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theatre
Have "A Tuna Christmas" With Cape May Stage 
"A Tuna Christmas" is a humorous play set in the fictional town of Tuna, the third smallest town in Texas. The play is a sequel to "Greater Tuna" written by Ed Howard, Joe Sears, and Jaston Williams. It debuted in 1989 and has become a popular comedic fixture in American theater, especially around the holiday season.
music
New Jersey Hall of Fame Unveils Whitney Houston Garden State Parkway Service Area and Other Ongoing Initiatives in her Honor 
(UNION, NJ) -- /PRNewswire/ -- Following renaming the former Vauxhall Service Area on the Garden State Parkway in honor of Whitney Houston, the New Jersey Hall of Fame joined The Estate of Whitney E. Houston and public officials on December 14, 2023 to unveil the service area's exhibits and other initiatives in her honor.
Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites...12/14/23 
"I grew up listening to everything with all the kids; rock music, folk music, I love folk music. In high school and junior high, I'd play my guitar and sing folk songs; I just love music. I'd sing with the choir, swing groups in school and when I started recording, I really didn't think that I had to quit singing different styles so, my albums were full of different things as well as country songs," said famed Country Music star, Crystal Gayle as she recently discussed her music, family Christmases, upcoming New Jersey appearances and yes; that magnificent trademark hair. "Peter, Paul & Mary and Bob Dylan, I mean, that style as well; there is so much good music out there. Many people have asked, "Who is your favorite singer?" There are so many really good singers out there; it's great."
New Jersey Symphony Presents Augustin Hadelich Performing Beethoven's Violin Concerto 
(NEWARK, NJ) -- The New Jersey Symphony presents one of the foremost concert violinists in the world, Augustin Hadelich, in three performances with Music Director Xian Zhang conducting. Hadelich performs Friday, January 12, 2024, at 8:00pm in Richardson Auditorium in Princeton; Saturday, January 13, 2024, at 8:00pm at Count Basie Center for the Arts in Red Bank; and Sunday, January 14, 2024, at 3:00pm at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark.
comedy
Stand-Up Science Presents: Volcano - Live in Asbury Park! 
(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- Ever wonder what happens when a comedian walks into a volcano? You can find out when Ben Miller performs at Showroom Cinemas on Friday, January 12, 2024 at 7:00pm.
HACPAC presents Howdy Stranger's Annual Holiday Spectacle on Saturday 
(HACKENSACK, NJ) -- The Hackensack Performing Arts Center presents Howdy Stranger's Annual Holiday Spectacle on Saturday, December 16, 2023 at 8:00pm. Expect a not-so silent night of improv comedy, spiked for the season.
film
INDEPENDENT LENS Launches New Season of Sneak Peek Screenings in Partnership with Teaneck International Film Festival and Puffin Cultural Forum 
(SAN FRANCISCO, CA) -- On December 12, 2023, INDEPENDENT LENS announced the launch of the new season of Indie Lens Pop-Up, the long-running community screening series that has brought people together for community-driven conversations around its thought-provoking documentaries. The screening series will feature both in-person and virtual events in more than 40 cities across the U.S.
dance
Tony Nominee Jennifer Weber shares The Hip Hop Nutcracker's Famous Fan 
The Hip Hop Nutcracker translates Tchaikovsky's beloved ballet music into an incredible holiday story told through hip hop dance. Director and Choreographer Jennifer Weber—who is also the Tony-nominated choreographer behind Broadway’s & Juliet and KPOP—brought the idea to life 10 years ago in partnership with NJPAC. Now, a decade of touring and two films later, The Hip Hop Nutcracker has become a tradition of its own and returns to NJPAC on December 23rd.
PHOTOS from Holiday Performances by The Atlantic City Ballet 
(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- Atlantic City Ballet recently ushered in the holiday season with performances of "It's A Shore Holiday" and "The Nutcracker". Photographer John Posada was on hand to take photos.
art
"Scrubs Paper Project" Art Exhibit on Display in Somerville 
(SOMERVILLE, NJ) -- The Somerset County Cultural & Heritage Commission invites the public to enjoy the new Frontline Arts "Scrubs Paper Project" exhibit. The artwork is on display from 8:30am to 4:30pm, Monday through Friday, on the first and third floors of the County Administration Building at 20 Grove Street in Somerville. The exhibit ends on Monday, January 15, 2024.
community
Actress Lauren Ridloff Shares Insight on Representation in Kean University President's Distinguished Lecture 
(UNION, NJ) -- Tony-nominated actress Lauren Ridloff, the first Deaf superhero in the Marvel film universe, shared a message about inclusion and representation during the Kean University President’s Distinguished Lecture Series on December 11, 2023.
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