George Street Playhouse
 Special One-Night-Only Event!An Evening with Marlo Thomas
Saturday, June 2; 8pm
VIP Ticket includes premium seating and post-show reception with Ms. Thomas
This intimate evening, hosted by GSP Artistic Director David Saint will
include the actress' reminiscences about her incredible life and career, as well as her unique take on everyday life and current events. The delightful evening promises backstage stories and anecdotes sure to be touching, unforgettable - and funny.
Proceeds benefit the Playhouse's mainstage and educational programming
Final Weekend!
Now thru May 20
Friday at 8, Saturday at 2 and 8, Sunday at 2 and 7
Adapted by Patrick Barlow
From the novel by John Buchan
From the movie of Alfred Hitchcock
Directed by Mark Shanahan
"A HILARIOUS conclusion to a highly successful season."
- Asbury Park Press
"39 Steps at George Street Playhouse keeps the audience HOWLING"
- The Star-Ledger
For Tickets: 732-246-7717 www.georgestreetplayhouse.org
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American Repertory Ballet
May 19, 2012 - 8:00pm
May 20, 2012 - 2:00pm
ARB Presents: Celebration
American Repertory Ballet closes its 2011-2012 season with a feast of exciting and enchanting works. The program will be headlined by excerpts from Douglas Martin's new Romeo and Juliet, including ballroom ensemble dances and the balcony pas de deux. Celebration will also feature ARB repertory favorites, including Gerald Arpino's buoyant, tarantella-inspired Confetti, Patrick Corbin's critically acclaimed Follia, and Mary Barton's sprightly and innovative Straight Up with a Twist.
Victoria J. Mastrobuono Theatre, Mason Gross School of the Arts
Box Office Hours:
Mon.-Fri. 10:00am - 5:30pm
Sat. 12:00pm - 5:30pm
60 min. prior to performance
(732) 932-7511Purchase tickets online here Facility is handicapped accessible; Programs available in large print by request $35 General Public
$15 University Students with valid ID;
$25 Seniors and Princeton Ballet School Students with special code (limit 2): code= ARB-PBS
$30 JerseyArts.com Members 
July 27, 2012 - 6:30pm Princeton Ballet School's Summer Intensive 2012 Culminating Performance An Evening of Dance Join us in the Berlind Theater for the culminating performance for students in the Summer Intensive Program. Students come from around the world to Princeton Ballet School's renowned Summer Intensive. Past international students have been from France and Italy. Berlind Theatre, McCarter Theatre Center 91 University Place
Princeton, NJ 08540 Facility is handicapped accessible Tickets are $20, General Admission
To purchase tickets, call: (609) 921-7758 http://www.americanrepertoryballet.org/PBS/Summer-Intensive-2012-An-Evening-of-Dance |
 Crossroads Theatre Company
For tickets or information: 732-545-8100
www.crossroadstheatrecompany.org
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State Theatre Regional Arts Center
 Michael FeinsteinSat, May 19, 2012 at 6pm
Michael Feinstein, the multi-platinum-selling, five-time Grammy®-nominated entertainer dubbed "The Ambassador of the Great American Songbook," performs live with his 5-piece band! Program to be announced soon. Considered one of the premier interpreters of American standards, Feinstein's 200-plus shows a year have included performances at Carnegie Hall and the Hollywood Bowl as well as the White House and Buckingham Palace. Through his live performances, recordings, film and television appearances and his songwriting (in collaboration with Alan and Marilyn Bergman, Lindy Robbins, and Carole Bayer Sager), Feinstein is an all-star force in American music.
Concert Tickets: $29-115
Gala Ticket: $650
 La Fille Mal Gardée, The Royal BalletWed, June 13, 2012 at 7pm
Captured Live at the Royal Opera House in London, England
Choreographed by Frederick Ashton
La Fille Mal Gardée is one of Frederick Ashton's most charming ballets. Its combination of lighthearted story, beautiful solos, lively ensembles, and pas de deux have made it a timeless classic of The Royal Ballet repertory.
Tickets: $22
 Happy Together Tour 2012Wed, June 20, 2012 at 8pm
The Turtles featuring Flo & Eddie -"Happy Together," "It Ain't Me Babe," and "You Baby."
The Monkees lead singer Micky Dolenz-"I'm a Believer," "Mary, Mary," and "Last Train to Clarksville."
Gary Puckett & The Union Gap-"Woman, Woman," "Young Girl," and "Lady Willpower."
The Grass Roots-"Let's Live for Today," "Mr Jones (Ballad of a Thin Man)," and "Midnight Confessions."
The Buckinghams-"Kind of a Drag," "Don't You Care," and "Mercy, Mercy, Mercy."
Tickets: $35-85  Diana Krall
Summer Nights US Tour 2012 Tue, June 26, 2012 at 8pmCo-presented by the State Theatre and AM Productions. With her familiar breathy vocals and rhythmic lilt, Canadian jazz pianist and singer-songwriter Diana Krall wows critics and sells out concert halls everywhere. Since winning a Grammy® in 1999 for "When I Look In Your Eyes," this multi-platinum artist has written a new chapter in acoustic jazz improvisation. She is the only jazz singer to have eight albums debuting at the top of the Billboard Jazz Albums.
Tickets: $39-129  Meat LoafMad Mad World Tour
Thu, July 19, 2012 at 8pm
See larger-than-life rock icon Meat Loaf live at the State Theatre this July! Hear Meat Loaf's hits including "Bat Out of Hell," "Paradise by the Dashboard Light," "You Took the Words Right Out of My Mouth," "Two Out of Three Ain't Bad," "I'd Do Anything for Love (But I Won't Do That)," plus songs from his new album HELL IN A HANDBASKET.
Tickets: $55-155  KEM
Thu, July 26, 2012 at 8pm
See Motown recording artist KEM live at the State Theatre! An R&B/Soul singer, songwriter, and producer, KEM's hits include "Love Calls," "I Can't Stop Loving You," and "You Might Win." Hear these hits and more, including songs from KEM's latest album INTIMACY.
Tickets: $35-75
 Jersey Beatles Bash 6
Sat, July 28, 2012 at 8pm
Glen Burtnik and friends perform the music of Paul McCartney, including music from The Beatles and Wings.
Tickets: $25-50
 The Celtic Tenors
Sat, August 11, 2012 at 8pm
The Celtic Tenors live show is an experience overflowing with vitality and variety from start to finish! This sensational trio of tenors are the most successful classical crossover artists ever to emerge from Ireland. At their live show, expect a fresh, innovative spin on traditional Celtic, classical, and popular works.
Tickets: $30-55
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 Mason Gross School of the Arts
Wednesday, July 11, 7:30 p.m.
TENET Vocal Ensemble
Founded in 2003, TENET is a vocal ensemble under the artistic direction of soprano Jolle Greenleaf. The ensemble strives to bring lesser-known works to the ears of the public and to perform well-known works with a fresh approach. As a program-based ensemble, distinguished soloists who also shine as ensemble singers are selected to fit the demands of each individual concert.
Nicholas Music Center
FREE
Wednesday, July 18, 7:30 p.m.
Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana
Driven by the fiery cante jondo, Flamenco VivoCarlota Santana provides passion and drama in their inspiring program La Pasión Flamenca. This fierce and eclectic evening of Spanish dance and music features lamenting solos, sizzling duets, and festive company dances.
Victoria J. Mastrobuono Theater
FREE
Wednesday, July 25, 7:30 p.m.
Monica Bill Barnes & Company
Monica Bill Barnes & Company is a contemporary American dance company with the mission to celebrate individuality, humor and the innate theatricality of everyday life. The company has performed in over 20 venues in New York City, has been presented in more than 30 cities throughout the United States, and has been a part of festivals including The American Dance Festival, Bates Dance Festival and Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival.
Victoria J. Mastrobuono Theater
FREE
Wednesday, August 1, 7:30 p.m.
Rutgers Jazz Faculty
A tribute to Charles Mingus is on tap for the annual Rutgers Jazz Faculty concert. Featuring artists Conrad Herwig, trombone; Joe Magnarelli, trumpet; Ralph Bowen, saxophone; Bill O'Connell, piano; Kenny Davis, bass; Donald Edwards, drums; and Vic Juris, guitar.
Nicholas Music Center
FREE
No tickets are issued for these free events.
Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Practice Your Passion
at Mason Gross School of the Arts
this Summer!
Join the vibrant cultural community flourishing here at the Mason Gross School of the Arts this summer during one of our exciting and innovative summer arts programs! Summer intensives in music, dance and visual arts are wonderful opportunities for students to explore, create and perform under the expert guidance of New Jersey's most distinguished teaching artists.
The 2012 Rutgers Summer Jazz Institute presents
The Charles Mingus Experience
Scholarships Available!
Check out the Jazz Trombones: A Vocal Expression featuring Conrad Herwig, Director of the 2012 RSJI The Charles Mingus Experience!!!
July 29-August 3, 2012
The Charles Mingus Experience is a unique opportunity for young musicians to experience and explore the genius of Charles Mingus in a comprehensive workshop environment on the New Brunswick campus of Rutgers University. The 2012 Rutgers Summer Jazz Institute is ideal for young musicians ages 13-18 interested in improving their jazz improvisation, small group, and large ensemble skills. Students work intensively in daily rehearsals with the internationally renowned, award-winning jazz faculty of Rutgers University's Mason Gross School of the Arts.
Rutgers Summer Band and Orchestra Camp
Scholarships Available!
July 15-20, 2012
Experience a week of intense orchestra and band training with Mason Gross School of the Arts faculty members, renowned professional musicians and leading music educators from the New York-New Jersey area!
July 17, 2012
The Toomai Quintet will be visiting artists presenting master classes, workshops and an evening concert.
Conductors:
Darryl Bot (Rutgers, Associate Director of Bands), Symphonic Winds
Jeffrey Grogen(New Jersey Symphony Orchestra), Symphony Orchestra
Michael & Lynn Berry (East Brunswick & Cranford High School), String Orchestra
New
Rutgers Choral Academy
Scholarships Available!
July 8-13, 2012
An exciting new choral program for high school-aged singers. Students with wide-ranging vocal experience discover the breadth of choral literature in a variety of performing ensembles, hone their skills in musicianship classes, and explore new singing-related subjects in exciting breakout elective sessions. Participate in a master class with TENET, a renowned vocal ensemble that will perform as part of Mason Gross Presents Summer Series 2012!
New
Rutgers Design Camp
July 9-20, 2012
A two-week intensive for ages 14 to 18, this program develops skills in graphic design for motivated high school artists. Created and supervised by Mason Gross faculty, the curriculum focuses on core principles of design while also introducing the relevant software. The course includes focused studio work, technical demonstrations, group critiques and a field trip to NYC. Design Camp also features a Portfolio Workshop addressing how to present work effectively for college admissions. Design Camp uses traditional classroom space as well as top-notch computer lab facilities in the Department of Visual Arts at the Mason Gross School of the Arts on the New Brunswick Campus of Rutgers University.
Rutgers Dance Camp
July 22-27, 2012
Spend a week immersed in dance! Develop skills through a variety of styles and explore creative potential through dance making. Open to dancers of all experience levels. Leveled placement in technique classes available for advanced learners.
Rutgers Summer Dance Conservatory
July 22-August 3, 2012
Two weeks of intensive, collegiate-level study for experienced dancers considering professional careers. The Dance Conservatory also welcomes newly admitted college students, dancers considering transferring to the Mason Gross School of the Arts, and young professionals considering college options.
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The Jane Voorhees Zimmerli Art Museum
Programs are held at the Zimmerli and are free with general admission, unless otherwise noted. Admission: Adults (18 and over) $6.00. Persons over 65 $5.00. Free admission to Museum Members, Rutgers University Students and Staff (with I.D.), and children under 18.
Aspects of Architecture:
The Prints of John Taylor Arms
Through July 31
John Taylor Arms (1887-1953), an American etcher who specialized in the depiction of architecture, created prints that astonished viewers with his extraordinary skill in capturing detail. Originally an architect and a great admirer of Gothic architecture, Arms began in 1923 his ambitious project of documenting Europe's major churches through a series of prints. This exhibition features twenty-six prints dating between 1919 and 1940.
In the Search of an Absolute:
Art of Valery Yurlov
Through June 3
The Zimmerli Art Museum at Rutgers continues its series of one-person shows devoted to Soviet nonconformist artists. Yurlov stands out as one of the earliest proponents of analytical abstraction within Soviet nonconformist art and was among those brave artists who, as early as the 1950s, defied the harsh restrictions placed on artists by the Communist government.
Popcorn and Starbaby:
Children's Book Illustrations by Frank Asch
Through June 24
Currently on view at the Zimmerli Art Museum at Rutgers University is Popcorn & Starbaby: Children's Book Illustrations by Frank Asch. Asch is a noted author and illustrator of more than 65 children's books.
Rachel Perry Welty 24/7
Through July 8
Rachel Perry Welty is a conceptual artist who creates humorous and beautifully crafted work on the subject of life in the twenty-first century. Addressing issues that include consumerism and information overload, she uses fruit stickers, restaurant take-out containers, messages left on her answering machine, medical records, toys, and email spam as materials for her art. Welty reminds us to look at what we overlook and to pay attention to the momentary.
For information call: 732-932-7237 or visit
www.zimmerlimuseum.rutgers.edu
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