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Interview: Director Joe Discher and IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY by ATG
by Marina Kennedy - Nov 26, 2025

We had the pleasure of interviewing Director Joe Discher about his career and 'It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play' by ATG.

American Theater Group Will Present IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY In December
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 14, 2025

American Theater Group will present IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY December 5–7 in Basking Ridge and December 12–21 in Union. The Joe Landry adaptation is performed as a 1940s radio broadcast with five actors and a live foley artist.

Centenary Stage Set To Open World Premiere Of Wendy Herlich's New Play WASABIA.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 26, 2025

Centenary Stage Company will open the world premiere of Wasabia by Wendy Herlich next week. The production was originally a part of CSC’s Women Playwrights Series Readings in the Spring of 2024 and through that process was selected for the Blanche and Irving Laurie Foundation award giving it a full production in this season’s lineup.

Centenary Stage Announces Cast For World Premiere Of Wendy Herlich's New Play WASABIA.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 15, 2025

Centenary Stage Company has announced the cast of Wasabia by Wendy Herlich as they begin first week of rehearsals. The production which serves as the play’s world premiere was originally a part of CSC’s Women Playwrights Series Readings in the Spring of 2024 and through that process was selected for the Blanche and Irving Laurie Foundation award giving it a full production in this season’s lineup.

Centenary Stage Reveals Cast for World Premiere of Wendy Herlich’s WASABIA
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 12, 2025

The production, which serves as the play’s world premiere, features Ellen Fiske, Aurelia Shanga, Amy Griffin, Joelle Zazz, and Michael Covel. Performances begin Thursday, April 3.

THE 24 HOUR PLAYS Make Their New Jersey Premiere At Mile Square Theatre In April
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 27, 2024

Mile Square Theatre will present THE 24 HOUR PLAYS on April 7, 2024, in Hoboken.

Premiere Stages At Kean University Announces 2024 Bauer Boucher Playwriting Award Winners
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2024

Premiere Stages at Kean University announces the winners of the 2024 Bauer Boucher Playwriting Awards, recognizing Kean University student Riv Dabul and alumnus Dustin Ballard. Both winners will receive a cash prize and a developmental reading of their plays.

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW New Jersey Awards; Voting Ends 12/31
by BWW Awards - Dec 26, 2023

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld New Jersey Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW New Jersey Awards; YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN, MEDEA, NENAproductions Theater Project & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 18, 2023

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld New Jersey Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld New Jersey Awards; THE PROM, ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO'S NEST, Surflight Theatre & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 11, 2023

It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld New Jersey Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld New Jersey Awards December 5th Standings; THE PROM Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 5, 2023

It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld New Jersey Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Review: HAIR at Two River Theater-A Spirited Production of the Iconic Show
by Marina Kennedy - Oct 15, 2023

Don your vintage 1960’s apparel and get tickets to see HAIR, now at Two River Theater (TRT) through October 22. 

Speranza Theatre Company Presents A CHAIN AROUND THE WORLD And THE NELLIE BLY BOOK CLUB
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 20, 2023

Speranza Theatre Company presents A Chain Around the World and The Nellie Bly Book Club. A Chain Around the World was written by playwright, Jennie Contuzzi. Performances will run Sept. 16th - 17th at The Apple Tree House.

A CHAIN AROUND THE WORLD and THE NELLIE BLY BOOK CLUB Come to Speranza Theatre Company 
by Stephi Wild - Sep 8, 2023

Speranza Theatre Company presents A Chain Around the World and The Nellie Bly Book Club. Learn more about both upcoming performances, as well as book club events for adults and children, here!

Centenary Stage Company's 2022 Women Playwrights Series Continues With JANE, QUEEN'S FOOLE By Barbara Blatner
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 7, 2023

Centenary Stage Company's Women Playwrights Series will continue with the second reading of 4 in the series for 2023 with a reading of Jane, Queen's Foole by Barbara Blatner. The reading will take place on Wednesday, April 12th at 7:30 pm in the Sitnik Theatre of the Lackland Performing Arts Center at 715 Grand Avenue, Hackettstown, NJ on the campus of Centenary University.

TheaterWorksUSA to Present THE LIGHTNING THIEF Theatre for Young Audiences Edition at Five Angels Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 30, 2022

TheaterWorksUSA new, 60-minute production of The Lightning Thief: Theatre for Young Audiences Edition will perform in New York City before heading out on its quest around the country. Performing two shows only on October 1, 3 PM and 7 PM at Five Angels Theater.

The Neighbor Project Reading At Vivid Stage: A Part Of The Stages Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 1, 2022

Vivid Stage will present a reading of The Neighbor Project by Laura Ekstrand on Wednesday, March 9 at 7:00 pm.

Premiere Stages at Kean University Announces 2022 Bauer Boucher Playwriting Award Winners
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 14, 2022

Premiere Stages, the professional theatre company in residence at Kean University, has named current Kean University student Jennifer Pillaga (Class of ’22) and alumnus Elaine Insinnia (Class of ‘68 ) as the winners of the 2022 Bauer Boucher Playwriting Awards, named for longtime donors W. John Bauer and Nancy Boucher.

Last Chance To Vote For The BroadwayWorld New Jersey Awards; Capital Productions HELLO, DOLLY! Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Staff - Dec 27, 2021

This is the last chance to vote for the 2021 BroadwayWorld New Jersey Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.

Final Weeks To Vote For The BroadwayWorld New Jersey Awards; Capital Productions' HELLO, DOLLY! Leads Best Musical
by BWW Staff - Dec 20, 2021

Time is running out to vote for for the 2021 BroadwayWorld New Jersey Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.