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theatre
Art House Productions Brings "Tracy Jones" to Life "Tracy Jones" is a touching comedy of individual connection in an increasingly busy world. And the play will mark the first fully staged production in Arthouse Production's new space.
Listen to the story of the Pinecones Family on Season 3 of "Around the Sun" podcast (NEW YORK, NY) -- Around the Sun, the award-winning episodic audio drama featuring award-winning talent from stage and screen will be launching Season 3 on October 18, 2023 with two new episodes, then episodes are scheduled to drop every two weeks throughout fall 2023 and into early 2024. Created by actor/writer/producer Brad Forenza, Around the Sun is a scripted audio series of self-contained stories with a theme. For Season 3 Forenza has started something new, each episode builds more of the story.
Luna Stage presents the World Premiere of "Westphalia" (WEST ORANGE, NJ) -- Luna Stage presents the World Premiere of Westphalia by Helen Banner from October 21-November 12, 2023. Directed by Lila Rachel Becker on Luna's MainStage, Westphalia imagines a futuristic world in which citizenship can be bought and sold, and where artificial intelligence determines an individual's psychological fitness to make bold life choices.
McCarter Theatre Center and Crossroads4Hope: A Network of Cancer Support present "Our Cancer Stories" (PRINCETON, NJ) -- McCarter Theatre Center, a renowned cultural institution, and Crossroads4Hope, a leading cancer support non-profit organization, present the return of "Our Cancer Stories" for its third year. This innovative and heartfelt collaboration brings together the healing power of the arts and the indomitable human spirit in a performance that honors the stories of individuals affected by cancer. For the first time, this moving theatrical experience will be performed in person at the McCarter Theatre Center's Berlind Rehearsal Room on Sunday, October 22, 2023 at 1:00pm, and is open to the public, free of charge.
Tony Award-winning Actor Bill Irwin to Perform "On Beckett" at Two River Theater (RED BANK, NJ) -- Two River Theater is proud to present Tony Award-winning actor and master clown Bill Irwin in his one-man show On Beckett, running December 7-10, 2023 on the Joan and Robert M. Rechnitz stage.
Black Box presents a Reading of Edward Albee's "Fragments (A Sit-Around)" (ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- In association with The Estate of Edward Albee, the Black Box presents 1993's Fragments (A Sit-Around) on Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at 7:30pm as the next monthly reading in Edward Albee: From A To Zoo, An Exclusive Stage Reading Series of Edward Albee's Plays.
Reduced Shakespeare's History of Comedy to be Performed at RVCC Theatre (BRANCHBURG, NJ) -- The Theatre at Raritan Valley Community College in Branchburg will present the Reduced Shakespeare Company's production of The Complete History of Comedy (Abridged) on Sunday, November 5, 2023 at 2:00pm. They've skewered history, the Bible, and the world's most celebrated playwright. Now, they tackle the subject the company was born to reduce. From the high-brow to the low, this show covers comedy through the ages.
music
Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites...10/12/23 "Gardens Old, Flowers New" has been in the works for a while and some of these songs are decades old and haven't seen the light of day and some of them are brand new; that line appears in two different songs in different contexts," states legendary Folk artist Tom Rush as he discussed the upcoming release of his next album and his October 13 show at The Sellersville Theater in Sellersville, PA.
State Theatre New Jersey presents La India (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents Latin Grammy® Award-winning artist, La India on Saturday, October 21, 2023 at 8:00pm. DJ Ralphie Mercado opens the show with a set at 7:00pm. Tickets range from $39-$129.
Bound Brook Presbyterian Church presents Daoine (BOUND BROOK, NJ) -- The Bound Brook Presbyterian Church presents Daoine on Friday, October 20, 2023 at 7:00pm. This is an evening of traditional Irish music, song and dance.
New Jersey Symphony: "Jurassic Park" with Live Score Symphony orchestras have long graced the world with beautiful renditions of classical music. However, in the modern era, they face the challenge of attracting younger and more diverse audiences. Playing movie scores and soundtracks has emerged as an effective strategy to broaden their appeal.
The 12th Annual Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition Announces Top Five Finalists (NEWARK, NJ) -- As part of NJPAC's TD James Moody Jazz Festival (November 3-19), the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) has announced the top five finalists of the 12th Annual Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition. Pulled from a record 280+ submissions representing 37 countries, these gifted young contestants from around the world represent the next generation of great jazz singers. The top five finalists are: Daryann Dean (Los Angeles, CA), Bianca Love (New Orleans, LA), Tyreek McDole (St. Cloud, FL), Ekep Nkwelle (Washington, DC), and Emma Smith (London, UK).
Makin Waves with Kanak: 'Music Was My Escape' Tom Kanach has led three great bands throughout a near 40-year local music career: Mischief, the Makin Waves Band of the Year Award-winning Well of Souls, and now Kanak.
film
Patricia Quinn Celebrates 48 Years of "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and Magenta It's officially Spooky Season and quite possibly, the best season for a night of debauchery with "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" 48th Anniversary Spectacular Tour. On October 25th at the Bergen Performing Arts Center in Englewood, NJ, Rocky Horror fans will be treated to a screening of the original unedited film alongside a live shadowcast. Audience participation is encouraged and expected.
Teaneck International Film Festival films feature Local Talent (TEANECK, NJ) -- The 18th annual Teaneck International Film Festival, with virtual and live programs from November 5-12, 2023 , includes films by or with a number of former and current Teaneck residents. Come out to see the films and meet some folks you knew - or know - who have written, directed, or produced them.
art
Picture Middlesex County contest returns for Fall 2023 (MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ) -- This fall, Middlesex County's photography contest, Picture Middlesex County, is back by popular demand. The contest runs through November 30, 2023, and is open to all New Jersey residents. Three winners will be selected by a judging committee from the County to receive postcards featuring their winning photo.
community
Brookdale Haunted Theater Returns for 20th Year (LINCROFT, NJ) -- Are you brave enough to take on the demented imaginations of our student’s minds? Designed, built and run by past and present students. This tormented trip through body parts, evil creatures and more will redefine "stage fright"...FOREVER!
Bergen County Celebrates Italian American Heritage Month (PARAMUS, NJ) -- On Wednesday, October 11, 2023 the County of Bergen hosted a ceremony in recognition of Italian American Heritage Month in the Piazza at One Bergen County Plaza.
Newark's Mayor Baraka to Host "Guaranteed Income Works" roundtable at NJPAC (NEWARK, NJ) -- Newark Mayor Ras J. Baraka will host a roundtable discussion about the promise and power of guaranteed income as a policy solution on Tuesday, October 24, 2023 at New Jersey Performing Arts Center's Victoria Theater. Newark's guaranteed income pilot program, the Newark Movement for Economic Equity, concludes later this month and the city recently released preliminary data from independent researchers showing its effectiveness. Recipients of the Newark Movement for Economic Equity and will participate in the discussion. The event begins at 7:00pm.
FL!P Circus comes to Lawrenceville and Freehold (LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ) -- FL!P Circus, the great American big top experience that has been wowing audiences across the country, will bring its brand new 2023 tour to two final New Jersey locations in October. The show comes to the Quakerbridge Mall from October 13–16 and Freehold Raceway Mall from October 19-23. Don't miss the final area stops for this all-new production, created by the Vazquez family, which features an incredible assemblage of international acts guaranteed to amaze and amuse.
books
Ocean County College Foundation presents Author Stacy Schiff at Grunin Center (TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- The Blauvelt Speaker Series, in collaboration with the Ocean County Library Foundation and the Visiting Writers Series, will present Pulitzer Prize-winning author/biographer Stacy Schiff at the Grunin Center for the Arts at Ocean County College on Wednesday, November 15, 2023. This event is free and open to the public and will be presented both in person and via livestream. The event begins at 11:00am.
