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Tuesday, February 11, 2020
Thursday, February 6, 2020
FAMILY EVENTS COMING UP @ THE MAYO PAC IN MORRISTOWN
WHEN: This Monday, February 10, at 4:00 PM*
WHERE: Mayo PAC, 100 South St., Morristown
Tickets still available! $12-$15
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Groovy, rockin’ Pete the Cat sets out to turn the lives of a super square family upside down in this far out, fun adventure based on the popular book series.
Ages 3 - 8.
*This relaxed performance will have lights up, modified sound, a quiet room in addition to the ability to get out of your seat so children with special needs may share in this family experience.
Finding Neverland: The Musical
WHEN: Friday, March 6, at 7:30 PM; Saturday, March 7, at 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM
WHERE: Mayo PAC, 100 South St., Morristown
Tickets: $59-$99
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The winner of Broadway.com’s Audience Choice Award for Best Musical, this breathtaking smash “captures the kid-at-heart,” says TIME Magazine. Vogue cheers, “It’s a must-see you’ll remember for years to come!”
Finding Neverland tells the incredible story behind one of the world's most beloved characters: Peter Pan. Playwright J.M. Barrie struggles to find inspiration until he meets four young brothers and their beautiful widowed mother. Spellbound by the boys' enchanting make-believe adventures, he sets out to write a play that will astound London theatergoers. With a little bit of pixie dust and a lot of faith, Barrie takes this monumental leap, leaving his old world behind for Neverland, where nothing is impossible and the wonder of childhood lasts forever. (recommended for ages 8 and up)
The Peking Acrobats
WHEN: Saturday, March 28, at 3:00 PM and 7:30 PM
WHERE: Mayo PAC, 100 South St., Morristown
Tickets from $19-$39
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The Peking Acrobats® redefine your perceptions of Chinese acrobatics as they push the limits of human ability, defying gravity with amazing displays of contortion, flexibility and control.
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Sunday, March 31, 2019
RVCC Theatre’s April Shows to Feature Acrobatics, Improvised Musical Comedy, Magic
WHERE: Theatre at Raritan Valley Community College , 118 Lamington Rd., Branchburg
From thrilling acrobatics, to hysterical, improvised musical comedy, to fast-paced magic and illusion, the Theatre at Raritan Valley Community College in Branchburg is offering a variety of performances for all ages and interests in April. The following shows will be presented:
Golden Dragon Acrobats
WHEN: Friday, April 5, at 7 p.m.
TICKETS: $25 & $35
Adults and children alike will be thrilled by the breathtaking artistry and dazzling athletic feats of the Golden Dragon Acrobats. From tumblers, to jugglers, to contortionists and more, the performance offers the best of a time-honored Chinese tradition that began more than 25 centuries ago. Recognized throughout the United States and abroad as the premier Chinese acrobatic touring company, the Golden Dragons combine thrilling acrobatics, traditional dance, spectacular costumes, ancient and contemporary music in an unforgettable performance of spectacular skill and spellbinding beauty.
Broadway’s Next H!t Musical
WHEN: Sunday, April 7, at 3 p.m.
TICKETS: $20 & $30
New York City’s original, award-winning improvised musical comedy comes to Branchburg in a show that’s a cross between the Tony Awards and Whose Line Is It Anyway? Every song is fresh. Every scene is new. Every night is different. It’s all improvised and it’s all funny. Join the fun as master improvisers gather made-up hit song suggestions from the audience and create a spontaneous evening of music, humor and laughter. Cast your vote for favorite song, and watch the cast turn it into a full-blown improvised musical, complete with memorable characters, witty dialogue, and plot twists galore. You could help write the next great American musical.
Rhonda Badonda—The Adventures of a Girl with a Pain in her Brain
(Rhonda S. Musak)
WHEN: Tuesday, April 9, at 1 p.m. & 7 p.m.
TICKETS: $15 (General admission; recommended for audiences age 14 and older; includes discussion and light refreshments; audience members may pre-order a $5 box lunch and dine before the 1 p.m. show.)
Rhonda squeaks by in life with a pile of self-help books and coaches in every corner. Why can’t she function normally in the world? When a mysterious pain dismantles her coping strategies, Rhonda embarks on a journey that leads her to the Paris Opera, Mozart and the ultimate face-off—with her brain. This funny and moving piece takes audiences on a triumphant, autobiographical journey through the trials and tribulations of being different, and ultimately to self-discovery and healing. Dive into the shape-shifting landscape of the mind as Rhonda unscrambles a hidden medical mystery and encounters the truth of her baffling and bewildering world.
Illusionist Kevin Spencer
WHEN: Friday, April 12, at 7 p.m.*
TICKETS: $10
(*Relaxed performance; recommended for ages 4 and older.)
Kevin Spencer is a world-renowned illusionist with dozens of accolades to his credit. The family-friendly, relaxed performance—offering an inclusive environment that is welcoming for all theatre audiences—is brimming with fast-paced magic and illusion guaranteed to capture the imagination. Audience members are selected to act as his on-stage assistants, so this could be your chance to be in a magic show. Spencer’s reputation has taken him around the world with performances in 38 countries on six continents. A six-time recipient of Performing Arts Entertainer of the Year honors, he was named 2015 International Illusionist of the Year and 2009 International Magician of the Year.
For tickets to any of the productions, call the Box Office, 908-725-3420, or order online at www.rvccArts.org. Senior citizen, student and group discounts are available for most performances.
For further information, visit www.raritanval.edu.
Monday, February 5, 2018
Acrobats, Children’s Shows, Plays About MLK, Robeson Set at RVCC Theatre
WHERE: RVCC Theatre, 118 Lamington Rd., Branchburg
From an award-winning play about the night before Martin Luther King, Jr. was assassinated, to high-flying acrobats and a show based on a children’s book—The Theatre at Raritan Valley Community College in Branchburg has offerings for all ages and interests in February. The month also will include a special photography exhibition in the Theatre lobby. The following shows will be presented:
The Mountaintop
(LA TheatreWorks)
WHEN: Friday, February 9, at 8 p.m.
TICKETS: $25 & $35
Winner of the prestigious Olivier Award for Best New Play, Katori Hall’s The Mountaintop is a gripping reimagining of events that took place the night before the assassination of civil rights leader Martin Luther King, Jr. This acclaimed play is rife with humor and political jabs, and gives us a glimpse of Dr. King as a person. LA TheatreWorks presents this exciting, radio-style touring production featuring a first-rate cast and live sound effects. The production contains some mature language. Photo by Matt Petit)
It’s Dark Outside
(The Last Great Hunt)
WHEN: Saturday, February 10, at 3 p.m.
TICKETS: $15 (special matinee pricing) & 7 p.m.; $20
From the creators of the international smash-hit The Adventures of Alvin Sputnik: Deep Sea Explorer comes an epic western about redemption and dementia. As the sun sets, an old man goes wandering into the night. He is swept up in a surreal western, on the run from a mysterious tracker hell-bent on hunting him down. A heartfelt exploration of dementia told through puppetry, mask, animation and live performance, this award-winning adventure depicts an old man chasing his memories as they escape into the wild.
Peking Acrobats
WHEN: Friday, February 16, at 7 p.m.
TICKETS: $25 & $35
These elite gymnasts, cyclists, jugglers and acrobats leave audiences breathless, defying gravity with amazing displays of strength, balance, agility, grace and artistry—whether they’re spinning plates, climbing poles or balancing chairs. Experience the rich and ancient Chinese folk art tradition highlighted by today’s technology, melding the traditional with modern wonders of the 21st century. Prepare to be astonished—but don’t try this stuff at home! (Photo by Tom Meinhold)
The Gruffalo
(Tall Stories)
WHEN: Sunday, February 25, at 1 p.m. & 3:30 p.m. (relaxed setting)
TICKETS: $10 (Recommended for ages 3 and older)
Join Mouse on a daring adventure through the deep, dark wood in Tall Stories’ magical, musical adaptation of the same-titled picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Searching for hazelnuts, Mouse meets the cunning Fox, the eccentric old Owl, and the party mad Snake. Will the story of the terrifying Gruffalo save Mouse from ending up as dinner for these hungry woodland creatures? After all, there’s no such thing as a Gruffalo—is there? The Gruffalo is full of songs, laughs and scary fun.
The 3:30 p.m. performance offers a more relaxed setting and is designed specifically for children with autism or related conditions who experience heightened sensory sensitivity, providing a safe and judgment-free space that is welcoming for all families. The performance is general admission, allowing families to choose a comfortable seating space. Families who have not been to The Theatre at RVCC before are invited to stop by and visit the theatre space and explore the seating areas one hour before the show. They also may visit in advance by making an appointment date.
Call Mr. Robeson
(Tayo Aluko)
WHEN: Tuesday, February 27, 1 p.m. & 7 p.m.
TICKETS: $15 (General admission; recommended for audiences age 14 and older; includes discussion and light refreshments; audience members may pre-order a $5 box lunch and dine before the 1 p.m. show)
Paul Robeson was a world-famous actor, singer and civil rights campaigner. When he got too radical and outspoken for the establishment's liking, he was branded a traitor to his country, harassed, and denied opportunities to perform or travel. One of the 20th century’s most impressive but overlooked figures is revived in this powerful, compelling, one-man performance that takes audiences on a roller-coaster journey through Robeson’s remarkable, eventful life. (Photo by Carol Rosegg)
In celebration of Black History Month, The Theatre at RVCC will present “March to Freedom,” a photo exhibition commemorating the 1965 Selma-Montgomery marches and the 50th anniversary of the landmark Voting Rights Act. The traveling exhibit, on display in the Theatre lobby February 1-28, features rare images from the collections of The University of Texas at Austin’s Briscoe Center for American History, and select photos from the April 2014 Civil Rights Summit at the LBJ Presidential Library. “March to Freedom” follows determined and undaunted marchers, both black and white, as they try on three different occasions to take their cause to Montgomery and the steps of the Alabama Statehouse. The exhibition is free of charge, but reservations are required. For information about group reservations and public hours, contact the box office at 908-725-3420.
To purchase tickets for any of the Theatre’s offerings, contact the Box Office, 908-725-3420, or order online at www.rvccArts.org. Subscribers’ packages are available for most Theatre series. Senior citizen, student and group discounts are also available for most performances.
Raritan Valley Community College’s main campus is located at 118 Lamington Road in Branchburg, NJ. For further information, visit www.raritanval.edu.
Thursday, February 9, 2017
PEKING ACROBATS COME TO NJPAC ON FEBRUARY 18
Peking Acrobats WHEN: Saturday, February 18, Doors 12:30 / Performance at 1pm |
"Nearly everything the Peking Acrobats did last night was amazing - and stunning, and breathtaking and WOW!," writes The Seattle Times. Peking Acrobats push the limits of human ability, defying gravity with amazing displays of contortion, flexibility and control. They are often accompanied by live musicians who skillfully play traditional Chinese instruments; the time-honored Chinese music coalesces with high-tech special effects and awe-inspiring acrobatic feats, creating an exuberant entertainment event with the festive pageantry of a Chinese carnival. Peking Acrobats have achieved acclaim, dazzling audiences around the world. In city after city, they take the stage before sold-out crowds and reviews are filled with accolades for their superb performances. In the words of The New York Post, "The Peking Acrobats [are] pushing the envelope of human possibility,"combining agility and grace in remarkable feats of "pure artistry." Show Page:http://www.njpac.org/events/detail/peking-acrobats |
Sunday, January 8, 2017
STATE THEATRE PRESENTS MUSICAL ACROBATIC ADVENTURE
Cirque Éloize
SALOON: A Musical Acrobatic Adventure
WHEN: Wednesday, January 11, 2017, 7:30pm / Thursday, January 12, 2017, 7:30pm
WHERE: State Theatre, 15 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick
TICKETS: $35-$70
Ticket Office: 732-246-SHOW (7469) or StateTheatreNJ.org
Inspired by the rich legacy of the Wild West, Saloon transports audiences to a dusty gathering place. Swing open the Saloon doors and rustle up some fun for the entire family with this musical and acrobatic adventure. The stage fizzes and thrums with infectious energy and phenomenal physical feats as 11 top-level cast members perform for a music-packed theatrical thrill-ride!
“The show was inspired by our thriving power, the same strength that has motivated us for nearly 25 years. We borrow from the world of the Wild West, which we have so much in common with: a fundamental commitment to moving forward, toughness and the survival instinct, a tendency for irreverence and a sharing sense of community,” says Jeannot Painchaud, President and Artistic Director of Cirque Éloize and Creative Director of Saloon.
“The Saloon is a wonderful playground for work of artistic exploration. It’s also a place of opportunity, one that made us want to try something different. It has the physical energy of acrobatics combined with the poetry of the theatrical approach, punctuated with humor and accompanied by amazing live music. Saloon is bright, funny, and musical.”
This creation also marks the first collaboration between Cirque Éloize and the show’s musical director, celebrated Canadian composer Eloi Painchaud (Louis Cyr, La guerre des tuques 3D). Staying close to the musical roots of the artistic director and musical director, who happen to be cousins, Saloon mixes country extracts (Patsy Cline and Johnny Cash) with more festive, folk-inspired compositions. There are four musicians and singers on stage, and all the artists sing or play instruments.
Saloon director Emmanuel Guillaume has put together an acrobatic comedy with 11 top-level, multidisciplinary artists performing with exuberance and humor: “Saloon is an invitation to the party, a fertile ground for emotions where everything is permitted. It’s also a meeting of different art forms that were already part of the rich heritage of this mythical place back then,” he said.
Positioned at the heart of the renewal of circus arts, Cirque Éloize has been creating moving performances that combine live music, choreography, and acrobatics since 1993. Continually striving for artistic perfection, it is one of the leaders in contemporary circus arts. Based on the multidisciplinary talents of its artists, Cirque Éloize expresses its innovative nature through theatricality and humanity, and combines circus arts with music, dance, and theatre. With 11 original productions to its credit, Cirque Éloize has presented almost 4,000 performances in over 440 cities and 40 countries. Cirque Éloize has taken part in numerous prestigious international festivals.
The State Theatre New Jersey Ticket Office, located at 15 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick NJ, is open Monday through Friday from 10am to 6pm; Saturday from 1pm to 5pm; and at least three hours prior to curtain on performance dates unless otherwise specified. For information on group outings and discounts, call 732-247-7200, ext. 517. Some additional ticket and transaction fees may apply.
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