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
Theater League of Clifton to Hold Auditions for Dinner/Theater Murder Mystery Comedy 
(CLIFTON, NJ) -- The Theater League of Clifton will hold auditions for its next dinner/theater production, "Girls Night Out," on December 3-4, 2024 from 7:00pm-9:00pm, at Mario's Restaurant (710 Van Houten Avenue) in Clifton. Call backs will be on December 5th.
Classic American Tales to Hold Christmas Party 
(CAPE MAY, NJ) -- Classic American Tales (CAT) is throwing a little party to celebrate a successful 2024 Season and give a peek into the 2025 Season on Sunday, December 8, 2024 from 4:00pm – 7:00pm. The Cape May, NJ location will be revealed to attendees who purchase tickets.
WHATCo presents "Love and Communication" as part of River's Edge Stage Series 
(KEARNY, NJ) -- The West Hudson Arts & Theater Co (WHATCo) presents Love and Communication, a play by award-winning Princeton playwright James Christy Jr., as part of its River's Edge Stage series the weekend of December 6-7, 2024. This limited production follows the surreal journey of parents desperate to find the right treatment for their autistic son, only to find their efforts putting their marriage at risk.
PHOTOS from "The Color Purple: The Musical" by Phoenix Productions 
(RED BANK, NJ) -- Phoenix Productions, the community theatre company at the Count Basie Center for the Arts, is presenting The Color Purple: The Musical, featuring the community theatre company's first all-Black cast, from November 15-17, 2024. Photographer John Posada was on hand to take photos.
The production showcases the company's ongoing commitment to diversity and inclusion through casting and title selections that fulfill a mission to create a space where talented people are encouraged to do their best work.
Livingston Theatre Company presents "Something Rotten!" 
(PISCATAWAY, NJ) -- The Livingston Theatre Company presents Something Rotten! from November 21-24, 2024. Come see two brothers set out to write the world's first musical in this hilarious mash-up of sixteenth-century Shakespeare and twenty-first-century Broadway.
music
SOPAC presents An Evening with Andy McKee 
(SOUTH ORANGE, NJ) -- The South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC) presents the Mainstage debut of internationally acclaimed guitarist and composer Andy McKee on Friday, March 14, 2025 at 7:30pm. The event is co-presented with NJPAC Productions and spotlights both McKee's incredible talent and SOPAC's storied and evolving relationship with the New Jersey Performing Arts Center.
The Loser's Lounge presents The David Bowie Birthday Party at White Eagle Hall 
(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Joe McGinty & The Loser's Lounge return to White Eagle Hall to celebrate David Bowie's birthday on Saturday, January 11, 2025! This is a special night that will bring together the beautifully expansive catalog of Bowie's incredible music with the wonderfully eclectic cast of The Loser's Lounge. Doors are at 7:00pm, showtime is 8:00pm.
RVCC Jazz Band to Perform December 12th 
(BRANCHBURG, NJ) -- The Raritan Valley Community College (RVCC) Jazz Band will perform in concert Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 7:30pm. The performance will be held in the Welpe Theatre at the Branchburg campus. The Jazz Band is directed by RVCC Adjunct Faculty Dr. Oliver Santana, a gifted saxophonist, woodwind doubler, arranger, and educator who has been on the music scene for close to 30 years.
Dionne Warwick LIVE! at BergenPAC 
Music lovers on Englewood, NJ's North Van Brunt Street don't walk on by BergenPAC this Thursday, November 7, 2024 evening and, instead, make their way inside for a live performance by the legendary singer and recording artist Dionne Warwick.
The Levoy Theatre presents Jane Lynch's "A Swingin' Little Christmas" 
(MILLVILLE, NJ) -- The Levoy Theatre presents Jane Lynch's "A Swingin' Little Christmas" on Tuesday, December 3, 2024. Emmy Award and Golden Globe Award winning actress is joined by Kate Flannery, Tim Davis, and The Tony Guerrero Quintet. Doors are at 6:00pm; Showtime is 7:00pm.
Ramapo College presents The Classics IV on December 7th 
(MAHWAH, NJ) -- Sharp Theater at Ramapo College of New Jersey presents The Classics IV on Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 8:00pm. The band was one of the most popular and influential pop groups of the 60s and 70s.
Makin Waves Song of the Week: "All Fall Down" by Richard Barone & Darryl McDaniels 
Is everybody happy?!
Well, you should be with "All Fall Down," the new colab between Hoboken legend Richard Barone and hip-hop pioneer Darryl McDaniels of Run-D.M.C.
art
Oyster Point Gallery presents Five Years - Ten Artists in Residence 
(RED BANK, NJ) -- In 2020, Don Harger was an artist with an inventory problem. He had hundreds of paintings which were headed to storage. He also had a good friend, Bob McKay. Bob called his art contacts to let them know Don's plight. "And, by the way, how can you help?" he asked.
Arts Council of Princeton presents Crafting a Heart - Workshop with Gisele Fetterman and Diana Weymar 
(PRINCETON, NJ) -- The Arts Council of Princeton (ACP) presents an intimate workshop with Gisele Fetterman and craftivist Diana Weymar on Wednesday December 4, 2024 at 6:30pm. Attendees will learn to create a unique mosaic heart out of ceramic and tile pieces and learn more about using art to transform anxiety into action.
community
Skylands Stadium's Light Show & Christmas Village Runs through End of Year 
(AUGUSTA, NJ) -- Celebrate the holiday season with Skylands Stadium's Light Show & Christmas Village, a dazzling, family-friendly experience open from November 22 through December 30, 2024. This year's spectacular one-mile drive-through light show features over two million lights, including enchanting tunnels, a wreath arch, and delightful displays like skating bears and dancing trees.
Seton Hall University presents 15th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on December 3rd 
(SOUTH ORANGE, NJ) -- Grab your blue Santa hats as Seton Hall University marks its 15th annual Christmas at the Hall celebration with its renowned Tree Lighting Ceremony on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, on the University Green on the South Orange Campus. This free festive celebration promises an evening filled with holiday cheer, featuring live performances, seasonal treats and a chance to join in the spirit of giving. The event begins at 6:00pm.
Top 15 Most Read Stories At New Jersey Stage From November 10-16, 2024 
Here's a look at the top 15 most read articles published at New Jersey Stage from November 10-16, 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 7 counties in New Jersey (Atlantic, Bergen, Gloucester, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, and Ocean).
Morven Museum Announces 19th Annual Festival of Trees 
(PRINCETON, NJ) -- Morven Museum & Garden announced the return of the beloved annual Festival of Trees. Beginning Wednesday, November 20, through Sunday, January 5, 2025, Morven's museum galleries will feature displays of creativity from local nonprofits, artists, schools, garden clubs, community groups, and more.
2024 Holiday Made in Monmouth to Take Place December 14th 
(LINCROFT, NJ) -- The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners has announced the 2024 Holiday Made in Monmouth will take place on Saturday, December 14, from 10:00am to 4:00pm in the Robert J. Collins Arena at Brookdale Community College.
