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New Jersey Stage:
Daily Edition 04-18-22




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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Theater League of Clifton to Hold Auditions for "Man of La Mancha"


(CLIFTON, NJ) -- The Theater League of Clifton will hold auditions for its mainstage production of the Broadway classic “Man of La Mancha” on May 5, 6, 7 and call backs on May 9 at Living Hope Presbyterian Church, 303 Maplewood Ave., Clifton. Audition sessions will run from 7:00pm-9:00pm except for Saturday, May 7 (from 1:00pm-3:00pm).
Help East Lynne Theater Company kick off its 42nd Season at Fins Bar & Grille on May 1st


(CAPE MAY, NJ) -- Help East Lynne Theater Company kick off its 42nd Season at Fins Bar & Grille on Sunday, May 1st from 10:30am – 2:30pm.  Fins is located in Cape May at 142 Decatur Street on the Washington Street Mall. This is the fifth year that Fins has helped ELTC and other nonprofits in the community.
Vivid Stage to Honor Retiring Summit Library Director Susuan Permahos at Annual Fundraising Gala: Backyard BBQ Bash


(WATCHUNG, NJ) -- Vivid Stage, formerly Dreamcatcher Repertory Theatre, is holding a Backyard BBQ Bash on May 7, 2022 at a private home in Watchung, NJ. As part of this special fundraising event, the theatre will honor retiring director of the Summit Public Library, Susan Permahos, for her contributions to the arts and culture in Summit.

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Monmouth's Tuesday Night Record Club looks at "Physical Graffiti" by Led Zeppelin


(WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ) -- Monmouth University's Center for the Arts presents a virtual edition of Tuesday Night Record Club on Tuesday, May 3rd at 7:30pm.  They will be taking a look at Physical Graffiti by Led Zeppelin.  The event is free and open to the public, but registration is required. After registering you will be provided the Zoom meeting link to join the conversation.
MattstaGraham Releases "Prescribe Whatever"


(ARIZONA, NJ) --  Emo rock artist MattstaGraham has shared the final single and title track from his forthcoming debut album, Prescribe Whatever.  The album is set to be released on April 29th via I Surrender Records.  
"Smokestack" is latest track released by Kitchen Dwellers


(BOZEMAN, MT) -- Kitchen Dwellers has released “Smokestack” - the latest track off the band’s forthcoming album Wise River. “Smokestack” premiered at Bluegrass Today who said, “they write and record songs that speak to a different sort of bluegrass fan, and have gained a nationwide following as a result.”  
Better Strangers releases "But I Don't Know Your Name"


(MIAMI, FL) -- Burgeoning rock band Better Strangers released their debut single “But I Don’t Know Your Name” across all streaming platforms on April 8th, 2022. The track was be released independently.
Harpin' Help 2022 to Take Place April 24th


(LAKE COMO, NJ) -- Harpin' Help 2022 will take place Sunday, April 24th at Bar Anticipation in Lake Como.  Running from noon to 9:00pm, Harpin' Help is an an annual charity event organized by Sandy Mack, in conjunction with the Jersey Shore Jazz & Blues Foundation (JSJB). The event benefits the Keyport Ministerium Food Pantry, The Reformation Community Food Pantry of West Long Branch, and JSJB. 
American Thrills releases "Ivy League Swing"


Connecticut punks American Thrills have released their new single, "Ivy League Swing” across all digital platforms. The track is the another single off of the band's full-length release set to drop sometime this fall through Wiretap Records.
Lost Trees releases "Inertia"


(ORLANDO, FL) -- Metalcore group Lost Trees hit the ground running with their visceral new single “Inertia”. Between the intimate vocals and atmospheric synth rock undertones, “Inertia” challenges you to better yourself and look for hope even in your darkest moments.
Brook Arts Center presents Chris Ruggiero with "Silly Love Songs"


(BOUND BROOK, NJ) -- Brook Arts Center presents singer Chris Ruggiero on May 20, 2022 at 8:00 pm. Ruggiero takes his audiences on a journey through the golden age of rock and roll, breathing new life into the timeless music of the 1950s, 60s, and 70s.
Axelrod PAC presents Jazz pianist Dr. Art Topilow and vocalist Deb Lyons


(DEAL PARK, NJ) -- Jazz pianist Dr. Art Topilow and vocalist Deb Lyons will team up on Sunday, April 24 at 3:00pm to present a varied program of popular music and standards with selections from Gershwin, Cole Porter and Johnny Mercer to Carole King.  This performance takes place at the Axelrod Performing Arts Center.
Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Know How to Party" by Billy Hector


“Know How to Party,” the single from legendary Jersey Shore guitarist Billy Hector’s latest album, “Rock Night in Jersey,” is the Makin Waves Song of the Week. 

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Art629 Issues Call for Artists


(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- art629 is looking for LGBTQIA+ Artists and Allies to submit work for their upcoming pride exhibition this June.  In honor of NJ Pride Month and in commemoration of the 53rd anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising, an event which helped spark the LGBTQIA+ rights movement, they are looking for art that represents the culture of the LGBTQIA+ community. All media is welcome.
Zimmerli Art Museum presents Walls/Gates/Bridges: An Anti-Carceral Gathering


(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- The Zimmerli Art Museum presents Walls/Gates/Bridges: An Anti-Carceral Gathering on Saturday, May 7th from noon to 5:00pm. This event includes contributions from survivors of incarceration, anti-carceral activists, and scholars about continuing Angela Davis’s struggle for justice and freedom in New Jersey.

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Top 10 Most Read Stories at New Jersey Stage For Week of April 10-16, 2022


Here's a look at the top 10 most read articles published at New Jersey Stage during the week of April 10-16, 2022.  Each week, we publish about 70 articles, including several original columns and features, along with news releases for events happening throughout the state and nearby areas like Philadelphia and New York City. This week Top Ten includes articles covering six counties in New Jersey (Atlantic, Cape May, Essex, Hunterdon, Mercer, and Monmouth).  Paper Mill Playhouse had three of the top five stories along with three stories on music festivals throughout the state.



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Crossroads

Crossroads Theatre Company presents "Crumbs From the Table of Joy"

 Wednesday, November 12, 2025 @ 7:30pm
New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC)
11 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
category: theatre


 

John

John Waite with special guest Jeffrey Gaines

 Wednesday, November 12, 2025 @ 8:00pm
Carteret Performing Arts Center
46 Washington Ave, Carteret, NJ 07008
category: music


 

Frame

Frame by Frame: Finding Animation in Unexpected Places - Artist Talk

 Wednesday, November 12, 2025 @ 4:30pm
Monmouth University - Bey Hall Auditorium
400 Cedar Avenue, West Long Branch, NJ 07764
category: music


 

Albert

Albert Castiglia; Opening- Kelli Baker

 Wednesday, November 12, 2025 @ 7:30pm
Lizzie Rose Music Room
217 E. Main Street, Tuckerton, NJ 08087
category: music


 

Crossroads

Crossroads Theatre Company presents "Crumbs From the Table of Joy"

 Thursday, November 13, 2025 @ 7:30pm
New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC)
11 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
category: theatre


 

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