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THE WP PRESENTS! SERIES WINTER/SPRING
SEASON KICKS OFF WITH A BLACK HISTORY MONTH CELEBRATION AND SPECIAL
EVENTS FOR VALENTINE'S DAY WEEKEND
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Sons of Mystro
FEBRUARY 10, 12:30 PM
Sons of Mystro is the violin duo of two
brothers, Malcolm and Umoja, who use their instruments to interpret
reggae classics and American pop songs to create their own sound. They
are winners of the Best Emerging Artist under 21 Award
at the International Reggae and World Music Awards. Accompanied by a DJ
and a drummer, their music is a reflection of their Caribbean roots,
American upbringing and classical music training.
Location: Shea Center for Performing
Arts
Also livestreaming on the WP Presents YouTube
channel.
Admission: Free and open to the
public
No ticket or registration required.
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The Music of Sam Cooke starring Bradd
Marquis
A Change Is Gonna Come
FEBRUARY 11, 8:00 PM
This fantastic new show depicts the life
and music of one of America’s most iconic and talented performers, the
legendary Sam Cooke, brought to you alongside a live and soulful big
band. This world premiere concert features the greatest hits from the
Legend of Soul including “You Send Me,” “Only Sixteen,” “Cupid,” “Chain
Gang,” “Twistin the Night Away,” “A Change is Gonna Come,” and
“Wonderful World,” to name a few. Beginning with the gospel music that
formed the foundation of Sam Cooke’s career, and spanning his success
as a pop star, it's pure magic from beginning to end.
Click here to read njarts.net's show preview and
interview with New Jersey native and singer-songwriter Bradd Marquis.
Location: Shea Center for Performing
Arts
Admission: Orchestra $25 • Loge $20
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FEBRUARY 12, 8:00 PM
Frontiers is the world’s number one
tribute to Journey. These five talented, NYC-area musicians recreate
the music of Journey to perfection, note for note – every nuance, every
iconic riff, all the feels. Frontiers covers all the greatest hits such
as "Open Arms," "Separate Ways," "Send Her My
Love," "Faithfully," "Stone in Love,"
"Don’t Stop Believing," "Who’s Crying Now,"
"Anyway You Want It," and many more. What better than to
share Valentine's weekend with your loved one and the greatest love
songs from Journey!
Location: Shea Center for Performing
Arts
Admission: Orchestra $30 • Loge $25
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African Soul International
FEBRUARY 25, 5:00 PM
African Soul International brings
the fire, passion, and energy of the
rich African and African American experience in
ways that exhilarate and educate audiences. Their presentation will
incorporate live drumming, dancing, storytelling, and songs for all
ages to enjoy. Once the energy hits you, you may just want to get out
of your seat and dance too!
Location: Shea Center for Performing
Arts
Admission: Free and open to the
public
No ticket or registration required.
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FEBRUARY 26, 8:00 PM
There is no other performer who looks
and sounds so much like Elton John, nor any tribute act that provides
the experience of being at an Elton John concert the way Gerald Brann
and Yellow Brick Road do. Brann captures the essence of the piano man,
donning replica costumes and trademark sunglasses, and playing hit
after hit with remarkable likeness to the pop icon. The band invites
audience participation throughout the show – whether singing along to
“Rocket Man” and “Your Song,” swaying to “Candle in the Wind,” or
hopping and bopping to “Crocodile Rock.” This is more than a tribute;
this is a recreation of a beloved performer, Elton John.
Location: Shea Center for Performing
Arts
Admission: Orchestra $40 • Loge $35
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Mad River Theater Works presents
Freedom Riders MARCH 2, 10:30 AM & 5:15 PM
This new play, with original songs and
music, explores the valiant and courageous personalities behind one of
the most critical chapters in the history of the civil rights
movement. Freedom Riders demonstrates the importance
of working together to affect change and specifically how non-violent
protests were used to focus attention on the cruelties of segregation.
Mad River Theater Works is an acclaimed touring ensemble that creates
vibrant and evocative plays with music for families and young audiences
based on American history and folklore.
Location: Shea Center for Performing
Arts
Admission: Free and open to the
public
No ticket or registration required.
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Rock of Jersey
A Tribute to the Boss and Bon Jovi
featuring
The B-Street Band and Slippery When
Wet (NJ)
MARCH 5, 8:00 PM
This show pays tribute to
two of New Jersey's most popular artists and the
sounds of Jersey Rock. Slippery When Wet (NJ) is a
group of seasoned veterans of the New York and
New Jersey music scene. Raised on the same mean streets
and reared in many of the same bars and nightclubs as Jon and
the band, these experienced rockers bring the same energy,
enthusiasm, and New Jersey attitude to the stage as the early
Bon Jovi! From the heart of the Jersey Shore,
the B-Street Band is the hardest working tribute band on the
circuit. Loved by the musicians they honor, B-Street Band has had
the privilege of performing with several E-Street Band
members including Steve Van Zandt, Max Weinberg, the late great
Clarence Clemons, Garry W. Tallent, and Vini "Mad Dog" Lopez.
Location: Shea Center for Performing
Arts
Admission: Orchestra $35 • Loge $30
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Ensemble Español Spanish Dance Theater
MARCH 26, 8:00 PM
Ensemble Español Spanish Dance Theater,
in residence at Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago, is the
premier Spanish dance company and center in the United States. For 46
years the Ensemble has continued its mission of preservation,
presentation, and promotion of Spanish dance and culture. They explore
the country’s history in the flamenco, folkloric, classical, and
escuela bolera styles and identifies its influence on Latin American
art and dance in both traditional and contemporary formats. Experience
the immense virtuosity of an internationally renowned cultural treasure
that is accessible and close to home.
Location: Shea Center for Performing
Arts
Admission: Orchestra $25 • Loge $20
50% off for WP community, Non-WP
students, and children (Under 18) by calling or visiting the box
office. Discount not available online. Free for WP students (one ticket
per ID)
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APRIL 2, 8:00 PM
Best of the Eagles is one of the top
Eagles tribute bands in the country, performing the band’s greatest
hits from the ‘70s, ‘80s, and beyond. What makes this tribute unique
from other bands is that each member performs and sings the songs just
as the original member does, mirroring his counterpart in the Eagles
instrumentally and vocally. This group of excellent musicians expertly
and authentically re-create the songs, music, vocals, and magical aura
of one of America’s greatest rock bands. It is the most authentic
recreation next to seeing the Eagles live. If you love the music of the
Eagles, you will love Best of the Eagles.
Location: Shea Center for Performing
Arts
Admission: Orchestra $40 • Loge $35
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STAY TUNED AS MORE SHOWS WILL BE ADDED
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These events are being sold at full
capacity. Please take your personal comfort level into consideration
prior to purchasing tickets. Click here for our latest COVID-19 health and
safety protocols. We strongly encourage buying tickets in advance
online or by calling the box office.
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In an effort to provide the tools
necessary for student success in the music program and for the
University to continue to provide outstanding public
performances,
The WP 88 Keys Campaign is designed to support the purchase and maintenance of a
new Steinway piano for the Shea Center for the Performing Arts. To
learn more, please click here to visit The WP 88 Keys Campaign website.
If you are interested, please contact
Maureen O’Connor at oconnorm24@wpunj.edu or 973.720.3990. For general support of the campaign,
click the donate button and choose WP 88 Keys Campaign as your gift designation.
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Shea Center for Performing Arts |
973.720.2371 |
wp-presents.org
Email: boxoffice@wpunj.edu
Shea Center Box Office
Temporary Hours of Operation
Monday: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Thursday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Friday: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
No refunds or exchanges. All sales are
final. All programs, artists, dates, policies, prices, and times are
subject to change.
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WP Presents! programs are made possible
in part by funds from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, a
Partner Agency of the National Endowment for the Arts.
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William Paterson University
300 Pompton Road
Wayne, New Jersey 07470
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