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Melinda was nominated for Best Actress on broadwayworld.com for her performance as Audrey in "Little Shop of Horrors." Other credits include the National tours of "Messiah Rocks," "Titanic," and the Theatreworks tour of "Mike Mulligan and his Steam Shovel." Workshops include Frank Wildhorn's "Wonderland," and "The Yellow Wood," directed by Tony award winner Brian Yorkey. Additional credits include "I Sing,"(Pepper) and "World Goes Round," Walnut Street Theater Studio 5 (Barrymore award, Best Ensemble) Melinda is currently playing the role of Gertrude McFuzz in The Growing Stage's production of "Seussical." She earned her BFA in Musical Theater from Ithaca College.

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Interview: DONALD DANFORD in CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY at The Growing Stage

We had the pleasure of interviewing Donald Danford, who is playing Mr. Beauregarde among other roles in 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.'
CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY Comes to the Growing Stage

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.
ELEPHANT AND PIGGIE'S 'WE ARE IN A PLAY!' Comes to The Growing Stage

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!”
Review: ARTHUR & FRIENDS Make A Musical! at The Growing Stage-Children's Theatre at its Best

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! 
Interview: Sara Giacomini of ARTHUR & FRIENDS MAKE A MUSICAL! at The Growing Stage

Broadwayworld had the opportunity to interview Sara Giacomini about her career and her role as DW at the upcoming show at The Growing Stage.
ARTHUR™ & FRIENDS MAKE A MUSICAL! Opens at The Growing Stage: Next Month

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.
ELLA ENCHANTED Arrives At The Growing Stage In December

The Growing Stage presents ELLA ENCHANTED, opening on December 1st. Don't miss this holiday production!
STAGE TUBE: Highlights from A CHRISTMAS CAROL THE MUSICAL at The Growing Stage

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!
BWW Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL THE MUSICAL at The Growing Stage Shines Bright

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.
A Christmas Carol the Musical Comes to The Growing Stage

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.
BWW Interview: Melinda Bass O'Neill and REALLY ROSIE at The Growing Stage

'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.
REALLY ROSIE Opens The Growing Stage's 2015-16 Season Today

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.
REALLY ROSIE to Open The Growing Stage's 2015-16 Season, 10/2-18

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.
BWW Interview: STEPHEN FREDERICKS of The Growing Stage in Netcong

Broadwayworld.com interviewed Stephen Fredericks, the Founder and Executive Director of The Growing Stage, The Children's Theatre of New Jersey.
Megan Hilty, Emma Hunton and More Set for Rob Rokicki's Album Release Concert Tonight

Award-winning musical theatre composer/lyricist Rob Rokicki celebrates the release of his album, I'm Ready: The Songs of Rob Rokicki at The Triad (Stage 72) tonight, November 19th at 9:15 p.m. Showcasing a collection of songs Rokicki has written over the past decade, the concert will feature Becca Ayers (Addams Family, Giant), Melinda Bass (Messiah Rocks), Brittney Bertier, Nick Dalton (Surf, Legally Blonde), Alexandra Ferrara, Amanda Flynn (Mamma Mia, Wicked), Brian Gallagher (Jekyll & Hyde), Leslie Henstock (Les Miserables, Light in the Piazza), Carly Hughes (Ghost, Ragtime), Megan Hilty (SMASH, 9 to 5, Wicked), Gwen Hollander (Little Women), Emma Hunton (Spring Awakening, Rent), Joe Iconis (Things to Ruin), Lauren Marcus (The Plant That Ate Dirty Socks), Ashley Moniz (Sister Act, Legally Blonde), Kathleen Elizabeth Monteleone (Hands on a Hardbody, Legally Blonde), and Michael James Scott (Book of Mormon, Elf).
Megan Hilty, Emma Hunton and More Set for Rob Rokicki's Album Release Concert, 11/19

Award-winning musical theatre composer/lyricist Rob Rokicki celebrates the release of his album, I'm Ready: The Songs of Rob Rokicki at The Triad (Stage 72) on Monday, November 19th at 9:15 p.m. Showcasing a collection of songs Rokicki has written over the past decade, the concert will feature Becca Ayers (Addams Family, Giant), Melinda Bass (Messiah Rocks), Brittney Bertier, Nick Dalton (Surf, Legally Blonde), Alexandra Ferrara, Amanda Flynn (Mamma Mia, Wicked), Brian Gallagher (Jekyll & Hyde), Leslie Henstock (Les Miserables, Light in the Piazza), Carly Hughes (Ghost, Ragtime), Megan Hilty (SMASH, 9 to 5, Wicked), Gwen Hollander (Little Women), Emma Hunton (Spring Awakening, Rent), Joe Iconis (Things to Ruin), Lauren Marcus (The Plant That Ate Dirty Socks), Ashley Moniz (Sister Act, Legally Blonde), Kathleen Elizabeth Monteleone (Hands on a Hardbody, Legally Blonde), and Michael James Scott (Book of Mormon, Elf). The band includes Micah Burgess, Rob Cookman, Seth Eliser, Zach Jones, and Dennis Michael Keefe. Rachel Lee and Rachel Sussman produce.
The Growing Stage's SEUSSICAL Closes

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 SEUSSICAL through April 1st with performances Friday evenings at 7:30 PM, Saturday and Sunday matinees at 4:00 PM. Music by Stephen Flaherty, lyrics by Lynn Ahrens, book by Stephen Flaherty & Lynn Ahrens, and based on the works of Dr. Seuss. SEUSSICAL is directed by TGS founder and executive Director Steve Fredericks with choreography by Jillian Petrie and musical direction by Laura Petrie.
STAGE TUBE: Highlights from The Growing Stage's SEUSSICAL Thru 4/1

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 SEUSSICAL through April 1st with performances Friday evenings at 7:30 PM, Saturday and Sunday matinees at 4:00 PM.
The Growing Stage Presents SEUSSICAL, 3/9-4/1

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 SEUSSICAL from March 9th to April 1st with performances Friday evenings at 7:30 PM, Saturday and Sunday matinees at 4:00 PM. Music by Stephen Flaherty, lyrics by Lynn Ahrens, book by Stephen Flaherty & Lynn Ahrens, and based on the works of Dr. Seuss. SEUSSICAL is directed by TGS founder and executive Director Steve Fredericks with choreography by Jillian Petrie and musical direction by Laura Petrie.
The Growing Stage Presents SEUSSICAL, 3/9-4/1

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 SEUSSICAL from March 9th to April 1st with performances Friday evenings at 7:30 PM, Saturday and Sunday matinees at 4:00 PM. Music by Stephen Flaherty, lyrics by Lynn Ahrens, book by Stephen Flaherty & Lynn Ahrens, and based on the works of Dr. Seuss. SEUSSICAL is directed by TGS founder and executive Director Steve Fredericks with choreography by Jillian Petrie and musical direction by Laura Petrie.

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