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theatre
The Ma'ayanot H.S. Drama Society & Black Box Studios presents Roald Dahl's "Matilda, the Musical" (TEANECK, NJ) -- The Ma'ayanot Yeshiva High School Drama Society, in ongoing partnership with Black Box Studios, presents Roald Dahl's Matilda, The Musical live on stage in the new Ma'ayanot Performing Arts Center (1650 Palisade Avenue) in Teaneck. Performances take place Tuesday, December 26 and Thursday, December 28 at 7:30pm each night.
music
The Newton Theatre presents Sugar Mountain (NEWTON, NJ) -- Sugar Mountain comes to The Newton Theatre on Saturday, March 30, 2024 at 8:00pm. Tickets range from $29-39. The band brings together an ensemble of veteran musicians from the New Jersey music scene who faithfully replicate the songs of one of our era's most prolific and beloved singer/songwriters, Neil Young.
The MAC Players at the Middletown Arts Center to present A Hollywood Holiday Cabaret on Sunday (MIDDLETOWN, NJ) -- The MAC Players at the Middletown Arts Center present A Hollywood Holiday Cabaret on Sunday, December 17, 2023 at 2:00pm. Enjoy an afternoon of festive songs from the silver screen performed by The MAC Players Alumni, including Ronda Christie, Victoria Leigh Keiser, Colleen Gilgan, Caitlin Martin, Felicia Russell, Patrick Comey, Brenden Kortenhaus, Joey Bryant, Justin Jajalla, Mike Kirkland, Matt Ebersole, Vivian Oliver, Sophia Russell and Daniella DeDonno. Admission is FREE (donations welcome)!
The Vogel presents Chris Pinnella: Christmas in Red Bank (RED BANK, NJ) -- This Saturday, join powerhouse vocalist Chris Pinnella (formerly of Trans-Siberian Orchestra) along with his phenomenal 15-Piece Orchestra, as they ring in the holiday season at The Vogel, with all your favorite Christmas Classics and Holiday Hits! The singer along with his orchestra will take the stage for 2 performances on Saturday, December 16, 2023 at 2:00pm & 7:00pm.
comedy
Ocean Casino Resort presents comedian Matt Rife (ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- Comedian and actor, Matt Rife, takes the stage at Ocean Casino Resort's Ovation Hall on Friday, July 26, 2024. Rife is best known for guest roles on the sketch comedy and improv game show series Wild 'n Out, as Brandon Bliss on the comedy television series Brooklyn Nine-Nine, and as Logan on the sitcom television series Fresh Off the Boat. Showtime is 9:00pm.
NJPAC presents Egyptian comedian Bassem Youssef (NEWARK, NJ) -- New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents Pioneering Egyptian comedian Bassem Youssef, who is set to perform his English-language solo show, The Middle Beast, on Friday, February 16, 2024, at 7:00pm.
film
Cape May Stage to Screen "Holiday Inn" on Tuesday (CAPE MAY, NJ) -- Cape May Stage invites the community to attend a free showing of the classic musical comedy Holiday Inn on Tuesday, December 19, 2023 at the Robert Shackleton Playhouse. This 1942 Oscar-winning film, directed by Irving Berlin and starring Bing Crosby, Fred Astaire, and Marjorie Reynolds, is a Christmas treasure that shows a simpler time in history in a warm and endearing light. The screening begins at 6:00pm.
25 Films Selected for the 2023 Library of Congress National Film Registry Twenty-five influential films have been selected for the 2023 Library of Congress National Film Registry, Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden announced on December 13. The films are selected each year for their cultural, historic or aesthetic importance to preserve the nation’s film heritage.
community
Ridgefield Equestrian Wins Gold in Special Olympics (LEONIA, NJ) -- Local equestrian Paul Lim made history as the first participant and winner in the New Jersey Special Olympics to come from the Bergen Equestrian Center. Paul was able to clinch gold in both Class 10 Advanced Walk/Trot/Canter Equitation and Class 25 Advanced Walk/Trot/Canter Dressage. Paul's journey, marked by an autism diagnosis and overcoming adversities, sheds light on the transformative influence of horses and the Bergen Equestrian Center on his life.
MPAC presents Reza: Edge of Illusion (MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Don't expect rabbits out of hats! Reza has taken the art of illusion to a new level, delivering his rock concert style magic show to audiences across the globe. Reza: Edge of Illusion comes to Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) for two performances on Saturday, January 6, 2024 at 3:00pm & 8:00pm. Tickets range from $29-$49.
kids
The Laurie Berkner Band returns to Princeton with Full Band "Greatest Hits" Show and a Solo Show (PRINCETON, NJ) -- Legendary children's musician Laurie Berkner and The Laurie Berkner Band are thrilled to return to Laurie's hometown with a "Greatest Hits" concert for families on Saturday, January 20, 2024 at the McCarter Theatre Center (91 University Place) in Princeton. Showtime is 3:00pm.
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