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theatre
Two River Theater Announces Lineup for Their 14th Annual Crossing Borders (Cruzando Fronteras) Festival 
(RED BANK, NJ) -- Two River Theater's celebrated Crossing Borders (Cruzando Fronteras) Festival of new plays by Latine playwrights will take place from Thursday, July 31 to Sunday, August 3, 2025 in the Joan and Robert M. Rechnitz Theater. Now in its 14th year, this annual event joyfully showcases the richness, diversity, creativity, and talent of Latine theater artists. All festival events are open and free to the public.
Paper Mill Playhouse Announces Winners of 2025 Rising Star Awards for Excellence in High School Musical Theater 
(MILLBURN, NJ) -- Paper Mill Playhouse has announced the winners of the 30th annual Paper Mill Playhouse Rising Star Awards for Excellence in High School Musical Theater following the ceremony on June 3, 2025. The awards presented by Investors Foundation and Citizens Philanthropic Foundation are modeled after Broadway's Tony Awards and serve the entire state of New Jersey.
Players Guild of Leonia to Hold Auditions for "Where The Time Goes" 
(LEONIA, NJ) -- The Players Guild of Leonia will hold auditions for Where The Time Goes on Tuesday, July 15 and Wednesday, July 16, 2025 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm each night at their theater. This is a World Premiere musical featuring the iconic songs of The Baby Boomer Generation.
Speranza Theatre Company presents "Princess Pals" 
(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Speranza Theatre Company, joined by students from Speranza Studio's Summer Acting Intensive, presents its summer stage production, Princess Pals, from July 11-19, 2025 outdoors at the Museum of Jersey City History at The Apple Tree House. Written and directed by Nick Radu-Blackburn. Happily Ever was just the beginning... turns out "after" isn’t all it's cracked up to be. Bored after their fairy tale endings, princess-frenemies embark on a mischievous adventure. Can they put their differences aside to save their kingdoms, all while dealing with an unexpected twist?
music
An Interview with Tim Palmieri of Lotus 
Lotus was founded between 1998-1999 at Goshen College in Goshen, IN. Now based out of Dever, Colorado and Philadelphia, PA primarily, Lotus continues to bloom as a premiere jamtronica band for over the past 25 years. In 2021, founding member and longtime guitarist, Micheal Rempel left Lotus ushering in new guitarist, Tim Palmieri.
Latin Legends Tribute to Shakira and Selena Comes to The Strand Theater 
(LAKEWOOD, NJ) -- Two of the most iconic voices in Latin music history will share the same stage—at least in spirit—when Latin Legends: Tribute to Shakira and Selena arrives at The Strand Center for the Arts on Friday, September 26, 2025 at 8:00pm.
Philadelphia Folk Festival Announces Complete Lineup for The Main Stage Evening Concerts 
(PHILADELPHIA, PA) -- The 62nd Philadelphia Folk Festival is excited to announce the complete lineup of artists performing on the Main Stage Evening Concerts during the weekend of August 15-17, 2025 at the Old Pool Farm in Upper Salford Township. Newly added artists include Alejandro Escovedo; Cedric Watson et Bijou Creole; Eileen Ivers; The Gibson Brothers; The Lee Boys; and Ordinary Elephant. Veteran Philadelphia area singer-songwriter, John Flynn, will emcee the Main Stage for the festival weekend as well as perform.
West Windsor Arts presents Summer Music and More with Swara 
(PRINCETON, NJ) -- West Windsor Arts presents Summer Music and More with Swara (a multi-genre Indian American band) on Saturday, August 9, 2025 from 5:00pm - 7:30pm at the Nassau Park Pavilion. Dan Kassel and Friends featuring Johnny Zarfati will open the night.
Makin Waves Song of the Week: "My Place" by Des & the Swagmatics 
The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "My Place," the latest single from Des & the Swagmatics on Telegraph Hill Records.
comedy
Carteret PAC presents Rich Francese’s Italian American Comedy All Stars 
Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center is located at 46 Washington Avenue in Carteret, New Jersey.
community
Dining Out Jersey's 5th Annual Foodie Expo features Special Guests David Burke and Produce Pete 
(PARAMUS, NJ) -- Dining Out Jersey presents the 5th Annual Dining Out Jersey Foodie Expo on Thursday, July 17, 2025 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm at The Terrace at Biagio's in Paramus. This year's event will feature special guests David Burke and NBC's Produce Pete.
Ocean County College Joins Achieving the Dream Network to Advance Student Success and Community Impact 
(TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- Ocean County College is pleased to announce that it has joined the network of Achieving the Dream (ATD), a national organization committed to advancing community colleges as accessible hubs of learning, credentialing, and economic mobility.
Honoring Rahway's Future and Legacy: A Full House Salutes Rising Stars and Rahway's Own 
(RAHWAY, NJ) -- On Wednesday, June 11, 2025, the Hamilton Stage was filled wall-to-wall with applause, emotion, and community pride. The "Rahway's Own & Rising Stars" celebration brought together families, educators, city leaders, students, and Rahway residents to recognize some of Rahway's brightest talents and future changemakers.
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