Arts & Entertainment
By ISABEL MARZULLO
April 10, 2025
ST. BONAVENTURE, NY — A sketchpad Carson Waterman received from his girlfriend while he served in Vietnam made a huge difference in his life. “We were in Vietnam in the central highlands,” the Seneca artist recalled during a recent interview with mixed media artist Hayden Haynes on the stage of the ...
CLINTON TOWN, NJ - When most people hear “craft festival,” images of cheery shows in church basements featuring lovingly hand-created gifts come to mind. While the Red Mill Museum Village (56 Main Street Clinton NJ) staff love a good church basement sale, that’s not what their upcoming event is ...
KING LEAR at NUTLEY LITTLE THEATRE opens THIS WEEKEND!There are still tickets available for this weekend's shows by going to King Lear at Nutley Little Theatre .Shakespeare's classic tells the tale of King Lear, who, in preparation for his old age, divides his power and land between his daughters ...
BASKING RIDGE, NJ – Light Opera of New Jersey (LONJ) held their annual Stars of Tomorrow vocal competition on Saturday, April 5, 2025 at Saint Mark’s Episcopal Church in Basking Ridge. The event drew some of the greatest high school talent from across the area for an afternoon of breathtaking ...
Princeton, NJ – The artists are out in force as this week draws to an end. We have two art events on Thursday, April 10, both at 5:30 p.m. And two artists share an opening reception on Friday, April 11, at 5 p.m. at the private (but open to the public for this event) Present Day Club.On view at ...
SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ – Nettingham Middle School in Scotch Plains has received 13 Foxy Award nominations from the Montclair Theatre Night Awards Program, a statewide theatre competition that recognizes excellence in middle school theatre, for their 2024 musical production of Once Upon a Mattress: Youth ...
CHATHAM, NJ – The Chatham High School Honors Recital is set to take place on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at 7 p.m. in the CHS auditorium. This annual event brings together some of the school’s most dedicated and talented student musicians for a night of solo performances.A unique feature of the ...
FLORHAM PARK, NJ - The Florham Park Jaycees are hosting an Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 12th.See details below:
WESTFIELD, NJ — Michelle Monaghan, who starred in season three of “The White Lotus” on HBO, has been spotted in town for the filming of Netflix movie “The Whisper Man,” according to NJ.com.“The Whisper Man,” an adaptation of Alex North’s bestselling novel directed by James Ashcroft, also stars ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ - Celebrating four decades of “bringing music to people and people to music,” the renowned Hanover Wind Symphony will present a gala 40th Anniversary Concert on Sunday, April 27, at 3 p.m., at Morristown High School, 50 Early St., in Morristown. The concert is free and open to the ...
PATERSON, NJ - The Paterson Museum is marking its centennial anniversary with a special exhibit highlighting 100 artifacts that capture the breadth and diversity of the city’s history. From historic machinery and local mineral collections to iconic sports jerseys and fine art, the selected items ...
PATERSON, NJ - Paterson native, comedian, and actress Monique Latise will make her headlining debut at the world-famous Stress Factory Comedy Club in New Brunswick on May 4. With over 14 years in stand-up, Latise has built an impressive career and is now considered one of the most sought-after ...
HOBOKEN, NJ - Hudson County’s renowned Mile Square Theatre has announced its selection of Chris Cragin-Day as its new Artistic Director in Residence. A resident of Weehawken, NJ, Ms. Cragin-Day is a longtime theatre professional and Founder of Firebone Theatre Company, alongside her husband, a ...
RAHWAY, NJ — The popular Taylor Swift tribute performance, Fearless: The Taylor Swift Experience, is coming to Rahway's Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) this Friday, April 11.The concert begins at 8 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. for Taylor Swift karaoke and a photo booth opportunity.UCPAC ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ - Celebrating four decades of “bringing music to people and people to music,” the renowned Hanover Wind Symphony will present a gala 40th Anniversary Concert on Sunday, April 27, at 3 p.m., at Morristown High School, 50 Early St., in Morristown. The concert is free and open to the ...
SOMERS, N.Y. - “My characters are my best friends,” jokes Michael Balkind. Given the prolific nature of the Somers author’s writing career, it's easy to understand why. Balkind recently published his sixth novel, “Kid-Napped in Cartagena,” continuing his work in a unique genre that blends ...
FLEMINGTON, NJ - Troupe 3035 Diner, from Hunterdon Central Regional High School, presented its annual Lip Sync Battle April 4 in the Little Theater.Celia G. was declared the winner of the event.
BRIDGEWATER, NJ - Three evenings of enjoyable music were provided by the talented students and staff who are involved in the visual and performing arts program in the Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District.The signature event of this program, the Festival of the Arts, was held with three ...
LIVINGSTON, NJ — The Livingston Advisory Committee for Disabilities (LACD) has teamed up with the Livingston Kiwanis Club and the Recreation and Senior Services Department (formerly known as SYLS) to co-sponsor a Spring Party for children and adults with special needs and their families on ...
ROSELLE PARK, NJ - Matilda the Musical hit the stage at Roselle Park High School on March 27th, 28th, and 29th for a revolting good time! Matilda is a delightful and inspiring stage adaptation of Roald Dahl’s beloved novel. Matilda first premiered at the Courtyard Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon, ...
HAMILTON, NJ - Hippity hop down the bunny trail to Kuser Farm Mansion on Saturday, April 12 for your chance to get photos with the Easter Bunny.No reservations are necessary and gifts will also be distributed from the Easter Bunny's basket. Bring your own camera!Pictures are available between 11:00 ...
UNION, NJ – Union’s third annual Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Food & Music Festival isset for Saturday, May 3 on Stuyvesant Avenue. The event, which includes performances and live entertainment, is scheduled to begin at 1 p.m. on Stuyvesant Avenue between Morris and Axton Avenues.
YORKTOWN, N.Y.—From a small elementary school stage to a national Broadway tour and television and film roles, Yorktown’s John Mahanna has carved his own path in the performing arts world. Balancing school, auditions, and professional productions, he has embraced both the challenges and rewards of ...
EDISON, NJ - The township and Mayor Sam Joshi have announced a new entertainment center called Albatross opening at 991 US Route 1. The new entertainment hub is expected to bring over 250 jobs to Edison Township, according to a press release. An official opening date has not been announced at this ...
ELIZABETH, NJ - The Elizabeth High School Percussion Ensemble are champions once again in 2025. The ensemble took home their third consecutive USBands Indoor Percussion Scholastic Marching A championship with a score of 94.5, the highest mark since the program’s inception in 2023. The 2025 EHS ...
CEDAR GROVE, NJ - Summer Camp is returning to Cedar Grove. The 2025 rendition of Summer Camp will be held from June 30 to August 1 (Monday through Friday). Camps are available for Pre-K students through fifth grade. Pre-K camps will be held at the Memorial Middle School Cafeteria from 8:45 a.m. to ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Mount Laurel residents are invited to enjoy a mid-week classic movie with a musical twist!The Mount Laurel Library will be hosting a matinée screening of the 1979 musical Hair on Thursday, April 10 from 1PM to 4PM.Let the sun shine in with the energetic United Artists film ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ - The Colonial Corner has captured the Orchestra Concert and the Bands of Morris Concert. Orchestra Concert Band of Morris Concert
RAHWAY, NJ — It’s a Murder Mystery – but not just ANY murder mystery! Join the Merchants and Drovers Tavern Museum on April 11 and 12 for its third annual fundraiser, the immersive mystery where you become part of the show!It is the late 1950s at the height of the Cold War. You find yourselves on ...
GARWOOD, NJ — The Garwood Partnership for Arts and Culture (GPAC) is holding its second annual Garwood Poetry Festival in recognition of April as National Poetry Month, on Saturday and Sunday, April 26-27.GPAC is asking local poets (residents of both Garwood and surrounding towns) to submit their ...