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theatre
Lewis Center for the Arts' Program in Theater presents "Lost Girl" (PRINCETON, NJ) -- The Lewis Center for the Arts’ Program in Theater at Princeton University will present Lost Girl by Kimberly Belflower, a play that follows Peter Pan’s Wendy after she leaves Neverland and faces growing up while struggling with mental illness. The production features Princeton senior Alexis Maze as Wendy and is directed by junior Sabina Jafri. Performances are on February 24 at 7:30pm and Feburary 25 at 2:00pm & 7:30pm in the Drapkin Studio at the Lewis Arts complex on the Princeton campus. The show is free and open to the public; no tickets are required.
Bradley Gibson is Ready to "Go the Distance" as Hercules Bradley Gibson (“A Bronx Tale,” “The Lion King,” “The Partner Track”) has big sandals to fill as the titular role in “Disney’s Hercules,” but if anyone’s ready to play the lovable demigod, it’s him. As a child, Bradley was a huge fan of the 1997 animated Disney movie, and taking on the character has helped him find new meaning in, and love for, the story.
music
Stars from NY Metropolitan Opera and beyond join NJ Festival Orchestra to present Puccini's comic opera, Gianni Schicchi in Addams Family-style The Addams Family meets The Sopranos in NJ Festival Orchestra's upcoming production of Puccini's only comedy, Gianni Schicchi. A cast of internationally acclaimed guest performers from NY Met Opera and beyond joins Maestro David Wroe and the fully professional orchestra to present this hilarious, rip-roaring romp Addams Family style.
Church of Cash Embody the Mystique and Resonance of Johnny Cash in Concert If you're going to capture the mystique and resonance of Johnny Cash onstage, you better have the raw prowess as well as the reverberating voice. Jay Ernest, the driving force propelling Minneapolis-based Church of Cash, has both in spades. With his bandmates, Ernest brings the iconic Man in Black to life every time he takes the concert platform.
Screaming Females releases "Mourning Dove" Last month, Don Giovanni Records announced the brand new album from DIY scene icons Screaming Females. Titled Desire Pathway, the album will be released on Friday, February 17 and is the band's eighth LP released over their eighteen year career. Screaming Females have released "Mourning Dove" - the second and final single ahead of the album across all digital streaming platforms, and Bandcamp.
William Harvey to Perform World Premiere of Seven Decisions of Gandhi with the PSO, Conducted by Sameer Patel (PRINCETON, NJ) -- On Saturday, March 11 at 8:00pm and Sunday, March 12 at 4:00pm, the Princeton Symphony Orchestra (PSO) presents the world premiere of composer William Harvey’s Seven Decisions of Gandhi. Written for violin and orchestra, the work was dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi’s granddaughter Ela on the occasion of her 80th birthday. The composer is soloist, accompanied by Dibyarka Chatterjee on tabla. The program also includes Alexander Borodin’s thrilling Polovtsian Dances from Prince Igor and Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 6 in B Minor, Op. 74 “Pathétique.” Guest conductor Sameer Patel takes to the podium for both concerts at Richardson Auditorium, on the campus of Princeton University.
Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites...2/16/23 “It is a percussion composition like an ambient composition as well that uses ambient sounds from US Interstate Highway Route 4 and also utilizes percussion sounds from a homemade instrument of my own; also, a number of other instruments as well and it is one of two pieces that are being released as part of an introductory LP to my musical sound.”
film
2023 United States Super 8mm Film + DV Festival Filmmaker Video Q+A 2023 United States Super 8mm Film + DV Festival Filmmaker Video Q+A with Filmmakers Jennifer Hardacker, Nate Door, Marie-Laure Cros and Festival Director Al Nigrin.
community
Rider's College of Arts and Sciences announces spring 2023 performing arts schedule (LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ) -- Rider University's College of Arts and Sciences has announced its spring 2023 performing arts schedule. With more than 30 performance offerings a year, Rider University's comprehensive theatre, musical theatre, dance, music and voice programs have a rich tradition of preparing students for thriving careers as well-rounded performers and musical leaders.
RVCC Planetarium Sets Children’s Star Shows, Guided Meditation Session, Laser Rock Concerts in March (BRANCHBURG, NJ) -- The Raritan Valley Community College Planetarium in Branchburg will present a variety of programs for all ages in March, from children's stars shows, to a guided meditation session, to laser concerts featuring music by such artists as The Grateful Dead and Led Zeppelin.
Jersey City Theater Center Presents Free Black Space Web Series with Ashley Nicole Baptiste (JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Jersey City Theater Center presents the latest installment of Black Space, hosted by Ashley Nicole Baptiste, a free web series that celebrates Black artists, educators and culture. The latest episode will feature an interview with natyna bean, a multidisciplinary artist and educator who celebrates Black queer folks navigating and interrogating the presence and impact of American carceral systems. The show will premiere live on Sunday, February 19 at 2:30pm EST and can be accessed via Zoom.
kids
Sensory Friendly Storytime Comes to Hillside, Elizabeth and Plainfield in March (UNION COUNTY, NJ) -- The Union County Board of County Commissioners invites children ages 12 and under to enjoy Sensory Friendly Storytime at three local public libraries in March, featuring readings by County Commissioners and other community leaders.
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