JULY CONCERTS ON THE BEACH AND BELL WORKS

‌ ‌ ‌       JULY CONCERTS ON THE BEACH AND BELL WORKS   Adam Pascal Live! Join Broadway’s original Roger in the musical Rent, Adam Pascal, on the Asbury Park Boardwalk on Wednesday, July 28, for live concerts at 5:30 pm and 8 pm. The Arthur Pryor Bandshell, on 5th Avenue above the Iron Whale Restaurant, overlooks the beach and is the perfect setting for midweek cocktails and great music. Tony-nominated actor Adam Pascal began his Broadway career in Rent and later created the role of Radames in Elton John and Tim Rice’s Aida and later starred in Cabaret, Memphis and, most recently, Something Rotten! where he played the Bard himself!     Don’t miss your chance to see Adam performing live on the Jersey Shore. He will also be performing on Thursday, July 29, at 5:30 pm and 8 pm on the outside rooftop deck at Bell Works in Holmdel.   ASBURY PARK TICKETS BELL WORKS TICKETS       The Doo Wop Project—Four Shows at Bell Works Back by popular demand, the Doo Wop Project has been an annual favorite at the Axelrod PAC. On the weekend of August 7 and 8, we are pleased to bring together the stars of Jersey Boys and Motown the Musical, five guys backed by a five-piece rock band, to sing exciting, doo-wopified versions of classics (The Temptations, The Four Seasons, Smokey Robinson and more!) and pop and rock songs. The concerts take place on the outside deck at Bell Works on Saturday, August 7 and Sunday, August 8, at 4 pm and 7 pm. Tickets on sale for all concerts now!   BELL WORKS TICKETS       Tickets start at $42. VIP tables for four available in Asbury Park. For the complete schedule, visit AxelrodArtsCenter.com  All Tickets are Exchangeable or Refundable. Axelrod patrons with ticket credits should call the box office to arrange reservations: 732-531-9106, ext 14.     ‌ ‌ ‌

THE DOO WOP PROJECT THIS SATURDAY IN WAYNE

WHEN: NOVEMBER 2, 8:00 P.M. WHERE: Shea Center, 300 Pompton Ave., Wayne Buy Tickets Featuring stars of Broadway’s hits Jersey Boys, Motown: The Musical, Chazz Palminteri's A Bronx Tale, and more, the Doo Wop Project brings unparalleled authenticity of sound and vocal excellence to recreate some of the greatest music in American pop and rock history. This epic show will take you on a journey from foundational tunes of groups like the Crests, Belmonts and Flamingos through their influences on the sounds of Smokey Robinson, The Temptations, and The Four Seasons all the way to DooWopified versions of modern pop musicians. LIMITED SEATS ARE AVAILABLE. TICKETS ARE SELLING FAST! BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW BEFORE IT IS TOO LATE!

The Doo Wop Project to Perform at Kean University

DOO WOP PROJECT

WHEN: Sunday, April 14, 3 p.m.
WHERE: Wilkins Theatre, 1000 Morris Ave., Union, on Kean University’s main campus
TICKETS: $25 to $45 and can be purchased at the Kean Stage Box Office in Wilkins Theatre, by phone at 908-737-7469 or online at www.keanstage.com.

The group traces the evolution of doo wop – five guys singing tight harmonies on a street corner – to some of today’s greatest music. The show takes audiences on a journey from the songs of the Crests, Belmonts and Flamingos through their influences on the sounds of Smokey Robinson, the Temptations and the Four Seasons. But then it goes a step further.

Did you ever wonder what Michael Jackson, Jason Mraz, Maroon 5 and Amy Winehouse would sound like if they had lived in the doo wop era? You’ll hear The Doo Wop Project reimagine some of the greatest music in American pop and rock history in an authentic doo wop sound.

The group’s members all have Broadway credentials. Dominic Nolfi starred in Jersey Boys, Motown: The Musical and A Bronx Tale; Charl Brown originated the role of Smokey Robinson in Motown: The Musical and was nominated for a Tony Award. Dominic Scaglione Jr. is best known for portraying Frankie Valli in Jersey Boys and was personally asked by Valli to sing at his New Jersey Hall of Fame induction ceremony. Russell Fischer, who has a tenor voice with a falsetto range, played both Joe Pesci and Frankie Valli in Jersey Boys. Dwayne Cooper starred in Motown: The Musical as well as the national tour of Smokey Joe’s Café.

Early Bird Gets the Aisle @ AXELROD PAC in Deal Park

Returning to the Axelrod on Saturday, February 17, The Capitol Steps is back and they’re bringing the Washington DC circus with them! America’s most hilarious troupe of political comedians are touring with their new show MAKE AMERICA GRIN AGAIN, and it’s exactly what we need to help us sort out the twists and tweets, firings and misfirings and other death-defying circus acts of our elected officials. There’s never been a better time to catch The Capitol Steps than in this glorious Era of Trump.

By popular demand, The Doo Wop Project returns in June this year! Five handsome guys from the Broadway stage singing popular tunes from the ‘50s to the present. This is the Axelrod’s most popular show and it always sells out fast. Get your two on the aisle today!

The hit ABBA musical Mamma Mia! makes its Jersey Shore debut in a brand new production created by Barry Ivan, whose work has been hailed at the country’s most prestigious regional houses, including Pittsburgh CLO and North Shore Music Theater. Don’t miss this exceptional cast parading through favorite tunes like “Dancing Queen,” “SOS” and “The Winner Takes It All".

WHERE: Axelrod PAC, 100 Grant Ave., Deal Park
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WP Presents Fabulous Holiday Lineup

Moscow Ballet presents

The Great Russian Nutcracker

25th Anniversary Season Tour

WHEN: THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 7:00 PM*
WHERE: William Paterson University Shea Center, 300 Pompton Road, Wayne
TICKETS: $65 Gold Circle; $55 Rear Orchestra/Front Loge; $45 Rear Loge
Premium packages are available by calling the box office.

See the one and only Moscow Ballet's The Great Russian Nutcracker when it returns to the Shea Center for the 25th anniversary season tour. All ages are invited to celebrate the magic of the holidays with Moscow Ballet's exquisite Russian dancers, gorgeous costumes, and the spectacular scenic design of Carl Sprague (concept designer of the Oscar-winning film La La Land). The Great Russian Nutcracker is an American holiday tradition not to be missed.

*Come early for the 6:45 p.m. pre-show performance of the

WP Jazz Ensemble playing Duke Ellington's "Nutcracker Suite."

Glen Burtnik's

Summer of Love Concert 

WHEN: SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2, 8:00 PM
WHERE: William Paterson University Shea Center, 300 Pompton Road, Wayne
TICKETS:  $38 Orchestra; $33 Loge

Celebrates the 50th Anniversary of "Summer of Love" 1967 and the Music of the Woodstock Generation

The Summer of Love Concert makes its return to the Shea Center, recreating the songs and psychedelically-flavored spirit of the Woodstock generation. Join us as we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the "Summer of Love" 1967 with all your favorite music by The Doors, The Beatles, Joplin, Hendrix, Jefferson Airplane, Joe Cocker, Otis Redding, and more! The concert will give a nod to the holiday season with music from Phil Spector's iconic Christmas album.

The Doo Wop Project

Featuring Former and Current Stars of Broadway's Jersey Boys, Motown the Musical, and A Bronx Tale

WHEN: FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8, 8:00 PM
WHERE: William Paterson University Shea Center, 300 Pompton Road, Wayne
TICKETS:  $33 Orchestra; $27 Loge

Jersey Boys and Motown the Musical may have closed on Broadway, but you can still the catch the former stars of those shows onstage at the Shea Center. The Doo Wop Project brings unparalleled authenticity of sound and vocal excellence to recreate some of the greatest music in American pop and rock history. From Bop to Pop, you will journey through the evolution of music from groups like the Crests, Belmonts, and Flamingos, through Smokey Robinson, the Temptations, and the Four Seasons, all the way to Michael Jackson and Amy Winehouse.

Child's Play Touring Theatre presents

The Christmas That Almost Wasn't

WHEN: SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2:00 PM*
WHERE: William Paterson University Shea Center, 300 Pompton Road, Wayne
TICKETS:  $17 Adults; $13 Children

The Christmas season is magical. For those behind the sparkle of Christmas,
the planning is not so easy. This delightful presentation is a special behind-the-scenes peek at the hustle and bustle and near disasters of Christmas preparations at the North Pole. These stories are written by children and brought to life on stage by Child's Play Touring Theatre professional artists.

Appropriate for all ages

*Free pre-show creative activities begin at 1:15 p.m.

WHEN: SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16, 8:00 PM
WHERE: William Paterson University Shea Center, 300 Pompton Road, Wayne
TICKETS: : $45 Orchestra; $40 Loge

From the bombastic and epic, to the folky and mystical, Get The Led Out captures the essence of Led Zeppelin music. The band focuses on the early years and deeper cuts of "The Mighty Zep" with a passion and fury that makes a truly awe-inspiring performance. No wigs or fake English accents. The band simply delivers an honest, heart-thumping Zeppelin concert!

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Monday - Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

William Paterson University, 300 Pompton Road, Wayne, NJ 07470

A PLETHORA OF EVENTS @ THE AXELROD PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

WHEN: June 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 15, 16, & 19, 2016 WHERE: Axelrod Performing Arts Center, 100 Grant Ave., Deal Park A Chorus Line is being directed by Jose de la Cuesta, whose outstanding production of Dreamgirls last month played to sold-out houses. The Axelrod is delighted to have a top-flight cast in place as we mount this great musicals of musicals, the Pulitzer Prize-winning show about putting on a musical with a score by the great Marvin Hamlisch and Ed Kleban. TICKETS: Adults: $32, $34, Seniors: $28. $30, Students: $25 Click for Tickets or Gift Certificate John Pizzarelli: Midnight McCartney in Concert WHEN: Wednesday, June 29 at 8 PM TICKETS: $46 to $68 World-renowned guitarist and singer, John Pizzarelli was hailed by the Boston Globe for "reinvigorating the Great American Songbook and re-popularizing jazz." Sir Paul McCartney himself asked Pizzarelli to reimagine and rerecord his own songs, and Midnight McCartney is the joyous result. The John Pizzarelli Quartet will perform the new album composed of his superlative arrangements of classic McCartney tunes like "Silly Love Songs," "No More Lonely Nights," "My Valentine" and "Hi Hi Hi."   CLICK FOR TICKETS Judy Gold: 25 Questions for a Jewish Mother WHEN: Thursday, July 7, 8 PM TICKETS: $36 to $46 Comedian and Off-Broadway star Judy Gold presents her Drama Desk-nominated show 25 Questions for a Jewish Mother. Part memoir and part stand-up routine, this hilarious and affecting play breaks down just what makes Jewish mothers so lamentable, laughable, and lovable. As Time Out New York puts it, "Gold's show is a genuine mitzah." CLICK FOR TICKETS PLUS SEE JUDY FOR An Evening of Stand Up with Judy Gold WHERE: House of Independents, Asbury Park WHEN: Friday, July 8, 7pm & 9 pm TICKETS: $25 (in advance) CLICK FOR TICKETS The Doo Wop Project WHEN: Thursday, July 14, 8 PM TICKETS: $46 to $68 Featuring Broadway stars of Jersey Boys and Motown: The Musical, the Doo Wop Project returns to the Axelrod by popular demand. Backed by a five-piece band, the quintet of singers brings unparalleled authenticity and vocal excellence to recreate-and in some cases entirely reimagine-great American pop and rock tunes The Doo Wop Project takes audiences on a journey from foundational tunes of groups like the Crests, Belmonts and Flamingos through their influences on Smokey Robinson, the Temptations, and the Four Seasons all the way to Michael Jackson and Amy Winehouse. CLICK FOR TICKETS Old Jews Telling Jokes WHEN: August 16, 17, 18, 8 PM; August 20, 9 PM; August 17, 21, 3 PM TICKETS: $36 to $66 Co-created by Peter Gethers and Daniel Okrent, Old Jews Telling Jokes features five professional actors putting "exciting new spins" on classic borsch belt jokes, in a show that The New York Times called "hilarious" and "magnificent." Quit your kvetching and come for an outrageous evening of one-liners, double-entendres and hysterical routines sure to triple you over with laughter! CLICK FOR TICKETS   MORE GREAT CONCERTS   PRESENTED SUMMER 2016   WWW.AXELRODARTSCENTER.COM With music by Sir Elton John, Billy Elliot the Musical has won the hearts of millions since it opened in London's West End some ten years ago, becoming one of the most beloved musicals of our time. Set in a northern mining town, against the background of the 1984/'85 miners' strike, Billy Elliot is the inspirational story of a young boy's struggle against the odds to make his dreams come true. The story follows Billy's journey as he stumbles out of the boxing ring and into a ballet class where he discovers a passion for dance that inspires his family and whole community and changes his life forever. Featuring an exciting score, sensational dance and a powerful story that has captivated audiences around the world, Billy Elliot the Musical is a funny, uplifting and spectacular theatrical experience that will stay with you forever. TICKETS: Premium Adult - $34, Premium Senior - $30, Regular Tickets - $32, Adult - $28, Senior and Student $25 Click for Tickets or Gift Certificate

ALMOST SOLD-OUT! DOO-WOP PROJECT RETURNS TO WPU NEXT SATURDAY!

THE DOO WOP PROJECT Featuring Former and Current Stars of Jersey Boys and Motown the Musical WHEN: SATURDAY, APRIL 16, 8:00PM WHERE: The Shea Center, William Paterson University, 300 Pompton Road, Wayne The Doo Wop Project returns to the Shea Center for a third consecutive season! The Doo Wop Project  faithfully traces the music from groups like The Crests, The Belmonts, and The Flamingos through their influences on the sounds of Smokey Robinson, The Temptations, and The Four Seasons, all the way to Michael Jackson and Amy Winehouse This all-star cast of singers features Dominic Scaglione, Jr. (far left) who currently plays the role of Frankie Valli in Jersey Boys on Broadway; Charl Brown (second to left) who was Tony-nominated for Best Actor in a Musical for his breakout role as Smokey Robinson in Broadway's Motown the Musical. John Michael Dias who played the role of Frankie Valli on Broadway and all over the country in the national tours of Jersey Boys; Dominic Nolfi (second to right) who was recently a part of the ensemble cast for Paper Mill Playhouse's A Bronx Tale, directed by Robert DeNiro and Chazz Palminteri, and also appeared in the Broadway productions of Jersey Boys (as Tommy DeVito) and Motown the Musical (as Barney Ales); Dwayne Cooper (right), who is the modern day metamorphosis of Sammy Davis, Jr. and Barry White, is a triple threat by industry standards and has appeared in Broadway's Motown the Musical and Hairspray. Cooper is also a chart-topping songwriter and producer. The Doo Wop Project Video Trailer TICKETS: Orchestra $30 * Loge $25 There will be a meet-and-greet immediately following the concert. The group will sign and sell copies of their new EP album The Doo Wop Project. To download the album and learn more about The Doo Wop Project, please visit thedoowopproject.com. WHEN: SUNDAY, APRIL 10, 2:00PM The Hobart Trio featuring Pianist Iris Perry, Violinist  Kathleen Butler-Hopkins, & Cellist Joseph Kimura The trio will perform Haydn's Trio No. 39 in G Major, Hob. XV:25, Turina's Trio No. 2 in B Minor, Op. 76, and Schubert's Trio No. 1 in B Flat Major, D. 898 WHERE: intimate setting of the Shea Recital Hall Room 101 (downstairs from Shea Auditorium).  TICKETS: General Admission $15, Free admission for William Paterson students. WHEN: SATURDAY, APRIL 23, 12:30 & 3:00PM Hugo y Ines' Short Stories Mime & Body Puppet Theatre from South America Touring the United States for the first time since 2002, Hugo y Ines present their classic combination of mime, dance, and puppetry to tell poetic stories about everyday life through characters that they created over a twenty-five year span, using their feet, hands, elbows, knees, and a few props.  This engagement of Hugo y Ines is funded through the Mid Atlantic Tours program of Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation with support from the National Endowment for the Arts. TICKETS: Adults $15 * Children $12 WHEN: SATURDAY, APRIL 30, 8:00 PM Glen Burtnik's Summer of Love Concert Music from the Woodstock Generation Back by popular demand for the fourth year in a row, the Summer of Love Concert commemorates the musical landscape between 1967 and 1969. Hear music by The Doors, The Mamas & The Papas, Joe Cocker, The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, Crosby, Stills, Nash, & Young, Otis Redding, Sly & The Family Stone, and more. TICKETS: Orchestra $38 * Loge $33 WHEN: SATURDAY, MAY 14, 8:00 PM Classic Albums Live performs Fleetwood Mac's Rumours  Note for Note, Cut for Cut TICKETS: $25 - $35 Buy Tickets Now WP Presents! Shea Center for Performing Arts 973-720-2371 wp-presents.org Hours of Operation Monday - Friday, 10:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. William Paterson University 300 Pompton Road Wayne, NJ 07470

DOO-WOP THIS SATURDAY IN SUCCASUNNA

DOO-WOP

WHEN: Saturday May 2nd, at  8:00 PM
WHERE: Investors Bank Theater, 72 Eyland Ave., Succasunna (Entrance for performance will be in the front (all the way to the left) of the Roxbury Twp Building )
TICKETS: $22 Adults, $20 Students & Seniors
available at the door and online
Questions? Call 862.219.1379

UPCOMING EVENTS @ WILLIAM PATERSON UNIVERSITY IN WAYNE

AN AFTERNOON OF GYPSY KLEZMER MUSIC

LES YEUX NOIRS

WHEN: SUNDAY, MARCH 15, 3:00 PM
WHERE: William Paterson University, 300 Pompton Ave., Wayne
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This Paris-based sextet combines traditional melodies from their many inspirations (Klezmer, Romani music, and Gypsy Jazz) as well as more modern Jazz styles. They include everything from a Yiddish lullaby to a rousing, dance-inspiring fusion of klezmer violin with modern sampling and Arabic drums. Their name is taken from Russian Gypsy song, Dark Eyes, made popular by Django Reinhardt.

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Distinguished Lecturer Series presents

Author, Sports Reporter, and Philanthropist

Mitch Albom

The Thrill of Victory, The Agony of the Rest: The Good, Bad and Ugly of America's Obsession with Sports

WHEN: Friday, March 27,  7:30 PM
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Join best-selling author of Tuesdays with Morrie, Mitch Albom, as he takes us through his 35 years of sports coverage, from the biggest names in sports to the dangers of fandom.

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Southside Johnny & The Asbury Jukes

WHEN: Saturday, March 28, 8:00 PM
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With their classic blend of hard-core R&B and street-level rock, molten grooves, soulful guitar licks and blistering horn section, Johnny and the Jukes continue to put their unique stamp on the Jersey Shore sound.

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Onstage Café at Shea presents

An American Co-Bill

Amy Helm & The Handsome Strangers plus Yarn

WHEN: Friday, April 10,  8:00 PM
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The daughter of music legend Levon Helm, Amy Helm wields a powerful voice that can both stir and soothe, whether she is singing traditional gospel, blues standards or her own heartfelt compositions. The Grammy-nominated roots band, Yarn, will start the evening with their unique brand of country rock. Sit onstage and enjoy a delicious dinner buffet along with beer and wine or enjoy the show only with a general admission ticket. Onstage guests should arrive at 6:30 PM.

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The Doo Wop Project

Featuring Stars from Jersey Boys and Motown the Musical

WHEN: Saturday, April 11,  8:00 PM
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Featuring current and former stars of Broadway's smash hits Jersey Boys and Motown: The Musical, The Doo Wop Project traces the evolution of the music from the groups like the Crests, the Belmonts, and Flamingos, through their influences on the sounds of Smokey Robinson, the Temptations, and the Four Seasons, all the way to Michael Jackson and Amy Winehouse.

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Glen Burtnik's

Summer of Love Concert
The Music of the Woodstock Generation

WHEN: Saturday, May 9 , 8:00 PM
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The Summer of Love Concert,a tribute to the music of the Woodstock Generation, returns to the Shea Center along with the famous Pig Light Show. Whether this is your third year with us or your first, you'll hear songs that you have never heard before, as well as some of your Summer of Love favorites commemorating the musical landscape between 1967 and 1969. Hear the greatest hits from The Doors, Donovan, The Rolling Stones, The Hollies, Country Joe and The Fish, Cream, The Beach Boys, Otis Redding, The Byrds, Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix, Jefferson Airplane, Beatles, and more, led by the brilliant music direction of Glen Burtnik and played by an ensemble of gifted, local talent!