André De Shields To Guest Star In Virtual Play THREES
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2020
Broadway legend and Tony Award-winning cast member of the hit musical Hadestown, André De Shields, will be making a surprise guest appearance in the virtual production of 'Threes' starting this weekend.
World Premiere Production Of BUNNYBOY Announced At The Growing Stage
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 31, 2020
The Growing Stage, The Children's Theatre of New Jersey, located in the Historic Palace Theatre on Route 183 in Netcong, New Jersey is proud to present the world premiere production of BUNNYBOY by Philip Kaplan from February 8th through 16th with performances on Saturdays at 4:00PM and Sundays at 2:00 PM. A sensory friendly performance will be held on Sunday, February 16th at 2:00PM. This production is under the direction of Stephen L. Fredericks, TGS's Founder/Executive Director.
MATILDA Opens At The Growing Stage!
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 18, 2019
The Growing Stage, The Children's Theatre of New Jersey, located in the Historic Palace Theatre in Netcong opens its 38th season with Roald Dahl's MATILDA THE MUSICAL. Running October 4th through the 20th with performances Fridays at 7:30PM, Saturdays and Sundays at 4:00 PM, Roald Dahl's MATILDA THE MUSICAL features a book by Dennis Kelly, music and lyrics by Tim Minchin with direction by Stephen L. Fredericks, TGS's Executive Director, choreography by Jillian Petrie and musical direction by Stephen Fox.
BWW Review: MR. POPPER'S PENGUINS Delights at The Growing Stage
by Marina Kennedy - May 16, 2019
Penguins have arrived in Netcong from the South Pole and they are charming audiences at The Growing Stage (TGS), The Children's Theatre of New Jersey. 'Mr. Popper's Penguins' is now being performed through May 19. This delightful production is sure to captivate children and adults alike.
THE WIZARD OF OZ Comes to The Growing Stage
by BWW
News Desk - Oct 5, 2018
The Growing Stage, The Children's Theatre of New Jersey, located in the Historic Palace Theatre in Netcong opens its 37th Main Stage season with THE WIZARD OF OZ. The show runs October 5th through the 28th with performances Saturday and Sunday matinees at 4:00 PM and a special Opening Night Performance, October 5th at 7:30PM followed by a post-show talkback and reception.
BWW Interview: Jeorgi Smith and THE WIZARD OF OZ at The Growing Stage
by Marina Kennedy - Oct 2, 2018
The Growing Stage, The Children's Theatre of New Jersey, located in the Historic Palace Theatre in Netcong opens its Main Stage season with 'The Wizard of Oz.' Broadwayworld.com had the pleasure of interviewing Jeorgi Smith who plays Dorothy about her career and the upcoming show at The Growing Stage.
THE WIZARD OF OZ Comes to The Growing Stage
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 25, 2018
The Growing Stage, The Children's Theatre of New Jersey, located in the Historic Palace Theatre in Netcong opens its 37th Main Stage season with THE WIZARD OF OZ. The show runs October 5th through the 28th with performances Saturday and Sunday matinees at 4:00 PM and a special Opening Night Performance, October 5th at 7:30PM followed by a post-show talkback and reception.
BWW Interview: Lori B. Lawrence of THE GROWING STAGE in Netcong
by Marina Kennedy - Jul 5, 2018
As summer goes into full swing, The Growing Stage, The Children's Theatre of NJ in Netcong has their exciting Summer Arts Day Camp for children from Kindergarten through the 8th Grade starting on July 9. Lori B. Lawrence is the Director of Educational Programming for The Growing Stage that includes the theatre's Summer Arts Day Camp, Fall & Winter Classes, and their Broadway Workshop Series.
The Growing Stage Presents MADAGASCAR - A Musical Adventure
by BWW News Desk - Apr 27, 2018
The Growing Stage, The Children's Theatre of New Jersey, located in the Historic Palace Theatre on Route 183 in Netcong, New Jersey is proud to present MADAGASCAR - A Musical Adventure from April 27th through May 20th with performances Saturday and Sunday matinees at 4:00 PM and a Special Opening Night performance on today, April 27th at 7:30PM.
The Growing Stage Presents MADAGASCAR - A Musical Adventure
by Julie Musbach - Apr 11, 2018
The Growing Stage, The Children's Theatre of New Jersey, located in the Historic Palace Theatre on Route 183 in Netcong, New Jersey is proud to present MADAGASCAR - A Musical Adventure from April 27th through May 20th with performances Saturday and Sunday matinees at 4:00 PM and a Special Opening Night performance on today, April 27th at 7:30PM.
BWW Review: BOY SEES FLYING SAUCER at The Growing Stage Where Your Imagination Will Take Flight
by Marina Kennedy - Mar 16, 2018
Boy Sees Flying Saucer, a world premiere new play is now being performed at The Growing Stage, The Children's Theatre of New Jersey through Sunday, March 25. Written by Mike Czuba, the show is based on the true and original story Brian Dorscht. It enjoys inspired direction by Danny Campos and features a cast of thespians that make this dynamic production pure pleasure.
BOY SEES FLYING SAUCER Comes to The Growing Stage
by Julie Musbach - Feb 19, 2018
The Growing Stage, The Children's Theatre of New Jersey, located in the Historic Palace Theatre on Route 183 in Netcong, New Jersey is proud to present the world premiere production of BOY SEES FLYING SAUCER from March 9th through 25th with performances Friday evenings at 7:30 PM, Saturday and Sunday matinees at 4:00 PM. BOY SEES FLYING SAUCER, written by Mike Czuba and based on the true and original story by Brian Dorscht, is the winner of our 2017 New Play-Reading Festival. This production is under the direction of Danny Campos, veteran Actor and Teaching Artist of The Growing Stage.
BWW Review: CINDERELLA: A HOLIDAY MUSICAL at The Growing Stage Dazzles
by Marina Kennedy - Dec 9, 2017
Gather your princes and princesses and head over to The Growing Stage, The Children's Theatre of New Jersey. Cinderella: A Holiday Musical is being performed through Sunday, December 17th. It features wonderful direction by the Theatre's Director of Educational Programming, Lori B. Lawrence, musical direction by Stephen Fox, and choreography by Jillian Petrie.
CINDERELLA - A Holiday Musical Premieres at The Growing Stage
by BWW
News Desk - Nov 24, 2017
The Growing Stage, The Children's Theatre of New Jersey, located in the Historic Palace Theatre on Route 183 in Netcong, New Jersey will celebrate the holidays with CINDERELLA: A Holiday Musical from November 24th through December 17th.
CINDERELLA - A Holiday Musical Premieres at The Growing Stage
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 7, 2017
The Growing Stage, The Children's Theatre of New Jersey, located in the Historic Palace Theatre on Route 183 in Netcong, New Jersey will celebrate the holidays with CINDERELLA: A Holiday Musical from November 24th through December 17th.