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theatre
Avenel Performing Arts Center presents Confessions of a Showgirl 
(AVENEL, NJ) -- The Avenel Performing Arts Center presents Confessions of a Showgirl from August 1-3, 2024. Starring Maren Wade from NBC's America's Got Talent, this cabaret brings to life the quirky, hilarious and unfiltered account of a modern-day showgirl, onstage and off.
Lauren O'Brien's "Lolo's Boyfriend Show" comes to Turn the Lights On Festival at Playhouse 46 
(NEW YORK, NY) -- The charming, adventurous and witty Lolo is back with more show dates! Weaving together theater, multi-media, and music, award-winning performer Lauren O'Brien's hit solo show Lolo's Boyfriend Show, returns to NYC with 4 performances (July 5-14, 2024) at the Turn the Lights On Festival at Playhouse 46.
Paper Mill Playhouse announces 2024 Rising Star Award winners 
(MILLBURN, NJ) -- Paper Mill Playhouse has announced the winners of the 29th annual Paper Mill Playhouse Rising Star Awards for Excellence in High School Musical Theater following the ceremony on June 11, 2024. The Academy of the Holy Angels (Demarest, NJ) production of Urinetown was awarded Outstanding Overall Production, Outstanding Performance in a Female-Identified Leading Role went to Kelly Clark as "Dee Dee Allen" in the OCVTS Grunin Performing Arts Academy (Lakewood, NJ) of The Prom and Outstanding Performance in a Male-Identified Leading Role was won by David Gomez as "Gomez Addams" in the Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School (Scotch Plains, NJ) production of The Addams Family.
music
Count Basie Center for the Arts presents Back To The Eighties Show with Jessie's Girl 
(RED BANK, NJ) -- Count Basie Center for the Arts presents Back To The Eighties Show with Jessie's Girl on Friday, June 28, 2024 at 8:00pm. This is the world's greatest tribute to the music of the '80s!
Fred Lehotay and the Ragtimers to Perform at the Ocean County Library Jackson Branch 
(JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ) -- Take yourself back to an era when folks gathered around a bandstand on a balmy summer evening. Fred Lehotay and the Ragtimers will evoke sweet memories during their performance at the Ocean County Library Jackson Branch on Wednesday, July 10, 2024. The event begins at 7:00pm.
The Weight Band to Perform at the Sherman Theater 
(STROUDSBURG, PA) -- The Weight Band, featuring members of The Band and the Levon Helm Band is headed to the Sherman Theater in Stroudsburg, PA on Saturday, September 7, 2024 Doors are at 7:00pm, showtime is 8:00pm.
Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Dandelion" by The Grip Weeds 
The Makin Waves Song of the Week is The Grip Weeds' cover of The Rolling Stones' "Dandelion" from the new tribute compilation "JEM Records Celebrates Jagger & Richards."
comedy
Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena presents Dave Chappelle 
(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- The legendary Dave Chappelle comes to Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena for two shows on Friday, June 28, 2024. Performances take place at 7:00pm and 10:00pm.
art
Ocean County Library Long Beach Island Branch presents Art Exhibit by Pat Johnson throughout July 
(SURF CITY, NJ) -- The Ocean County Library Long Beach Island Branch is pleased to feature an exhibit of works by renowned local artist Pat Johnson. "Potpourri of Pets, Portraits, Petals and Places" will be on display throughout the month of July. And here's a special invitation to Pat's Artist Reception in the Branch on Saturday, July 13 at 2:00pm.
community
Freedom to Read Champion and Hoboken Library Director Jennie Pu Named 2024 Librarian of the Year 
(HOBOKEN, NJ) -- New Jersey Library Association (NJLA) lauded the City of Hoboken, its Public Library Director, and Board of Trustees at its annual awards and recognition event. Hoboken Public Library Director Jennie Pu won the highest-ranking award, NJLA 2024 Librarian of the Year. The City of Hoboken received the Library Champion Award and the Hoboken Public Library Board of Trustees was recognized for Library Service. The prestigious NJLA is the oldest and largest library organization in New Jersey.
Top 15 Most Read Stories At New Jersey Stage From June 9-15, 2024 
Here's a look at the top 15 most read articles published at New Jersey Stage from June 9-15, 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 6 counties in New Jersey (Essex, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, and Ocean).
Mayor Announces "Summer Fun in Newark" Series of Free Outdoor Events 
(NEWARK, NJ) -- On June 14, 2024, Newark Mayor Ras J. Baraka announced "Summer Fun in Newark," a vibrant series of free outdoor events that will ignite Newark's public parks, recreation centers, and cultural venues, infusing Newark neighborhoods with a wide array of wholesome activities, entertainment, and opportunities for education.
State Theatre New Jersey Celebrated Annual Benefit Gala with a Performance by Jay Leno 
(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- On June 8, 2024, State Theatre New Jersey hosted the annual STNJ Benefit Gala to celebrate live performance, community, and legacy. The State Theatre Benefit Gala took place at the historic theater and featured a performance by comedian Jay Leno. This year’s Gala raised funds essential to State Theatre New Jersey's work to provide education and community engagement programs for children, families, and underserved residents and support the continued excellence of its world-class mainstage performances.
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