originally published: 07/23/2024
(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents OUR HOUSE: The Music of Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young on Friday, August 16, 2024 at 8:00pm. OUR HOUSE has assembled an extraordinary ensemble of FAMILY & FRIENDS to perform the CSNY repertoire. Tickets range from $29-$59.
What sets this apart is the stellar, historic lineup, featuring James Raymond (son of David Crosby), Chris Stills (son of Stephen Stills), Steve Postell (guitarist & musical director with David Crosby and The Immediate Family), Jeff Pevar (lead guitarist with David Crosby, Graham Nash, CSN, Phil Lesh), Steve DiStanislao (drums with David Crosby, David Gilmour), Michelle Wills (keyboardist with David Crosby), and Elijah Thomson (bass with Father John Misty).
This collaboration brings together a musical lineage that resonates with the very heart of Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young's legacy. The combined talents of these remarkable artists promise an authentic and soulful rendition of the iconic tunes that have transcended generations, standing the test of time.
OUR HOUSE is not merely a concert but a testament to the enduring impact of the CSNY sound. Audiences can anticipate an immersive journey through classic hits such as “Wooden Ships,” “Helpless,” and “Carry On.”
Tickets are available for purchase online or by calling State Theatre Guest Services at 732-246-SHOW (7469). State Theatre Guest Services, located at 15 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick NJ, is open by phone and email only, Tuesday through Friday from 11:00am to 5:00pm. For in-person purchases, Guest Services is open Tuesday through Friday from 12:00pm to 4:30pm. Additional ticket and transaction fees may apply.
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After major renovations, State Theatre New Jersey celebrated its 100th Anniversary in December 2021 in a fully renovated theater. Originally built as a silent film and vaudeville palace, State Theatre’s historic significance was honored by PBS by featuring it in its documentary series, Treasures of New Jersey, in the fall of 2018. “Treasures of New Jersey: State Theatre New Jersey” can be streamed online.
Today, State Theatre is the largest performing arts center in Central New Jersey and has welcomed more than six million people through its doors since reopening as a nonprofit performing arts center in 1988. State Theatre New Jersey is a cornerstone of the cultural vitality of Middlesex County and averages a total economic impact on New Brunswick and the surrounding area of more than $18 million a year. The mainstage programs have featured high-caliber artists such as Diana Ross, Tom Jones, Kevin Hart, Ringo Starr, Melissa Etheridge, John Leguizamo, Harry Connick, Jr., Diana Krall, and Crosby, Stills & Nash. Program offerings include Broadway, orchestra, family, dance, comedy, rock/pop, jazz, Performances for Schools, and Sensory-Friendly Performances.
State Theatre New Jersey’s programs are made possible by funds from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts. Grant funding has been provided by the Middlesex County Board of County Commissioners through a grant award from the Middlesex County Cultural and Arts Trust Fund. For information on events, go to MiddlesexCountyCulture.com.
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