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theatre
New Jersey Theatre Alliance to Hold the 2025 Combined Auditions March 24-25 
(HILLSIDE, NJ) -- New Jersey Theatre Alliance (NJTA), the service organization for the state and region’s 42 professional theatres, will hold auditions in Enlow Recital Hall on the campus of Kean University in Hillside, NJ on Monday, March 24, 2025 from 10:00am-5:00pm for Equity performers, and Tuesday, March 25, 2025 from 10:00am-5:00pm for Non-Equity performers. This is a fantastic opportunity to be seen by multiple theatres at once. Representatives from their member theatres will follow up with actors directly if they are interested in working with them.
American Theater Group presents "Purlie" Post-Performance Talkback on Friday 
(RAHWAY, NJ) -- American Theater Group (ATG) will present a Talkback session entitled "The Origins of Purlie" following the Fri. March 7, 2025 at 7:00pm performance of Purlie at Hamilton Stage in Rahway. Purlie is the musical version of the play Purlie Victorious and was written by Ossie Davis, Philip Rose and Peter Udell with music by Gary Geld. Hasna Muhammad, daughter of Ossie Davis, is expected to participate in the Talkback, along with members of the cast and creative team. All are welcome to attend.
music
Wharton Arts Day to Bring Music to the Mall at The Mills at Jersey Gardens 
(ELIZABETH, NJ) -- Wharton Arts will bring music to the mall on Sunday, March 16, 2025 from 12:00pm until 6:00pm at The Mills at Jersey Gardens. Families and audiences of all ages are invited to Jersey Gardens for a day of creativity, community, and inspiring performances.
Jazz at Lincoln Center's New Orleans Songbook LIVE! at Kean Stage 
The wonderful world of jazz is on full display this Sunday, February 23, 2025 evening inside Kean University's Enlow Recital Hall in Hillside, NJ as Jazz at Lincoln Center presents a concert of music entitled New Orleans Songbook.
BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 3/3/25 
Lazlo, founder of BlowUpRadio.com (an online radio station based around New Jersey artists), shines a light on some of the many new releases from NJ based musicians each week with this column. This week Lazlo takes a look at new releases by Blisstique, All Systems Go, Fair Panic, Max Rauch, Songbird, and Arlan Feiles. Plus a look back at "Light Up, Lay Back" by The Mother Sound.
comedy
NJPAC presents Earthquake's Annual Father's Day Comedy Show 
(NEWARK, NJ) -- It's not Father's Day without Earthquake and his annual Father's Day comedy show at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC). This year's lineup features DeRay Davis, Chico Bean, and B. Simone, all bringing their side-splitting comedy to the stage. Join them on Sunday, June 15th, 2025 for a night of laughter! Showtime is 7:00pm.
dance
AC Ballet to present "Carmina Burana" and "Cinderella" in Spring Season 
(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- The Atlantic City Ballet has announced its 2025 spring season, a celebration of dance featuring an exciting mix of a classical work and a collaboration with local arts organizations. This season's repertoire showcases the versatility and brilliance of Atlantic City Ballet's dancers with performances of Carmina Burana and Cinderella.
art
An Interactive Celebration of Music and Art at Axelrod Performing Art Center 
(DEAL PARK, NJ) -- The Gallery on Grant, located inside the Axelrod Performing Arts Center in Deal Park, will present an art exhibit entitled "Sounds." This exhibit mirrors Axelrod's upcoming performances of Beautiful: The Carole King Musical and Rock of Ages, in which the themes of love and music intertwine. It highlights six artists, all showcasing their interpretation of music. The exhibit runs from March 14 through August 2025.
poetry
Princeton Second Sunday Poetry Reading to feature Madison Literary Society of Camden County College 
(PRINCETON, NJ) -- Princeton Makes, a Princeton-based artist cooperative, and Ragged Sky Press, a local publisher focused on poetry, will host a Second Sunday Poetry Reading on Sunday, March 9, 2025 at 4:00pm. The readings will take place at the Princeton Makes store in the Princeton Shopping Center.
community
A Trenton Island Adventure: Exploring Local History with Dan Aubrey 
(TRENTON, NJ) -- The hidden life and times of the river islands within the border of the capital city is the topic of a Trenton City Museum discussion on Sunday, March 9, 2025 from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. The talk with accompanying photos and documents will illustrate the beauty of the islands and share recently uncovered historical facts.
kids
State Theatre New Jersey presents Sesame Street Live! Say Hello 
(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents Sesame Street Live! Say Hello on Sunday, March 16, 2025 at 2:00pm. The live show will bring the beloved characters from the iconic Sesame Street to life in a brand-new interactive production.
RVCC Theatre to Present Family Show Highlighting Native Hawaiian Traditions 
(BRANCHBURG, NJ) -- The Theatre at Raritan Valley Community College in Branchburg will present a performance of The Pa'akai We Bring, Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 2:00pm. The show is part of the Theatre's Family Matinee series, designed for children and young teens and their families.
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(AVENEL, NJ) -- Avenel Performing Arts Center presents A Tribute to John Prine with Joe D'Urso & Friends on Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 7:30pm. Artists scheduled to perform include The Ready For Prine Time Players: Michelle Solomon, Gary Solomon, Loren Korevec, Chris Brown, Jake Thistle, Michelle Solomon, David Frye, Chihoe Hahn, and Joe D'Urso.
