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SPRING SCHEDULE
APRIL 4/4 4/6 4/7 4/8 4/9 4/10 4/14 4/15 4/16 4/22 4/23 4/29 4/30 MAY 5/6 5/7 5/13-14 5/15 5/19 5/20 JUNE 6/3-5 6/9 6/10 6/11 6/14 6/17-28 6/21 6/23
The Beach Boys: Sixty Years of The Sounds of Summer The Bachelor Live On Stage David Sedaris Tracy Morgan: No Disrespect Southside Johnny and The Asbury Jukes Paddington Gets in a Jam Black Violin A Bronx Tale: A One Man Show starring Chazz Palminteri One Night of Queen Viva MOMIX The Temptations and The Four Tops Frank Ferrante in “An Evening with Groucho” B - The Underwater Bubble Show Tusk Manhattan Comedy Night Rodgers & Hammerstein’s South Pacific The Laurie Berkner Band Live! Piff the Magic Dragon and Puddles Pity Party: Misery Loves Company Tour The Electric Light Orchestra Experience feat. Evil Woman - The American ELO MPAC’s Spring Production: School of Rock Chaka Khan The Lords of 52nd Street: Legends of the Billy Joel Band AM Productions presents: Wanda Sykes Melissa Etheridge: One Way Out Tour Fiddler on the Roof The Mavericks: En Español World Tour Happy Together Tour 2022
SUMMER/FALL 7/14 Best of the Eagles 7/21 Dion 7/28 The Disco Nights 8/3 Boz Scaggs 8/18 Air Supply 10/8 Masters of Illusion 10/13 Jay Leno 11/2 Richard Marx: An Acoustic Evening of Love Songs Check mayoarts.org for additional summer events to be added soon! 2 | Box Office (973) 539-8008
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Mayo Performing Arts Center, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit performing arts organization, presents a wide range of programs that entertain, enrich and educate the diverse population of the region and enhance the economic vitality of Northern New Jersey.
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MARCH 3/17 The Queen of Soul: A Tribute to Aretha Franklin 3/19 Alan Cumming and Ari Shapiro 3/24 The Fab Four - The Ultimate Tribute 3/25 The Devon Allman Project feat. Jimmy Hall and Larry McCray and The Samantha Fish Band 3/26 Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox 3/29 Straight No Chaser 3/31 American River
National Geographic Live Presents
Adaptation: Alizé Carrère: Environmental Anthropologist and Filmmaker Wednesday, April 27 at 7:30 PM Explore the remarkable ways people around the world are adapting to our changing planet with environmental anthropologist and filmmaker Alizé Carrère. Free Event; Tickets available in April
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March the
The Queen of Soul A Tribute to Aretha Franklin
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Thursday, March 17 at 7:30 PM
QUEEN
SOUL
damien sneed
karen clark sheard
Musician, vocalist, and composer Damien Sneed pays homage to Aretha Franklin with fresh renditions of her most cherished hits. Backed by an accomplished cast of musicians and vocalists including four-time GRAMMY® Award-winner Karen Clark Sheard of the legendary gospel group The Clark Sisters, this multi-media tribute is a tender and spiritual reflection upon the life of a music icon. $39-$69
Alan Cumming & Ari Shapiro Och & Oy! A Considered Cabaret Saturday, March 19 at 8 PM Alan Cumming (Cabaret, The Good Wife) and Ari Shapiro (NPR’s All Things Considered) both transport audiences to other worlds through their stories. Now, they’re joining forces in song. Witness the debut of their new evening of tunes and tall tales. $39-$89
The Fab Four - The Ultimate Tribute Thursday, March 24 at 7:30 PM The Fab Four is elevated far above every other Beatles tribute due to their precise attention to detail. With uncanny, note-fornote live renditions of your favorite Beatlesʼ classics, The Fab Four will make you think you are watching the real thing! $39-$59 | Limited tickets!
The Devon Allman Project feat. Jimmy Hall & Larry McCray and The Samantha Fish Band Friday, March 25 at 7:30 PM Led by Blues Music Award winning guitarist Devon Allman, and featuring two Allman Betts band members, The Devon Allman Project performs the music of The Allman Brothers and Gregg Allman as well as fan favorites, originals and surprise covers. Featuring Jimmy Hall (Wet Willie) and Larry McCray, the Samantha Fish Band, and special guests the River Kittens, this concert promises to be an explosive night of blues rock not to be missed. $29-$69 2022 Spring Brochure | mayoarts.org | 3
March Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox The Grand Reopening Tour Saturday, March 26 at 8 PM Postmodern Jukebox, the time-twisting musical collective known for putting “pop music in a time machine,” is set to make the ‘20s roar again! The Grand Reopening Tour will bring PMJ back to thrill music-starved audiences as they perform some of modern music’s biggest hits in the classic styles of bygone eras. $39-$79
Straight No Chaser Back in the High Life Tour 2022 Tuesday, March 29 at 7:30 PM The international phenomenon Straight No Chaser disproves all stereotypes of male a cappella groups. Neither strait-laced nor straight-faced, they immediately bring audiences to their feet with nothing more than microphones in hand, grins ear-to-ear, witty banter on point, and an uncanny ability to belt out R&B, smooth jams, and stadium anthems carried by style, swagger and spirit. $39-$79
American River Thursday, March 31 at 7:30 PM Mary Bruno spent her childhood fearing the polluted stretch of the Passaic River near her home. Decades later, she returns to rediscover the river of her youth. American River is a cinematic adventure that follows Ms. Bruno and river guide Carl Alderson on a 4-day, 80mile kayak journey from the Passaic’s pristine headwaters to its toxic mouth in Newark Bay. Along the way, candid conversations with residents, experts and advocates reveal the Passaic’s extraordinary history, geology and ecology: How did this powerful and oncecelebrated river become one of the most contaminated in America? Can it be saved? Suggested price $10/Pay as You Can
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April The Beach Boys: Sixty Years of the Sounds of Summer Monday, April 4 at 7:30 PM As The Beach Boys mark 60 years of making music, the group continues to ride the crest of a wave unequalled in America’s musical history. The Beach Boys have become synonymous with the California lifestyle and have become an American icon to fans around the world. $64-$114 Special Offer! One (1) download of Mike Love’s album, 12 Sides of Summer, is included with every ticket.
The Bachelor Live On Stage Wednesday, April 6 at 7:30 PM The Bachelor Live On Stage Official Tour guarantees a wild night of fun, shocking surprises and a front row seat to the journey you’ve been watching on TV for years. Experience the ultimate Bachelor Nation fan party with a wildly flirtatious and interactive evening hosted by Becca Kufrin and guided by Rodney Matthews from Season 18 of The Bachelorette as your on-stage Bachelor. Loaded with engaging audience participation including limo entrances, outrageous group dates and rose ceremonies – it’s a thrilling night of laughter, lively games and lighthearted connections. Experience an entire season of The Bachelor in one evening, “no strings attached.” $39-$199
David Sedaris Thursday, April 7 at 8 PM David Sedaris is one of America’s preeminent humor writers. In books such as 2020’s The Best of Me and his most recent, A Carnival of Snackery, his sardonic wit and incisive social critiques make him a master of satire and one of today’s most observant writers addressing the human condition. $39-$69
Your health and safety is paramount to us, and we have made many updates to our facility and procedures. Our policies are based on current federal and local guidelines at the time of the event, and are constantly evolving. Please refer to your preshow email before your event for the most up-to-date policies.
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April Tracy Morgan: No Disrespect Friday, April 8 at 8 PM Tracy Morgan is one of the most well-respected comedians in his field, known for his awardwinning role on 30 Rock, as well as Saturday Night Live and The Last O.G. Enjoy a night of unfiltered comedy as only Tracy can deliver! Mature audiences only. $49-$89 | Limited tickets!
Southside Johnny & The Asbury Jukes Saturday, April 9 at 8 PM Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes deliver their soul-searing brand of raucous rock, blues and R&B that has made them a Jersey institution since the 1970s. $39-$69
Paddington Gets in a Jam Sunday, April 10 at 1:30 PM and 4:30 PM Paddington is making his favorite marmalade jam but runs out of sugar, so he goes next door to borrow a cup from his neighbor, Mr. Curry. Mr. Curry, however, is in a panic because he is expecting a visitor; so Paddington volunteers to help him with his chores. Unfortunately for Paddington, his good intentions end up leading to chaos. Will Paddington be able to fix everything before Mr. Curry’s visitor arrives? Ages 3-9 $20-$30
Black Violin: The Impossible Tour Thursday, April 14 at 7:30 PM Black Violin is composed of classically trained violist and violinist Wil Baptiste and Kev Marcus who combine their classical training and hip-hop influences to create a distinctive multi-genre sound that is often described as “classical boom” to overcome stereotypes and encourage people of all ages, races, and economic backgrounds to join together to break down cultural barriers. Their most recent release, Take the Stairs, was nominated for Best Contemporary Instrumental Album Grammy. $29-$59
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April A Bronx Tale: A One Man Show starring Chazz Palminteri Friday, April 15 at 8 PM In 1989, Chazz Palminteri (The Usual Suspects) wrote a one-man show about a killing he saw in the Bronx when he was nine years old. It became a hit and the most sought after property since Rocky. This is the original one-man show he wrote and performed in 1989 that made him an in-demand character actor and served as the basis of the acclaimed movie and Broadway musical. $49-$89
One Night of Queen Saturday, April 16 at 8 PM Gary Mullen and the Works will rock you when they bring the music of Queen to life with note-by-note renditions of such classics as “Keep Yourself Alive,” “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “Another One Bites The Dust,” “Youʼre My Best Friend,” “Crazy Little Thing Called Love” and more. $29-$69 | Limited tickets!
Viva MOMIX Friday, April 22 at 8 PM MOMIX transports audiences from their everyday lives to a fantasy world through its trademark use of magical lighting and imagery. In an endless search for another gravity, Artistic Director Moses Pendleton combines athletic dance, riveting music, outrageous costumes, inventive props and pure talent to create an entertaining multimedia experience that will surprise, enchant and astonish. $29-$59
The Temptations and The Four Tops Saturday, April 23 at 8 PM Two legendary supergroups – together again! From “Baby, I Need Your Loving” to “My Girl,” enjoy an evening full of your favorite Motown memories from two classic 1960s hitmakers. $69-$109
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April - May Frank Ferrante in An Evening with Groucho Friday, April 29 at 8 PM Award-winning actor Frank Ferrante’s acclaimed portrayal of legendary comedian Groucho Marx features classic one-liners, anecdotes and songs including “Hooray for Captain Spalding.” The audience literally becomes part of the show as Ferrante ad-libs his way throughout the performance in grand Groucho style. $29-$59
B - The Underwater Bubble Show Saturday, April 30 at 3 PM & 7 PM Explore the wondrous underwater world of Bubblelandia as you go on an imaginary journey through the deep blue sea and explore a world inhabited by incredible creatures. This lavish production features dancers, acrobats, original music and fantastic bubble effects to create a dreamlike underwater atmosphere. $19-$49
Tusk Friday, May 6 at 8 PM Tusk is the top Fleetwood Mac tribute band in the world. Using no fancy gimmicks, Tusk performs the music of Fleetwood Mac to perfection with note by note renditions of your favorite hits such as “Don’t Stop,” “Go Your Own Way,” “Dreams” and “The Chain.” $29-$59
Saturday, May 7 at 8 PM Tickets $25 - $30 Get some comic relief with our popular stand-up series showcasing the rising stars of comedy. Mature themes, language. Adults only.
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May Rodgers & Hammerstein’s South Pacific Friday, May 13 at 8 PM & Saturday, May 14 at 2 PM and 8 PM Love transcends the harsh realities of war and prejudice in this sweeping Pulitzer Prize-winning tale centered around two unlikely love affairs. Set on a tropical island during World War II, this timeless Rodgers & Hammerstein classic features some of the most beautiful music ever composed woven into an inspiring story cherished the world over. Winner of ten Tony Awards, the beloved score’s songs include “Some Enchanted Evening,” “I’m Gonna Wash That Man Right Outa My Hair,” and “There is Nothin’ Like a Dame” amidst big, Broadway performances and a chorus of American sailors and Navy nurses ready to take you to Bali Ha’i. $59-$99
The Laurie Berkner Band Live! Sunday, May 15 at 1 PM & 4 PM Children’s music superstar Laurie Berkner returns for an all new music and dance party featuring the favorites your family has enjoyed for years. $19-$39 *$79 Gold Section includes Meet and Greet
Piff the Magic Dragon and Puddles Pity Party: Misery Loves Company Tour Thursday, May 19 at 7:30 PM Piff the Magic Dragon has won several Best of Las Vegas awards for his long-running show at The Flamingo. He was a viral sensation on Penn & Teller: Fool Us and voted one of Variety’s Top 10 Comics to Watch. In 2020, Piff was crowned winner of TBS’ Tournament of Laughs. Puddles Pity Party, the sad, giant clown with the golden voice, has amassed over 813K YouTube subscribers and performed sold out shows worldwide. Not bad for two “losers” from America’s Got Talent! $29-$69
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May - June The Electric Light Orchestra Experience featuring Evil Woman: The American ELO Friday, May 20 at 8 PM Enjoy the music of Electric Light Orchestra and hits such as “Telephone Line,” “Evil Woman,” “Turn to Stone” and “Mr. Blue Sky,” in this tribute performed by acclaimed session musicians who recreate the classic ELO sound. $29-$59
Chaka Khan Thursday, June 9 at 8 PM Chaka Khan is one of the world’s most gifted and celebrated musicians. The 10-time GRAMMY® Award winner has the rare ability to sing in seven music genres, including R&B, pop, rock, gospel, country, world music and classical. Chaka is revered by millions of fans as well as her peers for her timeless, classic and unmatched signature music style and ability on such hits as “Ainʼt Nobody,” “I Feel for You,” “Iʼm Every Woman” and “Through the Fire.” $69-$119
The Lords of 52nd Street: Legends of the Billy Joel Band Friday, June 10 at 8 PM Enjoy the music of Billy Joel as performed by his original band members! Featuring Richie Cannata on tenor saxophone, Liberty DeVito on drums and Russell Javors on rhythm guitar, these are the musicians who performed with Billy Joel in the 1970s and 1980s and were heard on albums such as The Stranger, 52nd Street, Glass Houses and The Nylon Curtain. $29 - $59
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June AM Productions presents
Wanda Sykes Saturday, June 11 at 8 PM Emmy winning stand up comic, writer, actress and producer Wanda Sykes has been entertaining audiences for over twenty years. She has ranked among Entertainment Weekly’s “25 Funniest People in America” and her peers have called her “one of the funniest stand-up comics” in the field. $49-$145 This event will use Yondr, which requires patrons to lock their mobile devices in a case as they enter the venue.
Melissa Etheridge One Way Out Tour Tuesday, June 14 at 7:30 PM Known for her confessional lyrics and raspy, smoky vocals, Melissa Etheridge has remained one of America’s favorite female singer-songwriters for more than two decades. Etheridge performs favorites and music from her latest release, One Way Out, a collection of songs she wrote back in the 80s and 90s that never made the cut – until now! $59-$109
Fiddler on the Roof Friday, June 17 at 7:30 PM Saturday, June 18 at 2 PM and 7:30 PM Tony®-winning director Bartlett Sher brings his fresh take on a beloved masterpiece to life as Fiddler on the Roof begins a North American tour direct from Broadway. A wonderful cast and a lavish orchestra tell this heartwarming story of fathers and daughters, husbands and wives, and the timeless traditions that define faith and family. To love! To life! $59-$109
Did you know? We’ve gone paperless - with MPAC’s Digital Program Book you can read program notes, artist bios and more, right on your mobile device! >> mayoarts.org/paperless
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June The Mavericks: En Español World Tour Tuesday, June 21 at 8 PM Widely respected as one of the most dynamic live music bands in the country, The Mavericks return with an added multi-cultural/ bilingual energy added to their musical melting pot. The genre-bending band puts their unique spin on Latin American music classics as heard on their acclaimed Spanish language album En Español, as well as new Mavericks originals, and many of their longtime fan favorite greatest hits. $39-$79
Happy Together Tour 2022 Thursday, June 23 at 7:30 PM An evening of hit after hit that will have you heading home whistling the soundtrack of the 60s and 70s! With The Turtles, Chuck Negron, formerly of Three Dog Night, The Association (“Windy,” “Never My Love”), Gary Puckett & the Union Gap, The Vogues (“Turn Around, Look at Me,” “Five OʼClock World”) and The Cowsills. $39-$89
Planning Your Visit Plan your next trip to MPAC with the help of our online Welcome Back Guide. Ticket buyers who provide their email addresses will receive an email prior to the show with event-specific information, including reserved parking options.
Parking Street parking and paid lots are available throughout Morristown. Check your preshow email or our online Visitor Information page for updated parking options pertaining to your specific show. Reserve your parking spot in advance! Available online 2-3 weeks prior to most performances, in the Verizon lot and the Presbyterian Church lot. Complimentary shuttle service is available for many performances to/from the Verizon lot and the DeHart Street garage.
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Accessibility: MPAC strives to make our venue accessible to all patrons. Check our website for information or call the box office for details. Please ensure the box office is aware of any special needs when you place your ticket order. An elevator is available to the balcony level.
Summer/Fall JULY Best of The Eagles Thursday, July 14 at 8 PM
Dion Thursday, July 21 at 8 PM
The Disco Nights Thursday, July 28 at 8 PM
AUGUST Boz Scaggs Wednesday, August 3 at 8 PM
Air Supply Thursday, August 18 at 8 PM
OCTOBER Masters of Illusion Saturday, October 8 at 7:30 PM
Jay Leno Thursday, October 13 at 8 PM
NOVEMBER Richard Marx: An Acoustic Evening of Love Songs Wednesday, November 2 at 7:30 PM
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Frequent buyer? Gain Season Ticketholder status! Buy 5 shows and earn rewards Qualify as a season ticket holder by purchasing tickets to five or more events! Upon purchasing your fifth qualifying performance for the 2021-2022 season, you earn presale access to newly added shows and ticket exchange privileges up to 48 hours prior to events. Tickets for shows presented through June 30, 2022 count toward your total.
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Education at MPAC
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MPAC is dedicated to providing exceptional arts education to children and adults of all ages and abilities. Our Performing Arts School (PAS), founded in 2006, is a performance-based theatrical training program which serves approximately 700 students per year with over 20 classes a week within a supportive and creative atmosphere.
For the latest news and summer class info, visit:
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MPAC is proud to offer The Miracle Project™ New Jersey, a fully inclusive program for children with autism and other special needs. For more information, please contact Education Director Cathy Roy at croy@mayoarts.org. Major support for The Miracle Project at MPAC is provided by Bruce Jacobs and Ken Levy of Jacobs Levy Equity Management.
MPAC’S 8th Annual Spring Musical Production School of Rock Friday, June 3 - Sunday, June 5 MPAC’s annual spring production returns to our stage for the first time in three years! Based on the hit movie, School of Rock is a loving testimony to the transformative power of music. On sale in April!
Proud Lead Sponsor: The annual spring production features a cast of talented young performers, ages 10 - 25.
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Starlight Society members can access the VIP Starlight Lounge prior to many performances.
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