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theatre
The Growing Stage Kicks Off The Holidays With "Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer" 
(NETCONG, NJ) -- The Growing Stage: The Children's Theatre of New Jersey is thrilled to bring back the holiday classic, Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer with performances weekends from December 6-22, 2024. Based on the animated television special "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" (adapted from a story by Robert L. May and the song by Johnny Marks) and the stage production directed and conceived by Jeff Frank and First Stage with scenic/puppet by Brandon Kirkham. It has a Script Adaptation by Robert Penola and Music and Lyrics by Johnny Marks.
Lewis Center for the Arts' Princeton Atelier presents an early developmental workshop of "Custom of the Coast" 
(PRINCETON, NJ) -- The Lewis Center for the Arts' Princeton Atelier will present an early developmental workshop of a section of Custom of the Coast, a new small-scale opera written by Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Paul Muldoon and award-winning experimental music/contemporary opera composer Kamala Sankaram. The event begins at 4:30pm on Monday, December 2, 2024, at the Berlind Rehearsal Room at McCarter Theatre Center, 91 University Place. The program will also include an excerpt of a small-scale opera by Princeton Ph.D. candidate Hope Littwin. The event is free and open to the public; no tickets are required.
Vanguard Theater presents "Tuck Everlasting" 
(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- This holiday season, Vanguard Theater invites audiences to experience Tuck Everlasting, a poignant and thought-provoking tale that delves into the fragility, beauty, and complexity of life. Directed by Vanguard Theater’s Founding Artistic Director Janeece Freeman Clark, this production runs from December 5–22, 2024.
music
The Wag's Christmas Spectacular is Coming to The Strand and Middletown Arts Center 
One of our favorite bands here at New Jersey Stage is The Wag. If you want a guaranteed fun rock and roll concert, see one of their shows. And if you're a fan of holiday music, there's nothing better than The Wag's Christmas Spectacular - it's something like a good old fashioned holiday special played out live on stage.
Badfish to bring Sublime covers and Original Music to Starland Ballroom on January 25th 
Badfish is a vibe. Badfish is a sonic house party complete with plenty of gyrating fans sipping libations and enjoying various extracurricular activities. Badfish is feel-good music.
film
New Release Review - "Rita" 
With his previous feature, 2019's La Llorona, Guatemalan writer/director Jayro Bustamente employed the titular Latin-American folk legend to examine a dark chapter in his country's history - the "Silent Holocaust", a decades long genocide of the nation's Mayan people. With Rita he similarly employs dark fantasy elements to highlight a shameful event in Guatemala's more recent past.
dance
Rockland Youth Dance Ensemble presents "The Nutcracker" 
(SUFFERN, NY) -- Rockland Youth Dance Ensemble (RYDE) presents the 45th season of its beloved holiday classic, The Nutcracker, from December 13-15, 2024, with seven spectacular performances at Rockland Community College Cultural Arts Theater. Follow the enchanting story of Clara and her Nutcracker prince as they embark on a magical journey filled with adventure, whimsical characters, and the captivating music of Tchaikovsky.
art
Art150 announces a Holiday Art Fair: Wrap It Up. Affordable Art under $150 
(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- This holiday season, discover unique, handcrafted gifts at Wrap It Up! Holiday Art Fair hosted by Jersey City's Art150 artist community. From December 1-22, 2024, find art and artisanal creations all priced under $150—perfect for thoughtful, one-of-a-kind gifts.
community
Atlantic City Launches Its Most Festive Season Yet With the CRDA’s 3rd Annual Tinseltown Holiday Experience 
(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- Get ready for a festive season ahead during the coolest time of the year to visit, stay, and play in Atlantic City! Now in its third year and presented by the New Jersey Casino Reinvestment Development Authority (CRDA), the Tinseltown Holiday Experience is lighting up Atlantic City's casinos, iconic attractions, and neighborhoods with a range of holiday events, including festive events, pop-up experiences, live shows, and even themed accommodations.
See Community Crochet Tree at OCL Brick Branch and Meet Its Crafters in December 
(BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ) -- The Ocean County Library, Brick Branch, is pleased to display a unique, handcrafted symbol of holiday spirit and togetherness. The eight-foot-tall, 500-square Community Crochet Tree will be on view throughout December.
UCC's Annual 'Friendsgiving' Distribution Serves 500-plus Newarkers Ahead of Holidays 
(NEWARK, NJ) -- More than 500 greater Newark community members will have a warm meal on their table during the holiday season following United Community Corporation's (UCC) annual "Friendsgiving" food distribution held this week.
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