Arts & Entertainment Top Stories
By MATT DOHERTY
December 12, 2024
ASBURY PARK, NJ — The vibrant streets of Asbury Park have been buzzing with excitement as Hollywood descends upon the iconic Stone Pony to film the highly anticipated movie “Deliver Me from Nowhere.” The film, which delves into the making of Bruce Springsteen’s groundbreaking album “Nebraska,” ...
GARWOOD, NJ — Crossroads, the restaurant, bar and music venue in Garwood, was the site of filming for a movie about a Neil Diamond cover band this week, Mayor Jen Blumenstock wrote on her Facebook page Wednesday.“Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson were in town filming a new movie, Song Sung Blue, based ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - Mark your calendars! On Saturday, December 14th, the Berkeley Heights Police Department will be spreading holiday joy across neighborhoods with some very special guests—Santa Claus and the Grinch! This much-anticipated annual event, hosted by Berkeley Heights PBA 144, is sure ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - The holiday season is here, and it’s time to spread some festive cheer by nominating your favorite homes for the 8th Annual Berkeley Heights Business & Civic Battle of the Bulbs competition! Whether it’s a Clark Griswold-inspired display that lights up the night, a home ...
ACADEMY FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS STUDENT IN THE NUTCRACKER WITH NEW JERSEY DANCE THEATRE ENSEMBLE Celebrating 55th Anniversary Season “A mesmerizing production of THE NUTCRACKER” - Union News Daily SUMMIT, NJ – December 22, 2024, Quinn Smith, 14, of New Providence, New Jersey, will play the star ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — The vibrant streets of Asbury Park have been buzzing with excitement as Hollywood descends upon the iconic Stone Pony to film the highly anticipated movie “Deliver Me from Nowhere.” The film, which delves into the making of Bruce Springsteen’s groundbreaking album “Nebraska,” ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — The vibrant streets of Asbury Park have been buzzing with excitement as Hollywood descends upon the iconic Stone Pony to film the highly anticipated movie “Deliver Me from Nowhere.” The film, which delves into the making of Bruce Springsteen’s groundbreaking album “Nebraska,” ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — The vibrant streets of Asbury Park have been buzzing with excitement as Hollywood descends upon the iconic Stone Pony to film the highly anticipated movie “Deliver Me from Nowhere.” The film, which delves into the making of Bruce Springsteen’s groundbreaking album “Nebraska,” ...
SOMERSET, N.J. — The Franklin Township Cultural Arts Council, in collaboration with the Franklin Township Chamber of Commerce, is set to host a special Holiday Concert on Friday, from 7:00 to 9:00 PM at Sampson G. Smith School.Doors will open at 6:30 PM, allowing attendees to arrive early to find ...
OLEAN, NY — Who's willing to decide Karen Andre’s fate? The power rests in the hands of the audience in the Olean Theatre Workshop’s latest production. “The Night of January 16th,” a courtroom drama written by Ayn Rand, will immerse theatergoers in the mystery surrounding the death of Bjorn ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — The vibrant streets of Asbury Park have been buzzing with excitement as Hollywood descends upon the iconic Stone Pony to film the highly anticipated movie “Deliver Me from Nowhere.” The film, which delves into the making of Bruce Springsteen’s groundbreaking album “Nebraska,” ...
KENILWORTH, NJ — Kenilworth celebrated the start of the holiday season with lights, food and an appearance from Santa on Sunday evening with the annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony. There was a wonderful turnout of community members. Families and friends took photos in front of the tree and ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – The Phillipsburg High School Music Department presented a captivating Winter Concert on December 10, 2024, at the PHS Performing Arts Auditorium. The event showcased the exceptional talent and dedication of the students, under the guidance of Vocal Directors Tom DiGiovanni and ...
NUTLEY, NJ - Nutley officially lit its holiday tree, a 42 foot Norway Spruce, in a new location — the Municipal Plaza in front of town hall on Sunday evening, Dec. 8.Mayor John V. Kelly III and the Nutley Commissioners Thomas J. Evans, Alphonse Petracco, Joseph P. Scarpelli and Mauro G. Tucci ...
CHICAGO, IL – A Sparta High School alumnus had the opportunity to interview Jon M. Chu, the director of “Wicked” the popular screen adaptation of the Broadway musical and novel by Gregory Maguire.Cody Dericks writes for a number of websites, including AwardsWatch, which covers new film releases ...
DOYLESTOWN, PA—Doylestown’s American Legion will host its third annual holiday concert on Sunday, giving the community a chance to enjoy big-band versions of Christmas songs—and to check out a building that has been a staple of the community for 90 years. The concert will take place on Sunday, Dec.
CORAL SPRINGS, FL — A Coral Springs resident has offered to donate a piece of locally made art to the city, leaving officials to determine its future.The painting, Goddess of the Springs, created in 2005 by Coral Springs artist Al Razza, depicts a woman holding the keys to the city at the fountain ...
ACADEMY FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS STUDENT IN THE NUTCRACKER WITH NEW JERSEY DANCE THEATRE ENSEMBLE Celebrating 55th Anniversary Season “A mesmerizing production of THE NUTCRACKER” - Union News Daily SUMMIT, NJ – December 22, 2024, Lulu Ciaccia, 16, of Berkeley Heights, New Jersey, will play the star ...
MOUNT SAINT MARY ACADEMY STUDENT IN THE NUTCRACKER WITH NEW JERSEY DANCE THEATRE ENSEMBLE Celebrating 55th Anniversary Season “A mesmerizing production of THE NUTCRACKER” - Union News Daily SUMMIT, NJ – December 22, 2024, Sophie Kline, 15, of New Providence, New Jersey, will play the star roles of ...
WESTAMPTON, NJ — Step into the magical world of the Sugar Plum Fairy this weekend with a free performance at the Burlington County Library.The Library will be hosting “Sundays on Stage” with a holiday performance by Roxey Ballet on Sunday, December 15 at 2PM in the Auditorium of the Library's Main ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL - Coral Springs has released its annual Holiday Lights Map, listing homes in neighborhoods featuring notable holiday decorations. The map features 24 homes across the city, offering residents a chance to explore decorations in their own neighborhoods.Here are the stops, according ...
CLARK, NJ — The Clark Public Schools Music Department presents its 2024 Holiday Concert Series!There will be a winter concert taking place at each of the district's four schools:Wednesday, December 11: Valley Road Elementary SchoolThursday, December 12: Kumpf Middle SchoolTuesday, December 17: ALJ ...
New Brunswick, NJ – It was a match made not quite in heaven but on a movie set with two comedic actors bantering with each other. The well-established Gene Wilder, creator of Willy Wonka, Young Frankenstein and other iconic characters, and the up and coming Gilda Radner, who created Roseanne ...
GLEN ROCK, NJ - The Men's Activities Club always finds a way to get together, whether it's during the colder months or they make a fun excuse to get together.Members of the Activities Club Petanque (a French game similar to Bocci) and their guests pictured in the attached photo, took advantage of ...
GLEN ROCK, NJ - The Dog Park recently received a donation from a neighboring community organization that will help to fund its most recent project: eco-friendly solar lighting. Jean Jadvaia presented Glen Rock Dog Park Founder Michelle Hillock with a $500 donation on behalf of the Paramus Rotary ...
CLINTON TOWN, NJ - Candlelight Night will take place tonight in Clinton Town from 6 PM to 9 PM, offering a wonderful opportunity to shop locally for the holidays.Enjoy extended store hours, special in-store promotions, and the enchanting atmosphere of Main Street lined with luminaries and cherry ...
VERONA, NJ - The Township of Verona announced on Tuesday that registration for the Children’s Winter Recreation Program is now open to Verona residents. Registration will begin for non-Verona residents on December 17 at 10 a.m. Programs include Dance, Art, Soccer, and Tennis. Interested residents ...
Though you might not be familiar with the play, it has an impressive resume. In 2012, it became the first play to debut in Lincoln Center Theater's new works program. Later that year, it won the Obie Award for Best New American play. In 2013, it was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize for Drama. And, ...
CROSS RIVER, N.Y. - “And now, it’s time for the Cards of Fate!” Showgirl Cinnamon swivels a card around featuring the name of the show before smacking the game show host Buffy a high five as she sweeps onto the stage in a sparkly gown.“Hold!” said one of the five seniors sitting in the front row ...
Irving Berlin’s White Christmas: The Musical, opened on Sunday, December 1st at the Paper Mill Playhouse. Directed by Paper Mill’s Mark S. Hoebee, Irving Berlin’s White Christmas continues through Sunday, December 29 at Paper Mill Playhouse (22 Brookside Drive, Millburn, NJ). The cast ...