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Morristown Onstage 2024

Thursday, February 29, 2024 @ 7:00pm



Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC)
100 South Street, Morristown, NJ 07960

Morristown ONSTAGE is the premier fundraiser for the Morris Educational Foundation, a non-profit organization enhancing excellence in education in the Morris School District for over 30 years. It is a unique showcase of amateur acts of all ages that celebrates the talents of the greater Morristown community.

This year’s must-see family event of the year features 14 amazing acts with diverse performances spanning rock, R&B, theater, stand-up comedy, pop, jazz and more! A panel of distinguished arts and entertainment professionals will judge the competition, where finalists will have the chance to win $2,500 in prizes including the fan-favorite Audience Choice Award.

A community tradition for 17 years, Morristown ONSTAGE brings people of all ages together to celebrate and discover unique local talent all to benefit the Morris School District and support public education. This year’s must-see family event of the year features 14 amazing acts with diverse performances spanning rock, R&B, theater, stand-up comedy, pop, jazz and more! A panel of distinguished arts and entertainment professionals will judge the competition, where finalists will have the chance to win $2,500 in prizes including the fan-favorite Audience Choice Award.

Emmy Award winner, Tara Bernie, a Morristown resident and owner/founder of TB Yoga House will return for her 10th year as host. Joining her as co-hosts this year will be students from Morristown High School’s Broadcasting Department.

Morristown ONSTAGE was created to further the Morris Educational Foundation’s ability to distribute financial and other resources to and for the Morris School District for enrichment programs and other projects. Since the show’s inception, the event has raised over $1.5 million to benefit the Morris School District supporting 5,700 students and 1,000 educators across 10 schools.

Buy your tickets today to help “Imagine the Possibilities” as all proceeds benefit the mission of the Morris Educational Foundation.




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