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Already an accomplished choreographer at the age of twenty-three, Jillian Petrie has choreographed over twenty full length musicals and countless dance productions professionally. In the past year she has broadened her impressive body of work, showing her versatility as an artist with her recent completion of the musical SEUSSICAL.

In Tony winners Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens's SEUSSICAL, Jillian was co-director and choreographer for The Growing Stage Theatre's Spring 2012 production. The musical opened to critical acclaim, and theater critic Peter Filichia called it "Better than Broadway."

Jillian Petrie Dance Group currently performs throughout New York City. Premiering in Alvin Ailey Studios, they have since performed at Queen's Museum, The Stonewall Inn, Joyce SoHo Studios, and more. Jillian has also been on the panel for the WOMAN IN DANCE productions put on at the Ailey Citigroup Theater for the past three years since her choreography was showcased there in Legros Cultural Arts' 2010 Ten Emerging Female Choreographers performance.

She is currently choreographing the New Jersey premiere musical; DIARY OF A WORM, A SPIDER, & A FLY. Book, Music, & Lyrics by Joan Cushing, this is an exclusive adaptation of Doreen Cronin's three books which were beautifully illustrated by the artist Harry Bliss.

Ms. Petrie has most recently trained under an elite group of artists. Training highlights include the Laban Conservatoire in London, famed choreographer Mark Morris the artistic director of Mark Morris Dance Group, Martha Graham Dance Company soloist David Zurak, and Iceland Dance Company director Gianluca Vincentini.

In addition to her dance career, Jillian is a working actress and singer.

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Centenary Stage Company Set To Open Final Summer Fest 2023 Event, SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL

Centenary Stage Company will open their final Musical theatre event of their 2023 Summerfest, this Thursday July 27 with Seussical the Musical. Performances for Seussical will run July 27 – August 6 in the Sitnik Theatre of the Lackland Performing Arts Center of the Centenary University campus.

Centenary Stage Company Reveals Cast For Summer Of Musical Theatre Including ROCK OF AGES and SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL.

This summer, Centenary Stage Company presents their summer musical series featuring Rock of Ages and Seussical the Musical. Performances for Rock of Ages will run July 6 – 16 and Seussical will run July 27 – August 6 in the Sitnik Theatre of the Lackland Performing Arts Center of the Centenary University campus at 715 Grand Avenue, Hackettstown, NJ.

MATILDA THE MUSICAL Comes to Emmaus Next Month

 Star of the Day’s 2023 Season Opener is all about kids becoming superheroes. Based on the popular children’s book, Matilda by Roald Dahl, is zany fun.

MATILDA THE MUSICAL Sparks A Revolution On The Star Of The Day Stage

Star of the Day's 2023 Season Opener is all about kids becoming superheroes. Based on the popular children's book, Matilda by Roald Dahl, is zany fun. The musical, which garnered a Tony Award, is heartwarming and sometimes heartbreaking but always inspiring. A little girl leads this roller-coaster of a musical with the power of her imagination and determination to find justice for those who are treated unfairly and oftentimes silenced. Matilda learns her 'little' voice can make a 'big' difference-a relevant topic in 2023.

Interview: Tyler Miranda of THE LIGHTENING THIEF at The Growing Stage

Broadwayworld had the pleasure of interviewing Tyler Miranda who plays Percy Jackson in 'The Lightening Thief' at The Growing Stage.

THE LIGHTNING THIEF: The Percy Jackson Musical Comes to The Growing Stage

The Growing Stage, The Children's Theatre of New Jersey, located in the Historic Palace Theatre in Netcong presents THE LIGHTNING THIEF: The Percy Jackson Musical from March 10-26 with performances Saturdays at 4:00PM, Sundays at 2:00PM and a special Opening Night Performance, Friday, March 10th at 7:30PM.

12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld New Jersey Awards; Paper Mill Playhouse Leads Favorite Local Theatre!

The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld New Jersey Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Latest Stats Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld New Jersey Awards; at Jersey City Theater Center Leads Best Ensemble Performance!

The latest standings as of Monday, December 12th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld New Jersey Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Latest Standings Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld New Jersey Awards; Paper Mill Playhouse Leads Favorite Local Theatre!

The latest standings as of Monday, December 5th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld New Jersey Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Interview: Dan F. Sims in R.L. Stine's GOOSEBUMPS The Musical at The Growing Stage

Broadwayworld interviewed Dan F. Sims who plays the role of Zeke Matthews in the upcoming show, R.L Stine's 'Goosebumps The Musical' at The Growing Stage in Netcong.

R.L Stine's GOOSEBUMPS Comes to The Growing Stage

The Growing Stage, The Children's Theatre of New Jersey, located in the Historic Palace Theatre in Netcong opens its 41st season with R.L. Stine's GOOSEBUMPS: Phantom of the Auditorium.  Running October 14th through the 30th with performances Saturdays at 4:00PM, Sundays at 2:00 PM and a special opening performance on Friday, October 14th at 7:30PM.  

Centenary Stage Company's Production Of THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES Headed Into Final Weekend

Centenary Stage Company and the NEXTStage Repertory's production of The Marvelous Wonderettes is headed into its final weekend of performances. The final performances will run August 4-7 in the Sitnik Theatre of the Lackland Performing Arts Center on the Centenary University campus at 715 Grand Avenue, Hackettstown, NJ.

Centenary Stage Company Presents THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES This Month

Centenary Stage Company and the NEXTStage Repertory present The Marvelous Wonderettes July 28 through August 7. This show will run July 28 through August 7 in the Sitnik Theatre of the Lackland Performing Arts Center on the Centenary University campus at 715 Grand Avenue, Hackettstown, NJ.

Centenary Stage Company and the NEXTStage Repertory Are In Rehearsals for THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES

Centenary Stage Company and the NEXTStage Repertory are currently in rehearsals for the final mainstage production of the 2022 Summerfest, The Marvelous Wonderettes.

Centenary Stage Company Announces Cast For Summer 2022 Productions of RENT and THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES

Centenary Stage Company has cast their 2022 Summer Season productions of Rent and The Marvelous Wonderettes, and tickets are on-sale now. Performances of Rent will run July 7 through 17, and performances of The Marvelous Wonderettes will run July 28 through August 7.

BWW Interview: David O'Neill in GO DOG GO! at The Growing Stage

Broadwayworld had the opportunity to interview David O’Neill about his career and his role as MC Dog in 'GO DOG GO!' at The Growing Stage.

GO, DOG. GO! Comes to The Growing Stage in May

The Growing Stage, The Children's Theatre of New Jersey, located in the Historic Palace Theatre in Netcong is proud to present the main stage production of GO, DOG. GO!  The show runs May 6th through May 22nd with performances Saturdays at 4:00PM and Sundays at 2:00 PM and a special Opening Night Performance, May 6th at 7:30PM.

BWW Interview: Director Danny Campos and PINKALICIOUS The Musical at The Growing Stage in Netcong

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

Centenary Stage Company Now Accepting Registration for Spring 2022 Dance Conservatory

Centenary Stage Company will be offering 2 sessions, one six-week and one eight-week, of the Spring 2022 Conservatory of Dance to take place during the 2022 Spring Semester. The first session will run January 24 to March 7, and will feature Ballet I, Ballet II, Contemporary Dance, Modern I, Modern II, and Dance for Theatre.

BWW Interview: Finalists for THE GROWING STAGE Playwrighting Festival for Young Writers

The Growing Stage, The Children’s Theatre of New Jersey located at the Historic Palace Theatre has announced four finalists for the inaugural Playwrighting Festival for Young Writers. We were able to ask each of them about the inspiration for their plays and how it felt to be selected.

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