Carl Wallnau News

Yesmina Reza's 'Art' has been described as many things by many people. This winter, see her universal observations brought to life by a veteran company at Centenary Stage Company.

Critics are raving about Centenary Stage Company's all - star production of Yasmina Reza's Tony Award winning Art which continues its run in the Lackland Performing Arts Center now through March 4. "This production directed by the multi-talented Anne Occhiogrosso, starring a trio of outstanding Broadway, film and television vets, Randall Duk Kim, Kevin Carolan and CSC's own Carl Wallnau provides an exceptional theater experience worthy of any stage." (Rick Busciglio, NJ Footlights).

Written by Yasmina Reza, translated by Christopher Hampton and directed by theatre legend Anne Occhiogrosso, Centenary Stage Company's mainstage theatrical season continues in the Lackland Performing Arts Center this Friday, February 16 at 8PM with Reza's 1998 Tony Award and 1996 Olivier Award winning comedy Art.  "Wildly funny, naughtily provocative…" says the NY Post, it all begins when Serge buys an expensive painting by a celebrated artist.  A white canvas with white diagonal lines.  Old friends square off over the canvas, using it as an excuse to hilariously batter one another over various slights and failures.  Art is a hilarious exploration of the very notion of what constitutes art while examining the meaning of friendship.  'Anyone looking for a play that is funny, sophisticated, stylish, stimulating and moving should go to 'ART'.' (Independent, London).

Written by Yasmina Reza, translated by Christopher Hampton and directed by Anne Occhiogrosso, Centenary Stage Company's mainstage theatrical season continues in the Lackland Performing Arts Center with Reza's 1998 Tony Award and 1996 Olivier Award winning comedy Art from February 16 through March 4.  "Wildly funny, naughtily provocative…" says the NY Post, it all begins when Serge buys an expensive painting by a celebrated artist.  A white canvas with white diagonal lines.  Old friends square off over the canvas, using it as an excuse to hilariously batter one another over various slights and failures.  Art is a hilarious exploration of the very notion of what constitutes art while examining the meaning of friendship.  'Anyone looking for a play that is funny, sophisticated, stylish, stimulating and moving should go to 'ART'.' (Independent, London).

If you always wanted to see 'Newsies,' now's your chance. The Centenary Stage Company is performing a wonderful production of this Broadway hit for their 'Family Holiday Spectacular.' Directed and choreographed by Michael Blevins with musical direction by Jarred Lee, the show features a talented cast, a live orchestra, and excellent staging.

There's just one weekend left to see Bakersfield Mist, an exceptional production now being presented at the Morris Museum's Bickford Theatre. This award-winning play by Stephen Sachs features expert direction by the theatre's Producing Artistic Director, Eric Hafen along with remarkable performances by Kim Zimmer and Carl Wallnau.

The Bickford Theatre at the Morris Museum will produce the award-winning comedy/drama Bakersfield Mist by Stephen Sachs from October 26 to November 5 under the direction of the Producing Artistic Director Eric Hafen.

Centenary Stage Company's professional production of The Learned Ladies is coming to a close and time is running out to catch what audiences and critics alike are raving about.

The Bickford Theatre at the Morris Museum will produce the award-winning comedy/drama Bakersfield Mist by Stephen Sachs from October 26 to November 5 under the direction of the Producing Artistic Director Eric Hafen.

The Centenary Stage Company opens their exciting theatre season with 'The Learned Ladies' now through October 22nd. Moliere's classic comedy has never looked so good. Wonderfully adapted by playwright, Freyda Thomas, the show features the finest direction by Carl Wallnau and an outstanding cast of thespians.

Audiences and critics alike are raving over Centenary Stage Company's The Learned Ladies which continues its run in the Lackland Performing Arts Center now through October 22. Remaining performances areThursday, October 12 and 19 at 7:30PM; Friday, October 13 and 20 at 8PM; Saturday, October 14 and 21 at 8PM;Sunday, October 15 and 22 at 2pm and Wednesday, October 18 at 2PM.

Playwright Freyda Thomas will travel to Hackettstown to join the cast and artistic team of the Centenary Stage Company on Sunday, Oct 8 for a special talk back with the audience following the matinee performance of the comedy The Learned Ladies which Thomas adapted from Moliere's original.

Centenary Stage Company announces cast for upcoming production of Freyda Thomas' hilarious contemporary re-imagining of Moliere's penultimate play The Learned Ladies. Presented in the Lackland Performing Arts Center the production will run from October 6 through October 22 in the over 500 seat state of the art Sitnik Theatre.

The Bickford Theatre at the Morris Museum is pleased to announce the cast of their upcoming production of Bakersfield Mist. The play will be directed by Bickford Theatre Producing Artistic Director Eric Hafen. Bakersfield Mist will be performed from October 26 - November 5, 2017. The book is written by Stephen Sachs.

In a proclamation dated September 19, 2017, Morristown Mayor Timothy P. Dougherty declared that October 23, 2017 will be known as New Jersey Theatre Alliance Day. On that day, New Jersey Theatre Alliance ( the Alliance ) will host Curtain Call, its annual celebration of theatre, at the Westin Governor Morris in Morristown, honoring the artistic directors of its member theatres for their dedication and artistic vision, and Atlantic Health System for its support of theatre programming that enhances the health and wellbeing of New Jersey residents. The event, which is open to the public, will take place from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and includes buffet stations, wine and beer, entertainment, a silent auction, and a raffle.

Centenary Stage Company announces cast for upcoming production of Freyda Thomas' hilarious contemporary re-imagining of Moliere's penultimate play The Learned Ladies. Presented in the Lackland Performing Arts Center the production will run from October 6 through October 22 in the over 500 seat state of the art Sitnik Theatre.

Centenary Stage Company launches 2017 - 18 professional theatre season October 6 through 22 in the Lackland Performing Arts Center with Freyda Thomas' hilarious reimagining of Moliere's penultimate screwball comedy, The Learned Ladies.

Continuing its tradition of nurturing young artists, Centenary Stage Company is offering the TYRO Acting Program for the fall of 2017.  The fall session runs September 6 through November 15 and will meet on Wednesdays from 4:30pm to 5:30pm.  No class will be held on Wednesday November 1.