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theatre
Extra! Extra! "Newsies JR." Takes the Spotlight at Dennis Flyer Theater 
(BLACKWOOD, NJ) -- Mainstage Center for the Arts presents "Newsies JR." as part of their Summer Stage program this week. This condensed, family-friendly adaptation of the 1992 Disney film and the 2012 Broadway musical is bound to be a hit with audiences of all ages. Performances will be held on Thursday, July 18 at 7:00pm and Friday, July 19 at 7:00pm at the Dennis Flyer Memorial Theater, located at Camden County College in Blackwood, NJ.
PHOTOS from "Cats" at Algonquin Arts Theatre 
(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! Photographer John Posada was on hand to take photos.
music
Wicked Cool Records Reissues "You Are What You Absorb" The 2013 Debut Solo Full-Length From "Trash Pop" Maven Palmyra Delran 
Wicked Cool Records has released a 'Turtle Green' vinyl reissue of "You Are What You Absorb," the 2013 12-track debut solo full-length from "trash-pop" maven and popular Little Steven's Underground Garage DJ Palmyra Delran.
bergenPAC presents Ecuadorian pop music star Juan Fernando Velasco 
(ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) presents Juan Fernando Velasco on Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 8:00pm. Juan stands as a preeminent figure in Ecuadorian pop music, having significantly shaped the musical landscape of his native country over the past quarter-century.
Shea Center for the Performing Arts presents Victor Wooten and The Wooten Brothers 
(WAYNE, NJ) -- Shea Center for the Performing Arts presents Victor Wooten and The Wooten Brothers on Friday, October 4, 2024 at 8:00pm. For over four decades the Wooten Brothers have been recognized as some of the most innovative musicians in existence and are collectively known as one of the most talented and dynamic band of brothers the world has ever known.
Music Under the Stars Summer Concert Series presents A Capella Night 
(FLEMINGTON, NJ) -- Get ready for an unforgettable evening of music under the beautiful summer skies as the Hunterdon Choral Alliance, in partnership with Hunterdon County Parks and Recreation, proudly presents A Capella Night, part of the 48th Annual Music Under the Stars Summer Concert Series. This melodious event will take place on Thursday, August 1, 2024 featuring the harmonious talents of three incredible local a capella groups and a special guest quartet at Deer Path Park. Showtime is 7:00pm. Admission is free.
Nicole Atkins announces East Coast Tour including shows in NJ and Philly 
After opening several shows for Stevie Nicks and The Mavericks over the past year, Nicole Atkins has just announced a brief East Coast run of shows with her band for this fall. Tickets are on sale now. Justin & the Cosmics will serve as support for the entire run. Dates include September 6th at Outpost in the Burbs (Montclair, NJ), September 11th at 118 North (Philadelphia, PA), and September 12th at the Wonder Bar (Asbury Park, NJ).
comedy
Black Box Studios and Debonair Music Hall present "Don't Just Sit There: Not Your Average Comedy Show" 
(TEANECK, NJ) -- Black Box Studios and Debonair Music Hall present "Don't Just Sit There: Not Your Average Comedy Show" featuring Tracy Locke, Marc Kaye, and Mark Riccadonna on Thursday, August 1, 2024 at Debonair Music Hall. Doors open at 7:00pm; showtime is 7:30pm.
art
Pro Arts Jersey City presents "We Curate" at ART150 Gallery 
(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Pro Arts Jersey City presents We Curate at ART150 Gallery from July 14 through August 10, 2024. In this exhibit, Pro Arts members curate their own work because sometimes artists just know best...
Art House Gallery Presents Jersey City Pride Exhibition: "Crushed" by Beth Achenbach 
(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Art House Productions presents "Crushed," a solo exhibit by photographer Beth Achenbach in partnership with JC Pride. The exhibit will run from Saturday, August 3rd through Sunday, August 25th, with an opening reception on Saturday, August 3rd from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. This is an official Jersey City PRIDE event.
New Hope Arts Center presents "Structures and Constructions in Fiber" 
(NEW HOPE, PA) -- With a heatwave that swept through the region, the temperature soared even higher with the bold visual stimuli at New Hope Arts Center with the launch of the "Structures and Constructions in Fiber" exhibition on June 29, 2024. The opening night captivated artists, art collectors, and patrons alike, as the reimagined art form was celebrated. The juried exhibit features over 80 original, contemporary fiber artworks from more than 30 artists across New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. The exhibit is on view through August 18, 2024.
poetry
The Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation and NJPAC present Poetry Events Curated to Advance Social Justice at Venues Across Newark in Lead-Up to the 20th Dodge Poetry Festival in October 
(NEWARK, NJ) -- The Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation (Dodge Foundation) and the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) continue their 2024 Dodge Poetry initiative this summer, with a series of events leading toward the debut of the reimagined Dodge Poetry Festival this fall. This year marks the first time Dodge Poetry has expanded beyond the biennial Festival to include poetry programs all year in Newark.
community
Rowan's Marie Rader Series Announces 2024-25 Performances 
(GLASSBORO, NJ) -- Drawing from a diverse lineup of modern dance, musical theatre, world music, jazz and contemporary choir, Rowan University's Marie Rader Presenting Series is thrilled to announce the 2024-2025 performance series. Focused on community engagement, artistic integrity and inclusion, the Marie Rader Series is a mission-driven program providing access to exceptional performing artists and engagements to the university community and Greater Southern New Jersey region.
Tropicana presents RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars LIVE! 
(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars LIVE! comes to Tropicana Showroom at Tropicana Atlantic City on Saturday, September 21, 2024. Step into the Werk Room this Summer and get ready to experience this season unfolding live on stage! Showtime is 8:00pm.
Stoutsburg Sourland African American Museum Teams Up with Somerset Patriots to Honor New York Black Yankees and Negro Leagues 
(SKILLMAN, NJ) -- Stoutsburg Sourland African American Museum (SSAAM) is proud to announce its 2nd annual partnership with the Somerset Patriots for a fundraising event honoring the legacy of the New York Black Yankees and the Negro Leagues. This event will occur at TD Bank Ballpark on Friday, August 30, 2024, featuring a special game between the Somerset Patriots (NYY) and the Reading Fightin' Phils (PHI).
StocktonPAC's 2024-25 Season includes Iconic Music, Cutting-Edge Dance, and Powerful Storytelling 
(GALLOWAY, NJ) -- From tales of Sex in the City to tributes to music legends, the 2024-25 schedule for Stockton University's Performing Arts Center (PAC) has something for everybody. According to PAC Director Anjanette Christy, this season is filled with "iconic music, cutting-edge dance and powerful storytelling."
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