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theatre
Algonquin Arts Theatre presents Irving Berlin's White Christmas 
(MANASQUAN, NJ) -- Algonquin Arts Theatre presents Irving Berlin's White Christmas across three weekends from December 7-21, 2024. The musical features Music and Lyrics by Irving Berlin, Book by David Ives and Paul Blake, and is based upon the classic Paramount Pictures film. It was written For the Screen by Norman Krasna, Norman Panama and Melvin Frank.
"She's NorMale – A Transgender Odyssey" to Debut in Asbury Park 
(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- She's NorMale – A Transgender Odyssey, a groundbreaking live multimedia musical production by Geenetica (Geena Buono), will premiere on Sunday, December 8, 2024, at the House of Independents in Asbury Park. This matinee event will run from 3:00pm to 5:00pm, with doors and bar opening at 2:00pm. An afterparty will follow from 5:00pm to 7:00pm.
music
Split Level Concerts presents Griffin House at the Jersey Shore Arts Center on December 21st 
(OCEAN GROVE, NJ) -- Critically acclaimed singer/songwriter and storyteller Griffin House will perform at the Jersey Shore Arts Center in Ocean Grove on Saturday, December 21, 2024 as part of the Split Level Concerts series. Touring and making records for over 20 years, Griffin House has a discography that includes more than 15 albums and EPs. New Jersey native Cranston Dean will open the show. Showtime is 8:00pm.
UCPAC presents Cherish the Ladies Celtic Christmas 
(RAHWAY, NJ) -- The Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) presents Cherish the Ladies Celtic Christmas on Sunday, December 8, 2024 at 3:00pm. One of the most engaging and successful ensembles in the history of Celtic music, Cherish The Ladies have shared timeless Irish traditions with audiences worldwide for over thirty years. In Cherish The Ladies Celtic Christmas, the Ladies put their signature mark on classic carols such as "O Come All Ye Faithful" and "Silent Night."
Art House Productions & Tris McCall present Songs & Stories 
(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- On Friday, December 6, 2024, Art House Productions & Tris McCall present Songs & Stories. McCall and his band will present twelve of these songs alongside McCall's Almanac, a collection of corresponding short stories. Showtime is 8:00pm. Admission is free.
Trombone Shorty LIVE! at BergenPAC 
Something beautiful is about to happen this Wednesday, November 20, 2024 evening at Englewood, NJ's BergenPAC as music lovers ready themselves for a live concert by Trombone Shorty and Orleans Avenue.
Celebrate Hanukkah at StocktonPAC with A Cappella Group The Maccabeats on December 8th 
(GALLOWAY, NJ) -- The a cappella group The Maccabeats will perform "A Maccabeats Hanukkah" at the Stockton University Performing Arts Center on Sunday, December 8, 2024 at 2:00pm.
Asbury Park Theater Company presents A Big Band Holiday to Remember Fundraiser & Concert 
(OCEAN GROVE, NJ) -- Asbury Park Theater Company (APTCo) presents A Big Band Holiday To Remember, an Asbury Park Theater Company Fundraising Event on Saturday, December 14, 2024 featuring Asbury Park music community artists, Broadway performers, and starring guest band leader Remember Jones and his 17 piece big band! The event takes place at the Jersey Shore Arts Center, showtime is 7:30pm.
Katchats: My Musical Journey Part 2 
In 1978, I relocated to Southern California, but by 1989 my first husband and I separated then divorced. After a trip back to New Jersey to attend a childhood friend's wedding, I made the decision to stay in New Jersey to raise my 6 year old daughter and my one and 1/2 year old son. There was something special about raising my children where I grew up and surrounding them with my parents and family. After four years in New Jersey, I reacquainted with a school friend, who had always had a crush on me. We were married in 1993. Finally I was back home!
V. Shayne Frederick & Co: A Joyful Jazzy Holiday at Lyceum Hall 
(BURLINGTON, NJ) -- On Saturday, December 14, 2024, the City of Burlington, Mayor Barry Conaway, and Lyceum Hall Center for the Arts' co-artistic directors, Barbara Fisher and Patty Howard will welcome the V. Shayne Frederick Trio for a Joyful Jazzy Holiday! Showtime is 6:30pm.
Golden Oldies Extravaganza LIVE! at The Strand 
Inside Lakewood, NJ's Strand Theater this November 16, 2024 evening, music fans live for today as they ready themselves for a Golden Oldies Extravaganza starring The Grass Roots, The Cyrkle, The Brooklyn Bridge, The Vogues, The Chiclettes, The Coda Band, and Vinnie Medugno.
Makin Waves Song of the Week: "A Pocketful of Christmas" by The NEW Bardōts 
The air cooling, the wind blowing, and leaves falling down signal the time for The NEW Bardōts to keep a band tradition alive by releasing a new holiday song.
dance
Jersey City Nutcracker Returns to the Nimbus Arts Center this December 
(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- This holiday season, Nimbus Dance's Jersey City Nutcracker returns to the Nimbus Arts Center with 15 public performances from December 6-22, 2024, plus additional schooltime matinees for local students and groups. Now in its 14th year, Nimbus' lively and contemporary interpretation of Tchaikovsky's classic delights audiences of all ages with a heartwarming story set right in the heart of Jersey City.
poetry
OpenRoad Poetry Spoken Word Celebration to Take Place December 8th 
(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- The Box Café JC teams up with OpenRoad Poetry to present the OpenRoad Poetry Spoken Word Celebration on Sunday, December 8, 2024 at 1:00pm. Capacity is limited, tickets are $20.00 and include a showcase from Tri-State Area-based artists Crystal Letters, Kathy Kremins, Sean Battle, JRose, Paul Con Queso, and Dujuana Sharese. This event is open to the public and is family-friendly.
community
Top 15 Most Read Stories At New Jersey Stage From November 24-30, 2024 
Here's a look at the top 15 most read articles published at New Jersey Stage from November 24-30, 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 6 counties in New Jersey (Atlantic, Bergen, Essex, Mercer, Middlesex, and Ocean).
Monmouth County Park System hosts The Creative Arts Center Exhibit & Sale 
(LINCROFT, NJ) -- The Monmouth County Park System will host The Creative Arts Center Exhibit & Sale from Saturday, December 7 to Friday, December 13, 2024 at the Thompson Park Creative Arts Center. This exhibit celebrates the original artwork of the Creative Arts Center's students and instructors. With many pieces available for purchase, this is the perfect place to kick off your holiday shopping or find a beautiful piece for your home.
Somerset County Historic Preservation Grant Program Celebrates 25 Years, 3 New Grant Awardees 
The Somerset County Historic Preservation Grant Program, an innovative program that was the first of its kind in New Jersey, is celebrating its 25th year of awards.
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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.
