Jersey Shore Magazine

J e r s e y s h o r e • S P R I N G 2 0 2 2 26 ALGONQUIN ARTS THEATRE 173 Main Street, Manasquan (732) 528-9211 www.algonquinarts.org Algonquin Arts was founded in 1992 to provide cultural enrichment for the residents and visitors of Monmouth and Ocean Counties. Their pro- gramming includes dramatic and musical theatre, dance, musical concerts, film, and mixed media presentations. These presentations are offered to the public in the setting of the 540-seat Algonquin Arts Theatre, which reopened to the public in 1994 following an extensive renovation. Algonquin Arts also enhances the educational experiences of area students with diverse perfor- mances and artist-lead educational workshops. Call the box office or check the website for more information. 3-18: Uncle Vinnie's presents Help Cure the O; Ovarian Cancer Fundraising Evening, 8:00 PM 3-20: Vince Giordano and The Nighthawks (Jazz Series), 3:00 PM 4-1 - 4-10: Cinderella (Broadway Series), various times 4-23: Uncle Vinnie's presents Gilbert Gottfried, 8:00 PM 4-24: Father Alphonse conducts Grand Opera with The Orchestra of St. Peter by the Sea (Orchestra Series), 3:00 PM 5-7 - 5-22: Into the Woods (Broadway Series), various times ASBURY LANES 209 4th Avenue, Asbury Park (732) 361-6659 www.asburylanes.com Asbury Lanes is a vintage bowling alley and bar with live performances including local talent with rock and hip-hop veterans, indie, and pop stars. Advance ticket purchase recommended. Check website for updated schedule and times. 3-19: 10 Years with special guests Black Map and Vrsty, 6:30 PM 3-29: Fit for a King, 6:00 PM 3-31: Jukebox The Ghost, 7:00 PM 4-1: Team Luke: Celebration of Music and Life featuring Best of Foo and U2 Nation, 7:00 PM 4-2: Kennyhoopla, 7:00 PM 4-10: Slothrust, 7:00 PM 4-11: The Amity Affliction, 6:00 PM 4-16: Fangirl Fantasy presents Haylor Night: Taylor Swift vs. Harry Styles, 10:00 PM 4-22: The Darkness with The Dead Deads, 7:00 PM 4-24: Bendelacreme is…Ready to be Committed, 7:00 PM 4-29: Emo Night Karaoke, 7:00 PM 5-5: Houndmouth, 7:00 PM 5-14: All Them Witches, 7:00 PM 5-29: The Reverend Horton Heat, 7:00 PM AXELROD PERFORMING ARTS CENTER Vogel Auditorium, 100 Grant Avenue Deal Park, (732) 531-9100 www.axelrodartscenter.com This state-of-the-art, 520-seat performing arts center features a year-round performance sched- ule of concerts ranging from rock, jazz, classical, THEATER & CONCERTS Monmouth and Ocean Counties. Although every effort was made to provide accurate information, please call or check the website before attending. March - June 2022 PLACES TO GO & THINGS TO DO klezmer, Broadway, and Yiddish, as well as theat- rical performances, film festivals, festival of books, and children's events. A cultural gem at the Jersey Shore for people of all ages and backgrounds. 3-11 - 3-27: The Bridges of Madison County, vari- ous days and times 4-8 - 4-10: Something's Coming, various days and times 4-29 - 5-1: Remember Jones: Bat Out of Hell Live, 8:00 PM 5-21 - 5-22: A Toast to Steve and Eydie, various times 6-3 - 6-19: Grease, various times BRICK CHILDREN'S COMMUNITY THEATRE (BCCT) Performances at: The Strand Center For The Arts, 400 Clifton Avenue, Lakewood (732) 920-9041 and Stafford Township Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Avenue Manahawkin, (609) 489-8600 www.bcct.org The BCCT is non-profit, community theater group dedicated to the children of Ocean and Monmouth counties. Established in 1992, the BCCT has spawned great reviews with much interest and a dedicated following from the local community. BCCT was voted "Best Community Theatre in Ocean County" Reader's Choice Award by The Asbury Park Press Readers' Choice Poll for 2008-2011, 2015-2017, and "One of the Best" for 2012-2014. BCCT was also nationally recog- nized at the 2015 iTheatrics Junior Theater Festival and has received several nominations for The Perry Awards, given for outstanding for achievements in New Jersey theater. 5-13 - 5-15: Disney Newsies Jr. (at Stafford Township Performing Arts Center), various times BROOKDALE COMMUNITY COLLEGE - PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 761 Newman Springs Road, Lincroft (732) 224-2411 www.brookdalecc.edu/pac This 361-seat, thirty-year-old theater is home to everything from dramas and concerts to musical theater. Although the shows are performed mainly during the school year, they also have Summer Shakespeare in July. Show times vary but are typically on Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 PM and Sundays at 2:00 PM. Many shows are free. Ticket prices vary and can run from $12. to $24. 3-20: Faculty Recital, time t.b.a. 4-8 - 4-24: All Shook Up, various times CONVENTION HALL AND PARAMOUNT THEATRE Ocean Avenue (between 5th and Sunset Avenues), Asbury Park, (732) 897-6500 www.apboardwalk.com One of the most distinctive and majestic land- marks along the New Jersey Shore, Asbury Park's Convention Hall and Paramount Theatre is a multi-purpose venue of two separate buildings joined by a Grand Arcade. Convention Hall, located on the boardwalk and extending out over the beach, has a capacity of up to 3,600, depending upon the event. It features an impres- sive stage area and a spacious arena floor. The historic Paramount Theatre, which opened in 1930, is a showcase for music and performing arts and offers a wide variety of entertainment. Editor's Note: As of press time, both structures were deemed structurally unsafe, and all events have been cancelled. Repairs are underway. Call or check the website for current information and future schedules. THE COUNT BASIE CENTER FOR THE ARTS 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank (732) 842-9000 www.thebasie.org Founded in 1926, this 1,400-seat theater is known for first class entertainment in an intimate setting. The Center's mission is to inspire, edu- cate, and entertain through distinct and engaging The Vogel, at the Count Basie Center for the Arts in Red Bank, is a new, state-of-the-art performance venue with social distancing and safety measures in place. www.thebasie.org

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