(JACKSON, NJ) -- Jackson Arts Ministry (JAM) presents their Fall 2025 productions, Anastasia, the Broadway Musical, and Frozen Jr., at the Jackson Memorial Fine Arts Auditorium from Friday, December 5th, through Sunday, December 7th.
Anastasia, performed by their High School actors, follows the journey of Anya (Anna Daly, Zoe Strader), a brave young woman with no memory of her past who may be the key to unlocking the mystery of the lost Romanov princess. Far away in Paris, the Dowager Empress (Paige-Marci Seaman, Maia Minty) refuses to relinquish hope that her granddaughter Anastasia may still be alive, offering a reward to anyone who can help her find the truth. When Anya meets the clever Dmitry (Max Borish, Brayden Morgan) and the charming Vlad (Carson Gipson, Judah Healy), the two see in her a chance to reunite the Dowager Empress with the heir she longs for. Their journey from St. Petersburg to Paris becomes a quest not only for recognition but for identity and belonging. Featuring the beloved score by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty, including “Journey to the Past,” “Once Upon a December,” and “My Petersburg”, Anastasia is a rich, emotional tale of family, memory, and finding one’s true home.
Frozen Jr., performed by their Middle School actors, brings to life the beloved story of sisters Anna and Elsa in the kingdom of Arendelle. Anna (Hazel Bertrand) is filled with optimism and determination as she sets out to save her sister Elsa (Jacinta Vreeland), whose icy powers have accidentally trapped their home in an endless winter. Along the way, Anna teams up with rugged ice harvester Kristoff (Nate Caruso), his loyal reindeer Sven (Evangeline Steiner), and the lovable snowman Olaf (Nadia Rose Konozenko) to restore warmth to the kingdom. Meanwhile, Prince Hans (Vincent Music) presents himself as a charming ally, though his true intentions may threaten everything Anna hopes to save. Featuring songs from the award-winning film, such as “Let It Go,” “Do You Want to Build a Snowman?,” and “For the First Time in Forever”, Frozen Jr. offers a magical, heartfelt experience for audiences of all ages.
These shows feature talented young actors from across New Jersey, ranging in age from 10-18. Both shows are directed by Denise Tiedemann, who has an extensive theater background, including Broadway. She is assisted by directors Kristen Heinzerling, Doug Morgan, and Liz Seaman. Anastasia is choreographed by Beth Jalinski. Frozen Jr is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). Anastasia is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals.
Tickets are $20 and available for purchase online. All performance details can be found on the ticketing website. Complimentary parking is available on site. Jackson Memorial Fine Arts Auditorium is located at 101 Don Connor Boulevard in Jackson, New Jersey.
Jackson Arts Ministry, known as JAM, is an inclusive, community-centered youth theater program based at Jackson Church. Each year, JAM produces two high school and two middle school productions, as well as Junior Jammers, an acting program for students in grades 2-4. Dedicated to keeping the arts accessible, JAM offers low-cost registration and provides scholarships for families needing financial assistance. The program is entirely volunteer-run, with all proceeds from registration, ticket sales, and concessions reinvested directly into the productions. Open to performers of all experience levels and abilities, JAM ensures that every student who auditions receives a role.
