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SUMMARY:The Bronx Wanderers
DESCRIPTION:  \nGet Tickets \nMain Stage\n(Building 11A)\nOrchestra $52\, Mezzanine $49 \n \nBack by popular demand!\nWhat comes to mind when a father\, his two sons\, and their two high school classmates get together and create a show?  For starters\, you can say a diverse recipe of hilarious personal stories\, a vast repertoire of songs through multiple decades and genres\, and one family’s journey together through life and music.  The Bronx Wanderers pride themselves on being one of the only shows able to entertain grandparents\, their children\, and the grandchildren all in one sweeping musical tour de force.  How do they accomplish this? Well\, the generation gap between the band members (30+ years) forces them to satisfy themselves musically\, which satisfies every audience they’ve encountered.  The chemistry and energy they exert show after show proves they are still having the best time together on stage\, and you can tell they perform each show like it’s their first or last. \n \nThe show’s founder and patriarch\, Yo’ Vinny\, takes you on a musical journey through his illustrious career in the record business while working for Lifesong and Columbia Records since he was 17 years old.  He’s worked with too many artists to mention\, but in the show\, “each song you hear tonight is someone I’ve either had the pleasure to produce\, sing backup for\, or worked with in the record industry during my 30-year career.”  For instance\, you’ll hear songs by Dion and The Belmonts\, Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons\, Billy Joel\, The Animals\, Queen\, and even an artist or two from today’s generation.  As they say in the band and in countless reviews\, regardless of how old you are\, coming to the show\, everyone leaves feeling like they’re 20 years old. \nThe Bronx Wanderers have been going strong for over 16 years and have amassed many accolades such as touring the entire country headlining festivals\, PACs\, and casinos\, securing a permanent residency in Las Vegas from 2016 to the present\, filling in for Frankie Valli in Dubai\, being the first and only act to have opened for Tony Orlando and Danny Aiello\, backing Dean Martin’s daughter\, Deana\, for multiple shows\, performing the national anthem for the NY Rangers at Madison Square Garden and the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas\, and still managing to have time to volunteer and do charity benefits for the Win-Win Charity Organization\, St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital\, and multiple Veteran’s and Armed Forces charities and galas. \nHis two sons are no strangers to their levels of success.  His younger son\, Nick\, had the opportunity to drum and perform for Frankie Valli with the Chicago Jersey Boys cast and was even offered a role in Blue Man Group (but his father and brother just couldn’t let him go.)  The older son\, Vin A.\, the music director and producer for the group\, is an accomplished songwriter and arranger who recently got to open for Bon Jovi at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas in front of 18\,000 people with his original music. \nShare This:
URL:https://www.grunincenter.org/event/the-bronx-wanderers/
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Grunin Presents,Membership Discount Eligible
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SUMMARY:Julie Fowlis
DESCRIPTION:  \nGet Tickets \nMain Stage\n(Building 11A)\nOrchestra $44\, Mezzanine $39 \n \nAbout the Event\nAcclaimed nature writer Robert Macfarlane proclaimed that ”if snow could sing\, it would sing like Julie Fowlis.”  Hailing from the Outer Hebrides and now based in the Highlands\, Julie Fowlis is a multi-award winning singer whose music is deeply influenced by the Hebridean islands where she grew up and by the Highland landscapes where she now resides. Voted Musician of the Year at the Scots Trad Music Awards 2023\, and with a career spanning several studio albums and numerous high profile collaborations\, her ‘crystalline’ and ‘intoxicating’ vocals have enchanted audiences around the world. \n \nShe will forever be recognized for singing the theme songs to Brave\, Disney Pixar’s Oscar\, Golden Globe and BAFTA winning animated film\, set in the ancient highlands of Scotland.  One of these songs was long-listed for an Oscar. A winner of ‘Folk Singer of the Year’ at the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards\, Julie has graced stages around the world\, from village halls in the Highlands to Carnegie Hall in New York\, the Mozart Concert Hall in Vienna\, The Philharmonie de Paris\, Shakespeare’s Globe in London and the World Festival of Sacred Music in Fez\, Morocco. She has collaborated with the BBC Concert Orchestra in the Royal Albert Hall for the Proms\, sang live at the closing ceremony of the Ryder Cup in Chicago in 2012 to a TV audience of 500 million\, an event that was only eclipsed by singing live at the opening ceremony of the Glasgow XX Commonwealth Games in 2014\, to a TV audience of over 1 billion. Her voice has been streamed on Spotify alone over 200 million times\, and has been heard in space on an official NASA astronaut playlist. She even has a lily flower named after her. \nShe was vocal coach for the Eric Whitacre Singers on the Dreamworks Animation How To Train Your Dragon 3: The New World (Cressida Cowell\, score by John Powell) in Abbey Road Studios\, London in 2018. She is also an artist with a genuine curiosity and ability for cross-over\, and regularly sings and records in other languages. She currently performs and records with the folk ‘supergroup’ Spell Songs. A natural collaborator\, she has performed with artists such as James Taylor\, KT Tunstall\, Chris Thile\, Graham Coxon\, Bill Whelan (Riverdance)\, electronica duo Valtos\, Tommy Smith and the Scottish Jazz Orchestra\, Nicola Benedetti\, the Scottish Symphony Orchestra and Mary Chapin Carpenter. On June 5th 2024 she closed the official D-Day 80 Commemorations in Portsmouth\, England with a live BBC TV performance of The Parting Glass with full orchestra and spectacular drone light show. \nA regular TV and radio presenter\, she is also a sought after voice artist\, recently involved with the Penguin Audiobook release for The Lost Spells\, the hypnotic film Upstream (Robert Macfarlane\, Rob Petit and oscar-nominated composer Hauska) and worked on the best-selling video game Assassins Creed Valhalla\, with renowned Norwegian composer Einar Selvik. \nShe was Scotland’s inaugural ‘Tosgaire na Gàidhlig’ (National Gaelic Ambassador)\, an honor bestowed on her by the Scottish Government\, and in addition to her BA and Masters degrees she holds an honorary Doctorate of Music from Robert Gordon University\, Aberdeen. In 2023 she was the recipient of ‘The Sàr Ghàidheal Fellowship’\, an award which recognizes outstanding contribution to Gaelic culture at Scotland’s National Gaelic college\, Sabhal Mòr Ostaig. \nJulie is the voice of Scottish Gaelic for the United Nations Declaration of Human Rights Project\, which aims to record the declaration in every language in the world. From Abkhaz to Zulu\, the declaration has been recorded in 529 languages to date. \nShare This:
URL:https://www.grunincenter.org/event/julie-fowlis/
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Grunin Presents,Membership Discount Eligible
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SUMMARY:Admiral James Stavridis
DESCRIPTION:  \nGet Tickets \nMain Stage (Building 11A)\nIn-person tickets $20\nLivestream Free\, Advanced Registration Required \n \n  \nIf livestream viewing is interrupted due to technical difficulties\, a recording of the event will be emailed to Livestream registrants within two business days following the event\, and will be viewable for 48 hours once received. \nAbout Admiral James Stavridis\nA Florida native\, Jim Stavridis attended the US Naval Academy at Annapolis\, and spent 37 years in the Navy\, rising to the rank of 4-star Admiral. Among his many commands were four years as the 16th Supreme Allied Commander at NATO\, where he oversaw operations in Afghanistan\, Libya\, Syria\, the Balkans\, and counter piracy off the coast of Africa. He also commanded US Southern Command in Miami\, charged with military operations through Latin America for nearly three years. He was the longest-serving Combatant Commander in recent US history. Following his military career\, he served for five years as the 12th Dean of The Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University. \nIn the course of his career in the Navy\, he served as senior military assistant to the Secretary of the Navy and the Secretary of Defense. He led the Navy’s premier operational think tank for innovation\, Deep Blue\, immediately after the 9/11 attacks. Admiral Stavridis was promoted directly from 1-star rank to 3- star rank in 2004. \nHe won the Battenberg Cup for commanding the top ship in the Atlantic Fleet and the Navy League John Paul Jones Award for Inspirational leadership\, along with more than 50 US and international medals and decorations\, including 28 from foreign nations. He also commanded a Destroyer Squadron and a Carrier Strike Group\, both in combat. \nIn 2016\, he was vetted for Vice President by Secretary Hillary Clinton\, and subsequently invited to Trump Tower to discuss a cabinet position with President Donald Trump. \nHe earned a PhD from The Fletcher School at Tufts\, winning the Gullion prize as outstanding student in his class in 1983\, as well as academic honors from the National and Naval War Colleges as a distinguished student. He speaks Spanish and French. \nAdmiral Stavridis has published thirteen books on leadership\, character\, risk\, the oceans\, maritime affairs\, and Latin America\, as well as hundreds of articles in leading journals. An active user of social networks\, he has tens of thousands of connections. His TED talk on 21st century security in 2012 has close to one million views. He tweeted the end of combat operations in the Libyan NATO intervention. Two of his most popular books are the novel 2034: A Novel of the Next World War which was a New York Times bestseller and is being published in 22 languages; and To Risk It All: Nine Conflicts and The Crucible of Decision. His most recent book\, The Admiral’s Bookshelf\, highlights twenty-five essential leadership lessons drawn from classic works of literature. \nAdmiral Stavridis is a Bloomberg Opinion columnist and Chief International Security Analyst for NBC News. \nHe is happily married to Laura\, and they have two daughters – one working at Google and the other a Nurse Practitioner and former naval officer\, both married to physicians. \nThe sponsors of the Blauvelt Speaker Series have generously underwritten the cost of tickets for this program.  \nThe Blauvelt Speaker Series is funded in part by the generosity of the late Bradford Thomas & Eleanor G. Blauvelt and the Wintrode Family Foundation. This year’s 2025-2026 additional sponsors include Carluccio\, Leone\, Dimon\, Doyle\, Gutman & Petro\, LLC\, Arlene and Frank Dupignac\, Jr.\, and Novins\, York\, Jacobus & Dooley\, P.A. \nShare This:
URL:https://www.grunincenter.org/event/admiral-james-stavridis/
CATEGORIES:Blauvelt Speaker Series,OCC Foundation
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SUMMARY:Liana Paniyeva\, piano
DESCRIPTION:  \nGet Tickets \nBösendorfer Recital Room\n(Building 11A)\nTickets $10\nGeneral Admission Seating \n \nAbout the Event\nHailed by the New York Concert Review as “a wonderful pianist”\, and one with “tender regard for the music\, a captivating inwardness” by Fanfare Magazine\, Liana Paniyeva has won prizes in numerous competitions internationally and has performed at festivals in Norway\, Hungary\, Austria\, Canada\, England\, Italy\, Syria\,  South Africa\, Spain and Israel. Her recitals have taken her to Carnegie Hall\, Worcester’s Mechanics Hall\, the Myra Hess Concert Series in Chicago\, Merkin Hall in NYC to note highlights. In this program\, Liana will perform works by Schumann and Brahms. \nThis event is funded by the Ocean County College Foundation. \n \nShare This:
URL:https://www.grunincenter.org/event/liana-paniyeva-piano/
CATEGORIES:OCC Afternoon Recital Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T193000
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SUMMARY:The Ocean Blue
DESCRIPTION:  \nGet Tickets \n\nMain Stage\n(Building 11A)\nOrchestra $46\, Mezzanine $42 \n \nAbout the Event\nGetting their start as teenagers in the late 1980s in Hershey\, PA\, The Ocean Blue released their self-titled debut on the famed Sire Records\, which launched many of their heroes in the U.S.\, including the Smiths\, the Pretenders\, the English Beat\, and Echo & the Bunnymen. Embraced by college radio and MTV\, the band quickly made their mark with early singles “Between Something And Nothing”\, “Drifting\, Falling” and “Ballerina Out of Control” which notched them Top Ten hits on Modern Rock Radio. Early success set in motion a run of four successful major label albums\, including Cerulean (1991)\, Beneath the Rhythm and Sound (1993)\, and See The Ocean Blue (1996)\, followed by a string of beloved independent releases\, Davy Jones Locker (2000)\, Waterworks (2003)\, Ultramarine (2013) and Kings and Queens/Knaves and Thieves (2019). With eight albums and several EPs under their belt\, the band continues to perform and record\, with work underway on a new album. \n \nThe Ocean Blue is David Schelzel (vocals\, guitar)\, Oed Ronne (guitar)\, Bobby Mittan (bass) and Peter Anderson (drums). \nShare This:
URL:https://www.grunincenter.org/event/the-ocean-blue/
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Grunin Presents,Membership Discount Eligible
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SUMMARY:Calpulli Mexican Dance Company
DESCRIPTION:  \nGet Tickets \nMain Stage\n(Building 11A)\nTickets $39 \n \nAbout the Event\nA small town in southern Mexico prepares for a celebration. The town rejoices at Lupita’s arrival\, and that of Raul\, her beloved. Maximiliano\, only son of the town’s richest family\, reminds Lupita’s mother of their secret agreement. Upon learning of the arrangement\, Lupita refuses. Dejected\, Maximiliano challenges Raul to a duel and loses. Maximiliano’s revenge on Raul mistakenly ends up in the hands of Lupita\, ending her life without the chance to say goodbye to her loved one. \nLupita is transported to Mictlán\, the world of the dead\, where she meets La Catrina. Lupita is in awe of the beauty she sees and remembers Raul. La Catrina\, surprised by seeing sadness\, gives Lupita an opportunity to say goodbye to her love. Lupita\, returns to the world of the living. La Catrina shows Raul that one day he will meet his beloved in the world of the departed. With new found hope\, Raul and the townsfolk continue to celebrate the return of their departed loved ones. \n \nUsing both folk and classical music and dance\, Calpulli Mexican Dance Company’s Día de Muertos explores a love story that spans the boundary between the living and the departed. A loving couple falls victim to treachery and is separated\, seemingly forever. The young woman enters Mictlán- the underworld of Aztec mythology- where the mesmerizing Catrina reigns as queen. \nThe original concept for Día de Muertos was a show by Calpulli premiered in 2004 at Queens Theatre in the Park named “Tiempo de Cempazuchitl/Time of the Marigold.” Then Artistic Director Noemy Hernandez created Calpulli’s first story-based production in 2012 premiered at the Schimmel Center for the Arts at Pace University. The final production of the story was premiered at Queens Theatre in 2016 under the Artistic Direction of Alberto Lopez Herrera\, Dramaturg and co-story writer Roberto Lara\, with Music Direction by George Saenz. Read the letter from the Artistic Director. \nThis work has become a new holiday classic for the Company and is a wonderful way to connect with audiences of all backgrounds. It was recently restaged with support from Dramaturg Gabriela Garcia. \nShare This:
URL:https://www.grunincenter.org/event/calpulli-mexican-dance-company/
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Dance,Grunin Presents,Membership Discount Eligible
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SUMMARY:Dracula
DESCRIPTION:  \nGet Tickets \nBlack Box Theater\n(Building 11B)\nAdults $24\, Seniors $22\nGeneral Admission Seating \n   \nAbout the Show\nThis new adaptation restores the suspense and seduction of Bram Stoker’s classic novel to the stage. As Count Dracula begins to exert his will upon the residents of London\, they try to piece together the clues of his appearances—in a valiant attempt to save themselves from a hideous fate. Rich with both humor and horror\, this play paints a wickedly theatrical picture of Stoker’s famous vampire. \nPlease be advised that special effects\, including stage blood\, simulated fog\, and simulated fire/smoke\, will appear in this production.  \nPerformances\nFriday\, October 17\, 2025        7:30 PM\nSaturday\, October 18\, 2025    2:00 PM\nSaturday\, October 18\, 2025    7:30 PM\nSunday\, October 19\, 2025      2:00 PM \nFriday\, October 24\, 2025        7:30 PM\nSaturday\, October 25\, 2025    2:00 PM\nSaturday\, October 25\, 2025    7:30 PM\nSunday\, October 26\, 2025      2:00 PM \nCast\nRenfield: Brendan Keffner\nMina: Taylor Frisco\nLucy: Hope Kobus\nHarker: Matt Pritchet\nSeward: Zachary Pich\nDracula: Jeff Bodnar\nVan Helsing: Charles Sullivan\nVixen/Maid: Sophia Gallegos\nVixen/Maid: Tess Nunan\nAttendant: Zach Zabarsky\nAttendant: Dave Robbins\nAttendant: Sean Collins \n  \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. \nShare This:
URL:https://www.grunincenter.org/event/dracula/2025-10-17/
CATEGORIES:OCC Repertory Theatre Co.
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SUMMARY:Dracula
DESCRIPTION:  \nGet Tickets \nBlack Box Theater\n(Building 11B)\nAdults $24\, Seniors $22\nGeneral Admission Seating \n   \nAbout the Show\nThis new adaptation restores the suspense and seduction of Bram Stoker’s classic novel to the stage. As Count Dracula begins to exert his will upon the residents of London\, they try to piece together the clues of his appearances—in a valiant attempt to save themselves from a hideous fate. Rich with both humor and horror\, this play paints a wickedly theatrical picture of Stoker’s famous vampire. \nPlease be advised that special effects\, including stage blood\, simulated fog\, and simulated fire/smoke\, will appear in this production.  \nPerformances\nFriday\, October 17\, 2025        7:30 PM\nSaturday\, October 18\, 2025    2:00 PM\nSaturday\, October 18\, 2025    7:30 PM\nSunday\, October 19\, 2025      2:00 PM \nFriday\, October 24\, 2025        7:30 PM\nSaturday\, October 25\, 2025    2:00 PM\nSaturday\, October 25\, 2025    7:30 PM\nSunday\, October 26\, 2025      2:00 PM \nCast\nRenfield: Brendan Keffner\nMina: Taylor Frisco\nLucy: Hope Kobus\nHarker: Matt Pritchet\nSeward: Zachary Pich\nDracula: Jeff Bodnar\nVan Helsing: Charles Sullivan\nVixen/Maid: Sophia Gallegos\nVixen/Maid: Tess Nunan\nAttendant: Zach Zabarsky\nAttendant: Dave Robbins\nAttendant: Sean Collins \n  \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. \nShare This:
URL:https://www.grunincenter.org/event/dracula/2025-10-18/1/
CATEGORIES:OCC Repertory Theatre Co.
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SUMMARY:Cécilia
DESCRIPTION:  \nGet Tickets \nGia Maione Prima Foundation Studio Theatre\n(Building 12)\nTickets $32 \n \nAbout the Event\nTraditional music that causes a wonderful stir and fills to overflowing at every venue – that is Cécilia! Widely recognized as three of Canada’s finest musicians\, it is a pleasure to see how much enjoyment Timi Turmel\, Erin Leahy\, and Louis Schryer find in playing together. While honoring their heritage as Cécilia\, their music-making has an undeniably fresh and high-spirited sound. \n \nThey bring together the best of many musical worlds in their explorations of traditional\, Celtic\, and Québécois music. Every one of their pieces is skillfully arranged and highlighted with influences from contemporary\, classical\, jazz\, and swing styles. Cécilia’s recent debut album Accent is an impressive offering full of vibrant rhythms and melodies\, all resonating with a unique warmth and richness of expression. \nEach performance by Cécilia is a call to come out and share\, not only in the joy of three dedicated musicians making music together\, but also in creating a unique and memorable musical experience with Timi\, Erin\, and Louis. You’ll find yourself with a smile that lasts long after the final notes of Cécilia’s accordion\, piano\, and violin have melted away. \nThis event is made possible through support from the Quebec Delegation General – New York.  \nShare This:
URL:https://www.grunincenter.org/event/cecilia/
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Grunin Presents,Membership Discount Eligible
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SUMMARY:Dracula
DESCRIPTION:  \nGet Tickets \nBlack Box Theater\n(Building 11B)\nAdults $24\, Seniors $22\nGeneral Admission Seating \n   \nAbout the Show\nThis new adaptation restores the suspense and seduction of Bram Stoker’s classic novel to the stage. As Count Dracula begins to exert his will upon the residents of London\, they try to piece together the clues of his appearances—in a valiant attempt to save themselves from a hideous fate. Rich with both humor and horror\, this play paints a wickedly theatrical picture of Stoker’s famous vampire. \nPlease be advised that special effects\, including stage blood\, simulated fog\, and simulated fire/smoke\, will appear in this production.  \nPerformances\nFriday\, October 17\, 2025        7:30 PM\nSaturday\, October 18\, 2025    2:00 PM\nSaturday\, October 18\, 2025    7:30 PM\nSunday\, October 19\, 2025      2:00 PM \nFriday\, October 24\, 2025        7:30 PM\nSaturday\, October 25\, 2025    2:00 PM\nSaturday\, October 25\, 2025    7:30 PM\nSunday\, October 26\, 2025      2:00 PM \nCast\nRenfield: Brendan Keffner\nMina: Taylor Frisco\nLucy: Hope Kobus\nHarker: Matt Pritchet\nSeward: Zachary Pich\nDracula: Jeff Bodnar\nVan Helsing: Charles Sullivan\nVixen/Maid: Sophia Gallegos\nVixen/Maid: Tess Nunan\nAttendant: Zach Zabarsky\nAttendant: Dave Robbins\nAttendant: Sean Collins \n  \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. \nShare This:
URL:https://www.grunincenter.org/event/dracula/2025-10-18/2/
CATEGORIES:OCC Repertory Theatre Co.
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SUMMARY:Dracula
DESCRIPTION:  \nGet Tickets \nBlack Box Theater\n(Building 11B)\nAdults $24\, Seniors $22\nGeneral Admission Seating \n   \nAbout the Show\nThis new adaptation restores the suspense and seduction of Bram Stoker’s classic novel to the stage. As Count Dracula begins to exert his will upon the residents of London\, they try to piece together the clues of his appearances—in a valiant attempt to save themselves from a hideous fate. Rich with both humor and horror\, this play paints a wickedly theatrical picture of Stoker’s famous vampire. \nPlease be advised that special effects\, including stage blood\, simulated fog\, and simulated fire/smoke\, will appear in this production.  \nPerformances\nFriday\, October 17\, 2025        7:30 PM\nSaturday\, October 18\, 2025    2:00 PM\nSaturday\, October 18\, 2025    7:30 PM\nSunday\, October 19\, 2025      2:00 PM \nFriday\, October 24\, 2025        7:30 PM\nSaturday\, October 25\, 2025    2:00 PM\nSaturday\, October 25\, 2025    7:30 PM\nSunday\, October 26\, 2025      2:00 PM \nCast\nRenfield: Brendan Keffner\nMina: Taylor Frisco\nLucy: Hope Kobus\nHarker: Matt Pritchet\nSeward: Zachary Pich\nDracula: Jeff Bodnar\nVan Helsing: Charles Sullivan\nVixen/Maid: Sophia Gallegos\nVixen/Maid: Tess Nunan\nAttendant: Zach Zabarsky\nAttendant: Dave Robbins\nAttendant: Sean Collins \n  \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. \nShare This:
URL:https://www.grunincenter.org/event/dracula/2025-10-19/
CATEGORIES:OCC Repertory Theatre Co.
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SUMMARY:April May Webb Trio
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nGet Tickets \nMain Stage\n(Building 11A)\nAdult $28\, Senior $24\n \n \nAbout The April May Webb Trio\nMusician\, Songwriter\, Vocalist\, and Educator April May Webb hails from Newton\, Kansas. April May’s musical approach is diversely influenced but is rooted in jazz. April May is the first African American female to graduate from The William Paterson University Jazz Education program\, where she honed her craft under the guidance of the late great pianist Mulgrew Miller. \nApril May is the WINNER of the 13th Annual Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition. Her captivating voice has graced nationally syndicated televised specials like “Sounds of Summer” and “An American Christmas” alongside The Boardwalk Jazz Band. She was a lead vocalist in the acclaimed play “Sounding Board” by internationally renowned artist Tschabalala Self. \nApril May’s commitment to excellence in jazz earned her recognition as a recipient of Chamber Music America’s performance plus grant with her jazz ensemble “Sounds of A&R\,” she continues to make waves as a Spring 2023 Jazz Road Touring Grant awardee. April May was chosen as a 2023 Woodshed Network recipient\, an initiative by the legendary jazz vocalist Dee Dee Bridgewater. Additionally\, her achievements were celebrated with induction into her hometown’s Newton Music Hall of Fame. \nAs a co-founder of the jazz ensemble Sounds of A&R\, also known as S.O.A.R.\, April May has played a pivotal role in its success. In 2019\, the group received the esteemed “Best Group” title at the NYC Reader’s Jazz Awards\, presented by Hot House Jazz Magazine and Jazzmobile. Their single “Horizon” charted in the top 20 on Billboard’s Contemporary Jazz Charts\, and in 2021\, SOAR released their third studio album\, “Questions Left Unanswered\,” which soared to #12 on The National Jazz Week Charts. The group’s influence continues to grow as they were selected to represent the United States as U.S. Cultural Ambassadors\, embarking on a transformative tour across two South Pacific countries in 2023. \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. \n \n \nShare This:
URL:https://www.grunincenter.org/event/april-may-webb-trio/
CATEGORIES:Jazz on a Sunday Afternoon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T110000
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SUMMARY:Livin' It Right
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nOcean County College Mall\nFree\, Outdoor Event\nBring a blanket or chair\n \nAbout Livin’ It Right\nJoin Livin’ It Right\, for a free outdoor concert to celebrate Fall Fest! \nPulling their name from the lyrics of John Mayer’s song “Why Georgia\,” Livin’ it Right covers songs from the Beatles\, Steely Dan\, and Jimi Hendrix to the Police\, Dire Straits\, Tears for Fears\, and The Red Hot Chili Peppers to OK Go\, Neon Trees\, Temper Trap\, Post Malone and of course\, John Mayer. Band members include OCC Alum David Racioppi on guitar\, Wes Brown on bass and vocals\, Kevin Sopher on guitar and vocals\, Jerry Racioppi on drums and vocals. \nThere is something for everyone. Livin’ It Right is excited to bring its music to the OCC campus! \n📷: Artist \nShare This:
URL:https://www.grunincenter.org/event/livin-it-right/
CATEGORIES:OCC Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T193000
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SUMMARY:Dracula
DESCRIPTION:  \nGet Tickets \nBlack Box Theater\n(Building 11B)\nAdults $24\, Seniors $22\nGeneral Admission Seating \n   \nAbout the Show\nThis new adaptation restores the suspense and seduction of Bram Stoker’s classic novel to the stage. As Count Dracula begins to exert his will upon the residents of London\, they try to piece together the clues of his appearances—in a valiant attempt to save themselves from a hideous fate. Rich with both humor and horror\, this play paints a wickedly theatrical picture of Stoker’s famous vampire. \nPlease be advised that special effects\, including stage blood\, simulated fog\, and simulated fire/smoke\, will appear in this production.  \nPerformances\nFriday\, October 17\, 2025        7:30 PM\nSaturday\, October 18\, 2025    2:00 PM\nSaturday\, October 18\, 2025    7:30 PM\nSunday\, October 19\, 2025      2:00 PM \nFriday\, October 24\, 2025        7:30 PM\nSaturday\, October 25\, 2025    2:00 PM\nSaturday\, October 25\, 2025    7:30 PM\nSunday\, October 26\, 2025      2:00 PM \nCast\nRenfield: Brendan Keffner\nMina: Taylor Frisco\nLucy: Hope Kobus\nHarker: Matt Pritchet\nSeward: Zachary Pich\nDracula: Jeff Bodnar\nVan Helsing: Charles Sullivan\nVixen/Maid: Sophia Gallegos\nVixen/Maid: Tess Nunan\nAttendant: Zach Zabarsky\nAttendant: Dave Robbins\nAttendant: Sean Collins \n  \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. \nShare This:
URL:https://www.grunincenter.org/event/dracula/2025-10-24/
CATEGORIES:OCC Repertory Theatre Co.
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SUMMARY:Dracula
DESCRIPTION:  \nGet Tickets \nBlack Box Theater\n(Building 11B)\nAdults $24\, Seniors $22\nGeneral Admission Seating \n   \nAbout the Show\nThis new adaptation restores the suspense and seduction of Bram Stoker’s classic novel to the stage. As Count Dracula begins to exert his will upon the residents of London\, they try to piece together the clues of his appearances—in a valiant attempt to save themselves from a hideous fate. Rich with both humor and horror\, this play paints a wickedly theatrical picture of Stoker’s famous vampire. \nPlease be advised that special effects\, including stage blood\, simulated fog\, and simulated fire/smoke\, will appear in this production.  \nPerformances\nFriday\, October 17\, 2025        7:30 PM\nSaturday\, October 18\, 2025    2:00 PM\nSaturday\, October 18\, 2025    7:30 PM\nSunday\, October 19\, 2025      2:00 PM \nFriday\, October 24\, 2025        7:30 PM\nSaturday\, October 25\, 2025    2:00 PM\nSaturday\, October 25\, 2025    7:30 PM\nSunday\, October 26\, 2025      2:00 PM \nCast\nRenfield: Brendan Keffner\nMina: Taylor Frisco\nLucy: Hope Kobus\nHarker: Matt Pritchet\nSeward: Zachary Pich\nDracula: Jeff Bodnar\nVan Helsing: Charles Sullivan\nVixen/Maid: Sophia Gallegos\nVixen/Maid: Tess Nunan\nAttendant: Zach Zabarsky\nAttendant: Dave Robbins\nAttendant: Sean Collins \n  \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. \nShare This:
URL:https://www.grunincenter.org/event/dracula/2025-10-25/1/
CATEGORIES:OCC Repertory Theatre Co.
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SUMMARY:Dracula
DESCRIPTION:  \nGet Tickets \nBlack Box Theater\n(Building 11B)\nAdults $24\, Seniors $22\nGeneral Admission Seating \n   \nAbout the Show\nThis new adaptation restores the suspense and seduction of Bram Stoker’s classic novel to the stage. As Count Dracula begins to exert his will upon the residents of London\, they try to piece together the clues of his appearances—in a valiant attempt to save themselves from a hideous fate. Rich with both humor and horror\, this play paints a wickedly theatrical picture of Stoker’s famous vampire. \nPlease be advised that special effects\, including stage blood\, simulated fog\, and simulated fire/smoke\, will appear in this production.  \nPerformances\nFriday\, October 17\, 2025        7:30 PM\nSaturday\, October 18\, 2025    2:00 PM\nSaturday\, October 18\, 2025    7:30 PM\nSunday\, October 19\, 2025      2:00 PM \nFriday\, October 24\, 2025        7:30 PM\nSaturday\, October 25\, 2025    2:00 PM\nSaturday\, October 25\, 2025    7:30 PM\nSunday\, October 26\, 2025      2:00 PM \nCast\nRenfield: Brendan Keffner\nMina: Taylor Frisco\nLucy: Hope Kobus\nHarker: Matt Pritchet\nSeward: Zachary Pich\nDracula: Jeff Bodnar\nVan Helsing: Charles Sullivan\nVixen/Maid: Sophia Gallegos\nVixen/Maid: Tess Nunan\nAttendant: Zach Zabarsky\nAttendant: Dave Robbins\nAttendant: Sean Collins \n  \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. \nShare This:
URL:https://www.grunincenter.org/event/dracula/2025-10-25/2/
CATEGORIES:OCC Repertory Theatre Co.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T140000
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SUMMARY:Dracula
DESCRIPTION:  \nGet Tickets \nBlack Box Theater\n(Building 11B)\nAdults $24\, Seniors $22\nGeneral Admission Seating \n   \nAbout the Show\nThis new adaptation restores the suspense and seduction of Bram Stoker’s classic novel to the stage. As Count Dracula begins to exert his will upon the residents of London\, they try to piece together the clues of his appearances—in a valiant attempt to save themselves from a hideous fate. Rich with both humor and horror\, this play paints a wickedly theatrical picture of Stoker’s famous vampire. \nPlease be advised that special effects\, including stage blood\, simulated fog\, and simulated fire/smoke\, will appear in this production.  \nPerformances\nFriday\, October 17\, 2025        7:30 PM\nSaturday\, October 18\, 2025    2:00 PM\nSaturday\, October 18\, 2025    7:30 PM\nSunday\, October 19\, 2025      2:00 PM \nFriday\, October 24\, 2025        7:30 PM\nSaturday\, October 25\, 2025    2:00 PM\nSaturday\, October 25\, 2025    7:30 PM\nSunday\, October 26\, 2025      2:00 PM \nCast\nRenfield: Brendan Keffner\nMina: Taylor Frisco\nLucy: Hope Kobus\nHarker: Matt Pritchet\nSeward: Zachary Pich\nDracula: Jeff Bodnar\nVan Helsing: Charles Sullivan\nVixen/Maid: Sophia Gallegos\nVixen/Maid: Tess Nunan\nAttendant: Zach Zabarsky\nAttendant: Dave Robbins\nAttendant: Sean Collins \n  \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. \nShare This:
URL:https://www.grunincenter.org/event/dracula/2025-10-26/
CATEGORIES:OCC Repertory Theatre Co.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T160000
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CREATED:20250811T135946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T150913Z
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SUMMARY:Chris Ruggiero & Clint Holmes
DESCRIPTION:  \nGet Tickets \nMain Stage\n(Building 11A)\nOrchestra $65 – $55\,\nMezzanine $55 – $45 \nMember and Fan presale August 14-20\, All Tickets on sale August 21 \n \nAbout the show\nClint Holmes and Chris Ruggiero share the stage – for the first time – in one fantastic show. One night only at the Grunin Center! \nClint Holmes\, one of the greatest voices of our generation\, re-imagines the greatest hits of the most beloved songwriters of the last 60 years. From Carole King and James Taylor to Burt Bacharach and Brian Wilson\, with a splash of Lennon & McCartney. This show is filled with songs that have underscored iconic movie scenes and television shows\, and most importantly\, have become the soundtrack of our lives. If you remember songs like “Save the Last Dance for Me\,” “I’ll Never Fall in Love Again\,” “Shower the People\,” “Fire and Rain\,” and “Eleanor Rigby” Clint’s show will take you on a journey through the most beautiful melodies and lyrics of all time\, while sharing his incredible story. As the strains of “My name is Michael\, I’ve got a nickel…” poured out of every radio in America\, Clint Holmes set off on a path to establishing himself as one of the most dynamic interpreters of song ever to grace a stage. Following the staggering success of his chart-topping hit record\, “Playground in My Mind\,” Clint was determined not to rest on his laurels or simply ride the wave of his gold-record stardom. More recently\, Clint spent much of the last 25 years as a headliner on the Las Vegas Strip\, earning him several “Best of” awards\, including “Best Male Vocalist” five years in a row in a town with no shortage of stiff competition for the title. His triumphs around the country range from the grand stages of Carnegie Hall and the Hollywood Bowl to the chic corners of Cafe Carlyle and Birdland. Over his storied career\, Clint has performed for 6 U.S. Presidents (and most of them\, more than once.) His latest album\, Rendezvous\, was nominated for two Grammy Awards. \nChris Ruggiero has appeared on national PBS specials\, shared the stage with music icons\, performed live on Good Morning America\, and his tour has already hit over 100 towns and cities nationwide. Chris is widely celebrated for breathing new life into timeless hit songs from the 50s\, 60s\, and 70s up to today\, including many from his four albums. If you remember songs like “Unchained Melody\,” “My Cherie Amour\,” “You Can’t Hurry Love\,” & “This Magic Moment\,” you’ll relish an afternoon spent with Chris. His unique interpretations of those and more are not only vocal triumphs\, they feature lush orchestrations by Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons arranger Charlie Calello (who is also a fan\, commenting\, “It’s been a long time since I heard a voice like this”) as well as industry legends who’ve worked with Barry Manilow\, Julio Iglesias\, Tony Orlando\, Neil Diamond\, Laura Nyro and more. The show is filled with the greatest hits of the last 60 years as well as a message of hope and inspiration for all ages. Chances are\, you’ll know every word to every song\, and the magical feeling will live on long after Chris leaves the stage. This will mark Chris’s second appearance at the Grunin Center. \nClint Holmes has been an inspiration to Chris for many years\, and while these two fantastic singers have collaborated from time to time\, this show marks the first time that they will each perform a full concert together. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy two shows in one in this very special concert. \nPresented by Gene DiNapoli Presents \nEvents marked as “Rental Presenter” are presented by a Rental Presenter – an individual and/or organization renting our theater. The presenter determines ticket prices\, program content\, and other event details. \nShare This:
URL:https://www.grunincenter.org/event/chris-ruggiero-clint-holmes/
CATEGORIES:Outside Presenter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211901
CREATED:20250624T160031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T140401Z
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SUMMARY:Basil Camu
DESCRIPTION:  \nGet Tickets \nMain Stage (Building 11A)\nIn-person tickets Free\nLivestream Free\, Advanced Registration Required \n \n  \nIf livestream viewing is interrupted due to technical difficulties\, a recording of the event will be emailed to Livestream registrants within two business days following the event\, and will be viewable for 48 hours once received. \nAbout Basil Camu\nWhen you ask Basil what he thinks about himself\, he’ll tell you he is incredibly lucky. He\nhas family he loves dearly\, friends and colleagues who inspire him\, and every day he gets to care for trees\, soil\, and flowers. He pursues his purpose and passions as the co-founder of Leaf & Limb\, a tree care company in Raleigh\, NC\, and Project Pando\, a non-profit that aims to connect people to trees. He is a Treecologist\, ISA Board Certified Master Arborist\, Duke graduate\, Wizard of Things\, and author of the book From Wasteland to Wonder – Easy Ways We Can Help Heal Earth in the Sub/Urban Landscape. His work has been featured in the New York Times\, Seattle Times\, Forbes\, Gardenista\, The Joe Gardener Show\, and a number of other publications and podcasts. When he’s not having fun at work\, he likes to pull invasive plants from his pocket forests\, contemplate on his front porch\, and go hiking with his family. \nThe sponsors of the Blauvelt Speaker Series have generously underwritten the cost of tickets for this program.  \nThe Blauvelt Speaker Series is funded in part by the generosity of the late Bradford Thomas & Eleanor G. Blauvelt and the Wintrode Family Foundation. This year’s 2025-2026 additional sponsors include Carluccio\, Leone\, Dimon\, Doyle\, Gutman & Petro\, LLC\, Arlene and Frank Dupignac\, Jr.\, and Novins\, York\, Jacobus & Dooley\, P.A. \nShare This:
URL:https://www.grunincenter.org/event/basil-camu/
CATEGORIES:Blauvelt Speaker Series,OCC Foundation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211901
CREATED:20250624T160055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T163535Z
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SUMMARY:Magic Rocks: Illusionist Leon Etienne
DESCRIPTION:  \nGet Tickets \n\nMain Stage\n(Building 11A)\nOrchestra $46\, Mezzanine $42 \n \nAbout the Event\nYou’ve seen him on America’s Got Talent\, Jimmy Fallon\, Masters of Illusion\, and Penn & Teller: Fool Us! Illusionist Leon Etienne’s jaw-dropping\, critically acclaimed hit show Magic Rocks! is not to be missed. Witness this family-friendly spectacular featuring the world’s best illusions\, award-winning sleight of hand\, and hilarious comedy.  This show is an immersive experience that brings joy\, laughter\, and wonder when the world needs it most! \n \nAbout Leon Etienne\nFrom Radio City Music Hall to Planet Hollywood Casino and from Studio City Casino in Macau to his very own theater on the beautiful island waters of Saipan\, the unique performance style of Illusionist Leon Etienne attracts entertainment producers to book him all over the world. He’s rocked stages from coast to coast in the USA and in dozens of countries\, including England\, Ireland\, France\, China\, and Australia. His performances frequently leave celebrities like Jimmy Fallon\, Howard Stern\, and Heidi Klum speechless. \nHailed by critics as “America’s Rock Illusionist\,” Leon is a worldwide hit with audiences\, critics\, and producers. Etienne is recognized for his on stage charisma\, a fast paced\, high energy\, rock n’ roll edge performance style\, and his no nonsense approach to magic. He has appeared on the world’s biggest TV shows\, trended worldwide on social media\, and performs live at entertainment hotspots around the world. \nLeon’s original creations\, a passion for sleight-of-hand magic\, and the best jaw-dropping grand illusions in the world explode on stage in his critically acclaimed hit show\, “Magic Rocks!®“ \nShare This:
URL:https://www.grunincenter.org/event/magic-rocks/
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Family,Grunin Presents,Membership Discount Eligible
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211901
CREATED:20250624T160027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T151923Z
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SUMMARY:So Good! The Neil Diamond Experience starring Robert Neary
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis show is currently SOLD OUT. To join the Wait List for tickets\, call the Box Office at 732-255-0500. \nMain Stage\n(Building 11A)\nOrchestra $45\, Mezzanine $40 \n \nAbout the Event\nBroadway\, television\, and film star Robert Neary creates an unforgettable tribute to one of the greatest recording artists in history. Two hours packed with 24 classic hit songs\, nostalgia\, multimedia\, stories\, trivia\, and a finale that is pure Broadway caliber\, this is a true immersion into Neil Diamond’s life and career. Critical praise all across the internet and social media has called this show “the most authentic and professional tribute to Neil Diamond and delivers nothing short of a true Neil Diamond concert experience.” \n \nWith over 40 years in the entertainment business\, Robert has 3 Broadway leads and over 60 major guest-starring television and film roles to his credit. He created this incredible show in 2019 and perfected it during the pandemic along with NY’s premier band\, The Mystic. Now in its fifth year\, “So Good! The Neil Diamond Experience” is selling out venues all over the US\, and there is no end in sight! \nShare This:
URL:https://www.grunincenter.org/event/so-good/
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Grunin Presents,Membership Discount Eligible
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SUMMARY:A Monster Calls
DESCRIPTION:  \nGet Tickets \nMain Stage\n(Building 11A)\nTickets $24 \nTickets go on sale Friday\, October 3\, 2025 at noon \n \nPresented by the OCVTS Grunin Performing Arts Academy\nBased on the novel by Patrick Ness and inspired by an original idea by Siobhan Dowd\, devised by Sally Cookson\, Adam Peck\, and the Company. \n‘Stories are wild creatures\, the monster said. When you let them loose\, who knows what havoc they might wreak?’ \n“Thirteen-year-old Conor and his mum have managed just fine since his dad moved to America. But now his mum’s very sick and she’s not getting any better. His grandmother won’t stop interfering\, and the kids at school won’t look him in the eye. \nThen\, one night\, at seven minutes past midnight\, Conor is woken by something at his window. A monster has come walking. It’s come to tell Conor tales from when it walked before. And when it’s finished\, Conor must tell his own story and face his deepest fears. \nOn publication\, A Monster Calls became a bestseller with children and adults alike\, with its dazzling insight into love\, loss\, and healing. It garnered huge critical acclaim\, including an unprecedented double win of the Carnegie and Greenaway Medals for outstanding children’s literature and illustration.” – The Old Vic \nA Monster Calls is a powerful story that explores difficult and emotional themes. The production includes depictions and discussions of: \n\nDeath and grief\nDepression and anxiety\nCancer and terminal illness\nBullying and emotional abuse\nMoments of violence\n\nWe encourage audiences to prepare for these themes and to step out at any time if they need a moment of care. \nShare This:
URL:https://www.grunincenter.org/event/a-monster-calls/2025-11-14/
CATEGORIES:OCVTS GPAA Events
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SUMMARY:A Monster Calls
DESCRIPTION:  \nGet Tickets \nMain Stage\n(Building 11A)\nTickets $24 \nTickets go on sale Friday\, October 3\, 2025 at noon \n \nPresented by the OCVTS Grunin Performing Arts Academy\nBased on the novel by Patrick Ness and inspired by an original idea by Siobhan Dowd\, devised by Sally Cookson\, Adam Peck\, and the Company. \n‘Stories are wild creatures\, the monster said. When you let them loose\, who knows what havoc they might wreak?’ \n“Thirteen-year-old Conor and his mum have managed just fine since his dad moved to America. But now his mum’s very sick and she’s not getting any better. His grandmother won’t stop interfering\, and the kids at school won’t look him in the eye. \nThen\, one night\, at seven minutes past midnight\, Conor is woken by something at his window. A monster has come walking. It’s come to tell Conor tales from when it walked before. And when it’s finished\, Conor must tell his own story and face his deepest fears. \nOn publication\, A Monster Calls became a bestseller with children and adults alike\, with its dazzling insight into love\, loss\, and healing. It garnered huge critical acclaim\, including an unprecedented double win of the Carnegie and Greenaway Medals for outstanding children’s literature and illustration.” – The Old Vic \nA Monster Calls is a powerful story that explores difficult and emotional themes. The production includes depictions and discussions of: \n\nDeath and grief\nDepression and anxiety\nCancer and terminal illness\nBullying and emotional abuse\nMoments of violence\n\nWe encourage audiences to prepare for these themes and to step out at any time if they need a moment of care. \nShare This:
URL:https://www.grunincenter.org/event/a-monster-calls/2025-11-15/1/
CATEGORIES:OCVTS GPAA Events
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SUMMARY:A Monster Calls
DESCRIPTION:  \nGet Tickets \nMain Stage\n(Building 11A)\nTickets $24 \nTickets go on sale Friday\, October 3\, 2025 at noon \n \nPresented by the OCVTS Grunin Performing Arts Academy\nBased on the novel by Patrick Ness and inspired by an original idea by Siobhan Dowd\, devised by Sally Cookson\, Adam Peck\, and the Company. \n‘Stories are wild creatures\, the monster said. When you let them loose\, who knows what havoc they might wreak?’ \n“Thirteen-year-old Conor and his mum have managed just fine since his dad moved to America. But now his mum’s very sick and she’s not getting any better. His grandmother won’t stop interfering\, and the kids at school won’t look him in the eye. \nThen\, one night\, at seven minutes past midnight\, Conor is woken by something at his window. A monster has come walking. It’s come to tell Conor tales from when it walked before. And when it’s finished\, Conor must tell his own story and face his deepest fears. \nOn publication\, A Monster Calls became a bestseller with children and adults alike\, with its dazzling insight into love\, loss\, and healing. It garnered huge critical acclaim\, including an unprecedented double win of the Carnegie and Greenaway Medals for outstanding children’s literature and illustration.” – The Old Vic \nA Monster Calls is a powerful story that explores difficult and emotional themes. The production includes depictions and discussions of: \n\nDeath and grief\nDepression and anxiety\nCancer and terminal illness\nBullying and emotional abuse\nMoments of violence\n\nWe encourage audiences to prepare for these themes and to step out at any time if they need a moment of care. \nShare This:
URL:https://www.grunincenter.org/event/a-monster-calls/2025-11-15/2/
CATEGORIES:OCVTS GPAA Events
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SUMMARY:Without Arrows Film Screening
DESCRIPTION:  \nGet Tickets \nMain Stage\n(Building 11A)\nTickets $9 \n \nAbout the Event\nAfter 13 years living in Philadelphia\, Delwin Fiddler Jr.\, a champion grass dancer\, embraces indigenous culture by returning to his ancestral home on the Cheyenne River Reservation in South Dakota. Leaving his big city life behind\, Delwin aims to protect his centuries-old Lakota heritage and heal from family tragedy through his passion for dance. \n\n  \nJoin us for a film screening with a post-show talk with Delwin Fiddler\, Jr. \nThis film screening is made possible through generous funding from the Ocean County Cultural & Heritage Commission and the Mid-Atlantic Tours program of Mid-Atlantic Arts with support from the National Endowment for the Arts. \n \nShare This:
URL:https://www.grunincenter.org/event/without-arrows-film-screening/
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Grunin Presents,Membership Discount Eligible
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SUMMARY:Radliff-Niessen\, violin & piano
DESCRIPTION:  \nGet Tickets \nDue to popular demand\, this event has moved to the Main Stage\n(Building 11A)\nTickets $10\nGeneral Admission Seating \n \nAbout the Event\nJoin Duo Radliff-Niessen\, consisting of the renowned violinist Robert Radliff and Dutch pianist Sharon Niessen\, for an extraordinary performance at the Grunin Center for the Arts\, with masterpieces of Beethoven and Brahms. Radliff\, a celebrated performer with orchestras such as the New Jersey Symphony\, the New England Symphonic Ensemble at Carnegie Hall\, and the Curtis Institute Orchestra\, brings his extensive experience and passionate playing to the stage. \nRadliff’s performances have captivated audiences across the United States and worldwide\, and has collaborated with some of the most celebrated classical artists such as Yo Yo Ma\, Jamie Laredo\, and Itzhak Perlman. \nNiessen\, praised for her expressive playing and virtuosity\, captivates audiences with her interpretations\, having performed internationally with orchestras like the Philips Symphony Orchestra and Youth Orchestra of the Netherlands\, and collaborated with renowned musicians such as world champion whistler Geert Chatrou and recording artist Dutch flutist Ilonka Kolthof. \nAs a duo\, Radliff and Niesssen blend their dynamic artistry. With their international career spanning prestigious venues from Carnegie Hall to the Concertgebouw Amsterdam\, this concert is sure to be one of the highlights of the season. \nThis event is funded by the Ocean County College Foundation. \n \nShare This:
URL:https://www.grunincenter.org/event/radliff-niessen-violin-piano/
CATEGORIES:OCC Afternoon Recital Series
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SUMMARY:The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nGet Tickets \n\nMain Stage\n(Building 11A)\nTickets $39 \n \nAbout the Event\n\nThe first Glenn Miller Orchestra did not make it at all. It was a total and absolute economic failure. But Glenn knew what he wanted\, held to that dedication\, and relentlessly worked to succeed. He launched his second band – the one that lives on today – in March of 1938. The Glenn Miller Orchestra has been a “hit” ever since. \nThe legendary Glenn Miller was one of the most successful of all dance bandleaders back in the Swing Era of the 1930s and ’40s. A matchless string of hit records\, the constant impact of radio broadcasts\, and the drawing power at theatres\, hotels\, and dance pavilion\, built and sustained the momentum of popularity. \nGlenn disbanded his musical organization in 1942 at the height of its popularity to volunteer for the Army. There\, he organized and led the famous Glenn Miller Army Air Force Band. It went to Europe to entertain servicemen performing numerous live and radio shows. On December 15\, 1944\, Major Miller took off in a single-engine plane from Europe to precede his band to France\, disappearing over the English Channel\, never to be seen again. The army declared him officially dead a year later. \n \nWith the release of the major motion movie The Glenn Miller Story featuring Jimmy Stewart and June Allyson in 1954\, interest and popular demand led the Miller Estate to authorize the formation of the present Glenn Miller Orchestra. On June 6\, 1956\, and under the direction of drummer Ray McKinley who had become the unofficial leader of the Army Air Force Band after Glenn’s disappearance\, the reformed Glenn Miller Orchestra performed its first concert and has been on the road ever since. Other leaders have followed Ray including clarinetists Buddy DeFranco and Peanuts Hucko\, trombonists Buddy Morrow\, Jimmy Henderson\, Larry O’Brien\, and Gary Tole\, and tenor saxophonist Dick Gerhart. Since January 2012\, vocalist Nick Hilscher leads the band. \nToday\, the 18 member ensemble continues to play many of the original Miller arrangements both from the civilian band and the AAFB libraries. Additionally\, it also plays some more modern selections arranged and performed in the Miller style and sound. Just as it was in Glenn’s day\, the Glenn Miller Orchestra today is still the most sought-after big band in the world. \n\nShare This:
URL:https://www.grunincenter.org/event/glenn-miller-orchestra/
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Grunin Presents,Jazz on a Sunday Afternoon,Membership Discount Eligible
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SUMMARY:Chris Botti
DESCRIPTION:  \nGet Tickets \nMain Stage\n(Building 11A)\nOrchestra $104\, Mezzanine $84 \nPre-Show OCC Foundation\nReception at B2Bistro $75 \nPost-show VIP Packages\navailable at chrisbotti.com.\n \nAbout the OCC Foundation Concert Event\n \nSince 1965\, the OCC Foundation has proudly served the Ocean County College community\, supporting thousands of deserving students. Over the past 60 years\, we’ve awarded over $22 million in scholarships and special program funding. Your generosity continues to make a lasting impact\, supporting initiatives like the Helping Hands Food Pantry\, the Blauvelt Speaker Series\, the Global Travel Experience\, select programming at the Grunin Center for the Arts\, the Robert J. Novins Planetarium\, and the Veteran & Military Resource Center (VMRC)\, resources for Athletic programs\, and support for many other college and student-led programs. \nAbout Chris Botti\nGRAMMY-winning trumpeter Chris Botti has been one of the most popular instrumentalists in the world for nearly three decades; he’s collaborated with some of the biggest superstars on the planet\, including Sting\, Paul Simon\, Barbra Streisand\, Lady Gaga\, Tony Bennett\, Frank Sinatra\, Aretha Franklin\, Bette Midler\, Joni Mitchell\, Steven Tyler\, Andrea Bocelli\, Herbie Hancock\, Yo-Yo Ma\, and others; he’s topped the jazz charts with numerous albums\, earned multiple Gold and Platinum records\, performed with symphony orchestras and on prestigious stages from Carnegie Hall to the Hollywood Bowl to the Sydney Opera House. \nIn short\, Chris Botti really needs no introduction. Yet with his Blue Note Records debut\, he’s offering one anyway. Vol.1 is in many ways a fresh start for the trumpeter. Having successfully crossed over from jazz renown to pop stardom\, Botti’s first album in more than a decade finds him crossing back\, with a small group project focused on acoustic jazz and classic standards. \n“I turned 60 in 2022\, at a time that seemed like a restart for so many things in the world\,” Botti says. “I wanted to strip away all the orchestral arrangements and special guests and focus more on my playing\, the playing of my band\, and these jazz classics that we always love playing on stage.” \nWhile Botti could boast of the major names with whom he’s shared stages\, this project allows him to share his enthusiasm for the jazz greats past and present that excite him – his conversation is peppered with references to everyone from Miles Davis to Keith Jarrett to Pat Metheny to Brad Mehldau. He points to landmark albums like Davis’ Kind of Blue\, John Coltrane and Johnny Hartman\, or Metheny’s duo outing with Charlie Haden\, Beyond the Missouri Sky as models for the kind of “lifestyle” music he set out to make – music that is exquisite on its own but can also set the scene for a coffee shop or hotel lounge\, instantly generating a sophisticated mood. \nOf course\, Botti couldn’t have found a more ideal home for this artistic rebirth. Blue Note has been a standard-bearer of jazz throughout its storied history\, and the trumpeter found a receptive partner in label president Don Was. “Anyone that’s lucky enough to say they’re on Blue Note Records should be pinching themselves\,” Botti says. “It’s a fantastic honor. I had great runs on Verve and Columbia\, so it’s amazing to now arrive on the most famous traditional jazz record label.” \nSponsors\nSilver Serenade Sponsors \n \n  \nShare This:
URL:https://www.grunincenter.org/event/chris-botti/
CATEGORIES:OCC Foundation
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SUMMARY:A Christmas Carol
DESCRIPTION:  \nGet Tickets \n\nMain Stage\n(Building 11A)\nAdults $19\, Children $16 \n \nAbout A Christmas Carol\nYates Musical Theatre for Children returns for another year of tradition with A Christmas Carol. \nThis show is a musical adaptation of the tale of the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge\, who hated Christmas. On Christmas Eve\, three ghosts take him on a journey. During his nighttime reflection into the past\, the present\, and the future\, he witnesses the lives of his poor office clerk\, Bob Cratchit\, and the crippled Tiny Tim. \nYates Musical Theatre has brought these unforgettable characters from the page to the stage. They’ve added a melodious score and wrapped it all up in a beautiful holiday present of a production. Join us for this heartwarming theatre experience that will put everyone in a holiday spirit. \nPlease note that it is the Grunin Center Policy for all Family Shows that all attendees\, regardless of age\, require a ticket. \n  \n \nThis performance is sponsored by RWJBarnabas Health Community Medical Center. \n  \nShare This:
URL:https://www.grunincenter.org/event/christmas-carol/
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Family,Family Series,Membership Discount Eligible
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SUMMARY:OCC Concert Band: The Most Wonderful Time of the Year
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nGet Tickets \n\nMain Stage\n(Building 11A)\nAdults $28\, Seniors $24\, Children $14\n \nOCC Concert Band \nAbout The Most Wonderful Time of the Year\nCome along for an unforgettable evening of music\, cheer\, and holiday spirit as the OCC Concert Band presents The Most Wonderful Time of the Year. This festive concert brings together a dazzling collection of your favorite seasonal tunes performed by the talented members of the OCC Concert Band. From classic carols to contemporary arrangements\, plus a visit from Santa\, the concert will fill the air with warmth\, joy\, and celebration. \nShare This:
URL:https://www.grunincenter.org/event/occ-concert-band-winter/
CATEGORIES:Alumni,And More,Membership Discount Eligible,OCC Concert Band
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