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theatre
This Week in Theatre: Previews for Plays Taking Place January 28 to February 3, 2025 
Here are previews of plays taking place from January 28 to February 3, 2025 including a look at productions currently being presented and those coming soon. New Jersey Stage covers Equity, community, college, and high school theatre. Check back every week for the weekly theatre preview.
Fund for Irish Studies at Princeton University presents a Conversation with Ireland's Abbey Theatre 
(PRINCETON, NJ) -- Princeton University's Fund for Irish Studies continues its 2024-2025 series with a conversation with members of Ireland’s Abbey Theatre: Literary and New Work Director Ruth McGowan and well-known Irish actor and Associate Artist Derbhle Crotty will discuss writing and performing in Ireland and perhaps offer readings from some Irish plays. Fund for Irish Studies co-chair and director of the Program in Theater and Music Theater Jane Cox will moderate the conversation on Friday, February 7, 2025 at the James Stewart Film Theater at 185 Nassau Street. The event begins at 4:30pm.
music
Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music Announces the Third Annual American Music Honors Recipients 
(WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ) -- The Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music has announced the honorees of its third annual American Music Honors event, to be held Saturday, April 26, 2025 on the campus of Monmouth University in West Long Branch. The 2025 honorees are: Smokey Robinson, John Fogerty, Emmylou Harris, Tom Morello, and Joe Ely. The event begins at 8:30pm.
Remember Jones to Be First Performer at Mantoloking Road Playhouse with JONES SINGS JONES! 
(BRICK, NJ) -- Remember Jones, Asbury Park native known nationally for his theatrical performances and original music, has been announced as the first artist to play Brick's first live theater, Mantoloking Road Playhouse. Remember Jones will bring his 17-piece big band to present JONES SINGS JONES! on March 21-22, 2025.
The Newton Theatre presents Texas Flood featuring Tommy Katona 
(NEWTON, NJ) -- Texas Flood featuring Tommy Katona comes to The Newton Theatre on Sunday, March 30, 2025 at 7:00pm. They have become one of the premier blues bands in all of North Texas.
This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from January 28 to February 3, 2025 
Here is a look at shows taking place from January 28 to February 3, 2025 along with our featured listings and a look at some upcoming shows. New Jersey Stage offers previews of concerts throughout the Garden State as well as select shows in New York City and Philadelphia areas.
MPAC presents Grammy-winning Gospel Musical Group The Blind Boys of Alabama on Friday 
(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Six-time Grammy-winning gospel group The Blind Boys of Alabama, who state they are the longest running group in American music, will perform at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) on Friday, January 31, 2025. Jeiris Cook opens the night. Showtime is 8:00pm.
Outpost in the Burbs presents Willy Porter 
(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Outpost in the Burbs presents Willy Porter on Friday, April 4, 2025 at the First Congregational Church of Montclair. Doors are at 7:30pm, showtime is 8:00pm.
NJPAC presents Kashmir featuring Jean Violet celebrating the 50th Anniversary of "Physical Graffiti" 
(NEWARK, NJ) -- The New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents Kashmir - The Spirit of Led Zeppelin Live! on Friday, September 19, 2025 at 8:00pm. Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Physical Graffiti with Kashmir, one of the most popular Led Zeppelin-inspired bands, featuring vocalist Jean Violet. This group is more than just a tribute band; it offers an immersive experience that brings the iconic music of Led Zeppelin to life.
comedy
Amy Poehler and Tina Fey's Restless Leg Tour comes to New Jersey in June 
(NEWARK, NJ) -- Comedy icons, writers, producers, actresses and Saturday Night Live alumni Amy Poehler and Tina Fey's Restless Leg Tour will continue into 2025 including two shows at Ovation Hall at Ocean Casino Resort in Atlantic City on Saturday, June 21 and a performance at the Prudential Center in Newark on Sunday, June 22 at 6:00pm.
film
Emotive short Phantom Limb plays at the New Jersey Film Festival on February 1! 
Alice Jokela’s Phantom Limb is an experimental short film that immerses the audience in the emotional journey of navigating trauma and the search for autonomy. The short film centers on Violetta (Shay Yu), a young woman who lost her right arm in an electrical shock accident while tagging in an underground railroad with her boyfriend. With her body forever altered, Vi wrestles to build a sense of identity while coping with the emotional impact of her trauma. In an interview with The New Jersey Film Festival, Jokela expressed her intention to create a film focused on female rage and the overt trauma that often goes overlooked or misunderstood because of the internal, invisible nature of pain. This is reflected in the short film, as those around Vi misperceive her emotional scars. Vi’s story emphasizes how internal trauma can be complex for others to recognize, especially when it’s not immediately visible.
community
Dan Aubrey to give a talk on Joseph Bonaparte at Trenton City Museum 
(TRENTON, NJ) -- The life and loves of noted area 19th century beauty Annette Savage will be the topic of a talk Saturday, February 9, 2025 at Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie. Titled "Le Jeu de l'Amour," the program, led by journalist and writer Dan Aubrey, will explore how Napoleon’s brother and former King of Spain, Joseph Bonaparte, and his American mistress, Annette Savage, found passion and pain in the Trenton and Bordentown region of New Jersey. The event runs from from 2:00pm to 4:00pm.
Events This Week in New Jersey from January 28 to February 3, 2025 
Here is a look at upcoming events taking place from January 28 to February 3, 2025 along with our featured listings. New Jersey Stage offers previews of events throughout the Garden State as well as select shows in New York City and Philadelphia areas.
Hoboken Public Library Recognized with Prestigious AIA-NJ Awards 
(HOBOKEN, NJ) -- The Hoboken Public Library was honored with two prestigious awards during the American Institute of Architects – New Jersey Chapter's (AIA-NJ) Annual Installation and Awards Gala on January 11, 2025, at the Stone House in Warren, NJ.
