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Daily Edition 09-12-24

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


Art House Productions presents "The Van Gogh Shogh" - A One-Woman Journey Through Art, Success, and Madness
 

(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Art House Productions is proud to present The Van Gogh Shogh, an innovative and provocative solo performance by the critically-acclaimed clown, Donna Oblongata. Blurring the lines between deranged "Sip 'n Paint," karaoke night, and Sotheby's auction, this 75-minute show dives into the life and legacy of Vincent Van Gogh to ask profound questions about art, success, and the creative process. Performances take place September 27-28, 2024 at 7:30pm and September 29, 2024 at 3:00pm.

 



It's the Same Day, Different Verse With "Groundhog Day, The Musical" at MCCC's Kelsey Theatre
 

(WEST WINDSOR, NJ) -- It's a case of "déjà vu all over again" — with a comedic, musical twist — when Playful Theatre Productions opens the 2024-25 Kelsey Theatre season with Groundhog Day, The Musical, September 20-29, 2024, on Mercer County Community College's (MCCC) West Windsor Campus.

 



Wharton Arts Announces Auditions for The Moors
 

(BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ) -- The Wharton Community Players (WCP) will hold auditions for The Moors by Jen Silverman on Sunday, September 22, 2024 from 6:00pm-9:00pm and Tuesday, September 24, 2024 from 7:00pm-9:00pm at 60 Locust Avenue in Berkeley Heights.

 


music


Good Damage releases debut single, "Forget November"
 

(MIDDLESEX, NJ) -- New Jersey alternative/pop-punk band Good Damage released their debut single "Forget November" in June with local New Jersey shows and a New York City show at The Delancey (December 20th) to follow.



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State Theatre New Jersey presents Grammy-winning trumpeter Chris Botti
 

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents Grammy®-winning trumpeter Chris Botti on Saturday, October 12, 2024 at 8:00pm. Botti has been one of the most popular instrumentalists in the world for nearly three decades; he's collaborated with some of the biggest superstars on the planet, including Sting, Paul Simon, Barbra Streisand, Lady Gaga, Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra, Aretha Franklin, Bette Midler, Joni Mitchell, Steven Tyler, Andrea Bocelli, Herbie Hancock, Yo-Yo Ma, and others.

 



bergenPAC presents Folsom Prison Experience - a Johnny Cash music and theater production
 

(ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) presents Folsom Prison Experience - a Johnny Cash music and theater production on Saturday, February 22, 2025 at 8:00pm. Prepare for a high-intensity recreation of one of Johnny Cash's most significant days in his musical career – a day that history now looks back on with amazement.

 



NJPAC presents a Tribute to Funk Featuring appearances by Bilal, Nona Hendryx, Christian McBride, Savion Glover, Vernon Reid, George Clinton and more!
 

(NEWARK, NJ) -- Experience the electrifying TD Moody Jazz Festival at the renowned New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) with an unforgettable Tribute to Funk on Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 7:30pm. Don't miss the opportunity to dance the night away to the incredible sounds of Funk legends George Clinton, Bilal, Nona Hendryx, Christian McBride, Savion Glover, and Vernon Reid, all under the expert musical direction of Ray Chew.

 


film


Touching short The Dog Days screens at the New Jersey Film Festival
 

Watching The Dog Days is like catching up with old friends on a hot summer afternoon.

 


community


SOPAC & Seton Hall Announce New Season Programming including Jazz, Classical Music, and Theatrical Productions
 

(SOUTH ORANGE, NJ) -- The South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC) continues its historic partnership with local gem Seton Hall University (SHU) and the Seton Hall University Arts Council, presenting live events for audiences of all ages. Throughout the 2024-25 season, Seton Hall University produces performances on SOPAC's Mainstage that feature acclaimed Jazz, Classical, and Theatre artists in mentor-driven collaboration with university students.




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Bally's Atlantic City Hosted Pop Top Collection Drive to Benefit Ronald McDonald House in Philadelphia
 

(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- Team members and guests from Bally's Atlantic City actively participated in a Pop Top collection drive to benefit the Ronald McDonald House in Philadelphia. The initiative was designed to support families of seriously ill children staying at the Ronald McDonald House, which provides a comforting and caring environment for families during difficult times.

 



Podcast Network Spotlights People Making a Difference in Their Community and the World
 

(LITTLE FALLS, NJ) /PRNewswire/ -- Maximilian Communications, LLC, a multimedia communications company, recently announced the launch of Your Hometown Podcast, a network of independent community-oriented programming produced under the the Change Your Attitude … Change Your Life brand. Change Your Attitude ... Change Your Life is a lifestyle brand that provides the tools needed for personal and professional growth, improved health, and self-empowerment.

 



Library of Congress to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Jazz Legend Eddie Palmieri, Poetry Readings and a "Cartonero" Book Workshop
 

(WASHINGTON, DC) -- The Library of Congress is celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month with a special presentation by legendary Latin jazz pianist Eddie Palmieri, readings by renowned Latino poets, a "cartonero" or handmade book workshop, and 50 audio recordings added to the Library's historic PALABRA Archive. The monthlong celebration from September 15 to October 15 honors the culture, history and contributions of the thriving Hispanic community to the nation.

 



Marbelous Mr Marbles and Hannah "Kitten Lady" Shaw will be at Catsbury Park Cat Convention
 

(HOLMDEL, NJ) -- A celebration of all things feline, The Catsbury Park Cat Convention will arrive on Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Bellworks from 11:00am-7:00pm hosted by Catsbury Park, a non-profit 501(c)3 organization based in Asbury Park. All proceeds from the event will benefit Catsbury Park Inc. and partnered charities.

 


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.