Events for Friday August 24, 2018
Traditional Classical Chamber Concert, Bravura Philharmonic Orchestra
This is a performance of standards, a favorite of the classical genre, such as Beethoven and Mozart, accompanied by discussion of stylistic differences through various periods: Baroque, Classical, Romantic and Modern. This series is under the direction of internationally-acclaimed Chiu-Tze Lin, director and conductor of the Bravura Philharmonic Orchestra, which has been lauded for its luminous and energetic performances. $12 general and $10 Patrons Advanced tickets are available by calling 732-521-4400 (ask for Cecilia) or going to the Monroe Municipal Building at 1 Municipal Plaza. Tickets can also be purchased at the door the afternoon of the concert as of 2:30 PM. Monroe TWP Senior Center, 12 Halsey Reed Road, Monroe Twp., NJ 08831
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New Jersey Uke Fest
New Jersey Uke Fest, Ukrainian American Cultural Center, 60-C North Jefferson Road, Whippany; 7:30 pm. Sponsored by the Folk Project. First day of three-day fest. Concert on Friday evening, over six hours of workshops, open mics, jamming, fellowship, and vendors on Saturday, concert on Saturday evening, jam on the Morristown Green on Sunday. Please check website for performers, workshop leaders and cost. 973-370-4UKE or www.folkproject.org
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Million Dollar Quartet - Bucks County Playhouse
August 10 - Sept 15 On December 4, 1956, an unlikely quartet of Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins accidentally converged on Sun Records in Memphis — and made magic in the process! Million Dollar Quartet takes you behind the music with a monumental night that explodes off the stage with a talented cast playing 21 legendary hits including “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Walk the Line,” “Great Balls of Fire,” “Folsom Prison Blues,” “Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On,” and “Hound Dog.” Click here for more information
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