Melinda Bass News

The Growing Stage: The Children’s Theatre of New Jersey, located in the historic Palace Theatre on Route 183 in Netcong, NJ will present NATE THE GREAT from May 1st to May 17th.

The Growing Stage will present CINDERELLA: A SALSA FAIRY TALE, a unique musical adaptation, from February 6-15. This production features a professional company exploring a vibrant twist on the classic tale.

The Growing Stage: The Children’s Theatre of New Jersey will present, 'KNUFFLE BUNNY: A Cautionary Musical' from May 2nd to May 18th.

The Growing Stage: The Children's Theatre of New Jersey will present, KNUFFLE BUNNY: A Cautionary Musical.  Based on the book, Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Tale by Mo Willems.

Broadwayworld had the pleasure of interviewing Jeffry Foote who plays Papa Lyle in 'CATCHING THE MOON.'

The Growing Stage: The Children’s Theatre of New Jersey will present, CATCHING THE MOON: The Story of a Young Girl’s Baseball Dream. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Broadwayword had the pleasure of interviewing PJ Schweizer who plays Hermey about his career and 'Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer' at The Growing Stage.

The Growing Stage: The Children’s Theatre of New Jersey will bring back the holiday classic, Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer. Learn more about the show here!

We had the pleasure of interviewing Donald Danford, who is playing Mr. Beauregarde among other roles in 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.'

The Growing Stage: The Children’s Theatre of New Jersey will kick-off their 43rd Main Stage Season with Roald Dahl’s CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY.

The Growing Stage: The Children's Theatre of New Jersey will present the final main stage production of the 2023-2024 season, ELEPHANT & PIGGIE'S “We Are In A Play!”

The Growing Stage, The Children’s Theatre of New Jersey has produced another successful, inspiring show for young viewers and their families.  They are currently presenting the New Jersey premiere of ARTHUR & FRIENDS Make A Musical! 

Broadwayworld had the opportunity to interview Sara Giacomini about her career and her role as DW at the upcoming show at The Growing Stage.

Join The Growing Stage for the musical adaptation of the popular Arthur™ book series and TV show, ARTHUR™ & FRIENDS MAKE A MUSICAL! Running from March 8th to 24th.

The Growing Stage presents ELLA ENCHANTED, opening on December 1st. Don't miss this holiday production!

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 holiday classic A CHRISTMAS CAROL THE MUSICAL now through December 20th. Click below to watch highlights from the show!

See 'A Christmas Carol The Musical' now at The Growing Stage, The Children's Theatre of New Jersey. This wonderful full-scale production is now on the Netcong Stage through December 20th.

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 holiday classic A CHRISTMAS CAROL the Musical from November 20th through December 20th with performances Friday evenings at 7:30 PM, Saturday and Sunday matinees at 4:00 PM. A CHRISTMAS CAROL the Musical is based on the story by Charles Dickens with music by Alan Menken (Disney's The Little Mermaid), lyrics by Lynn Ahrens (Seussical) and book by Mike Ockrent and Lynn Ahrens. A CHRISTMAS CAROL the Musical is under the direction of Stephen L. Fredericks, The Growing Stage's Executive Director with choreography by Jillian Petrie and musical direction by Melinda Bass O'Neill.

'REALLY ROSIE' opens the Growing Stage season and will be on the Netcong stage through October 18th. Broadwayworld.com interviewed Melinda Bass O'Neill, the show's Musical Director, about her career and the production.

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 open its 2015 - 2016 season with REALLY ROSIE.