(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- Internationally acclaimed Broadway and West End star Marisha Wallace, along with captivating showman and soul/pop performer Remember Jones, will perform at Monmouth Arts' annual 2025 Gala, POP! A Night at the Lanes on Thursday, October 23, 2025.
Fresh off her electrifying, critically acclaimed portrayal of Sally Bowles in Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club, Marisha Wallace continues to captivate audiences around the world. Her portrayal of Miss Adelaide in the smash-hit Guys and Dolls revival earned her an Olivier Award nomination for Best Actress in a Musical.
Wallace's illustrious stage career includes standout roles as Ado Annie in the groundbreaking Oklahoma! at the Young Vic (also Olivier-nominated), Motormouth Maybelle in Hairspray at the London Coliseum, and Becky in the original West End production of Waitress at the Adelphi Theatre. She made her dazzling West End debut as Effie White in Dreamgirls at the Savoy Theatre and brought holiday magic to life in the legendary Palladium Pantomime.
In 2025, Wallace headlined her largest solo concert to date at London's Adelphi Theatre, culminating in the release of her live album Marisha Wallace: Live in London, now available on all major platforms. Her recent appearance as a fan favorite on Celebrity Big Brother UK showcased her infectious charisma beyond the stage, solidifying her place as a beloved star of theatre, music, and television.
"We are delighted to welcome Marisha Wallace to this year's Monmouth Arts Gala," said Teresa Staub, Executive Director of Monmouth Arts. "Her powerhouse talent and radiant energy perfectly embody the spirit of this year's celebration—an unforgettable night of art, music, and community."
Named one of the Most Influential Figures in NJ Entertainment by Asbury Park Press/USA Today and featured in Rolling Stone (May 2024), Remember Jones is a soul/pop powerhouse, bandleader, and theatrical visionary. He has shared stages with legends including Bruce Springsteen, George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic, Ronnie Spector, Dionne Warwick, and Southside Johnny, and is a frequent collaborator in large-scale ensembles such as the acclaimed Everyone Orchestra.
Beyond his original music and theatrical roots, Remember Jones is renowned for ambitious live productions, recreating iconic albums and performances with large ensembles and orchestral arrangements. Signature shows include BACK TO BLACK (Amy Winehouse), Mad Dogs & Englishmen (Joe Cocker), YAS QUEEN! (Queen), and full-album tributes to 808s and Heartbreak, Grace, HAIR, Songs About Jane, and Bat Out of Hell LIVE featuring Max Weinberg. His original albums—Ladies and Gentlemen, Remember Jones!, Tranquilizer!, and HAHA, BITCH!—highlight his fearless creativity, with the latter two crowdfunded by his devoted fans. With unmatched showmanship and a fearless creative spirit, Remember Jones continues to redefine the boundaries of live performance.
"We are honored to feature Remember Jones, a 2020 Monmouth Arts honoree, at this year's Gala," said Teresa Staub, Executive Director of Monmouth Arts. "His extraordinary talent, boundless energy, and ongoing commitment to the arts make him an ideal performer for a night dedicated to creativity and community."
During the 2025 gala, Monmouth Arts will honor leaders in the arts and community, including Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Darlene Love, who will receive the Lifetime Achievement in Music Award, presented by Little Steven Van Zandt and Tim McLoone; Eileen Chapman, Director of the Bruce Springsteen Archives and live music curator; Val Emmich, singer-songwriter, actor, and author of Dear Evan Hansen: The Novel; Knowledge Bennett, internationally recognized contemporary visual artist; and Ansell Grimm & Aaron, PC, civic champions of the arts.
Guests can bid on exclusive live and silent auction items, with all proceeds supporting Monmouth Arts' mission to ignite creativity and ensure the arts remain accessible to everyone in the community.
The event takes place on Thursday, October 23, 2025.
* VIP Cocktail Reception: 5:30pm-6:30pm, The Asbury Hotel – Soundbooth, 210 5th Avenue, Asbury Park
* Dinner Celebration: 6:30pm-9:30pm, Asbury Lanes, 209 4th Avenue, Asbury Park
For tickets call 732-212-1890 ext. 100 or visit monmoutharts.org/popgala
Monmouth Arts is a leading, independent 501 (c) (3) arts advocacy organization that delivers essential programs and services to artists, member organizations, and arts affiliates, ensuring the arts thrive in and throughout Monmouth County. As Monmouth County's official county arts agency, its mission is to enrich the community by inspiring and fostering the arts. Monmouth Arts' programs are made possible in part through funding from the Monmouth County Board of Chosen Commissioners and the New Jersey State Council on the Arts.
