New Jersey Stage: Daily Edition 06-13-22

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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Moving and Rousing Story of the ‘Freedom Riders’ of 1961

In the spring of 1961, hundreds of young people, black and white, boarded buses in the north headed for cities in the South to protest segregation on buses that had been outlawed by the courts but still used all over the southern states to discriminate against blacks.

The Summit Playhouse to present "The Addams Family" and "Spring Awakening" in July

(SUMMIT, NJ) -- The Summit Playhouse will present The Adams Family (July 7-10) and Spring Awakening (July 22-31) this summer. They will be asking all patrons to wear a mask during performances.

The Words, Wit, and Life of Dorothy Parker Take the Stage at East Lynne Theater

“I’m not a writer with a drinking problem, I’m a drinker with a writing problem.” Dorothy Parker may be best known for the quotes that have long outlived her, but there was far more to the legendary writer than just her wit. Her life is celebrated and her work comes alive in East Lynne Theater Company’s production of “Dorothy Parker: A Certain Woman.” The play runs from June 15 through July 23 at The Cape May Presbyterian Church where the company is in residence.

Praise the Lord: The Nuns Battle the Mob in "Sister Act"

Singer Deloris Van Cartier accidentally sees her boyfriend, Philadelphia mobster Curtis Jackson, murder a man in his office in front of his fellow gangsters. She runs to police headquarters, where she meets old high school friend Lt. Eddie “sweaty Eddie” Souther, who had a crush on her back then. He needs her to testify against Curtis, but knows she might be killed before the trial. The cop has got to hide her and selects, of all places, a local convent that might soon close with its church. He reasons that the nuns will protect her. The good Lord will protect her. Who could ever find her in a convent?

East Lynne Theater Company presents its 33rd Year of "Tales of the Victorians"

(CAPE MAY, NJ) -- The award-winning Equity professional East Lynne Theater Company's popular "Tales of the Victorians" returns for its thirty-third year. Take tea at a unique Cape May venue, indulge in tantalizing treats, and listen to stories by famous American authors like O. Henry, Zora Neale Hurston, and Mark Twain read by ELTC performers for only $12.00. Children are always welcome, and ages 12 and under are free.

music

Makin Waves with Katie Henry: On Her Way

In the fall, North Jersey bluesy roots rocker Katie Henry will embark upon the second leg of her 2022 European tour in support of “On My Way,” her sophomore album and label debut for the German blues label Ruf Records

Squalls to release "Live From the 40 Watt"

(ATHENS, GA) -- As part of the iconic musical scene that exploded into national consciousness in the early 1980s, Athens, GA band Squalls are a part of musical history and a musical movement that resonates to this day. Not all of us had the opportunity to be in Athens in the 80s, but now you can experience it when Squalls release Live From The 40 Watt via Strolling Bones (a subsidiary of New West Records) on August 19th, 2022.

ZILLION releases "Potluck Lunch For The Cannibals"

(WASILLA, AK) -- ZILLION has released his new single “Potluck Lunch For The Cannibals” along with a new music video. ZILLION will be supporting Pop Evil this summer on The Vortex Tour along with Oxymorrons. The tour is set to kick off June 24th and will be making stops in Grand Rapids, Houston, Tulsa, Green Bay, Indianapolis, Seattle, and more.

Museum Of Light Releases Debut Album "Horizon"

Seattle, WA's Museum of Light has released its debut album 'Horizon' via Spartan Records. The trio (which notably includes Rob Smith of Traindodge fame on drums) expertly balances the opposing worlds of heavy and ambient music; Equal parts big, crushing, overwhelmingly heavy riffs and dreamy, Zen-like washes of ambience and found sound.

Sean Tobin and the Boardwalk Fire Releases "Ghost of the Arcade"

(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- Sean Tobin and the Boardwalk Fire has released their third full-length album: Ghost of the Arcade, as well as a new music video for the title track. The album will be celebrated with three consecutive release shows in New Hope, Asbury Park, and Jersey City on June 23rd, 24th, and 25th respectively.

"Stay Above” Released by The Small Calamities

(LOS ANGELES, CA) -- LA based power pop band, The Small Calamities, have released their new single, “Stay Above.” With soft, acoustic guitars the lyrics deliver an uplifting message to listeners and encourage them to “stay above water,” especially as the world continues to burn.

Sunsleeper Releases "Blemishes"

(SALT LAKE CITY, UT) -- Indie rock band Sunsleeper have shared their newest track, “Blemishes” via Rude Records. Colored by the warm halo of 90s alt-rock nostalgia, the new track takes memories of an ending relationship and reframes them into lessons of mindfulness.

Amanda Anne Platt and the Honeycutters LIVE! at the Grunin Center

Music lovers of all ages are patiently waiting inside the auditorium of Toms River, NJ’s Grunin Center for the Arts this Friday, May 27, 2022 evening for a concert of Americana music by North Carolina’s Amanda Anne Platt and the Honeycutters. The group is currently on tour promoting its latest album, 2022’s The Devil and the Deep Blue Sea.

Steve Aoki And Taking Back Sunday Team Up For “Just Us Two”

(LOS ANGELES, CA) -- 2x-Grammy-nominated artist and producer Steve Aoki teamed up with Taking Back Sunday for the new single “Just Us Two.”

Spotlight on The Lamb

The Lamb is a Japanese "City Pop" band. They say their sound is probably more like soft rock, AOR, or yacht rock. The Penguin Rocks presents this interview with The Lamb.

Michaela Anne releases "Oh To Be That Free"

Michaela Anne released her new album Oh To Be That Free on June 10, 2022, a soaring collection of deeply prescient songs that continue to grow profound roots for the Nashville singer-songwriter. Although they were written before the experiences that changed everything for Michaela, these songs became her life support as she confronted a painfully bittersweet new chapter. She became a mother while caring for her own mother, who had suffered a debilitating stroke and was hospitalized for months.

Will Wood releases "You Liked This (Okay, Computer!)"

The musician and multi-media artist Will Wood unleashed a dystopian black comedy satire entitled “You Liked This (Okay Computer!)” on Friday, June 10th with the online premiere and exclusive interview hosted by V13.

RZN8R to Release Debut Album, "Closing The Golden Gate"

(NEW YORK, NY) -- RZN8R (pronounced “resonator”) is the moniker of Oakland-raised, Brooklyn-based producer and singer Derek Buckwalter. RZN8R draws from a wide array of influences, fusing his passions for singing, beats, and new thought spirituality to craft lush, deep, and hypnotic grooves. Set to release his debut album Closing The Golden Gate on July 1, 2022, SF Weekly says RZN8R’s music “leaves the listener feeling invigorated and inspired,” while DoTheBay says, “the expressive electronic beats and hair-raising synths pulsing from RZN8R strike a spiritual nerve.”

Spotlight on Trash Heads

Trash Heads is an alt-rock band based in Kent, UK. They say they play loud and their songs are catchy as hell! The Penguin Rocks presents this interview with Trash Heads.

Spotlight On Elektagaaz

Elektagaaz exists in both the real world and in a fictional universe, a volatile blend that can be bewitching or bewildering or both. The music too can bewitch or bewilder, drawing on such far flung influences as classical music, hip hop, rock, club, techno, pop, dance, film noir, comic strips and video games– all precipitated by Poppo Redband’s neurological condition which causes him to see music as well as hear it. The Penguin Rocks presents this interview with Elektagaaz.

Ferocious Designs releases single “Now or Never” to benefit gun-violence prevention efforts

Ferocious Designs, the music project of central New Jersey-based songwriter Brian Kelley, has released the single and video for “Now or Never,” with proceeds from downloads/streams of the track to be donated to gun-violence prevention efforts.

Nimbus Arts Center hosts Sean Mason Quintet

(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Riverview Jazz in collaboration with Jazz at Lincoln Center present Sean Mason Quintet at the Nimbus Arts Center on Friday, June 17th at 8:00pm. The band includes Sean Mason (piano/leader); Felix Moseholm (bass); Domo Branch (drums); Tony Glausi (trumpet); and Chris Lewis (tenor sax).

Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Power of My Love" by Rory D’Lasnow

The Rory D’Lasnow single, “’Power of My Love,” is now a music video and the Makin Waves Song of the Week.

comedy

Count Basie Center for the Arts presents Tig Notaro

(RED BANK, NJ) -- Count Basie Center for the Arts presents Tig Notaro on Friday, September 9th at 7:00pm. Notaro is an Emmy and Grammy nominated stand-up comedian, writer, radio contributor, and actor as well as a favorite on numerous talk shows, including “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,” “The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon,” and “Ellen.”

film

2022 New Jersey International Film Festival Winners Announced!

We had a very good New Jersey International Film Festival this year. It was nice to be able to do in-person screenings again as well as having a line going out the door with large audiences. I want to thank the thousands of viewers who attended virtually or in person and also thank Gary Wien of New Jersey Stage for sponsoring our Festival again too! All the works that were part of the 2022 New Jersey International Film Festival Competition were selected by a panel of judges including media professionals, journalists, students, and academics. These judges selected the 29 finalists which were publicly screened at our Festival. The finalists were selected from 667 works submitted by filmmakers from around the world. In addition, the judges chose the Prize Winners in conjunction with the Festival Director.

The Afterthought of Life screens at the 2022 New Jersey International Film Festival on Sunday, June 12!

The fascinating documentary The Afterthought of Life closes the 2022 New Jersey International Film Festival on Sunday, June 12. Here is my Interview with Director Svenja Wichmann:

Bacon ‘N’ Laces screens at the 2022 New Jersey International Film Festival on June 11!

Stephen Michael Simon’s short documentary film Bacon ‘N’ Laces will be shown at the 2022 New Jersey International Film Festival on Saturday, June 11th, 2022 in person at 5 pm and online for 24 hours. This film showcases the extraordinary life of John, a blind diner-owner and a single father to three sons.

dance

Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company presents The Bridge June 13/15

(FORT LEE, NJ) -- In the midst of the COVID-19 crisis, the Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company established a new dance institute through Zoom, The Bridge. The Institute’s aim is to bring together dancers, choreographers and directors around the world to experience the master teachers of color whose practices are embedded in the community and are focused on advancing the art of dance that transform the personal, environmental and metaphysical spaces.

community

Top 10 Most Read Stories at New Jersey Stage For Week of June 5-11, 2022

Here's a look at the top 10 most read articles published at New Jersey Stage during the week of June 5-11, 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. The latest Top Ten includes articles covering five counties in New Jersey (Atlantic, Cumberland, Essex, Middlesex, and Somerset) with three original features.

The Surati Holi Hai Walk and Color Festival Comes to Jersey City and Hoboken

The tri-state areas biggest color festival The Surati Holi Hai Walk and Color Festival is happening in Jersey City and in Hoboken on Saturday June 18th, 2022. Get ready for a fun end of Spring day with award-winning nonprofit Surati For Performing Arts based here in Jersey City as they present the kick-off celebrations and Hudson River Color Walk along the waterfront in Jersey City and Holi Hai - Festival of Colors in Hoboken.

Monmouth County Medical Reserve Corp awarded honorable mention by ASPR for COVID-19 response

(FREEHOLD, NJ) -- The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners is proud to announce that Monmouth County Health Department (MCHD) Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) has been awarded honorable mention recognition for Community Response during the COVID-19 pandemic in General Response Multi-Mission Efforts.

Centenary Stage Company to Put 2022-23 Individual Tickets On Sale July 1st

(HACKETTSTOWN, NJ) -- Individual tickets for Centenary Stage Company’s 2022-2023 Season will be on-sale starting July 1, 2022. This season, Centenary Stage Company has prepared a full schedule of events from the Curtain Up! Gala, to their professional theatre series, to January Thaw music events, and the NEXTStage Repertory student productions.

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