Danny Campos News

The Growing Stage, The Children’s Theatre of New Jersey, located in the Historic Palace Theatre on Route 183 in Netcong, New Jersey is thrilled to present the four finalists for our New Play-Reading Festival. We had the opportunity to interview the playwrights and learn a bit about each of them.

The Growing Stage: The Children’s Theatre of New Jersey, will present the four finalists for their New Play-Reading Festival. 

The Growing Stage will kick-off 2024 with CARMELA FULL OF WISHES.  Adapted by Alvaro Saar Rios from the book by Matt de la Peña, Illustrated by Christian Robinson, CARMELA FULL OF WISHES runs February 2nd through the 18th with performances on Saturdays at 4:00PM, Sundays at 2:00PM and a special opening night performance on Friday, February 2nd at 7:00PM. 

The Growing Stage: The Children's Theatre of New Jersey will present the first show of their 42nd Season, THE HARDY BOYS In The Mystery Of The Haunted House.  Learn more about the production and how to get tickets here!

Broadwayworld had the opportunity to interview Stephen Fredericks, Founder and Executive Director of The Growing Stage, about the theatre and their exciting season ahead.

Broadwayworld had the pleasure of interviewing choreographer, Noelle Cappuzzo about her career and 'The Land of Forgotten Toys' at The Growing Stage.

The Growing Stage, The Children's Theatre of New Jersey, located in the Historic Palace Theatre in Netcong celebrates the holidays with THE LAND OF FORGOTTEN TOYS. 

My family and I had the absolute pleasure to experience live theater again at The Growing Stage in Netcong NJ. This charming theater is such a special place for kids to engage in live performances.

Broadwayworld had the pleasure of interviewing the Danny Campos about his career and directing Pinkalicious at The Growing Stage.

Faust Theatre opens its 2021-2022 season with CARRIE THE MUSICAL, the company's return to the Kansas City live theatre scene since March 2020. CARRIE marks the first show at Faust Theatre under the new Executive Direction from the Arts Asylum and new Associate Artistic Director, Amari Lewis.

The Summer Arts Camp at The Growing Stage is under the direction of Lori B. Lawrence, Director of Educational Programming. Broadwayworld had the opportunity to interview Lori about this summer’s exciting camp program.

The Growing Stage (TGS) is proud to present their next Studio Series of the 38th season, 'Jungalbook' virtually streaming on YouTube Live on Friday, July 17 at 7:30PM and Saturday, July 18th at 4:00PM. Broadwayworld.com had the pleasure of interviewing director, Jillian Petrie.

As we continue our series of interviews with theatre pros during the Covid-19 outbreak, Broadwayworld NJ interviewed Founder and Executive Director, Stephen L. Fredericks of The Growing Stage, The Children's Theatre of New Jersey.

Award winning Singer/Songwriter/Musical Director, Michele Brourman, to appear on popular radio show 'Chew The Scene' 2/27 @ 1pm EST.

Broadwayworld.com had the opportunity to interview Executive Director and Founder of the Growing Stage, Stephen L. Fredericks.

Everyone's favorite monkey teaches us about kindness, friendship and how to make meatballs.

The Growing Stage, The Children's Theatre of New Jersey is currently presenting 'Curious George-The Golden Meatball' through March 31.This exciting show for the whole family is directed by the Theatre's Audience Development Director, Danny Campos. Broadwayworld.com had the opportunity to ask a few questions of the show's stars.

The Growing Stage, The Children's Theatre of New Jersey, located in the Historic Palace Theatre in Netcong presents the musical production of CURIOUS GEORGE: THE GOLDEN MEATBALL.  The show runs March 15th through 31st with performances Saturdays and Sundays at 4:00 PM and a special Opening Night Performance, March 15th at 7:30PM followed by a post-show reception.  Featuring Music by John Kavanaugh and Book & Lyrics by Jeremy Desmon, this production is directed by Danny Campos, TGS Theatre Artist and Audience Development Director with Musical Direction by Stephen Fox and Choreography by Jillian Petrie.

The Growing Stage has two upcoming world premiere shows. 'John Henry' will be on the Netcong Stage from February 8 to February 10 and 'A Better Place to Be' will be performed from February 15 to February 17. We had the pleasure of interviewing Stephen Fredericks, the Theatre's Founder and Executive Director about the new shows.

This holiday season, three-time Grammy-nominated musician, Brady Rymer, will return home to Northern New Jersey to perform shows for kids, families, and "grown-ups" alike. On Saturday, December 22 at 11 a.m., Rymer and his Little Band That Could will perform a holiday show at The Growing Stage, The Children's Theatre of New Jersey.