Tag: Arts
‘Fiddler on the Roof’ Brings Broadway ‘Tradition’ to the Algonquin
Tradition can bring families and entire communities together. Tradition can provide structure and ceremony to everyday lives that are otherwise chaotic and/ or mundane. Tradition can unite and even uplift – but tradition can also restrict; when the wishes of one’s heart come into conflict with the traditions of one’s community, tradition can potentially deprive that person of choice.
Shining Stars Elevate Asbury Park Theater Scene
Actress Sally Struthers and singer Carter Calvert used their star power to brighten some of the dark days of December during a recent performance of “Always... Patsy Cline” by the Asbury Park Theater Company (APTCo).
A New Take on Romeo and Juliet
When playwright Hansol Jung thought about translating Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet” into contemporary text, she was told it would likely never be produced because the story is too famous. But with a commission from the Oregon Shakespeare Festival’s Play On! Project, she embarked on the project, which in 2020 then became part of the Two River Theater’s Two River Rising online reading series.
Theaters Announce It’s Show Time – Finally
After 18 months of virtual, outdoor and canceled performances, venues are opening their doors, dusting off the seats and welcoming back audiences to a new season of entertainment, but many theaters are requiring proof of COVID-19 vaccinations or negative test results for ticket holders.
Two River Theater Embarks on Expansion
By Gretchen C. Van Benthuysen |
RED BANK – The Two River Theater Company not only announced its 25th season, including two world premieres, it...
Fouratt to Move to N.J. Council on the Arts
By Joseph Sapia
RED BANK – Monmouth Arts is looking to make a seamless transition as its longtime executive director, Mary Eileen Fouratt, moves on...