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Date Night: Dinner and a Show for $100 per couple
Stage Left and Catherine Lombardi are partnering with the State Theatre to offer dinner and show packages for the following performances. To purchase, please call 732-828-4444 x201.
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MacHomer, October 27 - 30 at 8pm
Imagine Shakespeare's Macbeth performed in 75 minutes-by a single actor. Oh, and did we mention that all of the play's characters are portrayed in the voices of over 50 characters from TV's The Simpsons?
MOMIX: Passion, October 30 at 8 pm
The astonishing dancer-illusionists of MOMIX are back with Passion, a brilliant breakthrough in multimedia dance theater set to the music of Peter Gabriel.
Shanghai Symphony Orchestra, November 12 at 8pm
East meets West as China's oldest Western-style orchestra offers Iris devoilée (Iris Unveiled), a dreamy reflection on the "eternal feminine" featuring traditional Chinese voices and instruments.
Virsky Ukranian Dance, November 14 at 2 and 8 pm
Ukraine's official cultural ambassadors fill the stage with a vibrant ensemble of over 80 dancers and musicians. They celebrate the spirit of their homeland with gravity-defying choreography, gorgeous costumes, and the sheer exuberance of their performance.
East Village Opera, November 20 at 8 pm
Imagine Puccini with power chords or Mozart's Figaro married to Led Zeppelin, and you've got the East Village Opera Company. Featuring a powerhouse five-piece rock band, string quartet, and duo vocalists, the group blasts opera's greatest hits into the 21st century.
Scrap Arts Music, February 5 at 8 pm
Founded by a percussion virtuoso with a talent for welding and a commitment to recycling and a designer with a passion for spectacle, Scrap Arts Music is a one-of-a-kind blend of intricate rhythms, athletic choreography, raw energy, and theatrical flair.
One Man Star Wars Trilogy, February 6 at 6 and 9 pm
Having seen the Star Wars trilogy over 400 times, actor Charles Ross decided to turn his obsession into an homage to his favorite sci-fi adventure. In a little over an hour, he singlehandedly covers the entire story-all of the characters, the action, special effects, and even parts of John Williams' majestic score. This Off-Broadway hit has played to rave reviews, with well over a thousand performances worldwide. "Funnier than you could possibly imagine." -Spin Magazine
The Amish Project, March 5 at 8pm; March 6 at 2 and 8 pm
A fictional exploration of true events, The Amish Project is the story of a schoolhouse shooting in an Amish community, and the path of forgiveness and compassion forged in its wake. Imbued with poetry and humor, The Amish Project investigates a community grappling with loss and faith.
TAO: The Martial Art of Drumming, March 27 at 8 pm; March 28 at 3 pm
Athletic bodies and contemporary costumes meet explosive Taiko drumming and electrifying choreography in a remarkable display of precision, energy, and stamina. TAO delivers a young and vibrantly modern take on the venerable art of Japanese drumming.
Cedar Lake Contemporary Ballet, April 9 at 8pm
An annual "don't-miss" State Theatre event, Cedar Lake Contemporary Ballet has vaulted into the spotlight as the contemporary dance company to watch. Their daring, athletic choreography and cutting-edge multimedia production designs take audiences on a choreographic journey exploring the infinite possibilities of movement.
Nalmes Folk Dance Spectacular, May 7 at 8 pm; May 8 at 8 pm
Nalmes has dedicated itself to promoting and preserving the folk traditions of the Adygeans-the ancient dwellers of the North Caucasus. The 70-member ensemble has won the top prize at international folk competitions.
Please visit the State Theater's website for performance descriptions: www.statetheaternj.org