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Friday, October 15, 2021 @ 8:00pm



Hopewell Theater
5 S. Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, NJ 08525

Brian Cichocki

Brian Cichocki, hails from a working class neighborhood in Trenton, NJ. A funny kid and quiet observer, he gained a broad education in human behavior as he moved in and out of many circles filled with mixed cultures and observing varying degrees of racial/ethnic tension. He became an actor in is early 20’s training for several years in New York City, while working on his Bachelor’s and Masters Degrees. His experience as an actor in numerous plays and indie films, coupled with his relentless observation and study of human behavior, forged his path into the Director’s Chair.

Brian directed the newly-released Music Video "Cold Cold Coffin" by Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame Inductee and Founding Member of the Alice Cooper Group, Dennis Dunnaway. The video stars Dennis Dunnaway and Calico Cooper. He has also directed the new comedy series “Henry the 9th”, starring Happy Anderson (“Bright”, “MindHunter”), “The Pearl”, starring Cathy Curtin (“Stranger Things”, “Homeland”, “Orange is the New Black”) and Grant Shaud (“Murphy Brown”, “Younger”), as well as the newly-released comedy “SCOTUS and the City”. He has taught Acting and Directing for over 10 years at Montclair State University, as well as Farleigh Dickinson University, and Rider University.

His theatre credits include MGW, Off-Broadway at The Lion’s Theatre, SOLD, The Homecoming, One for the Road, The Crucible, Refuge, Kerry & Angie, The Homeless Secretary, Fear of Rats, Godspell, Kindertransport, and The Dutchman.

Brian is also a seasoned Stand-up Comedian. He has performed all over the country as well as in New York City in clubs such as Carolines on Broadway, Gotham Comedy Club, and Dangerfield's. He has appeared on Gotham Comedy Live, on AXS TV, and has worked with the likes of Paul Reiser, Gilbert Gottfried, Sebastian Maniscalco, Jim Breuer, Ben Bailey, Patrice O’Neal, and many others. He lives in New York City.

Marc Kaye

Marc Kaye has been a regular on the comedy circuit spinning tales of growing up differently, navigating fatherhood, marriage… then divorce… strange looks while traveling and even stranger thoughts when not distracted!

Marc has performed in clubs from CT through Washington, DC on the East Coast and nationally, as well, often finding that there are no real regional differences that can’t be overcome with humor.

An avid writer and musician, Marc has also developed several scripts, three web series, and numerous articles and written and trained for Fortune 500 Companies. In addition, he has held Global Marketing, Business and Innovation roles with Fortune 100 Companies with an emphasis on Marketing.

He is the founder of Eliro, a company that combines the discipline of marketing and the creativity of humor and improv to help train, develop content and drive strategic planning in a new, more effective way.




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EVENT PREVIEWS

(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.












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