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theatre
Master Craftsman of Stage and Screen: Randall Duk Kim Returns to the Sitnik Theatre for "Tartuffe" 
(HACKETTSTOWN, NJ) -- In the vast landscape of entertainment, there are few individuals whose careers resonate as deeply and diversely as that of Randall Duk Kim. An actor of unparalleled skill. A luminary of both theater and film, Kim's journey is not just a chronicle of success but a testament to the enduring power of talent, perseverance, and passion. A true master of his art, Kim continues his journey as he returns to the Sitnik stage, Februrary 16 through March 3, to share with audiences his lifelong dedication to the theatre in the Centenary Stage Company production of Moliere’s Tartuffe.
music
FuriousBall featuring Van Kapeghian to Release "Fixt" 
(MEDFORD LAKES, NJ) -- Van Kapeghian is one of New Jersey's premiere jack-of-all-trades artists. From playing post-rock surf jams in Camino Sound to serving up roots rock gems as a member of The Fondaleros, you never know what sounds he might be cooking up next. FuriousBall, his main gig, finds Kapeghian forging his own unique brand of psych-infused alternative rock, while flexing his impressive songwriting chops. His new album, Fixt, will be released on April 5, 2024.
The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Mike Zito 
(TUCKERTON, NJ) -- Gulf Coast Records multi-Blues Music Award-winner Mike Zito is set to release his new album, Life Is Hard, on February 23, with a tour to follow in March. The Life is Hard tour stops in Tuckerton, where the Mike Zito Band will be playing at Lizzie Rose Music Room on Tuesday, March 5 (with Regina Bonelli) and Wednesday, March 6 (with Bees Deluxe). Both shows begin at 7:30pm.
Danny Coleman's Rock On Radio Show to Celebrate 15th Anniversary at Salty's Beach Bar 
(LAKE COMO, NJ) -- Danny Coleman's Rock On Radio will celebrate 15 years of covering the music scene with a "15th Anniversary Celebration Bash" on April 28, 2024 at Salty's Beach Bar (1705 Main Street) in Lake Como, NJ from 1:00pm-6:00pm. The night will include performances by Radio Fiction, The Williamsboy, Dave Vargo, Jerry Monk, Helen O’Shea and Friends, Jump Back and more. Admission is free; there will be an available menu as well as a cash bar.
comedy
Garden of Laughs Returns March 27th with All-Star Lineup 
(NEW YORK, NY) -- Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (NYSE: MSGE) ("MSG Entertainment") and the Garden of Dreams Foundation announced the return of Garden of Laughs to The Theater at Madison Square Garden on March 27, 2024 at 8:00pm. This year's show, hosted by Steve Schirripa, will include sets by the biggest names in comedy: Bill Burr, Michael Che, Chris Distefano, Jim Gaffigan, Heather McMahan, Sam Morril and Jon Stewart. Garden of Laughs is an all-star comedy benefit that has raised more than $6 million for the Foundation.
film
2024 United States Super 8 Film +DV Festival Filmmaker Video Q+A 
Here is the 2024 United States Super 8 Film +DV Festival Filmmaker Video Q+A with Elevator to Stardom Director Danny Plotnick, you thRill me Director Phil Docken, Lager Hogger Director David Thomas Dibble, Shitfaced Director Jack E.K. Collier, Errors and Trials Director Brook Pruitt and Festival Director Al Nigrin.
dance
Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company and Leonia Senior Center Are Bringing Music and Movement to Seniors 
(LEONIA, NJ) -- The Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company, which has worked with the Leonia Senior Center since 2022, has announced two new eight-week seniors' residencies, in both music and creative dance, thanks to a $10,000 grant from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts Creative Aging Initiative.
art
New Noyes Galleries Exhibit in Hammonton Focuses on Planet's Ecological Future 
(HAMMONTON, NJ) -- Four artists concerned about the ecological future of the country and the planet have pooled their artwork together for a new exhibit at the Noyes Galleries at Stockton University's Kramer Hall. The group exhibit, titled "Our House is on Fire," features the work of Princeton's Judy Brodsky and three artists from Pennsylvania — Linda Dubin Garfield, of Bala Cynwyd; Pamela Tudor, of Philadelphia; and Elsa Wachs, of Wynnewood. The free exhibit will run from February 14 to May 17.
Princeton University Art Museum Appoints Shara Pollie as Senior Associate Director for Museum Development 
(PRINCETON, NJ) -- Shara Pollie has been named senior associate director for Museum development at the Princeton University Art Museum. With more than twenty years of non-profit leadership, Pollie joins the Museum from the Free Library of Philadelphia Foundation, where she served first as senior director of development and then as executive vice president. She began her new position at Princeton on February 12, 2024.
ProArts presents "Return to the Mothership" 
(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Pro Arts Jersey City presents "Return to the Mothership" from March 1–24, 2024 in the ART150 Gallery. The group exhibition was curated by Tris McCall. Participating artists include: Paul Caranicas, Sandra DeSando, Maggie Ens, Ed Fausty, Elaine Hansen, Shandor Hassan, Kay Kenny, Landes Sullivan, Andrzej Jerzy Lech, Elizabeth Onorato, Albert Pedulla, James Pusterino, Bill Rybak, Jill Scipione, Julie Terestman, Loura van der Meule, and Norm Francoeur.
food
Valentine's Day Special Rate for Washington Crossing Brewfest Tickets 
(WASHINGTON CROSSING, PA) -- The first, and best, beer festival of the season in Bucks County, PA is back at Washington Crossing Historic Park for its 13th year! Washington Crossing Brewfest will take place on Saturday, May 4, 2024 from 12:30pm to 4:30pm in the upper part of the park at 1638 River Road in New Hope, PA. Early Bird Tickets are on sale now until 11:59pm on February 14 at a discounted price of $45. After that, General Admission Tickets are $55 until sold out.
community
Historian Greg Caggiano to present "The Titanic: A Special Anniversary Presentation" at Ocean County Library 
(TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- One of the most tragic civilian seagoing catastrophes of the 20th Century will be discussed in detail during historian Greg Caggiano's exciting program "The Titanic: A Special Anniversary Presentation," at two Ocean County Library branches (Brick and Toms River) in April.
Sieminski Theater presents The Great DuBois 
(BASKING RIDGE, NJ) -- Step right up, The Great DuBois are coming, and they are ready to dazzle you with their unparalleled talent and boundless creativity! The two-person circus act, that captivated audiences in the film The Greatest Showman, is coming to The Sieminski Theater for two spellbinding performances on Saturday, March 23rd at 7:30pm & Sunday, March 24th, at 2:30pm.
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