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PERFORMING ARTS
Those who appreciate the performing and visual arts will discover historic venues and elegant suburban cultural centers that showcase regional, national, and international talent. Private college and public universities enrich urban, suburban, and rural communities by offering theatre, music, dance, and guest lectures in beautiful halls and art centers. Community theatre, art centers, and active cultural organizations encourage the expression of creative talent in children and adults. Dance classes, theatre summer camps, art classes, and craft programs sponsored by recreation departments are just a few of the available activities.
Nationally acclaimed by critics and audiences alike, the New Jersey Performing Arts Center opened in October of 1997 after a decade of planning and a capital campaign that resulted in $187 million. As the last magnificent performing arts center to open in the 20th century, NJPAC is regarded as one of the nation's finest venues. Showcasing the world's greatest performers and New Jersey's leading talent, NJPAC offers a full calendar of exciting events and a nationally recognized Arts Education program. Breathtaking artistry at NJPAC combines with equally dazzling venues. Prudential Hall has been praised as "one of the world's great concert halls," and Victoria Theater has also been dubbed "a gem" by The New York Times. For a complete calendar of events and more information about this outstanding Newark venue, contact:
The New Jersey Performing Arts Center
One Center Street
Newark 973-642-8989
NJPAC Box Office
36 Park Place
Newark 888-GO-NJPAC