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4000 Miles
4000 Miles
12/13 - 12/22/2024


After suffering a major loss while on a cross-country bike trip, 21-year-old Leo seeks solace from his feisty 91-year-old grandmother Vera in her West Village ...

Gene & Gilda
Gene & Gilda
12/3 - 12/22/2024


By  Cary Gitter Directed by  Joe Brancato   Gene Wilder ( Young Frankenstein, Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory ) and Gilda Radner (Original Cast ...

A Christmas Carol
A Christmas Carol
12/4 - 12/29/2024


Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol | By Neil Bartlett Directed by Paul Mullins Scrooge’s iconic journey from miser to humanitarian appears fresh and new in ...

SMALL
SMALL
1/21 - 2/9/2025


By  Robert Montano Directed by  Jessi D. Hill Robert Montano  shares a wild autobiographical ride about the wears of childhood, family, racism, and the misunderstood ...

The Crucible
The Crucible
2/21 - 3/8/2025


The Crucible Directed by Kevern Cameron Assistant Director: Elissa Strell Co-Producers: Leslie Schwartz and Kay Gunn Stage Manager: Christine Petruzzell Assistant Stage Manager:  Mary McCormack ...

A Case for the Existence of God


by Samuel D. Hunter Ryan is undereducated, awful with money, and reeling from a painful divorce with the mother of his child, while Keith is ...

Fade - Play by Tanya Sarracho


In the vibrant tapestry of Fade, the intricate threads of class and race entwine. Follow Lucia, a trailblazing Mexican-born novelist, on her groundbreaking journey into ...

King James
King James
3/18 - 4/6/2025


By  Rajiv Joseph Directed by  Ryan George It all started with the 2003-2004 basketball season. Two sports fans, Matt and Shawn, instantly hit things off ...

The Shark is Broken
The Shark is Broken
4/29 - 5/18/2025


By  Ian Shaw  and  Joseph Nixon Directed by  David Saint   Three Hollywood legends are stranded in the middle of the ocean while filming one ...

the ripple the wave that carried me home


Tony-nominated playwright Christina Anderson brings us a poignant, transporting, and quietly subversive story of racial justice, political legacy, and family forgiveness. Janice’s childhood was steeped ...



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Guest Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL at McCarter Theatre-Holiday Spirit in Princeton


by Marina Kennedy - December 17, 2024

McCarter Theatre Center’s annual production of A Christmas Carol has returned to Princeton, New Jersey, and brings with it plenty of holiday merriment....

Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL at STNJ-Top Show to Tantalize the Imagination


by Marina Kennedy - December 11, 2024

If you want to see a production of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol presented to perfection, make plans to visit The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ). ...

Review: GENE & GILDA-A Humorous and Affecting Story of Legendary Performers at GSP


by Marina Kennedy - December 09, 2024

George Street Playhouse (GSP) is now presenting a two-hander that should be on your December entertainment schedule.  Gene & Gilda tells a captivating story about the relationship of the two celebrated performers, Gene Wilder and Gilda Radner....

Review: WHITE CHRISTMAS at Paper Mill Playhouse-Ideal Holiday Cheer for All


by Marina Kennedy - December 04, 2024

'Tis the season for a fabulous holiday show and that means you must see Paper Mill Playhouse’s production of 'Irving Berlin’s White Christmas: The Musical.' ...

Review: Catalyst Theater Company’s BAT BOY Transforms Prejudice


by Chloe Yang - November 17, 2024

Catalyst Theater's 'Bat Boy: The Musical' shines with Nick Rubano (Edgar), Tracey Lynne Haskell (Meredith), Beth Siegling (Shelley), and Scott McGowan (Dr. Parker) leading a powerful exploration of acceptance and humanity in this intimate production about a journey of love and prejudice....

Review: José Rivera’s YOUR NAME MEANS DREAM at NJ Rep-A Captivating New Play


by Marina Kennedy - November 06, 2024

This fascinating new play is an insightful examination about aging and the use of advanced technology in caregiving....

Review: MY ITALY STORY Bridges Generations at Hamilton Stage


by Chloe Yang - October 27, 2024

Experience Italian-American family drama in 'My Italy Story.' This captivating one-man show stars Michael Notardonato as he masterfully portrays multiple characters on a journey of identity and reconciliation. Don't miss it — Oct 24-27 at Hamilton Stage, Rahway, then Nov 1-3 at Sieminski Theater, Ba...

Review: Art House Productions’ GRUESOME PLAYGROUND INJURIES Bleeds Beauty


by Chloe Yang - October 27, 2024

Art House Productions' gripping staging of 'Gruesome Playground Injuries' explores love, pain, and healing through 30 years of friendship. Ashley Renée-Scott and Mario C. Brown shine as Kayleen and Doug, whose bond transcends romance in this intimate black box production running through Nov 10. Must...

Guest Review: ARB’s WONDERMENT Celebrates the Magic of the Mind with Whimsy and Drama


by Marina Kennedy - October 24, 2024

Anyone who has spent a childhood afternoon daydreaming in their bedroom is sure to be captured by the whimsical charm of WONDERMENT, the program that opened the American Repertory Ballet (ARB) 2024-2025 season....

Review: MACBETH at The Shakespeare Theatre of NJ-An Outstanding Production


by Marina Kennedy - October 22, 2024

An awe-inspiring production of William Shakespeare’s masterwork tragedy, 'Macbeth' is now being performed at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) through November 17th. Read the review. ...



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