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theatre
Playhouse 22 presents "Steel Magnolias" 
(EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- Playhouse 22 presents "Steel Magnolias" by Robert Harling, weekends from April 12-28, 2024. Better-known by the film with the same name, the play is a comedy-drama set in rural Louisiana about a group of gossipy women who are concerned about relationships with their families, loved ones, people in the community and most importantly themselves. The production is directed by directed by Ken Webb
music
Westminster Conservatory at Nassau to present music for flute, oboe and piano featuring Trio Brillante 
(PRINCETON, NJ) -- Westminster Conservatory at Nassau will present a recital featuring the ensemble Trio Brillante on Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 12:15pm. The recital will take place in the Niles Chapel of Nassau Presbyterian Church (61 Nassau Street) in Princeton. It is open to the public free of charge.
Axelrod PAC presents The Joni Project and Magical Mystery Doors 
(DEAL PARK, NJ) -- Axelrod Performing Arts Center has a pair of great shows coming up in April. In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the release of Joni Mitchell's 1974 album Court and Spark, The Joni Project will perform the album in its entirety, along with a selection of other Joni favorites, on Saturday, April 20 at 8:00pm. The following week, Magical Mystery Doors will perform classics from The Beatles, The Doors and Led Zeppelin on Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 8:00pm.
Missy Elliott, Busta Rhymes, Ciara, and Timbaland to Perform at Prudential Center 
(NEWARK, NJ) -- Missy Elliott's history-making debut headline tour, OUT OF THIS WORLD — The Missy Elliott Experience brings the pioneer of female Hip Hop/R&B to arenas across North America this summer with Hip Hop legend Busta Rhymes, Multi-Platinum selling superstar Ciara, and mega producer Timbaland. Locally, the tour comes to the Prudential Center in Newark on Friday, August 9, 2024.
Black Box Studios presents Israel Portnoy & Band at Debonair Music Hall 
(TEANECK, NJ) -- Black Box Studios presents Israel Portnoy & Band on Thursday, April 18, 2024 at Debonair Music Hall. Doors open at 7:00pm; showtime is 8:00pm. Hailing from Manchester, UK, Israel Portnoy is more than just a musician – he's an artist who weaves soulful melodies and heartfelt lyrics into every note he plays.
BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 4/8/24 
Lazlo, founder of BlowUpRadio.com (an online radio station based around New Jersey artists), shines a light on some of the many new releases from NJ based musicians each week with this column. This week Lazlo takes a look at new releases by Timothy Larigan, The Cynz, Aaron Pinto, furiousBall, and Commons 2. Plus a look back at "Dead Roses" by Quick Trigger.
film
The ShowRoom Joins Nationwide 45th Anniversary Celebration of George A. Romero's "Dawn Of The Dead" 
(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- The ShowRoom is participating in the nationwide 45th-anniversary re-release of the iconic horror film, George A. Romero's "Dawn of the Dead", with screenings on April 12-13 and April 18, 2024. As one of the most beloved and influential horror films of all time, "Dawn of the Dead" continues to captivate audiences with its thrilling storyline, groundbreaking special effects, and social commentary.
dance
RVCC to Present Student, Faculty Dance Performances 
(BRANCHBURG, NJ) -- Raritan Valley Community College's (RVCC) Arts & Design department will present DanceWorks, an evening of student and faculty dance performances, April 25-26, 2024 at 7:00pm. The event will be held in the Edward Nash Theatre at the College's Branchburg campus. Loretta Fois, Director of RVCC's dance program, will produce the concert.
art
Mercer County Selects Artworks to Install Community-Themed Public Mural on Cass Street 
(TRENTON, NJ) -- Mercer County and the Mercer County Division of Culture & Heritage (MCDC&H) announced that Artworks, the Trenton-based visual arts center, has been selected to design and install a public mural. The mural to-come, entitled "Breaking Barriers", will visualize the power art has to connect a community.
food
Old York Cellars Unveils Stunning New Vineyard Hospitality Tent 
(RINGOES, NJ) -- Old York Cellars is proud to announce the Grand Opening of its exquisite new vineyard hospitality tent on the weekend of April 19th to April 21st. To celebrate the Grand Opening of the new Vineyard Tent, guests will be able to enjoy the winery's Wine & Music Series on Friday night, Saturday and Sunday without a cover charge and enjoy half price discounts on wine cocktails plus 10% off bottles of wine to go all weekend.
community
Business-Savvy Students to Compete in OCC's "Sink or Swim" Entrepreneurial Challenge 
(TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- The Ocean County College Entrepreneur Club, in collaboration with the Greater Toms River Chamber of Commerce, will host the 4th Annual "Sink or Swim" Entrepreneurial Competition on Friday, April 18, 2024 on the College's main campus in Toms River. This event is open to the public and free to attend. The event begins at 3:00pm.
Lisa Butler to Join Visual Arts Center of New Jersey as Director of Development & Communications 
(SUMMIT, NJ) -- The Visual Arts Center of New Jersey (VACNJ) has announced the hiring of Lisa Butler as its new Director of Development & Communications, effective April 15. Butler will join the staff of VACNJ after serving as an Art Center trustee from 2014 to 2022. During her time on VACNJ' s Board, she served in a number of capacities, including as Board Chair and as a member of the Development Committee.
Registration Open for Mayo Performing Arts Center Summer 2024 Performing Arts School 
(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Registration for Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC)'s Summer Performing Arts Classes has begun. This is a series of week-long and two-week long sessions will be held throughout June, July and August.
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