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Choice
Choice
5/8 - 6/2/2024


From the writer of the hit Broadway musical - and soon-to-be film franchise - Wicked and the beloved 90’s TV series My So-Called Life, comes ...

Canned Goods
Canned Goods
5/9 - 5/11/2024


American Theater Group presents the World Premiere of "Canned Goods" by Erik Kahn. This new play tells the gripping tale of the little-known incident that ...

When Monica Met Hillary
When Monica Met Hillary
5/3 - 5/12/2024


A North Jersey premiere play written by Winter MIller and directed by Laura Iacometta. An OffBook Production. The world premiere originally commissioned and developed at ...

Canned Goods
Canned Goods
5/16 - 5/19/2024


American Theater Group presents the world premiere of "Canned Goods" by Erik Kahn. This provocative new play   tells the gripping tale of the little-known incident ...

August Wilson's Gem of the Ocean


Citizen Barlow is looking for peace. To get it, he’ll knock at Aunt Ester’s door every day if that’s what it takes. Set in 1904, ...

One Act Jamboree
One Act Jamboree
7/26 - 7/28/2024


This annual tradition continues to introduce new works to our audiences.  The 2024 One Act Jamboree runs July 26-28, with shows on Friday and Saturday ...

Big Fish
Big Fish
8/22 - 8/25/2024


Based on the celebrated novel by Daniel Wallace and the acclaimed film directed by Tim Burton, BIG FISH tells the story of Edward Bloom, a ...

Steel Magnolias
Steel Magnolias
10/2 - 10/6/2024


Truvy Jones runs a successful beauty salon in Chinquapin, Louisiana, where all the ladies in the neighborhood have a standing Saturday appointment. Along with her ...



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Review: DISASTER! THE MUSICAL at West Hudson Arts & Theatre Company


by Gina Sarno - May 01, 2024

Disaster! puts a comedic spin on the beloved classic disaster movie genre, infused with the funky beats of disco! As the curtains rise on the grand opening of New York City's latest sensation, the floating casino known as the Barracuda, an impending earthquake threatens to turn the night upside down...

Review: THE TWO HANDER at NJ Rep-A Psychotherapy Story Excellently Performed


by Marina Kennedy - April 29, 2024

New Jersey Repertory Company (NJ Rep) is presenting the world premiere of 'The Two Hander' adroitly written by Julia Blauvelt.  The play is superbly directed by the Company’s Artistic Director, SuzAnne Barabas and features the abundant acting talents of Jill Eikenberry and Ella Dershowitz. ...

Review: GUN & POWDER at Paper Mill Playhouse-An Exciting, Elaborate New Musical


by Marina Kennedy - April 17, 2024

Paper Mill Playhouse is presenting the exciting and elaborate new musical, 'Gun & Powder.'...

Review: A THOUSAND MAIDS at Two River Theater-Meaningful and Humorous


by Marina Kennedy - April 15, 2024

Two River Theater (TRT) is now presenting the captivating world premiere comedy, A Thousand Maids. ...

Review: ARTHUR & FRIENDS Make A Musical! at The Growing Stage-Children's Theatre at its Best


by Marina Kennedy - March 20, 2024

The Growing Stage, The Children’s Theatre of New Jersey has produced another successful, inspiring show for young viewers and their families.  They are currently presenting the New Jersey premiere of ARTHUR & FRIENDS Make A Musical! ...

Review: SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE-An Exquisite Production at Axelrod PAC


by Marina Kennedy - March 15, 2024

Axelrod Performing Arts Center is now presenting Sunday in the Park with George, a vibrant, beautifully staged production that enjoys splendid direction and choreography by Broadway veteran, Eamon Foley....

Review: A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC by ATG-A Stellar Production Now at Hamilton Stage


by Marina Kennedy - March 13, 2024

American Theater Group (ATG) New Jersey’s renowned professional theater company, is now presenting a stellar production of 'A Little Night Music' with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and a book by Hugh Wheeler. Hunter Foster, who directed ATG’s highly acclaimed production of Parade last season,...

Review: THE CLUB at GSP-A Perceptive, Entertaining Play About Class and Race


by Marina Kennedy - March 05, 2024

'The Club,' a world premiere play, is currently being performed at George Street Playhouse (GSP) located at the New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC). ...

THE TEMPEST: A SURROUND SOUND ODYSSEY by Knock at The Gate Brings Shakespeare's Beloved Play to Life


by Marina Kennedy - March 04, 2024

If you enjoy classical theatre, then you should know about Knock at the Gate that produces narrative, immersive 3D audio experiences. ...

Review: ESSPY at NJ Rep-A Must-See Incisive Comic-Drama


by Marina Kennedy - March 02, 2024

New Jersey Repertory Company (NJ Rep) is launching their 27th Season with a sure fire hit, the world premiere of Nandia Shenoy’s play, ESSPY...



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