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New Jersey Stage: Daily Edition 10-26-23

Here is the morning update from New Jersey's arts newswire. We regularly publish between 8-15 new articles and news reports each day. Nobody covers the Arts throughout the Garden State like New Jersey Stage!





Nimbus & Riverview Jazz present An Evening with Walter Parks

(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Nimbus and Riverview Jazz present An Evening with Walter Parks on Saturday, October 28, 2023 at the Nimbus Arts Center. Swamp blues guitarist Walter Parks and drummer producer Steven Williams unite as The Unlawful Assembly to take a modern look at historic southern U.S. spirituals, hollers, reels and work songs. Showtime is 8:00pm.



NJPAC presents Nickel Creek

(NEWARK, NJ) -- New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents platinum-selling, internationally renowned roots trio of mandolinist Chris Thile, violinist Sara Watkins and guitarist Sean Watkins known as Nickel Creek to Newark on Friday, March 15, 2024 at 8:00pm.



Ars Vitalis at Kean University Presents the Music of Trent Johnson

(UNION, NJ) -- The critically acclaimed Ars Vitalis: The New Jersey New Music Forum at Kean University will present a concert of chamber music arrangements of scenes from the opera Kenyatta by composer Trent Johnson, including a panel discussion with the composer and librettist Richard Wesley. The concert takes place on Thursday, November 2 at 7:30pm at Kean University's Enlow Recital Hall. Admission is free.








Rutgers Jewish Film Festival: Throughout All the Wars and All the Troubles

by Bruce Chadwick
published 2023-10-25

When it comes to film festivals, Karen Small, the executive director of the Rutgers Jewish Film Festival, has seen it all – several times.



PHOTOS from "Freaky Friday" at Axelrod Performing Arts Academy

by John Posada
published 2023-10-25

(DEAL PARK, NJ) -- Axelrod Performing Arts Academy is presenting a new musical version of Freaky Friday, the family favorite story based on the celebrated Disney film and the book by Mary Rodgers, at Axelrod Performing Arts Center from October 27-29, 2023. Photographer John Posada was on hand to take photos.



Night of Too Many Stars to Take Place at Beacon Theatre

(NEW YORK, NY) -- NEXT for AUTISM (NEXT), the leading nonprofit dedicated to building national programs that enhance the lives of autistic adults, presents Night of Too Many Stars (a comedy concert and live auction) on Monday, December 11, 2023, at the Beacon Theatre in New York City. Performers for this year’s event include Rachel Bloom, Stephen Colbert, Ron Funches, James Austin Johnson, Chris Rock, Adam Sandler, Amy Schumer, Jon Stewart, the cast of How to Dance in Ohio, and too many more to come.



MPAC presents Judy Collins and Madeleine Peyroux

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Enjoy a double bill of two of music's most acclaimed vocalists – folk legend Judy Collins and jazz mainstay Madeleine Peyroux -- at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) on Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at 7:30pm. Tickets range from $49-$89. This event was rescheduled from September 2023.



West Windsor Arts' Lunchtime Gallery Series presents A John F. Peto Retrospective online via Zoom

(WEST WINDSOR, NJ) -- Join West Windsor Arts for their Lunchtime Gallery Series on Thursday, November 9, 2023 when the John F Peto Studio Museum presents A Peto Retrospective online via Zoom. This exciting series brings you new topics on the arts from local and regional organizations, museums and galleries. Each session features presentations from various experts. It runs from noon to 1:00pm.







 

EVENT PREVIEWS

MPAC

MPAC Announces Free Summer Concert Lineup for 2026

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Mayo Performing Arts Center's Arts in the Community free summer concert schedule for 2026 has been announced. MPAC will present six free concerts between June and August. The lineup includes the return of three of their most popular events – Bollywood Dance Party, Country Line Dancing and Salsa at Sunset, as well as singer-songwriters, and more.



Classic

Classic American Tales' presents Tales at the Dormer House every Thursday

(CAPE MAY, NJ) -- From June 4 through October 15, 2026 (except for July 2), Classic American Tales (CAT) once more presents Tales at the Dormer House in which guests are treated to lemonade and tasty treats while listening to stories written by noteworthy authors, read by a variety of performers. The schedule is 4:00pm every Thursday at the historic Dormer House Bed and Breakfast (800 Columbia Avenue) in Cape May, NJ. Performances are on the front porch, weather permitting.



2026-27

2026-27 Season Preview: Split Level Concerts at Jersey Shore Arts Center

(OCEAN GROVE, NJ) -- Split Level Concerts at the Jersey Shore Arts Center (JSAC) in Ocean Grove has announced the full concert lineup for its third season. All shows will take place beginning at 8:00pm in JSAC's Palaia Theater. The season lineup includes Willie Nile, John Gorka, Dan Bern, Catie Curtis and Band, Stephen Kellogg, Abbie Gardner, Heather Maloney and Band, and Kim Richey. As they have done in prior years, artists from the Asbury Park music scene will open many of the shows.



MPAC's

MPAC's Summer 2026 Preview

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- From the versatility of Tony winner Darren Criss, the comedy of Abbott Elementary's Janelle James and the nostalgic hits of the Grateful Dead, ABBA and more, Mayo Performing Arts Center's summer lineup features a diverse set of performances and events.



Bradley

Bradley Beach presents 2026 Summer Jazz and Blues Series in Riley Park

(BRADLEY BEACH, NJ) -- The Borough of Bradley Beach presents its Summer Jazz and Blues Series for 2026 throughout July and August. Residents and visitors are invited to enjoy a diverse lineup of world-class musical performances every Wednesday evening from 7:00pm to 9:00pm at beautiful Riley Park.












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Lazlo, founder of BlowUpRadio.com (an online radio station based around New Jersey artists), shines a light on some of the many new releases from NJ based musicians with this column. This week Lazlo takes a look at new releases by Des & the Swagmatics, Bamberdost, Owen Lake and the Tragic Loves, Jonny Couch, Sean Henry Tonight!, and Ava LaMonte. Plus a look back at "Duluth" by Particle Zoo.




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