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Daily Edition 07-03-24

NJ Stage Daily Update

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


This Week in Theatre: Previews for Plays Taking Place July 2-9, 2024
 

Here are previews of plays taking place from July 2-9, 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.

 


music


Chris Pinnella + 10-Piece Orchestra set Encore Performance in Asbury Park on August 16th
 

(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- Join Chris Pinnella (former lead singer with Trans-Siberian Orchestra) along with his killer 10-Piece Orchestra as they bring you reimagined interpretations from some of the most prolific bands and songwriters of the last century. Pinnella and company have added an encore performance on Friday, August 16, 2024 at Tim McLoone's Supper Club in Asbury Park. Showtime is 8:00pm.

 



This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts July 2-9, 2024
 

Here is a look at upcoming shows taking place from July 2-9, 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.

 



Debonair Music Hall presents DOOM DOGS with Special Guests Gail Ann Dorsey & John Burdick
 

(TEANECK, NJ) -- Black Box Studios & The Elated System presents guitarist Reeves Gabrels drummer Jonathan Kane, and bassist Jair-Rohm Parker Wells' DOOM DOGS with special guests Gail Ann Dorsey and John Burdick. The show is on Saturday, August 3, 2024 at Debonair Music Hall. Doors are at 6:30pm, showtime is 7:30pm.



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Makin Waves Album of the Month: "Another Deadbeat Summer" by Bobby Mahoney
 

The Jersey Shore's hardest-working musician, Bobby Mahoney, has landed himself a well-deserved record deal with Wicked Cool Records, the label owned by Sounds of Asbury Park architect Little Steven. The label debut, "Another Deadbeat Summer," actually is a greatest local hits collection from the LPs, EPs and singles released since 2014 by Bobby and his East Brunswick-originated, Asbury-based band, the Seventh Son, as well as the 2015 solo EP, "Luck."

 


comedy


Brick City Comedy Revue to Celebrate 10th Anniversary at Newark Local Beer
 

(NEWARK, NJ) -- Brick City Comedy Revue, Newark's premier comedy showcase will celebrate 10 years on Friday, August 2, 2024, at Newark Local Beer. This edition of the monthly show, hosted by Justin Williams and DJ Gonzalo Silva, features Myq Kaplan, Abbi Crutchfield, Gabe Pacheco, Pat Wise, and special surprise guests. Showtime is 8:00pm.

 


film


B&B Theatres with the Largest ScreenX in the World to Open at American Dream
 

(EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ) -- In an exciting development for movie lovers and entertainment enthusiasts, American Dream is thrilled to announce B&B Theatres will soon open an unparalleled cinema and entertainment experience at the property, featuring the largest ScreenX auditorium in the world.

 



The ShowRoom in Asbury Park presents A Summer Music Film Series
 

(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- This July, The ShowRoom invites you to experience a special series of music-oriented films on the last three Thursdays of the month. Starting at 7:30pm on July 11th, 18th, and 25th, these screenings celebrate some of the greatest music performances ever captured on film. Asbury Park, known for its rich rock & roll heritage, provides the perfect setting for these cinematic events, with two films celebrating their 40th anniversaries.

 


art


Meet Artists Jim McShea & Joey Harness at the Ocean County Library Little Egg Harbor Branch
 

(LITTLE EGG HARBOR, NJ) -- The Ocean County Library Little Egg Harbor Branch is pleased to display the art of Jim McShea and Joey Harness throughout the month of July. Join them for an evening of light refreshments and meet these gifted individuals during their Artists Reception on Tuesday, July 23, 2024. The event runs from 6:30pm to 8:30pm.




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food


Council Oak Steaks and Seafood Restaurant at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City Receives 2024 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence
 

(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- /PRNewswire/ -- Wine Spectator magazine has presented its 2024 Award of Excellence to Council Oak Steaks and Seafood Restaurant at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City. Council Oak has earned the prestigious 2024 Wine Spectator award, which celebrates the world's best restaurants for wine.

 


community


Events This Week in New Jersey: July 2-9, 2024
 

Here is a look at upcoming events taking place from July 2-9, 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.

 



New Hope Announces First Friday Summer Series and Fireworks Shows
 

(NEW HOPE, PA) -- The Greater New Hope Chamber of Commerce and New Hope Celebrates has announced First Friday Summer Series and Fireworks Shows. New Hope's signature summer program expands in 2024 with even more dazzling fireworks displays and a monthly block party on First Friday of each month. Festivities will include local artists and crafters, live art with New Hope Arts, a cocktail garden and outdoor lounge with Kylr Rum, captivating live music, food from Italian Cucina, and other festivities

 


FEATURED EVENTS

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Erth’s

Erth’s Dinosaur Zoo Live!

Thursday, January 30, 2025 @ 7:00pm
Kean Stage - Wilkins Theatre
1000 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ 07083
category: community

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Sherlock

Sherlock Holmes: The Baker Street Irregulars

Thursday, January 30, 2025 @ 7:30pm
The Historic Palace Theatre
7 Ledgewood Avenue, Netcong, NJ 07857
category: theatre

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George

George Street Playhouse presents "Small"

Thursday, January 30, 2025 @ 7:30pm
New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC)
11 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
category: theatre

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Blackberry

Blackberry Smoke: Rattle, Ramble and Roll Tour 2025

Thursday, January 30, 2025 @ 7:30pm
Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC)
100 South Street, Morristown, NJ 07960
category: music

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Sun

Sun Ra Arkestra

Thursday, January 30, 2025 @ 7:30pm
McCarter Theatre Center (Berlind Theatre)
91 University Place, Princeton, NJ 08540
category: music

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EVENT PREVIEWS

Lucrecia

Lucrecia Pays Homage to Former Bergen County Resident and Reigning Queen of Salsa, Celia Cruz

"Life is a carnival! It's much more beautiful to live it singing." If you're unfamiliar with my life's mantra, perhaps you’d recognize it if I were instead to say "la vida es un carnaval, es más bello vivir cantando." Now put a salsa beat under it and add the iconic voice of the Queen herself, Celia Cruz. Sound familiar? One would hope.



Jersey

Jersey Arts Podcast: Dancing through the Air: 'Noli Timere' Marks World Premiere at McCarter Theatre

"Noli Timere" is Latin for "be not afraid," and the name of the world premiere presentation from Director and Choreographer, Rebecca Lazier and Sculptor, Janet Echelman. The collaboration features eight multidisciplinary performers dancing up to 25 feet in the air within a voluminous, custom-designed Echelman net sculpture.



bergenPAC

bergenPAC hosts Ukraine Odesa National Ballet US Tour 2025: Don Quixote

(ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Step into over 200 years of history with the legendary Ukraine Odesa National Ballet as they bring the timeless classic Don Quixote to life at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. Founded in the early 19th century, the Odesa National Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre stands as one of Ukraine's oldest and most prestigious cultural institutions, preserving a legacy of excellence and inspiration. Showtime is 7:00pm.



MPAC

MPAC presents Vitamin String Quartet: The Music of Taylor Swift, Bridgerton, and Beyond

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) presents Vitamin String Quartet: The Music of Taylor Swift, Bridgerton, and Beyond on Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 7:30pm. With over two billion streams, pop-culture inspired instrumentalists Vitamin String Quartet (VSQ) has helped establish classical crossover as a genuine force in contemporary music.



State

State Theatre New Jersey presents Are You Ready For It? A Taylor Experience

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents Are Your Ready For It? A Taylor Experience Starring Traci Marie, paying tribute to Taylor Swift's iconic Eras Tour on Friday, February 14, 2025 at 7:00pm. This is a fast paced, energetic, captivating show, that features a live band tribute to the most successful tour in music history.