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The Growing Stage Announces 2023-24 Season (NETCONG, NJ) -- The Growing Stage: The Children's Theatre of New Jersey, located in the Historic Palace Theatre on Route 183 in Netcong, has announced their 2023-24 Main Stage Season - their 42nd Season overall. In addition to a full slate of shows, they have educational programming for young people grades Pre-K through High School and special events announced throughout the season.
The Newton Theatre Stage Production Boot Camp (NEWTON, NJ) -- The Newton Theatre Stage Production Boot Camp takes place every Tuesday from September 26th through November 2nd (except October 31). Sponsored by First Energy Foundation, this is an immersive course where students receive real world hands-on experience in production and the entertainment industry.
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An Interview with Alexandra Jardvall about Springsteen, Endometriosis, and Performing in Asbury Park For The First Time (ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- Swedish singer-songwriter Alexandra Jardvall will headline the Endo Warrior Benefit Show at Asbury Lanes on Sunday, September 10, 2023. The music begins at 2:00pm and also includes performances by New Jersey artists Jake Thistle and Chris Fritz. The benefit is presented by Spring-Nuts and will raise awareness and funds for Endometriosis Research and the Endometriosis Foundation of America.
The Empty Pockets LIVE! at The Vogel The crowd applauds as The Empty Pockets take the Vogel stage in Red Bank, NJ, this summery August 9, 2023 evening. The Chicago-based Americana, folk, rock, and roots/soul group features musicians Josh Solomon on guitar/vocals, Erika Brett on vocals/keyboards, Nate Bellon on bass/vocals, and Adam Balasco on drums.
PHOTOS from Umphrey's McGee at The Stone Pony 2023 celebrates the 25th anniversary for eclectic improv-rock band Umphrey's McGee. Recently the band was thrown a curveball due to drummer, Kris Meyers, placement on the IR list. Meyers underwent shoulder surgery and will be missing UM fall tour. Improvising, UM has officially started fall tour with notable guest drummers behind the kit. On Thursday August 17, 2023 this experiment began at the Stone Pony in Asbury Park, NJ. First up performing was Duane Trucks of Widespread Panic.
The Vogel presents Taylor Simon King (RED BANK NJ) -- The Vogel presents Taylor Simon King (TSK) on Saturday, November 11, 2023 at 7:30pm. The lives and careers of three iconic American singer/songwriters, James Taylor, Carly Simon and Carole King, have always overlapped ant intertwined – and their music continues to inspire generation after generation. TSK celebrates these musical icons with unique arrangements, fan favorites, deep cuts and engaging storytelling with multimedia projections.
Ocean County Library Jackson Branch presents the David Cedeño Combo (JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ) -- Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a special performance of tropical music by the David Cedeño Combo at the Ocean County Library Jackson Branch on Saturday, September 16, 2023. The concert begins at 2:00pm.
Sieminski Theater presents Ronstadt Revue featuring Gesenia (BASKING RIDGE, NJ) -- The Sieminski Theater presents Ronstadt Revue featuring Gesenia on Sunday, October 29 at 7:30pm. This is a 7-piece ensemble of world-class, professional musicians out of South Jersey/Philadelphia that covers the entire career of Linda Ronstadt (all genres including Spanish-language material).
Diana Krall LIVE! at the Count Basie Center for the Arts Music lovers enter the historic Hackensack-Meridian Health auditorium inside Red Bank, NJ's Count Basie Center for the Arts this Wednesday, August 9, 2023 evening and admire its alluring chandelier surrounded by a painted sky and ornate walls. Taking their seats, their eyes are drawn to the red lights that illuminate the back curtain creating a rich tapestry behind a Steinway grand placed center stage. They also notice ten seashell floor lights and five overhead spotlights which shine through the onstage fog cutting a shaft of light focused on a piano bench and a single microphone.
PHOTOS from Wet Hot All-American Summer Tour at PNC Bank Arts Center (HOLMDEL, NJ) -- New Found Glory has been out on the road with The All-American Rejects for the Wet Hot All-American Summer Tour, which came to the PNC Bank Arts Center in Holmdel on August 15, 2023. The Get Up Kids and The Starting Line rounded out the bill. Photographer Julie Hoffman was on hand to take photos.
State Theatre presents Tommy Emmanuel, CGP with special guests Larry Campbell & Teresa Williams (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents Tommy Emmanuel, CGP on Friday, September 8 at 8:00pm. Opening the show are special guests Larry Campbell and Teresa Williams. Tickets range from $29-$224.
Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Dirty Stayouts" by Shawn Mars "Dirty Stayouts" by veteran Jersey rocker Shawn Mars is the Makin Waves Song of the Week.
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Top 15 Most Read Stories At New Jersey Stage From August 13-19, 2023 Here's a look at the top 15 most read articles published at New Jersey Stage from August 13-19, 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 (Atlantic, Bergen, Cape May, Essex, Monmouth, and Ocean) and includes stories about art, community, music, theatre with five original features.
Philadelphia Zoo names Dr. Jo-Elle Mogerman, Ph.D. to lead America's First Zoo After a Comprehensive National Search (PHILADELPHIA, PA) -- Philadelphia Zoo, America's first zoo and a beloved destination for people around the world, announced that Dr. Jo-Elle Mogerman will assume the role of President and Chief Executive Officer beginning October 30, 2023. Succeeding Vikram Dewan's 16+ year tenure leading the institution, Dr. Mogerman comes to Philadelphia as its 15th President in its 164-year history after serving as the Director of the Saint Louis Zoo WildCare Park in Missouri since 2019.
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