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theatre
Timeless Story of Bravery and Honor, "The Ballad of Mulan," Comes to MCCC's Kelsey Theatre 
(WEST WINDSOR, NJ) -- An original theatrical adaptation celebrating the courage, intelligence, and determination of one of China's most beloved heroines comes to life when the Huaxia Chinese School at Plainsboro brings "The Ballad of Mulan" to the stage of Mercer County Community College's Kelsey Theatre, August 1-3, 2025.
music
Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites...7/24/25 
June 27 saw the return of Anthony "Big A" Sherrod to the Lauren K. Woods Theatre of Monmouth University for a sold out performance sponsored by the partnership of the Jersey Shore Jazz & Blues Foundation, Visit Clarksdale and the Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music This was the second time that "Big A" has made the trip up from Clarksdale, Mississippi to entertain a packed house of Delta Blues loving denizens and as is the norm; he and his AllStars Band did not disappoint.
Concert Video of Mehldau-McBride-Gilmore Trio From The Gilmore Available Online 
Dr. Pierre van der Westhuizen, Executive and Artistic Director of The Gilmore, recently released the video of a concert by three Grammy®-winning jazz artists: acclaimed pianist Brad Mehldau, bassist extraordinaire Christian McBride, and increasingly renowned drummer Marcus Gilmore. Performed before a sold-out audience at The Gilmore in Kalamazoo, Michigan, on April 13, 2025, the powerhouse trio shared the stage for an 80-minute set stocked with Mehldau originals and cover tunes.
Albany Records releases "Threads of Eternity" - Orchestral Visions by Lili Boulanger & Unsuk Chin featuring the Rutgers Symphony Orchestra 
Threads of Eternity unites the powerful voices of composers Lili Boulanger and Unsuk Chin, brought to life by the Rutgers Symphony Orchestra. The album is available from Albany Records starting July 25, 2025.
Maestro Jason Tramm and the MidAtlantic Philharmonic present A Salute to the Silver Screen 
(OCEAN GROVE, NJ) -- Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association presents A Salute to the Silver Screen on Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 7:00pm in the Great Auditorium. Join Maestro Jason Tramm and the MidAtlantic Philharmonic for a spectacular concert celebrating iconic film scores—from the epic drama of Ben Hur to the magic of Star Wars—all in the breathtaking acoustics of the Great Auditorium.
Bees Deluxe to Headline Lizzie Rose Music Room; Renee Maskin to Open 
(TUCKERTON, NJ) -- The British/Boston blues sensation, Bees Deluxe returns to The Lizzie Rose Music Room on Friday, August 15, 2025. Back by popular demand, the band has played at Lizzie Rose with the legendary Mike Zito and Joanne Connor. Now, they headline the evening with Asbury Park singer songwriter Renee Maskin opening.
comedy
Centenary Stage Company's Summerfest 2025 presents Paula Poundstone 
(HACKETTSTOWN, NJ) -- Centenary Stage Company closes out Summerfest 2025 by welcoming back, comedian Paula Poundstone to the Sitnik Stage for one night only on Saturday, August 23 at 8:00pm. Known for her smart, observational humor and frequent appearances on NPR's Wait Wait... Don’t Tell Me!, Paula Poundstone returns to Centenary Stage Company following her sold out performance in September of 2018.
film
Montclair Film announces Tricia Haggerty Wenz as New Executive Director 
(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Montclair Film, New Jersey's leading film non-profit, announced that Tricia Haggerty Wenz will join the organization as Executive Director. A vibrant and experienced leader with decades of non-profit arts and film experience, Haggerty Wenz will begin in her new role with Montclair Film on September 2, 2025.
New Release Review - "I Know What You Did Last Summer" 
I Know What You Did Last Summer is the latest belated horror sequel to annoyingly adopt its predecessor's title. You might argue that with the titles I Still Know What You Did Last Summer and I'll Always Know What You Did Last Summer having already been taken by sequels, this fourth instalment had run out of options. But it's still bloody annoying. You tell someone your favourite movie is Halloween, and they're like "Really? That bad slasher movie from 2018?" or worse, "I presume you mean the 2007 original?". I guess the studio suits worry that younger viewers won't have seen the original movies, but if this is the case why bring back the original characters? If you aren't aware that this IKWYDLS is the third sequel to a movie from 1997 you'll be pretty confused when Jennifer Love Hewitt and Freddie Prinze Jr show up.
dance
The Rockettes to Celebrate 100th Anniversary with 2025 Christmas Spectacular 
(NEW YORK, NY) -- In celebration of "Christmas in July," Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (NYSE: MSGE) ("MSG Entertainment") announced that America's most beloved holiday show, the Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes®, will return to the Great Stage at Radio City Music Hall® from November 6, 2025 through January 4, 2026.
art
Artist Sydnei SmithJordan to Unveil Commemorative Beer Can Honoring Baseball Legend Larry Doby for Montclair Brewery 
(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Artist and cultural storyteller Sydnei SmithJordan is heading to Montclair for the unveiling of her latest work: a bold tribute to baseball legend Larry Doby. Her artwork appears on the can of Montclair Brewery's limited edition Doby Major Leagues Caramel Pale Ale, honoring the longtime Montclair resident and second Black player to break Major League Baseball's color barrier.
community
New Brunswick Heart Festival to Take Place August 9th 
(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey, New Brunswick Cultural Center, and New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC), and the Arts Institute of Middlesex County present the 6th Annual New Brunswick Heart Festival on Saturday, August 9, 2025 from 2:00pm-6:00pm; hosted by New Jersey Radio Hall of Famer Bert Baron and Founder of TSO Productions, Sharon Gordon.
The Art of Social Justice - Summer Studio for Educators takes Place August 12-14 
(RED BANK, NJ) -- The Summer Studio is an extension of the Art of Social Justice professional development program - meant to inspire teachers over the course of three days - from August 12-14, 2025, to reimagine the history in their backyard, explore Greek Mythology, and to indulge in creative expression.
A New Production of Disney On Ice Brings an All-Star Cast of Over 50 Beloved Characters from Frozen, Encanto, Zootopia, Toy Story and more to Atlantic City 
(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- Get ready for a magical adventure as Disney On Ice unveils its newest show in Atlantic City in November. The adventure begins with the tap on the Magical Mouse Pad, ushering you and your family on an unforgettable journey through Disney stories featuring over 50 of your favorite characters. Disney On Ice will skate into Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall from November 7-9, 2025.
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