Here is the morning update from New Jersey's arts newswire. We regularly publish between 8-15 new articles and news reports each day. Nobody covers the Arts throughout the Garden State like New Jersey Stage!
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theatre
PHOTOS from "Ragtime, the Musical" at Phoenix Productions 
(RED BANK, NJ) -- Phoenix Productions presented Ragtime, the Musical at the Count Basie Center for the Arts from March 1-3, 2024. Based on the novel by E.L. Doctorow, this musical tapestry follows the journeys of an African-American family, a Jewish immigrant family, and a wealthy white suburban family in turn-of-the-last-century America, who collide in pursuit of their American Dream. Photographer John Posada was on hand to take photos.
music
TCNJ's Center for the Arts presents Las Cafeteras 
(EWING, NJ) -- The College of New Jersey's Center for the Arts presents Las Cafeteras on Wednesday, March 6 at 8:00pm in the Kendall Main Stage Theater. The LA Times describes Las Cafeteras as "uniquely Angeleno mishmash of punk, hip-hop, beat music, cumbia and rock... live, they/re magnetic."
The Princeton Folk Music Society presents Ruth Wyand 
(PRINCETON, NJ) -- The Princeton Folk Music Society presents multi-faceted singer and guitarist Ruth Wyand at Christ Congregation Church on Friday, March 15, 2024 at 8:00pm. Being diversified is Ruth Wyand's specialty. Demonstrating guitar virtuosity with powerful fingerpicking, bottleneck slide and a warm alto voice Ruth plays a mix of Americana, jazz, blues, folk, and country, with a portion of Piedmont picking and bluegrass clawhammer thrown in.
Skyline Theatre Company presents Reflections: Ireland In Song and Story 
(BLOOMFIELD, NJ) -- Skyline Theatre Company, a 21-year-old professional theatre company now calling Essex County its home, presents a special tribute to Ireland for one performance only on Saturday, March 16 at 2:00pm featuring renowned Irish Tenor and New Jersey’s own Timothy Liam Smith in an intimate live performance of Reflections: Ireland In Song and Story.
New Jersey Symphony Announces its 2024-25 Season 
(NEWARK, NJ) -- The New Jersey Symphony's 2024–25 season was announced on March 1st by the Symphony and Music Director Xian Zhang. With a lineup spanning classical, holiday, family and movie concerts, there is truly something for everyone. Enjoy the season-opening Gala & Concert with superstar Renée Fleming, bring the whole family to see The Muppet Christmas Carol in Concert, relive great classics including Ludwig van Beethoven's Symphony No. 9, "Choral," and Gustav Holst's The Planets with stunning HD images from NASA, introduce family and friends to classical music with Discover Mozart & Bach, and so much more.
Music in the Somerset Hills presents a concert at the Community of St. John Baptist 
(MENDHAM, NJ) -- Music in the Somerset Hills will present an intimate concert featuring Giovanni Battista Pergolesi's Stabat Mater on Saturday, March 9, 2024 at 7:00pm. The performance, starring NYC-based early music ensemble TENET Vocal Artists, will take place in the French Eclectic-style chapel at the Community of St. John Baptist in Mendham.
Bethany Jazz Vespers: Camille Thurman: "I'm a Huge Dexter Gordon and Sarah Vaughan Fanatic" 
Camille Thurman stands out as a luminary in the world of jazz, possessing a rare combination of talents that place her among the elite in the industry. Not only does she command attention as a gifted jazz vocalist, but her skills as a saxophonist rival those of the great masters of the genre, showcasing a deep respect for tradition, coupled with authenticity. Her proficiency extends beyond vocals and saxophone, including the bass clarinet, flute, and piccolo, demonstrating remarkable dexterity.
Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Still a Fool" by Blaise 
Asbury Park artist Blaise's "Still a Fool" from his fourth full-length album, "Sealed with Best Wishes," and featured on the recent charity compilation, "Winter Rental," is the Makin Waves Song of the Week.
comedy
Ocean Casino Resort presents Pete Davidson 
(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- Ocean Casino Resort presents stand-up comedian, actor, writer and producer, Pete Davidson, at Ovation Hall on Saturday, July 20, 2024. Showtime is 8:00pm.
art
Bring the Family to an Environmental Arts Workshop: Art Class and Community Conversation / Clase de Arte y Conversacíon Comunitaria 
(HACKENSACK, NJ) -- The Northern New Jersey Community Foundation (NNJCF) invites the community to attend an environmental arts themed workshop, Art Class and Community Conversation/ Clase de Arte y Conversacíon Comunitaria, on Saturday, March 23, 2024 from 2:30pm to 4:00pm. Bring the family to participate in an inspiring arts workshop focused on flood mitigation and environmental projects. The arts workshop takes place at El Rinconcito Musical located at 340 Main Street in Hackensack and is open to the public. Admission is free, with donations greatly appreciated.
Princeton University Art Museum Acquires the Archive of Celebrated Photographer Emmet Gowin 
(PRINCETON, NJ) -- On March 1, 2024, the Princeton University Art Museum announced that the world renowned photographer, fine artist, and Princeton University Professor Emeritus Emmet Gowin has committed his archive to the Museum. The Emmet Gowin Archive is the latest addition to the Museum's holdings of artist archives, already notably strong in the area of photography. Gowin's archive joins those of the notable photographers Clarence H. White, Ruth Bernhard, and Minor White.
poetry
Hoboken Historical Museum presents Memory Gardens – A Celebration of Allen Ginsberg on Sunday 
(HOBOKEN, NJ) -- The Hoboken Historical Museum and Poet-in-Residence Danny Shot will host Memory Gardens – A Celebration of Allen Ginsberg on Sunday, March 3 at the Hoboken Historical Museum. The event is free and will also be livestreamed on the Hoboken Historical Museum's YouTube channel and Facebook page. The event begins at 4:00pm.
food
Celebrate Jersey Mike's 14th Annual Month of Giving in March 
(MANASQUAN, NJ) -- /PRNewswire/ -- Hoping to raise a record-breaking amount for charity this March, Jersey Mike's Subs, known for its authentic fresh sliced/fresh grilled subs, asks customers to eat a sub and help a local cause. To celebrate the company's 14th Annual Month of Giving fundraising campaign, Jersey Mike's locations across the country are joining forces with more than 200 local charities.
community
Newark Arts Announces 2024 ArtStart Grants Are Open For Submissions 
(NEWARK, NJ) -- The 2024 ArtStart Grant Program is officially underway, and Newark Arts is inviting cultural organizations, schools and artists to submit proposals. The grant affords each recipient an opportunity to receive up to $3,000 in funding to support art-led, community conscious ideas that will enhance the cultural vibrancy of Newark's neighborhoods. ArtStart was launched in 2001 with the mission to support arts and cultural activities throughout the city of Newark with a spotlight on youth and underserved populations. Since its inception, ArtStart has awarded over half a million dollars to over 500 grant recipients.
Top 15 Most Read Stories At New Jersey Stage From February 25 to March 2, 2024 
Here's a look at the top 15 most read articles published at New Jersey Stage from February 25 to March 2, 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, Mercer, Monmouth, and Morris).
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