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Sunday Blue Room Brunch feat DNA Music & the Sound of the Steelpan

Sunday, May 05, 2024 @ 1:00pm



South Valley BBQ and Lounge
34 S Valley Rd, West Orange, NJ 07052

Join us at South Valley BBQ and Lounge for an unforgettable live music Brunch in the Blue Room every Sunday. Experience soulful live music, mouthwatering Sunday Brunches, and delicious drinks like our signature Blue Room Mimosa. From Jazz to RnB to Blues to Country, we have something for everyone's musical taste. These concerts are not just background music - get ready for full-blown live performances. Bring your friends, family, or significant other to 34 S. Valley Road in West Orange, NJ. Enjoy free parking and make us your weekly Sunday destination. With a warm atmosphere, friendly staff, and top-notch musicians, you're guaranteed a fantastic time at one of the best live music brunches in town. Don't miss out on this opportunity!

Two Full Sets. Doors open at 1 pm. Music starts at 2 PM

Please make your reservation online on Eventbrite to reserve your seat. We collect your payment on arrival.

Walk-in reservations are welcome anytime during the brunch.

This is going to be an exciting brunch.

 

------------ DNA MUSIC

Experience the electrifying sounds of Caribbean pop music with Athenia, a talented Singer-Songwriter who brings sultry vocals and exciting lyrics to the stage. As the lead singer of DNA, Athenia seamlessly blends Caribbean influences with American and European pop culture for an unforgettable live music experience.

Specializing in live Caribbean fusion music, DNA guarantees entertainment whether performing in an intimate setting or on a large stage. The Steelpan takes center stage at every performance, enhancing Athenia's powerful vocals and captivating stage presence as a Crowd Pleaser and Hype Person.

With an extensive repertoire spanning Soca, Reggae, Dancehall, Latin American Music, Afro Pop/Afro Beat, and DJ music genres, DNA creates an unforgettable musical journey for their audience. Accompanied by Devon, a seasoned Pan Player from Trinidad who also serves as a producer, sound engineer, and professional DJ, this dynamic duo delivers an incredible impact at every event they grace.

Join us as we share our love for performing live music that touches lives on a deep level. Don't miss out on experiencing Athenia's unmatched stage personality - it's truly off the charts!




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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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