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theatre
Andrew Lloyd Webber's "Cats" comes to Algonquin Arts Theatre in July 
(MANASQUAN, NJ) -- Algonquin Arts Theatre presents Cats from July 13-28, 2024. The classic musical features Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and is based on Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats by T.S. Eliot. Prepare for a purr-fectly mesmerizing performance of the world-renowned musical sensation - Cats!
New Summer Theatre Camp at Jersey Shore Arts Center: A Unique Opportunity for Youth 
(OCEAN GROVE, NJ) -- The Jersey Shore Arts Center is thrilled to announce the launch of an exciting new Summer Theatre Camp, offering a unique and enriching experience for young performers aged 8 to 18. Spearheaded by Jim and Bridget DeVivo, two esteemed theatre educators with over 50 years of combined experience, the camp promises to be a transformative journey for aspiring young artists.
Black Box presents a Staged Reading of "Seascape" by Edward Albee 
(TEANECK, NJ) -- In association with The Estate of Edward Albee, Black Box presents a dynamic staged reading of Seascape (1974, Pulitzer Prize) on Wednesday, July 24th, 2024 at Debonair Music Hall. Admission is free, but seating is limited; please reserve seats in advance. On an isolated stretch of beach, a late-middle-aged couple facing the dubious redoubt of retirement muses about their shared life and the narrowing road ahead. She sketches; he naps; they gently parry and riposte.
music
Nebraska Folk-Americana Trio, The Wildwoods, to Perform in NYC 
If music is a salve, then The Wildwoods could heal the world. The folk-Americana trio from Lincoln, Nebraska takes to guitar, violin, upright bass, and microphones with the simple purity of peaceful forests that soothe the soul. Whether performing an original song or putting their uncluttered stamp on timeless tunes, The Wildwoods exude melodic warmth.
Ocean County Library Jackson Branch to Host Karaoke for Adults with Special Challenges 
(JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ) -- Love to lift your voice in song? Enjoy meeting new friends? Want a morning of fun? Join the Ocean County Library Jackson Branch for "Karaoke for Adults with Special Challenges" on Tuesday, July 23, 2024. The event begins at 10:00am.
Seeing Alanis Morissette in Concert - A Night to Remember 
I've been wanting to see Alanis Morissette in concert for YEARS. Having been a fan of her music since the beginning, every time she stopped in New Jersey, I had a conflict. Except one time, where I actually had tickets but there was a huge thunderstorm so the event was cancelled.
Mercer County's $5 Friday Summer Concerts are Back! 
(WEST WINDSOR, NJ) -- Central Jersey families don't need to head to the shore in order to have a great time this summer. The Mercer County Park Commission's $5 Friday Summer Concert Series promises memorable experiences for residents of all ages.
The Best of World Music Returns to Princeton's Pettoranello Gardens Amphitheater 
(PRINCETON, NJ) -- Blue Curtain, a Princeton summer tradition, returns to Pettoranello Gardens Amphitheater with two free concerts in July - Dobet Gnahoré on July 13th and Nanny & Dani Asiss on July 20th. The venue is located at Route 206 and Mountain Avenue. In case of rain or extreme heat, the shows will be moved to the Princeton High School Performing Arts Center at Franklin Avenue and Walnut Lane.
August Events at MPAC: Summer concerts, free summer events and movies 
(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) presents summer events in August with a mix of comedy, pop and a little bit of grunge! Shows include tributes to the Bee Gees, Whitney Houston, Pearl Jam & Chris Cornell, Fleetwood Mac, and Frank Zappa plus concerts by Air Supply and Jake Wildhorn; comedians Jim Breuer and Pete Davidson; free movies and more!
comedy
Count Basie Center for the Arts presents Kev Herrera 
(RED BANK, NJ) -- Count Basie Center for the Arts presents comedian Kev Herrera on Thursday, October 3, 2024 at 7:00pm. Born and raised in New York, Kevin Herrera is known for his comedic wit. Kevin has always been the "clown" with not only with his friends, but also within his large Hispanic family.
film
FilmOneFest 2024 to Take Place July 20th 
(ATLANTIC HIGHLANDS, NJ) -- FilmOneFest is an annual short film festival that challenges filmmakers of all kinds to tell their stories in under 2 minutes. FilmOneFest 2024 will take place on Saturday, July 20, 2024 at the Atlantic Highlands Marina from 5:00pm-11:00pm. Films start when the sun goes down. The event also features Artist Vendors, Food Trucks, Live Music, 50/50 Raffle, and more!
43rd Bi-Annual New Jersey Film Festival to Take Place September 6 through October 18 
(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- The 43rd Bi-Annual New Jersey Film Festival will be taking place on select Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays between September 6 to October 18, 2024. Twenty-one films will have their New Jersey or Area Premieres at the festival, which will be a hybrid of in-person screenings at Rutgers University and titles available via video on demand. All the films will be available virtually via Video on Demand for 24 hours on their show date. VOD start times are at 12 Midnight Eastern USA. In addition to the screenings, electronic music artist Jim Haynes will be doing an audio-visual concert on Friday, October 18 at 7:00pm.
art
Zufall Health Announces Call for Artists for "New Beginnings," First Group Exhibition in West Orange 
(WEST ORANGE, NJ) -- Zufall Health, a nonprofit community health center headquartered in Dover with a facility in West Orange, welcomes art submissions to an upcoming group exhibition. The exhibition is called "New Beginnings," and will explore the themes of renewal, hope, and the beauty of starting anew. They invite artists to submit representational, abstract, and conceptual works of art, ranging from drawings, paintings, collage, and photographic and digital art. Note: They cannot accept sculpture.
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