Tuesday, October 4, 2011
Time running out to see 'Newsies' and 'The Last Days of Mickey and Jean.'
It might feel like the fall theatrical season has just started, but time is running out for some shows that opened just a few weeks ago. This weekend, the curtain will close on productions from the Women’s Theatre Company, The Shakespeare Initiative, and time is running out for “Newsies” at Paper Mill and “The Last Days of Mickey and Jean” at the Bickford. In the upcoming weeks, there are performances of “To Kill a Mockingbird” at the Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey and “Bug” by Chatham Community Players. Music lovers can see tributes to the Grateful Dead and Johnny Cash at the Mayor Performing Arts Center or listen to some jazz at the Bickford. There are also plenty of audition opportunities, and a chance to bring home a piece of …
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
On Stage Scoop runs every Tuesday.
This is one of those weeks that shows just how amazing the live performance scene in North Jersey is. Theater lovers have a choice of at least 10 plays to see—comedies, tragedies, Shakespeare and musicals, from companies both amateur and professional. And if you want to see “All My Sons” at the Barn or “Othello” at the Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey, you’re running out of time. If you’ve seen those, you could take in a performance of “Newsies” at the Paper Mill or “The Last Days of Mickey Jean” at the Bickford. You can hear musical legends Diana Ross and Lindsey Buckingham, or enjoy a night of comedy with Jim Gaffigan. Read for more about what there is to do in On Stage Scoop, where you’ll also learn about audition opportunities, …
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Here's your weekly scoop with the latest news about area performances and auditions.
What do you want to do this week? Laugh? Cry? Make other people laugh? There are plenty of plays to see in the area, from serious dramas to side-splitting comedies. You could take in a light romance like “Cactus Flower” or a musical about a man-eating plant. And if you’ve got the performinng bug, you can try everything from dancing it up in “Footloose” to doing your best zombie movies for a fun staging of “Night of the Living Dead.” Always wanted to give standup comedy at try? There’s a class for that, along with educational opportunities for young performers and writers. Just check out On Stage Scoop for everything you need to get the most out the local performing scene. ON STAGE SCOOP Aarrgghh, Matey: Villagers Theatre in Somerset is …
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Several auditions coming up for area theaters
Ever been bitten by the theater bug? The folks who take part in local community theaters can tell you—it's an addictive hobby. You make great friends, get to flex your artistic muscles and develop talents you never knew you had. If that sounds appealing, check out the On Stage Scoop below. Coming up are auditions for several plays, including "Jesus Christ Superstar," "The Cocktail Hour," "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels" and "On Golden Pond." You'll also find there are classes and workshops for those just starting out, or for those who want to take their talents to a new level. But if you're more comfortable in a theater's seat than on its stage, don't worry—we've got everything from Shakespeare to Marie Osmond to "Goatboy" coming up. Read on for …
Tuesday, August 9, 2011
From acting and stage managing to ushering and selling snacks, opportunities abound at the area's theaters.
If you love theater, your involvement doesn’t have to end with sitting in the audience and watching a show. Just about every theater company in the area—professional and community alike—is always on the lookout for new volunteers, and with many venues preparing for the upcoming fall season, now is a particularly good time to get involved. No matter what your age, abilities or interests there’s a contribution to be made. Community theaters, of course, are completely (or almost completely) run by volunteers, offering opportunities to get involved in shows, both on stage and backstage. Debby Hennessy, the volunteer coordinator for Chatham Community Players said that group’s productions, especially musicals, use up to 100 volunteers, doing …
Tina DeMottie
8:26 am on Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Don't forget the original play "Lost in the Fields" at the Darness Theatre in Boonton!! Friday and Saturday nights, this weekend and next, at 8:00 o'clock. Moving story of a child's journey through the foster care system, not recommended for children under 13. more ›