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theatre
This Week in Theatre: Previews for Plays Taking Place October 31 to November 6, 2023 Here are previews of plays taking place from October 31 to November 6, 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. Jump to Featured Events, Event Previews, Event Listings, Coming Soon.
The Theater Project presents "It's a Wonderful Life" – The Radio Play (SUMMIT, NJ) -- The Theater Project presents It's a Wonderful Life: The Radio Play with live, in-person performances Thanksgiving weekend, November 25-26, 2023, at the Oakes Center Theater (120 Morris Avenue) in Summit. The Theater Project recreates the Lux Radio Theater circa 1947 as twelve adult actors, four kids, a musician and one extremely overworked sound technician prepare for the big radio broadcast of the story made famous in the Frank Capra film. Audiences experience the tears and laughter of It's a Wonderful Life performed live, along with the novelty of seeing the backstage mechanics of an old-time radio broadcast.
East Lynne Theater Company presents "The Death of Sherlock Holmes?" radio-style production (CAPE MAY, NJ) -- Before streaming and podcasts, even before TV, there was radio, which delighted families across the country with shows such as "The Shadow," "The Lone Ranger" and Orson Welles' "The Mercury Theatre on the Air." Actors would read their parts live in a studio, while sound effects would paint a picture of the scene and mood for the listeners, helping to immerse them into a world they could see using just their imaginations.
music
This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts Taking Place October 31 to November 6, 2023 Here is a look at upcoming shows taking place from October 31 to November 6, 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. Click on the title to go to the full preview. Jump to Featured Events, Event Previews, Event Listings.
Newton Theatre presents The Lords of 52nd Street - Legends of the Billy Joel Band (NEWTON, NJ) -- The famed line-up that backed singer-songwriter Billy Joel for over a decade, The Lords of 52nd Street - Legends of Billy Joel Band will perform at The Newton Theatre on Saturday, January 27, 2024 at 8:00pm. Tickets range from $44-$59.
PHOTOS from The Wag's Halloween Spectacular at The Strand (LAKEWOOD, NJ) -- The Wag presented their Halloween Spectacular shows across the Garden State in October with performances at The Landis Theater in Vineland on October 20th and The Strand Theater in Lakewood on October 28th. Photographer John Posada was on hand at the latter show to take photos.
Vibraphonist Chuck Redd and Pianist John di Martino to Perform at November New Jersey Jazz Society Concert in Madison (MADISON, NJ) -- In his review of vibraphonist Chuck Redd's 2019 Dalphine Records album, Groove City, Dan Bilawsky of AllAboutJazz wrote that "one of the standout moments comes in balladic form with (Billy Strayhorn's) 'A Flower Is a Lovesome Thing'. Redd and (John) di Martino, sans rhythm section, dim the lights, and capture the essence of beauty in less than three minutes. It's the type of performance that passes quickly yet hangs in the air. It's but one of many examples of how Chuck Redd lives atop and within a song."
Westminster Conservatory at Nassau presents music for two flutes and piano (PRINCETON, NJ) -- Westminster Conservatory at Nassau will continue with a recital of music for two flutes and piano on November 16 at 12:15pm. The performers — Ellen Fisher Deerberg, flute; Kevin Willois, flute; Patricia Tupta Landy, piano — are members of the teaching faculty of Westminster Conservatory of Music. The recital will take place in the Niles Chapel of Nassau Presbyterian Church (61 Nassau Street) in Princeton. It is open to the public free of charge.
film
Lighthouse International Film Festival Announces the Female Screenwriters for This Year's "Write By The Beach" Series (LONG BEACH ISLAND, NJ) -- Long Beach Island has a rich history of inspiring artists and writers for decades, and Lighthouse International Film Festival is proud to continue this tradition with their annual Write by the Beach series. This special retreat offers a unique opportunity for selected screenwriters to unleash their creativity, connect with peers, and be inspired by the breathtaking beauty of LBI.
food
"Blade Runner" Themed Late Night Ramen Bar Opens in Philly (PHILADELPHIA, PA) -- Glu Hospitality and partners Derek Gibbons and Tim Lu introduce Chika, a subterranean late night ramen bar inspired by the cult sci-fi classic movie Blade Runner. Chika, which is a Japanese word for basement, brings together a fusion of food, drink and design. Glu has tapped the trinity of replicants to bring this new dystopian experience to life - Chef Dean Leevongcharoen (food), Michael Ego (drink) and BOXwood Architecture and Design Firm (design). The goal is to attract fun eclectic groups of people who can feel they walked into another dimension when entering the unique space. BOXwood design firm helped design the space with Derek Gibbons' vision to create a late night ramen bar in Rittenhouse similar to those in New York City and Tokyo.
community
Events This Week in New Jersey: October 31 to November 6, 2023 Here is a look at upcoming events taking place from October 31 to November 6, 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. Jump to Featured Events, Music, Theatre, Comedy, Film, Kids, Community, Event Listings.
The Benefits of Art on Mental Health-Card Box Workshop (PRINCETON JUNCTION, NJ) -- West Windsor Arts presents The Benefits of Art on Mental Health-Card Box Workshop on Monday, November 6, 2023 from 7:30pm to 9:30pm. In this interactive workshop, Faith Saunders will delve into the Dimensions of Wellness, examining the eight areas necessary to achieve a healthy and balanced life. In addition, you'll make a lovely box card to remind you to prioritize your mental wellness every day.
radio
WSOU Wins Marconi Award for College Station of the Year (SOUTH ORANGE, NJ) -- For the second time in its history, Seton Hall University's student-run radio station WSOU 89.5 FM has been honored by the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) with a Marconi award, among all candidates throughout the country.
kids
Pushcart Players presents "Outta’ This World: The Adventures of Kalien the Alien" at the Bickford Theatre (MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Pushcart Players, New Jersey’s Emmy-nominated and award-winning touring theater for family audiences will present "Outta' This World: The Adventures of Kalien the Alien" on November 10th at the Bickford Theatre at Morris Museum in Morristown. Founded in 1974, Pushcart will be celebrating 50 years of stirring up serious fun for young people nationwide.
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