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E. M. Lewis Talks Life Updates and Inspirations as 'How The Light Gets In' Arrives at South Camden Theatre Company

by Shen Shellenberger, JerseyArts.com
published 2025-04-17

Several years ago, I talked with playwright/teacher/librettist E.M Lewis when her play "Apple Season" was a 2019 selection for the National New Play Network's Rolling World Premier program. According to the NPNN website, "each Rolling World Premiere supports partnerships between three NNPN Member Theaters and a playwright as they work together to develop and produce three distinct productions of a previously unproduced play."





 

The Mo Willems Classic, "Knuffle Bunny" Arrives At The Growing Stage

(NETCONG, NJ) -- The Growing Stage: The Children's Theatre of New Jersey is thrilled to present, Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Musical weekends from May 2-18, 2025. Based on the book by Mo Willems and published by Hyperion Books for Children, the musical features a script and lyrics by Mo Willems and music by Michael Silversher. It tells the story of Trixie, her father and her favorite stuffed bunny as they set off on a trip to the Laundromat.



Stanley Jordan to Perform at Avenel Performing Arts Center

(AVENEL, NJ) -- Woodbridge Township presents Stanley Jordan at The Avenel Performing Arts Center with support from Woodbridge Arts on Friday, May 2, 2025 at 7:30pm. James "Biscuit" Rouse will open the night.



Troubadour Acoustic Concert Series presents Abby Posner with Bob Andrews

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- The Folk Project's Troubadour Acoustic Concert Series presents Abby Posner with Bob Andrews on Friday, May 2, 2025 at 7:30pm. The concert is available in-person and via live webcast.



Two River Theater to Honor T. Thomas Fortune Cultural Center with Inaugural Spotlight Award

(RED BANK, NJ) -- As part of its 31st Gala on Saturday, May 3, 2025, Two River Theater is thrilled to honor local Community Partner T. Thomas Fortune Cultural Center with its inaugural Spotlight Award.





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New Jersey Symphony and Windborne Music Group present The Music of Led Zeppelin

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- New Jersey Symphony and Windborne Music Group present The Music of Led Zeppelin with Brent Havens conducting and Justin Sargent performing as a vocalist on the program. The performances will take place on Saturday, May 3 at 8:00pm, at bergenPAC in Englewood; and Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 3:00pm, at State Theatre New Jersey in New Brunswick.



Adelphi Orchestra presents Northern Harmonies Concert featuring Violinist Matthew Hakkarainen

(RIVER EDGE, NJ) -- The Adelphi Orchestra, New Jersey's longest continuously performing orchestra, presents Northern Harmonies, a stirring concert showcasing the works of Sibelius, Grieg, and Svendsen under the baton of Maestro Kyunghun Kim. The concert takes place on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 3:00pm at the Broadway Presbyterian Church in New York City and on Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 2:00pm at the Fair Lawn Community Center in New Jersey.



Celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month with 'Bottle Dancers USA' at the Ocean County Library

(TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- L'chaim! Experience the ebullience and energy that make Jewish culture a treat and a treasure. The Ocean County Library is pleased to present performances by Bottle Dancers USA at four branches (Waretown, Stafford, Jackson, and Upper Shores) during May.



2025 Down & Derby Wine Festival: A Day of Wine, Music, and Derby Fun in South Jersey

(PENNSAUKEN, NJ) -- South Jersey's most anticipated wine festival is back! The Fourth Annual Down & Derby Wine Festival will take place on Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 2:00pm–7:00pm at Veterans Island in Cooper River Park. Hosted by the Camden County Board of Commissioners and Visit South Jersey, this exciting event will bring together the finest local wineries, live entertainment, delicious food, and derby-themed festivities.



17th Annual AILEY DAY to Take Place May 3rd

(NEWARK, NJ) -- Hundreds are expected to gather in Newark for the return of the 17th annual AILEY DAY on Saturday, May 3, 2025 beginning at 10:00am at Arts High School (550 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.) and ending at 6:00pm with a free performance at NJPAC's Chamber Plaza (One Center Street). AILEY DAY includes free family-friendly activities for people of all ages and abilities and dancers of all skill levels. The full day of dance immersion kickstarts with classes taught by Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater alumni, faculty and students.