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Review: A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER at STNJ-The Best in Musical Comedy
by Marina Kennedy - May 24, 2024

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) kicks off its exciting 62nd season with the musical comedy, 'A Gentleman’s Guide to Love & Murder.' We loved it from the opening scene to the curtain call.

Video: Get a First Listen to the Opening Scene of THE TEMPEST: A SURROUND SOUND ODYSSEY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2024

Get a first listen of the opening scene from The Tempest: A Surround Sound Odyssey!

THE TEMPEST: A SURROUND SOUND ODYSSEY Will Be Available to Stream Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Jan 26, 2024

New immersive audio experience, The Tempest: A Surround Sound Odyssey, will be available to stream from Friday, February 16 through Friday, March 1. Plus check out a teaser video here!

Knock at the Gate Receives Major Gifts from Former NJ Governor and Philanthropic Fund
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 5, 2024

The non-profit immersive audio company Knock at the Gate has received two major gifts from former New Jersey Governor the Honorable Thomas H. Kean and the S. Dillard and Adrienne Kirby Family Philanthropic Fund.

Bonnie J. Monte Announces Departure From STNJ
by Stephi Wild - Feb 8, 2023

Bonnie J. Monte, who has been at the helm of the renowned Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) since late 1990, has announced that 2023 will be her final season as the company's Artistic Director.

STNJ Book Club Returns With HAMLET
by Stephi Wild - Aug 30, 2021

The Shakespeare Book Club unites Bardo-philes and Shakespeare-novices via a lively, social, and informative exploration of his plays. Participants are encouraged to read the plays as both detectives and directors, deciphering Shakespeare's clues to more clearly envision the multiple ways the plays may be interpreted. 

Jeremy Jordan, David Hyde Pierce, Mary Testa and More to Take Part in George Street Playhouse 2021 Virtual Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 20, 2021

The event will feature performances by an incredible STAR-STUDDED ROSTER of Friends of George Street Playhouse; will allow guests to mingle via webcam and chat; and represents the latest in George Street’s forays into unique digital programming, highlighted by an ongoing streaming season for 2021. 

April Events Announced for ALL TOGETHER NOW
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 23, 2021

All Together Now has announced their upcoming monthly lineup including starry fundraisers from the Glimmerglass Festival, Little Kids Rock, and George Street Playhouse, and two senior showcases for Missouri State University.  

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey Holds Online 'Not-So-Silent Silent Auction'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 16, 2020

On November 19th, the Theatre is opening up the auction feature of its renowned and exclusive event to everyone, deeming it The Shakespeare Theatre's Not-So-Silent Silent Auction - running November 19 through December 2. All proceeds will aid the Theatre's efforts to survive the pandemic.

STNJ's Board of Trustees Pledge $100,000 Gift Honoring Artistic Director's 30th Anniversary
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 13, 2020

STNJ's Board of Trustees surprised Artistic Director Bonnie J. Monte with a meaningful way to commemorate her thirty years leading the institution. The Board chose a naming opportunity to honor Ms. Monte, one that they knew would not only thrill her, but would provide a significant gift toward the institution's ongoing and crucial capital campaign.

BWW Review: SHAW! SHAW! SHAW! at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey Shines Bright with Romance and Humor
by Marina Kennedy - Oct 16, 2020

It's a hit! The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) is now presenting 'Shaw! Shaw! Shaw!' Directed by the Theatre's Artistic Director, Boonie J. Monte, the production showcases three of George Bernard Shaw's short plays.

BWW Review: CRAZY LOVE �" The Live Production at The Shakespeare Theatre of NJ Entrances
by Marina Kennedy - Aug 3, 2020

You'll fall in love with the live theatre production, 'Crazy Love,' now being performed by The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ).

THE SHAKESPEARE THEATRE OF NJ Will Present “Crazy Love” Live Theatre Performances Outdoors in Florham Park 7/30 through 8/9
by Marina Kennedy - Jul 20, 2020

For the many people who have missed the enjoyment of live theatre, we have some good news from The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ). The theatre will present Crazy Love!, an entertaining double-bill of two different evenings of classic comedy comprised of two short, outdoor productions.

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey to Offer Live Theater This Summer With CRAZY LOVE!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 9, 2020

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) will present Crazy Love!, an entertaining double-bill of two different evenings of classic comedy comprised of two short, outdoor productions in early August 2020.

BWW Interview: Bonnie J. Monte, Artistic Director of THE SHAKESPEARE THEATRE OF NJ Gives Her Insights About the Metro Area's Classic Venue
by Marina Kennedy - Apr 17, 2020

We continue our series with leaders in the theatre arts to learn about their upcoming plans and find out how they are dealing with the Covid-19 outbreak. We had the opportunity to interview Bonnie J. Monte, the Artistic Director of The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey. She gave us her insights about the Theatre.

The Shakespeare Theatre Of New Jersey Postpones Gala And Unveiling Ceremony
by Stephi Wild - Mar 14, 2020

Due to the outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19), The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) is exercising apt caution by postponing both its April 18th Gala and its April 28th unveiling ceremony honoring Governor Thomas H. Kean.

The Shakespeare Theatre Of New Jersey Announces Unveiling Ceremony Honoring Gov. Thomas H. Kean
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 5, 2020

On April 28th at 4 p.m., The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey will celebrate Governor Thomas H. Kean by unveiling a lifesize rendering of the new entrance to their behind-the-scenes headquarters in Florham Park, which the Theatre is naming in Governor Kean's honor. The new official name of STNJ's highly unusual and acclaimed support facility will be the Thomas H. Kean Theatre Factory: The Education, Production and Administrative Center for The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey. 

Photo Flash: George Street Playhouse Celebrates Successful Gala
by Julie Musbach - May 14, 2019

George Street Playhouse's Annual Gala Benefit, held Sunday, May 5 at the Heldrich Hotel in downtown New Brunswick shattered fundraising goals this year to become the organization's highest grossing Gala in history, an achievement that punctuated an already celebratory evening as George Street and its patrons look eagerly ahead to the completion of its permanent new home in The New Brunswick Performing Arts Center this fall.

The Shakespeare Theatre Names Their Unique Support Facility In Honor Of Former Governor Thomas H. Kean
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 16, 2019

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey is proud to announce that it will be naming its innovative, behind-the-scenes support facility in honor of Former Governor Thomas H. Kean, who has served as the Theatre's Honorary Chair for over three decades. Located at 3 Vreeland Road in Florham Park, the building will be named The Thomas H. Kean Theatre Factory: The Education, Production and Administrative Center for The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey. Governor Kean's unparalleled record of advocacy and support for the arts, artists, and arts education throughout the region over many decades, and his deep commitment to emerging young talent inspired The Shakespeare Theatre leadership to ask Governor Kean's permission to name their groundbreaking workplace in his honor. Governor Kean has graciously agreed to lend his name to the building.

George Street Gala Honors Seward And Cecelia Joyce Johnson
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 16, 2019

Seward Johnson, "America's most popular sculptor;" his wife, writer and producer Cecelia Joyce Johnson; and the Middlesex County Board of Chosen Freeholders will receive the Thomas H. Kean Arts Advocacy Award during George Street Playhouse's annual gala on May 5.