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theatre
Shakespeare '70 to present "All My Sons" at Kelsey Theatre 
(WEST WINDSOR, NJ) -- Shakespeare '70 presents Arthur Miller's powerful tale of morality, guilt, responsibility, and irrevocable loss of innocence during World War II, All My Sons, at the Kelsey Theatre on Mercer County Community College's (MCCC) West Windsor Campus, January 26 to February 4, 2024.
WHATCo presents Agatha Christie's "And Then There Were None" 
(HARRISON, NJ) -- West Hudson Arts & Theater Co (WHATCo) presents Agatha Christie's And Then There Were None with six performances across two weekends (February 16-18 and February 23-25) at The Theater at WHATCo (15 Frank E. Rodgers Blvd. South) in Harrison. This play tells the story of 10 strangers who are summoned to a remote island and accused of misdeeds. When the weather cuts them off from the mainland one by one, the guests are killed in accordance with a sinister nursery rhyme. They must find the killer if they hope to survive.
music
The Vogel presents Boney James 
(RED BANK, NJ) -- The Vogel presents jazz/R&B sax player Boney James on Thursday, March 14, 2024 at 8:00pm. Tickets range from $99.50 - $129.50.
bergenPAC presents Todd Rundgren: ME/WE 
(ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) presents Todd Rundgren: ME/WE on Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 7:00pm. Tickets range from $39-$129. As a songwriter, video pioneer, producer, recording artist, computer software developer, conceptualist, and interactive artist (re-designated TR-i), Rundgren has made a lasting impact on both the form and content of popular music.
State Theatre New Jersey presents Jerry Rivera 
(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents Grammy®-nominated, multi-platinum salsa singer Jerry Rivera live in concert on Friday, February 16, 2024 at 8:00pm. DJ Ralphie Mercado opens the show at 7:30pm. Show tickets range from $39-$99.
Centenary Stage Company presents ROSAWAY 
(HACKETTSTOWN, NJ) -- Centenary Stage Company's Winter Thaw Festival of concerts continues with a performance by ROSAWAY on Saturday, January 27, 2024 at 8:00pm. The concert will take place at CSC's Sitnik Theatre of the Lackland Performing Arts Center. Vocal, flute, drums, & machines - that's ROSAWAY: A Pop-Jazz band hailing from Paris.
Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Outside" by Kanak 
With a new video, "Outside," the first single from Kanak's forthcoming Ed Stasium-produced EP, is the Makin Waves Song of the Week
Makin Waves Album of the Month: "Raspberry Park" by The Weeklings 
The Weeklings vibrant new concept album, "Raspberry Park" on JEM Records, would be cause for celebration alone, but there's even more to celebrate because their album release party coincides with the Light of Day Festival's annual Asbury Angels Induction Ceremony. Joining in the joint festivities on Jan. 19 at The Stone Pony will be Dramarama, Joe P., Joe Grushecky & the Houserockers, Joe D'Urso & Stone Caravan, Ten Ton Mojo, Midnight Callers, Evan Rotella, Ben Arnold, Bob Polding & Gary Oleyar, Jon Caspi and Mike Rocket.
comedy
Standup In The Suburbs to Launch January 31st 
(TEANECK, NJ) -- J-Sketch, in association with Black Box Studios, presents the first installment of Standup In The Suburbs featuring six NJ- and NY-based comedians on Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at 8:00pm at Debonair Music Hall. The lineup includes Liz Glazer, Mikey Greenblatt, Ami Kozak, Eli Lebowicz, Ashley Austin Morris, and Dovi Neuburger.
film
Triumphant tale Jailhouse to Milhouse screens at the Spring 2024 New Jersey Film Festival 
Jailhouse to Milhouse follows the heartbreaking and triumphant tale of Pamela Hayden as she recounts her journey from being trapped in a juvenile detention center as a child to her eventually escaping that abusive life and finding success in voicing the character Milhouse in The Simpsons. The documentary strikes the perfect balance of being fun and silly but also mature and somber when it needs to be, which it achieves without having tonal whiplash because the transitions between these moments are so smooth. In a way, its use of mixing comedy and seriousness is reflective of how The Simpsons handles its messaging. Hayden herself is a very skilled public speaker and she knows how to utilize an audience’s engagement to convey a gripping tale.
Stunning Animation Electra screens at the Spring 2024 New Jersey Film Festival on Saturday, January 27 
A brave exploration of psychoanalysis and the medium of film, Electra is a textual kaleidoscope investigating adolescent memories' impact on adult lives through stimulating techniques such as animation.
Leslie-Ann Coles's The Curtain screens at the Spring 2024 New Jersey Film Festival on Saturday, January 27! 
The Curtain, an excellent short film, will be screening at the Spring 2024 New Jersey Film Festival on Saturday, January 27. Director Leslie-Ann Coles responded to my questions about her short film The Curtain via email. Here is my interview with her:
7 Productions Filmed in New Jersey to Appear at Sundance Film Festival 
(NEWARK, NJ) -- The New Jersey Motion Picture and Television Commission (NJMPTVC), which is part of the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA), announced that seven productions filmed in New Jersey will appear at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival. The festival's 40th anniversary event will feature I Saw the TV Glow, Your Monster, Rob Peace, Ponyboi, Presence, Exhibiting Forgiveness, and A Different Man. Filming took place in locations across the state including in Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Monmouth, Morris, Passaic, and Union Counties.
New Jersey Film Festival Spring 2024 Electra Video Q+A with Director Daria Kashcheeva 
Here is the New Jersey Film Festival Spring 2024 Electra Video Q+A with Director Daria Kashcheeva, Festival Juror Anita LaBelle and Festival Director Al Nigrin:
dance
Roxey Ballet Announces its Spring 2024 Season 
(FRENCHTOWN, NJ) -- An exciting Spring season of Roxey Ballet awaits as we look forward to the return of original programming and timeless classics choreographed and directed by Founder and Executive Director, Mark Roxey. The lineup offers a selection of performances for patrons of all ages. It includes events that provide a behind-the-scenes look into the inner workings of a professional ballet company and what it takes to create a quality production.
community
Top 15 Most Read Stories At New Jersey Stage From January 14-20, 2024 
Here's a look at the top 15 most read articles published at New Jersey Stage from January 14-20, 2024. Each week we publish about 70 articles, including several original columns and features, along with news releases for events happening throughout the state and nearby areas like Philadelphia and New York City. This week's top 15 includes articles from 5 counties in New Jersey (Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Mercer, and Monmouth).
Black Box Studios and Liberty Arts present January's Open Mic Night 
(TEANECK, NJ) -- Black Box Studios and Liberty Arts presents their monthly Open Mic Night for music, comedy, and more on Thursday, January 25, 2024 at Debonair Music Hall. Doors open at 7:00pm; showtime is 7:30pm. Tickets are $20 and available now at www.blackboxpac.com. A cash bar is open throughout.
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