Here's a look at the top 15 most read articles published at New Jersey Stage from June 18-24, 2023. Each week we publish about 70 articles, including several original columns and features, along with news releases for events happening throughout the state and nearby areas like Philadelphia and New York City. This week's top 15 includes articles from 6 counties in New Jersey (Bergen, Burlington, Essex, Middlesex, Monmouth, and Sussex).
1) Old Library Theatre presents "Radium Girls" this weekend - (FAIR LAWN, NJ) -- Old Library Theatre (OLT), Fair Lawn Recreation Department’s resident theatre company, will present Radium Girls, for three performances only, June 23-25. The play, written by D.W. Gregory, fiercely examines the commercialization of science, the pursuit of both health and wealth, the power of the underdog, and the fierce injustice laborers in America have faced, and may even continue to face in the present.
2) NJPAC Announces Lineup for Horizon Sounds of the City 2023 - (NEWARK, NJ) -- New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) has announced the annual Horizon Sounds of the City 2023, a FREE live summer concert series taking place under the stars during the summer every Thursday Night starting July 13 – August 17 from 6:00pm – 9:00pm on the NJPAC Campus at Chambers Plaza.
3) Top 15 Most Read Stories At New Jersey Stage From June 11-17, 2023 - Here's a look at the top 15 most read articles published at New Jersey Stage from June 11-17, 2023. Each week we publish about 70 articles, including several original columns and features, along with news releases for events happening throughout the state and nearby areas like Philadelphia and New York City. This week's top 15 includes articles from 7 counties in New Jersey (Camden, Essex, Hudson, Hunterdon, Middlesex, Monmouth, and Union).
4) Montclair Film announces 2023 Movie Night Under The Stars Lineup - (MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Montclair Film has announced the return of its annual Movie Night Under The Stars summer series. All films will start at sunset and will be free and open to the public. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, and picnics.
5) Middlesex County announces 2023 Music-in-the-Park concert series - (MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ) -- Middlesex County's annual Music-in-the-Park summer concert series is back in 2023 with shows from some of the most talented musicians in the area! Come enjoy these free concerts at one of the county's many beautiful parks, all you need to bring is your favorite lawn chair and love of music. These free events are open to the public.
6) Burlington County announces 2023 Summer Concert Series - (BURLINGTON COUNTY, NJ) -- Get your lawn chairs, blankets and coolers ready because Burlington County’s Summer Concerts Series is returning with a full slate of music and entertainment spanning all ages and genres.
7) New Jersey Symphony Appoints Diego GarcÃa as Youth Orchestra Artistic Director - (NEWARK, NJ) -- The New Jersey Symphony has announced the appointment of Diego GarcÃa as the new Artistic Director of the Symphony’s Youth Orchestra beginning July 1, 2023. With a reputation for advocacy for music education and dedication to cultivating young talent, GarcÃa is set to lead the New Jersey Symphony Youth Orchestra into an exciting new era of artistry, engagement and expansion.
8) The Smooth Cruise Is Back! - (NEW YORK, NY) -- Smooth Jazz New York with Smooth Jazz New Jersey present Jonathan Butler and Gerald Albright on The Smooth Cruise on June 22, 2023. The cruise sails from Pier 40 (Westside Hwy. and Houston Street) in New York, NY. Boarding is at 6:30pm; the cruise departs at 7:30pm. There is a buffet and cash bar available on board.
9) This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts Taking Place June 20-26, 2023 - Here is a look at upcoming shows taking place from June 20 to June 26, 2023 along with our featured listings. New Jersey Stage offers previews of concerts throughout the Garden State as well as select shows in New York City and Philadelphia areas. Click on the title to go to the full preview.
10) Klaire Clifford, Eatontown High School Student, Awarded STEAM Scholarship by NSHSS - (EATONTOWN, NJ) -- The increasing role of technological innovations in our daily lives is growing and by recognizing the significance of the arts, the STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, or mathematics) field provides countless opportunities for people of all ages. For her contributions to the field, Klaire Clifford, a high school student from Eatontown, NJ, was awarded the STEAM Scholarship by National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS). Of more than 600 applicants, Clifford was one of 10 students who were selected to each be awarded a $1,000 scholarship.
11) Teaneck Pride Announces Exhibition of Photography by Danielle Richards - (TEANECK, NJ) -- Teaneck Pride announces the opening of a Photography Exhibition, "This Is Who I Am / This Is Who We Are" at the Puffin Cultural Forum. The exhibition features photography by Teaneck photographer Danielle Richards that present portraits of Bergen County LBGTQ+ families and individuals. It will run from June 20 through July 31, 2023.
12) Jazzy On the Lawn at Elmwood Church Presents Vocalist Lynette Sheard and Saxophonist Bradford Hayes on Saturday - (EAST ORANGE, NJ) -- In celebration of Summer, the Elmwood Church lawn will come alive on Saturday, June 24th with the explosive sounds of jazzy live music as Elmwood Culture Club welcomes stellar musicians' Saxophonist Bradford Hayes and Vocalist Singer Lynette Sheard. The event takes place outside on the Elmwood Church lawn from 3:00pm to 6:00pm.Â
13) Ferocious Designs releases "Life's In The Balance" - Ferocious Designs, the music project of central New Jersey-based songwriter Brian Kelley, has released a standalone single titled "Life's in the Balance," available now for streaming and download at FerociousDesigns.com. A music video for the track has also been released.
14) Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites...6/22/23 - One of the biggest events in Northern New Jersey is taking place this weekend beginning Friday June 23 and wrapping up Sunday June 25 is the "13th Annual Rock, Ribs and Ridges Festival" at the Sussex County Fairgrounds
15) Paper Mill Playhouse Announces Cast and Creative for "Rent" - (MILLBURN, NJ) -- Paper Mill Playhouse (Mark S. Hoebee, Producing Artistic Director; Michael Stotts, Executive Director), recipient of the 2016 Regional Theatre Tony Award, has announced the cast and creative team for Rent by Jonathan Larson, directed by Zi Alikhan (Resident Director of Hamilton) and choreographed by Steph Paul (New York Theatre Workshop: How to Defend Yourself). The show runs June 7 through July 2, 2023.
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