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Independence Play: A Very Unknown Doctor in a Very Well-Known War

by Bruce Chadwick
published 2022-03-12

Who on earth was Dr. Mary Walker?



Exit 82 Theatre Company opens 2022 season with "First Date"

(TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- Exit 82 Theatre Company opens their 2022 season with First Date. When blind date newbie Aaron is set up with serial-dater Casey, a casual drink at a busy New York restaurant turns into a hilarious high-stakes dinner. As the date unfolds in real time, the couple quickly finds that they are not alone on this unpredictable evening. Can this couple turn what could be a dating disaster into something special before the check arrives? ​​Performances run across two weekends (March 18-20 and March 25-27).



Jesse Walker Interviews Cast Members from "Sabrina the Teenage Witch" at 90s Con

(JACKSON, NJ) -- New Jersey’s Jesse Walker, host of the online celebrity show “The Jesse Walker Show,” is currently in Hartford, Connecticut, where he is sitting down with cast members from the hit TV series “Sabrina the Teenage Witch” for a retrospective reunion – 19 years in the making – at “The 90’s Con: The Raddest Celebration This Side of the Millennium,” at the Hartford Convention Center (100 Columbus Blvd., Hartford, CT). Hosted by Mr. Walker the onstage panel and interview will special guests Caroline Rhea, Melissa Joan Hart, Beth Broderick, Jenna Leigh Green and Nate Eric Richert. The recorded panel will air on “The Jesse Walker Show” at 5:00pm on Monday, March 14, 2022 on YouTube and at his website.



"He Loves Me, He Loves Me Not" to Screen at Garden State Film Festival

(OCEAN GROVE, NJ) -- Manalapan filmmaker Amanda Katz is only a senior at Howell High School, but her work has already been selected for two New Jersey film festivals. Katz's short film "He Loves Me, He Loves Me Not" will be screened on Sunday, March 27th at 9:30am as part of the Garden State Film Festival. Her previous film, "Too Close to Home," won best sound design at the New Jersey High School Film Challenge.








Interview with CaritasTarot.com

On the front page of CaritasTarot.com, it welcomes you with a message: "You have found a sanctuary, dedicated to helping you find clarity and a way forward. Your journey begins when you formulate your question, and enlist your guides, angels and your own higher self in a dialogue that cuts through the confusion and lights the way.  I am just the facilitator." That opening intrigued us, so we decided to find out more.  The following is an interview with the artist who is behind the readings...



Light of Day Winterfest Announces Asbury Angels Class of 2022

(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- The Light of Day WinterFest 2022 has announced the Asbury Angels class of 2022 and inductees include Andrew “Hood” Kafafian, Kerry Layton, Jonathan T. Richardson and Billy Ryan.  The inductees will be recognized this evening at the Stone Pony in Asbury Park by Eileen Chapman, Jean Mikle and Tony Pallagrosi.



Old Currents releases "The Glory" from Upcoming Album

(GLEN ROCK, NJ) -- New Jersey alt rockers, Old Currents, released the third single off their upcoming album, The Glory, The Defeat, on March 11, 2022. With influences from ska to folk, the rock ballad, titled “The Glory,” is a unique blend of genres formulated into their own novel sound. Riddled with nostalgia, the wistful melody will take you away to a place that once was. Inspired by his mom, lead singer Jake Novak took to music to share how he has been able to overcome adversity with the life lessons from his upbringing.



Legendary Musician John Lodge's Tour Came Through Jersey

by Shen Shellenberger, JerseyArts.com
published 2022-03-11

If you want to witness timelessness, go to see John Lodge – the legendary bass player, vocalist, and songwriter for The Moody Blues – performed with his 10,000 Light Years Band at the Levoy Theatre in Millville on Wednesday, March 9.



Steve Forbert releases "Moving Through America"

Years before Americana music earned its own category at the Grammy Awards, Steve Forbert helped pioneer the genre's mix of folk, roots-rock, and richly delivered storytelling. He's been a torchbearer of that sound for more than four decades since, navigating the twists and turns of an acclaimed career that's taken him from gold records to Grammy nominations, from New York City's CBGB to Nashville's Bluebird Cafe, from his 1978 debut album to 2022's vital and versatile Moving Through America, out May 13 on Blue Rose. On March 11th, Forbert released a panoramic lyric video for the album's title track, a road song cataloguing towns and late-night drives though mid-America. The album will be released on Blue Rose on May 13, 2022.







 

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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.












LATEST COLUMNS


BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 8/10/26

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.




Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Soaked" by Kiaura Rose

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Soaked" from Kiaura Rose's debut seven-song debut album, "Vagrant."




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 08/06/2026

"I am great! I was in California last weekend and just got back, I have the day off and I'm getting to chat with you so everything is great," says Monster Jam monster truck driver Angelina Nock as she let us in on the profession, her background and what we can expect when she gets behind the wheel of Megalodon at Newark's Prudential Center August 14 through 16.








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