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Triumph Brewery and Restaurant presents the Pete Rodríguez Quintet on Friday

(RED BANK, NJ) —- Triumph Brewery and Restaurant hosts the Pete Rodríguez Quintet on Friday, January 10, 2025 with sets at 8:30pm and 10:15pm. It is the New Jersey release of Rodríguez's dynamic new album, "I'm Pete Rodríguez, Vol. 1" which was recently named one of the Best of 2024 by the New York City Jazz Record. The powerhouse band will feature Rodríguez on trumpet, Jon Beshay on woodwinds, Silvano Monasterios on piano and Rudy Royston on drums.



Black Box presents Staged Reading of "The Goat" by Edward Albee

(TEANECK, NJ) -- In association with The Estate of Edward Albee, Black Box presents a staged reading of Edward Albee's The Goat (2002) on Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at Debonair Music Hall. Admission is free. Showtime is 7:30pm. The play won the Drama Desk Award for Best New Play 2002 and the Tony Award for Best Play 2002.



Ferrell Studios presents "Tick, Tick... BOOM!" at Mignolo Arts Center

(METUCHEN, NJ) -- Ferrell Studios presents Tick, Tick... BOOM! at Mignolo Arts Center from February 14-16, 2025. Tick, Tick... BOOM! is a musical created by late composer, Jonathan Larson (Rent). It is an autobiographical drama that follows Jon's life as a struggling musical theatre composer living in New York City in 1990.



Wharton Community Players presents "The Moors"

(BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ) -- Wharton Community Players (WCP) presents The Moors by Jen Silverman from January 24-February 2, 2025 in the Wharton Black Box Theater (at 60 Locust Avenue) in Berkeley Heights. Join them as we take a trip back to Victorian England with two sisters and their dog, as they dream about what life can be. The arrival of their new governess takes all of the characters on a path they couldn't have anticipated. Full of feeling and wit, The Moors is a riveting dark comedy.








Brightside Tavern hosts Billy Carrión's Higher Standards Live Showcase on January 19th

(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Brightside Tavern hosts Billy Carrión's Higher Standards Live Showcase on Sunday, January 19, 2025 from 12:30pm to 3:30pm. Admission is $10.



Art House Productions Announces Snow Ball Gala Entertainment Lineup, Festivities & Honorees

(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Come one, come all to the magical Snow Ball! Art House Productions and presenting sponsor SILVERMAN proudly announce the 17th Annual Snow Ball Gala on Saturday, January 25, 2025, from 8:00pm to 11:00pm, with an exclusive VIP Honoree Dinner starting at 6:00pm. The event will be held at Hudson County Community College's Culinary Arts School and Conference Center (161 Newkirk Street) in Jersey City.



Middle Schoolers Experience Wonders of Science at Tween Tech

(GALLOWAY, NJ) -- Before helping each group of students complete their laser projects, Stockton University Physics Professor Joseph Trout asked the same question, "Are there any future scientists here?"



New Release Review - "The Order"

by Eric Hillis, TheMovieWaffler.com
published 2025-01-06

If you've seen Oliver Stone's 1988 film Talk Radio you'll be tangentially aware of one of the subplots within Justin Kurzel's true crime thriller The Order. Stone's film was inspired by the story of Alan Berg, a Jewish radio talk show host who was targeted by a neo-Nazi group known as "The Order." As played by Marc Maron, Berg's voice is the first we hear in Kurzel's film, his words drawing the ire of a couple of white supremacists taking an ominous late night drive.



Vivid Stage to Celebrate 30th Anniversary with Fundraising Gala on Valentine's Day - Love Songs and Laments

(SUMMIT, NJ) -- Vivid Stage will celebrate its 30th Anniversary with a special gala fundraiser on Friday, February 14, 2025. This special Valentine's Day celebration will be held at the Oakes Center in Summit from 6:00pm-10:00pm. As part of this special event, the theatre will honor Steven McIntyre, a former board member and staff member and longtime patron and friend of the company.







 

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.



Paper

Paper Mill Playhouse presents "1776"

(MILLBURN, NJ) -- Paper Mill Playhouse presents 1776, the Tony Award-winning musical, from April 1 through May 2, 2026. It brings the story behind the creation of the Declaration of Independence to the stage with witty satire, compelling drama, and a thrilling score. With music and lyrics by Sherman Edwards and book by Peter Stone, 1776 follows John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, and their fellow delegates as they navigate fiery debates, political tensions, and personal conflicts in their struggle to unite thirteen colonies.












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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