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theatre
Princeton University's High Meadows Environmental Institute and Lewis Center for the Arts and The Civilians theater company announce second-year Next Forever artist commissions 
(PRINCETON, NJ) -- Princeton University's High Meadows Environmental Institute and Lewis Center for the Arts and The Civilians, a New York City-based theater company, announce the 2024-25 artists of their collaborative initiative, The Next Forever, Kate Douglas and Kate Tarker.
Paper Mill Playhouse presents "Mystic Pizza" - A New Musical 
(MILLBURN, NJ) -- Paper Mill Playhouse presents Mystic Pizza - a new musical based on the 1988 movie which starred Julia Roberts - from January 29 through February 23, 2025. Mystic Pizza is a new musical about three working-class girls who navigate the complexities of life, love and family in a small-town pizza joint.
Next episode of "Gemstones" A Vivid Stage original series comes in January 
(SUMMIT, NJ) -- Vivid Stage 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. The series blends the best storytelling qualities of mainstage performances with the exhilarating fun of improv. Episode 4 runs Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 2:00pm and Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 8:00pm.
music
Lizzie Rose Music Room presents The Rachel Z Trio featuring Omar Hakim on February 8th 
(TUCKERTON, NJ) -- Lizzie Rose Music Room presents The Rachel Z Trio featuring Omar Hakim on Saturday, February 8, 2025. Rachel Z is a keyboardist with a long history of award-winning performances in the worlds of jazz and rock. Omar Hakim is widely known as a rock and pop, jazz and jazz fusion drummer / producer / composer and arranger. Doors are at 7:00pm, showtime is 7:30pm.
Keith Roth Releases Single from First Solo Album 
Keith Roth's career has included being the lead singer and guitarist with The Dictators and Frankenstein 3000. A veteran musician and songwriter for more than 30 years, he has recorded on over 50 records as well as producing, performing, touring and writing with many music icons.
Celebrate the Holidays this Weekend with "The Kelsey Holiday Extravaganza" 
(WEST WINDSOR, NJ) -- It's the ultimate holiday celebration in song when Off-Centre Stages presents "The Kelsey Holiday Extravaganza (Remixed)," with four performances from December 20-22, 2025 at the Kelsey Theatre on Mercer County Community College's (MCCC) West Windsor Campus.
Makin Waves Song of the Year: "My God" by James Mastro 
The poignant, engaging "My God" not only sets the tone of Hoboken legend James Mastro's long-awaited solo debut LP, "Dawn of a New Error," it also is the Makin Waves Song of the Year.
Mandy Gonzalez is "Home for the Holidays" LIVE! at SOPAC 
Musical theater fans inside South Orange, NJ's SOPAC auditorium this Sunday, December 8, 2024 evening ready themselves for a Home for the Holidays performance by Broadway star and South Orange resident, Mandy Gonzalez.
The Discovery Orchestra to present "Discover Angelitos Negros", a Special Black History Month Concert with Songs, Opera Excerpts, Hispanic Folk Music and Spirituals 
(NEWARK, NJ) -- The Discovery Orchestra (TDO), the Emmy Award-nominated and Telly Award-winning orchestra, which has introduced millions around the world to the rewards of classical music listening through its Discovery Concerts(TM), will present a special Black History Month performance this February.
Morristown ONSTAGE 2025 Acts Announced 
(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- The Morris Educational Foundation (MEF) has announced the 16 acts that will perform in the 18th annual Morristown ONSTAGE fundraising event. Featuring the best amateur talent from Morristown, Morris Plains and Morris Township, the show will be held on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at the Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC).
dance
State Theatre New Jersey presents Step Afrika 
(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents Step Afrika! on Friday, January 17, 2025 at 7:30pm. Step Afrika! blends percussive dance styles, traditional African dances, stepping, and contemporary dance and art forms into a powerful artistic experience. Much more than a dance show, Step Afrika! also integrates songs, storytelling, humor, and audience participation.
art
Atlantic Highlands Art Council Issues Open Call for "Mixed Emotions" photography exhibition 
(ATLANTIC HIGHLANDS, NJ) -- The Atlantic Highlands Arts Council has issued an Open Call for "Mixed Emotions" - a juried photography exhibition that will run from March 8 through April 12, 2025. The exhibit juror is Bruce Cohn. Submissions are due January 25, 2025.
community
Somerset County Launches Innovative Docent Training Program for History Lovers 
Learn how to make history come to life by joining Somerset County’s Docent Training Program, the first-ever collaborative training program for history docents in New Jersey. The program is available to New Jersey residents aged 18 or older.
2024 Holiday Made in Monmouth was a massive success 
(LINCROFT, NJ) -- The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners announced that the 2024 Holiday Made in Monmouth was a massive success, with more than 250 vendors and a record-breaking number of shoppers attending the expo at Brookdale Community College on Saturday, December 14.
Bally's Atlantic City Spreads Holiday Cheer Through Community Initiatives 
(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- Bally's Atlantic City is embracing the spirit of the season by partnering with local organizations to bring joy and support to those in need during the holiday season. This year, Bally's has launched several initiatives aimed at providing gifts and assistance to vulnerable populations in the community.
Mercer County Executive Dan Benson Delivers 'State of the County: Year in Review' Address 
(TRENTON, NJ) -- Speaking to an audience of nearly 200 at a meeting of the Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber, Mercer County Executive Dan Benson reflected on a year of significant progress, highlighting his administration's work fixing the county's finances, expanding community services, promoting economic development, and breaking ground on several important infrastructure projects.
books
Braille Institute Library to Host Livestream Event with Pulitzer Prize Finalist Andrew Leland on January 16th 
(LOS ANGELES, CA) / GLOBE NEWSWIRE -- The Braille Institute Library is excited to announce a special event featuring Andrew Leland, acclaimed author and Pulitzer Prize finalist. This free event will take place on Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 2:00pm (EST) and will be livestreamed, as well as held in person at the Los Angeles Braille Institute Library in Los Angeles.
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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.
