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theatre
Premiere Stages Launches "Satellites" "Satellites" will make its world premiere this July at the aptly named Premiere Stages at Kean University. Having previously won the 2022 Premiere Play Festival, the show penned by Erin Breznitsky will celebrate its first full stage production under the direction of Premiere Stages' Artistic Director, John J. Wooten.
"Rock of Ages" Takes Center Stage at the Sieminski Theater (BASKING RIDGE, NJ) -- The Sieminski Theater and Centenary Stage Company present the 80's rock musical Rock of Ages, an exhilarating and unapologetic homage to the timeless classics of rock 'n' roll on Saturday, July 22 at 7:30pm and Sunday, July 23 at 2:30pm. The play takes place in 1987 and the fabled West Hollywood club the Bourbon Room is the seedy, sordid, vibrant heart of the Sunset Strip.
Brookdale Summer Shakespeare Ensemble presents "Much Ado About Nothing" (LINCROFT, NJ) -- In an era of rapidly changing cultural landscapes and evolving theatrical tastes, it is truly remarkable to witness an event that has stood the test of time and continues to captivate audiences year after year. Such is the case with Brookdale Community College PAC's Summer Shakespeare performance, which celebrates its 20th anniversary this season. As we applaud this milestone, we must also recognize the invaluable contribution this free event has made in serving the community, fostering artistic appreciation, and keeping the spirit of Shakespeare alive.
music
New Jersey Wind Symphony to Perform Free Concerts in Ridgefield Park (RIDGEFIELD PARK, NJ) -- Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco, the Board of County Commissioners, and the Bergen County Parks Department invite the public to celebrate the Fourth of July with a free concert by the New Jersey Wind Symphony. The music performance will take place on July 3rd and July 4th at The Amphitheater at Overpeck County Park in Ridgefield Park. Performances are scheduled to begin at 7:00pm
Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites...6/29/23 "I did three months of solid work on the music before the tour and then another month of administration on visas, flights, hotels and the music; it was quite stressful and a lot of work but it is what we do," laughed a very jovial Martin Barre as he discussed his latest "A Brief History of Tull" tour featuring nothing but songs from the legendary rock band.
Middletown Arts Center presents a Songwriters in the Round with Nashville Songwriters Association International TONIGHT (MIDDLETOWN, NJ) -- The Middletown Arts Center presents a special night of performances by songwriters from throughout NJ, sharing original songs and the stories behind them on Thursday, June 29 from 7:00pm-9:00pm. The event is presented with the The Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI). There is a $5 suggested donation.
"Top Notch!" Keb' Mo' LIVE! at Ocean City Music Pier It's cool on the boardwalk outside Ocean City, NJ's Ocean City Music Pier this Tuesday, June 20, 2023 as music lovers await the start of a hot night of blues by musician Keb' Mo'. A five-time Grammy award winner, Keb' Mo' has appeared on television on shows including Sesame Street and The West Wing, and has also performed with such legendary artists as Jackson Browne, Bonnie Raitt, Dr. John, Vince Gill, Sheryl Crow, Keith Richards, Buddy Guy, Metallica, and more.
MPAC presents Herb Alpert and Lani Hall on July 28th (MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Music icon Herb Alpert and his wife Lani Hall, Grammy-winning vocalist and former lead singer of Brasil 66 with Sergio Mendes, perform an evening of jazz at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) on Friday, July 28, 2023 at 8:00pm. Tickets range from $49-$79.
The Wonder Bar presents Duane Betts (ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- The Wonder Bar presents Duane Betts on Friday, July 28, 2023 at 8:00pm. He's touring in support of his debut solo album, Wild & Precious Life, which will be released on July 14th. The release comes after spending two decades creating his own version of guitar-slinging, story-driven American rock and roll music.
comedy
Brick City Comedy Revue presents a Newark Pride Edition at Kilkenny Alehouse (NEWARK, NJ) -- Brick City Comedy Revue presents a Newark Pride Edition at Kilkenny Alehouse on Friday, July 14th at 8:00pm. This special LGBTQ lineup celebrating Newark Pride Week features: Pat Brown, Dr. Anthony Drew, Maria Heinegg, special guest co-host: Harmonica Sunbeam, and musical guest: Ali de León.
art
Noyes Arts Garage of Atlantic City Displays Exhibit Featuring Those Killed by Guns (ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- A unique and emotionally charged art exhibit that seeks to address the urgent issue of gun violence will be on display starting June 30 at the Noyes Arts Garage of Atlantic City.
Reykjavik Fringe Diary #3b James Dalton, a performer and songwriter from New Jersey, is performing his show "Asbury Park & Me" at the Reykjavík Fringe Festival in Iceland. He will be blogging for NJ Stage from the festival. Here are more photos from day 3.
Reykjavik Fringe Diary #3 James Dalton, a performer and songwriter from New Jersey, is performing his show "Asbury Park & Me" at the Reykjavík Fringe Festival in Iceland. He will be blogging for NJ Stage from the festival. Here is his latest post.
community
Arts Ed NJ to Receive $100,000 Grant From National Endowment on the Arts (BURLINGTON, NJ) -- Arts Ed NJ has been approved for a $100,000 Grant for the Arts Projects Award from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA). The grant was awarded to expand statewide support for arts education by publicly sharing information about arts education and its benefits in New Jersey, including data about student access to, and participation in, arts education.
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