Top 15 Most Read Stories At New Jersey Stage From September 3-9, 2023



Here’s a look at the top 15 most read articles published at New Jersey Stage from September 3-9, 2023. Each week we publish about 70 articles, including several original columns and features, along with news releases for events happening throughout the state and nearby areas like Philadelphia and New York City. This week’s top 15 includes articles from 5 counties in New Jersey (Bergen, Essex, Monmouth, Ocean, and Somerset).

1) Marc Ribler’s Story Road releases “Every Picture Tells A Horror Story” – Marc Ribler, singer-songwriter-musician-producer and music director for Stevie Van Zandt has just dropped the next single (“Every Picture Tells A Horror Story”) from his latest band project, Story Road.

2) Top 15 Most Read Stories At New Jersey Stage From August 27 to September 2, 2023 – Here’s a look at the top 15 most read articles published at New Jersey Stage from August 27 to September 2, 2023. Each week we publish about 70 articles, including several original columns and features, along with news releases for events happening throughout the state and nearby areas like Philadelphia and New York City. This week’s top 15 includes articles from 10 counties in New Jersey (Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, Union, and Warren).

3) bergenPAC presents An Evening with John Cusack and Screening of “Better Off Dead” – (ENGLEWOOD, NJ) — Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) presents An Evening with John Cusack on Wednesday, October 18, 2023 at 8:00pm. With an impressive body of work spanning the course of three decades, John Cusack has evolved into one of Hollywood’s most accomplished and respected actors of his generation, garnering both critical acclaim as well as prestigious accolades for his dramatic and comedic roles. He will take the bergenPAC stage to talk about his career after screening his 1985 comedy Better Off Dead.

4) An Interview with Alexandra Jardvall about Springsteen, Endometriosis, and Performing in Asbury Park For The First Time – (ASBURY PARK, NJ) — Swedish singer-songwriter Alexandra Jardvall will headline the Endo Warrior Benefit Show at Asbury Lanes on Sunday, September 10, 2023.  The music begins at 2:00pm and also includes performances by New Jersey artists Jake Thistle and Chris Fritz. The benefit is presented by Spring-Nuts and will raise awareness and funds for Endometriosis Research and the Endometriosis Foundation of America.

5) Monmouth County seeking employers for fall job fair – (FREEHOLD, NJ) — The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners would like to invite employers to register to participate in the 2023 fall job fair to be held at the Robert J. Collins Arena at Brookdale Community College, Lincroft, on Thursday, September 28, 2023 from 10:00am to 1:00pm.

6) Paper Mill Playhouse announces Cast and Creative for “The Great Gatsby” – (MILLBURN, NJ) — Paper Mill Playhouse has announced the complete cast and creative team for its world-premiere production of The Great Gatsby, based on the iconic novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald. The highly anticipated production will play October 12-November 12, 2023 at Paper Mill Playhouse (22 Brookside Drive, Millburn). Opening night is Sunday, October 22.

7) Endo Warrior Benefit Preview: An Interview with Howie Chaz, Founder of Spring-Nuts – (ASBURY PARK, NJ) — In 2015, Howie Chaz launched Spring-Nuts with about 500 fellow die-hard fans of Bruce Springsteen. The group now has over 60,000 members around the world! In addition to enjoying concerts together, Spring-Nuts follows Springsteen’s lead and helps raise money for charities through benefit shows.  Their next one is the Endo Warrior Benefit Show, which takes place at Asbury Lanes on Sunday, September 10, 2023.

8) Michael Des Barres and Kris Rodgers Team Up On New Single “Bounce Back Baby” – Rock n’ Roll icon, musician, actor, and Little Steven’s Underground Garage radio host Michael Des Barres has teamed up with Portland, ME musician Kris Rodgers (Kris Rodgers and the Dirty Gems, Kurt Baker) on a new single titled “Bounce Back Baby” out now on Wicked Cool Records.

9) Endo Warrior Benefit Preview: An Interview with Chris Fritz – (ASBURY PARK, NJ) — New Jersey artists Chris Fritz and Jake Thistle will be joined by Swedish singer-songwriter Alexandra Jardvall for the Endo Warrior Benefit Show at Asbury Lanes on Sunday, September 10, 2023. The benefit is presented by Spring-Nuts and will raise awareness and funds for Endometriosis Research and the Endometriosis Foundation of America.

10) Springsteen Archives to Hold Symposium for 50th Anniversary of The Wild, the Innocent, and the E Street Shuffle – (WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ) — The Bruce Springsteen Archives and Center for American Music at Monmouth University will present a symposium on Saturday, October 28, 2023 that celebrates the release of Springsteen’s landmark second album a half century ago.   Titled The 50th Anniversary: The Wild, the Innocent, and the E Street Shuffle, the day-long event will include panel discussions, interviews, a pop up exhibit, and musical performances of the songs on the album performed by regional musicians.

11) PHOTOS from “Grumpy Old Men: The Musical” at Surflight Theatre – (BEACH HAVEN, NJ) — Surflight Theatre is currently presenting the romantic musical comedy, Grumpy Old Men: The Musical, through September 24, 2023. The musical features a book by Dan Remmes, music by Neil Berg, and lyrics by Nick Meglin. Based on the movie of the same name, Grumpy Old Men is the story of two seasoned gentlemen, Max & John, neighbors who’ve been feuding for most of their lives. Photographer John Posada was on hand to take photos.

12) Theatre at RVCC Announces 40th Season, Offering Shows for Audiences of All Ages, Interests – (BRANCHBURG, NJ) — The Theatre at Raritan Valley Community College (RVCCArts) in Branchburg will present is 40th season in 2023-2024. From witty, abridged Shakespeare; to spirited, multicultural drumming; to traditional Irish dancing; to celebrations of popular artists of the past; to beloved children’s classics brought to life; to holiday favorites; and much more—the upcoming season will offer entertainment for audiences of all ages and interests.

13) Jason Kelce, Lane Johnson, and Jordan Mailata Reunite with Producers Charlie Hall and Connor Barwin for New Philly Holiday Album – (PHILADELPHIA, PA) — Following the runaway success of their debut LP, A Philly Special Christmas, Philadelphia Eagles Jason Kelce, Lane Johnson, and Jordan Mailata have reunited with producer Charlie Hall and executive producer Connor Barwin to release their second holiday album, A Philly Special Christmas Special, this fall on Vera Y Records.

14) Powerhouse 2023 to Take Place at Prudential Center – (NEWARK, NJ) — iHeartMedia’s Power 105.1, Home of The Breakfast Club and Angie Martinez, New York’s Hip Hop and R&B, has announced the star-studded lineup for its annual live music event, Power 105.1’s Powerhouse 2023 produced by Live Nation, taking place Saturday, October 28 at 7:00pm ET at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ. Power 105.1’s on-air personalities DJ Envy and Charlamagne Tha God of “The Breakfast Club,” officially announced the all-star performers on-air for Powerhouse 2023 which will include Lil Uzi Vert, A Boogie Wit da Hoodie, Lil Durk, Ice Spice, SpinKing & Friends and Lola Brooke.

15) Rock On! This Week’s Sound Bites…9/7/23 – “We tour every other year and this is the other year; we tour the UK every other year if you see what I’m saying. We were looking to come here and it just coincided with the 50th anniversary; it’s difficult to know when the 50th is, whether it’s this year or next, I’m not quite sure but here we are,” stated Squeeze founding member, guitarist and vocalist Chris Difford as he and his band mates kicked-off their current U.S tour on September 6 in Amagansett, NY.

Event previews are always one of the most popular areas of the website. Event previews get noticed when we first publish them and then get noticed again when they are brought back to the main area of the site the week the event takes place – sometimes even several months later.  We also run weekly columns promoting events, music, and theatre shows taking place for the week. These columns include our featured event previews and event listings along with all of our event previews of the week. Many times, they are among the most read stories of the week. 

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