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Medford Arts "Just Faces" Juried Exhibition

by Chris Lillja, JerseyArts.com
published 2024-03-21

The Medford Arts Center, nestled in the town of Medford, New Jersey, serves as a vibrant hub for the arts community in the area. It is a place where artists and art enthusiasts come together to celebrate and indulge in the beauty of creative expression. The center plays a pivotal role in enriching the cultural landscape of the region by offering a diverse array of programs and events that cater to people of all ages and interests. From art exhibitions and workshops to performances and educational programs, the Medford Arts Center is dedicated to fostering an environment where the arts can flourish. Its mission is to showcase local artists' talents and inspire and engage the community, making art accessible to everyone. With its welcoming atmosphere and commitment to the arts, the Medford Arts Center is a beacon of creativity and cultural engagement in southern New Jersey.



West Windsor Arts Invites Artists to "Leave Your Mark"

(PRINCETON JUNCTION, NJ) -- Artists have the unique opportunity to leave their mark in the world through their artwork. Fiona Clark, West Windsor Arts' Artist in Residence, took that concept a step further when conceiving West Windsor Arts' 2024 Member Art Show. The show runs from April 9 to June 1, 2024.



Broadway Performers Bring Their Talents to Drew University to Lead Student Workshops and Participate in Public Q&A

(MADISON, NJ) -- This spring, Drew University students and residents in the area have the opportunity to meet and learn from Broadway performers during two student workshops and a public "talkback" following Drew's production of A Chorus Line on Thursday, March 28, 2024.



Auditions for Middlesex County Plays-in-the-Park 2024 season to be held April 5-7

(EDISON, NJ) -- Middlesex County Plays-in-the-Park is looking for talent for the upcoming plays: Beauty and the Beast, In the Heights, and A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum. Auditions will take place at their theater in Edison April 5-7.








Light Opera of New Jersey to hold auditions for "Seussical, the Musical"

(BASKING RIDGE, NJ) -- Light Opera of New Jersey will hold auditions for Seussical, the Musical on April 27 from 10:00am to 5:00pm in-person in Basking Ridge and virtual auditions through April 21. This enchanting musical brings to life the beloved characters and stories of Dr. Seuss, with catchy songs and imaginative choreography. Performances will take place August 9-11, 2024 at the Rosen Performing Arts Center in Wayne.



Roxey Ballet presents "Children's Classic Stories"

(EWING, NJ) -- Roxey Ballet invites families to share in the whimsical world of the "Children's Classic Stories" Sleeping Beauty Act III-Aurora's Wedding and Carnival of the Animals this spring season. A production that will delight audiences of all ages, "Children’s Classic Stories" features Roxey's professional company dancers and local students from Mill Ballet School, the official school of Roxey Ballet. The cast beautifully brings these two tales to life while entertaining and inspiring.



The Ma'ayanot Yeshiva High School Drama Society presents "The Curious Incident Of The Dog In The Night-Time"

(TEANECK, NJ) -- The Ma'ayanot Yeshiva High School Drama Society, in ongoing partnership with Black Box Studios, presents The Curious Incident Of The Dog In The Night-Time, based on the novel by Mark Haddon and adapted by Simon Stephens. The acclaimed play will be presented live on stage in the new Ma'ayanot Performing Arts Center in Teaneck from April 9-11, 2024.



Zach Bryan Breaks Prudential Center's Attendance Record

(NEWARK, NJ) -- Zach Bryan's "The Quittin Time" Tour with special guests The Middle East and Levi Turner recorded the highest attended concerts in Prudential Center's sixteen plus year history. The record-breaking concerts featuring the country superstar, had 18,641 guests attend on Thursday, March 14, 2024, and 19,151 guests attend on Friday, March 15, 2024, making for the top two most attended shows in The Rock’s history.



Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites...3/21/24

by Danny Coleman
published 2024-03-21

"It's a small room; isn't it? If it sells out, then it's a sold out room," laughed a very funny and totally engaging founding member of The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, John McEuen as he discussed his time with the band, music and his upcoming March 23 appearance at The Lizzie Rose Music Room in Tuckerton, NJ.







 

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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.



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


BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 7/6/26

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 Loose Panic, Max Rauch, Madeline Fung, Bike Routes, and 9fm. Plus a look back at "The Communist Song" by The KumQuats.




Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Sick About It" by The Orangutwins

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Sick About It" from The Orangutwins' recently released EP, "We Are A Genius."




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 07/02/2026

Overheard conversation today, July 2, 2026:








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