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BWW Review: Ken Ludwig's DEAR JACK, DEAR LOUISE at George Street Playhouse Charms
There’s so much to like about the George Street Playhouse (GSP) season opener, Dear Jack, Dear Louise. This is a love story that will please audiences of all ages.
Written by Ken Ludwig and directed by the Playhouse’s Artistic Director, David Saint, the charismatic two-hander checks all the b...
BWW Review: A BRONX TALE at Axelrod Performing Arts Center Portrays A Meaningful Story About Family Loyalty
The Axelrod Performing Arts Center welcomes audiences for the first time since the shutdown. A Bronx Tale: The Musical kicks off the theatre’s 2021-2022 season. This production is directed by original Broadway cast member Richard H. Blake, who played the role of Lorenzo....
BWW Review: RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE STARS HEADLINE 'ZOMBIELAND' AT AMERICAN DREAM at Nickelodeon Universe Theme Park
Yvie Oddly, Aquaria and Brazilian drag DJ Las Bibas from Vizcaya performed the 'Zombieland' dance party at Nickelodeon Universe Theme Park....
BWW Review: WHAT DOESN'T KILL YOU at NJ Rep-A Solo Must-See Show by James Hindman
New Jersey Repertory Company (NJ Rep) makes a triumphant return to live theatre with What Doesn’t Kill You, a comedic, yet thoughtful one-man show, written and performed by acclaimed actor and playwright, James Hindman. ...
SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD at Paper Mill Playhouse Dazzles
Paper Mill Playhouse kicks off their 2021-2022 Season with a dazzling production of 'Songs for a New World.' Sit back and enjoy the music. You will be entertained, inspired, and delighted....
BWW Review: THE EVOLUTION OF (HENRY) MANN by American Theatre Group in Basking Ridge Charms
American Theatre Group (ATG) is now presenting their season opener, 'The Evolution of (Henry) Mann.' This new, modern musical is sure to be a crowd pleaser with its clever theme, a memorable score, and a multi-talented cast....
BWW Review: Crossroads Theatre Company Presents a Powerful Production of WHEN DAY COMES Through 10/10
The Grammy award-winning, internationally renowned a capella group, Sweet Honey in the Rock® is featured in the world-premiere of Crossroads Theatre Company’s production of 'When Day Comes.' The Theatre’s Co-Founder and Artistic Director, Ricardo Khan wrote this captivating, powerful musical sh...
BWW Review: YEAR ONE Now at Premiere Stages is a Gripping, Thought-Provoking Drama
Live theatre is back and Premiere Stages is opening their season with a moving production of the new play, Year One. Set in the early 1930’s in Germany, the show portrays stark divergences in political ideologies within a family during a time of great societal change....
BWW Review: Capital Productions' HELLO DOLLY Celebrates The Exciting Return Of Live Theater
Capital Productions is bringing back live performances with the musical Hello, Dolly! This classic piece has music and lyrics by Jerry Herman and a book by Michael Stewart. It is based on Thornton Wilder's play The Merchant of Yonkers from 1930, which he renamed The Matchmaker in 1955....
BWW Review: The Chatham Community Players Hosts 27TH Annual JERSEY VOICES One-Act Festival
The Chatham Community Players hosts its 27th annual Jersey Voices One-Act Festival. This year's production includes seven original short plays written by New Jersey playwrights....
BWW Review: SNUG at STNJ-An Extraordinary Entertainment Experience on the Outdoor Stage
These are exciting times for The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) as patrons enjoy their summer productions performed on the Outdoor Stage at the bucolic campus of Saint Elizabeth University. We had the pleasure of seeing 'Snug.'...
BWW Review: Dreamcatcher's SUMMER SOLOS series promises a joyous return to in-person performance
Dreamcatcher's Summer Solos, a reading series of one-person plays, promises a joyous return to in-person performance...
Review: BEEHIVE: THE '60's MUSICAL by Paper Mill Playhouse - A Vibrant, Entertaining Streaming Experience
Beehive: The ‘60’s Musical is the final production in Paper Mill Playhouse’s successful streaming season. You don’t have to be a child of the 60’s to enjoy this vibrant production that showcases the music of the decade’s most talented songstresses....
BWW Review: TINY BEAUTIFUL THINGS Inspires at George Street Playhouse
George Street Playhouse (GSP) is currently presenting the virtual play, Tiny Beautiful Things through May 23. Superbly directed by the Playhouse’s Artistic Director, David Saint, the play is based on the best-selling book by Cheryl Strayed, “Tiny Beautiful Things: Advice on Love and Life from De...
BWW Review: Patrick Page Leads a Sumptuous Ensemble in Shakespeare@'s Radio Drama JULIUS CAESAR
Even if Americans weren't recently subjected to the horror of violent deaths and the attempted murder of elected officials inside the U.S. Capitol Building, the issue of representatives desiring the right to carry firearms in congress would be enough to bring new relevance to William Shakespeare's d...
BWW Review: Masquerade Theatre's GREAT EXPECTATIONS Exceeds Expectations
Interpreted for the stage by playwright Gale Childs Daly, the story for “Great Expectations” comes alive through vibrant performances of six actors in true troupe style. While the novel contains more than twenty characters, Daly brings the story to life with Pip, and five narrators who play mult...
BWW Review: BETSY WOLFE: A PANTS OPTIONAL HOLIDAY Live Stream Featuring Jessica Vosk at Holmdel Theatre Company
For those missing live theater and looking for some holiday cheer, you are in luck. Broadway star Betsy Wolfe returned to Holmdel Theatre Company with a live stream concert called “BETSY WOLFE: A PANTS OPTIONAL HOLIDAY (And Other Things I Know In 2020)” after performing a holiday show there last...
BWW Review: Alice Ripley Performs “Songs Under An Evening Sky” Concert at Holmdel Theatre Company
On a brisk fall night with the backdrop of a white barn, guests brought their chairs to a socially-distanced lawn, awaiting Tony Award winner Alice Ripley. She returned to Holmdel Theatre Company for the third time on October 24 to perform “Songs Under An Evening Sky,” an outdoor concert part of...
BWW Review: SHAW! SHAW! SHAW! at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey Shines Bright with Romance and Humor
It's a hit! The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) is now presenting 'Shaw! Shaw! Shaw!' Directed by the Theatre's Artistic Director, Boonie J. Monte, the production showcases three of George Bernard Shaw's short plays....
BWW Review: POE RE-DERANGED at The Eagle Theatre in Poe-sitively Spooky
Pete Gambino's 'Poe Re-Deranged' at The Eagle Theatre is A show that audiences will be RAVEN about!...
BWW Review: Mile Square Theatre Presents SITTING AND TALKING, A Captivating Streaming Production 9/18 to 9/20
Mile Square Theatre of Hudson County is continuing to deliver excellent entertainment for the public. Their streaming series begins with Lia Romeo's play, 'Sitting and Talking' starring Dan Lauria and Wendy Malick....
BWW Review: CRAZY LOVE – The Live Production at The Shakespeare Theatre of NJ Entrances
You'll fall in love with the live theatre production, 'Crazy Love,' now being performed by The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ)....
BWW Review: CONSCIENCE-A World Premiere Play by Joe DiPietro Captivates and Informs at George Street Playhouse
See 'Conscience,' a gripping world premiere play by Joe DiPietro. It is being performed through March 29th at GSP housed in NBPAC. With the exceptional direction of the Playhouse's Artistic Director, David Saint and featuring an outstanding cast of four thespians, 'Conscience' presents a slice of hi...
BWW Review: THE PROMOTION at NJ Rep Brings a Contemporary Story of Office Politics to the Long Branch Stage
There's a lot of office politics and shenanigans happening in Joe Giovanietti's world premiere play, 'The Promotion' now being performed at NJ Rep through April 5. With the creative direction of Evan Bergman and a top-notch cast of four actors, this is a contemporary play that metro area audiences w...
BWW Review: Roald Dahl's MATILDA at Axelrod Performing Arts Center is a Whimsical Book Adaptation Brought to the Stage
The Axelrod Performing Arts Center presents the first musical of its 2020 season, Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical....
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Not the Right Mom Written & Performed by Megan Dolan Avenel Performing Arts Center (5/30-5/30) |
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Monty Python's Spamalot Barn Theatre (5/15-6/06) |
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Hey! I Heard You're Black Unidentified Stages (6/05-6/06) |
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Hollywood Hits: From West Side Story to Spirited Away Count Basie Center for the Arts (10/10-10/10) |
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Disney’s Aladdin KIDS The Vogel at Count Basie Center for the Arts (6/10-6/11) |
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Telegraph Quartet Morris Museum (6/11-6/11) |
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Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl in Concert State Theatre New Jersey (2/28-2/28) |
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Disaster Music Mountain Theatre (5/15-6/07) |
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Parade Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre at the Count Basie Center (11/06-11/08) |
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Discover Tchaikovsky New Jersey Performing Arts Center (5/15-5/15) |
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