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!
If your arts organization sends out press releases, make sure you have [email protected] on your media list for coverage.
theatre
Winners Announced at 18th Annual Basie Awards Ceremony (RED BANK, NJ) -- On May 24, 2023, the winners were announced at the annual Basie Awards, honoring excellence and achievement in Monmouth County high school theatre. This year's ceremony, presented by Bank of America, took place live at the historic Count Basie Center for the Arts, attracting a capacity crowd for what has become the biggest night of the year for area high school thespians.
The Ritz Theatre Company presents "I Hate Hamlet" (HADDON TOWNSHIP, NJ) -- The Ritz Theatre Company presents the comedy-drama play I Hate Hamlet from June 9-25, 2023. Dealing with a girlfriend who is keeping a firm grasp on her chastity, Andrew plays host to the ghost of John Barrymore (played by New York-based television and stage theater actor Peter Herrick), who, clothed as Hamlet, has come back to convince Rally to play the part!
music
Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites....5/25/23 " I played at the summer concert series that they had there in 2021. They were doing that outdoor thing, I mean it was pretty cool. I thought it was cool for the people that were camping or staying at the site because they just got to see a bunch of shows."
Monmouth Civic Chorus Announces 2023 Scholarship Winners (RED BANK, NJ) -- Monmouth Civic Chorus is pleased to announce the winners of its Vocal Scholarship Auditions which were held on Saturday, April 29 at the United Methodist Church in Red Bank.
Troubadour Acoustic Concert Series presents Matt Nakoa with The Empty Pockets (MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Award-winning songwriter Matt Nakoa will perform on Friday, June 16, 2023 at the Folk Project Troubadour series in Morristown, NJ. Also on the bill is The Empty Pockets. Showtime is 7:30pm.
North2Shore Festival Brings the World to NJ, and NJ Together Good old New Jersey has often been the brunt of jokes from the other states (and the world). Those of us who are a true "Garden Stater" have all the upsides at our fingertips. We're the most diverse state. We have one of the most vibrant arts scenes. We have the best food (see the diversity thing), beaches, great music, education, tons of history and our hands don't smell of gasoline. If you know, you know.
comedy
The Newton Theatre presents Paula Poundstone on September 15th (NEWTON, NJ) -- The Newton Theatre presents Paula Poundstone on Friday, September 15, 2023 at 8:00pm. The iconic comedian is known for her smart, observational humor and legendary spontaneous wit.
film
Lighthouse International Film Festival announces Opening and Closing Night Films (LONG BEACH ISLAND, NJ) -- The Lighthouse International Film Festival celebrates its 15th edition this June 7-11 in Long Beach Island. The festival's opening night film is the East Coast Premiere of Brittany Snow's Parachute and the closing night film is the World Premiere of Isabel Ellison and Ryan Guiterman's Loud & Longing.
Joshua Wann’s quirky film Falls Cry opens the 2023 New Jersey International Film Festival on Friday, June 2 Falls Cry – Joshua Wann (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) A story about one boy, living on one block, in one world. 2023; 6 min.
Here is my interview with Falls Cry Director Joshua Wann:
dance
American Repertory Ballet to Hold "James Bond-themed" Gala at NBPAC (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- American Repertory Ballet will host its annual fundraiser - a James Bond-themed "Gala Royale"- featuring a festive mix of world premieres, spectacular dancing, and casino excitement on Friday, June 9, 2023 at the New Brunswick Performing Arts Center. All proceeds from this fundraiser support the organization's artistic, educational, and community engagement programs, including over $250,000 in merit and need-based scholarships awarded to students each year.
art
Middlesex County's Mural Contest winning design unveiled: celebrating the history of the South Amboy waterfront (SOUTH AMBOY, NJ) -- The completed painting of the winning mural design in Middlesex County's Mural Contest was unveiled Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at a ceremony at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park. This exciting initiative engaged local artists and community members in transforming Middlesex County's open spaces into an artistic reflection of this vibrant community.
Pro Arts Jersey City presents "Our Art Show" (JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Pro Arts Jersey City presents a new exhibit, Our Art Show, which showcases the artwork of students from St. Joseph's School for the Blind, and the residents of St. Joseph's and St. Ann's Adult Medical Day Programs to the ART150 Gallery. Our Art Show was curated by Athena Toledo and will be on view Saturdays in June from 1:00pm to 4:00pm.
community
Pow Wow Both Cultural and Competitive What IS a Pow Wow? Well, according to the website of the Nanticoke Lenni-Lenape Tribal Nation, a Pow Wow "is a Native American festival where nations from throughout the continent gather at a hosting nation's land and share in celebration through singing and dancing."
ACCESS JC Fridays on June 2nd features Open Studios, Live Music, Outdoor Events, and More (JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Art House Productions has announced the lineup for their upcoming ACCESS JC Fridays on Friday, June 2, 2023. Jersey City's premiere quarterly arts festival will showcase a variety of happenings free to the public including visual art exhibitions, music performances, studio tours, and more hosted at local businesses, galleries, and arts organizations. Visitors are encouraged to travel place to place to discover art and to support the local arts scene.
FEATURED EVENTS
To narrow results by date range, categories,
or region of New Jersey
click here for our advanced search.
To narrow results by date range, categories,
or region of New Jersey
click here for our advanced search.
