Beth El, Oheb Shalom to host spoken word artist for special Tisha B’Av program

SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — Congregation Beth El and Oheb Shalom Congregation will commemorate Tisha B’Av, which commemorates the anniversary of a number of disasters in Jewish history, with an evening of spoken word poetry featuring spoken word artist Joseph D. Robbins. The program will take place at Beth El, 222 Irvington Ave. in South Orange, […]

‘InterACT Sings: Stay Tuned!’ runs this weekend

‘InterACT Sings: Stay Tuned!’ runs this weekend

MAPLEWOOD, NJ — InterACT Theatre Productions will presents its annual musical revue benefit “interACT Sings!” at the Burgdorff Center for the Performing Arts in Maplewood this Friday, Aug. 5, and Saturday, Aug. 6, at 6:30 p.m.. Each year offers a new theme, and this year’s gala, “Stay Tuned,” celebrates music in television. Broadway star Brandi […]

Viola, Olivia and Malvolio all at the SOPL

SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — South Orange Public Library, with the support of Global SOMA, hosted its annual summer production by The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey’s Next Stage Ensemble. Pictured, the cast of this year’s touring production of “Twelfth Night” takes a bow to enthusiastic audience applause. Photo Courtesy of Melissa Kopecky

Exhibit shows that art is a family affair for W.O.’s Cardens

Cardens display a century of family art at WOAC show

Exhibit shows that art is a family affair for W.O.’s Cardens

WEST ORANGE, NJ — Most family members have a lot in common — a striking resemblance, similar mannerisms, a distinctive laugh — but Jan and Jann Carden’s familial connection goes much deeper. Indeed, the West Orange husband and wife both come from long lines of talented artists who left behind a rich history of paintings, […]

CCR fundraiser to be held at Papillon 25

SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — Papillon 25 in South Orange will host a fundraiser for the South Orange/Maplewood Community Coalition on Race on Tuesday, Aug. 23, from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. at the restaurant, located at 25 Valley St. Join the community for a buffet dinner that includes the specialties of Papillon 25 chef and owner […]