Celebrate the Kentucky Derby with "Derby Day," a Run for the Roses-Themed Living Movie

(SOMERS POINT, NJ) -- Grab your fascinator and head to "Derby Day," a Kentucky Derby-themed comedic "living movie" written by SPQR Stage Company's Artistic Director Bill Sterritt on Saturday, May 4, 2024 at Studio;Space in Somers Point. Showtime is 3:00pm.

Centenary Stage Company to Hold Auditions for Summer Stock Season and Seeks Tech Staff

(HACKETTSTOWN, NJ) -- Centenary Stage Company will hold auditions for its Summer Stock Season on Friday, May 17th from 6:00pm-10:00pm and Saturday, May 18th from 10:00am-5:00pm in the Lackland Center. No appointment necessary, but you may call the box office to make an appointment in advance. Productions include Grease and I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change. You may audition for one or both shows. You may be asked to attend a dance call on Saturday, May 18th at 2:00pm. Bring a song appropriate for the material.

Colt Coeur presents "Still" by Lia Romeo starring Jayne Atkinson and Tim Daly

(NEW YORK, NY) -- Colt Coeur presents the New York premiere of Still by Lia Romeo from April 18 through May 17, 2024 at DR2 Theatre (103 East 15th Street). Directed by Adrienne Campbell-Holt, Jayne Atkinson and Tim Daly will reprise their acclaimed roles as Helen and Mark in this new play for anyone who's ever wondered "what if?" The two had a successful run at the Dorset Theatre Festival in 2023.

Spring Lake Theatre presents "HMS Pinafore"

(SPRING LAKE, NJ) -- Ahoy, theater enthusiasts! Spring Lake Theatre presents the timeless classic "HMS Pinafore" from April 12-27, 2024. Audiences will be transported back to the Victorian era as they embark on a high-seas adventure filled with romance, humor, and unforgettable melodies.

Chatham Community Players presents "Nine"

(CHATHAM, NJ) -- The Chatham Community Players concludes its 102nd Season with the critically acclaimed and modern musical classic, Nine with music & lyrics by Maury Yeston and book by Arthur Kopit from May 3-18, 2024 at The Chatham Playhouse (23 North Passaic Ave) in Chatham. Based on iconic film director Federico Fellini's legendary work "8 1/2", this spectacular musical adaptation features one man and the dozens of women in his life. Celebrated but impetuous film director, Guido Contini, succumbing to the pressures of filming his latest film epic, suffers a midlife crisis.

Scott Ehrenpreis Shares His Inspiring Mental Health Journey in solo show, "Clowns Like Me"

(NEW YORK, NY) -- Mental illness is no laughing matter, but in the new solo show Clowns Like Me, audience members are encouraged to laugh, cry and enjoy the ride into the unknown. Clowns Like Me will have its New York Off-Broadway Premiere at the DR2 Theatre this summer. The witty, timely, and inspiring story is based on Sarasota actor and storyteller Scott Ehrenpreis’ true life struggles with mental illness and its stigmas. The play was written by Jason Cannon, who also directs. Previews begin on June 21, for a limited engagement through August 18, 2024. Opening night is slated for Sunday, June 30 at 6:30pm.

West Windsor Arts presents Jackie Schiffer's Broadway Boombox

(PRINCETON JUNCTION, NJ) -- West Windsor Arts presents Jackie Schiffer's Broadway Boombox on Saturday, May 11, 2024 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm. This is a kid-friendly musical theater experience. Great for families and anyone who enjoys musicals!

Middle School Students from the Elisabeth Morrow School performed "High School Musical, Jr." at bergenPAC

(ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Middle school students from The Elisabeth Morrow School (EMS) performed High School Musical Jr. at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) in March, giving them the opportunity to experience performing at a real theater.

American Theater Group's Monday Night Play Reading Series presents "Larry: The Big-Time Broadway Producer"

(RAHWAY, NJ) -- American Theater Group (ATG), a professional theater company in Central New Jersey, will present the endearing new comedy Larry: The Big Time Broadway Producer as part of its free Monday Night Play Reading Series on April 29, 2024 at Hamilton Stage in Rahway, NJ. Showtime is 7:00pm.