nj arts maven: AMAZING “GLOW IN THE DARK” ENTERTAINMENT FOR THE FAMILY THIS SUNDAY @ WPU IN WAYNE

"an eye-popping display of storytelling that's like nothing you've ever seen." —broadway.com

Corbian and Lightwire Theater presents

The Ugly Duckling
and
The Tortoise & The Hare

As seen on NBC's America's Got Talent!

WHEN: Sunday, April 27, 2 PM; Pre-show creative activities begin at 1:15 PM
WHERE: Shea Auditorium, William Paterson University, 300 Pompton Road, Wayne

Hans Christian Anderson's classic tales,The Ugly Duckling and The Tortoise & The Hare, illuminate the stage with spectacular glow in the dark electro-luminescent wire puppetry that is a treat for children and adults alike. This hour-long production Incorporates fluid choreography against classical, jazz, and pop music.

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The Prince of Broadway

Hal Prince: In Words & Music

WHEN: Thursday, May 1, 7:30 PM

He's the "Prince of Broadway!" Harold Prince's illustrious career spans over six-decades; he's garnered 21 Tony Awards—more than any other individual and has accomplished a long string of Broadway achievements—directing and producing over 50 plays, musicals and operas. Prince's endless repertoire of theater productions include Cabaret, The Phantom of the Opera, Candide, West Side Story, Evita and Fiddler on the Roof, to name a few.

Join us as this theater luminary discusses his long-standing career. Musical selections from his work will punctuate the evening.

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More Upcoming Events You Won't Want to Miss!

WP Music Department presents

COLLAGE!

WHEN: Saturday, April 26, 7:30 PM

A benefit concert for the WPU scholarship fund, Collage!provides a dazzling showcase of the university's musical talents, from Jazz to Classical to Pop, as students and faculty produce a very special event.

"Celebrating the 45th Anniversary of Woodstock!"

Glen Burtnik's Summer of Love Concert

WHEN: Saturday, May 10, 8:00 PM

Back by popular demand! Last year's concert was such a hit, Glen Burtnick's Summer of Love Woodstock Celebration

returns to Shea! Relive the memories and songs of the Woodstock generation with The Summer of Love concert experience. All arrangements are played live and note-for-note and feature the music of: The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, Janis Joplin, Jimi Hendrix, The Doors, Santana, Jefferson Airplane, The Beach Boys, Mamas and the Papas, Joe Cocker, Cream and more.

New Jersey Playwrights Contest

FOOD, THE MUSICAL
Book and Lyrics by Donna Kaz
Music by Gerald Stockstill
Directed by Edward Matthews
Winner of the Tenth Annual NJPC - Musical Series

6/12-15/14                   7:00 PM
6/19-21/14                   7:00 PM
6/26-28/14                   7:00 PM
6/15, 6/22, and 6/29   3:00 PM

WHERE: Hunziker Black Box Theatre, William Paterson University, Wayne

FOOD, THE MUSICAL, is a culinary feast of song and comedy featuring 5 short musicals all about food. The Costco Contessa tapes her own TV show, unveiling her secrets to making delicious meals from bulk ingredients. A man convicted of aggravated assault learns how to make a soufflé as part of his anger management class. And breakfast in the Ethel Merman home is a lot more than Ernest Borgnine bargained for during their 32-day marriage. Songs about suppertime, soup, and celebrity chefs provide tasty morsels in between each of the short musicals. Come and satiate your appetite for entertainment!