New Jersey Stage: Daily Edition 05-03-22

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Franklin Theatre Works is Holding Auditions for a Performance of "Oliver!" to benefit Child Refugees of Ukraine

(FRANKLIN, NJ) -- Franklin Theatre Works is holding auditions for a special production of Oliver, which will serve as a fundraiser for the child refugees of Ukraine. The show will take place June 25-26 in the Hunterdon Central Regional High School Auditorium in Flemington. All proceeds from the ticket sales will go to Save The Children charity designated for the orphans and children suffering from the war.

State Theatre presents Roald Dahl's "Charlie and The Chocolate Factory"

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- The newly renovated State Theatre New Jersey presents Roald Dahl’s Charlie and The Chocolate Factory for four performances from Friday, May 13 to Sunday, May 15. It tells the story of Willy Wonka, world famous inventor of the Everlasting Gobstopper, who has just made an astonishing announcement. His marvelous—and mysterious—factory is opening its gates…to a lucky few. That includes young Charlie Bucket, whose life definitely needs sweetening. He and four other golden ticket winners will embark on a mesmerizing, life-changing journey through Wonka’s world of pure imagination. Get ready for Oompa-Loompas, incredible inventions, the great glass elevator, and more, more, more at this everlasting showstopper!

Bergen County Players to Hold Auditions for "Ragtime: The Musical"

(ORADELL, NJ) -- One of the most ambitious projects ever produced by the Bergen County Players, Ragtime: The Musical will open BCP's 90th season this September. Open auditions will take place at the Little Firehouse Theatre, 298 Kinderkamack Rd. in Oradell, NJ on Tuesday and Thursday, June 7th and 9th at 7:30pm and on Sunday, June 12th at 10:00am. BCP is seeking an ethnically diverse cast of men and women ages 16 - 65+. Additionally, there are two principal roles for children (boy and girl – stage age 8 – 12).

South Street Players to Present Agatha Christie's "The Mousetrap"

(SPRING LAKE, NJ) -- South Street Players will present Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap over two weekends (May 6-8 and May 13-15) at Wesley Hall. In this classic play, news spreads of a murder in London and a group of seven strangers find themselves snowed in at a stately countryside guesthouse. When a police sergeant arrives, the guests discover – to their horror – that a killer is in their midst!

'Short Shakespeare' Long on Fun

What better way to spend a spring afternoon than going to a Shakespeare play and a play in a theater not just full of adults, but one teeming with young adults, too.

American Theater Group Accepting Applications for PlayLab BIPOC Playwriting Program

(BASKING RIDGE, NJ) -- The American Theater Group (ATG), Somerset County’s professional, regional theater company celebrating its 10th season, has announced it is accepting applications for its PlayLab playwriting program. The application deadline is Friday, June 10, 2022.

Paper Mill Playhouse announces 2022 Rising Star Award Nominations

(MILLBURN, NJ) -- As one of the nation’s leading professional theaters and recipient of the Regional Theatre Tony Award, Paper Mill Playhouse has a well-earned reputation for launching both performers and shows to Broadway. Since their inception in 1996, the Paper Mill Playhouse Rising Star Awards for Excellence in High School Musical Theatre have ignited the careers of many notable performers, all of whom attended high school in New Jersey. The 2022 Paper Mill Playhouse Rising Star Awards ceremony will take place at Paper Mill Playhouse on Monday, June 6 at 7:30pm, featuring presenters from both Broadway and beyond. The ceremony will be livestreamed on Paper Mill’s Facebook page and YouTube channel.

music

Let My People Go! A Spiritual Journey Along the Underground Railroad

(CHERRY HILL, NJ) -- Greater South Jersey Chorus presents a new collaboration with the South Camden Theatre Company and the Camden County Historical Society, through generous funding from PNC Arts Alive and the Camden County Commission for Arts & Heritage, for performances on Saturday, May 14, and Sunday, May 15 of “Let My People Go! A Spiritual Journey Along the Underground Railroad,” music composed and arranged by Donald McCullough with a script by Denny Clark.

Axelrod PAC presents A Toast To Steve & Eydie featuring David Lawrence and Debbie Gravitte

(OCEAN TOWNSHIP, NJ) -- Axelrod Performing Arts Center presents A Toast to Steve & Eydie, featuring one of Broadway’s favorite leading ladies, Tony Award winner Debbie Gravitte alongside David Lawrence, the son of Steve Lawrence and Eydie Gormé, two of the music industry’s most celebrated recording artists and performers. A Toast to Steve & Eydie takes place on Saturday, May 21 at 8:00pm and Sunday, May 22 at 3:00pm at the Vogel Auditorium at the Axelrod Performing Arts Center. Music director Russ Kassoff will be conducting a 20-piece swing band live on stage for this elegant tribute to the First Couple of Entertainment.

Music Icon Frank Sinatra and Broadcast Legend Sid Mark Celebrated Seaside

(AVON-BY-THE-SEA, NJ) -- Musical icon Frank Sinatra and legendary broadcaster Sid Mark were recently celebrated at a Sunday afternoon special event, which took place at the Avon Marina, 2 Main Street, in Avon-By-the-Sea, NJ. Alongside a sunny, picturesque view of the Marina, Guest Speakers Brian Mark, Chuck Granata and Dana Polan honored the memory of Sid Mark and chatted about the music and career of Frank Sinatra.

comedy

NJPAC Presents Comedian Russell Peters

(NEWARK, NJ) -- Russell Peters returns to the global stage with an all-new world tour making a stop in Newark at New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on Saturday, December 3, 2022 at 7:00pm. Russell Peters, awarded with a Gemini, Peabody, Emmy, and Canadian Screen Award and the first comedian to have a comedy special on Netflix, returns to the stage with a hilarious take on cancel culture, aging, and the current state of the world – a show not to be missed.

dance

NJPAC presents Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company on May 21st

(NEWARK, NJ) -- The critically acclaimed Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company presents Celebrating the Legacy of Nai-Ni Chen and the Year of the Water Tiger at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) in a family-friendly matinee celebration on Saturday, May 21, 2022. Paying tribute to the incredible dancer, choreographer, and educator Nai-Ni Chen, this marks the Company’s return to NJPAC after Chen’s untimely passing in December 2021. Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company has been a beloved presence at NJPAC since it first opened its doors in 1997. In addition to vibrant dance commemorating the Year of the Water Tiger, NJPAC will also welcome the innovative classical music group, the Ahn Trio.

food

Shore Foodie Announces 2022 TASTE Award Winners

Shore Foodie, the Ultimate Guide to Food, Dining and Entertainment at the Jersey Shore, has announced the winners of their 2022 TASTE Awards, recognizing culinary excellence at the Jersey Shore. Shore Foodie comes from people who have been involved in the restaurant industry for many years, first as avid “foodies” and for the last 12 years as the presenters of Jersey Shore Restaurant Week.

community

Invest Newark Partners with Newark-Based Incubator =Space to Present Newark Small Business Week 2022

(NEWARK, NJ) -- Invest Newark, the City of Newark’s Economic Development Corporation, has partnered with =SPACE to present Newark Small Business Week: a series dedicated to bringing equitable resources to the booming city of Newark, leading small businesses to success and continued growth. The five-day experience will provide events, workshops and networking opportunities for new and experienced local Newark entrepreneurs alike to help build and support local businesses.

New Jersey Civic Information Consortium Announces Nearly One Million In Grants

(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- The New Jersey Civic Information Consortium has announced $990,000 in grants to innovative local news and information programs around the state as part of the organization’s second round of funding. The recipients include 13 first-time grantees and nine renewals to grantees funded during the Consortium’s initial round last year.

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