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theatre
Growing Stage presents Roald Dahl's "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" in October 
(NETCONG, NJ) -- The Growing Stage: The Children's Theatre of New Jersey, is thrilled to kick-off their 43rd Main Stage Season with Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory weekends from October 11-27, 2024. The play introduces us to the world-famous Willy Wonka, who is opening the gates to his mysterious factory, but only to a lucky few.
This Week in Theatre: Previews for Plays Taking Place October 1-8, 2024 
Here are previews of plays taking place from October 1-8, 2024 including a look at productions currently being presented and those coming soon. New Jersey Stage covers Equity, community, college, and high school theatre. Check back every week for the weekly theatre preview.
Luna Stage presents the NY premiere of "Mrs. Stern Wanders the Prussian State Library" 
(NEW YORK, NY) -- Luna Stage proudly presents the New York premiere of Jenny Lyn Bader's Mrs. Stern Wanders the Prussian State Library, directed by Ari Laura Kreith, running Off-Broadway October 18 – November 10, 2024 for 25 performances in a limited engagement at 59E59 Theaters, Theater B, located at 59 East 59th Street in New York City. Previews begin October 18 for an October 24 opening.
music
Grammy-winning conductor returns to lead Westminster choirs 
(LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ) -- Dr. Donald Nally ’87, who has joined the Rider University faculty this academic year as a full-time visiting professor, will conduct both the Westminster Choir and the Westminster Symphonic Choir.
Makin Waves with The Nitro Blues Band: Sweet Victory 
The winner of the annual Carteret Battle of the Bands is The Nitro Blues Band, a young four-piece steeped in the roots of rock that also influenced The Rolling Stones, The Allman Brothers Band, Cream and Led Zeppelin.
This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from October 1-8, 2024 
Here is a look at upcoming shows taking place from October 1-8, 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.
Count Basie Center for the Arts presents Clint Black on Sunday 
(RED BANK, NJ) -- Count Basie Center for the Arts presents Clint Black on Sunday, October 6, 2024 at 7:30pm. The country music icon, one of the truest traditionalists in music over the last three decades, will celebrate the 35th anniversary of his debut album, Killin' Time, on tour in 2024. For the first time ever, he'll play the groundbreaking record live start to finish followed by more of his legendary hits.
Woodbridge Township presents an Afternoon with Kim Richey at Avenel PAC on Sunday 
(AVENEL, NJ) -- Woodbridge Township presents an Afternoon with Kim Richey at Avenel PAC on Sunday, October 6, 2024 at 3:00pm. Kim Richey came onto the music scene in the 1990s and entered her first recording contract at the age of 37 when she signed with Mercury Nashville. She spent the next few years promoting her albums and touring with the likes of Wynonna Judd.
NJPAC presents Patti Labelle on February 8th 
(NEWARK, NJ) -- Get ready for the iconic Patti Labelle as she brings her 80/65 Tour to the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 8:00pm. The legendary singer, author, and actress, who has won multiple Grammy Awards, is celebrating 65 years in show business at 80 years old.
film
2024 Montclair Film Festival Preview 
(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- The 2024 Montclair Film Festival takes place October 18-27. The festival's Opening Night film is Conclave (directed by Edward Berger). Some films of note include Unstoppable (directed by William Goldenberg) which is the festival's Fiction Centerpiece; 2073 (directed by Asif Kapadia) which is the festival's Document Centerpiece; and Flow (directed by Gints Zilbalodis) which is the Family Centerpiece. The festival's Closing Night film is The Piano Lesson (directed by Malcolm Washington).
Newark Arts Festival to Screen "Following Harry" - Documentary on Life of Harry Belafonte 
(NEWARK, NJ) -- Newark Arts Festival 2024 is excited to announce a special screening of the documentary Following Harry, celebrating the extraordinary life and legacy of Harry Belafonte. This event will take place on Saturday, October 12, 2024 at Express Newark, located in the historic Hahnes & Co. Building, as part of the festival's Reimagining Legacy Day. The screening takes place at 4:00pm.
art
New Jersey City University presents a Gerardo Castro Memorial Exhibition 
(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- New Jersey City University (NJCU) is presenting a Gerardo Castro Memorial Exhibition in the Harold B. Lemmerman Gallery through October 17, 2024. Gerardo Castro (1967 – 2024), an esteemed Afro-Puerto Rican artist, taught various art courses at New Jersey City University over two decades after earning his MFA at Pratt Institute and his BFA at NJCU.
Ocean County Library Toms River Branch to Host Ocean County Artists’ Guild Exhibit in October 
(TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- The Ocean County Library Toms River Branch is pleased to present its annual exhibit of works by members of the Ocean County Artists' Guild throughout the month of October. The display in the Second Floor Gallery will feature a wide array of styles and media that OCAG members hope will reflect the Guild's diversity and demonstrate the skills that professionals have honed in their Island Heights studios.
community
Events at MPAC in November 2024 
(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Alas, the holiday season will be upon us before we know it. Just as the Halloween decorations are being taken down, it's time to ramp up the holiday spirit, and Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) will begin holiday programming mid-month with The Illusionists – Magic of the Holidays. There's more than holiday programming in November as well. They've got classic pop from Rick Springfield and KC and the Sunshine Band, the country sounds of Josh Turner, the comedy of Eric D'Alessandro and more.
Wharton Arts Announces 2024-25 Season 
(BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ) -- Wharton Arts, New Jersey's largest independent non-profit performing arts education center, has announced its 2024-25 season, a celebration of creating, experiencing, and sharing joy through the transformative power of the performing arts. This season, Wharton Arts will present an array of performances and programs to ignite joy in audiences of all ages. For a complete listing of concerts and events and to purchase tickets, visit WhartonArts.org.
Events This Week in New Jersey from October 1-8, 2024 
Here is a look at upcoming events taking place from October 1-8, 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.
books
Monmouth Arts to Hold Author Talk and Book Signing for Bill German, Author of "Under Their Thumb: How a Nice Boy from Brooklyn Got Mixed Up With The Rolling Stones" 
(RED BANK, NJ) -- Monmouth Arts will provide a special author talk and book signing with Bill German, author of Under Their Thumb: How a Nice Boy from Brooklyn Got Mixed Up with The Rolling Stones, on Thursday, October 17, 2024 at Kane Brewing at 1750 Bloomsbury Avenue in Ocean Township from 7:00pm-9:00pm. The event is part of the organization's "Artful Experience" series.
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Dan Aubrey to give a talk on Joseph Bonaparte at Trenton City Museum
(TRENTON, NJ) -- The life and loves of noted area 19th century beauty Annette Savage will be the topic of a talk Saturday, February 9, 2025 at Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie. Titled "Le Jeu de l'Amour," the program, led by journalist and writer Dan Aubrey, will explore how Napoleon’s brother and former King of Spain, Joseph Bonaparte, and his American mistress, Annette Savage, found passion and pain in the Trenton and Bordentown region of New Jersey. The event runs from from 2:00pm to 4:00pm.
