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Top 15 Most Read Stories At New Jersey Stage From July 30 - August 5, 2023

Here's a look at the top 15 most read articles published at New Jersey Stage from July 30 - August 5, 2023. 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 11 counties in New Jersey (Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Hunterdon, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Somerset, Sussex, and Union).



The Doobie Others LIVE! in Seaside Heights, NJ

by Spotlight Central
published 2023-08-05

Despite the heat, hundreds of music lovers are "takin' it to the beach" in Seaside Heights, NJ this Thursday, July 28, 2023 evening for a concert by The Doobie Others. Hailing from Long Island, The Doobie Others are a tribute band that recreates the music of The Doobie Brothers in addition to tunes from such "other" ’'70s groups as Steely Dan and the Eagles.



Community Invited to Participate in Creation and See the Reveal of the Public Artwork, "Flood Theater", in Oradell

(ORADELL, NJ) -- The community is invited to attend the Northern New Jersey Community Foundation (NNJCF) - ArtsBergen's unveiling of the public artwork, "Flood Theater", and also participate in the creation of a part of its installation. The event is free-of-charge and takes place on Sunday, August 27 from 12:30pm to 2:30pm at the field next to the Oradell Train Station, located at 400 Maple Avenue across from the Farmer's Market in Oradell, New Jersey.



LATEWAVES Signs With Open Your Ears Records and Will Release New Album in September

(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- Alt-rock band LATEWAVES has signed to Richmond-based Open Your Ears Records. The trio joins the independent label's rapidly growing roster, which includes such artists as Another One Down!, House & Home, Guardrail, Sea Of Storms, and more.








Ocean County Library Barnegat Branch to Exhibit ‘Europe!,’ by Barbara J. Kraemer and Suzi Hoffman

(BARNEGAT, NJ) -- The Ocean County Library Barnegat Branch is pleased to present "Europe!," an exhibit of watercolors, acrylics, and mixed media works by Jersey Shore-based artists Barbara J. Kraemer and Suzi Hoffman, throughout the month of August.



NJPAC Adds Third Performance For Marlon Wayans

(NEWARK, NJ) -- Sometimes outrageous, always audacious, stand-up comic Marlon Wayans returns to New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) with three performances: Friday, August 11 at 7:00pm & 9:30pm and just added Sunday, August 13 at 7:00pm.



Makin Waves Song of the Week: "You're So Vain" by Taylor Simon King

by Bob Makin
published 2023-08-04

Taylor Simon King returns Aug. 5 to URSB Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center. A celebration of American troubadours James Taylor, Carly Simon and Carole King, the all-star band's take on "You're So Vain" is the Makin Waves Song of the Week.



Studio Montclair presents "On and Off the Wall: a Sculpture Invitational"

(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Studio Montclair, Inc. presents "On and Off the Wall: a Sculpture Invitational" from August 4–30, 2023. The exhibit features the work of Studio Montclair member artists Peter Allen, Ry An,Teela W. Banker, Alfredo Cardenas, Nora Chavooshian, Pam Cooper, Linda Brooks Hirschman, Lisa Jacobs, Patrick McCoy, Jennifer Place, Marisol Ross, Katie Truk, Ann Vollum, Sonia Yaco, and Linda Vonderschmidt-LaStella.



Howell PAL Theater Company presents "Peter Pan": Broadway's Timeless Musical

(LAKEWOOD, NJ) -- Howell PAL Theater Company's second summer musical, Peter Pan, Broadway's Timeless Musical whisks audiences away to a place where dreams are born and no one ever grows up. Performances take place at The Strand Theater in Lakewood on Friday, September 8, 2023 at 7:30pm and Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 2:00pm.







 

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.



East

East Lynne Theater Company presents "Having Our Say: The Delany Sisters' First 100 Years" by Emily Mann

(CAPE MAY, NJ) -- The reimagined East Lynne Theater Company opens its Season Forty-Six with the extraordinary, real-life story Having Our Say: The Delany Sisters' First 100 Years by Emily Mann, running June 18 to July 19, 2026 at the Clemans Theater for the Arts at the Allen AME in Cape May.



Princeton

Princeton Summer Theater presents "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown"

(PRINCETON, NJ) -- Princeton Summer Theater's 2026 Children's Show is You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown, which runs weekends from June 20 to August 1, 2026. A beloved musical since its premiere in 1967, Clark Gesner brings Charles M. Schulz's "PEANUTS" characters to the stage. The musical ventures through the highs and lows of young life, from baseball and homework to young love and friendship. With an empathetic and whimsical eye, You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown reminds us of the importance of connection and joy.



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.












LATEST COLUMNS


Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Body Cast" by Tiny Cities

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Body Cast," the latest video from the North Jersey dynamic duo Tiny Cities.




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 07/09/2026

"Very well; and you? We're hoping you can come to The Lizzie Rose on Friday July 31; come as our guest, come enjoy the racket, it's a wonderful room to play," laughed the always jovial Conrad Warre of the Boston based blues/rock band Bees Deluxe as he discussed that upcoming Tuckerton show, their stop at Jamey's House of Music, their upcoming new record, the International Blues Challenge and more.




Frank Hanavan: "Natural & Plus"

Frank Hanavan's Hoboken is wet. In his streetscapes, surfaces glisten. The sky is rarely glowering, but it does seem full; ready to have something to say, or wrapping up something that it is busy saying. The canopy of foliage that hangs over the streetcorners feels saturated with moisture. Even the shadows on the sidewalk are puddle blue. Businesses have their umbrellas open. A few people do, too.








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