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Prolific writer, multi-media artist and activist David Wojnarowicz (VOY-ne-ROH-vich) spent a lifetime wrestling the abusive demons from his childhood and creatively channeling his rage into becoming an outspoken warrior fighting for gay and women's rights, racial equality, healthcare, and a wide range of social issues.

For NBC's The Voice last night, Christina Aguilera's tribute to Michael and Janet Jackson inspired her glam squad, with celebrity hairstylist David Babaii using the theme SMOKE N' MIRRORS as the vision behind her hot sexy look. From a smoky eye by makeup artist Scott Barnes to David's interpretation of curls blasting off with volume and tons of texture, her performance ignited the ideas behind this ultra-fab look.

It may only be July, but it's never too early to get caught up on where CBS series left off last May. And there's no time like the present for a sneak peek at some surprises and guest stars coming in the fall.

When Matisyahu emerged in 2004 with his debut album, Shake Off the Dust...Arise, his musical persona seemed a novelty to some. Here was a Hasidic Jew -- dressed in a black suit with a broad-brimmed black hat worn over a yarmulke, and sporting a full, untrimmed beard -- who nevertheless performed toasting raps about the glories of traditional Judaism over reggae beats in a dancehall style directly from Jamaica. Moreover, he punctuated his performances with stage diving. It may have seemed like a joke at first, but Matisyahu was serious about his craft, and his diverse style soon garnered Grammy nominations, gold record certifications, and a broad audience.

When Matisyahu emerged in 2004 with his debut album, Shake Off the Dust...Arise, his musical persona seemed a novelty to some. Here was a Hasidic Jew -- dressed in a black suit with a broad-brimmed black hat worn over a yarmulke, and sporting a full, untrimmed beard -- who nevertheless performed toasting raps about the glories of traditional Judaism over reggae beats in a dancehall style directly from Jamaica. Moreover, he punctuated his performances with stage diving. It may have seemed like a joke at first, but Matisyahu was serious about his craft, and his diverse style soon garnered Grammy nominations, gold record certifications, and a broad audience.

Bergen Performing Arts Center announces two new concerts this week that will be the artists first performances at bergenPAC-Don't miss An Evening of Matisyahu on Wednesday February 12, 2013 and Jewel Thursday March 7th both these shows make the best holiday gifts, be sure to be one of the first to buy your tickets on Friday, December 21 at 11:00AM at Ticketmaster.com. For more information or to order tickets log on to bergenpac.org or call the box office at 201 227 1030.