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  • Havasi is a contemporary Hungarian pianist with classical roots and rock star flair. His original compositions have reached millions of devoted listeners worldwide on YouTube, and his sensational live concerts draw sold-out crowds in stadiums and arenas across Europe. Now’s your chance to experience the passion of a live Havasi show for yourself. You’ll be mesmerized by his deeply personal songs, his charismatic performance, and his stellar musicianship.
  • Broadway in the Bricks is a new live performance series that brings Broadway's best and brightest talents to Newark. Join Broadway in the Bricks host and executive producer, Daryl Stewart as he brings Broadway to Newark Museum of Art's Garden for an intimate, elegant and socially distanced one night only evening of stories, standards and show tunes. Music Direction by Gail Lou Freeman. Produced by Daryl Stewart Productions in association with NMOA Music Curator, Marcy DePina.
  • The Reno Jazz Orchestra's 17-piece jazz band and signature soloists present: Now, Then, and Forever - Celebrating Earth, Wind, and Fire. Enjoy the infectious sounds of soul, funk, gospel, and greatest hits such as Shining Star, In the Stone, After the Love Has Gone, as well as some of their jazz-inspired instrumentals like Zanzibar'. Conveying the message of universal love and harmony since their inception in the early 1970s, EWF's music, combined with the talents of the Reno Jazz Orchestra, are a must-see Celebration this summer!
  • We are excited to present this powerful, coming-of-age story during Newark Pride Month. Our partners from Equal Space will introduce the film at Newark Riverfront Park. Moonlight (2016) Directed by Barry Jenkins. (111 min). Rated R. A young African American man grapples with his identity and sexuality while experiencing the everyday struggles of childhood, adolescence, and burgeoning adulthood. The film will be screened in English with Spanish subtitles. This event is FREE and no registration is required. Event starts at 8pm, movie starts at 8:30pm. Address: 730 Raymond Boulevard, Newark, NJ (Riverside)
  • Join us for a fun family movie at Newark Riverfront Park! The Secret Life of Pets (2016). Directed by Chris Renaud and Yarrow Cheney. (87 min). Rated PG. The quiet life of a terrier named Max is upended when his owner takes in Duke, a stray whom Max instantly dislikes. The film will be screened in English with Spanish subtitles. This event is FREE and no registration is required. Event starts at 8pm, movie starts at 8:30pm. Address: 730 Raymond Boulevard, Newark, NJ (Riverside)
  • ‘Tis the season for making unforgettable memories with your family! Whether you’re a kid or a kid at heart, The Nutcracker is sure to become your favorite Christmas tradition. The State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine’s holiday spectacle transports you to a dazzling winter wonderland in this special matinee performance. Step into choreographer Andrei Litvinov’s magical world of toy soldiers and colorful characters. Tchaikovsky’s beloved score is full of instantly recognizable music, including “Waltz of the Flowers,” “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy,” “Waltz of the Snowflakes” and more. It’s a magical classic for all ages.
  • Grammy-winners Peter Yarrow and Noel Paul Stookey carry on the proud tradition of the 1960s iconic folk trio Peter, Paul & Mary. This year is the 60th anniversary of the trio’s self-titled debut album, which earned double platinum. Since Mary’s passing in 2009, the duo has kept the music of Peter, Paul and Mary alive as they continue to tour, performing classic hits like Leaving on a Jet Plane, Puff, the Magic Dragon, Blowin’ in the Wind, If I Had a Hammer and many more.
  • Grammy Award winner, drummer, and composer Terri Lyne Carrington blends jazz, indie rock, and hip-hop with her multi-talented sextet Social Science. This fresh ensemble thoughtfully confronts urgent social and societal issues through a suite of powerful compositions, inspiring a deep regard for humanity and freedom, while never forgetting to excite on a purely musical level.
  • Dr Capers on piano and vocals with John Robinson (bass), Alan Givens (sax), and Doug Richardson (drums).

    Dr. Capers has performed with Dizzy Gillespie, Wynton Marsalis, Mongo Santamaria, Tito Puente, Slide Hampton, Max Roach, and Paquito D'Rivera, among others; has recorded 5 albums: Portrait of Soul (Atlantic), Affirmation (KMA Arts), Come On Home (Columbia/Sony), Wagner Takes the 'A' Train (Elysium), and Limited Edition (VALCAP Records); and has appeared on numerous radio and television programs. Her most noted compositions are Sing About Love, a critically acclaimed Christmas cantata produced by George Wein at Carnegie Hall; Sojourner, an operatorio based on the life of Sojourner Truth, performed by the Opera Ebony Company of NY; and Song of the Seasons, commissioned by the Smithsonian.
  • Five-time Grammy Awardee, Emedin Rivera is a highly respected and accomplished artist in a vast array of contemporary music genres. Emedin's unique rhythmic percussion clearly underscores the Latin-Caribbean-African influences. Emedin has performed with such accomplished artists as Stevie Wonder, Harry Belafonte, Gato Barbieri, Dave Valentin, LaToya Jackson, Michael Bolton, Paquito D Rivera, Sting, Gregory Hines, and Ben E. King. He has also appeared on the David Letterman Show, Show Time at the Apollo, Dellaventura, The Harry Belafonte PBS Special, and Robert Wuhl's World Tour.
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