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theatre
More CHAOS Inc. Presents "A Christmas Carol In The Making" (JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ) -- More CHAOS Inc. presents A Christmas Carol in the Making across four performances from December 9-11 at Jackson Liberty High School. The show is a colorful blend of the original musical along with the Play that Goes Wrong undertone. More CHAOS Inc, realizes how difficult it is when a child is sick; hoping for a change. That’s why they are performing their show to help raise funds for the children of The Taylor’s Hope Foundation, which helps children battling Histiocytosis, a rare form of cancer.
Lantern Theater Company presents "Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol" (PHILADELPHIA, PA) -- Lantern Theater Company continues its 2022/23 season with a remount of its original adaptation of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, commissioned and developed through the Lantern’s New Play Program and co-created by Philadelphia theater artists Anthony Lawton, Christopher Colucci, and Thom Weaver. In this wonderfully clear and direct telling of Dickens’ beloved novella, acclaimed playwright and actor Anthony Lawton brings the story boldly to life with drama and frankness, in a manner Dickens himself would recognize from his dramatic readings during his own lifetime.
music
The Bruce Springsteen Archives and Center for American Music Presents A Symposium To Celebrate 50th Anniversary of "Greetings From Asbury Park, N.J" (WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ) -- The Bruce Springsteen Archives and Center for American Music at Monmouth University will present a symposium on Saturday, January 7, 2023 that celebrates the release of Springsteen’s debut album a half century ago. Titled The 50th Anniversary: Greetings from Asbury Park, N.J, the day-long symposium will include panel discussions, interviews, a book signing, and a special performance of the songs on the album by Jersey Shore musicians.
Celebrate the Season with the Navesink Brass Quintet at Ocean County Library Little Egg Harbor Branch (LITTLE EGG HARBOR, NJ) -- Revel in the warmth of the spirit of the season during the Navesink Brass Quintet’s special holiday concert at the Ocean County Library Little Egg Harbor Branch on Wednesday, December 21. It promises to be a memorable evening, marking the ensemble’s 30th anniversary as well as its return to the Branch. Attendees will hear specially-chosen songs that reflect holiday celebrations of many cultures. The concert begins at 6:30pm.
RVCC Student Jazz Ensemble to Present December Concert (BRANCHBURG, NJ) -- Raritan Valley Community College’s (RVCC) Student Jazz Ensemble will perform in concert on Thursday, December 15 at 7:30pm. The performance will be held in the Welpe Theatre at the College’s Branchburg campus. The group is directed by John Loehrke of New York City.
Light Opera of New Jersey presents "Don Giovanni" (BASKING RIDGE, NJ) -- Light Opera of New Jersey continues its 2022-23 season with a production of Don Giovanni at the beautiful Sieminski Theater Cultural Arts Center in Basking Ridge. Performances take place February 24, 2023 at 7:30pm and February 26, 2023 at 2:30pm.
Celebrate December with Live Music at Hopewell Theater (HOPEWELL, NJ) -- Get into the holiday spirit this December at Hopewell Theater with live music concerts that will make the season merry. James Maddock, Danielia Cotton, and Matt O’Ree Band will perform epic holiday-themed concerts across the month following concerts by Lucy Kaplansky, and Pyrenesia & Alex Radus Band. Patrons can also enjoy an evening of local talent at the theater’s final 2022 “Your Stage at Any Stage” curated open mic. Ticket buyers can also support the theater’s holiday donation drive for nonprofit arts organization, Artworks Trenton, at the box office.
Sherman Theater presents Best Of The Eagles (STROUDSBURG, PA) -- The historic Sherman Theater in downtown Stroudsburg presents Best Of The Eagles on December 9. Enjoy an evening of classic Eagles music that will leave you with a Peaceful, Easy Feeling. Doors are at 7:00, showtime is 8:00pm.
film
New Jersey Film Festival Spring 2023 Runs Jan. 27 to Feb. 19 (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- The Rutgers Film Co-op/New Jersey Media Arts Center, in association with the Rutgers University Program in Cinema Studies, presents the New Jersey Film Festival Spring 2023 which marks its 41st Anniversary. The Festival will be taking place on select Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays between January 27-February 19, 2023. The Festival will be a hybrid one as they will be presenting it online as well as doing in-person screenings at Rutgers University.
art
ACC Gallery presents "Liberation Notes" by Yung C Kang (TENAFLY, NJ) -- ACC gallery presents "Liberation Notes" - the 1st solo show for Yung C Kang. The exhibit runs from December 9 to January 9, 2023. There will be an opening reception on Friday, December 9th from 6:00pm to 9:00pm. At the reception, he will have a book signing event for his first published book.
food
iPlay America Announces New Executive Chef at The Loaded Spoon (FREEHOLD, NJ) -- iPlay America has announced the hiring of Executive Chef John Dougherty as part of its new dining experience, The Loaded Spoon, set to open in early 2023. Chef John studied Culinary Arts at the prestigious Johnson & Whales University. Launching his career at Brickwall Tavern, he then spent 9 years at Brando’s Citi Cucina in Asbury Park and aided in the openings of several New Jersey restaurants. Having competed on Food Networks Chopped, Chef John is no stranger to challenges as he excitingly takes on cultivating the culinary vision at The Loaded Spoon.
community
NJPAC presents Psychic Medium, Matt Fraser (NEWARK, NJ) -- New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) welcomes Matt Fraser, America’s Top Psychic Medium and star of the hit television series Meet The Frasers to the NJPAC stage on Friday, December 9, 2022 at 8:00pm.
The Elisabeth Morrow School Celebrates Innovation and Education Excellence with Englewood Mayor (ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- The Elisabeth Morrow School celebrated its more than 90-year history of innovation and educational excellence during an event with remarks from Englewood Mayor Michael Wildes, President of the Board of Trustees Elizabeth Gabbay, Apple Distinguished Educator and Head of School Marek Beck, Ph.D., and Apple Learning Coach and Technology Integrator Samantha Morra. Alumni and other community members joined faculty, staff, and students for the occasion.
Kelsey Theatre Announces New, State-of-the-Art Hearing Loop Assistive Listening System for Patrons With Hearing Disabilities (WEST WINDSOR, NJ) -- Kelsey Theatre, located on the Mercer County Community College campus, 1200 Old Trenton Road in West Windsor is pleased to introduce its new, state-of-the-art “Hearing Loop Assistive Listening System” for patrons with hearing disabilities. Patrons with and without hearing aids may take advantage of this new system that improves audio clarity and enhances the overall theatrical experience.
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