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theatre
American Theater Group and UCPAC's Play Reading Series presents "The Willows" by Sharyn Rothstein 
(RAHWAY, NJ) -- American Theater Group (ATG) in partnership with the Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC), will present the premiere reading of Sharyn Rothstein's new play The Willows as part of its free Play Reading Series on Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at Hamilton Stage in Rahway. The reading will be directed by Chris O'Connor and begins at 7:00pm.
music
The Stars Came to bergenPAC to See the Final Concert by Johnny Mathis 
(ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- The stars came out to celebrate the final concert of entertainment icon Johnny Mathis' "The Voice of Romance" at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) on Sunday, May 18, 2025, in Englewood, New Jersey. Photographer Jeremy Smith was on hand to take photos.
WBGO's All That Jazz concert series presents Jeff Lorber and Alexander Zonjic 
(RAHWAY, NJ) -- WBGO presents the All That Jazz concert series, a unique series showcasing some of the genre's most talented and respected performers at Hamilton Stage in Rahway. On Saturday, June 7, 2025, the series features Grammy Winner Jeff Lorber supported by 15-time Detroit Music Award winner Alexander Zonjic. This series is a partnership between UCPAC and Smooth Jazz NJ. Performances take place at 5:00pm and 8:00pm.
An Interview with Mark Klemow, Founder of Split Level Concerts 
Mark Klemow founded Split Level Concerts as a house concert series back in 2000. The series has moved around a bit since then and recently completed its first season in Ocean Grove at the Jersey Shore Arts Center. One thing that has never changed over the years is basing the series around great songwriting.
Two Legends of Salsa - El Gran Combo De Puerto Rico and Grupo Niche to Perform at Prudential Center 
(NEWARK, NJ) -- Salsa fiercely roars back to life on stages around the world. In an unprecedented encounter, El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico and Grupo Niche, two of the most iconic and influential groups in the genre, unite to announce their world tour: SALSA PA’L MUNDO TOUR, produced by CMN (Cardenas Marketing Network). The tour comes to the Prudential Center in Newark on Sunday, November 23, 2025.
BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 5/19/25 
Lazlo, founder of BlowUpRadio.com (an online radio station based around New Jersey artists), shines a light on some of the many new releases from NJ based musicians each week with this column. This week Lazlo takes a look at new releases by Night Windows, furiousBall, Ferocious Designs, John Pronto, and Manny Ray. Plus a look back at "Fight of Your Life" by Blisstique.
An Interview with Arlan Feiles on the Brilliant and Heartbreaking "Diaspora" Album 
At the end of April, Arlan Feiles released Diaspora. The first song, "I Know Your Number," immediately caught my attention with its opening lyrics. It was painfully clear what the song was about and that this was the beginning of an album which would be immensely personal, harrowing, and one that would likely lead to tears.
NJ Internet Station BlowUpRadio.com to Celebrate Pride Month With Two "Rock Against Hate" Benefit Albums & Radio Special 
On Friday, June 6, 2025, New Jersey based internet radio station BlowUpRadio.com will celebrate Pride Month with the release of Rock Against Hate volumes 7 & 8 as well as a radio special, benefiting LGBTQ+ nonprofit organizations Trevor Project and No More Dysphoria.
film
2025 New Jersey International Film Festival Broken Pieces Filmmaker Q+A 
Here is the 2025 New Jersey International Film Festival Broken Pieces Filmmaker Q+A featuring Director Justin Ho, Producer James Orfanos, Lead Actor Elisha Jachetti and NJIFF Director Al Nigrin. Broken Pieces will be screening along with the short film Chambers Street on Saturday, May 31, 2025 – Online for 24 Hours and In-Person at 7PM.
2025 New Jersey International Film Festival Experimental Film Panel 
Here is the 2025 New Jersey International Film Festival Experimental Film Panel featuring filmmakers Kamila Kuc, Jeremy Drummond, Marie Gayeski, the zorm collectief: Bo Verpoten, Jeff Sermon, Tesse Baardman and NJIFF Director Al Nigrin. Their films will be screening on Friday, June 6, 2025 - Online for 24 Hours and In-Person at 7PM as part of the NJIFF Shorts Program.
food
Katchats with Kim Janel 
MBCJ, stands for Mercer Bucks and Central Jersey Eateries, with over 32.9K members. MBCJ is a Facebook group that shares information on Restaurants and Eateries in the areas of New Jersey and sometimes across the Delaware River into Pennsylvania. Now expanding into Monmouth County, however not yet located in North or South Jersey.
community
Top 15 Most Read Stories At New Jersey Stage from May 11-17, 2025 
Here's a look at the top 15 most read articles published at New Jersey Stage from May 11-17, 2025. Each week we publish about 70 articles, including several original columns and features, along with news releases for events happening throughout the state and nearby areas like Philadelphia and New York City. This week's top 15 includes articles from 8 counties in New Jersey (Atlantic, Essex, Hudson, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean).
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