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"Million Dollar Quartet" to Rock Bell Theater in Holmdel 
(HOLMDEL, NJ) -- The Axelrod Performing Arts Center will present the smash hit musical Million Dollar Quartet from July 19-28, 2024 at the new Bell Theater at Bell Works in Holmdel. With a book by Colin Escott and Floyd Mutrux, Million Dollar Quartet recreates the true story of a one-night impromptu jam session with Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins and Jerry Lee Lewis.
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The Newton Theatre presents Rosanne Cash with John Leventhal 
(NEWTON, NJ) -- The Newton Theatre presents Rosanne Cash with her husband, guitarist John Leventhal, on Sunday, October 20, 2024 at 7:00pm.
New Jersey Symphony concert at Liberty State Park TODAY moved indoors due to inclement weather 
(NEWARK, NJ) -- New Jersey Symphony's Summer Outdoor Concert at Liberty State Park in Jersey City today (Sunday, June 30, 2024) will move indoors due to inclement weather. The indoor air-conditioned location will be Margaret Williams Theatre at Hepburn Hall, Center for the Arts at New Jersey City University, 2039 Kennedy Boulevard, Jersey City, NJ. Showtime is 7:30pm.
Rory Block releases "Positively 4th Street: A Tribute to Bob Dylan" 
Rory Block relives her days growing up in Greenwich Village on her new album. In the 1960s, Greenwich Village was at the epicenter of the burgeoning folk music boom that was happening around the world, and a young Rory Block had a ringside seat to this evolution. With the release of her new album, Positively 4th Street: A Tribute to Bob Dylan, she gifts the sounds of that era to listeners everywhere.
Reality Suite releases "Insane" single 
(NORTH HALEDON, NJ) -- New Jersey rock veterans Reality Suite released their latest single, "Insane," inviting listeners to delve into the raw emotions of adulthood. This captivating track delves into the struggles of feeling ensnared in the unyielding cycle of societal expectations and pressures, prompting introspection on one's own sanity. With "Insane," the band encapsulates the frustrations and monotony that many individuals grapple with daily, inviting audiences to connect on a profound level.
Jake Thistle releases "Live from the Transparent Clinch Gallery" 
(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- New Jersey singer-songwriter, Jake Thistle released his newest offering, Live from the Transparent Clinch Gallery, on June 28, 2024 via Gold'N Retriever Records – the independent label from industry veteran, Joe Riccitelli. The LP features twelve original tracks highlighting the songwriter's vivid imagery and flawless tenor, a cover of Don Henley's "The Heart of the Matter," all recorded in front of a sold-out, standing room only audience and performed by the songwriter alongside guitarist Gordon Brown.
Eric Heilner Releases "Blues Phantasia" - an album of blues & boogie-woogie piano music 
(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Multifaceted musician/composer Eric Heilner released a new album of blues & boogie-woogie piano music in May 2024. While Heilner is primarily a composer of contemporary classical music, Blues Phantasia, highlights Heilner's unique interpretations of the boogie woogie piano tradition with four original tunes along with two tracks that honor Heilner's deep affection for the blues.
Asbury Lanes presents Joe Samba with Ballyhoo! and Bumpin Uglies 
(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- Rising reggae rock singer, songwriter, producer and guitarist Joe Samba – who recently released the summer anthem "Little Love" – is bringing the grooves and his energetic live show to various cities this summer including Asbury Park on Sunday, July 21, 2024 at Asbury Lanes with Ballyhoo! and Bumpin Uglies.
Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Dirty Jersey" by Ryan Gregg 
The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Dirty Jersey," singer-songwriter-keyboardist Ryan Gregg's latest single from his forthcoming solo debut EP, "Hustling in Place."
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Top 15 Most Read Stories At New Jersey Stage From June 23-29, 2024 
Here's a look at the top 15 most read articles published at New Jersey Stage from June 23-29, 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 (Cape May, Bergen, Essex, Mercer, Middlesex, and Ocean).
RVCC Dedicates Sapling from Original Tree Mentioned in Anne Frank's Diary 
(BRANCHBURG, NJ) -- Raritan Valley Community College (RVCC) honored the legacy of Anne Frank and a very special local Holocaust survivor, the late Margit Feldman, at a ceremony held June 27, 2024. The event marked the dedication of a sapling that was grown from the horse chestnut tree that towered behind Anne Frank's Secret Annex in Amsterdam. During the Holocaust, Anne and her family hid in the Annex for more than two years.
Visual Arts Center of New Jersey Receives Grant Award from The Summit Foundation 
(SUMMIT, NJ) -- The Visual Arts Center of New Jersey (VACNJ) was recently awarded a $10,000 Arts and Culture grant from The Summit Foundation. The grant, which was one of more than 20 awarded, was presented to VACNJ to support outreach programs with Summit area organizations and participants.
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