In one week the streets of Hammonton will be bustling with live music, interactive pop-up art, food vendors and a craft beer and wine garden.
The New Jersey Fringe Festival, affectionately known as "Jersey Fringe", is a 3-day street fair. However, there is more to it than meets the eye. In addition to the outdoor festival, attendees will find a theatrical marathon featuring a plethora of eclectic specialty performances, such as; Betsy Carmichael's Bingo Palace by by Betsibu Productions, Ghost Stories by Philadelphia based Going Dark Theatre (producing company of last year's hit "The Confession of Jeffrey Dahmer"), and 3 Egg Creams - The Urban Love Story for the Ages by George Cameron Grant and starring the well-known Vince Bandille.
In addition, this the festival will feature a new completely family friendly venue, including a rock band for kids, a princess cabaret, and performances for kids by kids, from the Eagle Theatre Conservatory.
Performances, ranging from 20-90 minutes, are performed inside multiple venues, several times a day, each within walking distance of the festival's hub, Eagle Theatre. The Hammonton Family Success Center (310 Bellevue Avenue), Hammonton Town Hall (100 Central Avenue), Annata Wine Bar (216 Bellevue Avenue), and the Allies in Caring Wellness Hub (100 S. 2nd Street) are just four of the multiple indoor locations where the arts and entertainment will reign supreme, as they infiltrate the award-winning Downtown.
The 3rd Official New Jersey Fringe Festival runs from August 3rd - August 5th. Access to the outdoor festival area is open and free to the public. Festivalgoers can purchase wristbands for the specialty theatrical performances in advance or at the festival.
Hammonton has strategically partnered with local businesses to provide a unique social experience. The New Jersey Fringe Festival is produced by Eagle Theatre and sponsored by The Noyes Museum of Art, Spellcaster Productions, GrandAire Booking, Verizon, Kathedral Event Center, Spellcaster Productions, and MainStreet Hammonton.
For info, visit www.jerseyfringe.com or call 609-704-5012
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