On March 23, NovelTeas Authors, Aromas and Gifts on Bridge Avenue welcomes the author of the memoir LIES MY MOTHER NEVER TOLD ME, a chronicle of parent/child relationships torn apart by miscommunication and alcoholism, from the daughter of famed novelist James Jones. A 45 dollar ticket includes presentation, a signing copy of the book and a reception catered by Monmouth County's own world renowned chef David Burke. TICKETS 40 DOLLARS IF RESERVED BEFORE 3/11.
TICKETS ON SALE MARCH 10: The original Jersey Boy and his 21st century streetcorner crew return Shoreside once again in a benefit concert for the Monmouth County Boys & Girls Club, with the Paramount in Asbury Park the venue.
TICKETS ON SALE MARCH 10: It ain't Independence Weekend without the annual season sparking partystarter on the Stone Pony SummerStage, an event offering more bang for the buck than a trunkful of contraband pyrotechnics.
Red Bank River Center is inviting talented adults and teenagers (16 years and older) to audition for this summer’s sidewalk performance series on Wednesday, March 31 at the Count Basie Theatre Rehearsal Studio, 99 Monmouth Street (2nd Floor) from 6—8pm. RiverCenter is seeking musicians and entertainers, such as mimes, clowns, magicians, jugglers, etc. to participate in the program. Each performer is asked to bring 3—to—4 minutes of prepared material highlighting his or her skills, a biography and references, if available.
On Wednesday, March 17, join David Burke for a Chef’s Showdown St. Patrick’s Day Tasting Dinner when he and David Burke Townhouse Chef Sylvain Delpique engage in friendly pot—to—pan combat against Fromagerie’s former co—owner Hubert Peter and DB Fromagerie Chef Richard “Whitey” Calton. The multi—course dinner features hors d’oeuvres, cocktails and prizes as guests vote for their 'Top Chef.'
The Middletown Library hosts a free program performed by two award winning young artists. 20 year old violinist Zinn is joined by 22 year old pianist Filshitinsky for a program of works by Beethoven, Paganini, Lutoslawski, Prokofiev, and Schumann.
The 12 piece Rhythm Doctors band (featuring Grammy nominated vocalist David Jennings) play classic Motown, James Brown, Earth Wind & Fire and more in this fundraiser show dedicated to The Food Bank of Monmouth and Ocean County. It's a 15 dollar donation to get in, or make that 10 bucks when you bring two cans of food.
Clark Gable stars in the gangland drama that's infamous for being the movie that John Dillinger watched just before he was gunned down. It screens for free at the Monmouth County Library's Eastern Branch, with showings at 2 and 7pm.
The new art gallery space at Pier Village in Long Branch is now open with a display of artworks by Laura Brunetti and her Traveling Canvas Series, plus guest artists Kathy Polenberg, Ellen Martin, Joann Lense, Gigi and Ellen Woods. There's also live entertainment, catering by My Kitchen Witch of Monmouth Beach, and a chance to help fund the Children's Crisis Intervention Services unit of the Behavioral Health Center at Monmouth Medical.
Rescheduled from 2/25: the author and editor of POZ magazine visits River Road Books in Fair Haven to read from and sign copies of I HAVE SOMETHING TO TELL YOU, her memoir of a 'double life' as a Princeton prep school grad who 'had it all,' and who kept hidden the fact that she was HIV positive.
Here's your chance to put the Pony on your résumé if you haven't already: Keith McCarthy and Lindsey Miller of the Sunday Blues host an open mic showcase for singer/songwriter types everywhere, with ARLAN FEILES as special guest star at 9:30pm. Signup starts at 7pm and the club will provide microphones, a piano and DI boxes.
In this world premiere drama by Kim Merrill, an ambitious woman named Julia Cameron goes head to head with the neurotic Charles Dodgson — better known as ALICE IN WONDERLAND author Lewis Carroll — in an attempt to become Britain’s premier photographer. The pawn in their battle: Alice!
Last seen on the Basie stage as acoustic opener for Lyle Lovett, the serial Grammy nominee and songwriter's songwriter (Eric Clapton, Bon Jovi, Bonnie Raitt and even Dylan have covered him) returns to Red Bank in full band headliner mode (and with Holly Williams doing the opening honors).
Phanphest.com presents an 'Asbury Rising' Battle of the Bands with Green Tag Sale starting off the night, followed by Jeremy Korpas with his new band Bay Area band Big Light, followed again by Green Tag Sale in a late set to complete the sandwich.
Phanphest.com presents an 'Asbury Rising' Battle of the Bands pitting guitarist Jeremy Korpas against himself in two bands: Green Tag Sale starts off the night, followed by Korpas with his new band Bay Area band Big Light, followed again by Green Tag Sale in a late set to complete the sandwich.
Michael Chartier stars as King Henry II in the grandest of all dysfunctional family homecoming plays — James Goldman's sharply written story of the search for an heir between the manipulative ruler, his three warring sons, exiled queen Eleanor (Donna Jeanne) and the king's mistress. It's served up with coffee and dessert; visit the website for details on available dinner/show packages.
Sissy Spacek stars (and sings) as country music icon Loretta Lynn in the 1980 biopic for which she won an Oscar. It's a Women's History Month entry in the Friday Afternoon Film Series at Middletown Library.
The legacy of the legendary magazine editor and fashion trailblazer is celebrated with a Girls' Night Out at Frank Talk Art Bistro, with conversation and door prizes.
In this world premiere drama by Kim Merrill, an ambitious woman named Julia Cameron goes head to head with the neurotic Charles Dodgson — better known as ALICE IN WONDERLAND author Lewis Carroll — in an attempt to become Britain’s premier photographer. The pawn in their battle: Alice!
THE WALTONS with sharp clothes and hotties? The cast of LOST IN SPACE with fiddles and banjos? Led by ZZ Top—bearded patriarch Jere, this family—unit bluegrass band (last seen round these parts at Monmouth U in 2009) has cultivated a remarkably sure presentation laced with fine technique and an entertaining style that avoids the worst of the Opryland/Branson excesses.
Producer Darrell Willis Sr. and his Dunbar Repertory Company present a play by Pearl Cleage, in which six women waiting in line to view the body of the late Coretta Scott King tell each other of their stories and experiences Jamie Cooper, Pamela Harris, Victoria Johnson, Sharon Lucas, Lauren Stefanakis and Lorraine Stone are the stars, and it all happens on the second floor of the BCC Higher Education Center in Long Branch.
The Tony winning (and somewhat interactive) Broadway musical smash of prepubescent kids learning about life at a school spelling bee is brought to Shore audiences for the first time by producer/director Nick Montesano's NENAproductions Theater Project — in the absolutely perfect former school building setting of the Jersey Shore Arts Center.
Michael Chartier stars as King Henry II in the grandest of all dysfunctional family homecoming plays — James Goldman's sharply written story of the search for an heir between the manipulative ruler, his three warring sons, exiled queen Eleanor (Donna Jeanne) and the king's mistress. It's served up with coffee and dessert; visit the website for details on available dinner/show packages.
It's a live Birthday Party concert, starring the nationwide children's music star and her band in two matinee performances (11am and 2pm) at the Basie. It's also a Kids Care Club event, for which donations of new books for needy children are greatly appreciated.
Michele Green hosts a free public display and discussion on ladies' apparel from 1810 to 1866, presented by the Francis Hopkinson Monmouth Courthouse Chapter of the DAR at the Monmouth Beach Cultural Center.
Featuring Emily Grove (1pm), Shana Fitzpatrick (2pm), Cat Cosentino (3pm), Mike Cuntala (4pm), Danny Rongo (5pm), followed by Dan Toye (6pm), and We Are featuring special guest Dave Murphy (7pm).
The photographer whose 'pet whisperer' ways have resulted in a series of cool and delightful picture books visits River Road Books in Fair Haven to sign copies of her latest title, DOGPLAY: THE CANINE GUIDE TO BEING HAPPY.
Master puppeteer Jim Racioppi and crew present CINDERELLA, the latest in their long running series of Paper Moon marionette shows for family audiences. One of the Shore's best kept secrets, these productions (on the custom scaled mini stage at First Avenue Playhouse in Atlantic Highlands) combine handmade figures and scenery with genuine theatrical artistry for a rare experience that's capped by the 'backstage tour' following the show.
On March 20, Shaka Big Island Burrito at Pier Village is the place for an early season luau dedicated to the Kortney Rose Foundation and its work toward the treatment and cure of pediatric brain tumors. There's an All You Can Eat Island Buffet (deatils at www.shakaeats.com); reserve tix at web link provided.
The outpost of the offbeat that is the Parlor Gallery hosts a reception for their March installation; a group show of oft—times unsettling images from a gallery of rogue artists that includes Francesca Alaimo, Damarak the Destroyer, Jordan Eagles, Heather Gabel, Jack Howe, Colleen Leslie, Arabella Proffer, Joe Nicita and Jon Todd.
In this world premiere drama by Kim Merrill, an ambitious woman named Julia Cameron goes head to head with the neurotic Charles Dodgson — better known as ALICE IN WONDERLAND author Lewis Carroll — in an attempt to become Britain’s premier photographer. The pawn in their battle: Alice!
Producer Darrell Willis Sr. and his Dunbar Repertory Company present a play by Pearl Cleage, in which six women waiting in line to view the body of the late Coretta Scott King tell each other of their stories and experiences Jamie Cooper, Pamela Harris, Victoria Johnson, Sharon Lucas, Lauren Stefanakis and Lorraine Stone are the stars, and it all happens on the second floor of the BCC Higher Education Center in Long Branch.
The Tony winning (and somewhat interactive) Broadway musical smash of prepubescent kids learning about life at a school spelling bee is brought to Shore audiences for the first time by producer/director Nick Montesano's NENAproductions Theater Project — in the absolutely perfect former school building setting of the Jersey Shore Arts Center.
The local vocal powerhouse presents SING THE BODY ELECTRIC, a concert of 'music and evocations for chorus and brass,' that much closer to heaven atop Tower Hill.
Michael Chartier stars as King Henry II in the grandest of all dysfunctional family homecoming plays — James Goldman's sharply written story of the search for an heir between the manipulative ruler, his three warring sons, exiled queen Eleanor (Donna Jeanne) and the king's mistress. It's served up with coffee and dessert; visit the website for details on available dinner/show packages.
In this world premiere drama by Kim Merrill, an ambitious woman named Julia Cameron goes head to head with the neurotic Charles Dodgson — better known as ALICE IN WONDERLAND author Lewis Carroll — in an attempt to become Britain’s premier photographer. The pawn in their battle: Alice!
Just in time for St. Pat's, the veteran folk group (coming up on 50 years of continuous performing) returns to Red Bank with their patented mix of traditional Irish tunes, signature originals like 'The Unicorn,' and unique takes on familiar pop songs.
The Tony winning (and somewhat interactive) Broadway musical smash of prepubescent kids learning about life at a school spelling bee is brought to Shore audiences for the first time by producer/director Nick Montesano's NENAproductions Theater Project — in the absolutely perfect former school building setting of the Jersey Shore Arts Center.
Words! Books in Asbury Park and online literary magazine Splash of Red continue their BookFLX series, teaming with The Showroom to host best selling crime novelist Wallace Stroby (GONE TIL NOVEMBER) in a discussion of film noir highlighted by a screening of Stanley Kubrick's classic caper THE KILLING. Tickets and other info from The Showroom, or call 732.502.0472.
Producer Darrell Willis Sr. and his Dunbar Repertory Company present a play by Pearl Cleage, in which six women waiting in line to view the body of the late Coretta Scott King tell each other of their stories and experiences Jamie Cooper, Pamela Harris, Victoria Johnson, Sharon Lucas, Lauren Stefanakis and Lorraine Stone are the stars, and it all happens on the second floor of the BCC Higher Education Center in Long Branch.
A tradition around Red Bank for years, the Sunday night event is THE place to find musicians congregating, hanging out, trying new ideas, cutting up on some classics and generally enjoying one of the MUST events for Jersey Shore music fans.
On display during the months of March and April in the gallery at Monmouth U's Pollak Theatre, this collection of images by Israeli photographer Jonathan Torgovnik examines the plight of Tutsi women in Rwanda who were raped by Hutu militiamen during the 1994 genocide, and the children born to them — children who, like their mothers, find themselves shunned by their communities. Exhibit is one view weekdays from 9am to 5pm.
In partnership with Asbury Park's professional stage troupe ReVision Theatre Company, The Showroom hosts a reading of a new play by Julie Marino, set during the infamous California wildfires and concerning the personal and professional crises of a disillusioned activist whose resolve is tested by personal dynamics, political upheavals and the murder of her son. It's part of a welcome new monthly series of Monday evening presentations, designed to showcase what's out there, what works and what doesn't!
The singer, songwriter and scenester moves his 'Long Weekend' variety show to the Parthenon Lounge at Synaxis for a Monday night melange of music, Open Mic thrills, special guests, trivia quizzes, cheap drinks, 'great prizes, even better banter!'
The Grammy winning, megaplatinum minted Bay Area trio is back touring on the heels of a new album, and with a newfound sense of urgency that harkens back to their earliest triumphs. They're coming to Red Bank for the first time, with Butch Walker and the Black Widows offering solid support. A 175 dollar VIP ticket includes preferred seating, autographed poster and meet 'n greet with the band.
Red Bank River Center is inviting talented adults and teenagers (16 years and older) to audition for this summer’s sidewalk performance series on Wednesday, March 31 at the Count Basie Theatre Rehearsal Studio, 99 Monmouth Street (2nd Floor) from 6—8pm. RiverCenter is seeking musicians and entertainers, such as mimes, clowns, magicians, jugglers, etc. to participate in the program. Each performer is asked to bring 3—to—4 minutes of prepared material highlighting his or her skills, a biography and references, if available.
Branches in West Long Branch hosts internationally recognized Jean Hoefliger in an Alpha Omega wine tasting event. $$89 includes five course seated dinner with selected top rated Napa wines at 7:30pm. Call for reservations.
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