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theatre
United Solo Concludes 2023 Fall Season With Grand Awards Gala Opening its 15th season on September 25 with a record-breaking week of sold-out shows, United Solo's fall festival featured over sixty solo artists from across the globe in its eight-week run. Every genre was represented, from comedy to dance, and twenty-eight shows sold out. The Festival attracted New York audiences including solo theatre enthusiasts, visitors, the press, and show business stars. The lineup of shows offered theatregoers plenty of variety and included the most popular piece, "Mister Halston," performed by Ken Barnett.
First Avenue Playhouse presents "A Christmas Chaos" (ATLANTIC HIGHLANDS, NJ) -- First Avenue Playhouse presents A Christmas Chaos by Michael Wehrli in December. When the Royal Shakespeare Company doesn’t show up to perform their stirring rendition of a Christmas Carol it’s up to this intrepid band of hapless actors and technicians to put together their own production in less than seven hours.
Black Box presents a Reading of Edward Albee's "The Play About The Baby" (TEANECK, NJ) -- In association with The Estate of Edward Albee, the Black Box presents 2000's The Play About The Baby on December 6, 2023 as the next monthly staged reading in Edward Albee: From A To Zoo, An Exclusive Stage Reading Series of Edward Albee's Plays.
George Street Playhouse presents "Having Our Say" (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- George Street Playhouse presents Having Our Say, the Tony Award-nominated play by Emily Mann (A Streetcar Named Desire, Anna and the Tropics). Having Our Say is adapted from the book by Sarah (Sadie) L. Delany & A. Elizabeth (Bessie) Delany with Amy Hill Hearth and is directed by Laiona Michelle (Her Portmanteau). The production begins previews Tuesday, November 28, 2023, with opening night set for Friday, December 1 for a limited run through Sunday, December 17, 2023.
music
New Jersey Youth Symphony Presents Family-Friendly All That Jazz! Holiday Concert on December 10 (JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- The New Jersey Youth Symphony presents a family-friendly All that Jazz! Holiday Concert on Sunday, December 10, 2023 at the Margaret Williams Theatre at New Jersey City University in Jersey City. On this enchanting music-filled journey, the award-winning NJYS Youth Symphony led by Helen H. Cha-Pyo will bring the magic of Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker Suite to life. Showtime is 3:00pm.
State Theatre Presents Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents Mannheim Steamroller Christmas By Chip Davis on Sunday, December 10, 2023 at 2:00pm & 7:30pm. Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis has been America's favorite holiday celebration for over 35 years. Grammy® Award-winner Chip Davis has created a show that features the beloved Christmas music of Mannheim Steamroller along with dazzling multimedia effects to create the perfect intimate setting.
Cynthia Sayer's Joyride LIVE! at the Grunin Center Jazz fans have arrived at Toms River, NJ's Grunin Center for the Arts this November 13, 2023 for a special "Jazz on a Sunday Afternoon" concert by Cynthia Sayer and her Joyride quartet. Considered one of the finest 4-string jazz banjo players in the world, Sayer is known for playing with musicians like Wynton Marsalis, Les Paul, and the New York Philharmonic, in addition to performing on movie soundtracks including Sophie's Choice and The Purple Rose of Cairo.
BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 11/27/23 Lazlo, founder of BlowUpRadio.com (an online radio station based around New Jersey artists), shines a light on some of the many new releases from NJ based musicians each week with this column. This week Lazlo takes a look at new releases by Ziggy Grover, Solo For Dolo, Jake Thistle, Turnpike Gates, Fairmont, and Roadside Graves. Plus a look back at "Demonspit" by Funch.
Count Basie Center for the Arts presents Southside Johnny & the Asbury Jukes on New Year's Eve (RED BANK, NJ) -- There's no better way to close out the year than seeing Southside Johnny & the Asbury Jukes in concert on New Year's Eve. The band returns to the Count Basie Center for the Arts on Sunday, December 31, 2023 with an early show that begins at 6:00pm.
Miwi La Lupa and James Hatem to Perform at The Exchange (ROCKAWAY, NJ) -- Miwi La Lupa, known for his work with Bright Eyes and the Conor Oberst band with blues-rock artist James Hatem, who is returning home to Rockaway, has graced the stage with icons like The Rolling Stones, Dolly Parton, and Ricky Skaggs. The two are teaming up for an exciting 8-date Northeast tour this December. The tour comes to The Exchange in Rockaway on Monday, December 11, 2023 at 7:00pm.
art
Ocean County Library Lacey Branch December Art Exhibit: "Landscapes & Nature" by Kaylee McGrath (LACEY TOWNSHIP, NJ) -- The Ocean County Library Lacey Branch presents the imagery of Kaylee McGrath’s "Landscapes & Nature" throughout the month of December. The artworks on display reflect Kaylee's affinity for landscapes and nature. Kaylee achieves modern imaging and traditional styles of portraiture using a full-frame mirrorless camera and mobile photography techniques.
Ocean County Library Berkeley Branch to Feature "Kaleidoscope Designs" in December (BERKELEY TOWNSHIP, NJ) -- The Ocean County Library Berkeley Branch is pleased to present artist Barbara Ann DeFranza's "Kaleidoscope Designs" throughout the month of December. The display consists of abstract images done in acrylics.
community
Visual Arts Center of New Jersey Elects New Board Members (SUMMIT, NJ) -- The Visual Arts Center of New Jersey (VACNJ) recently elected two new members to its board of Trustees at the Art Center's most recent annual meeting, held on November 13, 2023. Anamaria LLanos and Philemona Williamson will begin serving immediately and their terms will run through November 2026.
JC Fridays on December 1st features Open Art Studios, Holiday Shopping, and Live Performances (JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Art House Productions has announced the lineup for their upcoming JC Fridays on Friday, December 1, 2023. Jersey City's premiere quarterly arts festival, which is free and open to the public, will showcase a variety of events, including visual art exhibitions, music performances, studio tours, and more hosted at local businesses, galleries, studios, and arts organizations. Visitors are encouraged to travel from place to place to discover art and to enjoy the local arts scene. Complete listings and the events map are available on the JC Fridays website.
bergenPAC presents Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland (ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) presents Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland on Wednesday, December 13, 2023 at 8:00pm. This is a must-see holiday event to usher in the magic of the season. Igniting joy and wonder to bergenPAC, "Wonderland" is an all-new musical journey that will transport audiences to a magical land far away for a fun-filled, unforgettable holiday-themed show experience.
Top 15 Most Read Stories At New Jersey Stage From November 19-25, 2023 Here's a look at the top 15 most read articles published at New Jersey Stage from November 19-25, 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 8 counties in New Jersey (Bergen, Camden, Essex, Gloucester, Hunterdon, Mercer, Monmouth, and Ocean).
The Museum of Jersey City History presents Frank Hague's Jersey City: Yesterday and Today (JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- The Museum of Jersey City History presents Frank Hague's Jersey City: Yesterday and Today. The exhibition will run from December 2nd through 2024 at The Apple Tree House (298 Academy Street) in Jersey City, NJ. Suggested Donation: Adults - $5, Children, Students, and Seniors are FREE.
books
RVCC Event to Share Author's "Trans-Glam-Punk-Rock Love Story" (BRANCHBURG, NJ) -- Raritan Valley Community College's Department of English will present an afternoon of words and music featuring author Lynette Reini-Grandell, December 4, 2023 at 4:00pm. The event, which is free of charge and open to the public, will be held in the Atrium at the College's Branchburg campus. Reini-Grandell will read from her memoir, Wild Things: A Trans-Glam-Punk-Rock Love Story, and her spouse, musician Venus de Mars, will play guitar. The book shares the story of the couple's relationship.
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