The band, Gin Blossoms, will make their stop to Montclair's Wellmont Theater during a tour of the East Coast which takes them from New York to Illinois.
Arizona’s Gin Blossoms will perform at the Wellmont Theater on the Feb. 25, 2017. For a band with a turbulent past, Tempe, Ariz.’s Gin Blossoms make a beautiful sound. Robin Wilson, the front man during their reunion after hiatus in 2002, said, “We make a noise together that we can’t make otherwise. We respect and […]
‘Knights of New Jersey’ from Screen D’Or Pictures represents Montclair in film festivals across the country, from Seattle to Miami.
Screen D’Or Pictures reels in fans for ‘Knights of New Jersey.’ The Montclair-based video production business Screen D’Or Pictures, known for working on everything from entertaining videos to emotional documentaries, recently expanded into online entertainment. Their new comedy web series Knights of New Jersey follows a group of Renaissance Faire obsessed friends. In episode one, […]
‘The Founder’ is as persistent as its tragic hero, going against Hollywood aesthetic to bring McDonald’s hard-hitting alteration from family to royalty.
John Lee Hancock’s ‘The Founder’ is a unique biopic that doesn’t shy away from a double-edged truth. You’ve seen the Golden Arches. This shining symbol is notorious on a global scale, adding a layer of familiarity and comfort to even the most ill-prepared traveler. Then, almost instantly, the archway becomes an invitation, an alluring hand […]
Montclair's Buzz Aldrin Middle School will be housing the Oscar Shorts on Feb. 11 to foster a greater understanding and appreciation of short films.
Oscar Shorts celebrates Underdog Film Festival! Oscar Shorts is a unique experience where one can see all Oscar nominated short films. This fun-filled event will feature animated, documentary and live action categories. Additionally, an introduction to each film with behind the scenes insights from Corinna Sager, co-producer of the festival. Oscar Shorts is sponsored by […]
Premiere Dance Theater is about working hard, being committed and being prepared as they continually push students to do their best in every aspect of life.
Students at Premiere Dance Theater not only dance together, but work together as a unit as they help each other achieve the best. On Thursday, Jan. 26, a contemporary class at Premiere Dance Theater prepared for an upcoming Open House performance from the studio. Open House allows each class from the theater to do a […]
‘Hidden Figures’ is a triumphant celebration of open-minded ethics, allowing for a visceral experience above it's not-so-hidden flaws.
Theodore Melfi brings us ‘Hidden Figures,’ an uncharted tale with a heart as large as its morals. When looking to the sky, it’s possible to miss what is directly in front of you. Acclaimed-director Theodore Melfi (St. Vincent) hopes to point out such missing pieces with Hidden Figures, a period piece about the unexposed truths […]
DNCE’s single ‘Cake By the Ocean’ shot them to the top of the charts in 2015, and they have stayed on people's music radar ever since.
On Feb. 7, funk-pop group DNCE, led by Joe Jonas, will play at The Wellmont Theater. After the Jonas Brothers’ meteoric rise to fame fizzled out, many were left wondering what the New Jersey trio would do next. Kevin, Joe and Nick Jonas had impressed the nation, the nation’s teenage girl population more than anyone […]
‘Rogue One’ gives an alternative approach and a breath of fresh air to the ‘Star Wars’ saga, since ‘The Empire Strikes Back.’
Gareth Edward’s ‘Rogue One’ reminds us that the force is in good hands, for better or for worse. I suppose nothing’s too far-fetched for a galaxy, far, far away… This past holiday season, director Gareth Edwards (Godzilla) brought global audiences Rogue One, a new feat in the most influential franchise ever filmed. The catch? It […]
‘Why Him?’ plays off a straightforward concept with an ensemble cast and a sentiment that runs deeper than most R-rated comedies in recent memory.
John Hamburg’s ‘Why Him?’ shadows its familiar themes with a heart of gold. For all the guilty pleasures in the world, this one feels a little less guilty. Director John Hamburg (Along Came Polly, I Love You, Man) brings audiences Why Him?, a romantic comedy that plays dirtier than most in its category. Nevertheless, there’s […]
On Saturday, Dec. 27, one year after their first Wellmont performance, O.A.R. brought the winter spirit to Montclair during The Merry XXmas Wish List Tour.
O.A.R. impresses audiences with a setlist completely chosen by their fans. Of A Revolution, better known by the acronym O.A.R., is a rock band from Maryland. First formed in 1996, O.A.R just released their 14th album, and embarked on their latest tour, The Merry XXmas Wish List Tour, which allows fans to take control over […]
