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
Paper Mill Playhouse Launches The Next Act Campaign 
(MILLBURN, NJ) -- Paper Mill Playhouse recently unveiled The Next Act Campaign, a bold philanthropic campaign that will lead the historic institution into the future and transform Paper Mill into a state-of-the-art theatrical and educational space for patrons, students, artists, and community members.
For the Whim Productions presents "The Tempest" 
(BRIDGETON, NJ) -- For the Whim Productions presents The Tempest from November 8-16, 2024 at Hopeloft in Bridgeton. This version of the Shakespeare classic will be set in a modern, corporate business world with a twist of playful meddling magic.
East Lynne Theater Company Awards Scholarship to Wildwood High School Student Eric Miranda 
(CAPE MAY, NJ) -- East Lynne Theater Company recently presented the East Lynne Young Artist Scholarship to Eric Miranda, a freshman at Wildwood High School. The $500 scholarship was awarded to Miranda at a special event where Wildwood High School students attended a matinee/workshop performance of "Tales of Mystery and Suspense."
Vivid Stage presents the Next Live Episode of Gemstones on November 20th 
(SUMMIT, NJ) -- Vivid Stage, in residence at Oakes Center at 120 Morris Avenue in Summit, is celebrating its 30th Anniversary season, marking decades of bringing contemporary theatre to audiences in the state of New Jersey. Coming up is the third episode of the original series, Gemstones, by Phoebe Farber. Episode 3 runs Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 2:00pm & 8:00pm.
Ryan Silverman to Star as Houdini in "The Impossible Man" 
Broadway star and multiple Drama Desk nominee Ryan Silverman will portray the most famous illusionist and showman of all time in an original musical, The Impossible Man, featuring more than 20 stage illusions, some never presented before. This announcement comes 98 years since Houdini's death.
music
Star of Stage & Screen Mandy Gonzalez Returns to Her Hometown to Perform at SOPAC 
(SOUTH ORANGE, NJ) -- The South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC) proudly announces a stirring performance from local icon-turned-Broadway star Mandy Gonzalez on Sunday, December 8, 2024 at 7:30pm. Known for her work in Tony Award-winning Broadway productions Hamilton and Wicked, and for originating the role of Nina Rosario in Lin-Manuel Miranda's In the Heights, Gonzalez returns to her hometown to perform Home for the Holidays, an evening-length duo performance of seasonal favorites, plus tunes from her signature repertoire.
Joe Deninzon & Stratospheerius to Celebrate New Album and Joe's 50th Birthday on December 15th 
(RUTHERFORD, NJ) -- Join the ProgStock Family and Joe Deninzon & Stratospheerius in celebrating the release of their new album, Impostor!... and, Joe's 50th birthday with music, food, drink...and birthday cake! The event takes place Sunday, December 15, 2024 at the Williams Center (Black Box Theater) from 6:30pm - 11:00pm.
Silverstein to Celebrate 25th Anniversary with Tour that comes to Starland Ballroom 
(SAYREVILLE, NJ) -- Canadian rock band Silverstein is celebrating their 25th year in 2025 with a tour that comes to the Starland Ballroom on Sunday, January 12th. Special guests Thursday and Split Chain will be on the bill as well.
Sinatra Saturday Holiday Celebration and Tribute to Take Place on December 7th 
(AVON-BY-THE-SEA, NJ) -- It's the most wonderful time of the year for a memorable musical afternoon featuring the artistry of Frank Sinatra, along with holiday songs, distinguished guest speakers, and a little light lunch and dessert on the side!
Katchats: How Music Shaped Her Life... Part 1 
When I was growing up, there was always music playing. The first thing my mom did was turn on the radio in our kitchen before even making coffee and breakfast. My mom was the type person who would call into local radio station DJ's and she'd win trips to NYC Dinner Shows and even to Las Vegas. She won a lot by staying tuned in.
film
State Theatre New Jersey presents Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse in Concert 
(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse in Concert on Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 7:30pm. Building on the success of the sold-out global shows of the first Oscar®-winning Spider-Man™ animated Spider-Verse film, comes this highly anticipated sequel, captivating audiences in concert venues worldwide.
State Theatre New Jersey and NJPAC Productions present An Evening with Chevy Chase & National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation 
(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey and NJPAC Productions present An Evening with Chevy Chase & National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation at the State Theatre on Friday, December 5, 2024 at 7:30pm. This unforgettable evening celebrates the timeless classic with a special 35th Anniversary screening of the film followed by a live conversation and Q&A with Chevy Chase, and his wife Jayni.
New Release Review - "Don't Move" 
For as long as I can remember I've had a recurring dream where I'm being pursued by someone or something only to find that I can't move my legs. I end up stuck in one place, awaiting my fate as whatever it is that's on my tail makes its way towards me before I'm rescued by my alarm clock. With Don't Move, directors Adam Schindler and Brian Netto, and writers TJ Cimfel and David White, have created a thriller that's literally the stuff of my nightmares. Like the dream I can't shake, it features a prone protagonist, but there's nothing ambiguous or metaphorical about the antagonist, who is simply another predatory man with a God complex.
dance
StocktonPAC presents Step Afrika! on November 16th 
(GALLOWAY, NJ) -- The first professional company in the world dedicated to the dance tradition of "stepping" will sweep the mainstage at Stockton University's Performing Arts Center on Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 7:30pm.
art
"Leah DeVun: Resemblance" on Display in New Brunswick 
(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- In September, The Center for Women in the Arts at Douglass announced award-winning photographer, scholar, and Rutgers Professor, Leah DeVun as the 2024-2025 Lebowitz Artist-in-Residence at Rutgers University. DeVun's exhibition, Leah DeVun: Resemblance is currently on view until March 14, 2025 in the Mary H. Dana Women Artists Series Galleries, Douglass Library.
Oil Paintings by Debra Kurtz on Display at Ocean County Library Toms River Branch 
(TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- Tranquil scenes of nature become captivating moments of vivid color and perspective when interpreted by Toms River artist Debra Kurtz. The Ocean County Library is pleased to present "Oil Paintings by Debra Kurtz" in the McConnell Gallery, from November 12 through February 28, 2025.
Perkins Center for the Arts presents The United States Veterans and Active Duty Military Exhibition 
(MOORESTOWN, NJ) -- Now through December 16, 2024, local active duty military and veterans will exhibit their artwork at Perkins Center for the Arts in Moorestown. The United States Veterans and Active Duty Military Exhibition is a special exhibition of art by military members and veterans that ranges from in all mediums.
community
Lewis Center for the Arts presents Atelier@Large with Jennifer Finney Boylan, Meredith Monk, and Maria Stepanova 
(PRINCETON, NJ) -- Princeton University's Lewis Center for the Arts presents the next event in the 2024-25 AtelieratLarge conversation series that brings guest artists and intellectuals to campus for public discussions on the challenges they face in making art in the modern world. On November 12, 2024, Princeton's Howard G.B. Clark '21 University Professor in the Humanities and Director of the Princeton Atelier Paul Muldoon will be joined by writer Jennifer Finney Boylan; composer, performer, director, vocalist, filmmaker, and choreographer Meredith Monk; and poet Maria Stepanova with translator Sasha Dugdale.
OceanFirst Foundation Awards $30,000 in Scholarships to Brookdale Community College Students 
(LINCROFT, NJ) -- Brookdale Community College is proud to announce that OceanFirst Foundation has awarded $30,000 in scholarships to 30 deserving students for the 2024-2025 academic year. This generous contribution continues a partnership that has spanned over 20 years, supporting students as they pursue their educational goals and future careers.
