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Student Blog: Beating Burnout
by Student Blogger: Allie Beckerman - May 01, 2023
The next thing I know, it's an hour later and all I've accomplished is TikTok asking me if I want to snooze because I've been online for 30 minutes.
New Jersey Repertory Company to Present PRIDE 2023 in June
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2023
New Jersey Repertory Company “NJRep”, located at 179 Broadway in Long Branch will present PRIDE 2023 June 3 through 25. This month-long celebration includes an Art Gallery Show, a Photography Exhibit, and five one-act plays running throughout the month.
State Theatre New Jersey to Present TWO FUNNY MAMAS LIVE Featuring Sherri Shepherd & Kym Whitley
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2023
The fully renovated State Theatre New Jersey will present Two Funny Mamas Live featuring Sherri Shepherd & Kym Whitley on Friday, May 19 at 8pm. Tickets range from $39-$59.  
New Jersey Foundation To Show Environmental Documentary Film About Passaic River At Hackensack Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2023
The Northern New Jersey Community Foundation (NNJCF) celebrates its 25th anniversary with a screening of the documentary film 'American River', an inspiring and entertaining movie about the evolution of the troubled Passaic River, on Wednesday, June 7 at the Hackensack Performing Arts Center (HACPAC), located at 102 State Street in Hackensack, New Jersey. 
Registration For The 12th Annual Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition Is Now Open
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2023
The New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) has announced the opening of the 12th Annual Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition. The search is on for the next great jazz singer! Solo vocalists from around the world are encouraged to submit their entries before September 5, 2023, by visiting SarahVaughanCompetition.com. 
The Black Box to Present Exclusive Staged Reading Series of Edward Albee's Plays in May
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2023
The Black Box, in association with The Estate of Edward Albee, will present EDWARD ALBEE: FROM A TO ZOO, AN EXCLUSIVE STAGED READING SERIES OF EDWARD ALBEE'S PLAYS.  From the masterworks to the rarely and almost never seen - and including some hidden gems from the Albee canon - this curated monthly series will begin on Wednesday, May 24th at 7:30PM.
Registration Now Open For 12th ANNUAL SARAH VAUGHAN INTERNATIONAL JAZZ COMPETITION
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2023
The Sarah Vaughan International Vocal Competition, also known as “The SASSY Awards”, is open to singers over the age of 18, of all genders and nationalities, from anywhere in the world, and not signed by a major label. Entrants are judged on vocal quality, musicality, technique, performance, individuality, artistic interpretation, and ability to swing.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Comes to NJPAC in May
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2023
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, America’s beloved cultural ambassador to the world, completes its 22-city coast-to-coast North American tour at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) Friday-Sunday, May 12-14, 2023.
Playground Theatre Project to Present LOST ANGELS at The Vogel Theatre In Red Bank
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2023
On Sunday, April 30th at 2 PM and Monday, May 1 at 7:30 PM, Playground Theatre Project will present, Lost Angels at the Count Basie Center for the Arts in the Vogel Theatre. These are the very first public performances of this revamped social issues one-act play that has been touring schools throughout the east coast over the past seven years.
Interview: Kevin O'Rourke in OUR SHRINKING, SHRINKING WORLD at NJ Rep from 5/4 to 5/27
by Marina Kennedy - April 27, 2023
New Jersey Repertory Company (NJRep) in Long Branch will present 'Our Shrinking, Shrinking World' written by Richard Dresser and directed by Joe Cacaci. Broadwayworld had the pleasure of interviewing Kevin O'Rourke who plays Dr. Lyman Hidalgo-Nyquist in the show about his career and the upcoming show at NJ Rep.
Christiane Noll, Ashley Spencer, and More Join Casts For SOMA Reading Series
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2023
The South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC) has announced the casts for the inaugural SOMA backStage Reading Series productions: REVIVAL by Broadway veterans Chris Miller and Nathan Tysen (Saturday, June 3 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, June 4 at 3 p.m.) and STILL by Juilliard Fellow Lia Romeo (Saturday, June 3 at 3 p.m. and Sunday, June 4 at 7:30 p.m.).
Resorts Casino Hotel plays host to Remember Jones - Bat out of Hell Live
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2023
As part of the North to Shore Festival announced recently by New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy and First Lady Tammy Murphy at NJPAC’s Prudential Hall, the popular Meat Loaf & Jim Steinman tribute band (Remember Jones – Bat of Hell Live) will perform inside the Superstar Theatre.
NJPAC Announces New Classical Shows For 2023/24 Featuring Itzhak Perlman, Joshua Bell, And More
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2023
New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) and the Smart Family Foundation; David S. Stone, Esq., Stone & Magnanini has announced the 2023/24 Classical Performances.
Alpha Arts Institute at Sussex County Community College Presents Spring Comedy PLAY ON By Rick Abbot  
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2023
Get ready for the zany comedy, “Play On!” by Rick Abbot, presented by Alpha Arts Institute at Sussex County Community College. The play-within-a-play is directed by Professor Allison Ognibene of Sparta.
Crossroads Theatre Company Announces The 2023 SPRING FESTIVAL Lineup With The World Premiere Of STARCHILD
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2023
The Spring Festival returns to Crossroads Theatre Company, at the New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC) and runs through June 11, 2023.
The Spring Festival Returns To Crossroads Theatre With World Premieres From Beyonce's Former, New Artists And More!
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2023
The Spring Festival returns to Crossroads Theatre Company, at the New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC) and runs through June 11, 2023.
Meet The Artist New Play Readings Come to Vivid Stage
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2023
Vivid Stage, in residence at Oakes Center at 120 Morris Avenue in Summit, will present its annual Meet the Artist new play reading series on Wednesdays, May 3, 17, 24 and 31. All readings will take place at the Summit Public Library, 75 Maple Street, at 7 pm.
 Axelrod Contemporary Ballet Theater Presents ARCHITECTS OF DANCE in May
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2023
 Axelrod Contemporary Ballet Theater (AXCBT), the Jersey Shore's professional ballet company, will present a one-night-only special event, “Architects of Dance,” featuring the Company in choreography by some of the greatest modern dancers of our time who will also perform on the program, on Thursday, May 18, 2023, at 7:30 p.m., in the Atrium at Bell Works Studio in Holmdel, New Jersey.
The Gyro Project In Fort Lee Set To Open In June
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2023
The Gyro Project is a new elevated Greek fast-casual concept curated by Englewood Cliffs residents George Tenedios, founder of Manhattan's most popular salad chain, fresh&co, and Spiro Kokkosis, owner of several Times Square staples such as Majestic Deli, Premier Deli, and The Times Eatery. 
Luna Stage Presents the World Premiere of TWO ELIZAS, May 4- May 14
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2023
Luna Stage has announced the World Premiere of Two Elizas, which will appear on Luna's MainStage for a two-week run May 4-14.
bergenPAC Presents Don Felder, Ginuwine, Dead on Live, Geena Davis Screens Beetlejuice And More
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2023
bergenPAC announces four shows going on sale this week: guitar icon Don Felder on Saturday, Aug. 5, 2023 at 8 p.m.; R&B star Ginuwine on Sunday, Aug. 20, 2023 at 8 p.m.; the Grateful Dead Tribute band Dead on Live on Thursday, Sept.28, 2023 at 8 p.m.; An Evening with Geena Davis and a screening of Beetlejuice on Saturday, Oct. 14., 2023 at 8 p.m.
American Theater Group Announces New Board Appointments
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2023
American Theater Group (ATG), Central NJ's professional theater company, has announced the following appointments to its Board of Directors.
Photos: New Jersey Theatre Alliance Hosts 2023 Curtain Call Celebrating NJ Theaters
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2023
See photos from New Jersey Theatre Alliance's Curtain Call celebration.
Interview: Doug McLaughlin of THE LIFESPAN OF A FACT at Chatham Playhouse
by Gina Sarno - April 25, 2023
Chatham Playhouse presents The Lifespan of a Fact by Jeremy Kareken & David Murrell and Gordon Farrell. The Lifespan of a Fact tells the story of a young and enthusiastic intern at an acclaimed literary magazine who is assigned to fact-check a high profile essay by a celebrated author. Complications ensue as the two battle over 'facts' and 'truth,' and the importance of both. The play is based in part on the book of the same name by Jim Fingal and John D'Agata.
New Jersey Symphony Presents HOORAY FOR BOLLYWOOD
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2023
The New Jersey Symphony has announced its next family concert, 'Hooray for Bollywood!' taking place at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark, New Jersey on Saturday, May 13.

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