“Lovers and Other Strangers” is a hilarious compilation of shows featuring the many complications of love. Come to Freehold Resident Theatre this February and March to join in on the fun!
Come see “The Bridge of San Luis Ray” by Thornton Wilder winner of three Pulitzer Prizes, based on his classic novel. This quiet masterpiece—a dazzling rumination on the nature of love—will be brought to life on stage by a troupe of actors led by one of the singular figures in the American theater: writer and actor David Greenspan, the winner of five Obie Awards.
Diavolo architecture in motion uses dance to portray the connection between the human body and its architectural environment. The Diavolo group has had an incredible twenty five years of performances and continue to put on a great show for all. With intense physical choreography, no narration and incredible display the performance shows how we as humans are all affected emotionally, physically and mentally with the experiences and places that humans inhabit.
Come to Count Basie Theatre this February for the exhilarating, mind-altering performance that is the Magic of Adam Trent. Show starts at 8PM February 23rd at Count Basie Theatre, and tickets run from $29 to $79.
“Seeing is dis-believing!” – New York Times
The acclaimed Carolyn Dorfman Dance Company presents a diverse repertory concert.
Acclaimed choreographer and storyteller Carolyn Dorfman has created an exultant “dance-theatre” trilogy that connects us through our common human experience. Told through the lens of a child of Holocaust survivors, dances illustrate the devastation, yet inspires hope as immigrants’ journey to a new land that promises new beginnings! Our deepest desires for peace, freedom and family are illuminated in this triumphant work that will make you cry, laugh, think and celebrate the capacity of the human spirit to rise above all circumstance.
This stirring drama* with music is a classic tribute to the great American who freed herself and hundreds of her people from the bonds of slavery. Her courage helped to change the world. Share Harriet Tubman’s adventurous life, the joys, sorrows, and challenges, in this moving musical message.
*Please Note: This production includes strong, historically accurate language that may not be appropriate for all audiences.
Come see Jesse Terry March 3rd, he is a singer/songwriter with an uncanny ability to weave tales of travel and homecoming, of sorrow and of redemption, into songs that are simultaneously timeless and fresh. You will not want to miss this show!
Angela Meade makes her Met role debut as the title character in Semiramide. Rossini’s opera, which has not been seen at the Met in 25 years, will be conducted by Maurizio Benini and feature Elizabeth DeShong as the Commander of the Assyrian army Arsace, Javier Camarena as an Indian king Idreno, Ildar Abdrazakov as the prince Assur, and Ryan Speedo Green as the high priest Oroe.
Frank Ferrante has collaborated with the Marx family for decades, and for one night only at the Algonquin recreates his New York, London and PBS triumph as the legendary Groucho Marx in this fast-paced comedy packed with songs, stories and shenanigans.
Twenty years after they began releasing records as the Indigo Girls, Amy Ray and Emily Saliers have politely declined the opportunity to slow down with age. Their latest release, Beauty Queen Sister, has secured their spot as one of the most legendary musical acts of this generation. Come out and see an amazing show!
Dragons love all sorts of tacos – except spicy ones! When a boy throws his new dragon friends a spicy salsa taco party, red-hot trouble ensues. Theatreworks USA’s newest musical revue of beloved contemporary children’s books! Other stories include: The Dot, Interrupting Chicken, Mercy Watson Goes for a Ride & Cowgirl Kate and Cocoa School Days.
The Western Canada native launched her career with a blend of country-rock stylings and playfully punk-like attitude, by turns whimsical and subversive; back then, she practically put the alternative in alt-country. Spend an evening with k.d. lang for the Ingénue Redux 25th Anniversary Tour at the Basie on March 19th! A limited number of VIP packages are available.
Harry has everything a little white dog with black spots could want. There’s just one problem: he hates taking baths. Come and enjoy a fantastic show at the Algonquin Arts Theatre! Intended ages are grades K-3.
Join comedians Dave Attel and Jeff Ross on stage together at the Count Basie Theatre in Red Bank. Jeff Ross, known as “The Roastmaster General” is a respected comedian, writer, and producer. Comedian Dave Attel has been named one of the 25 Funniest People in America by Entertainment Weekly Magazine.
Come see your favorite 90’s artists performing all of your favorite 90’s hits! Performances include La Bouche (Be My Lover, Sweet Dreams, Falling in Love), Rob Base (It Takes Two), Mad Stuntman (I Like to Move It), and Lucas Prata (And She Said, Ma Ya Hi- Numa Numa Song). General admission and VIP options available!
ROCKIT: Rockit Academy, The Count Basie Theatre’s resident rock and roll performance program, is helmed by the Rockit Live Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Rockit! runs four, seven-week programs per year, where kids aged 8-18 learn a specific repertoire of songs, supplemented with individual instruction. At the conclusion of their session, as many as sixty young musicians form separate groups to perform live on the Basie’s historic Asbury Park Press stage.
Rockin’ Road to Dublin returns to Pollak Theatre in 2018 by popular demand! Created by the 2009 World Champion of Irish Dance Scott Doherty (Riverdance & Lord of the Dance) and worldwide touring Irish musician Chris Smith, Rockin’ Road is the new generation of Irish music and dance. RRTD is a breathtaking display of classic Irish tunes accented by rock ‘n’ roll riffs, electrifying dancers and a dynamic light show. Enjoy the thrilling sights and sounds as daring performers execute rapid-fire leaps, twirls and footwork, and nimble fiddlers square off with driving electric guitar chords and pulse-pounding drum beats.
Joe D’Urso and Joe Rapolla return to Monmouth University with their Songwriters by the Sea series for an evening of relaxed and inspired round-robins. This is a rare opportunity to see and hear a unique collection of very special guest artists that in the past has included, Marshall Crenshaw, Allison Moorer, Garland Jeffreys, Joe Grushecky, John Eddie, Willie Nile and many others, in an intimate and interactive forum. What started out as a coffee shop show for area songwriters to casually perform with other writers and is now a main feature of the Light of Day Festival in Asbury Park, has quickly evolved into an international series featuring some of the top songwriters in music today.
Angela Meade makes her Met role debut as the title character in Semiramide. Rossini’s opera, which has not been seen at the Met in 25 years, will be conducted by Maurizio Benini and feature Elizabeth DeShong as the Commander of the Assyrian army Arsace, Javier Camarena as an Indian king Idreno, Ildar Abdrazakov as the prince Assur, and Ryan Speedo Green as the high priest Oroe.
Hooray for Hollywood! Come enjoy an afternoon of effervescent melodies from the silver screen originally performed by such iconic Hollywood figures as Fred Astaire, Ethel Waters, Bing Crosby, Judy Garland, the Marx Brothers, Shirley Temple, and even Cary Grant. Dan Levinson’s Gotham SophistiCats with vocalist Molly Ryan will serve up a hot plate of delectable cinematic fare and have you dancing in the aisles. So pick yourself up, shake the blues away, put on the ritz, step out with your baby, and let yourself go – you’ll be carrying moonbeams home in a jar!
DIRTY DANCING – THE CLASSIC STORY ON STAGE is an unprecedented live experience, exploding with heart-pounding music, passionate romance and sensational dancing.
Seen by millions across the globe, this worldwide smash hit tells the classic story of Baby and Johnny, two fiercely independent young spirits from different worlds who come together in what will be the most challenging and triumphant summer of their lives. Featuring the hit songs, “Hungry Eyes,” “Hey Baby,” “Do You Love Me?” and the heart-stopping “(I’ve Had) The Time of My Life.” London’s Sunday Express says, “This crowd-pleasing stage adaptation hits the jackpot!”
Don’t miss your chance to see this record-breaking live theatre sensation. You’ll have the time of your life!
ECHOES
THE AMERICAN PINK FLOYD SHOW
A 10-piece Pink Floyd Tribute with a stunning recreation of a 1970s to ’80s era Pink Floyd concert, featuring a custom laser light show
Doors at 7:30 pm
Tickets: $22 in advance, $25 at the door
ALL AGES ADMITTED
21 TO DRINK (IN BAR AREA)
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Phelim McDermott returns to the Met staging Mozart’s comedy Così fan tutte, led by David Robertson. Set in the 1950s on Coney Island, the cast features Amanda Majeski as the conflicted Fiordiligi; Serena Malfi as her sister, Dorabella; Tony Award winner Kelli O’Hara as their feisty maid, Despina; Ben Bliss and Adam Plachetka as the sisters’ fiancés, Ferrando and Guglielmo; and Christopher Maltman as the cynical Don Alfonso. Così fan tutte is a co-production with the English National Opera.
