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theatre
Cape May Stage presents "The Lifespan of a Fact" (CAPE MAY, NJ) -- The third play of Cape May Stage’s 2022 season, “The Lifespan of a Fact,” from September 1 through October 2, 2022. In this comedic yet gripping battle over facts versus fiction, a fresh-out-of-Harvard fact checker takes on a talented writer’s essay that could save the sinking New York Magazine from collapse. “The Lifespan of a Fact” asks audiences a difficult question: What is the value of fact?
First Public Reading of "Free Palestine" by Gary Morgenstein to take place in Bradley Beach (BRADLEY BEACH, NJ) -- The first public reading of award-winning playwright Gary Morgenstein’s explosive new play Free Palestine - a probe into issues torn from the front-pages of newspapers: academic freedom, political correctness, free speech, and the perils of parenting, all triggered by the firing of a Jewish teacher of Israeli-Palestinian studies for not being “balanced enough”—will premiere at Congregation Agudath Achim, 301 McCabe Avenue in Bradley Beach, on Sunday, September 4 at 7:00pm.
Philadelphia Theatre Company welcomes Taibi Magar and Tyler Dobrowsky as Co-Artistic Directors (PHILADELPHIA, PA) -- After a nation-wide search, the Board of Directors of Philadelphia Theatre Company (PTC) has found its new artistic leadership: the company welcomes the nationally acclaimed husband-and-wife team of Taibi Magar and Tyler Dobrowsky as PTC’s new co-Artistic Directors.
Holmdel Theatre Company to present Tony Nominee Elizabeth Stanley (HOLMDEL, NJ) -- Holmdel Theatre Company's Broadway at the Barn presents Tony Nominee Elizabeth Stanley on Saturday, September 10th at 8:00pm. Heralded as one of the "Breakout Stars of 2020" by The New York Times, Elizabeth Stanley received Tony, Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle Award nominations and a Grammy Award for her performance as Mary Jane Healy in the Broadway musical Jagged Little Pill, inspired by the music of Alanis Morissette.
music
Music and BBQ with Supernova at Bobolink Dairy & Bakehouse on Sunday (MILFORD, NJ) -- There will be Music and BBQ at Bobolink Dairy & Bakehouse on Sunday, August 21, 2022 with Supernova from 4:00pm-6:30pm on Sunday, July 31. Food service is from 3:00pm-6:00pm. Supernova plays classic and modern jazz with a jam vibe, what they call Festival Jazz.
Adrian Cunningham Trio to Perform Show Tunes and Spirituals at August 28th Madison Concert (MADISON, NJ) -- When DownBeat’s Bobby Reed reviewed multi-reedist Adrian Cunningham’s 2019 Arbors Records album, Adrian Cunningham & His Friends Play Lerner & Loewe, he praised Cunningham’s “skills on saxophone, clarinet, and flute,” adding that he “seeks to bend, dissect, and reconstruct show tunes in a new way with fresh ideas and unexpected tempos.”
Outpost in the Burbs presents Beth Orton (MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Outpost in the Burbs presents Beth Orton on Thursday, November 3, 2022 at 8:00pm. Orton has long been regarded as possessing one of the most unique and expressive voices in music – a voice that has grown evermore rich and wise over time. Her 1996 debut, Trailer Park, pioneered a synthesis of electronic and acoustic sounds, while its 1999 follow-up, Central Reservation, garnered international success. Further albums like the Jim O’Rourke-produced Comfort of Strangers and 2016’s largely electronic Kidsticks deepened the breadth of her craft.
Carteret seeks bands and artists for September Music Festival (CARTERET, NJ) -- The Central Jersey Arts Council is looking for artists. Are you looking for an opportunity to showcase your music? Here’s your chance! Carteret is holding a music festival during the annual Ethnic Day and Charity Carnival Celebration on Sunday, September 15-18, leading up to the Battle of the Bands.
Jersey City Theater Center presents Heart of Afghanistan (JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Jersey City Theater Center will present Afghan quartet Heart of Afghanistan at White Eagle Hall on Sunday, September 18 at 6:00pm. A multi-talented band widely recognized in Afghanistan, Heart of Afghanistan consists of Ahmad Fanoos (vocals and harmonium) his two sons Elham (piano) and Mehran (violin). Together, they tell the story of Afghanistan from its pre-Islamic Buddhist heritage through traditional Ghazals based on the Sufi inspired poetry of Rumi (who was born in Afghanistan) and the ‘Afghan Elvis,’ Ahmad Zahir, who took the music of Elvis Presley and translated it into Dari. Heart of Afghanistan’s idea is to give a 360-degree view of Afghan culture through music, poetry and art.
Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association presents Organist Alexander Leonardi (OCEAN GROVE, NJ) -- As part of its ongoing free organ concert series, the Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association (OCGMCA) will present prize-winning young artist Alexander Leonardi, who will perform on the Great Auditorium Pipe Organ on Wednesday August 24 at 7:30pm.
art
Smithsonian Traveling Exhibition Examining Democracy in America Comes to Monmouth Museum (LINCROFT, NJ) -- The Smithsonian’s Museum on Main Street (MoMS), in cooperation with New Jersey Council for the Humanities, presents “Voices and Votes: Democracy in America.” The exhibition examines the nearly 250-year-old American experiment of a government “of, by and for the people,” and how each generation since continues to question how to form “a more perfect union.” An Opening Reception will be held at the Monmouth Museum on the campus of Brookdale Community College on August 20 from 5:00-7:00pm. “Voices and Votes” will be on view through October 2, 2022.
Ocean County Library Toms River Branch presents Scott Molnar's "Pastel Interpretations" (TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- Enjoy pastel landscapes of local sites that you might already know. New Jersey artist Scott Molnar’s exhibit, “Pastel Interpretations of Ocean County,” will be on display throughout the month of September at the Ocean County Library Toms River Branch. Molnar’s pastels, enhanced by watercolor underpainting, will occupy the Library’s McConnell Gallery. He says his formal training has all been through classes and workshops in the Pine Shores Art Association, Manahawkin, where he is a member.
food
Auntie Anne's and Evil Genius Beer Company release a limited edition Oktoberfest Lager (PHILADELPHIA, PA) -- Auntie Anne’s®, the world’s largest hand-rolled soft pretzel franchise, and Philadelphia-based Evil Genius Beer Company have teamed up to create a special Oktoberfest-style lager that will be released just in time for the classic beer-centric celebration.
community
Kean Stage Announces Select Performances From 2022-2023 Season (UNION, NJ) -- Kean Stage has announce select performances from its' 2022-2023 season. Additional shows will be announced at a later date.
Ocean County Library presents "Civic Participation in Cancer Alley" (TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- The Ocean County Library presents a program about the New Jersey’s environment, its impacts, and ways that residents can address them. “Civic Participation in Cancer Alley” will take place on Monday, September 12 at 7:00pm. The program takes place in the Library’s Toms River Branch, and will be simulcast virtually. Independent author, journalist and environmental scientist Thomas Belton will lead the interactive discussion in Mancini Hall.
TEDxCapeMay 2022 returns for "Body & Soul" (CAPE MAY, NJ) -- /PRNewswire/ -- Following two years of virtual productions, TEDxCapeMay returns live for its 11th season on October 2, 2022, at Cape May Convention Hall from 1:30pm to 5:30pm. The independently organized event, licensed by TED, features 12 outstanding presenters and performers under the theme of "Body & Soul" followed by an open-bar reception right on the Atlantic Ocean.
bergenPAC Announces New Board Members (ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) has announced the addition of four new members to its Board of Trustees. Ray Chew, Vivian Scott Chew, Steven Goldstein, and Valerie Vainieri Huttle joined the board of bergenPAC at a critical time as the storied theater’s $15 million Invest in the Arts Capital Campaign funds a comprehensive restoration and renovation of the historic venue.
books
Literature to Life to Perform at the National Book Festival (WASHINGTON, DC) -- Literature to Life (LTL), a performance-based literacy program that presents professionally staged verbatim adaptations of award-winning American literary classics, is set to perform at the prestigious National Book Festival, presented by the Library of Congress. The 22nd Annual National Book Festival will be held at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington D.C. on September 3, 2022. LTL will present its adaptations of Richard Wright’s Black Boy, Junot Díaz’s The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao, and James Baldwin’s If Beale Street Could Talk.
sports
Newark to Play Host to Streetball Legends on Saturday (NEWARK, NJ) /Black PR Wire -- On August 20, 2022, the streets of downtown Newark will be alive with the sights, sounds, and innovative style of basketball that made athletes such as "Main Event," "Hot Sauce," "The Professor," and other streetball players on basketball courts around the globe iconic legends. The Newark Streetball Festival will be held at 920 Broad St, in front of City Hall, from 11:00am until 6:00pm. Activities are free to the public, but registration is required. Attendees can register at www.btsba.com and in person. The event will bring basketball enthusiasts and families together to enjoy a one-of-a-kind festival!
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