From the Front Row

Who says you must travel to Broadway to see outstanding theatrical productions? Certainly not any savvy theatergoers in the Garden State – particularly those who follow news from the New Jersey Theatre Alliance, an organization whose mission is to nurture professional theater in New Jersey. The alliance works to build partnerships between theaters and the …

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For some lucky attendees at the recent New Jersey Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, it was a glorious, glamorous view from both the front row and from alongside the red carpet at the Paramount Theatre in Asbury Park, site of the 11th annual event honoring some of the state’s brightest stars in various industries. Mother …

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As the season of gift-giving approaches, many of us are faced with the annual dilemma: the search for a unique gift. Often, the recipients who are the most challenging are those who “have everything.” There are actually tons of great options out there, but in the spirit of entertainment-themed ideas for this month’s article, here’s …

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To paraphrase a popular song by Madonna, we are living in a virtual world. Modern technology has made it possible to create computer-generated, three-dimensional recreations of the world around us – plus worlds we could only imagine – through virtual reality (VR). In these simulated parallel universes, we are able to use special goggles, headsets …

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Summer, for at least some of us, is a season to feel free: free from school, from work, from cold weather, from layers of clothes and from routine. In many towns up and down the Jersey Shore, it is also a time to enjoy free entertainment at summer concerts. The Jersey Shore is a treasure …

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As fans of live theater know, some of the most entertaining performances are presented not necessarily on Broadway, but on local community stages. One of the area’s most talented acting troupes – and certainly one of the most charming venues – is the Holmdel Theatre Company (HTC), based at the Duncan Smith Theater in Holmdel. …

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Living near the Jersey Shore, most would consider Monmouth County to be a summer town. While local residents and visitors love hanging out at the beach, they equally love spending just as much time picking pumpkins and sipping hot apple cider. To bring everyone together, many communities host their own fall-related festivals, including some of …

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