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Be in-the-know about upcoming events including music, dance, and theatre performances, gallery openings, workshops & classes, and kids & family events throughout the greater Morris County area.  Receive the comprehensive quarterly Arts Matters Newsletter & Arts Calendar as a benefit of membership by joining the Arts Council.  Here's a glimpse of exciting area events:

Visual Arts

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Workshops, Classes, Tours, & Readings

  

 

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SPECIAL EVENTS
 

 

CELEBRATE THE ARTS

MAY 15, 2008

 

 

2007 Award Winners

  
L-R: Ken Donohue (President, Morris Choral Society), Tom Barth (Ehlers Winner); Anne Jacobson (Chair, ACMA Board); R. Wayne Walters (Artistic Director/Founder, Morris Choral Society); Mrs. Marilyn Michaels (Ricoh Corporation); Daniel Fenelon; Talia Jackman; Emily Trenk (Coladarci Winner); and John McEwen.  Ehlers Scholarship Winner Tom Barth with Coladarci Scholarship Winner, Emily Trenk.

May 15
Arts Council of the Morris Area
Awards Event:
CELEBRATE THE ARTS: In the restored gardens and Gilded Age Mansion at Fairleigh Dickinson University, ACMA will present its 2008 Awards for Outstanding
 
   
Arts Advocate: Barbara Krajkowski
    Arts Organization: Morris Museum
    Corporation: Open Spaces Management Association
    Arts Educator: Alysia Souder
    Professional in the Arts: Susan Holford
The event will also introduce the 2008 Coladarci and Ehlers Scholarship Winners, Kaitlyn DeBiasse and Marissa Rich (respectively), and feature a special performance by singer/composer Tom Barth (2007 Ehlers Scholarship winner)

The Mansion, Fairleigh Dickinson University, 285 Madison Ave., Madison, NJ
Reception -5pm; Awards Program - 6pm
Free but pre-registration is REQUIRED

For more information or to register to attend, please contact Kadie Dempsey, at (973) 285-5115, ext. 17 or via email at kdempsey@morrisarts.org
Celebrating its 5th year as a generous sponsor,  

Theatre & Film
April 25-May 17
Chester Theatre Group
Theatre: The Baker's Wife. It's an old story: an aging baker, his much younger wife who leaves him for a handsome lothario and the village that intervenes to bring them back together. Old world charm permeates every moment of this bittersweet, wise and gently offbeat fable of life, love and bread by Joseph Stein (Fiddler on the Roof) and Stephen Schwarts (Godspell, Pippin).
Black River Playhouse, Grove & Maple in Chester
8pm Fri. & Sat./ 2pm on Sun.
Price TBD
(908) 879-5935
www.chestertheatregroup.org

April 25- May 18
The Growing Stage - The Children's Theatre of New Jersey
Theatre: Lily's Purple Plastic Purse. What happens when you have something really, really, really wonderful to share at school, but it's not sharing time? Poor Lily finds out the hard way in this play by Kevin Henkes. Her movie star sunglasses, her three shiny quarters, and that purple plastic purse...ah, they are just too much and she has to share them. Mr. Slinger, her teacher, has to take them, of course, and then Lily exacts her "revenge."  But all works out in the end and Lily still wants to be a teacher when she grows up...unless she decides to be a scuba diver.
The Historic Palace Theatre, Rt. 183, Netcong
7:30pm Fridays; 4pm Saturdays and Sundays
$10 children & seniors; $14 adulst
(973) 347-4946

www.growingstage.com

April 30-May 18
Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey
Theatre: Shakespeare's The Comedy of Errors. Directed by Stephen Fried.Two sets of identical twins, separated at birth, find themselves in the same city on the same fast paced, bewildering day in the Bard's riotous farce of wild misadventures and mistaken identities.
F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre, 36 Madison Ave. at Lancaster Ave., Madison
various times
$29-$53
(973) 408-5600

www.shakespearenj.org

May 2-17
Chatham Community Players

Theatre: Little Women: The Musical. Join the remarkable March sisters - Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy - as one of America's most beloved books soars to the state in Little Women-The Musical. Seen on Broadway in 2005, this dazzling new musical, based on Louisa May Alcott's timeless tale about the power of family, friendship and romance, is capturing the hearts sentimental favorite with family-friendly appeal.
Chatham Playhouse, 23 N. Passaic Ave., Chatham
Fri & Sat - 8pm; Sun - 3pm
$25 adults, $20 youths/seniors
(973) 635-7363
www.chathamplayers.org

May 8
Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey
Theatre: Know the Show: Shakespeare's The Comedy of Errors. An insightful pre-performance talk by a STNJ artist will provide fascinating background information and an expert's perspective on this play.
F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre, 36 Madison Ave. at Lancaster Ave., Madison
various times
$29-$53
(973) 408-5600

www.shakespearenj.org

May 9
The
Community Theatre at Mayo Center for the Arts
Theatre/Comedy: Manhattan Comedy night. Our popular showcase of stand-up comedy's up and coming talents. Produced by Sandy marks.
100 South Street, Morristown
8pm
$20
(973) 539-8008

www.mayoarts.org

May 14-June 7
The Bickford Theatre
Theatre: The Grass is Greener, a 1960 play by Hugh and Margaret Williams. A stately home of England owned, of course, by a lord and lady and replete with a stuffy butler, is the setting for this romantic comedy in which an American millionaire and the lady of the manor fall in love. Perhaps it takes a duel to save this aristocratic marriage.
6 Normandy Heights Rd., Morristown
Call (973) 971-3714
www.bickfordtheatre.org

May 16-June 1
Women's Theater Company
Theatre: Souvenir by Stephen Temperly. An unusual musical about Florence Foster Jenkins, a wealthy society eccentric suffering under the delusion that she was a great coloratura soprano, when in fact she was incapable of producing two consecutive notes in tune. As news of her terrible singing spread, so did her celebrity. Her growing mob of fans packed her recitals, stuffing handkerchiefs in their mouths to stifle laughter - which Mrs. Jenkins blissfully mistook for cheers.
Parsippany Playhouse, 1130 Knoll Rd., Parsippany
Fridays and Saturdays @8pm; Sundays at 3pm
$20 regular; $18 seniors; student and group rates available
(973) 727-5342

www.womentheatercompany.org

May 21
The Community Theatre at Mayo Center for the Arts
Theatre/Comedy: Garrison Keillor. Creator and host of public radio's A Prairie Home Companion, Garrison Keillor entertains with his folksy, quirky style of Midwestern humor that has made him a modern day Mark Twain.
8pm
$52-$72
(973) 539-8008

www.mayoarts.org

May 28- June 22
Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey
Theatre: Amadeus by Peter Shaffer. From the author of Equus, a thrilling tale of young and brilliant Mozart and the fanatic malcontent Salieri who plots to ruin Mozart's career and smother his genius. Featuring Broadway star Robert Cuccioli as Salieri.
F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre, 36 Madison Ave. at Lancaster Ave., Madison
various times
$29-$53
(973) 408-5600

www.shakespearenj.org

May 31
The Community Theatre at Mayo Center for the Arts
Theatre/Comedy: George Carlin. Carlin has been making audiences laugh for over 40 years by pointing out the hypocrisy and insanity of our lives and our language.
7pm and 9:45pm
$60-$75
(973) 539-8008

www.mayoarts.org

June 5
Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey
Theatre: Know the Show: Amadeus. An insightful pre-performance talk by a STNJ artist will provide fascinating background information and an expert's perspective on this play.
F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre, 36 Madison Ave. at Lancaster Ave., Madison
various times
$29-$53
(973) 408-5600

www.shakespearenj.org

Music
May 2, 9, 16, 23
The Presbyterian Church in Morristown
Music: Fridays-on-the-Green free lunchtime concerts with lunch available for purchase before and after.
May 2: The Jeff Pines/Daille Kettrell Ensemble plays Latin-infused jazz in honor of Cinqo de Mayo
May 9: Robert Deutsch and partner play classical works for cello and piano
May 16: The Early Music Players honor Spring with music from Renaissance England
May 23: Piano recital by John Pivarnik
57 Park Place , Morristown (on the Green)
12:15pm
Free
(973) 538-1776

www.pcmorristown.org

May 7, 15
Music at Morristown United Methodist Church
Music: Organ demonstration by CJ Sambach, "The Pied Piper of the Pipe Organ"
May 7- 9am, 10:30am, noon, 1:30pm
May 15- 9am, 10:30am, noon
Free
(201) 826-3801 or (973) 538-2132

www.morristownumc.com

May 7, 14, 21, 28
Hickory Tree Chorus
Music: Wednesday evenings in May: Mother's Month Open House Rehearsals. When Mom's happy, everyone's happy, right? re-discover the joy of singing. Visit an open rehearsal of this champion chapter of Sweet Adelines International and you, too, can "harmonize the world."
570 Central Ave., New Providence, NJ
7:30pm
A smile and a song! Free
(908) 351-9344
www.hickorytreechorus.org

May 10
Colonial Symphony
Music: Beethoven's Joyous Ninth.
Community Theatre at Mayo Center for the Performing Arts, 100 South St., Morristown
8pm
$50, $40, $27.50
box office (973) 539-8008; (973) 984-7400

www.colonialsymphony.org

May 11
Sanctuary Concerts
Music: Sunday Night Music Club: Herdman Hills and Mangsen.
Watchung Arts Center, 18 Stirling Rd. (Watchung Circle), Watchung, NJ
7pm
$10
(973) 376-4946

www.sanctuaryconcerts.org

May 16
The Folk Project
Music: Minstrel Coffeehouse.Main Act: Claudia Schmidt; Opening Act: Mary Zikos. Coffee, tea and baked goods served.
Morristown Unitarian Fellowship, 21 Normandy Heights Rd., Morristown
8:30pm
$7
(973) 335-9489 or Minstrel@folkproject.org
www.folkproject.org

May 17
Sanctuary Concerts
Music: The Kennedys. End of year ice cream social and concert.
Presbyterian CHurch, 240 Southern Blvd., Chatham
8pm
$10
(973) 376-4946

www.sanctuaryconcerts.org

May 17
Music at Morristown United Methodist Church
Music: King of the Keyboards Organ Concert. Presenting organists Jeff Billeter, Diane Pivarnik, and Jim Hicks and the Morristown High School Wind Ensemble directed by Mike Russo.
50 Park Place (on the Green), Morristown
7:30pm
Suggested donation $15 adults, $12 seniors, students free
(201) 826-3801 or (973) 538-2132
www.morristownumc.com

May 23
The Folk Project
Music: Minstrel Coffeehouse. Main Act: Stefan Grossman; Opening Act: Donny Hoffman. Coffee, tea and baked goods served.
Morristown Unitarian Fellowship, 21 Normandy Heights Rd., Morristown
8:30pm
$7
(973) 335-9489 or Minstrel@folkproject.org
www.folkproject.org

May 30
The Folk Project
Music: Minstrel Coffeehouse. Main Act: Jean Rohe; Opening Act: Pat Scarangella with Jill Gasco. Coffee, tea and baked goods served.
Morristown Unitarian Fellowship, 21 Normandy Heights Rd., Morristown
8:30pm
$7
(973) 335-9489 or Minstrel@folkproject.org
www.folkproject.org

May 31
Sanctuary Concerts
Music: Old School Freight Train. Another end of year ice cream social and concert.
Presbyterian CHurch, 240 Southern Blvd., Chatham
8pm
$10
(973) 376-4946

www.sanctuaryconcerts.org

Visual Arts
March 28-May 2
Arts Council of the Morris Area/Atrium Art Gallery
Exhibit: Blackwell Street Arts Center Juried Student Art Show. Nearly 800 works of art by talented students are juried and judged. Opening reception, April 4, 7pm-9pm. Prizes, awards announced at 8pm ceremony held in Freeholder public meeting room, 5th floor.
Administration & Records Building, Floors 2-5, Court Street, Morristown
Open during business hours.
Free
(973) 586-9113 for information about the exhibit.


 April 11-June 6
Visual Arts Center of New Jersey
Exhibit: Guest Curator Series: Midnight Full of Stars. Opening reception, April 11, 6-8pm.
68 Elm St., Summit
Gallery Hours: Mon.-Thur.9:30am-8pm; Fri. 9:30am-4:30pm; Sat. & Sun. 10am-4pm
(908) 273-9121

www.artcenternj.org

Dance
 

May 17
The Folk Project Swing 'n Tern Dances

Dance: Dance Caller: Sam Rotenberg special info phone (973) 539-6286 or (973) 228-9729; Dance Band: Off'n Ensemble (special info phone: 973-539-6286)
Ogden Memorial Church, Main Street, Chatham
7:30pm beginner's workshop; 8pm dance
$7
Sneakers only are required
For information, email SwinginTern@folkproject.org


May 17

The Community Theatre at Mayo Center for the Arts
Dance: New Jersey Ballet: Swan Lake, Part 2 and More. With stunning artistry, passion and creativity, New Jersey Ballet performs powerful and dramatic interpretations of the greatest works created for dance...touching the spirit and inspiring the soul.
8pm
$20-$40
(973) 539-8008

www.mayoarts.org

 

May 18

The Community Theatre at Mayo Center for the Arts
Dance: New Jersey Ballet's Cinderella. Introduce your children to the magic of ballet with this colorful, imaginative version of the classic fairy tale set to dance.
1:30 and 4pm
$12
(973) 539-8008

www.mayoarts.org

 

Kids & Family Events
May 7
Museum of Early Trades & Crafts
For Children: Kids' Club, Bring May Flowers....tour the new exhibit Crafting Cures and learn about Early American medical practices, including centuries-old herbal cures. Become part of the exhibit by planning and planting a special Kids Club Herb Garden and continue to watch it grow through the end of the school year! Bring home a special potted plant just in time for Mother's day. Kids' Club is a special monthly after-school program for children ages 7-11.
9 Main St., Madison
3:30pm-5:00pm
sessions are $13 for members and $15 for non-members
(973) 377-2982, ext. 12
www.metc.org

 

May 10
Museum of Early Trades & Crafts
For Children: Kids' Club, Bring May Flowers....Create a lovely Mother's Day themed craft. Enjoy a day out with the family and discover new and exciting things from our newest exhibit. Advanced registration recommended. Kids' Club is a special monthly after-school program for children ages 7-11.
9 Main St., Madison
1-3pm

Regular admission $5 for adults, $3 for seniors/students, under 6  & free for members and under 5
(973) 377-2982, ext. 14
www.metc.org

 

May 10
Museum of Early Trades & Crafts
For Families: Family Fun Day
9 Main St., Madison
1-3pm

Sessions are $13 for members and $15 for non-members
(973) 377-2982, ext. 12
www.metc.org

 

May 17
Morris County Park Commission

For Families: Born to be Shorn. Meet baby lambs and watch the hand shearing of the sheep! See how fleece is processed. Enjoy hands-on activities such as weaving and spinning. Make crafts to take home.
Cooper Gristmill, 66 Route 24, County Route 513, Chester

11am-4pm
Free

(908) 879-5463
www.morrisparks.net


May 31
Historic Speedwell
For Children: Dig It! Archeology for Kids!  Archeology has always fascinated children of all ages. Studying artifacts left behind by thousands of years of human history, archeologists help to tell the story of our past.  Historic Speedwell offers the junior archeologist the chance to learn the basic skills and unearth some treasures of their own right here at Speedwell! Ages 7-11. Pre-registration is required.

333 Speedwell Ave., Morristown
1-3pm
$4 adults, $2 children, $3 seniors
(973) 285-6550
www.speedwell.org

Workshops, Classes, Tours, Historical Events & Reading
May 3-4

Morris County Park Commission
Historical event: Victorian Weekend. Celebrate the Victorian era. Victorian celebration and activities held simultaneously with the Morris County Historical Society at Acorn Hall in Morristown (973-367-3465)and at Fosterfields Living Historical Farm. Visitors will experience interactive demonstrations of Victorian social, culinary, crafts, leisure, political and fashion trends.
Fosterfields Living Historical Farm, Kahdena Rd., Morristown

11am-4pm

$10 adults, $5 children ages 4-16, FREE to members of both sites. Tickets are good for both sites on both days during the weekend.
(973) 326-7645
www.morrisparks.net

 

May 7
Historic Speedwell
Class/Lecture (ages 16+): Adult Craft Series: With Reed in Hand - Basketmaking. Join us the first Wednesday of every month at 6pm for the Adult Craft Series. Each craft is $8 per person and includes instruction and supplies. The lesson will result in a project that can be completed at home. Light refreshments will be served. Pre-registration is required.
333 Speedwell Ave., Morristown
6-8pm
$8
(973) 285-6550

www.speedwell.org

 

May 11
Historic Speedwell
Class/Lecture: Carriage House Craft Series: Mother's Day Quilting

333 Speedwell Ave., Morristown
1-3pm
$4 adults, $2 children, $3 seniors
(973) 285-6550
www.speedwell.org

 

May 12
Morris County Park Commission
Historical Event: Hungry Planet: What the World Eats Exhibit. This color, photographic traveling exhibit documents 12 families from 12 countries. It examines the similarities and differences in worldwide food consumption.
Fosterfields Living Historical Farm, Kahdena Rd., Morristown
Wednesday-Saturday: 10am-5pm; Sunday noon-5pm
$6 for adults, $5 seniors (65+), 44 for children ages 4-16. Children under 4 are free. To tour The Willows add $1 for ages 2 and up.
(973) 326-7645
www.morrisparks.net

 

May 17
Morris County Park Commission
Historical Event: Born to be Shorn. Meet baby lambs and watch the hand shearing of the sheep! See how fleece is processed. Enjoy hands-on activities such as weaving and spinning. Make crafts to take home.
Cooper Gristmill, 66 Route 24, County Route 513, Chester

11am-4pm
Free
(909) 879-5463
www.morrisparks.net

 

May 17
Historic Speedwell
Class/Lecture: Traditional Metal Crafts: Beginner's Tinsmithing. Historic Speedwell offers the second of three in the traditional metal craft series. During this class students will learn about the important role tin played in everyday life for people throughout history and create a tin project to take home. Ages 13+. Pre-registration is required.

333 Speedwell Ave., Morristown
noon-4pm
$10 per student
(973) 285-6550
www.speedwell.org

 

 

Ongoing Events
The Adult School of the Chathams, Madison and Florham Park
Ongoing Events: Music, Dance, Film, Lecture/ Class, Tour, Special Interest, Art
(973) 443-9222
theadultschool@hotmail.com

 

Bickford Theatre at the Morris Museum
Brightest Star School of Performing Arts: Classes for Tots, Children, Teens, Home-Schoolers, Adults: Performing Arts, Music, Creative Drama and Song, Musical Theatre Workshops, Acting, Speaking for the Professional, Audition Preparation, Classical Music Listening Club, Musical Theatre Dance, Brightest Star choirs, Private Voice and Piano Lessons and Summer Musical Theatre Programs
6 Normandy Heights Rd., Morristown
(973) 971-3726
www.bickfordtheatre.org

 

Community Children's Museum
Classes For Children:
77 East Blackwell St., Dover
(973) 366-9060
www.communitychildrensmuseum.org

 

Lakeland Youth Symphony
Suzuki Classes, Prelude Orchestra, Junior Orchestra, Intermediate and Senior Orchestras.
All rehearsals held at the Parsippany Arts Center.
(973) 402-6010

Livingston Art Association
Day and Evening Art Classes for Adults & Children - Oils, Watercolor, Pastels, Drawing, Acrylics.
Bulletins upon request. Registration is required.
Senior /Community Center, 204 Hillside Ave.,  Livingston- South Parking Lot, Ground Level. 
(973) 992-7749

Morris County Art Association
Day and Evening Art Classes for Adults & children, Shows for Youths and Adults - Oils, Watercolor, Pastels, Drawing, Acrylics, Sculpture, Portraiture, etc.
10 Catherine Lane, Morristown
(973) 267-1722
or by email morriscountyart@sbcglobal.net

Myhelan Cultural Arts Center
Ongoing Classes/Lectures: Art classes for Adults and Children
(908) 876-5959
www.myhelan.org

New Jersey Center for Visual Arts
Art Workshops and Classes.
All ages, all levels. Open 7 days a week.
Classes for Adults, Teens, Children:  Ceramics, Drawing, Jewelry, Painting, Photography, Digital Arts,   Sculpture, and more! Held at our state of the art studios...
68 Elm Street, Summit
(908) 273-9121
www.njcva.org

Playwrights Theatre of New Jersey
Acting, Writing Classes for Adults, Teens, Children- Weekend and Weekday/ daytime and evening classes.
  Creative Arts Academy Degree program for children and teens; Classes for children pre K-grade 6; Classes for Teens, Grades 7-9 and 10-12;  Classes for Adults (19 and up); Performance Troupes; . NEW offerings include Creative Play for ages 4,5 and Multi-Genre Writing for grades 9-12. Private coaching available for children, teens and adults.. Also Ongoing Tuesday Evenings, Adult Acting Class 
33 Green Village Rd., Madison (mailing address: PO Box 1295, Madison, NJ 07940)
$160-$400 for multi-week courses
Questions? Call Education Department at (973) 514-1787, ext. 21 or visit www.ptnj.org

 

 

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