'The Normal Heart' at Cranford Dramatic Club

The Cranford Dramatic Club will be performing "The Normal Heart" at 8 p.m. September 5 and 6.

A searing drama about public and private indifference to the AIDS plague and one man's lonely fight to awaken the world to the crisis, "The Normal Heart" follows Ned Weeks, a gay activist enraged at the indifference of public officials and the gay community. While trying to save the world from itself, he confronts the personal toll of AIDS when his lover dies of the disease. Originally published in 1985 and celebrated in a passionate and eloquent 2011 Broadway revival, this definitive edition of the play features an updated version of the play, as well as notes on both the original production and the revival.

The cast features Chris Abbott as Craig, Sal Navarro as Mickey, Gus Ibranyi as Ned, David Christopher as David, Leslie Reagoso as Emma, Terry Darling as Bruce, Scott Tyler as Felix, Jeff Maschi as Ben, John Sechrist as Tommy, Rob Evans as Hiram, Brian Hall as Grady, Joe Leo as an examining doctor, and Pam Wilczynski and Alan Van Antwerp as orderlies.

Tickets cost $25 each. To purchase tickets, click here.

A portion of the proceeds will be donated to TBD, a local AIDS charity.

Cranford Dramatic Club is located at 78 Winans Avenue, Cranford.

'Bye Bye Birdie' at Plays-in-the-Park

Plays-in-the-Park will be presenting "Bye Bye Birdie."

The show will perform from July 30 to August 9 at 8:30 p.m. each night except for Sunday.

Originally titled "Let's Go Steady" and inspired by Elvis Presley, the musical is set in a small Ohio town in 1959. Albert Peterson, agent for famous rock and roll star Conrad Birdie, is going to lose business when Birdie is drafted into the Army. Albert's girlfriend and assistant, Rosie Alvarez, brilliantly develops a publicity stunt to have Birdie give "One Last Kiss" to one lucky girl from his fan club before going into the Army. The lucky girl chosen is 15-year-old Kim MacAfee from Sweet Apple, Ohio, who has just started going steady with Hugo Peabody. Jealousy and hilarity ensue with fun and memorable songs, such as "Put on a Happy Face," "A Healthy, Normal American Boy" and "Honestly Sincere."

The cast features Joe Riley as Albert Peterson, Kimberly Diane as Rose Alvarez, Vicki Tripodo as Mae Peterson, Natalie Romeo as Kim MacAfee, Izzy Figueroa as Conrad Birdie, Jonathan Fishman as Mr. Harry MacAfee, Michele Crefeld as Mrs. Doris MacAfee, Stephen Jack as Randolph MacAfee, Evan Krug as Sayegh Hugo Peabody, Shannen Doyle as Ursula Merkle, and Dana Simone as Gloria Rasputin.The sweet apple teens feature Shannon Garahan as Helen, Lina Zikas as Nancy, Rebecca Phillips as Alice,  Kyra Bowie as Margie Ann, Claire Fitzpatrick as Deborah Sue, Erin Sullivan as Penelope Ann, Rachel Khutorsky as Linda, Lexi Stryker Marta as Martha Louise, Lauren Fraiser as Carol, Dana Simone as Suzie, Greg Archer as Harvey Johnson, Matthew Flores as Karl, Tyler Holoboski as Freddie, Kevin C. McCarthy as Arthur, Danny Sims as Henry, and Jack Tomy as Harold. The sweet apple parents feature Jack Cibrian as The Mayor, Arlene Britt as the Mayor's Wife, Frank Norek as Mr. Merkle/Charles F. Maude, Beth Kasper as  Mrs. Merkle/Reporter, Joe Leo as Mr. Miller/Reporter, Angela Dohl as Mrs. Miller, Pete Matseur ad Mr. Johnson/Policeman, and Elena Marie Chalcraft as Mrs. Johnson.

The show is directed by John Mentor, musically directed by Rory Chalcraft, choreographed by Amanda Grace, with sets by Mike D'Arcy, lights by Roman Klima, sounds by Matthew Boyle, costumes by Carolyn McCaffrey, and stage managed by Brianna Guell.

Auditions for the Paper Mill Playhouse Broadway Show Choir

 The Paper Mill Playhouse will be holding open auditions for their Broadway Show Choir.

The Broadway Show Choir is an audition based, exhibition Show Choir that stems from Paper Mill Playhouse’s award-winning Arts Education and Outreach programs. The choir consists of 40–50 singers and dancers between the ages of 16 and 22. Students selected to be a part of this talented group have the opportunity to fine tune their craft with free, intensive instruction that includes private voice training. The Paper Mill Playhouse Broadway Show Choir act as ambassadors to Paper Mill Playhouse with an array of performance opportunities throughout the community and beyond. Over the last two seasons, the choir reached more than 100,000 people with performances at major venues througout the state.

Auditions for the choir are by appointment only on Aug. 24, 25, and 27 from 6 - 9 p.m. If you are not available during these times, the playhouse will be taking a wait list for the next available date. Call (973)315-1640 or email JZeitoun@PaperMill.org to schedule. Auditions will take place at Paper Mill Playhouse. Please prepare an upbeat pop or musical theater piece of approximately 32 bars that best demonstrates your vocal range. Bring sheet music, in the key you will sing it, in a binder or single sheet taped together that contains the full piano accompaniment. An accompanist will be provided. You may not perform a cappella or to an audio recording. Those auditioning will be taught a brief dance combination, so please bring suitable footwear. Callbacks will be held on Sept. 7.

The show choir staff features Shayne Austin Miller as the director, Meg Zervoulis as the music director, Jennifer Forziati as the choreographer, Viraj Lal as the vocal coach, Carrie Rubinoas the stylist and costumer, John Zeitounas the company manager, Mickey McNany as the theatre school director, and Lisa Cooney as the director of education.

'Gypsy' at Villagers Theatre

The Villagers Theatre's TeensVill is happy to present this year's summer musical, "Gypsy".

The show runs from July 25 - August 10 at 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. on Sundays. Tickets are $16 each.

"Gypsy" is a musical fable with music by Jule Styne, lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, and a book by Arthur Laurents. Loosely based on the 1957 memoirs of Gypsy Rose Lee, "Gypsy" focuses on her mother, Rose, whose name has become synonymous with "the ultimate show business mother."

The show is produced by Donna Kimberlin, directed by Corey Rubel and Jessica Kimberlin, choreographed by Jillian Kimberlin, musically directed by Francois Suhr, Kiera Radvanski and David Regner, stage managed by Alex Klein, and costumed by Joseph Tudor.

The cast feaures Sandy Buz as Mama Rose, Janine Silano as Louise, Caileigh Idell as June, Zach Levine as Herbie, Adam Magnacca as Tulsa, Ben Michaele as Angie, Dylan Croker as LA, Eric Bermudez as Yonkers, Alex Mandalakis Tessie Tura, Allie Gorenc as Mazeppa, Abby Oliver as Electra, Hannah Weaver as Agnes, Angie Francese as Marjorie May, Krystle Danza as Dolores, Connor McKenna as adult male, Arielle Handler as Baby June, Julia Patella as Baby Louise, Andrew Mercurio as rich kid, Akshay Gokul as Clarence, Michael Koutros as Young Tulsa, and Julia Moritz as balloon girl.

Casting Call: 'Footloose'

Somerset Valley Players will be holding auditions for "Footloose".

Auditions will be July 28 and 29 at 7 p.m. Callback are July 30 at 7 p.m. Auditions will be held at SVP. Please prepare 16-32 bars of a song in the style of the show or a song from the 80s. There will be sides provided from the show. There will also be a dancing portion of the audition so dress accordingly.

When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, Ren is prepared for the inevitable adjustment period at his new high school. What he isn't prepared for are the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing instituted by the local preacher, determined to exercise the control over the town's youth that he cannot command in his own home. When the reverend's rebellious daughter sets her sights on Ren, her roughneck boyfriend tries to sabotage Ren's reputation, with many of the locals eager to believe the worst about the new kid. The heartfelt story that emerges is of a father longing for the son he lost and of a young man aching for the father who walked out on him.



Roles are:

Ren McCormack       17 - 18	Witty, Fun-Loving. Must sing and dance well.
Ethel McCormack           40s	Ren's Mom, Smart, Resilient
Reverend Shaw Moore            40s	Passionate, Charismatic
Vi Moore      40s	Shaw's Wife, Reserved, Understanding
Ariel Moore     17-18	Shaw's Daughter, Rebellious, Carefree
Rusty 17-18	Ariel's best friend, Sassy, Romantic
Chuck Cranston        18-20	Ariel's boyfriend, Unruly, Controlling
Willard Hewitt         17-18	Ren's Friend, Goofy, Loving
Urleen 16-18	Ariel and Rusty's Friend
Wendy Jo    16-18	Ariel and Rusty's Friend
Lyle  17-18	Chuck's Friend
Travis 17-18	Chuck's Friend
Jeter 16-18	Ren and Willard's Friend
Bickle  16-18	Ren and Willard's Friend
Garvin  16-18	Ren and Willard's Friend
Cowboy Bob       18-40	Country Singer
Betty Blast    20-40	Diner Owener
Lulu Warnicker     30s-40s	Ren's Aunt
Wes Warnicker     30s-40s	Ren's Uncle
Coach Roger Dunbar    30s to 40s	Wrestling coach and gym teacher
Eleanor Dunbar   30s to 40s	Coach's wife and town counsel chair
Principal Harry Clark              40s	School Principal
Ensemble  16-60	Various School mates, townspeople

The show performs October 24 to November 9 at 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. on Sundays.

The show will be directed by Christian Carrara, musically directed by Thomas Pepitone, and produced by Daniel Schulze.

Casting Call: 'Count Dracula'

Kelsey Theater will be holding auditions for "Count Dracula," by Ted Tiller, August 9 and 10. Adapted in 1971 from Bram Stoker's Victorian novel of Gothic horror, "Dracula," Tiller's play is tightly constructed and entertaining, with engaging dialogue and a menacing villain.

The auditions will take place from 9-5 p.m. August 9, and 10-5 p.m. August 10. To schedule an audition, click here, call (609) 882-2292, or contact audition@mponstage.com. If all audition slots are full, call and attempts will be made to set up another time to audition.

The readthrough will occur on August 23. Performances will be at 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and at 2 p.m. Sundays Oct. 24-Nov. 2.

Dr. Arthur Seward (mid-40s-early 60s)	Chief physician of his insane asylum north of London. Seward is a dignified, kindly, compassionate man. Frequently exasperated by (but affectionately patient with) the wandering vagaries of his sister's muddled mind. Essentially serious and straightforward, he is capable of quiet, unexpected humor.
Sybil Seward (mid-40s-mid-50s)	Dr. Seward's spinster sister. Is addle-pated, occasionally detached from reality and overall harmlessly touched in the head. The mistress of the non sequitur. An unconsciously funny, slightly daft, cheerful romantic who's never known romance.
Mina Murry (early 20s-early 30s)	Dr. Seward's ward. An attractive young woman, gentle, warm-hearted and quick to respond to others needs, but her strange malady has made her listless, inattentive and oddly remote. She does her best to hide her illness from her fiancé, Jonathan Harker. Her personality slowly changes throughout the play to that of a seductive, scheming wanton.
Jonathan Harker (mid-20s-early 30s)	Mina's fiancé. He is a likable, outgoing, successful architect. When it comes to Mina, he is more the brash man of action than a thinker. He is deeply in love with her and will do anything to protect her.
Heinrich van Helsing (mid-40s-early 60s)	Dr. Steward's former mentor. Has the rumpled appearance of a comfortable old shoe and looks on his fellow man with a humorous eye. He is a dedicated scientist and a genial man except when crossed over an issue he deems important; then geniality is replaced by sternness.
Count Dracula (mid-30s-40s)	Distinguished. His countenance is arresting, lupine, cruel and coldly handsome. Evil incarnate, with an almost hypnotic control on those around him. His accent is slightly continental. His voice not only insinuates but threatens.
Ms. Hennessey (late 20s-60s)	Matron and chief attendant at Dr. Seward's asylum. Earnest, hard-working, pleasant and tougher then she looks. She manages both the asylum and the Sewards' household.
Wesley (Late 20s-50s)	An asylum attendant. Has a pleasant nature and an easy smile, a little brash.

Cranford Dramatic Club Seeking Show Submissions

Cranford Dramatic Club (CDC) is seeking show submissions for their 2015-16 season.

They intend to perform one play, two musicals, and one children's show. Those who are interested should send their suggestions, as well as their resumé, to Joanneges@comcast.net by Sept. 1. A director's stipend is available for all shows.

CDC is located at 78 Winans Ave, Cranford.

Casting Call: 'Other People's Money'

Edison Valley Playhouse will be holding open auditions for the show "Other People's Money" next month.

Wall Street takeover artist Lawrence Garfinkle’s computer is going tilt over the undervalued stock of New England Wire & Cable! If the stockholders back his takeover, they will make a bundle but what will happen to the 1200 employees and the community when he liquidates the company's assets? Opposing the rapacious financier are the genial man who has run the company since the year one and his chief operations officer. They bring in a young lawyer who specializes in fending off takeovers. Should she use green mail? Find a white knight? Employ a shark repellent? This compelling drama explores whether corporate raiders are creatures from the Black Lagoon of capitalism or realists.

Lawrence Garfinkel (40-50)	An investment banker. Brilliant, crude, charming, large both physically and in presence. Known as “Larry the Liquidator”.
Andrew Jorgenson (60-70)	Chairman of New England Cable, a firm his family started and built. A man of strong opinions and principles, with little ability to compromise.
Kate Sullivan (30s)	An attractive, sharp Wall Street attorney. Bea’s daughter. Has anger issues with both Bea and Jorgy.
Bea Sullivan (60s)	A longtime assistant and “friend” of Jorgy. Mother of Kate. Strong woman, willing to sacrifice for the man she loves. A woman who deals with her past.
William Coles (40s)	President of New England Cable. Polished, professional, middle management functionary. The play’s everyman.

Auditions will take place from 6-8 p.m. August 17 and from 7:30-9:30 p.m. August 18. Callbacks will be from 8-9:30 p.m. August 21. Performances will run at 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays Oct. 24-Nov. 8 and at 2 pm. Nov. 2.

For more information, or for a PDF of the script, contact the director, Eric Walby, at zengolfguy@gmail.com. Edison Valley Playhouse is located at 2196 Oak Tree Road, Edison.

Director Submissions for Circle Players

Circle Players is looking for director submissions for their 2015-2016 season.

Potential directors may submit up to four titles of any variety. Submission letters should be sent by email via circleplayersnj@gmail.com.

The submission letter must include your full contact information, a list of titles of submissions with a brief synopsis of each show, and your availability throughout the season, from Sept. 2015 to Jul. 16. If you have not previously submitted to Circle Players, you must also include a theater resume and two theatrical references with contact information.

All submissions are due before the end of August.

'The Laramie Project' at Fearless Productions

Fearless Productions will be performing "The Lamarie Project" by Moisés Kaufman.

Performances are at 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. on Sundays from August 8 -17. Performances will be at the Sayreville Main Street Theatre Company, located at 3018 Bordentown Avenue, Parlin NJ. Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for children/

In October 1998 a twenty-one-year-old student at the University of Wyoming was kidnapped, severely beaten and left to die, tied to a fence in the middle of the prairie outside Laramie, Wyoming. His bloody, bruised and battered body was not discovered until the next day, and he died several days later in an area hospital. His name was Matthew Shepard, and he was the victim of this assault because he was gay. Moisés Kaufman and fellow members of the Tectonic Theater Project made six trips to Laramie over the course of a year and a half in the aftermath of the beating and during the trial of the two young men accused of killing Shepard. They conducted more than 200 interviews with the people of the town. Some people interviewed were directly connected to the case, and others were citizens of Laramie, and the breadth of their reactions to the crime is fascinating. Kaufman and Tectonic Theater members have constructed a deeply moving theatrical experience from these interviews and their own experiences. "The Laramie Project" is a breathtaking theatrical collage that explores the depths to which humanity can sink and the heights of compassion of which we are capable.

The show will be directed by James Walsh.

'Treasure Island' at Somerset Valley Players

Somerset Valley Players will be presenting "Treasure Island".

The show runs from July 18 - August 3, at 8 p.m. on Fridays and 2 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. Tickets are $10 each plus a $2 ticket processing fee for every purchase.

 Ahoy, matey! It's swashbuckling adventure on the high seas in this classic Robert Louis Stevenson tale of pirates and buried treasure and pieces of eight, as young Jim Hawkins sails upon the schooner Hispaniola battling the evil Long John Silver in an exciting saga of intrigue, sword-fighting, and mutiny.

The cast features Kayla Abbatiello, Rory Baker, Max Cooper, Lekhini Desai, Alison DiBiase, Taylor Doll, Troy Droussiotis, Alex Ferris, Robert Ford, Danielle Hecht, James Houston, Felicity Howard, Lyra Koncsol, Ingrid Kretschmann, John Lucash, Brandon Luchenbaugh, Kelsey Luchenbaugh, Ileana McCabe, Max Miller, Kate Mochnacz, Bruce Plath, Dylan Robertson, Anjlee Sidhartha, Ritika Sidhartha, Dillon Spear, and Nicole Strang.

It is directed by Todd Bennington and Laurie Wood with musical direction by Thomas Pepitone and choreography by Kaitlin Geoghegan. It is produced by Daniel Schulze and stage managed by Kayla Abbatiello.

The theatre will also be hosting Treasure Island themed birthday parties. More information is available here.

Casting Call: 'Jesus Christ Superstar'

Playful Theater Productions of Kelsey Theater will hold auditions for "Jesus Christ Superstar" in August.

Auditionees should prepare a complete song in the style of musical theatre, pop, or rock, being sure to bring sheet music in the correct key. An accompanist will be provided. No dancing will be required at the initial audition.

Rehearsals are expected to begin in early September and occur 3-4 times per week through November, when the show will open. Performances will be held at 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and at 2 p.m. Sundays Nov. 9-16.

Jesus (tenor)	Charismatic, passionate, forceful, a leader by example. A rock-style singer with a dramatically extended range (consider high C a starting point) and comfortable rock falsetto needed.
Judas (tenor)	The antagonist. An intellectual who tends toward overanalysis; as a result, he is filled with constant conflict regarding the right path to take. A dynamic singer comfortable singing in a consistently high range needed.
Caiaphus (bass)	High priest, and a formidable enemy. Caiaphus is not a cartoon villain, but he is a very dangerous man when he believes he is right (and he usually does.) A true bass with an unusually low range needed.
Annas (tenor)	Another high priest and associate of Caiaphus, more reckless and vicious than his colleague. High, rough rock tenor.
Pontius Pilate (baritone)	A more-or-less decent man of questionable courage; he has power and wields it with confidence, but his will is weak. Need a gentle baritone capable of a high rock belt for a brief section of music.
Peter (baritone)	First among the disciples of Jesus, a leader in his own right and entirely loyal to his cause. He has considerable, albeit thus far untested, courage.
Simon Zealotes (any)	Another of the disciples of Jesus, a fighter and a bit of a rabble-rouser. Dynamic singer with strong high range required.
King Herod (any)	A cruel, decadent narcissist. Will consider a wide range of possible performers for this role, across nearly any possible style.
Mary (female, mezzo-soprano or belter)	A young woman who has been mostly forgotten and ignored. She is a cynic but not yet bitter. Looking for a warm, natural sound; willing to consider a range of singing styles for this role.
Ensemble	Includes disciples, priests, vendors, lepers, backup singers, and members of an angry mob. Many roles require solo singing; (adult) actors of all ages and types are needed.

Auditions will be held from 12-5 p.m. at August 3 and 7-10 p.m. August 5. Auditions and callbacks will take place at the Communications (CM) building next to Kelsey Theater.

For more information, contact ptpauditions@gmail.com or call (609)378-5515. Kelsey Theater is located on the Mercer County Community College campus at 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor.

Casting Call: 'Putting it Together'

Playhouse 22 will hold open auditions for "Putting It Together," a musical revue of songs by Stephen Sondheim, this weekend. Songs featured include ones from Sunday in the Park with George, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, Merrily We Roll Along, and Assassins.

Auditionees should prepare an up-tempo classic or contemporary Broadway song (no pop songs) of up to 32 bars, with sheet music in the correct key.  An accompanist will be provided. A capella is not permitted. They should also wear clothing comfortable for dancing in.

Man 1 (Baritone)	Voice Range: F3-F5
Man 2 (Tenor)	Voice Range: G3 - A5
Man 3 (Baritone)	Voice Range: G3 - F5
Woman 1 (Mezzo Soprano)	Voice Range: D3 - G5
Woman 2 (Mezzo Soprano)	Voice Range: F3 - G5

Auditions will be held at 3 p.m. July 19 and 8 p.m. July 20.

Performances will be held at 8 p.m. Fridays and at 3 p.m. Sundays from Sept. 12-28, as well as at 8 p.m. Sept. 13 and 27. For more information, contact info@playhouse22.org or visit the Playhouse 22 website. Playhouse 22 is located at 721 Cranbury Rd., East Brunswick.

Summer Program Registration at Cranford Dramatic Club

Looking for something for the kids to do as summer comes to an end? Apply for "Future Stars" at the Cranford Dramatic Club!

The program will run 1:30-4:30 p.m. August 25-29. The program is targeted at children entering grades 3-5.

The program costs $250 per child, or $200 per sibling. This price includes two tickets to the Friday Showcase. To view the registration form, click here. The deadline for reservations is August 15. To make a reservation, contact advertising@cdctheatre.org.
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For more information, visit the Cranford Dramatic Club website. The theater is located at 78 Winans Avenue, Cranford.

Casting Call: 'The Little Mermaid Jr.'

Plays-in-the-Park will be holding auditions for "The Little Mermaid Jr."

Auditions are on July 12 at 1 p.m. You must be at least 16 to audition. Please prepare the song/s listed below for the character you are auditioning for. Sheet music is available on the Plays-in-the-Park website.

Ariel	Part of Your World & Part of Your World (reprise)
Mermaids	Part of Your World
Flounder	Part of Your World
Prince Eric	One Step Closer
Sebastian	Under the Sea
Ursula	Poor Unfortunate Souls
Scuttle	Human Stuff
Pilot	Human Stuff

Non-singing roles include King Triton, Gimbsy, and other roles to double.

Shows are October 11, 12, 18, 19, and 25 at 1 p.m. and 4 p.m.

'Shrek' at Plays-in-the-Park

Plays-in-the-Park will soon be presenting "Shrek".


The show will run from July 9 - 19 at 8:30 p.m. every night. There will be no Sunday performance. Tickets are $7 for adults, $5 for seniors, and free for children 12 and under. Tickets must be purchased at the box office.

"Shrek" the musical brings the hilarious story of everyone's favorite ogre to dazzling new life on the stage. In a faraway kingdom turned upside down, things get ugly when an unseemly ogre — not a handsome prince — shows up to rescue a feisty princess. Throw in a donkey who won't shut up, a bad guy with a SHORT temper, a cookie with an attitude and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you've got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. Luckily, there's one on hand...and his name is Shrek.

The show is directed by Moggie Davis, choreographed by Michele Mossay, musically directed by Warren Jelms, and stage managed by Sheri Vanderspeigel and Samantha Casbarro, with a set by Mike D'arcy, lights by Roman Klima, sound by Matthew Boyle, and costumes by Mike Patierno.

The cast features Michael McEntee as Shrek, Kat Lefevre at Fiona, Timothy Walton as Donkey, Dan Thomas Cook as Lord Farquaad, Mimi Francis as Dragon, Billy Geltzeiler as Pinocchio, Meghan Cordier as Gingy, Sarah Caldwell as Teen Fiona, Julia McKenna as Young Fiona, Kieran McKenna as Young Shrek,  an ensemble featuring Rachel Valovcin, Carissa Gaughran, Kelly Plescia, Julia Parks, Rachel Brown, Kelly Hedden, DeVaughn Johnson, Rachel Sherman, Maeve Linsky, Derek Colon, Chris Guell, Eme Bentancur, Phil Solomon, Pat Cantarella, Chris “CJ” Carter, Dwight Merritt, Ryan Lind, and Jason Skibinski, and Mike Patierno, Jeff Seesselberg, Alex Portera, and Diana Puertas as Dragon Puppeteers.

'Theatre Rock Live' at Villagers Theatre

Villagers Theatre will be presenting "Theater Rock Live!" this month.

The event will take place on July 12 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased online or by calling the box office at (732) 873-2710. Villagers Theatre is located at 475 DeMott Ln., Somerset.

a performance of songs from Broadway rock musicals including "Hair", "Rent", "Movin' Out", "Jesus Christ Superstar", "Rocky Horror", "Hedwig", "Rock of Ages", "Next to Normal", "Fame", "Bare", "Aida", and "Tarzan.

The band performing features Joe Andolino at the keyboard, Kasaku Nakamura with the guitar, Jason Gianni with the drums, and Andrew Rosciszewski with the bass. Vocalists are Danny Gershaw, Lindsay Lavin, Daniel Peter Vissers, and Shanna Levine Phelps.