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Paul Robeson Galleries Hosts Opening Reception for "The Magic of Everyday Life: Luis Carle's Queer Translocal Photography"

(NEWARK, NJ) -- Paul Robeson Galleries will host an Opening Reception for "The Magic of Everyday Life: Luis Carle's Queer Translocal Photography" on Thursday, March 3rd from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. The exhibit presents the work of New York Puerto Rican photographer Luis Carle. It was curated by Arnaldo M. Cruz-Malavé with the assistance of Gregory R. de Silva.



Morven Museum & Garden presents "Ma Bell: The Mother of Invention in New Jersey"

(PRINCETON, NJ) -- Showcasing the ways in which NJ-born creations came to be the building blocks of today’s technology, Morven Museum & Garden is delighted to announce our upcoming new exhibition: Ma Bell: The Mother of Invention in New Jersey. Featuring historical artifacts pertinent to the many discoveries, products, and fields of work that comprised the Bell System in NJ, covering the inception of the telephone in the late 19th century to around 1984, when the Bell System monopoly divestiture created the seven “Baby Bells'' known as the Regional Bell Operating Companies, the show includes loans from the AT&T Archives and History Center, MIT Museum, National Radio Astronomy Observatory, the Historical Society of Princeton, Monmouth County Historical Association, Telesat Canada, and other private lenders.  



Two Ocean County Library Branches to Feature Brain Wash Game Show’s “Fast and Victorious Games”

(OCEAN COUNTY, NJ) -- Two Ocean County Library  branches will present Brain Wash Game Show’s “The Fast and Victorious Games” during March: The Stafford Branch on Thursday, March 3 at 6:00pm, and the Manchester Branch on Monday, March 14 at 6:00pm.



The Growing Stage Announces Plays For 11th Annual New Play-Reading Festival

(NETCONG, NJ) -- The Growing Stage: The Children’s Theatre of New Jersey has announced four the plays selected for their 11th Annual New Play-Reading Festival happening March 4-6, 2022.  In the New Play-Reading Festival, four brand-new plays for young audiences, chosen from 150 submitted works, will be read by artists in person at the Historic Palace Theatre. The four plays selected for the festival are: Fit In by Glenn Weyler, Discovering June by Karen Ruetz, The Sanctuary by Ann Eskridge and Maddie and Eleanor by Martha King De Silva.








Our Favorite Stories in Art: The Healing Power of Art

New Jersey Stage published its 25,000th story in December 2021. As the site approached the milestone, we posed the question on social media as how we should celebrate.  One response was to highlight our favorite stories from over the years.  We liked this idea, but could not narrow things down to just 25 favorites so we will present a favorite each day from different genres. Today's choice is a look at the artwork of neurologist Dr. Noah Gilson and how he uses his photography to creating a "healing space". It's a piece called The Healing Power of Art.



"I put myself into every story” - An Interview with Visual Artist Danielle Scott

by Rachel Alban, JerseyArts.com
published 2022-02-25

Danielle Scott creates evocative compositions that tell stories of intense joy and heartrending pain. Artist, educator, and NJ native, Scott graduated from Newark’s Arts High School and earned a BFA from the School of Visual Arts in New York. We recently visited Scott at her Jersey City studio to learn more about her art and her life.



Centenary Stage Company presents The Seamus Egan Project on March 20th

(HACKETTSTOWN, NJ) -- Centenary Stage Company is celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with a concert performance by The Seamus Egan Project on Sunday, March 20 at 2:00pm. The performance will take place in the Sitnik Theatre of the Lackland Performing Arts Center at 715 Grand Avenue, Hackettstown, NJ on the campus of Centenary University. Tickets range from $15.00 to $25.00, and ticket prices increase $5.00 the day of the performances. This event will also be live streamed, and links are available for $10.00 each.  



Lisa Marie Is One Funny Wife & Mom

by Bob Makin
published 2022-02-25

Staten Island-based, Brooklyn-bred Lisa Marie is one funny wife and mom. And her family gives her plenty to make folks laugh.



South Street Players will hold auditions for "The Mousetrap" by Agatha Christie

(SPRING LAKE, NJ) -- South Street Players will hold auditions for The Mousetrap by Agatha Christie at Wesley Hall theater on Sunday, February 27 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm and Tuesday, March 1 from 7:00pm to 9:30pm. This is the world's longest-running play - one which has become as much of a London icon as Big Ben or Buckingham Palace.







 

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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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