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theatre
'Macbeth' at Shakespeare Theatre of NJ - Perfect for this Time of Year 
Macbeth is one of William Shakespeare's most popular plays. Classified as a tragedy, the play provides a look at the lengths a man goes to in order to obtain and keep power. Power and politics: two things that drive people to do things they might not normally do. Such is the case with the characters and plot of Macbeth. That idea alone would be enough to go to see the play.
Catalyst Theater Company presents "Bat Boy: The Musical" in November 
(PLAINFIELD, NJ) -- Catalyst Theater Company presents Bat Boy:The Musical across two weekends (November 8-17, 2024) at duCret Center of Art. The inspiration for Bat Boy was drawn from a 1992 story in Weekly World News, known for publishing bizarre, satirical tales. This American Horror Rock Musical/Comedy captures the unique blend of horror, camp, comedy, and tragedy of the original tabloid story.
NJPAC presents Insidious "The Further You Fear" Reimagined as an Immersive Stage Show 
(NEWARK, NJ) -- One of the most successful horror film franchises of all time is being reimagined as an immersive theatrical stage experience. Insidious: The Further You Fear comes to New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 7:30pm.
Jersey Arts Podcast: Oscar Nominee José Rivera Explores AI and Aging through Theater 
Award-winning playwright José Rivera brings both his writing and directing talents to New Jersey Repertory Company's production, Your Name Means Dream. Rivera's play explores the imagined highs and lows of artificial intelligence through the lens of healthcare–telling the story of Aislin, an aging woman who is being taken care of by Stacy, an A.I. entity.
Lewis Center for the Arts' Program in Theater & Music Theater presents "A Life Worth Living" 
(PRINCETON, NJ) -- The Lewis Center for the Arts' Program in Theater and Music Theater at Princeton University presents A Life Worth Living, a new dramatic-comedy musical by Princeton senior Jeffery Chen. Performance take place November 8-9 and November 14-16, 2024 in the Wallace Theater at the Lewis Arts complex on the Princeton campus.
music
NBPAC presents Greg Hawkes with Eddie Japan performing the Music of The Cars 
(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- As the keyboardist for the legendary Boston band and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame members, The Cars, Greg Hawkes forged the sound of rock's New Wave. Together with Eddie Japan, Hawkes will be performing the Music of The Cars at the New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC) on Friday, November 1, 2024 at 8:00pm.
Montclair State University's Cali Opera Program presents "Hansel & Gretel" on December 7th 
(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Montclair State University's Cali Opera Program is set to present their chamber opera version of Humperdinck's holiday classic Hansel & Gretel (sung in English) on Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 3:00pm & 6:00pm, staring Litha Ashforth, Hailey Ji (Gretels) and Inhye Choi, Mia Grizzuti (Hansels). This fairy tale opera follows brother and sister–, Hansel and Gretel, as they are sent away to gather strawberries after frustrating their exhausted mother.
The Alan Parsons Live Project: Reset and Power Back On Tour comes to bergenPAC 
(ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Grammy Award Winning and Legendary Music Icon, Alan Parsons comes to Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) on Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 8:00pm with the Alan Parsons Live Project: Reset and Power Back On Tour.
Middletown Arts Center to Hold Teen Band Fest on November 16th 
(MIDDLETOWN, NJ) -- The Middletown Arts Center celebrates TEEN bands this fall with the inaugural TEEN Band Fest. All teenage bands with members ages 13-17 are invited to participate in this "Lit" showcase taking place on Saturday, November 16, 2024, from 12:00pm to 4:00pm. This is an exciting opportunity to play on the MAC stage!
State Theatre New Jersey presents Scotty McCreery on November 7th 
(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents Scotty McCreery – Fall of Summer Tour on Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 7:30pm. McCreery has been a household name for nearly half his life, ever since making history in 2011 as both the first country artist and the youngest male artist of any genre to debut his first studio album, the Platinum-certified Clear as Day, at No. 1 on the all-genre Billboard Top 200 Albums chart.
IJS & Greg Burrus Present HWM Harlem Nights Across the Hudson featuring Lee Odom & Michael Gray on October 30th 
(NEWARK, NJ) -- Come for a night of renaissance vibes and cabaret... Harlem World Magazine, the premier lifestyle brand representing all things Harlem, partners with Gregory Burrus Productions, the Institute of Jazz Studies, and NJPAC to bring the spirit of Harlem to Clement's Place for an evening they affectionately call Harlem Nights Across the Hudson on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, from 7:00pm-10:00pm.
Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Love & Let Go" by cr0wcallz 
My Jersey Shore-raised nephew who goes by the stage name cr0wcallz has been killin' it as a DJ in his new hometown of New Hope, as well as his future hometown of Brooklyn.
comedy
Count Basie Center for the Arts presents Capitol Fools on Wednesday 
(RED BANK, NJ) -- If the stress of the presidential election is getting to you, it's time to laugh at the political world with Capitol Fools. They will be bringing laughs to the Count Basie Center for the Arts on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 7:30pm.
film
Teaneck International Film Festival to Open with "Freedom Hair" 
(TEANECK, NJ) -- The 2024 Teaneck International Film Festival opens on Thursday, November 7th with Freedom Hair - a feature based on the real story of a Black woman's fight to start a hair braiding business in Mississippi. The screening begins at 7:30pm.
art
Arts Council presents "The Super Hero's Journey," a Solo Exhibition by Patrick McDonnell, Painter and Creator of MUTTS 
(PRINCETON, NJ) -- The Arts Council of Princeton (ACP) presents The Super Hero's Journey, a solo exhibition of paintings by artist Patrick McDonnell from November 9 to December 7, 2024. McDonnell, a Princeton resident, has entertained audiences for thirty years with MUTTS, his internationally syndicated comic strip. For the first time on the east coast, he will display his large modernist paintings.
Mercer County Photography 2024 Awards Announced; show on view at Trenton City Museum 
(TRENTON, NJ) -- Nine Mercer County photographers received a total of ten awards at the October 13 Opening Reception for Mercer County Photography 2024 at Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie. The biennial juried show, on view in the museum through December 1st, showcases a diverse array of contemporary work by photographers from throughout Mercer County. Most of the show's 55 photographs are available for purchase.
Pro Arts Jersey City presents "Street Symphony: An Urban Art Exhibition" in November 
(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Pro Arts Jersey City presents Street Symphony: An Urban Art Exhibition from November 1-24, 2024 at ART150 Gallery. The exhibit, curated by Josephine Barreiro, showcases the dynamic and eclectic artistic expressions inspired by the urban landscape.
community
Top 15 Most Read Stories At New Jersey Stage From October 20-26, 2024 
Here's a look at the top 15 most read articles published at New Jersey Stage from October 20-26, 2024. Each week we publish about 70 articles, including several original columns and features, along with news releases for events happening throughout the state and nearby areas like Philadelphia and New York City. This week's top 15 includes articles from 10 counties in New Jersey (Atlantic, Bergen, Burlington, Essex, Hudson, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, and Somerset).
Arts & Health Mercer Promotes Wellness Through Special Community Programming 
(MERCER COUNTY, NJ) -- Arts & Health Mercer, a coalition of nearly a dozen arts and cultural organizations in Mercer County, has reunited for a month of special programming. This year's theme, "Creating a Path to Health and Well-Being," is an invitation to the community to take care of your physical, emotional and social health by attending as many events as possible during Arts and Health month this November.
