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New Jersey Stage:
Daily Edition 02-08-22




Here is the morning update from New Jersey's arts newswire. We regularly publish between 8-15 new articles and news reports each day. Nobody covers the Arts throughout the Garden State like New Jersey Stage!

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The Ritz Theatre Company partners with Camden County College to present "Greater Tuna"


(HADDON TOWNSHIP, NJ) -- The Ritz Theatre Company has partnered with Camden County College for the first time ever to present Greater Tuna, a hilarious send-up of small-town morals and mores that features just two actors creating the entire population of Tuna (Texas’ third-smallest town) in a “tour de farce” of quick change artistry. The show runs at The Ritz from February 11th through February 27th. 
American Theater Group's Playlab Provides Spotlight For Bipoc Playwrights


Playwright Pandora Scooter was first drawn to life in the theater as a fifth grader. She was assigned a book report, and rather than simply write one, she decided to perform it for the class. “Fortunately, I had a teacher who encouraged me,” she explained. “From that point on, I knew I loved theatre.”
Vivid Stage presents Workshop Production of "Twirl" by Joe Sutton


(SUMMIT, NJ) -- Vivid Stage, formerly Dreamcatcher Repertory Theatre, in residence at Oakes Center at 120 Morris Avenue in Summit, will present a workshop production of Twirl by Joe Sutton from February 17 through 27. All audience members will be asked to show proof of vaccination at the box office.

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Brook Arts Center presents Sal “The Voice” Valentinetti


(BOUND BROOK, NJ) -- America’s Got Talent Champion and Golden Buzzer winner - Sal “The Voice” Valentinetti will be appearing at the Brook Arts Center on Friday, February 18, 2022 at 8:00pm.  Valentinetti performs the classic crooner sounds of Dean Martin, Tony Bennett, Frankie Valli, Bobby Darin, Frank Sinatra, and many more.  If you enjoy Michael Bublé and Harry Connick Jr., you will love Sal!  
Makin Waves with Dave Vargo: Good Tunes 'n' Hearts


​​​​​​​Late to the songwriting table, journeyman musician Dave Vargo, who once toured extensively as a sideman, has established a great local solo career in the Asbury Park area. In the midst of recording his third independent album since 2016, Dave was honored by Makin Waves as the 2021 Songwriter of the Year based on the strength of two impressive singles: the pandemic anthemic “Half Bad” and the confessional “Fault Lines.”
Our Favorite Stories In Music: "It Goes Like This, The Peppermint Twist!" Spotlight on The Starliters' Joey Dee


New Jersey Stage published its 25,000th story in December 2021. As the site approached the milestone, we posed the question on social media as how we should celebrate.  One response was to highlight our favorite stories from over the years.  We liked this idea, but could not narrow things down to just 25 favorites so we will present a favorite each day from different genres. Every Monday we feature one of our favorite stories in music. This week's choice is an interview of Joey Dee of The Starliters by Spotlight Central.
RVCC Music Faculty to Present Department's Annual Recital


(BRANCHBURG, NJ) -- Raritan Valley Community College’s Arts & Design department will present the annual Music Faculty Recital, Sunday, February 27 at 2:30pm, in the Welpe Theatre at the College’s Branchburg campus. Masks are required in all RVCC facilities.
NJCU presents Igniting the Imagination: An evening of music and exploration of David Bowie's creative process


(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- New Jersey City University presents Igniting the Imagination: An evening of music and exploration of David Bowie's creative process on Saturday, February 12 at 8:00pm.  The event takes place in the NJCU School of Business Lecture Hall. Admission is $20 and all attendees must adhere to the NJCU Theater COVID-19 Protocols.

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Memory Builds the Monument screens at the Spring 2022 New Jersey Film Festival on February 11


Memory Builds the Monument, which is playing at the New Jersey Film Festival on Friday, February 11 via Video on Demand for 24 hours, shines a spotlight on Club Matinee, a performance theater in Houston’s historic 5th Ward that housed acts such as B.B. King, James Brown, and Sam Cooke. As a haven that blossomed with black talent during an era of segregation, Club Matinee was a place abundant in memories, liveliness, and fantastic music. This high-spirited place of assembly was a source of joy for the black community and a primer place for congregation and socialization. Attendees could dine, chat, and enjoy the music of the greatest black talent to their heart’s desire. Despite the southern backdrop of segregation, the monument that was Club Matinee was a cultural beacon for residents and visitors alike. 

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State Theatre presents Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hernández


(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- The fully renovated State Theatre New Jersey presents Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hernández on Thursday, February 17, 2022 at 8:00pm. A special pre-performance by local dance troupe, Grupo de Danza Folklórica La Sagrada Familia, will be held in the State Theatre’s Studio for Ballet Folklórico ticket buyers at 7:10pm. Tickets range from $15-$55. 
Roxey Ballet Company Announces New Home And Upcoming Performances


(FRENCHTOWN, NJ) -- The Roxey Ballet Company is celebrating its ability to rise up, move forward and create a new season of new beginnings after the pandemic and Hurricane Ida. The Roxey Ballet Company was offered temporary space through their official school, The Mill Ballet School, from the New Hope Eagle Fire Company after the destruction of their former home in Lambertville, NJ from Hurricane Ida.  The New Hope location is now the official home of the Mill Ballet School at 46 N Sugan Rd., New Hope, PA 18938 and one of two locations where The Roxey Ballet Company will rehearse and present works.  The new headquarters for the Roxey Ballet is 6 Seventh Street, Frenchtown, NJ 08825.  The Roxey Ballet Company remains committed to serving all New Jersey communities in all aspects of programming and education/outreach. 
Dance On The Lawn To Return For 9th Year on September 10th


(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Dance on the Lawn will return to the front lawn of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church (73 South Fullerton Avenue) in Montclair on Saturday, September 10 from 3:00pm-5:00pm. The free outdoor dance festival includes live performances by Nai-Ni Chen and Company, Maxine Steinman & Dancers, Sharron Miller's Academy for the Performing Arts and more. Also included in this year’s program will be an original work by William Ervin, winner of Dance on the Lawn’s 2022 “Emerging Commissioned NJ Choreographer” award.  

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Princeton Makes and Ragged Sky Press Hold Second Sunday Poetry Reading on February 13


(PRINCETON, NJ) -- Princeton Makes, a new Princeton-based artist cooperative, and Ragged Sky Press, a local publisher focused on poetry, will host a Second Sunday Poetry Reading on Sunday, February 13 at 4:00pm.  The readings will take place at the Princeton Makes store in the Princeton Shopping Center. 

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Hopewell Theater Returns With Eclectic Shows For The Spring


(HOPEWELL, NJ) --  After being closed for the winter, Hopewell Theater will be reopening in February with a Valentine’s Day show, followed by a robust spring schedule featuring a variety of live music, live performance, comedy, film, and special programs March through May of 2022.
Newark Symphony Hall Hires Industry Veteran Chris Sabin as its First Director of Communications and Social Impact


(NEWARK, NJ) -- Newark Symphony Hall, New Jersey’s largest Black-led arts and entertainment venue, has hired Chris Sabin as its first director of communications and social impact. Sabin brings with him over two decades of experience engaging people and advocating for better outcomes. His experience includes management roles at MTV Networks, UWG and Prime Access. Most recently, Sabin served as an independent marketing, events and talent consultant for clients including the NAACP for its Leadership Summit, National Convention and Image Awards.  



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The Disapperance of Miss Scott - Opening Night Film

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Teaneck International Film Festival - Teaneck Cinemas
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