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Luna Stage to Present Black Community Performance of QUEEN OF THE NIGHT by travis tate
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 10, 2024


Join Luna Stage for a special performance of QUEEN OF THE NIGHT on Black Community Day.

CANNED GOODS by ATG at Hamilton Stage and Sieminski Theater-Sneak Preview
by Marina Kennedy - May 10, 2024


American Theater Group (ATG), the highly acclaimed professional theatre, continues their successful season with performances of Canned Goods. This world premiere play will run May 9-12 at Hamilton Stage in Rahway and May 16-19 at the Sieminski Theater in Basking Ridge.  Both of the venues are state-of-the-art theaters with generous free parking available.

Final Weekend of Performances Set For Aurway Repertory Theatre's WHAT COMES NEXT?
by Stephi Wild - May 10, 2024


The final weekend of performances is approaching for Aurway Repertory Theatre's production of 'What Comes Next?' Written and composed by Lawrence Dandridge and directed by Veronica Gonmiah, this original musical has been captivating audiences with its poignant story of self-discovery and resilience.

East Lynne Theater Company Will Host its First-Ever Summer Soiree
by Stephi Wild - May 10, 2024


Cape May’s award-winning, Equity professional East Lynne Theater  Company will host its first-ever “Summer Soiree” fundraiser 4-7 p.m., May 26. The limited-ticket  event will be held near Higbee Beach at the stunning, new, carbon-neutral home of an East Lynne  board member. 

Grounds For Sculpture Presents SLOW MOTION-A Fascinating New Exhibition
by Marina Kennedy - May 09, 2024


Broadwayworld had the pleasure of visiting Grounds For Sculpture in Hamilton for a press preview of their extraordinary new exhibition, “Slow Motion,” guest curated by the Monument Lab. 

STEVIEMAC Comes to Centenary Stage This Month
by Stephi Wild - May 09, 2024


Centenary Stage company and the Hackettstown Rotary Club are presenting a one-night-only concert event on May 18th, 2023 at 8:00 PM with the StevieMac: A Fleetwood Mac & Stevie Nicks Experience.

CABARET IN CAPTIVITY Comes to Jersey City Theater Center This Month
by Stephi Wild - May 09, 2024


Jersey City Theater Center has announced Cabaret in Captivity, a poignant and thought-provoking theatrical experience set to take the stage on May 18th at 9:00 PM at 165 Newark Ave. Jersey City, NJ.

JOSEPH... Comes to the Gateway Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - May 09, 2024


Gateway Playhouse in Somers Point will open the first musical of its 2024 mainstage season. “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat,” with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice, will run for two weekends, May 31 to June 2 and June 7 to 9.

HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Makes Its U.S. School Debut
by Joshua Wright - May 08, 2024


Hoboken High School will be the first in the country to stage the Tony Award-winning play, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, from May 15-19, 2024.

¡VOS! World Premiere & More Set for Two River Theater 2024/2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 08, 2024


Discover the lineup for the 2024/2025 season at TWO RIVER THEATER. Learn about the programming and see how to purchase tickets.

Ezra Ezzard named New Managing Director of Crossroads Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - May 08, 2024


Crossroads Theatre Company has named Ezra Ezzard their new managing director.

BANNED IN BOSTON Cabaret Comes to Vivid Stage Next Month
by Stephi Wild - May 08, 2024


Vivid Stage will present a cabaret as a fundraiser for the company on Friday, June 21. The Vivid Ensemble will perform scenes and songs from plays and musicals that have been banned, canceled or protested.

Positive Space Gala Raised $350,000 for VACNJ
by Stephi Wild - May 08, 2024


On Saturday, April 27, the Visual Arts Center of New Jersey (VACNJ) held its annual spring gala at Canoe Brook Country Club, hosting the largest turnout in over a decade.

Crystal A. Dickinson, Brandon J. Dirden & More to Star in GEM OF THE OCEAN at Two River Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 07, 2024


Two River Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for August Wilson's Gem of the Ocean. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Saxophonist Nick Stefanacci to Perform At Williams Center This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 07, 2024


Join renowned saxophonist Nick Stefanacci at the Williams Center in Rutherford, NJ as he unveils his much-anticipated Secrets EP.

Video: Inside Rehearsals For A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey
by Joshua Wright - May 07, 2024


Go inside rehearsals for The Shakespeare Theatre's A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER!

The Actors Studio Of New Jersey Will Host 'Bright Beginnings' Launch Event
by Stephi Wild - May 07, 2024


The Actors Studio of New Jersey has announced the launch of its inaugural event, 'Bright Beginnings,' which will take place on May 23rd, 2024, at Fortes Italian Ristorante in Caldwell, NJ.

The Shakespeare Theatre Will Host Fundraising Concert Event Featuring Matt Doyle
by Stephi Wild - May 07, 2024


The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey has announced “Revelry,” an exclusive fundraising soirée and gala concert set to take place on Thursday, June 13, 2024, at Mead Hall and The F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre on the campus of Drew University.

Art House Productions Announces Lineup for ACCESS JC Fridays On June 7
by A.A. Cristi - May 06, 2024


Join the ACCESS JC Fridays event on June 7, 2024, for a day of shopping, live entertainment, and open studios. This event, announced by Art House Productions, is a highlight of Jersey City's cultural calendar.

Adrian Baidoo & Roy Jackson to Star in QUEEN OF THE NIGHT at Luna Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 06, 2024


Adrian Baidoo, known for his role in Broadway's THE INHERITANCE, and Roy Jackson from the American Conservatory Theatre, are set to star in Luna Stage's upcoming production, QUEEN OF THE NIGHT.

N'Kenge to Host Gala Benefiting Youth Foundation Of Jersey City
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 06, 2024


Join Broadway star N'KENGE at the NIGHT OF BROADWAY Gala, benefiting the Youth Foundation of Jersey City. Enjoy performances from talented local youths and N'KENGE herself at Barrow Mansion. Learn how to purchase tickets!

TROLLS, JR to be Presented at the JCC Metrowest in West Orange
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 06, 2024


Experience the world premiere of TROLLS, JR, a musical adventure featuring local talent at , NJ. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Playground Theatre Project Will Host LOST ANGELS at The Vogel in Red Bank
by Stephi Wild - May 06, 2024


On Wednesday, May 15th at 6:00pm and 8:30pm, Playground Theatre Project will present Lost Angels at the Count Basie Center for the Arts in the Vogel Theatre. These are very rare public performances of the latest edition of this critically acclaimed social issue one-act play that has been touring schools throughout the east coast over the past nine years.

SOPAC to Present Artistic Trifecta Featuring Comedian Liz Glazer This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - May 05, 2024


On Thursday, May 16, the South Orange Performing Arts Center will present three events showcasing the cornerstones of its programming: professional artists on the Mainstage, the next generation of artists in the Herb + Milly Iris Gallery, and the community supporting all arts in the Loft. 

Video: Constantine Maroulis and Teal Wicks Star in Axelrod's EAST CARSON STREET
by Blair Ingenthron - May 05, 2024


East Carson Street, a world-premiere rock musical written by local rocker Joe Grushecky, is now playing at the Bell Theater in the historic Bell Works complex in Holmdel through May 12. Watch video footage from the production here!


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