Published by New Jersey Stage
originally published: 06/04/2024
(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Summertime is fun time at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), with a lineup of concerts, dance parties and movies, ranging from Night Ranger to Wonka.
Ticketed MPAC events:
Sunday, July 14 at 7:30pm - Night Ranger: Live in Concert. With more than 17 million albums sold worldwide, Night Ranger (“Sister Christian”) has both epitomized and transcended the arena rock sound and style since arriving in the scene in the 1980s. Tickets range from $39-$79.
Tuesday, July 16 at 7:30pm - Justin Hayward & Christopher Cross. A double bill featuring two of music’s most iconic voices! Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Justin Hayward is best-known as the long-time vocalist, lead guitarist and composer for The Moody Blues. Five-time Grammy winner Christopher Cross has sold over 10 million albums and his top ten hits include such classics as “Sailing” and “Ride Like the Wind.” Tickets range from $59-$129.
Wednesday, July 17 at 8:00pm - Yächtley Crew. The ships-ahoy septet Yächtley Crew sets sail for an evening of the best in the Yacht Rock sound, featuring all of your favorite soft rock hits from the 70s and 80s. Come ready to party! Tickets range from $39-$59.
Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 7:30pm - It’s Happening with Snooki & Joey Live. Your girl, Snooki, is here to spill the tea with her best squirrel friend, Joey Camasta! These hot messes will be talking celeb gossip, hot topics, and, of course, getting WAY TOO personal! If you are a fan of humor, gossip, and pop culture commentary, then It’s Happening with Snooki & Joey Live is what you’re looking for. Tickets range from $39-$69; $125 (includes meet and greet).
MPAC Arts in the Community June Free Summer Events. Arts in the community is sponsored by ADP.
Wednesday, July 10 at 6:00pm - Bollywood Dance Bash with DJ Arjun; Location: Pioneer Park. Born in Mumbai, DJ Arjun is known for his Bollywood and Top 40 dance music mix, infusing his events with energy and enthusiasm that captivates the dance floor! Featuring Indian dance instruction from B2Z Dance School and henna tattoo artist Mehndikalogie.
Wednesday, July 24 at 6:00pm - Salsa at Sunset with DJ KD; Location: Pioneer Park. MPAC’s popular salsa dancing event returns featuring DJ KD providing the spirited sounds of salsa, merengue and more. Dance instruction from Daniel Herrera and Dreams Dance Studio.
MPAC Free Movies (ticket reservations will begin in July)
Tuesday, July 30 at 10:30am - Wonka. This fantasy musical based on the character from Roald Dahl's novel follows young Willy Wonka as he sets off on his dream to become the greatest chocolatier of all time. Timothée Chalamet stars. PG.
Tuesday, July 30 at 7:00pm - Barbie. Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling star in this blockbuster that finds Barbie and Ken leaving the seemingly perfect world of Barbie Land to discover the joys and perils of the real world. PG-13.
Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) is located at 100 South Street in Morristown, New Jersey. MPAC, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, presents a wide range of programs that entertain, enrich, and educate the diverse population of the region and enhance the economic vitality of Northern New Jersey.
The 2024-2025 season is made possible, in part, by a grant the New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department of State, a Partner Agency of the National Endowment for the Arts, as well as support received from the F.M. Kirby Foundation, The Blanche and Irving Laurie Foundation and numerous corporations, foundations and individuals. Mayo Performing Arts Center was named 2016 Outstanding Historic Theatre by the League of Historic American Theatres, and is ranked in the top 50 mid-sized performing arts centers by Pollstar Magazine.
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