Here's a look at the top 15 most read articles published at New Jersey Stage from July 13-19, 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 7 counties in New Jersey (Atlantic, Bergen, Burlington, Essex, Monmouth, Morris, and Warren).
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1) Atlantic City's 48 Blocks Festival to Take Place September 20th - (ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- One day. One place. A full-tilt celebration of Atlantic City's creative spirit—featuring art, live performances, and stories from all 48 blocks...
2) AfroBeat Ignited Newark with African Rhythm, Culture, and Celebration - (NEWARK, NJ) -- AFROBEAT FEST (ABF), the largest celebration of the African diaspora in the state of New Jersey, returned on Saturday, July 12, 2025 at Military Park. Cofounded by Newark's First Lady, Linda Baraka, ABF unites communities through cultural expression, brings awareness of the afrobeat inspiration, educates visitors on African traditions, and empowers the originality of local artists and entrepreneurs.
3) Events This Week in New Jersey from July 15-21, 2025 - Here is a look at upcoming events taking place from July 15-21, 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.
4) 71st Annual Choir Festival: The Light of Life to Take Place on Saturday - (OCEAN GROVE, NJ) -- Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association joyfully presents the 71st Annual Choir Festival: The Light of Life on Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 7:00pm. Set within the soaring arches of the historic Great Auditorium—an awe-inspiring 6,500-seat space revered as a sacred ground for worship and music—this beloved summer tradition gathers hundreds of singers for a night of profound praise.
5) Disney's "The Lion King, Jr" comes to Jersey Shore Arts Center - (ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- Asbury Park Theater Company is excited to showcase the students of their camp program with a full, family-friendly production of Disney's The Lion King, Jr. for three performances at Ocean Grove’s Jersey Shore Arts Center, July 18-20, 2025.
6) Newark Unveils New Financial Empowerment Blueprint to Build Resident Financial Resilience - (NEWARK, NJ) -- On July 10, 2025, Mayor Ras J. Baraka announced the release of a municipal financial empowerment blueprint that sets clear goals to help Newark residents put the building blocks in place to secure their financial future. Newark created the blueprint as a member of the Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund's (CFE Fund's) CityStart initiative, which works closely with local leaders to develop and implement proven strategies aimed at helping families and communities become more financially stable.
7) ArtPride New Jersey Announces New Board Leadership and Trustees for FY26 - (BURLINGTON, NJ) -- ArtPride New Jersey is proud to announce new leadership and the appointment of distinguished professionals to its Board of Trustees for fiscal year 2026. The incoming Trustees, as well as the slate of new Board officers, bring a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to supporting the arts across the Garden State.
8) MPAC presents MasterChef All-Stars Live! - (MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- MasterChef All-Stars Live! is hitting the road, bringing your favorite chefs straight from the MasterChef kitchen! Witness epic head-to-head battles, thrilling challenges and jaw-dropping culinary creations. Don't miss this once-in-a-lifetime night of food, fun, and competition when the tour comes to Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) on Saturday, September 20, 2025 at 7:00pm! The cast will include Season 14 show winner Michael Leonard and Season 9 winner Gerron Hurt, as well as others from the current season to be announced.
9) 2025 Catsbury Park Cat Convention to Take Place at Bell Works - (HOLMDEL, NJ) -- Catsbury Park announces the return of the Catsbury Park Cat Convention, taking place October 11-12, 2025 for two full days of feline fun at Bell Works Holmdel. After a wildly successful return in 2024 with over 2,500 attendees, 50+ vendors, and adoptable cats stealing hearts, the 2025 edition of Cat Con is doubling down with a weekend-long celebration packed with even more speakers, workshops, adoptables, and experiences for cat lovers of all stripes.
10) Zach Bryan to Perform 3 Nights at MetLife with special guests Kings of Leon and The Front Bottoms - (EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ) -- Multi-Platinum, GRAMMY-winning performer Zach Bryan will perform a special run of shows at MetLife Stadium on Friday, July 18, Saturday, July 19, and Sunday, July 20, 2025 with special guests Kings of Leon and The Front Bottoms.
11) Without a Clue Productions presents "Mrs. Roper Romp" and "A Golden Girls Murder Mystery: A Family Affair" at Resorts Casino Hotel - (ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- Without a Cue Productions heads to the Jersey Shore this summer with two cult classics coming to Atlantic City. Come for the caftan muumuus and stay for the Janet and Jack Tripper cocktails, as Mrs. Roper Romp brings the wild 70s fun to Resorts Casino Hotel. Don your best Mrs. Roper costume (and red curly haired wig!) and win fun prizes as you play party games and dance to Yacht rock inspired by the iconic hit show Three's Company. From the 70s to the 80s and early 90s, get ready to celebrate your favorite Golden Girls.
12) This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from July 15-21, 2025 - Here is a look at shows taking place from July 15-21, 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.
13) Charlie Sheen to Talk About "The Book of Sheen" at NJPAC - (NEWARK, NJ) -- Actor Charlie Sheen will share his story, his way at New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 8:00pm. During a moderated conversation, Charlie will discuss his new memoir, The Book of Sheen, which will be released on Tuesday, September 9th where all books are sold.
14) "Jimmy Buffet's Escape to Margaritaville" Enters Final Weekend at Centenary Stage Company - (HACKETTSTOWN, NJ) -- Centenary Stage Company's production of Jimmy Buffett's Escape to Margaritaville enters its final weekend of performances in the Sitnik Theatre of the Lackland Performing Arts Center. The musical, which opened on July 10th, concludes its limited run with performances from Wednesday, July 16 through Sunday, July 20, 2025.
15) This Week in Theatre: Previews for Plays Taking Place July 15-21, 2025 - Here are previews of plays taking place from July 15-21, 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.
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