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theatre
Two River Theater presents August Wilson's "Gem of the Ocean" 
(RED BANK, NJ) -- Two River Theater has announced the cast and creative team for August Wilson's Gem of the Ocean, the seventh production in Two River Theater's commitment to stage all ten of Wilson's visionary epics in the American Century Cycle, directed by San Diego Theatre Critics Circle Award Winner, Delicia Turner Sonnenberg (Appropriate, Trouble in Mind). The production runs June 8-30, 2024.
The Theater Project presents Script-In-Hand Reading of "StreetCART" by Lynn Aylward 
(CRANFORD, NJ) -- The Theater Project will present a script-in-hand performance of StreetCART by Lynn Aylward on Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 2:00pm. The presentation, the last of the 2024 spring series, will be followed by a lively discussion with the playwright, director, actors, and audience.
This Week in Theatre: Previews for Plays Taking Place May 7-14, 2024 
Here are previews of plays taking place from May 7-14, 2024 including a look at productions currently being presented and those coming soon. Click on the title to go to the full preview. New Jersey Stage covers Equity, community, college, and high school theatre. Check back every week for the weekly theatre preview.
Red Bank Theatre for Young Audiences presents Enchanted Cabaret & Sing-Along 
(RED BANK, NJ) -- Red Bank Theatre for Young Audiences presents Enchanted Cabaret & Sing-Along on Friday, May 10th at 7:00pm and Saturday, May 11th at 11:00am & 2:00pm. Moana, Rapunzel, Ariel, Hercules, Megara, Anastasia, Mrs. Potts, Dorothy, Hercules, Sally & Olaf will all be at the United Methodist Church of Red Bank (247 Broad Street).
Classic Radio Road Show to Perform Radio Comedies at Navesink and Monroe Libraries 
(NAVESINK, NJ) -- Classic Radio Road Show is presenting two radio comedies from the same series, "My Favorite Husband", on Saturday, May 18 at The Navesink Library and Sunday, May 19, 2024 at the Monroe Public Library. Radio plays employ sound effects produced live (Foley), with the voice actors and recorded music to help tell the story. Showtime is 2:00pm for both performances.
music
This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts Taking Place from May 7-14, 2024 
Here is a look at upcoming shows taking place from May 7-14, 2024 along with our featured listings. New Jersey Stage offers previews of concerts throughout the Garden State as well as select shows in New York City and Philadelphia areas.
Count Basie Center for the Arts presents Lyle Lovett And Lisa Loeb: In Conversation And Song 
(RED BANK, NJ) -- Count Basie Center for the Arts presents Lyle Lovett And Lisa Loeb: In Conversation And Song on Tuesday, May 14, 2024. Doors are at 6:30pm, showtime is 7:30pm.
The Wellmont Theater presents Big Bad Voodoo Daddy 
(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Together for over 30 years, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy — famously named after an autograph by blues legend Albert Collins — has appeared in concert venues across the world, sold millions of records, and had their music appear in hundreds of movies and television shows. The band comes to The Wellmont Theater on Sunday, May 12, 2024. Doors are at 7:00pm, showtime is 8:00pm.
comedy
The Vogel presents comedian Elon Gold 
(RED BANK, NJ) -- The Vogel presents comedian Elon Gold on Sunday, July 14, 2024 at 7:00pm. Elon is a comedian, actor, and writer, who's one hour Netflix stand-up special, "Elon Gold: Chosen & Taken" received wide acclaim from audiences and peers alike and is currently streaming on Amazon Prime.
film
Basie Center Cinemas Can Now Offer Alcohol to Patrons 
(RED BANK, NJ) -- Basie Center Cinemas, the historic, independent twin cinema on White Street operated by the nonprofit Count Basie Center, has announced the start of alcoholic beverage service to patrons aged 21+.
community
Cape May County's Largest and Newest Beach Resort to Open in May 
(WILDWOOD CREST, NJ) -- Madison Resorts and Founder Dan Alicea are proud to announce the opening of Cape May County's largest and newest beach resort. Madison Resort Wildwood Crest will officially open at 7201 Ocean Avenue on Thursday, May 16, 2024, with a special ceremony and ribbon cutting at 1:30pm featuring local dignitaries. For Alicea and his team, this has been a project two years in the making...
Visual Arts Center of New Jersey Raises More Than $350,000 at Positive Space Gala 
(SUMMIT, NJ) -- On Saturday, April 27, the Visual Arts Center of New Jersey (VACNJ) held its annual spring gala at Canoe Brook Country Club, hosting the largest turnout in over a decade. The signature event raised over $350,000 to support the Art Center's powerful arts programming that makes it a positive space for all.
Events This Week in New Jersey: May 7-14, 2024 
Here is a look at upcoming events taking place from May 7-14, 2024 along with our featured listings. New Jersey Stage offers previews of events throughout the Garden State as well as select shows in New York City and Philadelphia areas
Hot Rods and Harleys to take place in Rahway 
(RAHWAY, NJ) -- Mayor Raymond Giacobbe, Rahway City Council, and U4 Guys are proud to present Hot Rods and Harleys on Saturday, May 11, 2024. Back for its 21st year, Hot Rods and Harleys invite residents to enjoy a day filled with classic cars, hot rods, custom bikes, live music street vendors, food trucks, and more. As always, the event is free to the public, but there is a $20 day-of car or bike registration fee.
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