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theatre
A Lightning Thief On The Growing Stage "When teenager Percy Jackson discovers he's a demigod, he and his friends embark on an epic journey to find Zeus's missing lightning bolt and prevent a war among the gods."
That is the synopsis for "The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical," produced by The Growing Stage, The Children's Theatre of New Jersey, in Netcong March 10-26, 2023.
"Clean Slate" Marks a Fresh Start With World Premiere in Trenton, NJ A rehabilitation camp for disaffected teens, a haunted wood plagued by lost souls, and a path to redemption for all — this is but a taste of the upcoming musical "Clean Slate."
Broadway's Megan McGinnis and David R. Gordon Lead cast of "Parade" at American Theater Group (BASKING RIDGE, NJ) -- The American Theater Group (ATG), a professional regional theater company celebrating its 11th season, is presenting Parade at the Sieminski Theater in Basking Ridge, NJ from March 2-5 and the Maurice Levin Theater at JCC MetroWest in West Orange, NJ from March 9-11. The cast is led by Broadway’s Megan McGinnis (Les Miserables) and David R. Gordon (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Broadway National Tour).
REVIEW: "Disney's Hercules" at Paper Mill Playhouse There’s a fine line with Disney’s adaptations of its animated musicals to the stage. Of the cannon, only “Lion King” has successfully fully made the leap from two dimensional. Paper Mill Playhouse and Disney’s stab at updating the big screen version of “Hercules” has wonderful elements, many strong performances, a solid book, but feels under baked in battle for audience dollars. There's clear appeal for families, especially boys which is admirable.
New Jersey Theatre Alliance's Statewide Stages Festival Returns This Spring New Jersey Theatre Alliance ("the Alliance") is back with the Stages Festival, a state-wide spring festival of free and low-cost theatre events for all ages including performances, classes, workshops, and play readings. From readings of new plays to touring children’s shows, participatory workshops to community discussions, the Stages Festival offers something for everyone.
music
NiCori Studios & Productions presents "Music at the Mansion" on March 26 (MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- NiCori Studios & Productions presents the next installment of the long running Bloomfield series "Music at the Mansion" at the historic Thorne Mansion home of the Morristown Unitarian Universalist Fellowship in Morristown on Sunday, March 26 at 3:00pm.
Eric Harrison releases "No Defenses" "Welcome to my sixth and best full length album!" declares New Jersey-based Americana songwriter Eric Harrison in the liner notes accompanying "No Defenses," a 14-song collection released across all platforms on March 3.
The Newton Theatre presents Ashley McBryde with Harper O'Neill (NEWTON, NJ) -- The Newton Theatre presents Ashley McBryde with Harper O'Neill on Friday, May 19, 2023 at 8:00pm. GRAMMY, CMA and ACM award winner Ashley McBryde cut her teeth playing country songs in rural biker bars – and it shows.
Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites...3/2/23 “Dinosaur” is a little bit of a throwback to something we’ve been doing for a while, it's a high energy rock record, something that longtime Theory fans are going to find recognizable" says Theory of a Deadman bassist Dean Back. "So, we're excited for it to get out to the fans and for them to hear the material. We got to record it over in Stockholm, Sweden for three weeks and then we finished it in London; it was a blast to record and it turned out fantastic and we can't wait for people to hear it.”
Elk City releases "Don't You Wanna Try" Art pop band Elk City offers their latest audio-visual delight "Don't You Wanna Try", an anti-anthem for anyone living outside of societal norms. This is a stunning slice of what is on offer on their recently released Above The Water album, out now via Montclair, NJ-based Magic Door Record Label. This follows "Floating Above The Water", these two videos filmed by H. Robert Escurel during the band's life performance at Union Pool in Brooklyn.
The Dryden Ensemble presents "Pergolesi & Bach" (PRINCETON, NJ) -- The Dryden Ensemble presents “Pergolesi and Bach” on Saturday, March 25 at 3:00pm. Trinity Episcopal Church Solebury, 6587 Upper York Road, Solebury, PA and on Sunday, March 26 at 3:00pm at Seminary Chapel, located on the campus of the Princeton Theological Seminary, 64 Mercer Street, Princeton, NJ.
Public Serpents releases "When Pigs Lie" New Jersey crust-ska punks Public Serpents (featuring former Choking Victim member Skwert Gunn) released their new song and video "When Pigs Lie". The video was shot and edited by Benjamin Clapp. If you ever wanted to see one of the most iconic figures of East Coast crust-rocksteady as a muppet - now is your chance!
Remember Jones to present 50th+ Anniversary Revival of Joe Cocker's Mad Dogs & Englishmen Celebrate the 50th+ Anniversary of Joe Cocker's groundbreaking live album and tour, Mad Dogs & Englishmen. Serving as a dedication to Joe Cocker and Leon Russell, the show will be recreated with a 20-piece band in similar style of the original tour including, for your delight, Cosmic Kiddies, English Roadies, Children with the Answers, Cooking Italians, Presidents of Recording Companies, Acrobatics and Displays, The Odd Sane Dog, The Space Choir, Assorted Sound Freaks, and All Elements of the Truth.
West Windsor Arts to Host "Music Night" with Super Jack and Guy DeRosa (PRINCETON JUNCTION, NJ) -- West Windsor Arts is bringing together a diverse lineup of local musicians, including harmonica legend Guy DeRosa and singer-songwriter Super Jack, for a 17+ show on Saturday, March 11 at 7:00pm. The duo will be joined by rapper Kaiser Unique and soul singer Záire for a night of music that refuses to be defined by any one genre, or even a handful.
comedy
Jessica Kirson to Perform Two Shows at NJPAC (NEWARK, NJ) -- Due to popular demand, a second show has been added for New Jersey native Jessica Kirson, who performs at New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) for one night full of laughs with two performances Friday, May 12th at 7:30pm & 9:45pm.
dance
Mosaic Dance Theater Company presents "Through Her Eyes: Women of the Near East Through the Ages" (WAYNE, NJ) -- The award-winning Mosaic Dance Theater Company (MDTC), based in Glen Ridge, NJ, in a co-production with WP Presents! of the Shea Center for Performing Arts at William Paterson University, celebrates Women’s History Month and women's contributions to world culture by taking you on a journey from ancient to modern times, in Through Her Eyes: Women of the Near East Through the Ages, a joyous multimedia dance experience. The performance is scheduled for Thursday, March 23, 2023 at 7:00pm.
art
Noyes Museum gets $10,000 State Grant to Develop Senior Arts Programs in Atlantic City (ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- A new $10,000 grant from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts will give the Noyes Museum of Art at Stockton University the opportunity to provide new visual arts courses for senior citizens in Atlantic City.
Historic Walnford to host Art of War Exhibit (UPPER FREEHOLD, NJ) -- The Monmouth County Park System will host its Art of War exhibit at Historic Walnford, 62 Walnford Road, Upper Freehold. Exploring the art forms of World War I and the role they played in uniting the country, this interdisciplinary art exhibit features propaganda posters, uniforms, medals and music that illuminate how illustrators, designers and composers used their talents to aid the war effort. The exhibit is open daily from 9:00am-4:00pm from March 3 to March 9, 2025.
AHArts presents: "no one moved me till the tide" (ATLANTIC HIGHLANDS, NJ) -- The Atlantic Highlands Arts Council (AHArts) is currently presenting “no one moved me till the tide,” in their Main Gallery through March 25, 2023. This is a solo exhibit of works by Amanda Thackray.
poetry
Former U.S. Poet Laureate, Robert Pinsky, Coming To Warren Community College (WASHINGTON TWP, NJ) -- Former Poet Laureate of the United States, Robert Pinsky, is bringing his words to Warren County.
community
Strategic Arts & Education (SAE) Initiative Launched, Fueled by The Ford Foundation (NEW YORK, NY) -- The Ford Foundation has awarded The Confined Arts in partnership with Another Choice Youth and Family Outreach Inc with a grant to launch the Strategic Arts & Education (SAE) initiative to provide free artistic literacy, professional development, and capacity-building to new/existing community-based artists, students, and advocates including justice-impacted people.
Library Friends' Psychic Night Returns to Ocean County Library Berkeley Branch (BERKELEY TOWNSHIP, NJ ) -- It's time to gauge your energy field and envision the future. The Friends of the Berkeley Library will welcome you to the return of their Spring Psychic Night at the Ocean County Library Berkeley Branch on Thursday, March 30. The event runs from 4:00pm to 8:00pm.
books
Hollywood Stars to Take Part in Philip Roth Unbound: Illuminating a Literary Legacy (NEWARK, NJ) -- New Jersey Performing Arts Center announced the complete cast of its one-time dramatic reading of the late Philip Roth’s bestselling novel The Plot Against America featuring some of the most esteemed actors working today in a monumental performance at the center of PHILIP ROTH UNBOUND: Illuminating a Literary Legacy, NJPAC’s three-day celebration of the iconic writer.
Broadway legend Chita Rivera to kick off Succeed2gether's Montclair Literary Festival (MONTCLAIR, NJ) --Broadway legend Chita Rivera will kick off the seventh annual Succeed2gether's Montclair Literary Festival on Thursday May 4, 2023. Chita will discuss her long-awaited memoir Chita: A Memoir with celebrated stage and screen actress and Montclair local Laura Benanti.
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EVENT PREVIEWS
Mr. Ray to Perform Free Concert in Monroe Township
November 15, 2025
New Jersey Festival Orchestra Presents "Romance in the Mansion" – A Candlelight Evening of Music, Wine, and Elegance
November 15, 2025
The Dryden Ensemble presents "Daydreams (and Dictators)"
November 15, 2025
Lyceum Hall Center for the Arts presents Ensemble Novo
November 15, 2025
The Theater Project presents a Staged Reading of "B.B'S"
November 15, 2025
East Lynne Theater Company presents Story of Local, Former U.S. Marshal
November 15, 2025
The Yard at Bally's AC presents The Amish Outlaws
November 15, 2025
Meet Loaf comes to The Strand on November 15th
November 15, 2025
2nd Annual NJ Wine Expo to Take Place November 15th
November 15, 2025
Catch a Rising Star Comedy Club presents Tim Grill - "The Barely Can Stand-Up Comic"
November 15, 2025
