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theatre
Audiences Love "Spring Awakening" at Vanguard Theater Company (MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Vanguard Theater Company's production of Spring Awakening has been playing to standing ovations. The musical follows a group of teenagers taking an emotional journey through the turbulence of adolescence. Originally written in 1891, Spring Awakening is set in a provincial town in 19th century Germany that fails its youth by censoring books, silencing dissent, and readily using corporal punishment. Against all obstacles, the teens answer by creating a community of love, support, hope, and change. Performances run Thursdays through Sundays now through July 16, 2023.
This Week in Theatre: Previews for Plays Taking Place June 27 to July 3, 2023 Here are previews of plays taking place from June 27 to July 3, 2023 including a look at productions starting this week, those continuing this week, and those closing this week. Click on the title to go to the full preview. New Jersey Stage covers Equity, community, college, and high school theatre. Check back every week for the weekly theatre preview.
PHOTOS from "Spring Awakening" at Music Mountain Theatre (LAMBERTVILLE, NJ) -- Music Mountain Theatre is currently presenting Spring Awakening with four performances remaining (July 1-2, July 8-9). An angsty rock musical adaptation of the seminal play about the trials and tribulations of growing up, Spring Awakening explores the journey from adolescence to adulthood with a poignancy and passion that is illuminating and unforgettable. Photographer John Posada was on hand to take photos.
Lomotion Live presents The One Act One Act Play Festival (BOOTON, NJ) -- Lomotion Live presents The One Act One Act Play Festival the weekend of July 8-9 at The Parsippany Arts Center. Two nights of brand new short comedies written by top New Jersey playwrights. Directed by and starring a stalwart team of NJ Directors and Actors. This weekend promises to bring you a fun weekend full of laughter steeped in reality. Not your Mamas One Acts!
music
Afro Beat Fest, New Jersey's Largest Celebration of African Culture, Returns to Newark for 2023 (NEWARK, NJ) -- After a four-year hiatus prompted by the pandemic, Afro Beat Fest returns with a celebration like never before! On Saturday, July 15, Newark will come alive with the largest celebration of African culture in New Jersey. This free event — proudly sponsored by Newark Parks and Newark Happening — aims to bridge the gap between New Jersey and Africa. Attendees will enjoy a day filled with performances by globally renowned Afrobeat artists, captivating visual art installations, engaging activities, tasty traditional African food from local vendors and a bustling marketplace featuring Black-owned businesses. It takes place in Military Park from 10:00am to 8:00pm.
MPAC presents Herman's Hermits starring Peter Noone & The Grass Roots (MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Make a fun-filled trip back to the 1960s with two classic hitmakers – Herman's Hermits starring Peter Noone and The Grass Roots. This double bill comes to Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) on Thursday, July 27 at 7:30pm. Tickets range from $39-$79.
This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts Taking Place June 27 to July 3, 2023 Here is a look at upcoming shows taking place from June 27 to July 3, 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.
NJPAC presents presents Vibraphonist and vocalist Roy Ayers (NEWARK, NJ) -- New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents Vibraphonist and vocalist Roy Ayers to Newark on Thursday, November 16, 2023. The performance takes place in the Victoria Theater at 7:30pm. Tickets range from $59-$79.
Reykjavik Fringe Diary #1 So here it is, my first morning here in Iceland, eyes opening in the bottom bunk of a hostel bed, sharing a room with a few fellow performers as well as some divers and an academic here for some sort of EU conference. The performers and I have landed in town, all of us having had a marathon yesterday that began on Sunday and muddled its lovely way through to the midnight sun of Tuesday through laughs, naps coffee and public transportation.
film
Bergen County Announces Return of Summer Movies & Concerts in the Park (HACKENSACK, NJ) -- Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco and the Board of County Commissioners have announced the return of the Bergen County Movies and Music in the Park Summer Series. The series will feature 26 events at five locations across Bergen County beginning on July 6. All concerts and movies are free and open to the public. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and/or blankets for viewing.
community
Art House Productions to Hold Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on July 13th (JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- For the past 21 years, Art House Productions has been building toward this important announcement: The Grand Opening Ceremony of Art House Productions' performing and visual arts center at The Hendrix will be held on July 13, 2023 at 2:00pm, 345 Marin Boulevard, Jersey City, NJ 07302. Mayor Steven Fulop and other city officials will join the event to mark the momentous occasion. Festivities for the Ribbon Cutting will begin at 1:00pm. They encourage interested attendees to RSVP at the link.
Events This Week: June 27 to July 3, 2023 Here is a look at upcoming events taking place from June 27 to July 3, 2023 along with our featured listings. New Jersey Stage offers previews of events 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.
Devils Youth Foundation Awards United Community Corporation $100K Grant To Fight Hunger In Newark (NEWARK, NJ) -- United Community Corporation (UCC) is continuing its mission in making sure no Greater Newark community member goes hungry with the support of a grant award from the Devils Youth Foundation.
New Jersey Hall of Fame Names 2023 Essay Contest and Areté Scholarship Winners In keeping with their commitment to inspire, educate, and motivate youth and students in our state, the New Jersey Hall of Fame (NJHOF) and the New Jersey Education Association (NJEA) have announced the winners of the annual student Essay Contest, as well as the Areté Scholarship Fund.
books
Chatter's Ethan Kross to Appear In Ocean County Library's Virtual Author Talk Series (TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- Award-winning psychologist Ethan Kross, whose study of constructive introspection produced 2021's national best-seller Chatter, will discuss his research in the Ocean County Library's Virtual Author Talk series on Thursday, July 20, 2023. The event begins at 1:00pm.
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