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SUMMARY:Veronica Swift
DESCRIPTION:“She has a miraculous voice\, musical ability and technique\, as well as an innate gift for entertaining a crowd.” — Wall Street Journal \nVeronica Swift has established herself as one of her generation’s iconic voices in Jazz. Throughout her childhood\, she toured nationally with her parents (Jazz musicians Hod O’Brien and Stephanie Nakasian)\, singing at renowned clubs and festivals such as Dizzy’s Club Coca-Cola\, Jazz Standard (NYC)\, Jazz Showcase (Chicago)\, and Telluride Jazz Festival. She recorded her first album at age nine\, and since then has had a career spanning two decades\, which saw a 2nd place win at The 2015 Thelonious Monk Jazz Competition\, a twice-a-year residency at Birdland Jazz Club\, joining Chris Botti’s touring band\, as well as touring with Wynton Marsalis and Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra and recording with Jeff Goldblum. Her 2021 album This Bitter Earth received a 5-star review and the cover of DownBeat magazine\, and in 2024\, she was honored with a French knighthood as Chevalier in the Order of Arts and Letters. \nWhile her first two releases on Mack Avenue cemented her as a master of scat improvisation and programming conceptual song cycles\, her most recent self-titled album (2023) showed us that Swift’s talents and path lie in other directions than just Jazz\, rather theatrical glam rock as seen with her original band DAME\, which she co-founded with The Dresden Dolls’ Brian Viglione. Since moving to Los Angeles in 2022\, she has pursued other projects and collaborations in the rock genre with artists like pianist Mike Garson of David Bowie\, Luke Spiller of The Struts\, guitarist John Notto of Dirty Honey\, and The Lemon Twigs. Swift’s expansive artistic voice remains firmly intact regardless of genre. \nShe continues to release Jazz music as Veronica Swift\, as is evident in her 2026 album\, Home\, which will be released in May of this year. The album’s story takes us on Veronica’s journey from growing up on a farm in Greater Appalachian Virginia\, losing her childhood home in a house fire and her father to cancer\, as she catapults her Jazz career and moves to New York City\, ultimately leading to her expansion of musical horizons out west where she ultimately finds love and peace as heals the wounds of her past. \nIts song selections touch on the wide spectrum of what ‘home’ means to people\, whether it is where you come from\, where you live\, or where you see yourself in the future. Some are running from home\, and some run back. With songs like “I Miss the Mountains”\, “Home” from ‘The Wiz’\, and “I’m Comin’ Virginia”\, Swift explores longing to return to her beloved Appalachia\, where Zeppelin’s Going to California\, Billy Joel’s You’re my Home celebrate her new life with Brian Viglione as a Californian. The album’s epilogue\, Simon and Garfunkel’s America\, echoes her message on This Bitter Earth\, pondering her place in the country she calls home and the complex challenges of this time as we question our roots. \nIt features the finest young voices in Jazz with Mathis Picard on piano\, Philip Norris on bass\, Kyle Poole on drums\, and special guests Benny Benack III on trumpet\, Dave Eggar on cello\, and Phil Faconti on guitar. \nFollow Veronica Swift on Instagram at @VeronicaSwiftOfficial\, and her original music at @DAMEbandofficial. Or you can visit her websites VeronicaSwift.com and DAMEtheband.com \n“Veronica Swift is a woman of many voices\, and she uses every one of them to refract a dizzying kaleidoscope of moods” — DownBeat
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/veronica-swift/
LOCATION:Grunin Center Theater
CATEGORIES:Grunin Center
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SUMMARY:Patriot Songs of the American Revolution
DESCRIPTION:Musician and historian Bobby Horton combines storytelling\, musicianship\, history\, and a genuine love for the people who settled this nation\, fought for our future\, and created a new nation in Patriot Songs of the American Revolution. \nMusic has been a fundamental part of human life for centuries\, transcending cultures and generations. It serves not only as an art form but as a means of communication\, reflecting the values\, beliefs\, history\, and heroes of each society. \nThe United States is no exception to this rich tradition. Our musical heritage plays an essential role in preserving the history\, culture\, and spirit of our nation’s early days. Through music\, we hear not only of events but also the hopes\, dreams\, and disappointments of those who lived through them. \nThe founding of this country is a monumental chapter in world history. Beginning in the 1760s\, the colonists set out on a journey toward independence\, culminating in the Declaration of Independence in 1776. Against all odds\, they defeated the mighty British army and navy\, a struggle that spanned eight years and forever changed the course of history. \nThe music presented here was part of that journey. These are the songs that fueled the colonists’ desire for freedom and unity. They include stirring anthems meant to rally support for the independence movement\, celebratory tunes marking victories that lifted spirits\, humorous songs poking fun at the enemy\, and lighter “pop” tunes beloved by the common people. Each of these songs tells a story of resilience\, hope\, and determination. \nIt is our hope that these beloved\, timeless melodies will not only entertain but also offer a glimpse into the hearts and minds of the brave men and women who founded this great nation. Enjoy this musical snapshot of history—songs that continue to echo through time\, carrying the legacy of America’s founding. \nTickets purchased through GruninCenter.org are guaranteed authentic. GruninCenter.org and the Grunin Center Box Office are the only authorized ticket sellers for this performance.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/patriot-songs-of-the-american-revolution/
LOCATION:Grunin Center Theater
CATEGORIES:Grunin Center
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SUMMARY:John Pizzarelli Presents “Dear Mr. Bennett”
DESCRIPTION:Grammy Award -winning producer and guitarist extraordinaire\, John Pizzarelli salutes the legendary Tony Bennett celebrating over 60 years of unparalleled artistry. From Bennett’s ’50s pop hits like “Because of You” and “Rags to Riches” through his timeless classics of the ’60s such as “I Wanna Be Around” and “I Left My Heart in San Francisco\,” to his remarkable collaborations with Bill Evans\, Pizzarelli’s trio will bring these iconic songs to life once again. The evening will also highlight Bennett’s incredible revival in the ‘90s while Pizzarelli weaves in personal anecdotes and stories that reveal the man behind the music. \nPrepare for a night filled with unforgettable music as the John Pizzarelli Trio honors this generational talent. \nTRIO MEMBERS:\nJohn Pizzarelli – Guitar & Vocals\nIsaiah J. Thompson – Piano\nMichael Karn – Bass \nTickets purchased through GruninCenter.org are guaranteed authentic. GruninCenter.org and the Grunin Center Box Office are the only authorized ticket sellers for this performance.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/john-pizzarelli-presents-dear-mr-bennett/
LOCATION:Grunin Center Theater
CATEGORIES:Grunin Center
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SUMMARY:A Conversation with Laurie Hernandez
DESCRIPTION:Since bringing home the Gold and Silver medals at the 2016 Rio Olympic Games\, Laurie Hernandez has gone on to win the coveted Mirror Ball trophy on “Dancing with the Stars” Season 23 and her first book titled “I Got This: To Gold and Beyond” chronicling her journey thus far was published in 2017\, hitting the New York Times Best Sellers list. In 2018\, she released a children’s picture book “She’s Got This\,” also a New York Times Best Seller\, while serving as a Literary Champion to promote readership as a path to leadership\, and Mattel created Laurie Hernandez “Shero” Barbie to honor her. \nShe is a second-generation American\, as her grandparents are from Puerto Rico\, making her the first U.S.-born Latina to make the U.S. team since 1984. Laurie was also the gymnastics analyst for NBC at the Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Her live commentary at the Paris games garnered her rapturous praise from the entertainment\ncommunity and viewers. \nActing is one of her biggest passions\, and she has done cameos\, voiceovers\, and even co-hosted American Ninja Warrior Junior. Laurie is a Junior at NYU\, where she is a theatre major. She travels the country speaking to the next generation about following your dreams and embracing who you are. She is also a fierce advocate for the importance of Mental Health and has partnered with multiple campaigns and initiatives to encourage awareness. \nThe Blauvelt Speaker Series is funded in part by the generosity of the late Bradford Thomas & Eleanor G. Blauvelt and the Wintrode Family Foundation. 2026-2027 Sponsors include: Stella and Marshall Kern (Keynote Sponsor)\, The Citta Foundation\, Arlene and Frank Dupignac\, Jr.\, New Jersey Natural Gas\, Rotem Dental Care\, and Vision Financial Services (Student Ticket Sponsors). \nTickets purchased through GruninCenter.org are guaranteed authentic. GruninCenter.org and the Grunin Center Box Office are the only authorized ticket sellers for this performance. \nIn addition to the in-person event\, a free livestream is also available.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/a-conversation-with-laurie-hernandez/
LOCATION:Grunin Center Theater
CATEGORIES:Grunin Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T190000
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SUMMARY:80s kids
DESCRIPTION:“HOLY JOHN HUGHES THAT WAS SO MUCH FUN!!!” \nGet ready to turn up the nostalgia and sing your heart out — synthpop sweethearts Shannon Curtis and Jamie Hill are bringing their nationally touring hit show 80s kids to The Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts! \n80s kids is a high-octane joyride through the best of 1980s synthpop — tied together with funny\, moving stories about growing up in the 80s. \nFrom the electrifying beats of Depeche Mode and New Order to the heart-on-the-sleeve melodies of OMD and Erasure\, this show is a love letter to the decade of iconic anthems and underdog heroes. \nThis dynamic concert-style theater show features all-time favorites from Pet Shop Boys\, a-ha\, Soft Cell\, Alphaville\, The Human League\, and many more — delivered in a wildly fun and interactive performance that feels like you’re experiencing them live for the first time. \nWith awesome\, authentic sound\, amazing immersive video art\, killer merch\, inclusive energy\, and magnetic\, joyful stage presence\, this hit show is an experience that you don’t want to miss. Get your tickets today! \n* Freebies at the merch table for people wearing 80s fashion! \nRAVES FROM AROUND THE COUNTRY \n“HOLY JOHN HUGHES THAT WAS SO MUCH FUN!!! You guys were amazing!!” — Andrea W\, Burlington\, VT \n“I wasn’t sure what to expect from your show\, but I didn’t have any idea it was going to be that amazing. That was phenomenal!!” — Mary S\, St. Louis\, MO \n“OMG that was so incredible!! It was sincerely the best time I’ve had in months.” — Simone D\, Oakland\, CA \n“It was electric\, exciting\, and emotional. I needed to see your show so much more than I anticipated!” — Hillary C\, San Diego\, CA \n“My partner and I had such a great time singing and dancing along to literally every single song! SO. Friggin. Good!!” — Brenton S\, Austin\, TX \nTickets purchased through GruninCenter.org are guaranteed authentic. GruninCenter.org and the Grunin Center Box Office are the only authorized ticket sellers for this performance.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/80s-kids/
LOCATION:Grunin Center Theater
CATEGORIES:Grunin Center
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SUMMARY:Dementia Man\, An Existential Journey
DESCRIPTION:Is it possible to believe in a meaningful future with a neurocognitive disease? \nDementia Man\, An Existential Journey is the award-winning autobiographical story of a man who faces his diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease by actor and playwright Samuel A. Simon. \nIn this full-length theatrical piece\, Simon takes the stage as a man facing his cognitive decline and asks the hard questions of what to do next in the face of what he calls “an existential journey.” It is a peek into the head and heart of the struggle with a broken medical system and a personal and family challenge. The play challenges the audience to imagine a meaningful future for the millions of people with neurocognitive disease\, with accommodation and adaptation. \nThe show is approximately 70 minutes long and will feature a Q&A Session at the end. \nTickets purchased through GruninCenter.org are guaranteed authentic. GruninCenter.org and the Grunin Center Box Office are the only authorized ticket sellers for this performance.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/dementia-man-an-existential-journey/
LOCATION:Grunin Center Theater
CATEGORIES:Grunin Center
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SUMMARY:Nat Adderley\, Jr.
DESCRIPTION:Nat Adderley\, Jr. spent 25 years as the Music Director for rhythm and blues singer Luther Vandross\, but after Vandross passed away in 2005\, Adderley\, Jr.\, the son of trumpeter Nat Adderley and nephew of alto saxophonist Julian “Cannonball” Adderley\, returned to his roots as a jazz pianist\, mixing hard bop with R&B. \nIn October 2025\, Adderley released his first jazz album as a leader Took So Long. The album soared to the top of the JazzWeek charts\, spending six weeks at Number 1. DownBeat Magazine’s Joshua Myers called it “a near perfect mixture of standard jazz tunes and popular musical mainstays.” \nOn September 13\, at the Gia Maione Prima Foundation Studio Theatre\, Adderley\, Jr.\, will be performing selections from Took So Long. In addition to his original title tune\, you’ll hear such songs as Bronislaw Kaper’s “Green Dolphin Street”\, Dizzy Gillespie’s “Con Alma”\, Burton Lane’s “Old Devil Moon”\, and “Superstar”\, written by Leon Russell for The Carpenters\, but memorably recorded by Luther Vandross. \nIn the DownBeat review\, Joshua Myers reminded his readers that\, “It is simply cool to hear once again how interpretations of sounds made famous by Stevie Wonder\, The Stylistics\, and Aretha Franklin beautifully coexist alongside those written by Billie Holiday and Dizzy Gillespie. Masters of the piano format have gamely plumbed these associations before. But in the hands of Nat Adderley\, Jr.\, we get yet another fresh look.” \nTook So Long was selected as WBGO Radio’s “New Day\, New Play” album in October 2025. The station’s morning host\, Gary Walker\, pointed out that\, “There are reimagined standards\, an original\, and a fabulous recollection of his dear friend Luther Vandross on ‘Superstar’. It might have taken so long\, but it has been well worth it.” \nTickets purchased through GruninCenter.org are guaranteed authentic. GruninCenter.org and the Grunin Center Box Office are the only authorized ticket sellers for this performance.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/nat-adderley-jr-2/
LOCATION:Gia Maione Prima Foundation Studio Theatre
CATEGORIES:Grunin Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260830T190000
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SUMMARY:The Doo Wop Project
DESCRIPTION:A Brand New Show from America’s Premiere Doo Wop Group! \nThe dynamic Broadway stars of The Doo Wop Project are on a mission to put Doo Wop on everyone’s playlist! With their smokin’ hot band\, they capture and deliver the classic sounds of the guys who\, back in the day\, harmonized with each other on stoops\, in the subway\, and on street corners\, and they have also created a unique\, exciting\, fun way to “Doowop-ify” today’s biggest hits – reimagining them as though they had been written during the Doo Wop era! Once you experience The Doo Wop Project live on stage\, you’ll see why everyone around the country calls them AMERICA’S PREMIERE DOO WOP GROUP. \nTheir brand new 90-minute show “Echoes of the Street” keeps the classic sounds of Doo Wop alive for audiences of all ages. You’ll hear Doo Wop classics like the Del Vikings’ “Whispering Bells”\, The Tymes’ “So Much in Love”\, The Marcels’ “Blue Moon”\, The Four Seasons’ “Sherry” and Motown’s “My Girl”. And you’ll fall in love with The Doo Wop Project’s Doowop-ified versions of contemporary songs by artists like Taylor Swift\, Pharell Williams\, and Daft Punk. \nThis show celebrates a music genre that has never lost its cool… while making it cool for generations to come. #SAVEDOOWOP \nTickets purchased through GruninCenter.org are guaranteed authentic. GruninCenter.org and the Grunin Center Box Office are the only authorized ticket sellers for this performance.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/the-doo-wop-project/2026-08-30/2/
LOCATION:Grunin Center Theater
CATEGORIES:Grunin Center
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SUMMARY:The Doo Wop Project
DESCRIPTION:A Brand New Show from America’s Premiere Doo Wop Group! \nThe dynamic Broadway stars of The Doo Wop Project are on a mission to put Doo Wop on everyone’s playlist! With their smokin’ hot band\, they capture and deliver the classic sounds of the guys who\, back in the day\, harmonized with each other on stoops\, in the subway\, and on street corners\, and they have also created a unique\, exciting\, fun way to “Doowop-ify” today’s biggest hits – reimagining them as though they had been written during the Doo Wop era! Once you experience The Doo Wop Project live on stage\, you’ll see why everyone around the country calls them AMERICA’S PREMIERE DOO WOP GROUP. \nTheir brand new 90-minute show “Echoes of the Street” keeps the classic sounds of Doo Wop alive for audiences of all ages. You’ll hear Doo Wop classics like the Del Vikings’ “Whispering Bells”\, The Tymes’ “So Much in Love”\, The Marcels’ “Blue Moon”\, The Four Seasons’ “Sherry” and Motown’s “My Girl”. And you’ll fall in love with The Doo Wop Project’s Doowop-ified versions of contemporary songs by artists like Taylor Swift\, Pharell Williams\, and Daft Punk. \nThis show celebrates a music genre that has never lost its cool… while making it cool for generations to come. #SAVEDOOWOP \nTickets purchased through GruninCenter.org are guaranteed authentic. GruninCenter.org and the Grunin Center Box Office are the only authorized ticket sellers for this performance.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/the-doo-wop-project/2026-08-30/1/
LOCATION:Grunin Center Theater
CATEGORIES:Grunin Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T130000
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SUMMARY:My Fair Lady
DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets \nMain Stage\n(Building 11A)\nAdult $32\, Senior $28\, Student $24\n \nAbout the Show\nLerner and Loewe’s award-winning story of a cockney flower girl transformed into an elegant lady is widely considered one of the greatest musicals of all time. \nEliza Doolittle is a young flower seller with an unmistakable Cockney accent\, which keeps her in the lower rungs of Edwardian society. When Professor Henry Higgins tries to teach her how to speak like a proper lady\, an unlikely friendship begins to flourish. \nThis classic features one of musical theatre’s greatest scores\, including: “Wouldn’t It Be Loverly?\,” “With a Little Bit of Luck\,” “The Rain in Spain\,” “I Could Have Danced All Night\,” “On the Street Where You Live\,” “Get Me to the Church on Time\,” and “I’ve Grown Accustomed to Her Face.” \nBook and Lyrics by\nALAN JAY LERNER \nMusic by\nFREDERICK LOEWE \nAdapted from George Bernard Shaw’s Play and\nGabriel Pascal’s Motion Picture “PYGMALION” \nOriginal Production Directed and Staged by Moss Hart \nLerner and Loewe’s My Fair Lady is presented through special arrangement with Music Theater International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.\nmtishows.com \nPerformances\nFriday\, July 10\, 2026 at 7:00 PM\nSaturday\, July 11\, 2026 at 7:00 PM\nSunday\, July 12\, 2026 at 1:00 PM\nFriday\, July 17\, 2026 at 7:00 PM\nSaturday\, July 18\, 2026 at 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM\nSunday\, July 19\, 2026 at 1:00 PM \nCast\nJulia Lupi – Eliza Doolittle\nJeff Bodnar – Professor Henry Higgins\nGary Powell – Colonel Pickering\nBrendan Keffner – Alfred P. Doolittle\nJohn Short – Freddy Eynsford-Hill\nGina Lupi – Mrs. Pearce\nAnnette Curran – Mrs. Higgins\nVincent Barba – Professor Zoltan Karpathy\nBarbara Scalici – Mrs. Eynsford-Hill \nEnsemble:\nSamantha Acquaviva\, Andrew Baluha\, Nicholas Bellifemine\, Marleen Byrd\, Taylor Conner\, Dave Fretz\, Terree Goble\, Isabella Italiano\, Ruth Murano\, Jeffrey Newick\, Lisa Sudfield \nAbout the OCC Repertory Theater Company\nUnder the direction of Performing Arts Program Chair Paul Chalakani\, the mission of the OCC/REP is to create opportunities for college and community participation in various rich and diverse theatrical experiences. The Company seeks to engage\, entertain\, inspire\, and educate to enhance the cultural life of Ocean County College and the surrounding communities. The OCC/REP provides OCC students\, faculty\, staff\, and residents of neighboring communities the opportunity to attend and/or participate in quality performances of theatrical works – musicals and plays\, classical and modern\, traditional and experimental\, through a well-balanced theatrical season. Additionally\, the OCC/REP provides an environment for students of our performing arts program to apply what they are learning in a collaborative and encouraging format. The OCC/REP celebrates the power of the theatre to illuminate and mirror the human experience. \nThe OCC Repertory Theatre Company is funded\, in part\, by the Ocean County College Foundation.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/my-fair-lady/2026-07-19/
LOCATION:Grunin Center Theater
CATEGORIES:Grunin Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T190000
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SUMMARY:My Fair Lady
DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets \nMain Stage\n(Building 11A)\nAdult $32\, Senior $28\, Student $24\n \nAbout the Show\nLerner and Loewe’s award-winning story of a cockney flower girl transformed into an elegant lady is widely considered one of the greatest musicals of all time. \nEliza Doolittle is a young flower seller with an unmistakable Cockney accent\, which keeps her in the lower rungs of Edwardian society. When Professor Henry Higgins tries to teach her how to speak like a proper lady\, an unlikely friendship begins to flourish. \nThis classic features one of musical theatre’s greatest scores\, including: “Wouldn’t It Be Loverly?\,” “With a Little Bit of Luck\,” “The Rain in Spain\,” “I Could Have Danced All Night\,” “On the Street Where You Live\,” “Get Me to the Church on Time\,” and “I’ve Grown Accustomed to Her Face.” \nBook and Lyrics by\nALAN JAY LERNER \nMusic by\nFREDERICK LOEWE \nAdapted from George Bernard Shaw’s Play and\nGabriel Pascal’s Motion Picture “PYGMALION” \nOriginal Production Directed and Staged by Moss Hart \nLerner and Loewe’s My Fair Lady is presented through special arrangement with Music Theater International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.\nmtishows.com \nPerformances\nFriday\, July 10\, 2026 at 7:00 PM\nSaturday\, July 11\, 2026 at 7:00 PM\nSunday\, July 12\, 2026 at 1:00 PM\nFriday\, July 17\, 2026 at 7:00 PM\nSaturday\, July 18\, 2026 at 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM\nSunday\, July 19\, 2026 at 1:00 PM \nCast\nJulia Lupi – Eliza Doolittle\nJeff Bodnar – Professor Henry Higgins\nGary Powell – Colonel Pickering\nBrendan Keffner – Alfred P. Doolittle\nJohn Short – Freddy Eynsford-Hill\nGina Lupi – Mrs. Pearce\nAnnette Curran – Mrs. Higgins\nVincent Barba – Professor Zoltan Karpathy\nBarbara Scalici – Mrs. Eynsford-Hill \nEnsemble:\nSamantha Acquaviva\, Andrew Baluha\, Nicholas Bellifemine\, Marleen Byrd\, Taylor Conner\, Dave Fretz\, Terree Goble\, Isabella Italiano\, Ruth Murano\, Jeffrey Newick\, Lisa Sudfield \nAbout the OCC Repertory Theater Company\nUnder the direction of Performing Arts Program Chair Paul Chalakani\, the mission of the OCC/REP is to create opportunities for college and community participation in various rich and diverse theatrical experiences. The Company seeks to engage\, entertain\, inspire\, and educate to enhance the cultural life of Ocean County College and the surrounding communities. The OCC/REP provides OCC students\, faculty\, staff\, and residents of neighboring communities the opportunity to attend and/or participate in quality performances of theatrical works – musicals and plays\, classical and modern\, traditional and experimental\, through a well-balanced theatrical season. Additionally\, the OCC/REP provides an environment for students of our performing arts program to apply what they are learning in a collaborative and encouraging format. The OCC/REP celebrates the power of the theatre to illuminate and mirror the human experience. \nThe OCC Repertory Theatre Company is funded\, in part\, by the Ocean County College Foundation.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/my-fair-lady/2026-07-18/2/
LOCATION:Grunin Center Theater
CATEGORIES:Grunin Center
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SUMMARY:My Fair Lady
DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets \nMain Stage\n(Building 11A)\nAdult $32\, Senior $28\, Student $24\n \nAbout the Show\nLerner and Loewe’s award-winning story of a cockney flower girl transformed into an elegant lady is widely considered one of the greatest musicals of all time. \nEliza Doolittle is a young flower seller with an unmistakable Cockney accent\, which keeps her in the lower rungs of Edwardian society. When Professor Henry Higgins tries to teach her how to speak like a proper lady\, an unlikely friendship begins to flourish. \nThis classic features one of musical theatre’s greatest scores\, including: “Wouldn’t It Be Loverly?\,” “With a Little Bit of Luck\,” “The Rain in Spain\,” “I Could Have Danced All Night\,” “On the Street Where You Live\,” “Get Me to the Church on Time\,” and “I’ve Grown Accustomed to Her Face.” \nBook and Lyrics by\nALAN JAY LERNER \nMusic by\nFREDERICK LOEWE \nAdapted from George Bernard Shaw’s Play and\nGabriel Pascal’s Motion Picture “PYGMALION” \nOriginal Production Directed and Staged by Moss Hart \nLerner and Loewe’s My Fair Lady is presented through special arrangement with Music Theater International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.\nmtishows.com \nPerformances\nFriday\, July 10\, 2026 at 7:00 PM\nSaturday\, July 11\, 2026 at 7:00 PM\nSunday\, July 12\, 2026 at 1:00 PM\nFriday\, July 17\, 2026 at 7:00 PM\nSaturday\, July 18\, 2026 at 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM\nSunday\, July 19\, 2026 at 1:00 PM \nCast\nJulia Lupi – Eliza Doolittle\nJeff Bodnar – Professor Henry Higgins\nGary Powell – Colonel Pickering\nBrendan Keffner – Alfred P. Doolittle\nJohn Short – Freddy Eynsford-Hill\nGina Lupi – Mrs. Pearce\nAnnette Curran – Mrs. Higgins\nVincent Barba – Professor Zoltan Karpathy\nBarbara Scalici – Mrs. Eynsford-Hill \nEnsemble:\nSamantha Acquaviva\, Andrew Baluha\, Nicholas Bellifemine\, Marleen Byrd\, Taylor Conner\, Dave Fretz\, Terree Goble\, Isabella Italiano\, Ruth Murano\, Jeffrey Newick\, Lisa Sudfield \nAbout the OCC Repertory Theater Company\nUnder the direction of Performing Arts Program Chair Paul Chalakani\, the mission of the OCC/REP is to create opportunities for college and community participation in various rich and diverse theatrical experiences. The Company seeks to engage\, entertain\, inspire\, and educate to enhance the cultural life of Ocean County College and the surrounding communities. The OCC/REP provides OCC students\, faculty\, staff\, and residents of neighboring communities the opportunity to attend and/or participate in quality performances of theatrical works – musicals and plays\, classical and modern\, traditional and experimental\, through a well-balanced theatrical season. Additionally\, the OCC/REP provides an environment for students of our performing arts program to apply what they are learning in a collaborative and encouraging format. The OCC/REP celebrates the power of the theatre to illuminate and mirror the human experience. \nThe OCC Repertory Theatre Company is funded\, in part\, by the Ocean County College Foundation.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/my-fair-lady/2026-07-18/1/
LOCATION:Grunin Center Theater
CATEGORIES:Grunin Center
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SUMMARY:My Fair Lady
DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets \nMain Stage\n(Building 11A)\nAdult $32\, Senior $28\, Student $24\n \nAbout the Show\nLerner and Loewe’s award-winning story of a cockney flower girl transformed into an elegant lady is widely considered one of the greatest musicals of all time. \nEliza Doolittle is a young flower seller with an unmistakable Cockney accent\, which keeps her in the lower rungs of Edwardian society. When Professor Henry Higgins tries to teach her how to speak like a proper lady\, an unlikely friendship begins to flourish. \nThis classic features one of musical theatre’s greatest scores\, including: “Wouldn’t It Be Loverly?\,” “With a Little Bit of Luck\,” “The Rain in Spain\,” “I Could Have Danced All Night\,” “On the Street Where You Live\,” “Get Me to the Church on Time\,” and “I’ve Grown Accustomed to Her Face.” \nBook and Lyrics by\nALAN JAY LERNER \nMusic by\nFREDERICK LOEWE \nAdapted from George Bernard Shaw’s Play and\nGabriel Pascal’s Motion Picture “PYGMALION” \nOriginal Production Directed and Staged by Moss Hart \nLerner and Loewe’s My Fair Lady is presented through special arrangement with Music Theater International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.\nmtishows.com \nPerformances\nFriday\, July 10\, 2026 at 7:00 PM\nSaturday\, July 11\, 2026 at 7:00 PM\nSunday\, July 12\, 2026 at 1:00 PM\nFriday\, July 17\, 2026 at 7:00 PM\nSaturday\, July 18\, 2026 at 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM\nSunday\, July 19\, 2026 at 1:00 PM \nCast\nJulia Lupi – Eliza Doolittle\nJeff Bodnar – Professor Henry Higgins\nGary Powell – Colonel Pickering\nBrendan Keffner – Alfred P. Doolittle\nJohn Short – Freddy Eynsford-Hill\nGina Lupi – Mrs. Pearce\nAnnette Curran – Mrs. Higgins\nVincent Barba – Professor Zoltan Karpathy\nBarbara Scalici – Mrs. Eynsford-Hill \nEnsemble:\nSamantha Acquaviva\, Andrew Baluha\, Nicholas Bellifemine\, Marleen Byrd\, Taylor Conner\, Dave Fretz\, Terree Goble\, Isabella Italiano\, Ruth Murano\, Jeffrey Newick\, Lisa Sudfield \nAbout the OCC Repertory Theater Company\nUnder the direction of Performing Arts Program Chair Paul Chalakani\, the mission of the OCC/REP is to create opportunities for college and community participation in various rich and diverse theatrical experiences. The Company seeks to engage\, entertain\, inspire\, and educate to enhance the cultural life of Ocean County College and the surrounding communities. The OCC/REP provides OCC students\, faculty\, staff\, and residents of neighboring communities the opportunity to attend and/or participate in quality performances of theatrical works – musicals and plays\, classical and modern\, traditional and experimental\, through a well-balanced theatrical season. Additionally\, the OCC/REP provides an environment for students of our performing arts program to apply what they are learning in a collaborative and encouraging format. The OCC/REP celebrates the power of the theatre to illuminate and mirror the human experience. \nThe OCC Repertory Theatre Company is funded\, in part\, by the Ocean County College Foundation.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/my-fair-lady/2026-07-17/
LOCATION:Grunin Center Theater
CATEGORIES:Grunin Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260712T130000
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SUMMARY:My Fair Lady
DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets \nMain Stage\n(Building 11A)\nAdult $32\, Senior $28\, Student $24\n \nAbout the Show\nLerner and Loewe’s award-winning story of a cockney flower girl transformed into an elegant lady is widely considered one of the greatest musicals of all time. \nEliza Doolittle is a young flower seller with an unmistakable Cockney accent\, which keeps her in the lower rungs of Edwardian society. When Professor Henry Higgins tries to teach her how to speak like a proper lady\, an unlikely friendship begins to flourish. \nThis classic features one of musical theatre’s greatest scores\, including: “Wouldn’t It Be Loverly?\,” “With a Little Bit of Luck\,” “The Rain in Spain\,” “I Could Have Danced All Night\,” “On the Street Where You Live\,” “Get Me to the Church on Time\,” and “I’ve Grown Accustomed to Her Face.” \nBook and Lyrics by\nALAN JAY LERNER \nMusic by\nFREDERICK LOEWE \nAdapted from George Bernard Shaw’s Play and\nGabriel Pascal’s Motion Picture “PYGMALION” \nOriginal Production Directed and Staged by Moss Hart \nLerner and Loewe’s My Fair Lady is presented through special arrangement with Music Theater International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.\nmtishows.com \nPerformances\nFriday\, July 10\, 2026 at 7:00 PM\nSaturday\, July 11\, 2026 at 7:00 PM\nSunday\, July 12\, 2026 at 1:00 PM\nFriday\, July 17\, 2026 at 7:00 PM\nSaturday\, July 18\, 2026 at 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM\nSunday\, July 19\, 2026 at 1:00 PM \nCast\nJulia Lupi – Eliza Doolittle\nJeff Bodnar – Professor Henry Higgins\nGary Powell – Colonel Pickering\nBrendan Keffner – Alfred P. Doolittle\nJohn Short – Freddy Eynsford-Hill\nGina Lupi – Mrs. Pearce\nAnnette Curran – Mrs. Higgins\nVincent Barba – Professor Zoltan Karpathy\nBarbara Scalici – Mrs. Eynsford-Hill \nEnsemble:\nSamantha Acquaviva\, Andrew Baluha\, Nicholas Bellifemine\, Marleen Byrd\, Taylor Conner\, Dave Fretz\, Terree Goble\, Isabella Italiano\, Ruth Murano\, Jeffrey Newick\, Lisa Sudfield \nAbout the OCC Repertory Theater Company\nUnder the direction of Performing Arts Program Chair Paul Chalakani\, the mission of the OCC/REP is to create opportunities for college and community participation in various rich and diverse theatrical experiences. The Company seeks to engage\, entertain\, inspire\, and educate to enhance the cultural life of Ocean County College and the surrounding communities. The OCC/REP provides OCC students\, faculty\, staff\, and residents of neighboring communities the opportunity to attend and/or participate in quality performances of theatrical works – musicals and plays\, classical and modern\, traditional and experimental\, through a well-balanced theatrical season. Additionally\, the OCC/REP provides an environment for students of our performing arts program to apply what they are learning in a collaborative and encouraging format. The OCC/REP celebrates the power of the theatre to illuminate and mirror the human experience. \nThe OCC Repertory Theatre Company is funded\, in part\, by the Ocean County College Foundation.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/my-fair-lady/2026-07-12/
LOCATION:Grunin Center Theater
CATEGORIES:Grunin Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T190000
DTSTAMP:20260617T150500Z
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SUMMARY:My Fair Lady
DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets \nMain Stage\n(Building 11A)\nAdult $32\, Senior $28\, Student $24\n \nAbout the Show\nLerner and Loewe’s award-winning story of a cockney flower girl transformed into an elegant lady is widely considered one of the greatest musicals of all time. \nEliza Doolittle is a young flower seller with an unmistakable Cockney accent\, which keeps her in the lower rungs of Edwardian society. When Professor Henry Higgins tries to teach her how to speak like a proper lady\, an unlikely friendship begins to flourish. \nThis classic features one of musical theatre’s greatest scores\, including: “Wouldn’t It Be Loverly?\,” “With a Little Bit of Luck\,” “The Rain in Spain\,” “I Could Have Danced All Night\,” “On the Street Where You Live\,” “Get Me to the Church on Time\,” and “I’ve Grown Accustomed to Her Face.” \nBook and Lyrics by\nALAN JAY LERNER \nMusic by\nFREDERICK LOEWE \nAdapted from George Bernard Shaw’s Play and\nGabriel Pascal’s Motion Picture “PYGMALION” \nOriginal Production Directed and Staged by Moss Hart \nLerner and Loewe’s My Fair Lady is presented through special arrangement with Music Theater International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.\nmtishows.com \nPerformances\nFriday\, July 10\, 2026 at 7:00 PM\nSaturday\, July 11\, 2026 at 7:00 PM\nSunday\, July 12\, 2026 at 1:00 PM\nFriday\, July 17\, 2026 at 7:00 PM\nSaturday\, July 18\, 2026 at 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM\nSunday\, July 19\, 2026 at 1:00 PM \nCast\nJulia Lupi – Eliza Doolittle\nJeff Bodnar – Professor Henry Higgins\nGary Powell – Colonel Pickering\nBrendan Keffner – Alfred P. Doolittle\nJohn Short – Freddy Eynsford-Hill\nGina Lupi – Mrs. Pearce\nAnnette Curran – Mrs. Higgins\nVincent Barba – Professor Zoltan Karpathy\nBarbara Scalici – Mrs. Eynsford-Hill \nEnsemble:\nSamantha Acquaviva\, Andrew Baluha\, Nicholas Bellifemine\, Marleen Byrd\, Taylor Conner\, Dave Fretz\, Terree Goble\, Isabella Italiano\, Ruth Murano\, Jeffrey Newick\, Lisa Sudfield \nAbout the OCC Repertory Theater Company\nUnder the direction of Performing Arts Program Chair Paul Chalakani\, the mission of the OCC/REP is to create opportunities for college and community participation in various rich and diverse theatrical experiences. The Company seeks to engage\, entertain\, inspire\, and educate to enhance the cultural life of Ocean County College and the surrounding communities. The OCC/REP provides OCC students\, faculty\, staff\, and residents of neighboring communities the opportunity to attend and/or participate in quality performances of theatrical works – musicals and plays\, classical and modern\, traditional and experimental\, through a well-balanced theatrical season. Additionally\, the OCC/REP provides an environment for students of our performing arts program to apply what they are learning in a collaborative and encouraging format. The OCC/REP celebrates the power of the theatre to illuminate and mirror the human experience. \nThe OCC Repertory Theatre Company is funded\, in part\, by the Ocean County College Foundation.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/my-fair-lady/2026-07-11/
LOCATION:Grunin Center Theater
CATEGORIES:Grunin Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T190000
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SUMMARY:My Fair Lady
DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets \nMain Stage\n(Building 11A)\nAdult $32\, Senior $28\, Student $24\n \nAbout the Show\nLerner and Loewe’s award-winning story of a cockney flower girl transformed into an elegant lady is widely considered one of the greatest musicals of all time. \nEliza Doolittle is a young flower seller with an unmistakable Cockney accent\, which keeps her in the lower rungs of Edwardian society. When Professor Henry Higgins tries to teach her how to speak like a proper lady\, an unlikely friendship begins to flourish. \nThis classic features one of musical theatre’s greatest scores\, including: “Wouldn’t It Be Loverly?\,” “With a Little Bit of Luck\,” “The Rain in Spain\,” “I Could Have Danced All Night\,” “On the Street Where You Live\,” “Get Me to the Church on Time\,” and “I’ve Grown Accustomed to Her Face.” \nBook and Lyrics by\nALAN JAY LERNER \nMusic by\nFREDERICK LOEWE \nAdapted from George Bernard Shaw’s Play and\nGabriel Pascal’s Motion Picture “PYGMALION” \nOriginal Production Directed and Staged by Moss Hart \nLerner and Loewe’s My Fair Lady is presented through special arrangement with Music Theater International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.\nmtishows.com \nPerformances\nFriday\, July 10\, 2026 at 7:00 PM\nSaturday\, July 11\, 2026 at 7:00 PM\nSunday\, July 12\, 2026 at 1:00 PM\nFriday\, July 17\, 2026 at 7:00 PM\nSaturday\, July 18\, 2026 at 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM\nSunday\, July 19\, 2026 at 1:00 PM \nCast\nJulia Lupi – Eliza Doolittle\nJeff Bodnar – Professor Henry Higgins\nGary Powell – Colonel Pickering\nBrendan Keffner – Alfred P. Doolittle\nJohn Short – Freddy Eynsford-Hill\nGina Lupi – Mrs. Pearce\nAnnette Curran – Mrs. Higgins\nVincent Barba – Professor Zoltan Karpathy\nBarbara Scalici – Mrs. Eynsford-Hill \nEnsemble:\nSamantha Acquaviva\, Andrew Baluha\, Nicholas Bellifemine\, Marleen Byrd\, Taylor Conner\, Dave Fretz\, Terree Goble\, Isabella Italiano\, Ruth Murano\, Jeffrey Newick\, Lisa Sudfield \nAbout the OCC Repertory Theater Company\nUnder the direction of Performing Arts Program Chair Paul Chalakani\, the mission of the OCC/REP is to create opportunities for college and community participation in various rich and diverse theatrical experiences. The Company seeks to engage\, entertain\, inspire\, and educate to enhance the cultural life of Ocean County College and the surrounding communities. The OCC/REP provides OCC students\, faculty\, staff\, and residents of neighboring communities the opportunity to attend and/or participate in quality performances of theatrical works – musicals and plays\, classical and modern\, traditional and experimental\, through a well-balanced theatrical season. Additionally\, the OCC/REP provides an environment for students of our performing arts program to apply what they are learning in a collaborative and encouraging format. The OCC/REP celebrates the power of the theatre to illuminate and mirror the human experience. \nThe OCC Repertory Theatre Company is funded\, in part\, by the Ocean County College Foundation.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/my-fair-lady/2026-07-10/
LOCATION:Grunin Center Theater
CATEGORIES:Grunin Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T120000
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SUMMARY:Grunin Center Fall 2026 Events On Sale
DESCRIPTION:Head over to the NEW grunincenter.org and see all the great shows we have coming up this Fall! \nTickets go on sale as follows: \nOcean Members can begin purchasing their Fall 2026 tickets at noon on Thursday\, July 2\, 2026. \nBay Members can begin purchasing their Fall 2026 tickets at noon on Monday\, July 6\, 2026. \nRiver Members can begin purchasing their Fall 2026 tickets at noon on Wednesday\, July 8\, 2026. \nAll patrons can purchase their Fall 2026 tickets starting on Thursday\, July 9\, 2026\, at noon. \n  \nTickets can be purchased online 24/7\, or in person/over the phone at our Box Office. Box Office hours are Tuesday – Friday\, noon – 5pm. 732-255-0500. The Box Office is located in the lobby of building 11A.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/grunin-center-fall-2026-events-on-sale/
LOCATION:Grunin Center Theater
CATEGORIES:Grunin Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T200000
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SUMMARY:Eaglemania
DESCRIPTION:  \nGet Tickets \n\nMain Stage\n(Building 11A)\nOrchestra $49\, Mezzanine $45\n \n \nAbout the Event\nEagleMania: The World’s Greatest Eagles Tribute. \nEagleMania has been dazzling audiences for over a decade by spectacularly reproducing the music of The Eagles. EagleMania thrills internationally sold-out audiences with their stunning five part harmony\, virtuoso guitar work and uncanny ability to emulate the distinct sound of The Eagles. The EagleMania show consists of the Eagles’ greatest hits\, as well as select Don Henley\, Glenn Frey\, and Joe Walsh solo efforts. \nIf you like The Eagles you simply must experience the world’s greatest Eagles Tribute\, EagleMania!
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/eaglemania/
LOCATION:Grunin Center Theater
CATEGORIES:Grunin Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T150000
DTSTAMP:20260507T174546Z
CREATED:20260428T123852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T174546Z
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SUMMARY:Sentimental Journey Big Band
DESCRIPTION:  \nGet Tickets \nMain Stage\n(Building 11A)\nAdult $28\, Senior $24\n \n \nAbout the Show\nIt Might As Well Be Swing\nAn Inspired Journey Through the Classics of Swing and the melodic gems of other styles that have been transformed by Jazz. \nJoin us for “It Might As Well Be Swing.” You can count on Sentimental Journey Big Band to bring you the best of the Swing Era\, while vocalist Altha Morton sings the jazzed up versions of country\, pop\, and R&B hits. What makes this year’s program unique is a vibrant celebration of the enduring dialogue between classical music and jazz. From Bizet to Verdi\, and Paganini to Rimsky- Korsakov\, composers have long inspired jazz artists with their timeless themes and harmonic structures. This performance explores how classical compositions are transformed through jazz arrangements—whether in the smooth sophistication of a big band\, the daring freedom of improvisation\, or the rhythmic vitality of swing. Artists like Glenn Miller\, Les Brown\, the Dorsey brothers\, and Benny Goodman took these compositions to the top of the charts! \nWhether you’re a lover of pop\, classical\, or swing\, this program promises a foot-tapping\, soul-stirring ride through music that refuses to stay in one lane.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/sentimental-journey-big-band/
LOCATION:Grunin Center Theater
CATEGORIES:Grunin Center
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ORGANIZER;CN="Grunin Center for the Arts":MAILTO:grunincenter@ocean.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T190000
DTSTAMP:20260507T174636Z
CREATED:20260428T123850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T174636Z
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SUMMARY:Raul Midón
DESCRIPTION:  \nGet Tickets \nGia Maione Prima Foundation Studio Theatre\n(Building 12)\nTickets $35\n \n \nAbout the Event\nBlind Singer-Songwriter Guitarist Raul Midón is nothing if not prolific. His 14th and latest album\, Lost & Found is a blend of what he calls “smooth folk\,” “alt-pop” and “jazz.” A master at combining genres\, “his music suggests a three way fusion of Stevie Wonder\, Bobby McFerrin and José Feliciano\,” New York Times. Midón recently debuted the album’s first single\, the uplifting bluesy pop song Keep On Keeping On on The Jennifer Hudson Show (December 2023). \nJoining him on this body of work are his friends\, industry veterans\, Andres Forero (Hamilton\, Phish\, U2) Drums & Percussion\, Richard Hammond (Hamilton) bass\, Federico Pena (Black Lives) keyboards & piano. The anthemic Next Time\, a “galloping rock waltz” is a co-write with New York fixture Mike Errico\, who plays on it as well. String arrangements were provided by Andrew Sherman. \nLost & Found\, the album’s moniker which Midón calls “smooth folk” or folk with harmonic surprises is a celebration of redemption. The lyrics were inspired by his listening to Bob Dylan’s reading of his poem\, Last Thoughts On Woody Guthrie. \nWhen We Remember is a country-tinged song that includes a stint of Raul playing banjo. He might have reached out to Bela Fleck but he’s held his own here and he does it from the comfort of his basement studio. To do this Midón has had to learn the art of engineering. The technology for the blind is not consistent and it’s a constant struggle\, one he continues to confront on a daily basis. He’s been assisted here by New York recording engineer\, Michael O’Reilly\, whom he met while making his major label debut State of Mind under the careful eye of legendary producer\, Arif Mardin. Raul has worked with “Mike” extensively on many albums since those early days including the Grammy Nominated Bad Ass and Blind. \nA Condition of Love co-written with Ethiopian R&B artist Wayna is a smoldering philosophical love song. The Ganga Song is a bouncy ska-ish take on the latest cannabis craze. \nThis compilation of ten original songs was released in April 2024. Physical copies\, both cd and vinyl\, are available worldwide at indie stores\, Amazon.com\, and FNAC in Europe. \nThis marks Midón’s 2nd album released on his own imprint ReKondite ReKords (ReKo ReKo). \nEclectic Adventurist was his first\, released in November 2022. During the lockdown Raul fulfilled a long-time dream of recording a guitar duets album with some of his favorite guitarists including Lionel Loueke\, Romero Lubambo & Mike Stern. From popular Letterman bass guitarist Will Lee\, “Eclectic Adventurist is a great surprise at every turn- a beautifully performed\, meticulously-recorded collection of gorgeous interplayfulness.” Eclectic Adventurist is now available in vinyl and cd wherever music is sold in the U.S. & physical copies will be released in Europe in 2025 via L’Autre Distribution. \nHe has worked with countless legends in the industry including Bill Withers\, Herbie Hancock\, & Sting. In 2022 he paid tribute to Joni Mitchell with the National Symphony Orchestra arranged and conducted by Vince Mendoza at The Kennedy Center alongside Lalah Hathaway\, Jimmie Herrod & Renee Fleming (PBS Next at the Kennedy Center). He received two Grammy nominations back-to-back in 2017 and 2018 for his albums Bad Ass and Blind and If You Really Want in the Best Jazz Vocal Category. In 2019 he was awarded the Distinguished Alumni Award from his alma mater\, University of Miami. In 2021 he was given the Disability Rights Ambassador of the Year award\, presented to him by his colleague Jason Mraz. \n \nThis event is funded\, in part\, by the Ocean County College Foundation.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/raul-midon/
LOCATION:Gia Maione Prima Foundation Studio Theatre
CATEGORIES:Grunin Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T193000
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SUMMARY:Three American Troubadours Tribute
DESCRIPTION:  \nGet Tickets \nMain Stage\n(Building 11A)\nOrchestra $42\, Mezzanine $36\n \n \nAbout the Event\n“How Sweet It Is”\, “Country Road”\, “Shower The People”\, “Anticipation”\, “You’re So Vain”\, “Mockingbird”\, “I Feel the Earth Move”\, “It’s Too Late”\, and “You’ve Got A Friend”. \nThese are just a few of the fantastic songs you’ll hear when you see the tribute “Three American Troubadours” in concert.   This memorable tribute production celebrates the lives and careers of 6-time Grammy winner James Taylor\, Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Carly Simon with 13 top 40 hits\, and Carole King who wrote or co-wrote 118 Billboard Hot 100 pop hits– 3 iconic American singer/songwriters whose personal lives and careers have intertwined throughout the years\, and whose memorable hit songs continue to offer ageless inspiration.  Audiences will fall in love with the show’s 3 powerhouse vocalists as they artfully deliver the classic hits\, with unique arrangements of fan favorites\, engaging storytelling and multimedia projections to enhance the entire concert experience. \nProduced by Oscar and Golden Globe winner Franke Previte\, co-writer of “(I’ve Had)The Time of My Life” and “Hungry Eyes” from the movie ‘’Dirty Dancing’’ and managed by Lee Shapiro\, former music director of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons\, ‘’Three American Troubadours’’ features: Lisa Sherman\, a Broadway veteran who has shared the stage with Broadway Royalty;  renowned vocalist and actress Alice Leon; and the gifted singer and guitarist James Gedeon\, whose interpretation of James Taylor is genuinely remarkable. The band members have performed with such notable acts as The E Street Band\, Loggins & Messina\, Bon Jovi\, South Side Johnny\, America\, Billy Joel\, and many more.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/three-american-troubadours-tribute/
LOCATION:Grunin Center Theater
CATEGORIES:Grunin Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T160000
DTSTAMP:20260507T174125Z
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SUMMARY:Mutts Gone Nuts
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nGet Tickets \nMain Stage\n(Building 11A)\nAdults $22\, Children $18 \n \nExpect the unexpected\, as canines and comedy collide in a smash hit performance\, that’s leaving audiences everywhere howling for more. From shelters to showbiz\, these amazing mutts unleash havoc and hilarity in a breathtaking\, action-packed\, comedy dog spectacular\, featuring some of the world’s most talented 4 legged performers. Deemed ‘A Must See’ by the Washington Post\, the dogs are sure to steal your heart\, and then your socks! \nThe 4:00 PM Performance will be a Relaxed Performance. Relaxed performances are designed to create a welcoming environment for all visitors\, including individuals with neurodiversity and sensory needs. These dedicated performances will feature all the joy of a typical theater setting\, with a few adjustments to help attendees feel more comfortable. This can include adjustments to lighting and sound\, an environment that allows for movement and breaks when needed\, and an inclusive staff that welcomes guests from the moment they arrive. Families who do not require these accommodations are still welcome to attend. \nAbout the Dogs\nMutts Gone Nuts Mission & Assurances: Our show’s dogs were adopted from animal shelters or from rescue groups. We use all positive\, reward-based training methods\, which means: We reward and reinforce the behaviors that we want (with treats\, toys\, praise) and we ignore the behaviors we don’t want. We look for what our dogs like to do naturally\, and cultivate those talents. \nLiving Conditions for our dogs: Our dogs travel in large\, padded\, climate controlled kennels for their safety when on tour. They have 2 acres of fenced area to run when at home. All of our dogs live indoors and are never kept outside in kennels\, and are USDA APHIS (Animal Welfare) registered. \nPlease note that it is the Grunin Center Policy for all Family Shows that all attendees\, regardless of age\, require a ticket. \n \nThis performance is sponsored by RWJBarnabas Health Community Medical Center.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/mutts-gone-nuts/2026-04-25/2/
LOCATION:Grunin Center Theater
CATEGORIES:Grunin Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T130000
DTSTAMP:20260507T174125Z
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SUMMARY:Mutts Gone Nuts
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nGet Tickets \nMain Stage\n(Building 11A)\nAdults $22\, Children $18 \n \nExpect the unexpected\, as canines and comedy collide in a smash hit performance\, that’s leaving audiences everywhere howling for more. From shelters to showbiz\, these amazing mutts unleash havoc and hilarity in a breathtaking\, action-packed\, comedy dog spectacular\, featuring some of the world’s most talented 4 legged performers. Deemed ‘A Must See’ by the Washington Post\, the dogs are sure to steal your heart\, and then your socks! \nThe 4:00 PM Performance will be a Relaxed Performance. Relaxed performances are designed to create a welcoming environment for all visitors\, including individuals with neurodiversity and sensory needs. These dedicated performances will feature all the joy of a typical theater setting\, with a few adjustments to help attendees feel more comfortable. This can include adjustments to lighting and sound\, an environment that allows for movement and breaks when needed\, and an inclusive staff that welcomes guests from the moment they arrive. Families who do not require these accommodations are still welcome to attend. \nAbout the Dogs\nMutts Gone Nuts Mission & Assurances: Our show’s dogs were adopted from animal shelters or from rescue groups. We use all positive\, reward-based training methods\, which means: We reward and reinforce the behaviors that we want (with treats\, toys\, praise) and we ignore the behaviors we don’t want. We look for what our dogs like to do naturally\, and cultivate those talents. \nLiving Conditions for our dogs: Our dogs travel in large\, padded\, climate controlled kennels for their safety when on tour. They have 2 acres of fenced area to run when at home. All of our dogs live indoors and are never kept outside in kennels\, and are USDA APHIS (Animal Welfare) registered. \nPlease note that it is the Grunin Center Policy for all Family Shows that all attendees\, regardless of age\, require a ticket. \n \nThis performance is sponsored by RWJBarnabas Health Community Medical Center.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/mutts-gone-nuts/2026-04-25/1/
LOCATION:Grunin Center Theater
CATEGORIES:Grunin Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T180000
DTSTAMP:20260325T205051Z
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SUMMARY:Pen\, Power\, and Prophecy: A Symposium on the Literary Legacy of Margaret Atwood
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate Margaret Atwood’s visit to Ocean County College\, join a gathering of New Jersey scholars and students to explore the intersection of her fiction and our reality. \nPanels include insights and reflections on the biological\, environmental\, and societal outcomes that Atwood examines in her award-winning works.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/pen-power-and-prophecy-a-symposium-on-the-literary-legacy-of-margaret-atwood/
LOCATION:Grunin Center Theater
CATEGORIES:Grunin Center
ORGANIZER;CN="foundation@ocean.edu":MAILTO:foundation@ocean.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T192432Z
CREATED:20260320T134509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T192432Z
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SUMMARY:The Brit Pack – British Invasion and More
DESCRIPTION:  \nGet Tickets \nMain Stage\n(Building 11A)\nOrchestra $38\, Mezzanine $32\nFree for OCC students \n \n  \nThe Brit Pack – the most authentic British Invasion experience this side of the Atlantic. Formed in 2011 by British session musicians based in NYC\, The Brit Pack takes its audience on a journey through a dynamic blend of British classics\, including The Beatles\, The Rolling Stones\, Queen\, David Bowie\, Elton John\, The Who\, Oasis\, Radiohead\,  The Police\, Amy Winehouse\, and many more. \nThe talented band members of The Brit Pack have performed with artists such as Paul McCartney\, Britney Spears\, Elton John\, Chet  Faker\, Tom Rush\, and Mark Hudson\, among many others\, and enjoy delivering a high-energy show to their audiences. \nVocals\, Guitar\, Keys / Matt Nakoa (US)\nGuitar\, Vocals / Mark Sidney Johnson (UK)\nBass\, Vocals / Bryan Percivall (US)\nDrums\, Vocals / Will Haywood Smith (UK)
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/the-brit-pack-british-invasion-and-more/
LOCATION:Grunin Center Theater
CATEGORIES:Grunin Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T150000
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SUMMARY:Krakauer & Tagg’s Good Vibes Explosion
DESCRIPTION:  \nGet Tickets \n  \nMain Stage\n(Building 11A)\nTickets $39\nFree for OCC students \n \nKrakauer & Tagg’s Good Vibes Explosion is a touring project that was born in the midst of the pandemic lockdowns of 2020. Conceived and created by Grammy-nominated “ebullient clarinet wizard” (Time Out NY) David Krakauer and multi-instrumentalist/producer Kathleen Tagg\, this project showcases a multi-generational/high-octane group of collaborators from very different backgrounds\, hailing from the USA\, Canada\, Iran and South Africa. \nTogether they embrace the diversity of today’s America through their unique take on a multitude of traditional roots musics\, bringing their enormous musical and cultural diversity to the project and collaborating to create powerful original material. Old forms are celebrated both by bringing them into a 21st century sound-world and expanding the context to make room for new stories. \nFeatured on shows such as NPR’s Morning Edition and Radio France International (RFI) Sessions Live\, this project was created in response to the current climate of polarization that pervades our daily lives. In these uncertain times\, it’s a chance to come together to celebrate our common humanity and foster joy\, positivity and togetherness. \nTheir album\, Mazel Tov Cocktail Party\, has received rave reviews across North America and Europe: \nFrance’s Le Monde says: “a breath of fresh air\, an incentive to dance…In the face of the overwhelming negativity and alarming rise of hatred and intolerance in today’s world\, let’s breathe and dance together…More than a suggestion\, an injunction” \nRoots World says: “An informal cocktail party typically lasts a few hours\, and this one ends all too soon. 5 stars” \nThey have performed at venues that include Paris’ famed 2000-seater Théâtre du Châtelet and Vienna’s Porgy & Bess Club\, and in venues large and small in France\, Holland\, Austria and the USA. \nKrakauer’s klezmer-influenced clarinet leads the way along with Tagg’s quirky keys\, electronics\, electric cello & production; Martin Shamoonpour’s high-energy contributions on daf\, riq\, darbuka\, jaw harp and flutes; Jerome Harris’ driving bass lines and vocals; rapper and singer Sarah MK’s evocative vocals in Québécois French and English; and Yoshie Fruchter’s wailing oud and electric guitar. In addition\, electronic beats by Jeremy Flower\, Socalled and Selwa Abd (aka Bergsonist) round out the sound for layering with the live performance.The project was initially created in isolation\, individually and remotely in living rooms and basements in New York\, upstate NY and Canada- with band members meeting in person for the first time a year after the project was recorded and the music videos were made. \nTheir influences are global\, but the sound they create collectively has produced something uniquely their own. Familiar dance forms such as Polka or Square Dance never sounded this way before\, with hand drumming\, propulsive electronic beats\, lyrics calling for catharsis and positivity\, deep grooves and Krakauer’s wailing clarinet crying out for us to join together\, celebrate and feel the power in our aliveness. \nDavid Krakauer\, clarinet and vocals\nKathleen Tagg\, producer\, piano\, keyboard\, accordion\, cello and sampler/electronics (Bella’s Calypso)\nSarah MK\, rap vox and vocals\nYoshie Fruchter\, electric guitar and oud\nJerome Harris\, electric bass and vocals\nMartin Shamoonpour\, daf and jaw’s harp
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/krakauer-taggs-good-vibes-explosion/
LOCATION:Grunin Center Theater
CATEGORIES:Grunin Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T190000
DTSTAMP:20260507T174030Z
CREATED:20260320T134426Z
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SUMMARY:Nella
DESCRIPTION:  \nGet Tickets \n  \nMain Stage\n(Building 11A)\nOrchestra $34\, Mezzanine $32\nFree for OCC Students \n \nIMMERSING LISTENERS IN A UNIQUE UNIVERSE\, NELLA DELIVERS A MODERN TAKE ON SOULFUL SONGS. \nBorn in Venezuela\, Nella rapidly rose to international fame thanks to her powerful voice and undeniable presence. In a short period of time\, she went from graduating from Berklee College of Music to winning the 2019 Latin GRAMMY® Award for Best New Artist. That same year\, her full-length debut\, Voy (I Go)\, produced by the award-winning Javier Limón for Casa Limón Records\, garnered praise from NPR and featured the hit “Me Llaman Nella” (They Call Me Nella). The title track was named the 14th best song of 2019 by The New York Times\, spanning all genres. \nMerging Venezuela’s folkloric roots\, modern production elements \, and inspiration from Andalusia\, Nella’s music echoes globally. She has sold out venues across the United States\, Venezuela\, Mexico\, Spain\, and the UK\, and has performed with renowned artists such as Alejandro Sanz\, Luis Enrique\, and Susana Baca. She has also collaborated with Jennifer López\, Juan Luis Guerra\, Carlos Vives\, Monsieur Periné\, and Los Amigos Invisibles. \nAcademy® Award winner Asghar Farhadi invited Nella to join the A-list cast of his film Everybody Knows\, alongside Academy® Award winners Javier Bardem\, Ricardo Darín\, and Penélope Cruz. Showcasing her talents\, she performed songs written by Javier Limón exclusively for the screenplay. The film premiered at the Cannes Film Festival to enthusiastic applause. \nNella’s voice has captivated notable musicians\, including Maestro Gustavo Dudamel\, conductor of the Los Angeles Philharmonic\, who invited her to perform a song composed by him for a documentary on the artist Cruz Diez. \nIn early 2020\, Nella signed with Sony Music Records and released her second album\, Doce Margaritas\, in 2021. She also participated in the HBO album and special Piano y Mujer with Irish-American pianist Arthur Hanlon\, collaborating with great artists such as Kany García\, Natalia Jiménez\, Evaluna Montaner\, and Goyo. \nEn Otra Vida is Nella’s third album\, immersing listeners in a unique universe of talent with a distinct and delightful creative concept. Staying true to her original sound\, Nella pays homage to the great women composers of Latin American music\, offering new versions of classic songs and collaborating with artists\, song-writers\, who come together to celebrate Spanish-language composers. \nUN ENCUENTRO VANGUARDISTA QUE JUNTO A LOS SONIDOS DE SU TIEMPO TRAEN COMO RESULTADO CANCIONES CANTADAS CON EL ALMA \nNacida en Venezuela\, Nella se catapultó al reconocimiento internacional impulsada por su poderosa voz e indiscutible presencia. En poco tiempo\, pasó de graduarse del Berklee College of Music a ganar el Latin GRAMMY® 2019 como Mejor Nuevo Artista. Ese mismo año\, su debut de larga duración\, Voy\, producido por multipremiado compositor\, productor y guitarrista Javier Limón para Casa Limón Music y distribuido mundialmente a través de The Orchard\, recibió reconocimiento de NPR y produjo el éxito “Me Llaman Nella”. \nAdemás\, la canción que da título al disco se colocó en el puesto #14 de las 54 mejores canciones del 2019 según The New York Times. \nFusionando las raíces folclóricas de Venezuela\, una producción moderna e inspiración andaluza; su sonido resuena en cada esquina del mundo. No solo ha abarrotado escenarios en los Estados Unidos\, Venezuela\, México\, España y el Reino Unido; también ha colaborado con Alejandro Sanz\, Juan Luis Guerra\, Jennifer López\, Carlos Vives\, Luis Enrique\, Susana Baca\, Los Amigos Invisibles y Monsieur Periné. \nEn particular\, el ganador del Óscar®\, Asghar Farhadi\, la reclutó para unirse a su distinguido elenco para su filmTodos lo saben al lado de Ricardo Darín y los también ganadores del Óscar®\, Javier Bardem y Penélope Cruz. Iluminando sus talentos\, Nella interpretó canciones escritas por Javier Limon especialmente para el guión  . Se estrenó en el Festival de Cannes ante una ovación unánime. \nLa voz de Nella ha cautivado a grandes músicos como el Maestro Gustavo Dudamel\, el conductor de La Orquesta Filarmónica de Los Ángeles\, quien la invitó a interpretar un tema compuesto por él para el documental del artista Cruz Diez. \nEn Mayo del 2021\, lanzó su primer álbum con Sony Music Latin\, Doce Margaritas. Tambien participó en el álbum y especial de HBO Piano y Mujer junto al pianista irlandés estadounidense Arthur Hanlon\, proyecto en el que colaboró con grandes artistas como: Kany García\, Natalia Jiménez\, Evaluna Montaner y Goyo. \n-En otra vida- supone el tercer álbum para la artista venezolana Nella\, un trabajo que nos sumerge en un universo de talento muy particular y con un característico y delicioso concepto creativo. Fiel a su sonido original (aún si cabe ahora reforzado)\, Nella hace un homenaje a las grandes autoras de la música latinoamericana\, versiones de grandes temas donde se rodea de artistas\, mujeres que componen y se unen en esta celebración de las compositoras en español. \n  \nThis event is funded\, in part\, by the Ocean County College Foundation and the Latino Institute.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/nella/
LOCATION:Grunin Center Theater
CATEGORIES:Grunin Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T190000
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SUMMARY:Brass Queens
DESCRIPTION:  \nGet Tickets \n  \nMain Stage\n(Building 11A)\nTickets $24\nFree for OCC Students \n \nBrass Queens is a female-led\, New York-based brass band that has been dominating the brass band scene since 2019. \nFinding that they shared similar frustrations about the emerging brass band scene in New York City\, co-founders Alex Harris and Ally Chapel came together to form a group dedicated to showcasing the talents of female musicians in a landscape that was dominated by male musicians and bandleaders. After debuting in March 2019\, Brass Queens grew to be a fixture in the local music scene and was dubbed “the hardest working band in town” by their peers. The Queens gained a dedicated following through outdoor performances on the streets of Brooklyn and playing pop-up events in their community through the pandemic. \nA core value of the band is to play for as many audiences as possible to increase the visibility of female musicians in brass bands. Brass Queens tour regularly across the country and internationally. Recent highlights include a New Year’s Eve performance in Telluride\, multiple nights at Favela Chic in New Orleans\, and a sold out show at Cliff Bell’s in Detroit. They also make appearances on festival stages including the Ottawa Jazz Festival\, Northlands Music Festival\, MusikFest\, Duck Jazz Festival\, and multiple appearances at the Exit Zero Jazz Festival. Brass Queens has played major events like The Met Gala and David Byrne’s “Amazing Humans Doing Amazing Things!” Variety Show\, and for notable clients including New Balance\, Chanel\, Saks Fifth Avenue\, Tiffany & Co.\, Bombas\, Perrier\, Facebook\, Instagram\, and Pinterest. They have also performed on national television on Good Morning America\, and had multiple shows at iconic New York venues like The Capitol Theater\, Blue Note Jazz Club\, and Brooklyn Bowl. They are also the 2023 winners of We Love NYC’s Rider’s Choice Award\, after the people of New York voted the Queens as their favorite of the MTA’s Music Under New York’s roster of subway performers. \nThe band has developed a signature style that sits right at the intersection of the Big Apple and the Big Easy. Their sound is deeply inspired by and pays homage to the New Orleans brass band tradition while injecting the upbeat\, multifaceted energy of their New York home into each performance. The result is a nonstop party: a Brass Queens show will have you singing along to classic pop hits\, dancing your heart out to reggaeton\, and feeling like you’ve been transported to Frenchman Street. In February 2021\, Brass Queens released their debut EP Royal Street\, which takes listeners on a six-song journey beginning in the heart of New York City with a cover of Cameo’s Candy\, down to Royal St. with their take on a New Orleans traditional\, Little Liza Jane. In November 2023\, the band released their first full-length album titled Black & Gold\, which is an ode to the Brass Queen’s incredible early fanbase who supported the band from the virtual performances and socially-distanced street corners during the COVID-19 pandemic\, to the crowded clubs and packed venues of today. Less than a year later\, Brass Queens released their second full-length album and their first album of all-original music titled Hot Tub Sessions Vol. I.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/brass-queens/
LOCATION:Grunin Center Theater
CATEGORIES:Grunin Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260322T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260322T150000
DTSTAMP:20260507T174112Z
CREATED:20260320T134423Z
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SUMMARY:Adam Moezinia Trio
DESCRIPTION:  \nGet Tickets \n  \nGia Maione Prima Foundation Studio Theatre\n(Building 12)\nAdult $28\, Senior $24\nFree for OCC Students \n \nAdam Moezinia will be leading his Standards Trio\, presenting fresh arrangements of classic American Songbook compositions by such composers as George Gershwin\, Cole Porter\, and Richard Rodgers. \nA native of Los Angeles\, guitarist Adam Moezinia moved to New York City in 2010 to study at The Juilliard School where he received his graduate degree in Jazz Studies. He is a straight-ahead jazz guitarist rooted in the traditions of swing\, blues and the great American Songbook.  He has played with such jazz artists as vocalists Freddie Cole and Cecile McLorin Salvant\, trumpeter Wynton Marsalis\, and multireedists Will and Pete Anderson\, and has  performed at venues such as the Blue Note\, Birdland\, and Jazz at Lincoln Center. \nMoezinia has been influenced on guitar by jazz giants like Barney Kessel\, Herb Ellis\, Joe Pass\, and Jim Hall. In an interview with Jazz Guitar Today\, Moezinia talked about Hall. “Jim to me\,” he said\, “is the father of modern jazz guitar in that he opened the door musically for people like Pat Metheny and Kurt Rosenwinkel.  So\, I think this (his 1975 Jim Hall Live! album) is a must for any aspiring jazz guitarists as well as any jazz guitar enthusiasts.” \nJazz on a Sunday Afternoon is made possible through funding from the Wintrode Family Foundation\, the Ocean County College Foundation\, and support from the New Jersey Jazz Society.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/adam-moezinia-trio/
LOCATION:Gia Maione Prima Foundation Studio Theatre
CATEGORIES:Grunin Center
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SUMMARY:Dancing at Lughnasa
DESCRIPTION:  \nGet Tickets \n\nBlack Box Theater\n(Building 11B)\nAdults $24\, Seniors $22\nFree for OCC Students\nGeneral Admission Seating \n \nAbout the Show\nThis extraordinary play is the story of five unmarried sisters eking out their lives in a small village in Ireland in 1936. We meet them at the time of the festival of Lughnasa\, which celebrates the pagan god of the harvest with drunken revelry and dancing. Their spare existence is interrupted by brief\, colorful bursts of music from the radio\, their only link to the romance and hope of the world at large. The action of the play is told through the memory of the illegitimate son of one of the sisters as he remembers the five women who raised him: his mother and four maiden aunts. He is only seven in 1936\, the year his elderly uncle\, a priest\, returns after serving for twenty-five years as a missionary in a Ugandan leper colony. For the young boy\, two other disturbances occur that summer. The sisters acquire their first radio\, whose music transforms them from correct Catholic women to shrieking\, stomping banshees in their own kitchen. And he meets his father for the first time\, a charming Welsh drifter who strolls up the lane and sweeps his mother away in an elegant dance across the fields. From these small events spring the cracks that destroy the foundation of the family forever. Widely regarded as Brian Friel’s masterpiece\, this haunting play is Friel’s tribute to the spirit and valor of the past. \nPerformances\nFriday\, March 13 • 7:30pm (This performance will be interpreted in ASL by students from the Interpreter Training Program.)\nSaturday\, March 14 • 2:00pm\nSaturday\, March 14 • 7:30pm\nSunday\, March 15 • 2:00pm \nFriday\, March 20 • 7:30pm\nSaturday\, March 21 • 2:00pm\nSaturday\, March 21 • 7:30pm\nSunday\, March 22 • 2:00pm \nAbout the OCC Repertory Theater Company\nUnder the direction of Performing Arts Program Chair Paul Chalakani\, the mission of the OCC/REP is to create opportunities for college and community participation in various rich and diverse theatrical experiences. The Company seeks to engage\, entertain\, inspire\, and educate to enhance the cultural life of Ocean County College and the surrounding communities. The OCC/REP provides OCC students\, faculty\, staff\, and residents of neighboring communities the opportunity to attend and/or participate in quality performances of theatrical works – musicals and plays\, classical and modern\, traditional and experimental\, through a well-balanced theatrical season. Additionally\, the OCC/REP provides an environment for students of our performing arts program to apply what they are learning in a collaborative and encouraging format. The OCC/REP celebrates the power of the theatre to illuminate and mirror the human experience. \nThe OCC Repertory Theatre Company is funded\, in part\, by the Ocean County College Foundation.
URL:https://www.ocean.edu/event/dancing-at-lughnasa/2026-03-22/
LOCATION:Cultural Community Center – Black Box Theater
CATEGORIES:Grunin Center
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