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theatre
Playhouse 22 presents "Eleemosynary" by Lee Blessing 
(EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- Playhouse 22 presents Eleemosynary, a play by Lee Blessing, across two weekends from January 6-14, 2024. The play probes into the delicate relationship of three singular women: a strong-willed eccentric grandmother; her brilliant daughter, who has fled the stifling domination of her mother; and her granddaughter – a child of exceptional intellect.
music
State Theatre New Jersey Presents Audra McDonald in Concert 
(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents Tony®, Grammy®, and Emmy® Award-winning artist, Audra McDonald in Concert on Sunday, January 21, 2024 at 7:30pm. McDonald is joined by music director and pianist, Andy Einhorn. Tickets range from $49-$99.
New Jersey Symphony Presents Concert Weekend Examining "The American Dream" 
(NEWARK, NJ) -- The New Jersey Symphony will present a concert program called "The American Dream," focused on the many facets that make up the long-held idea of the American Dream, the stories of those who have immigrated to America, and the differences found in the American experience through different cultures.
Light Opera of New Jersey presents "The Barber of Seville" 
(RAHWAY, NJ) —- Light Opera of New Jersey (LONJ) presents performances of Rossini's comedic masterpiece, The Barber of Seville February 17-18, 2024. This beloved opera tells the story of Count Almaviva and his attempts to win the heart of the beautiful Rosina, with the help of the cunning Figaro, the barber of Seville.
The Newton Theatre presents Foreigners Journey 
(NEWTON, NJ) -- Foreigners Journey featuring American Idol finalist, Rudy Cardenas on lead vocals, will perform at The Newton Theatre on Friday, March 29, 2024 at 8:00pm. It's the music and energy of two legendary stadium rock bands comes together in one electrifying show!
RVCC to Present Concert Featuring Pianist Abraham Alinea 
(BRANCHBURG, NJ) -- Raritan Valley Community College's Arts & Design Department will present a concert featuring pianist Abraham Alinea, January 21, 2024 at 2:00pm. The event, part of the MOZAIKA Concert Series' current season, will be held in the Welpe Theatre at the College's Branchburg campus.
Outpost in the Burbs Presents "Growin' Up: An Evening of Two One-Act Musical Memoirs with Matt Butler and Mike Montali" 
(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Outpost in the Burbs presents "Growing Up: An Evening of Two One-Act Musical Memoirs with Matt Butler and Mike Montali," on Friday, February 23, 2024 at 8:00pm. This special event will take place at the First Congregational Church (40 South Fullerton Avenue) in Montclair.
film
Jewish Heritage Museum of Monmouth County presents Annual Winter Jewish Film Festival 
(FREEHOLD, NJ) -- The Jewish Heritage Museum of Monmouth County presents its Annual Winter Jewish Film Festival. Admission for the film is $10 or buy all five films for $40. For those interested in viewing the film at their own pace, can sign up to receive a Vimeo link to view the movie within a 72-hour window.
Lighthouse International Film Society presents a Screening of "Savage Waters" 
(SURF CITY, NJ) -- Lighthouse International Film Society presents a screening of Savage Waters on Friday, January 12, 2024 at at the Surf City Firehouse (719 Long Beach Blvd). A tantalizing passage in a 19th-century treasure hunter's journal inspires a family of modern-day adventurers to find and surf a spectacular wave in some of the most remote and dangerous waters of the Atlantic Ocean. This award-winning documentary features breathtaking cinematography, and an outstanding original soundtrack. The screening begins at 7:30pm.
dance
Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company presents Red Firecrackers at Grunin Center 
(TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- The Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company will present Red Firecrackers, the story of Nian and the origin Chinese Lunar New Year customs on Sunday, January 21, 2024 at The Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts in Toms River. Showtime is 1:00pm.
art
Fiona Clark to be First Artist In Residence at West Windsor Arts 
(PRINCETON JUNCTION, NJ) -- West Windsor Arts is welcoming visual artist Fiona Clark as its first-ever Artist in Residence from January through April 2024. Fiona is known for her use of bright, bold, colorful abstracts that spark joy either through ceramics, paintings or public art. She will be spending time on select days in the studio space at the arts center, working on projects and sharing her knowledge and expertise with students and artists.
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