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theatre
Community Access Unlimited presents "The SpongeBob Musical" - This Weekend Only! 
(ELIZABETH, NJ) -- Community Access Unlimited (CAU) is thrilled to announce its latest production by the CAU Community Players: The SpongeBob Musical! This exciting show will take place this weekend only at Frank J. Cicarell Academy with three performances from Friday, July 19 through Sunday, July 21, 2024.
music
Talking with Bill Medley of The Righteous Brothers: A Lovin' Farewell 
The term the blue-eyed soul was coined by Philadelphia radio DJ Georgie Woods in 1964 to describe The Righteous Brothers. While in the recording studio for the first time in 1963, the duo of baritone Bill Medley and the late tenor Bobby Hatfield took the name bestowed upon them at John's Black Derby nightclub in Santa Ana, CA, by black Marines stationed at the nearby El Toro base.
Seaside Heights presents Melvin Seals & JGB, Tom Hamilton, and Waiting On Mongo 
(SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ) -- Melvin Seals & JGB, Tom Hamilton and Waiting On Mongo will perform on the Seaside Heights Beach Stage Saturday, August 10, 2024. Doors are at 6:00pm, showtime is 7:00pm.
New Jersey Symphony announces Colton Orchestral Fellows for 2024–25 season: Angelique Montes & Thierry de Lucas Neves 
(NEWARK, NJ) -- The New Jersey Symphony announced that Angelique Montes and Thierry de Lucas Neves will become the Symphony's Colton Orchestral Fellows for the 2024–25 season.
comedy
The Newton Theatre presents Big Apple Comedy Club 57 
(NEWTON, NJ) -- The Newton Theatre presents Big Apple Comedy Club 57 on Friday, September 27, 2024 at 8:00pm. The lineup includes Myq Kaplan, Joey Kola, Bonnie McFarlane, and Mick Thomas.
film
UCPAC Film Fest 2024 to Take Place August 24th 
(RAHWAY, NJ) -- Union County Performing Arts Center presents UCPAC Film Fest 2024 on Saturday, August 24, 2024. This exciting one-day event will showcase short films crafted by aspiring and independent filmmakers ages 14 and above, along with engaging panel discussions and more! The event begins at 11:00am.
New Release Review - "Twisters" 
Almost 30 years after Twister swept into cinemas, Hollywood's allergy to anything resembling an original idea gives us a belated sequel that, as has proven the case with so many of these endeavours, plays more like a remake than a continuation. While recent revivals like Halloween, Top Gun and Beverly Hills Cop have been built around returning protagonists, Helen Hunt is curiously absent here, probably because only the horror genre allows actresses over a certain age to headline franchise instalments.
art
Monmouth County's 250 Committee Announces an Art Competition to Highlight Its Role in History 
(MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ) -- The Monmouth NJ 250 Committee has announced an art competition for professional and non-professional artists, to highlight Monmouth County's role in the American Revolution and to showcase the talent and creativity of Monmouth County residents. The deadline for submissions is Friday, April 3, 2026 at 3:00pm.
poetry
Washington Park Association of Hudson County Announces Inaugural Poet In Residence Yetvart S. Majian, and Hosts First Major Poetry Event 
(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Washington Park Association of Hudson County (WPA) is proud to announce their inaugural Poet in Residence, Yetvart S. Majian. The residency program is part of WPA's Art in The Park series, which includes the Annual Pavement Art Festival, live theater and music performance, and interactive community art—all of which are free to the public.
Joan Baez to Present Her Poetry at NJPAC 
(NEWARK, NJ) -- Don't miss the opportunity to witness a remarkable event as singer, songwriter, and activist Joan Baez takes on a new role as a published poet at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC). The event takes place on Saturday, October 19, 2024, at 8:00pm.
community
Mercer County Park Hosted "Trenton Talks Basketball Tournament" Drawing Over 250 Residents 
(TRENTON, NJ) -- Mercer County Park hosted the first Trenton Talks Basketball Tournament, with a portion of all proceeds going to benefit Trenton's A Better Way foundation, on July 7, 2024. The tournament brought out over 250 residents from Trenton and surrounding communities. 12 basketball teams competed for top honors. There was also a double-dutch jump rope contest, judged by Skil-Lit Café Owners Robert Wilborn and Dionna Maldonado.
More Than Bootstraps Awarded $20,000 Grant from Focus for Health Foundation 
(PASSAIC, NJ) -- More Than Bootstraps (MTB), a New Jersey non-profit organization, has received a $20,000 grant from the Focus for Health Foundation to support its college access and success work in Passaic, New Jersey.
Bally's Atlantic City and Sysco Donated Hot Dogs to the Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City on National Hot Dog Day in Celebration of Bally's Milestone Anniversary 
(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- On July 17, 2024, Bally's Atlantic City continued their 45th Anniversary celebration with a heartwarming gesture that reflected its commitment to the community. In collaboration with Sysco, they donated hundreds of hot dogs and rolls to the Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City for National Hot Dog Day.
Registration is Open until August 9 for Le Dîner en Blanc - Jersey City 
(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- The magical, Parisian-inspired community event, Le Diner en Blanc - Jersey City, is now open for registration until August 9 at 11:59pm for the event on Friday, August 16, 2024. This 3rd edition of Dîner en Blanc - Jersey City promises an exciting lineup of entertainment, including circus performers, live music, and a dance party with DJ Twin-T!
Monmouth Arts To Honor Joe Grushecky, Michael "Porkchop" LaVallee, Tim and Beth McLoone, and Joe Barris on September 27th 
(RED BANK, NJ) -- Monmouth Arts will honor award-winning rocker and co-founder of Light of Day Foundation Joe Grushecky; multi-disciplinary artist Michael "Porkchop" LaVallee; restaurateurs and philanthropists Tim and Beth McLoone; and arts advocate Joe Barris at Monmouth Arts L'art du Cirque on Friday, September 27, 2024. The event takes place at The Johnny and June room in the Berkeley Oceanfront Hotel and Tim McLoone's Supper Club in Asbury Park.
FEATURED EVENTS
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A Girl Can Touch The Sky – Online for 24 Hours Only!
Saturday, September 07, 2024 @ 12:00am
NJ Film Festival
71 Hamilton Street, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
category: film
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MD Keep the Faith Fundraiser
Saturday, September 07, 2024 @ 7:30pm
Grunin Center
1 College Drive, Toms River, NJ 08754
category: comedy
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Premiere Stages presents "Diversion"
Saturday, September 07, 2024 @ 8:00pm
Premiere Stages - Bauer Boucher Theatre Center
1000 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ 07083
category: theatre
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Premiere Stages presents "Diversion"
Saturday, September 07, 2024 @ 3:00pm
Premiere Stages - Bauer Boucher Theatre Center
1000 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ 07083
category: theatre
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Veronica Swift
Saturday, September 07, 2024 @ 7:30pm
The Vogel
99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank, NJ 07701
category: music
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Sugar Mountain - Celebrating the Genius of Neil Young
Saturday, September 07, 2024 @ 7:30pm
Lizzie Rose Music Room
217 E. Main Street, Tuckerton, NJ 08087
category: music
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Broadway Night: Set Rudetsky Live! with Sierra Boggess
Saturday, September 07, 2024 @ 8:00pm
Bell Theater
101 Crawfords Corner Road, Holmdel, NJ 07733
category: theatre
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Empire Records
Saturday, September 07, 2024 @ 7:30pm
McCarter Theatre Center (Berlind Theater)
91 University Place, Princeton, NJ 08540
category: theatre
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Americana Women
Saturday, September 07, 2024 @ 7:30pm
Avenel Performing Arts Center
150 Avenel Street, Avenel, NJ 07001
category: music
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EVENT PREVIEWS
Seth Rudetsky hosts Broadway Concert with Sierra Boggess at Bell Theater in Holmdel on Saturday
(HOLMDEL, NJ) -- SiriusXM radio host Seth Rudetsky is bringing Seth's Big Fat Broadway LIVE! concert series to Bell Theater in Holmdel on Saturday, September 7, 2024 at 8:00pm. Rudetsky's guest is Broadway's Sierra Boggess (The Little Mermaid, The Phantom of the Opera). This up-close and personal concert series is a mix of the greatest hits from the Boggess' Broadway career plus intimate, behind-the-scenes stories, coupled with Rudetsky's funny, insightful and revealing questions. The series continues in the fall with Adam Pascal, J. Harrison Ghee and Krysta Rodriguez.
ON-GOING EVENTS
Montclair Art Museum presents "Family, Community, Belonging: Works from the Collection"
(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- The Montclair Art Museum is thrilled to present its latest exhibition, Family, Community, Belonging: Works from the Collection. This unique collection-based exhibition delves into the ever-evolving notions of family and community, and explores themes of belonging, diversity, and inclusion through a diverse array of artworks. The exhibition opens on February 9, 2024, and will be on display at the museum until January 2026.
