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JCTC Presents 'Giselle's Florence Foster Jenkins Schubertiade Review'
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2023
Jersey City Theater Center will present Giselle's Florence Foster Jenkins Schubertiade Review, a celebration of music & the arts while parodying the barriers and business that surround them.
New Jersey Symphony Receives $1.5 Million To Continue Colton Fellowship Through 2028
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2023
The New Jersey Symphony has announced that it has received a generous donation of $1.5 million from Stewart and Judith Colton to continue providing professional development opportunities to musicians and conductors from historically marginalized backgrounds.
Frank Sinatra and Nelson Riddle Fondly Remembered At Swingin' Event
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2023
The swingin' sold out event, Sinatra & Dessert, held on Sunday afternoon May 7th, 2023, at the Avon Marina Building in Avon-By-The-Sea, New Jersey, honored musical icons Frank Sinatra and Nelson Riddle, with a few added surprises.
Photos: Visual Arts Center Of New Jersey Hosts 90th Anniversary Gala
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2023
On Saturday, April 29, the Visual Arts Center of New Jersey (VACNJ) held its largest fundraising event of the year at Canoe Brook Country Club in Summit. Shine On VACNJ’s 90th Anniversary Gala, raised a record-breaking $373,500 to support the Art Center’s powerful arts programming. Check out photos here!
Premiere Stages At Kean University Announces Semi-Finalists For 2023 Play Festival
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2023
Premiere Stages, the professional theatre company in residence at Kean University, has announced the 2023 Premiere Play Festival Semi-Finalists.
OTHER DESERT CITIES Comes to Kelsey Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2023
Theater to Go in partnership with Kelsey Theatre presents OTHER DESERT CITIES Produced and directed by Ruth Markoe. The play will run for two weekends from May 26- June 4 Fridays and Saturdays at 8PM and Sundays at 2PM at Kelsey Theatre in West Windsor NJ on the campus of Mercer County Community College.
Moe-tion Dance Theater To Perform At Centenary University, June 4
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2023
Under the artistic direction of Maureen Glennon Clayton, moe-tion dance theater will present an afternoon of work as part of the Centenary Stage Company's season at Centenary University on Sunday, June 4, 2023, 3:00pm.
Kerry Butler and Eden Espinosa to Join Robert Bannon for THE BROADWAY LECTURE SERIES
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2023
Tony-Nominated funny lady Kerry Butler and Wicked-alum Eden Espinosa will join host Robert Bannon at StageWorks in Pompton Lakes, NJ, as a part of the theater company’s Broadway Lecture Series.
Organist Paul Jacobs Will Perform At Christ Church In Short Hills This Month
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2023
Christ Church in Short Hills welcomes Grammy-award winning organist Paul Jacobs for a solo recital concert on Sunday, May 21, 2023 at 4:00 pm.
Aspire PAC Presents THE PROM
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2023
Aspire Performing Arts Company is one of the first youth community theatre companies to present the smash Broadway hit musical, The Prom, running May 11 through May 13 at Butler High School.
True Colors Project Presents STORME
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2023
Based on a true story and real events, Carolyn M.Brown's STORME tells the story of Stormé DeLarverie – a big band singer going under the name of Stormy Dale – a male impersonator of Harlem's famed Jewel Box Revue (America's first racially integrated and gay-owned drag show) who became an icon of the historic 1969 Stonewall Rebellion. She has been called the “Rosa Parks of the Gay Rights Movement.”
American Theater Group Presents Searing Drama RIGHT TO BE FORGOTTEN  At Sieminski Theater & JCC MetroWest
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2023
Following the success of its season opening production of Parade, American Theater Group (ATG), Central Jersey's professional regional theater company, has announced its next production -- Right to Be Forgotten -- a searing new drama by Sharyn Rothstein.  The show will run June 8-10th at JCC MetroWest in West Orange, NJ and June 15-18th at the Sieminski Theater in Basking Ridge. 
Comedian Gary Gulman Returns To NJPAC For Stand Up Comedy and Book Tour
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2023
Gary Gulman, one of the greatest stand-up comedians today, returns to NJPAC on Thursday, September 21, 2023 at 8 p.m., for stand-up comedy and book tour.
The HHS Theatre Company Presents THANK YOU FOR FLUSHING MY HEAD IN THE TOILET AND OTHER RARELY USED EXPRESSIONS
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2023
The HHS Theatre Company will perform their spring play Thank You for Flushing My Head in the Toilet and Other Rarely Used Expressions by Jonathan Dorf, on Friday May 5th and Saturday May 6th, at 7 p.m.. at Hillsborough High School (466 Raider Blvd). Doors open at 6:30.
REVIEW: TALES FROM THE GUTTENBERG BIBLE at George Street Playhouse Tells the Amazing and Fascinating Story of Film Star, Steve Guttenberg
by Marina Kennedy - May 02, 2023
'Tales from the Guttenberg Bible' is now on stage at George Street Playhouse (GSP). This is a must-see show starring Steve Guttenberg who recounts his incredible journey as a movie star.
Axelrod PAC to Host Pride Events, SETH'S BROADWAY CONCERT SERIES with Seth Rudetsky and Beth Leavel
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2023
In celebration of Jersey PRIDE weekend, Sirius XM radio host Seth Rudetsky brings his Broadway concert series to the Axelrod PAC on Saturday, June 3 at 8 PM, teaming up with Tony Award-winner Beth Leavel.
Kate Burton, Eden Espinosa, and More Announced for Two River Theater's Spring Fundraising Gala
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2023
Three-time Tony Award nominee and Emmy nominee Kate Burton, Broadway's Eden Espinosa, three-time Tony nominee Christopher Fitzgerald, Barrymore Award winner and Drama Desk Award nominee Orville Mendoza, and Brazilian singer, actor, and songwriter Marina Pires will regale attendees with a fun-filled musical concert celebrating the announcement of Two River Theater's 30th Anniversary 2023/2024 season.  
Local Non-Profits Partner For A Weekend Of Events Celebrating Juneteenth
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2023
Morristown Juneteenth Weekend brings together five non-profit organizations to create a three-day event that commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans.
SPIDER-MAN INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE LIVE IN CONCERT Comes to NJPAC
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2023
SPIDER-MAN INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE will be heading to NJPAC for a live concert performance on Friday, October 6, 2023 at 7 PM. The screening of the Academy Award-winning animated film from Sony will be accompanied by a live orchestra, band, and turntables playing music from the score and soundtrack.
Players Guild of Leonia Presents FLOWERS IN YOUR HAIR: A 60s Musical Revue
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2023
Get ready to step back in time with Flowers in Your Hair - A 60's Musical Revue at the Players Guild of Leonia. From May 19th through the 21, 2023, the Guild will showcase this exciting production at its theater located at 130 Grand Ave., Leonia, NJ 07605.
PAW PATROL LIVE Comes to NJPAC in December
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2023
​​​​​​​Nickelodeon and VStar Entertainment Group present PAW Patrol Live! “The Great Pirate Adventure.” This action-packed, music-filled production is based on the top-rated animated preschool series PAW Patrol, produced by Spin Master Entertainment and airing on Nickelodeon. Guests will see Ryder and his team of pups embark on a pirate-themed adventure to uncover hidden treasure.
State Theatre New Jersey Presents LeAnn Rimes, May 20
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2023
The fully renovated State Theatre New Jersey presents LeAnn Rimes the story...so far tour on Saturday, May 20 at 8pm. Opening for LeAnn Rimes is special guest, Williams Honor. Tickets range from $39-$69.  
Centenary Stage Company Announces Summerfest Lineup Of Concerts And Musical Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2023
Centenary Stage Company, a not-for-profit professional theater in Hackettstown has announced their Summerfest lineup of Concert events and Musical Theater. The summer 2023 season will feature two concerts and two musical theatre productions in the months of June – August.
Paper Mill Playhouse Reveals 2023 Rising Star Award Nominations
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2023
Paper Mill Playhouse has announced the nominations for the 2023 Rising Star Awards!
Student Blog: The Reality of the BFA MT Audition Process: As Someone Who Didn't Get In
by Student Blogger: Michele Cohen - May 01, 2023
Being a theater major, or being in a top program, does not define who you are as a performer or as a creative person. Staying inspired and continuing to immerse yourself in art despite all else is all that matters.

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