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Holmdel Theatre Company presents "Peter and the Starcatcher"

(HOLMDEL, NJ) -- Holmdel Theatre Company is staging a new production of Peter and the Starcatcher, the Tony-award winning play that explores the origins of "The Boy Who Would Not Grow Up" (a.k.a. Peter Pan). The production will run for two weekends (April 12-21, 2024) and is directed by Kirk White and co-produced by Laurie Devino and Jessica Randell.



Music at Bunker Hill presents Robert McDonald

(SEWELL, NJ) — Esteemed concert pianist and pedagogue Robert McDonald makes his solo debut at Music at Bunker Hill with works by Mendelssohn, Beethoven, Walker, and Debussy. The concert will be held on Sunday, April 21, 2024 at Bunker Hill Presbyterian Church. Showtime is 3:00pm.



Makin Waves Album of the Month: "On the Outside" by Kanak

by Bob Makin
published 2024-03-19

Legendary producer-engineer Ed Stasium (The Ramones, Talking Heads, The Smithereens) was the perfect choice to distill Kanak's raucous three-guitar sound on their latest EP, "On the Outside." Ed had previously worked with David Johansen/Sylvain Sylvain guitarist Johnny Rao who shares six-string duties with Kanak singer-songwriter Tom Kanach (Grimace, Well of Souls, Mischief) and Dramarama guitarist Peter Wood. Rounding out the lineup is the rowdy but tight rhythm section of bassist Joe Rowley and drummer Steve Brown.



New Jersey Stage: Daily Edition 03-19-24

Here is the morning update from New Jersey's arts newswire. We regularly publish between 8-15 new articles and news reports each day. Nobody covers the Arts throughout the Garden State like New Jersey Stage!










Madison Community Arts Center Announces First Six Readings of the New Jersey Women Playwrights Program

(MADISON, NJ) -- Madison Community Arts Center (MCAC) has announced the first six readings of the New Jersey Women Playwrights Program. Works include plays by Maryanne Melloan Woods & Michele Kushner, Yasmine Beverly Rana, Johnna Adams, Dominique Cieri, Yasmine Rana, and Nicole Pandolfo.



Explore Johnny Cash's Legacy in Song and Story at the Ocean County Library

(TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- Johnny Cash's status as a pillar of American popular culture continues long after his death. What do we know about the man behind the music? Scott Moreau will offer a 50-year panorama of his life and perform the songs that made him famous in "Ultimate Johnny Cash: Late & Alone" at four Ocean County Library branches.



North to Shore Festival presents Keyshia Cole, Trey Songz, K. Michelle, and Jaheim in Atlantic City

(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- Get Ready for A Night of Love presented by North to Shore Festival with a stellar musical lineup featuring R&B superstars Keyshia Cole, Trey Songz, K. Michelle, and New Jersey's own Jaheim on Saturday, June 22, 2024 at the historical Boardwalk Hall Arena on the Boardwalk in Atlantic City. Showtime is 8:00pm.



+LIVE+, Stone Temple Pilots, and Soul Asylum to Perform in Holmdel

(HOLMDEL, NJ) -- +LIVE+ and Stone Temple Pilots are teaming up for the Jubilee Tour, a co-headline tour produced by Live Nation. The 19-city run includes a show at the PNC Bank Arts Center in Holmdel on Friday, September 6, 2024. Soul Asylum will be joining them on the bill that night.



Gallery Episode presents "Being Among Others – the City" - a Robert Birmelin solo exhibition

(LEONIA, NJ) -- Gallery Episode presents "Being Among Others – the City," a solo exhibition featuring American artist Robert Birmelin, a local resident of Leonia for 50 years. The exhibition will be on display from March 26 to April 13, 2024.







 

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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


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.




Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Josephine" by Emily Grove

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Josephine" from Emily Grove's forthcoming EP, "Fables," which she will celebrate the release of Aug. 3 at Watermark in Asbury Park.








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