season of Jazz

(NEWARK, NJ) -- New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents a Spring Season of Jazz with free monthly jazz jams at Clement's Place and two special concert events inside the Victoria Theater. This series, running from September through June, is co-presented by NJPAC's Jazz Advisory Committee and Rutgers University–Newark's Institute of Jazz Studies (IJS). Immerse yourself in the relaxing sounds of jazz music that stimulate the players’ and listeners' minds.



PBS'

PBS' Independent Lens Launches 20th Season of Free Pop-Up Screening Series in Teaneck and Nationwide

(TEANECK, NJ) -- The award-winning PBS documentary series, INDEPENDENT LENS, presents the launch of the upcoming season of Indie Lens Pop-Up in partnership with the Teaneck International Film Festival and the Puffin Cultural Forum. The season kicks-off on February 4, 2026 with The Librarians and continues through May. The series is free for all but sign up is required.



State

State Theatre New Jersey presents The Sound Studio Series 2026

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey proudly presents The Sound Studio Series, an immersive musical experience that places concertgoers at the very heart of the performance. Held in STNJ's intimate Studio space, limited to just 80 attendees, The Sound Studio Series features a dynamic mix of both classical and rock performances. Each concert concludes with an exclusive post-show meet-and-greet with the artists, offering fans a rare opportunity to connect directly with the performers. Tickets for the series are $20-$30.



Megan

Megan Thee Stallion to make her Broadway debut in "Moulin Rouge! The Musical"

(NEW YORK, NY) -- Producers of the Tony Award®-winning, record-breaking Broadway hit Moulin Rouge! The Musical have announced that three-time Grammy Award-winning superstar and actress Megan Thee Stallion will make her Broadway debut in the production as "Zidler", impresario of the titular nightclub. Taking the stage for a strictly limited 8-week engagement, Megan will light up the Al Hirshfeld Theatre from Tuesday, March 24th to Sunday, May 17, 2026, promising an unmissable, moment in the show's legendary run.



Paper

Paper Mill Playhouse presents "1776"

(MILLBURN, NJ) -- Paper Mill Playhouse presents 1776, the Tony Award-winning musical, from April 1 through May 2, 2026. It brings the story behind the creation of the Declaration of Independence to the stage with witty satire, compelling drama, and a thrilling score. With music and lyrics by Sherman Edwards and book by Peter Stone, 1776 follows John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, and their fellow delegates as they navigate fiery debates, political tensions, and personal conflicts in their struggle to unite thirteen colonies.












LATEST COLUMNS


Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Dance of the Waxwing" by Pyrenesia

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Dance of the Waxwing" by the Lambertville-based gypsy jazz quartet Pyrenesia.




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 04/23/2026

April 26, 2009; 17 years to the day this Sunday that "Danny Coleman's Rock On Radio" took to the airwaves on WIFI 1460 AM radio. Can it be that long? The answer is yes it can be and yes it has. 




This Week in Comedy: April 21-27, 2026

Here's a look at comedy shows taking place across the state from April 21 to April 27, 2026. New Jersey Stage compiles this list from comedy clubs, casinos, and performing arts centers.








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