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"Fiddler on the Roof" - A Musical Cry from the Embattled Ukraine

by Bruce Chadwick
published 2022-06-05

The storied musical Fiddler on the Roof is coming to Morristown’s Mayo Performing Arts Center June 17 and 18. In case you forgot, it’s the marvelous story of a family led by a tough old father, Tevye,  who puts up with a lot of change from his kids and struggles to hold his townspeople together in a changing and explosive political climate in 1905 in Russia.



Soil Collection Project “Bearing Witness” traveling exhibit Announces locations for June

(EATONTOWN, NJ) -- The New Jersey Social Justice Remembrance Coalition (NJSJRC) has announced new locations for June, where the soil collected from the site of the only recorded lynching in New Jersey, of Samuel “Mingo Jack” Johnson, in Eatontown, will be exhibited.



Gallery Aferro presents "Tell Me More About Yourself (Self-Portraits and Other Autobiographical Endeavors)"

(NEWARK, NJ) -- Just a few short days after the summer solstice, Gallery Aferro will welcome its first group shows to the ever-evolving creative space in over two years. Building on the success of their winter and spring presentations, the Saturday, June 25th opening reception will showcase works from more than 85 artists across three new exhibitions. All shows on exhibition run from June 25 to August 5.



Bendix: Sight Unseen screens at the 2022 New Jersey International Film Festival on June 11!

by Emily Ranieri
published 2022-06-05

Bendix: Sight Unseen, a documentary by Anthony Scalia, will be shown at the 2022 New Jersey International Film Festival on Saturday, June 11th, 2022 in person at 5 pm and online for 24 hours.








Philadelphia Zoo presents Summer Ale Fest on July 16th

(PHILADELPHIA, PA) -- Philadelphia Zoo announces the return of its legendary Summer Ale Fest on Saturday, July 16th, from 7:00pm to 10:00pm. Animal and beer lovers are invited to go wild for craft beer, cider and hard seltzer with 100+ selections pouring from over 65 local, regional and national breweries. This exclusive night also features private Zoo access after-hours, live entertainment, delicious lite bites from Philly’s top food trucks (available for purchase) and, of course, the most majestic animals from around the globe.



The Clydes To Hold Record Release Show In Jersey City

(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- The Clydes will celebrate the release of their new EP, Golden, on Saturday, June 11 at Departed Soles Brewing Company in Jersey City.  The lineup includes The Components and Son Of Dov. There is no cover charge and the show starts at 6:30pm.



2022 New Jersey International Film Festival The Mental State Filmmaker Interview with Director James Camali

by Al Nigrin
published 2022-06-04

The Mental State screens on Friday, June 10 at the 2022 New Jersey International Film Festival. Here is my Interview with Director James Camali:



State Theatre NJ presents Kraftwerk 3-D

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- The newly renovated State Theatre New Jersey presents Kraftwerk 3-D as part of their North American tour on Tuesday, June 14, 2022 at 8:00pm. This Kraftwerk concert brings together music, 3-D visuals, and performance art. Tickets range from $45-$160. 



Move Over, Tea Sets - Ceramic Artists of Color Respond to the World of Today

by Ilene Dube, JerseyArts.com
published 2022-06-03

Enter the exhibition space for Roberto Lugo: The Village Potter, on view at Grounds For Sculpture through January 8, 2023, and you feel like you’ve entered the artist’s studio. There are metal shelves with pots in various stages of completion, a row of potter’s wheels await, and there’s a shiny new kiln. This is, in fact, a Maker Space, where museum-goers can actively participate in the process.







 

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.



Hunterdon

Hunterdon Hills Playhouse presents "Some Enchanted Evening"

(HAMPTON, NJ) -- Hunterdon Hills Playhouse presents Some Enchanted Evening from April 7 through May 16, 2026. This is a celebration of songs that have become a part of our lives. We sing them in the shower and we sing them to entertain and amuse.












LATEST COLUMNS


Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 05/02/2026

Due to a death in the family, the "Sound Bites" weekly column has ben postponed for this week. However, the listings of live music and entertainment are enclosed; we shall return on Thursday May 7 which happens to be the same day as the monthly "Rock On Radio" Happy Hour at the Nottingham Tavern located at 9 Mercer Street in Hamilton Square, NJ with music by Carmen Marranco.




Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Make It Happen" by Mike Chick

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Make It Happen" by Asbury Park Yawn Mower legend Mike Chick from "Congarts," his third solo album and second for Mint 400 Records.




Lighty's Corner: April 30, 2026

The second episode of Lighty’s Corner is live! This is a bi-weekly recorded radio show presenting new rock music from around the globe. Each of the 15 new tracks played were received via email within the last two weeks - a practice I hope to continue each time.








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