Dance On The Lawn, an annual celebration of dance and community in Montclair, is back again on September 9, 2017. Montclair has historically been extremely supportive and encouraging when it comes to the performing arts. Places like Glenfield Middle School, where there is an emphasis on expression and performance, plant the seeds of showmanship within […]
Vanguard Theater Company presents the annual Broadway Buddy Mentorship Cabaret at the Performing Arts Center in South Orange.
Broadway Buddy provides an experience like no other! Vanguard Theater Company‘s Broadway Buddy Program is an outreach program designed to offer a diverse group of musical theater artists a unique opportunity for one-on-one mentorship. It invited ages from 12 – 24 years old. The mentorship involved working with professional theater artists, truly giving the youth and […]
Former Broadway performer Sharron Miller devotes her time to SMAPA’s reconstruction to foster the joy of performing and enrich the lives of students.
Bop to the top with the new and improved Sharron Miller’s Academy for the Performing Arts! After 10 years in the current location, SMAPA will yet again dazzle the community with the start of its spring session on Monday, Feb. 6. SMAPA will feature newly painted studios, new furniture and a larger space. Registration is now […]
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 […]
Special guests Ali Stroker and her father Jim bring enthusiasm, encouragement and inspiration to students in Dr. Gilbert’s Montclair State classroom.
Ali Stroker, first actress in a wheelchair on Broadway, brightens Montclair! Ali Stroker came to Montclair State University on Thursday to meet her father, Jim. The duo spoke to Dr. Robert Gilbert’s class about mindfulness and gratitude. Ali sang “Be a Lion” and “True Colors.” Every student sat in awe as she belted out the tunes. […]
Apricot Sky Productions brings quality theater shows to the town of Montclair, with the help of founder Eric Alter.
For great shows, look no further than performances by Apricot Sky Productions. Montclair-based Apricot Sky Productions helps provide great performances in the area. According to founder Eric Alter, the goal of Apricot Sky Productions is to put on quality theater shows in Montclair – usually about two shows per year. Alter, executive producer, has also […]