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Review: VIENNA LESSONS at NJ Rep-A Smart and Compelling World Premiere Play


by Marina Kennedy - June 16, 2026

Jersey Repertory Company (NJ Rep) is currently presenting the riveting world premiere of Jack Canfora’s The Vienna Lessons, skillfully directed by the theatre’s Associate Artistic Director, Evan Bergman, and featuring an exquisite three-person cast. ...

Review: WEST SIDE STORY at Paper Mill Playhouse-A Stellar Production


by Marina Kennedy - June 03, 2026

The story is a modern reimaging of the tale, Romeo and Juliet.  Set in 1957 on the West Side of New York City in the last days of summer, there’s trouble on the streets between rival gangs, the Jets and the Sharks....

Review: SIZWE BANZI IS DEAD at Crossroads-Riveting and Entertaining


by Marina Kennedy - May 29, 2026

The time is now to see the powerful award-winning play, SIZWE BANZI IS DEAD at the renowned Crossroads Theatre Company (CTC)...

Review: Noel Coward’s PRIVATE LIVES at STNJ-A Comedic Delight


by Marina Kennedy - May 26, 2026

STNJ’s theme for this season is “Method and Madness,” and Private Lives is ideal to usher in the exciting season ahead....

Review: MRS. CHRISTIE at McCarter-Comedy for Mystery Fans and Many More


by Marina Kennedy - May 12, 2026

Mrs. Christie is the new comedy-mystery on stage at McCarter Theatre Center in their Berlind Theatre....

Review: THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE at Burlington County Footlighters


by Donna Marie Nowak - May 05, 2026

What did our critic think of THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE at Burlington County Footlighters?...

Review: & SONS at Luna Stage-A Bold and Compelling Must-See Play  


by Marina Kennedy - April 24, 2026

Luna Stage is now presenting the outstanding World Premiere of '& Sons,' smartly written by Jack Angelo Cummings and superbly directed by Matt Monaco. ...

Review: SINS OF THE MOTHER at NJ Rep-A Gripping Play on the Long Branch Stage


by Marina Kennedy - April 14, 2026

New Jersey Repertory Company (NJ Rep) is presenting a riveting new play, 'Sins of the Mother' by acclaimed playwright Israel Horovitz. ...

Review: 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse Excellently Depicts History in the Making


by Marina Kennedy - April 08, 2026

The extraordinary musical, 1776 is now being performed at Paper Mill Playhouse through Saturday, May 2....

Review: WHAT BECAME OF US at George Street Playhouse-Relatable and Affecting


by Marina Kennedy - March 24, 2026

From the first moment of the show, you become immersed in the rich, personal story about the joys and challenges of a family as presented by two siblings....

Past Shows

Much Ado About Nothing

Much Ado About Nothing

May 15 – May 24, 2026

THE MAPLEWOOD STROLLERS are thrilled to be wrapping up their 94th season with Much Ado About Nothing. A tale of two courtships as dastardly villains...

The Trial of DON GIOVANNI

The Trial of DON GIOVANNI

May 21

The Maplewood Strollers in conjunction with Palisades Opera presents The Trial of DON GIOVANNI, the beloved opera by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart with a twist! Featuring Mozart’s iconic music...

9 to 5: The Musical

9 to 5: The Musical

Apr 17 – May 2, 2026

interACT Theatre Productions, Leigh Shultz, Susan Gracey & The Rosborough Branscum Family Foundation proudly present 9 to 5: The Musical music and lyrics by Dolly Partonbook by Patricia ResnikBased on the 20th...

Private Lives

Private Lives

Mar 12 – Mar 22, 2026

THE MAPLEWOOD STROLLERS are proud to present PRIVATE LIVES.You’ll get a front row seat to see what happens when a divorced couple accidentally find themselves...

A Raisin in The Sun

A Raisin in The Sun

Feb 13 – Feb 28, 2026

interACT Theatre Productions & The Maplewood Division of Arts & CultureProudly Present:A Raisin in the Suna part of Maplewood Black History Month 2026February 13-15, 20-22,...

NARNIA, The Musical!

NARNIA, The Musical!

Jan 23 – Feb 1, 2026

THE MAPLEWOOD STROLLERS proudly present our midwinter children’s show, NARNIA, The Musical! Come follow the adventures of four siblings as they stumble upon (and through)...

THE SECRET ADVERSARY

THE SECRET ADVERSARY

Nov 7 – Nov 15, 2025

This season THE MAPLEWOOD STROLLERS are thrilled to be offering an original adaptation of Agatha Christie’s gripping thriller, THE SECRET ADVERSARY. Follow the daring and...

CARMEN

CARMEN

Nov 11

THE MAPLEWOOD STROLLERS are proud to present a dazzling candlelight concert version of Bizet’s opera, CARMEN. Join us for a glorious evening of music featuring...

'In Your Dreams' Cabaret

'In Your Dreams' Cabaret

May 16 – May 18, 2025

Come and be carried away by a cabaret that's only in our dreams!  May 16th and 17th at 7 pm, May 18th at 2 pm. ...

Seasonal Allergies - A Holiday Family Comedy

Seasonal Allergies - A Holiday Family Comedy

Dec 6 – Dec 7, 2024

When Julia Shelby’s brother shows up on her doorstep on Thanksgiving, heartbroken and hungry, she and her husband usher him into their home and invite...

'Beethoven's Wrong Note: A Steampunk Opera'

'Beethoven's Wrong Note: A Steampunk Opera'

May 9 – May 19, 2024

Join the Maplewood Strollers in a world-premiere event 220 years in the making!  Beethoven has joined forces with Mozart's famed librettist in an effort to...

'Gloria: A Life'

'Gloria: A Life'

Mar 8 – Mar 16, 2024

  The Strollers and OffBook Productions present this moving exploration of Gloria Steinem’s extraordinary legacy as she raises her voice for equality....

'Around the World in 7 Tails'

'Around the World in 7 Tails'

Jan 26 – Feb 4, 2024

The Strollers of Maplewood are pleased to present an orginal children's show, 'Around the World in 7 Tails!'  Join Jigsaw the Flying Guinea Pig on...

'Children of Eden'

'Children of Eden'

Nov 3 – Nov 19, 2023

It's a musical of Bibical proportions!  Join the Strollers in an exploration - and celebration! - of the trials and triumphs of family.  Based on...

'La Belle et La Bete'

'La Belle et La Bete'

May 11 – May 21, 2023

Come and be transported to a land of magical romance and song!  The Maplewood Strollers are thrilled to present an enchanting new take on the...

'Women Behind Bars'

'Women Behind Bars'

Mar 10 – Mar 18, 2023

A riotous satire of the women's prison B-movies of the 1950s, 'Women Behind Bars' is a highly entertaining black comedy directed by Laura Iacometta....

A PARK AVENUE CHRISTMAS

A PARK AVENUE CHRISTMAS

Dec 20 – Dec 23, 2018

A PARK AVENUE CHRISTMAS, the new musical by Ed Dixon, takes place on December 24th, 1929 in the Hollingsworth Mansion on Park Avenue. At their...

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