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theatre
"The Shark is Broken" at George Street Playhouse Goes Behind the Scenes 
In June, 1975, the movie Jaws began running in movie theaters. Directed by Steven Spielberg, it was such a powerful film that countless numbers of people became afraid to go into the water. This year, the film celebrates its 50th anniversary making it a terrific time to see the play, The Shark is Broken. Written by Ian Shaw and Joseph Nixon, it is presented by George Street Playhouse now through Sunday, May 18, 2025.
Theatrical Artist's Prep presents "Oliver! Jr." 
(RAHWAY, NJ) -- Theatrical Artist's Prep, a youth performing arts studio in Scotch Plains, returns this spring after the success of Godspell with their production of Lional Bart's classic musical, Oliver! Jr., based on Charles Dickens novel, Oliver Twist. Performances take place May 30-31, 2025 at Hamilton Stage.
Gateway Playhouse presents "South Pacific" 
(SOMERS POINT, NJ) -- Gateway Playhouse in Somers Point opens its first musical of 2025, South Pacific, by Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II. The show runs on weekends from May 30 to June 8, 2025.
Aspire Performing Arts Company to Workshop Original Musical on Saturday 
(WAYNE, NJ) -- Aspire Performing Arts Company will present a special staged reading of 5 Out of 10, a new original musical by composer Casey Gorab, on Saturday, May 10, 2025 at Our Lady of Consolation Ministry Center in Wayne. The musical tells the interconnected stories of high school students navigating identity, love, and self-discovery. As relationships are tested and perspectives shift, the characters — and the audience — confront what it truly means to embrace who you are.
music
Grunin Center presents Jazz on a Sunday Afternoon with vibraphonist Behn Gillece and guitarist Brian Betz 
(TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- The Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts will welcome vibraphonist Behn Gillece and guitarist Brian Betz to the Prima Studio Theatre for Jazz on a Sunday Afternoon on Sunday, June 1, 2025 at 3:00pm. The Grunin Center is located on the main campus of Ocean County College in Toms River.
The Adelphi Orchestra Announces Winners of 21st Anniversary Young Artist Competition 
(RIVER EDGE, NJ) -- The Adelphi Orchestra is proud to announce the winners of its 21st Annual Young Artist Competition, held on April 26, 2025, at the National Opera Center's Scorca Recital Hall in New York City. This long-standing competition supports the next generation of classical musicians and continues the orchestra's commitment to artistic excellence and community engagement.
Ferocious Designs releases "Off You Pop!" EP 
Ferocious Designs, the music project of central New Jersey-based songwriter Brian Kelley, has released a 5-song EP, Off You Pop! A music video for the lead track "Precious Jewel" has also been released.
Makin Waves Song of the Week: "In the Congo" by The Bongos 
The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "In the Congo," a live version of which will be released May 23 on "The Shroud of Touring: Live in 1985" on CD only on JEM Records.
film
Newark In Talks To Bring Whoopi Goldberg-Led Hollywood Studio to the City 
(NEWARK, NJ) -- Mayor Ras J. Baraka announced on May 9, 2025 that the City of Newark is in active discussions with The MBS Group, the world's largest studio services and production infrastructure company, and its high-profile partner Whoopi Inc., led by legendary entertainer and producer Whoopi Goldberg, to establish a major studio presence in the city.
dance
American Repertory Ballet and Princeton Ballet School Announce Major Matching Gift Opportunity 
(PRINCETON, NJ) -- At American Repertory Ballet | Princeton Ballet School's "Dancing Through Life" Gala at McCarter Theatre Center on April 11, 2025, it was announced that a generous donor has pledged to match every gift the organization receives this spring. Now is the perfect time to make a tax-deductible donation so that your contribution can be doubled and help ensure the continuity of their far-reaching and impactful artistic and educational programs.
community
State Theatre New Jersey presents 360 ALLSTARS 
(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents 360 ALLSTARS on Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 7:30pm. Featuring BMX, basketball, breakdancing, acrobatics, drumming, and more, 360 ALLSTARS is an international smash hit.
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