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SUMMARY:Crumbs from the Table of Joy
DESCRIPTION:Crossroads Theatre Company Brings Lynn Nottage’s “Crumbs from the Table of Joy” Back to the Stage in New Brunswick \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe celebrated Crossroads Theatre Company in New Brunswick is once again lighting up the stage\, this time with a heartfelt revival of Lynn Nottage’s “Crumbs from the Table of Joy.” This deeply moving family drama\, penned by one of America’s most acclaimed contemporary playwrights\, continues its run through November 23\, offering audiences a powerful and poetic exploration of race\, identity\, loss\, and hope in postwar America. \n\n\n\nSet in the 1950s\, “Crumbs from the Table of Joy” follows the Crump family as they navigate a rapidly changing world following the death of their matriarch. When the family relocates from Florida to Brooklyn\, patriarch Godfrey Crump seeks solace and direction through religion — while his teenage daughters\, Ernestine and Ermina\, struggle to find their place amid the shifting tides of culture and self-discovery. The arrival of their free-spirited Aunt Lily adds both humor and chaos\, pushing the family to confront the tension between faith and freedom\, tradition and transformation. \n\n\n\nLynn Nottage\, a two-time Pulitzer Prize winner\, is known for crafting stories that give voice to the overlooked and the resilient. “Crumbs from the Table of Joy” captures her signature blend of emotional depth and lyrical storytelling\, weaving together themes of migration\, gender\, and social awakening through the lens of a family searching for meaning in the midst of turmoil. \n\n\n\nCrossroads Theatre Company\, based in the heart of New Brunswick’s vibrant arts district\, is the perfect stage for this revival. Founded in 1978\, Crossroads has built a national reputation for championing African American voices and staging works that challenge\, uplift\, and inspire. Their production of “Crumbs from the Table of Joy” continues that legacy — blending meticulous direction\, standout performances\, and immersive staging to bring Nottage’s world to life with authenticity and heart. \n\n\n\nAudiences can expect an experience that feels both timeless and urgently relevant. The play’s exploration of belonging\, resilience\, and the search for joy resonates powerfully today\, inviting theatergoers to reflect on how far we’ve come — and how far we still have to go. The production’s design captures the era’s emotional and visual contrasts\, from the simplicity of a 1950s Brooklyn apartment to the vivid imaginings that unfold in Ernestine’s mind as she dreams of a better\, freer future. \n\n\n\nFor those looking to experience thought-provoking live theatre this fall\, Crossroads’ latest production offers a perfect opportunity. The company’s intimate venue creates a uniquely personal connection between audience and performance\, allowing every moment — from whispered conversations to emotional crescendos — to feel immediate and real. \n\n\n\nTickets for “Crumbs from the Table of Joy” are now available\, with performances continuing through November 23 at Crossroads Theatre Company in New Brunswick. Whether you’re a longtime theater lover or simply looking for a meaningful evening out\, this revival delivers storytelling that is both soul-stirring and beautifully human. \n\n\n\nTo explore more live performances and theatre events happening across New Jersey\, visit Explore New Jersey’s theatre section. The state’s rich performing arts scene continues to thrive — and productions like this one remind us why New Jersey remains one of the most dynamic places for live theatre on the East Coast.
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LOCATION:New Brunswick Performing Arts Center\, 11 Livingston Avenue\, New Brunswick\, New Jersey\, 08901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Music
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SUMMARY:Sister Hazel
DESCRIPTION:SISTER HAZELThursday\, November 13 | 8:00 PMThe Newton TheatreTickets on sale Friday at 10:00 AM \n\n\n\nHailing from Gainesville\, Florida\, Sister Hazel is a Southern rock band known for their heartfelt lyrics\, dynamic performances\, and genre-crossing sound that spans rock\, alternative\, and country. The group first captured national attention in 1997 with their platinum-selling hit “All for You”\, which dominated the adult alternative charts and helped cement their reputation in the music world. \n\n\n\nOver the years\, Sister Hazel has built a devoted fanbase through charting albums\, immersive fan experiences\, and unique live events. They were trailblazers in the themed cruise and destination concert space with “The Rock Boat”\, and continue to host interactive fan gatherings such as the “Hazelnut Hang” and “Camp Hazelnut.” Their online presence is equally strong\, with a vibrant community of over a million followers across social platforms. \n\n\n\nBeyond music\, the band is deeply committed to philanthropy. Through Lyrics For Life\, founded by lead vocalist Ken Block\, Sister Hazel has raised more than $5 million to support cancer research and patient care\, bringing together artists and celebrities for special concerts and charity auctions. \n\n\n\nExperience Sister Hazel live at The Newton Theatre for an unforgettable evening of music\, connection\, and Southern rock energy.
URL:https://explorenewjersey.org/event/sister-hazel/
LOCATION:The Newton Theatre\, 234 Spring St\, \, NJ\, Newton\, NJ\, 07860\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Music
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SUMMARY:Total Mass Retain: YES Experience
DESCRIPTION:Officially endorsed by YES and named as the #1 USA YES Tribute Band\, Total Mass Retain (TMR) delivers an authentic EXPERIENCE that brings you back in time to the heyday of the world’s greatest progressive rock band.\nSince 2018\, TMR has recreated the energy and precision of Yes music live\, capturing all eras of their legendary history. In fact\, TMR was hand picked by YES to perform at the Official 50th Anniversary Yes Fans Convention and here is what Yes members in attendance had to say:\n“Unbelievable!!! Sound Chaser hasn’t been played like that since YES in 1976. Bravo. Bravo. Bravissimo!” — PATRICK MORAZ\n“That was the first live performance of ‘Subway Walls’ by any band – ever – very well done! The band was fantastic and really puts on a great YES show.” — GEOFF DOWNES\n“TMR really brought me back; especially No Opportunity Necessary\, No Experience Needed. It was an amazing performance and they even influenced Steve Howe to add the song into our own setlist after all these years. The band was excellent\, a major highlight of the day…and I’ll be posting videos” — TONY KAYE\n“These guys are the real deal. You close your eyes and you think you’re actually hearing YES! Congratulations to Total Mass Retain and thanks for all the love and support.”— JON DAVISON\n“It was great to hear such deep YES cuts\, especially The More We Live. It’s one of the first songs I ever wrote with Chris [Squire] and holds a deep meaning for myself and YES fans. Keep on rocking\, TMR!!” — BILLY SHERWOOD\nYes fans and Prog Music lovers will not want to miss this EPIC event.
URL:https://explorenewjersey.org/event/total-mass-retain-yes-experience/
LOCATION:Count Basie Center for the Arts\, 99 Monmouth Street\, Red Bank\, New Jersey\, 07701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Music
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Jay Leno
DESCRIPTION:The show “An Evening with Jay Leno” is a one-night-only stand-up comedy extravaganza that brings the legendary Jay Leno to the stage. This event is a testament to Leno’s enduring popularity and his ability to connect with audiences through his humor and performance. The show promises an evening of non-stop laughter\, featuring Leno’s sharp\, crowd-pleasing stand-up that continues to delight fans across generations. With countless sold-out performances each year\, Leno remains one of the most in-demand comedians in the world.
URL:https://explorenewjersey.org/event/an-evening-with-jay-leno/
LOCATION:New Jersey
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Music,Theatre
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SUMMARY:Mammoth – The End Tour
DESCRIPTION:GRAMMY® Award-nominated songwriter\, vocalist\, multi-instrumentalist\, and producer Wolfgang Van Halen continues to separate Mammoth from the pack. The music stands alone on a foundation anchored by his impressive sonic proficiency (across drums\, bass\, keys\, and guitar) and airtight arena-size hooks with unforgettable vocals. He harbors an irresistible signature sound\, inventive vision\, and incomparable identity vaunted by a fervent global fanbase. For as unique as the music is\, his story so far proves to be just as unprecedented. This is arguably the first hard rock act to genuinely break out from ground zero in the 2020’s\, generating north of 100 million streams\, toppling charts\, and selling out headline tours less than five years since its debut. Back in 2021\, Mammoth’s first offering\, Mammoth WVH\, took flight\, bowing at #12 on the Billboard 200 and capturing #1 on three Billboard charts—Top Hard Rock Albums\, Top Independent Albums\, and Top Rock Albums. “Distance” soared as the first of two #1 Rock Radio Hits and earned a GRAMMY® Award nomination for “Best Rock Song.” Two years later\, Mammoth II only saw him pick up the pace. It debuted in the Top 5 of the Billboard Top Album Sales Chart in addition to bringing him back to #1 on the Top Hard Rock Albums Chart. It incited widespread applause from Rolling Stone\, Guitar World\, GRAMMY.com\, Classic Rock\, American Songwriter\, and KERRANG! The band canvased the globe with Metallica and Pantera and supported Foo Fighters in North America as well as filling houses on their own. They performed on ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel LIVE!\, at MusiCares 2024 gala in honor of Jon Bon Jovi\, and Wolf took the stage at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame® Induction of Ozzy Osbourne. Now\, Wolfgang pushes forward on Mammoth’s third full-length LP.
URL:https://explorenewjersey.org/event/mammoth-the-end-tour/
LOCATION:The Wellmont Theater\, 5 Seymour St\, Montclair\, NJ\, 07042\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Music
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SUMMARY:Kip Moore
DESCRIPTION:Hailed as “an uncompromising\, genre-defying artist firing on all cylinders” (Vice/Noisey) and “one of country’s more thoughtful artists” (Billboard)\, multi-platinum selling singer/songwriter Kip Moore has blazed his own trail and cemented his place as one of music’s most beloved artists. Beginning with his auspicious debut in 2012\, Moore has since released five critically acclaimed albums and penned over a dozen chart-topping singles\, including the multi-platinum hits “Something’ ‘Bout a Truck\,” “Hey Pretty Girl\,” “Beer Money\,” and “More Girls Like You.” With over 1 billion streams and 2.5 million monthly listeners\, he’s performed sold-out headline shows in stadiums around the world including Australia\, New Zealand\, South Africa\, The U.K.\, Europe\, and the U.S.\, leading to a nomination for CMA’s International Artist Achievement Award. His most recent album Damn Love was praised by Holler as “the best album of Kip Moore’s career” while earning further acclaim from Billboard\, Music Row\, and American Songwriter. Moore also appeared on Good Morning America to perform the album’s lead single and title track. Moore just wrapped up a stint with Billy Currington\, which included a sold-out show in Nashville\, and next\, he will join HARDY this summer for his QUIT!! Tour. He’ll also undertake an extensive 14-show run in Australia this fall followed by a return to South Africa where he performed to crowds of over 40\,000 people last year. For more information and tour dates visit kipmoore.net.
URL:https://explorenewjersey.org/event/kip-moore/
LOCATION:Starland Ballroom\, 570 Jernee Mill Rd\, Sayreville\, New Jersey\, 08872\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Music
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SUMMARY:The Breakers
DESCRIPTION:The country’s premier Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers tribute band. Established to let the fans of the late great Tom Petty continue to enjoy the live experience of TP & the HB’s. No other Tom Petty tribute band comes close to capturing the SOUND and emotions of Tom’s songs quite like the Breakers. \nUnlike the vast amount of Tom Petty tributes who substitute visual mimicry for sound\, the Breakers encompass the true unmistakable sound and execution of Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers.
URL:https://explorenewjersey.org/event/the-breakers/
LOCATION:The Newton Theatre\, 234 Spring St\, \, NJ\, Newton\, NJ\, 07860\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Music
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SUMMARY:Guest Attraction: New Jersey Ballet presents: Visionary Voices
DESCRIPTION:Visionary Voices is a powerful contemporary program featuring three works: Jewel Box  by Lauren Lovette\, In Creases by Justin Peck\, and New Ancient Strings by Harrison Ball.
URL:https://explorenewjersey.org/event/guest-attraction-new-jersey-ballet-presents-visionary-voices/
LOCATION:New Jersey
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Music
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