originally published: 08/13/2023

Here's a look at the top 15 most read articles published at New Jersey Stage from August 6-12, 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 (Bergen, Essex, Gloucester, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, and Ocean).

1) 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 from July 13 – August 17 from 6:00pm – 9:00pm on the NJPAC Campus at Chambers Plaza.

2) Two, Not Three, Is the Charm in Dance - They say three is the charm, but this coming season at the New Jersey Ballet it is two that will be the charm, two old dance chestnuts that will be made fresh again.

3) Dancing through the State: New Jersey Ballet Adds Two Theaters - The New Jersey Ballet, the state’s largest dance company, is expanding yet again, this time adding two central New Jersey theaters to its long list of venues at which the company’s dancers can entertain people.

4) 18th Annual India Day Parade takes place Sunday - (WOODBRIDGE, NJ) -- The Indian Business Association presents the 18th Annual India Day Parade on Sunday August 14th at 1:00pm. The parade starts at the intersection of Cinder Rd & Oak Tree Road in Edison and marches eastbound to the intersection of Middlesex Ave & Oak Tree Rd in the Iselin section of Woodbridge.

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5) REVIEW: "Tales From the Guttenberg Bible" - Ever wonder what it takes to make it in Hollywood? Steve Guttenberg took a very unique approach and his story is told in Tales from the Guttenberg Bible, currently having its World Premiere at George Street Playhouse in New Brunswick, NJ. The production runs through May 21st.

6) Makin Waves Song of the Week: "See My Friends" by The Grip Weeds - “See My Friends,” one of two contributions by the Highland Park-based power-pop outfit The Grip Weeds to the brand new “JEM Records Celebrates Ray Davies,” is the Makin Waves Song of the Week.

7) Jake Thistle to Perform New Songs at Midnight Theatre - (NEW YORK, NY) -- Singer, Songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist, Jake Thistle will bring his full band to the Midnight Theatre on Thursday, August 24, 2023. That same day, he will release his newest single, “Brooklyn Can Wait,” via Gold’n Retriever Records. The songwriter will play choice cuts from his debut LP, Down The Line, as well as new songs from his upcoming EP including Indie Boulevard's 2022 Americana Song Of The Year, “Ghosted Road.”

8) Broadway Theatre of Pitman presents Rush & Boston Tribute Acts - (PITMAN, NJ) -- The Broadway Theatre of Pitman presents a pair of classic rock tribute acts on Saturday, August 12, 2023 at 8:00pm. Here's your chance to see Peace of Mind (performing songs by Boston) and Solar Federation (performing songs by Rush).

9) Ska Punk International Mini Fest to Take Place in Asbury Park - (ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- In March 2023, 20 Bands and a podcast got together in Austin, TX for a weekend of live music (and a live podcast) in the time surrounding SXSW. On Sunday, September 10, 2023, musicians from 5 of the bands get back together at La Vision Studio in Asbury Park, NJ for a miniature Ska Punk International (SPI) Mini Fest.

10) bergenPAC Launches Rock Music Program with Private Lessons and Group Performances - (ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- bergenPAC’s Performing Arts School is excited to announce the launch of a new music program featuring Kathy Sheppard, founder of the first School of Rock in the New York area.

11) The Beach Boys LIVE! at STNJ - Fans of classic rock get ready for “Fun, Fun, Fun” at the State Theatre New Jersey in New Brunswick, NJ this Saturday, July 29, 2023 evening as they prepare themselves for a concert by “America’s Band” — The Beach Boys.

12) The Doobie Others LIVE! in Seaside Heights, NJ - Despite the heat, hundreds of music lovers are “takin’ it to the beach” in Seaside Heights, NJ this Thursday, July 28, 2023 evening for a concert by The Doobie Others. Hailing from Long Island, The Doobie Others are a tribute band that recreates the music of The Doobie Brothers in addition to tunes from such “other” ’70s groups as Steely Dan and the Eagles.

13) Do Portugal Circus to Perform at Staten Island Mall - (STATEN ISLAND, NY) -- Do Portugal Circus is an internationally acclaimed circus group who have been enthralling audiences across the globe for over 30 years with its entertaining performances. Do Portugal Circus is proud to announce its upcoming performances in Staten Island, NY. The show will be held at the Staten Island Mall every day from August 18-27, 2023.

14) 'Twas the Night Before...' by Cirque Du Soleil comes to Chicago and NY - (NEW YORK, NY) -- Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (MSG Entertainment) announced that the acclaimed family holiday theatrical – ‘Twas the Night Before… by Cirque du Soleil – is returning to both The Theater at Madison Square Garden and The Chicago Theatre this holiday season. The holiday themed show will run concurrently at The Theater at Madison Square Garden and The Chicago Theatre for 28 performances each from December 7 through December 28. Tickets for both engagements go on sale to the general public on Friday, August 11, 2023 at 10:00am local time.

15) Top 15 Most Read Stories At New Jersey Stage From July 30 - August 5, 2023 - Here's a look at the top 15 most read articles published at New Jersey Stage from July 30 - August 5, 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 11 counties in New Jersey (Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Hunterdon, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Somerset, Sussex, and Union).

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