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Local Talent at Hopewell Theater

Hopewell Theater’s popular performance showcase returns tonight, December 14 at 7pm, with a curated local lineup of short performances by artists from the area.

Patrons are encouraged to support their neighbors and regional talent by attending this lighthearted and entertaining event as audience members.

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December Events at Hopewell Theater

Here’s what’s in store at Hopewell Theater this December:

 

Lucy Kaplansky

Friday, December 2

Lucy Kaplansky is an acclaimed singer-songwriter of rare talent, “a truly gifted performer with a bag full of enchanting songs” (The New Yorker) and “the troubadour laureate of modern city folk” (The Boston Globe).

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Kendal Mountain Tour Comes to New Jersey

Over 40 years ago, back in October 1980, the town of Kendal (England) hosted a new, low-key, two-day event. Named the “Kendal Mountaineering Film Festival,” visitors experienced art, seminars, films, and photography. Little did they know what they had started, or how influential the event would become. 

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November Events at Hopewell Theater

Here’s what’s in store at Hopewell Theater this November:

 

Rhett Miller – Sunday, November 6

Texas native Rhett Miller is perhaps best known as the frontman of the Dallas-based alt-country band the Old 97’s,

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Historical Thriller-Comedy 18 ½ on the Big Screen with Live Directors Talk

In 1974, a White House transcriber finds the only copy of the infamous 18½-minute gap in Nixon’s Watergate tapes, but her attempts to leak it to the press run afoul of hippies, swingers, and nefarious forces. 

 

18½ is a thriller-comedy and historical fiction feature film with an award-winning run of twenty film festivals.

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These Fall Events Are Bringing Theatre to Hopewell Theater

Stand-up comedy, ventriloquism, Broadway musical performance, stage play, live discussion, and other performing arts are taking our stage this fall. 

Take time off to relax and laugh at one of our stand-up comedy nights, featuring famous comics like actor and broadcaster John Fugelsang and ventriloquist and magician John “Gemini” Lombardi.

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October Events at Hopewell Theater

Here’s what’s in store at Hopewell Theater this October:

 

THE PRICE OF SILENCE: Film + Dessert & Discussion – Thursday, October 6

New Jersey, the Garden State, is known for its produce, but not for the enslaved people who tilled the soil.

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Hopewell Theater’s Halloween Fright Fest Returns

Hopewell Theater’s Halloween Fright Fest returns with a classic lineup of Halloween, horror, and thriller films from October 26th through 30th.

Kids, families, and fans of horror, thriller, and classic film will enjoy the event’s lineup, which is as follows:

 

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Local Talents Take Center Stage at Hopewell Theater

Hopewell Theater is reopening on September 15 with a robust fall schedule. 

Providing a stage for emerging and established local talent has always been central to HT’s mission, and this fall season’s slate of programs will be a veritable showcase for just that.

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Live Music at HT This Fall

Folk. Rock. Blues. Roots. Alt-country. Punk. Pop. Worldbeat. Celtic. Broadway musical.

These are among the live music genres coming to Hopewell Theater. In anticipation of our amazing lineup, we’ve created a Fall 2022 Spotify playlist for you to explore. Use it to decide which concert to come to,

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September Events at Hopewell Theater

Here’s what’s in store at Hopewell Theater this September:

 

Your Stage at Any Stage: Open Mic Hosted By Michelle Klein – Thursday, September 1

Calling all singers, poets, and storytellers, neighbors near and far,

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American Rescue Plan Funds Can Benefit NJ’s Live Venues – NJIVA’s Testimony to the Governor’s Office

New Jersey Independent Venue Association (NJIVA) and Art Pride NJ are advocating for a 70 million dollar ARP relief bill for the arts, S2800/A4233, which will dedicate American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds to our creative industries. This bill includes funding for nonprofit and for-profit arts.

 

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Jonah Tolchin’s New Album Releases July 15

Born and raised in Princeton, New Jersey, acclaimed singer-songwriter and bluesman Jonah Tolchin returns to Hopewell Theater on Friday, July 29 for an album-release concert.

The album, Lava Lamp, releases Friday, July 15!

“I wanted to let go and cut loose with this album,” says Tolchin.

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How Did We Do?

Hopewell Theater has been presenting events for four seasons since our post-lockdown reopening in fall of 2021.

Your opinion matters to us, and helps guide our decisions moving forward almost a year later. Let us know how we’ve been doing and what you’d like to see in the future in our 2022 Post-Reopening Survey.

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Panelists & Supper Club Menu for Food for Thought: “Julia”

This spring, our popular series, The Art of Living Well (AOLW), continues with new AOLW Supper Clubs entitled Food for Thought.

AOLW is known for presenting diverse programs that explore ways of cultivating serenity, meaning, and a deeper connection to one’s self and the world.

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Meet the Panelists & Opener for May’s BLOW YO HORN Events

At Age 12, Syreeta Thompson knew the trumpet was the instrument for her. It was the loudest in the band, a way to be heard far above the noise of Chicago’s busy streets. Now, music fans have been singing her praises for over a decade.

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Panelists & Supper Club Menu for Food for Thought: “Oyster Farmers”

This spring, our popular series, The Art of Living Well (AOLW), returns with new AOLW Supper Clubs entitled Food for Thought.

AOLW is known for presenting diverse programs that explore ways of cultivating serenity, meaning, and a deeper connection to one’s self and the world.

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Celebrate Jazz Appreciation Month with Keith Spencer, Madeleine Peyroux, & Syreeta Thompson at HT

April is Jazz Appreciation Month, and Hopewell Theater is offering several live performances that celebrate the genre this month and next: live in concert performances by Keith Spencer, Madeleine Peyroux, and Syreeta Thompson.

 

KEITH SPENCER QUINTET: THAT OLD BLACK MAGIC

Friday,

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HT Mask Policy for Spring 2022

We understand Governor Murphy has lifted the mask-wearing requirement in public places. However, given the uncertain and changing nature of the COVID-19 virus, we reserve the right to continue to require masks at our events for everyone’s safety.* 

Like mass transit and airlines,

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Looking Forward to Live Music, Live Performance, Comedy, Film, and More This Spring

HOPEWELL, NJ (February 7, 2022) – After being closed for the winter, Hopewell Theater will be reopening in February with a Valentine’s Day show, followed by a robust spring schedule featuring a variety of live music, live performance, comedy, film, and special programs March through May of 2022.

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Hopewell Theater Heats Up for a Valentine’s Weekend Pop-Up Show

James Maddock Performs on February 12

HOPEWELL, NJ (January 19, 2022) – Hopewell Theater is heating up one night only this winter for a Valentine’s Day Weekend pop-up show. On Saturday, February 12 at 8:00pm, James Maddock will play songs from his prodigious solo catalog and beyond.

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On Being’s “Midwinter Gathering” at HT

Please join us on the winter solstice, Tuesday, December 21st, to enjoy ON BEING’s MIDWINTER GATHERING on our big screen.

In this program, On Being is offering via Zoom, “an hour of reflection, gentle ritual, and poetry to ponder all we’ve been living through — and orient ourselves generatively,

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Now Hiring at Hopewell Theater

Want to join the Hopewell Theater team? Learn more about our current opportunities listed below.
Digital, Print and Social Media Marketing Manager 
Full-Time with benefits working at Hopewell Theater offices in Hopewell, NJ

HT’s Digital, Print and Social Media Marketing Manager’s (DP&SM Marketing Manager) role will be to oversee the development of the company’s marketing and advertising strategy in association with HT’s Executive Director,

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HT Holiday Giveaway & Bonus Bucks

This December, Hopewell Theater is running two holiday promotions.

 

NEW YEAR’S GIFT CARD GIVEAWAY

Win a $25 gift card to Hopewell Theater!

To enter, submit your name and email at our sign up box in our lobby during any of our December events.

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October is Discover Jersey Arts Month

Governor Murphy has officially declared October 2021 Discover Jersey Arts Month!

“During recent times of crisis, people have turned to the arts for hope and healing, and our State’s artists and arts organizations have answered the call in innovative and inspiring ways,” the Governor stated in the official gubernatorial proclamation.

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Hopewell Theater Featured on Hopewell Valley Neighbors

This past September, Hopewell Theater and CEO Sara Scully featured on the front page of Hopewell Valley Neighbors!

Hopewell Valley Neighbors magazine covers the community of Hopewell Township, the Borough of Hopewell, and the Borough of Pennington.

“For Sara Scully,

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Hopewell Theater Wins NJBIA Award for Excellence

The New Jersey Business & Industry Association and New Jersey Business magazine announced 20 recipients for their annual Awards for Excellence, honoring member companies and business leaders whose energy and vision have had a positive impact on their employees, their communities,

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How To Use Bindle: Info to Patrons


How To Use Bindle

From time to time, upon artist request, we may require proof of vaccination or negative Covid-19 test via Bindle for all ticket holders upon admission to the show. Hopewell Theater has partnered with Bindle to verify proof of vaccination or negative test result on a mobile device.

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Health & Safety at HT This Fall

HT HEALTH & SAFETY
September 10th’s Reopening Celebration is right around the corner!

The safety of our patrons, staff, and talent is our top priority. We have spent the last year planning for a safe return to live events, including deep cleaning the theater,

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COVID-19 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Keep Safe @ HT

At Hopewell Theater, the safety of our patrons, talent, and staff is of utmost importance. We have developed new procedures and protocols with guidance from the CDC and in keeping with State mandates to keep you and your family safe upon your return to HT.

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Hopewell Theater Reopening!

After over a year of closure, Hopewell Theater is thrilled to announce that we are REOPENING!

This past week, Governor Murphy lifted capacity restrictions and six foot social distancing between patrons in New Jersey. With that, Hopewell Theater is now able to reopen its doors and sell shows at full capacity,

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New Jersey music venues are waiting for COVID relief from state and feds

Hopewell Theater was featured in this article by Chris Jordan from Asbury Park Press on May 17, 2021.

Like the Tom Petty song says, the waiting is the hardest part.

New Jersey live music venues are waiting for the disbursement of funds from both the federal Shuttered Venue Operators Grant,

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Theaters Get Creative to Engage Remote Audiences

Hopewell Theater was featured in this article by Joe Emanski on U.S. 1 on January 13, 2021.

The stages went dark before almost anyplace else.

In early March 2020, few people knew what to think about the looming COVID-19 pandemic.

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NJIVA looks to boost support for local live venues statewide

Hopewell Theater and the New Jersey Independent Venue Association (NJIVA) were featured in this article by Andrew Harrison on CentralJersey.com on December 21, 2020.

New Jersey Independent Venue Association (NJIVA) seeks to give live entertainment independent venues and promoters a stronger voice,

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Thank You for Your Support!

Thanks to everyone who watched our first ever livestream on Friday, October 30 with Central Jersey Show Dance Band, and to those who also donated to the NIVA’s #SOS Emergency Relief Fund – we raised $1,518 for #SOS!

Special thanks to NJ Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman for sharing on video her support for the SOS Act,

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Save Our Stages Fest October 16-18!

Hopewell Theater is a member of the National Independent Venue Association (NIVA) and proudly supports its efforts to keep our industry afloat at this time of financial crisis for venues. NIVA has been lobbying the federal government to pass the Save Our Stages Act, which provides support for independent live music venues that have lost nearly 100% of their revenue since the pandemic began in March,

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See Which NJ Representatives Supported Save Our Stages!

Thank you Representative Bonnie Watson Coleman, Rep. Christopher H. Smith, Rep. Albio Sires, Rep. Josh Gottheimer, Rep. Andy Kim, Rep. Tom Malinowski, and Rep. Jefferson Van Drew for signing on to support #SOS, the Save Our Stages legislation to rescue indie venues facing financial hardship at this time.

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Hopewell Theater Reopening Update

Greetings!

We miss our patrons.  We miss bringing you together at our emerging theater.  We miss the incredible artists and filmmakers who brought selectively eclectic shows to our stage and screen.

The Governor is now allowing venues like ours the opportunity to reopen at 25% capacity,

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Support Hopewell Theater Through Three Virtual Screenings!

Once Were Brothers: Robbie Robertson and The Band is a confessional and cautionary documentary about Robbie Robertson’s young life, and the creation of one of the most enduring groups in the history of popular music – The Band. The film blends rare archival footage, photography,

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🍄 See Fantastic Fungi at home while supporting Hopewell Theater 🍄

Tomorrow, Wednesday, March 26th, 2020, Hopewell Theater presents, Fantastic Fungi with an optional live Q&A for your enjoyment at home!  Because theaters are closed now and cannot screen the film, the filmmakers are making Fantastic Fungi available to rent or buy as a digital download purchase! 

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Where It All Comes Together, Digitally: Virtual Resources to Nourish You

During this time of unprecedented upheaval in our daily lives, Hopewell Theater still strives to provide you, our patrons, with cultural and artistic nourishment.

Peruse the list below for an article on mindfulness that The Art of Living Well lovers will enjoy, a tour-from-home by the Allman Betts Band and home sessions by Yo-Yo Ma’s Silkroad Ensemble composers,

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Hopewell Theater now temporarily closed according to state mandate.

Hopewell Theater is now closed according to state mandates and will remain so in compliance with state directives until they are lifted.  We hope you and your family remain safe and well at this time. We value each of our patrons and look forward to the day we can come together again. 

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Happy St. Patrick’s Day & Updated Box Office Hours

Hopewell Theater wishes you a Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Though our doors are temporarily closed, we wanted to stay in touch and check in from time to time. As we continue to monitor and navigate the Covid-19 crises, we are keeping you in our thoughts and hope you are staying well.

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Hopewell Theater to temporarily close for 2 weeks starting March 16

Dear Hopewell Theater patron,

The coronavirus, Co-Vid 19, situation is changing rapidly and each day we are learning more.  Your continued health remains our top priority. In light of the potential spread of the virus and the proven value of preventative planning to contain it,

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Your health and safety remains our top priority.

Dear Hopewell Theater patrons,

I consider you part of our thriving community of creatives and arts enthusiasts and your health and safety remains our theater’s top priority.  Hopewell Theater is in the business of bringing people together and in the midst of this coronavirus outbreak,

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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of March 9, 2020

This week at Hopewell Theater:

  • Tonight, as part of The Art of Living Well, see LOVE, WORK, AND KNOWLEDGE: THE LIFE AND TRIALS OF WILHELM REICH with a post-film panel discussion by four experts.
  • On Wednesday and Thursday, experience a staged,
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Hopewell Theater’s Spring 2020 Spotify Playlist Is Here

 

  • Check out our Spring 2020 Spotify Playlist to sample upcoming artists.
  • Our lineup for Spring includes a variety of artists covering diverse genres like folk, Celctic, contemporary jazz, and powerful vocals. 
  • Use our playlist to decide who you want to see,
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Spotlight NJ: The Montessori Story

Spotlight NJ: The Montessori Story

Spotlight New Jersey:
Born To Learn: The Montessori Story will open– at Hopewell Theater in Hopewell on Saturday, March 7th.
2 shows will be performed– at 11am and 1pm

Posted by Della Crews on Tuesday,

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The Revival of Old Theaters into Modern Time Capsules

  • Old theaters around the country are being renovated as modern art house cinemas that become escapes for people looking to have a richer experience watching film.
  • In the age of online streaming, these theaters provide an immersive experience that becomes a part of people’s memory of the film.
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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of February 24, 2020

This week at Hopewell Theater:

  • Tonight, as part of The Art of Living Well, watch AN ART THAT NATURE MAKES with a complimentary wine tasting and guided poetic response by Vasiliki Katsarou.
  • Closing Wednesday is A BEAUTIFUL DAY IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD the story of Mr.
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Town Topics Article: Montessori Musical “Born to Learn” Opens At Hopewell Theater March 7

By Donald Gilpin

“A transcendental experience” is how Alex Mitnick, Princeton Montessori School’s (PM) Emmy Award-winning music teacher, described the creation of Born to Learn: The Maria Montessori Story.

He wrote and produced the hour-long musical celebrating the life of Maria Montessori,

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Hopewell Theater Now Participating in New Jersey’s Families First Program

  • Hopewell Theater is pleased to announce our participation in the recently launched New Jersey’s Families First Discovery Pass Program!
  • Individuals and families in the Families First program will now have access to the arts via discounted and free tickets to many of our events.
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Famous Directors’ Favorite Movies of 2019

Which 2019 films did your favorite directors love? In this IndieWire article, famous directors share their favorite films released last year! What were your favorite films of 2019? And what are you looking forward to in 2020 this year?

  • Ana Lily Amirpour (The Bad Batch,
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Culture Seep: “Spanish, Very Spanish” Celebrates Everything Art & Living Through Dance!

by Mandee K. Hammerstein

“Looking at life from a different angle through dance, that infuses all things” is the theme, as stated when talking with Founder and Director Linda Erickson of Europium Dance Theater, regarding the company’s upcoming show “Spanish, Very Spanish,” running January 25th and 26th at Hopewell Theater.  

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Big Artists Are Coming to Small Venues

  • Major artists have started coming to small venues with low seating capacities more and more.
  • These “underplays” offer unique, close-up experiences that can’t be found in large, overcrowded arenas.
  • Hopewell Theater’s gives you a human experience with both established and emerging talent in a warm,
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We’re listening… please keep talking!

Though our search for the perfect restaurant partner continues, we still want to know what you want.  Over the past few months we’ve asked you via social media what you are craving and have been blown away by your responses.  While more research and other variables will be considered before we decide which direction to go in,

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Study Finds Live Concerts Increase Wellbeing & Life Expectancy!

  • A UK study found that even just 20 minutes of live music increases well-being better than yoga and dog-walking.
  • Live concerts were also found to increase feelings of self-worth, closeness to others, and mental stimulation.
  • Hopewell Theater’s warm, intimate venue makes it perfect for creating a uniquely close,
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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of November 24, 2019

This week at Hopewell Theater:

  • Closing this Wednesday with a cast of famous actors like Adam Driver, Annette Bening, and Jon Hamm is THE REPORT.
  • On Friday and Saturday BAND OF CHANGES brings the music featuring Chris Harford, Dave Dreiwitz,
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Jack Broadbent Brings His New Album to HT in February

  • Jack Broadbent recently released his newest album, Moonshine Blue.
  • Defying genre and categorization, the album is inspired by Broadbent’s travels.
  • See Jack Broadbent on Friday, February 7 – get tickets now during our Holiday Sale to waive ticketing fees.
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Give Hope to Families in Need November 22 through January 6

HomeFront and Hopewell Theater believe that for a full and rich life, one that truly breaks through the cycle of poverty, the human spirit needs nourishment.

Through HomeFront’s ArtSpace Program, the creative process becomes a tangible tool for self-expression,

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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of November 18, 2019

This week at Hopewell Theater:

  • On Tuesday, The Art of Living Well continues with THIS MOUNTAIN LIFE.
  • On Wednesday, head back to the Old West with SPAGHETTI WESTERN WEDNESDAYS: WEST OF THE DIVIDE.
  • On Thursday, SIERRA HULL, NOAM PIKELNY,
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And Then There was Chef Will Mooney

We would be remiss to not feature an ode to The Brother’s Moon in our quest for learning about the previous lives of 7 West Broad.  

While in our research we came across this wonderful social media post from July 21, 2016.  NJ Restaurant Life,

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Hopewell Theater’s Winter 2020 Spotify Playlist Is Here

  • Check out our Winter 2020 Spotify playlist to sample upcoming artists.
  • Our lineup for Winter includes a variety of artists covering diverse genres like roots, folk, swing, jazz, rock, and more.
  • Use our playlist to decide who you want to see,
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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of November 11, 2019

This week at Hopewell Theater:

  • On Thursday, SONNY LANDRETH & CINDY CASHDOLLAR show off their steel and slide guitar skills.
  • June Ballinger brings us her One Woman Play based on a true story, REMEMBRANCE DAY, on Friday.
  • The Shadowbox Theatre brings their family-friendly Thanksgiving tale, 
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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of November 4, 2019

This week at Hopewell Theater:

  • The Art of Living Well continues with the 5 friends cycling the path of the Dust Bowl Migration in THE BIKES OF WRATH.
  • Last chance to see the funny and uplifting BRITTANY RUNS A MARATHON on Thursday.
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Hopewell Theater is Looking for a Digital & Print Content Producer

Hopewell Theater is seeking a Digital & Print Content Producer (D&PC Producer) to join our marketing team to create memorable on-brand content that compels patrons to engage with HT’s content and brand overall.  The D&PC Producer will be responsible for creating all marketing assets –

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Hopewell Theater’s Holiday Sale, November 1 – January 6!

  • Hopewell Theater’s Holiday Sale begins today! Patrons will enjoy waived online ticketing fees on all live performances from November 1, 2019 through January 6, 2020 – no coupon code necessary! 
  • Give the gift that keeps on giving all year round! A Hopewell Theater Membership!
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Ring in the 20’s! A Vintage New Year’s Eve featuring Parlour Noir plus Brick Farm Tavern Supper Club

Reasons to go:

  • Ring in the 20’s to Philadelphia’s vintage swing band, Parlour Noir, and get swing lessons from a pro on New Year’s Eve!
  • Pick the dinner option to enjoy a 3-course dinner from Brick Farm Tavern to music before the party begins.
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The Market Before the Market at 7 West Broad : “My father was our butcher”

Another lead in our sleuthing pointed us to the Sansone family who moved to the area around 1914.  You may recognize the name, the farm they owned and worked throughout the 1900’s is still alive and active on Rt 518!  

Several weeks back we had the sincere pleasure of speaking with Cathy Sansone whose father,

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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of October 28, 2019

This week at Hopewell Theater:

  • Tonight, a witness to an unsuccessful murder finds himself the next target in THE BIRD WITH THE CRYSTAL PLUMAGE.
  • On Wednesday, the dead rise and the living attempt to survive the night in a farmhouse in the culturally treasured NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD.
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See the Man Inside the Legend with Clarence Clemons: Who Do I Think I Am?

Reasons to watch:

  • E Street Band’s legendary saxophone player, Clarence Clemons, was a man everyone seemed to love, and an integral part of the Springsteen experience.
  • The film follows his journey to China, where he sought enlightenment, and the time beyond,
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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of October 21, 2019

This week at Hopewell Theater:

  • The Art of Living Well continues with the teachings and legacy of American guru Ram Dass with BECOMING NOBODY.
  • This year’s Halloween Fright Fest begins Thursday with the Lovecraft-inspired RE-ANIMATOR, and an optional dinner from The Peasant Grill.
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The Pagano Family: Hopewell Village Market

Last week we had the pleasure of giving Vito Pagano a tour of the in-progress 7 West Broad.  Mr. Pagano is the son of Angelo and Joanie Pagano who owned the Hopewell Village Market for nearly two decades.  He had a lifetime of wonderful stories and memories to share!

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Hopewell Theater’s Halloween Fright Fest Is Back!

Reasons to watch:

  • Get into the Halloween spirit with a lineup of classic horrors, thrillers, and slashers.
  • Bring the whole family to see Casper for a child-friendly, not-too-spooky Halloween experience. Or, bring your friends, test your bravery, and experience movies that were the pinnacles of their time.
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Hopewell Theater and Baxter Construction Win Qualified Remodeler Magazine’s Silver Master Design Award

Hopewell Theater and Baxter Construction are honored to receive the Silver Master Design Award presented by Qualified Remodeler Magazine.

The Master Design Awards highlight creative solutions in the construction of extraordinary projects, and have been going on for 41 years. The silver was awarded for the renovation and rebirth of this historic theater,

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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of October 14, 2019

This week at Hopewell Theater:

  • Tuesday night is PECHA KUCHA NIGHT, where community members share stories and talk about topics in 20 slides for 20 seconds each.
  • Spaghetti Western Wednesdays continue with THE OUTLAW. Enjoy a delicious spaghetti dinner with the film!
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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of October 7, 2019

This week at Hopewell Theater:

  • The Art of Living Well continues with ANTHROPOCENE: THE HUMAN EPOCH, a cinematic meditation on humanity’s massive re-engineering of the planet on Tuesday.
  • Comedians Adam Oliensis, Kyle Ocasio, and Brett Druck bring AGED WHINE: STAND-UP FOR GROWN-UPS on Friday.
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What are you hungry for?

As we envision the future of 7 West Broad we want to bring forth delicious and interesting food, build relationships with local farmers and artisans, produce special programming built around guest chefs, artists, writers, and musicians, and, perhaps even a local larder.  While we continue to search for the right partner to help bring our restaurant to life,

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Take the Stage and Tell a Story at Hopewell Theater This Fall

Calling all storytellers! Community members are invited to take the stage here at Hopewell Theater for PECHA KUCHA NIGHT in October and MAP OF ABUNDANCE, A COMMUNITY READING in November.

 

Pecha Kucha Nights are informal, fun gatherings where creative people get together to tell stories.

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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of September 30, 2019

This week at Hopewell Theater:

  • Photographer Jay Maisel grapples with time, life, change, and the end of an era in New York City with JAY MYSELF, closing Thursday.
  • Silk Road Ensemble composers MIKE BLOCK & SANDEEP DAS bring cello and tabula to HT on Friday.
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Celebrate International Podcast Day with HT’s Podcast, This Really Happened

September 30th is International Podcast Day, a celebration of the power of podcasts. 

Hopewell Theater has its own podcast, a series called “This Really Happened… Storytelling at HT.” Recorded live at Hopewell Theater and hosted by Joey Novick, a rotating cast of some of the most hilarious and moving storytellers around take center stage and tell all.

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An Evening of Cross Cultural Musical Composition at HT

Reasons to listen:

  • A pioneering cellist, Mike Block is passionate about cross cultural collaboration and expanding opportunities for musicians of all backgrounds.
  • India’s top Tabla maestro, Sandeep Das is a regular at famous music halls and performances, having started at the age of 7 in the centuries-old Indian tradition.
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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of September 23, 2019

This week at Hopewell Theater:

  • The Art of Living Well continues with THE EDGE OF PARADISE, a documentary about the ragtag group of hippies, vets, and more who set up a treehouse village on the Hawaiian shore.
  • Photographer Jay Maisel grapples with time,
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Be Transformed by the Wisdom of Spiritual Guru Ram Dass

Reasons to watch:

  • Ram Dass, now 88, is an American spiritual guru whose life was changed by the psychedelic psilocybin and his own teacher, Maharaj-ji, who he met in India.
  • One of Ram Dass’ own students created the documentary Becoming Nobody to collect and share his teachings with the hopes of transforming future generations.
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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of September 16, 2019

This week at Hopewell Theater:

  • Witness how modern changes impact the last member of a line of Macedonian wild beekeepers in HONEYLAND, closing tonight.
  • Head back to the wild west with John Wayne’s BLUE STEEL, the first of Fall’s Spaghetti Western Wednesdays.
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Why Folk & Acoustic Fans Should Get Tickets Now

Reasons to watch:

  • With a famously creative ancestry, Johnny Irion’s writing and musical talents shine in his latest album.
  • Darren Jessee’s first solo album is quiet and intimate, defying genres and focusing on the delicate beauty of songwriting.
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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of September 9, 2019

This week at Hopewell Theater:

  • Exploring the relationship between art and madness, ART & MIND starts HT’s fall lineup of The Art of Living Well on Tuesday.
  • DAVID CROSBY: REMEMBER MY NAME closes this Thursday – last chance to catch it!
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Before: The American Stores Co

HISTORY

7 West Broad: once a hardware store, a market and butcher, a jewelry store…We are in the throes of discovering the rich past of this iconic building, with help from our local historical society and neighbors.  We want to pay homage to what 7 West Broad (and 9 West,

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This Weekend Brings Two Spectacular Live Shows

Reasons to watch:

  • This weekend HT brings two selectively eclectic live shows to the stage!
  • Michael Menes performance pays homage to the travelogue, and will include juggling, miming, comedy, travelogue videos, and more.
  • Danielia Cotton returns home with a sixth album soon to be released –
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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of September 2, 2019

This week at Hopewell Theater:

  • Witness the story of the first ever all-female crew to enter the Whitbread Round the World yacht race in MAIDEN.
  • World traveler, juggler, mime, and video comedian MICHAEL MENES comes to entertain the whole family on Friday night!
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Hopewell Theater Receives Tourism “All-Star” Award from Princeton-Mercer Regional Convention & Visitors Bureau

Hopewell Theater has been awarded theTribute to Tourism Award by the by the Princeton-Mercer Regional Convention & Visitors Bureau [CVB]. The awards honor leaders in the tourism industry who have enhanced and expanded tourism through their enthusiasm, passion and dedication, and have made a significant, promotional or economic impact to the industry of the Princeton-Mercer Region.

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Hopewell Theater Closed Monday For Labor Day

In observance of Labor Day, Hopewell Theater will be closed on Monday, September 2. Our box office and administrative offices will reopen on Tuesday, September 3 at 9 am. Have a wonderful holiday weekend!

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Fall Events for the Whole Family at Hopewell Theater

Reasons to watch:

  • Bring your kids and grandkids to HT for an experience you won’t get anywhere else!
  • See your favorite childhood classics – like Snoopy, Casper, and E.T. – on the big screen with our Family Matinees.
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Town Topics article: Hopewell Theater to Expand as Arts Hub with Restaurant Purchase

By Wendy Greenberg

Hopewell Theater, the recently-revamped club-style arts hub on South Greenwood Avenue, will be able to expand its programming with the addition of a new restaurant.

Renovations on the restaurant at 7 West Broad Street, formerly The Brothers Moon,

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Barebones: Revealing a Revolution at The Restaurant at 7 West Broad

Several weeks ago the interior demolition on our restaurant at 7 West Broad began.  While we always knew the restaurant was actually two neighboring buildings pieced together, we had no idea, until we started gutting the building, how dramatically that fact would be revealed!  Check it out:

When standing in what-was-the-kitchen looking out to what-was-the-dining room,

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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of August 26, 2019

This week at Hopewell Theater:

  • Last week to take advantage of our END OF SUMMER SALE discounts on films and live music, ending August 31!
  • Our final Crybaby Matinees is on Thursday morning with A BOY NAMED CHARLIE BROWN.
  • A funny,
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Live Acts, Comedy, Theatre, & Community Talks at Hopewell This Fall

Reasons to watch:

  • An eclectic array of performances this fall include a juggling travelogue act, one-woman show, and children’s stage play highlights the variety of programming this fall at HT. 
  • Funny never gets old and with our monthly comedy performances,
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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of August 19, 2019

This week at Hopewell Theater:

  • Last chance to catch THE CAT RESCUERS before it closes on Thursday!
  • See the hit classic, DIRTY DANCING, Wednesday night with an optional BBQ dinner from Entrata.
  • On Thursday, experience the original WOODSTOCK festival in the famous,
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HT’s End of Summer Sale is here!

The dog days of summer are winding down which means our “End of Summer” Sale has begun!

Enjoy Buy One Get One Free for all movie tickets!

Plus, we’re waiving ticketing fees on all live music shows.

As an added bonus, 

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ROI New Jersey News Article: Hopewell Theater expands with new restaurant

The Hopewell Theater will be expanding to include a new restaurant, according to Sara Scully of ScullyOne Productions and the theater’s co-founder.

The restaurant will be located at 7 West Broad St. in Hopewell, she said.

Scully, who opened the theater in 2017 and led its interior fit out renovation and branding startup phase,

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Fulfilling the Vision: HT’s Quest For The Right Restaurant Partner Continues

Purchasing the former Brother’s Moon restaurant at 7 West Broad Street earlier this year was not a decision we came to lightly.  The Brother’s Moon had been a staple in our community for nearly 20 years (not to mention the building’s prior history, but more to come on that!) and remains a beloved piece of dining nostalgia for neighbors,

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Hopewell Theater’s Fall 2019 Spotify Playlist is here!

Reasons to listen:

  • Check out our Fall 2019 Spotify playlist to sample upcoming artists.
  • Our lineup for Fall includes a variety of artists covering diverse genres like folk, bluegrass, blues, rock, and more.
  • Use our playlist to decide who you want to see,
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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of August 5, 2019

This week at Hopewell Theater:

-New York City’s hottest hot jazz group The Bailsmen return to HT on Thursday night for another performance that will surely have you on your feet.

-Comedian James Camacho brings the laughs Friday night as he muses on his Puerto Rican and Chinese heritage.

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Hopewell Theater Co-Founder, Sara Scully To Lead HT Expansion

Sara Scully, ScullyOne Productions, Hopewell Theater’s co founder and the woman whose vision breathed life into the renovated historic theater’s relaunch will lead the theater’s expansion to include its recently acquired restaurant at 7 West Broad Street, and oversee the arts hub as a whole. 

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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of July 29, 2019

This week at Hopewell Theater, tonight the Mad Kings open for the Matt O’Ree Band as they celebrate their new album. On Thursday, bring the little guys to our Crybaby Matinee of the classic sci-fi film Back to the Future, in which a California teen is accidentally sent back in time by his eccentric scientist friend.

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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of July 22, 2019

This week at Hopewell Theater, Thursday night don your best Bowie look and get ready to party at HT’s Bowie Ball! Dance the night away with friends to the greatest hits of the 70s and 80s, belt your heart out at karaoke from 8 to 9 pm –

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Jonah Tolchin Brings Americana to Hopewell This Fall

New Jersey native Jonah Tolchin, who will be coming to Hopewell Theater in October, is preparing for the release of his new, full-length album, Fires for the Cold. A singer-songwriter who covers genres like blues, folk, and folk rock, Tolchin joins forces with an well-regarded names in the roots landscape,

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The Matt O’Ree Band Brings Their New Singles to Hopewell

Over the past few years, the New Jersey-based Matt O’Ree Band has done what most area bands do. They’ve played their shows, developed their sound, released their records, and very quietly built a massive fan base in the process. What makes this band different from all the others is that their local fan base includes Bruce Springsteen,

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On Our Stage and Screen – Week of July 8, 2019

This week at Hopewell Theater has a packed schedule. We begin tonight and again on Saturday with Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew on the big screen, in which an alternate history 1500’s England is a matriarchy. On Thursday we’re having a sensory-friendly Crybaby Matinee of The Phantom Tollbooth,

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Closed 4th of July + Sneak Peek at Weekend Events

In observance of Independence Day, Hopewell Theater will be closed on Thursday, the Fourth of July. Our box office and administrative offices will reopen on Friday, July 5th at 9 am. Stay safe and have a great holiday!

 

Then, this weekend,

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Concessions Closed Tonight

Due to unforeseen circumstances, concessions will be closed tonight. We will be offering one free, complimentary popcorn per person instead. We apologize for any inconvenience. Please call the Box Office (609-466-1964) with any additional questions.

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Live On Our Stage This Summer

Hopewell Theater is known for its selectively eclectic lineup of films, storytelling events, stand-up comedy acts, and live music, but did you know we also host live performances here too?

See what’s on our stage in the coming months:

 

Summer Lovin’

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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of June 24, 2019

This week at Hopewell Theater, get ready to “Let Loose” with comedians Jackie Byrne and Marion Grodin on Friday night! On Saturday, Grammy winning Steve Pullara brings his popular Cool Beans Music to the stage – put on your dancing shoes for a lively and upbeat show that your children will remember for a lifetime!

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How do you like us now? Give us your feedback, get free tickets, and be entered to win a grand prize!

As we near our second anniversary, we are exploring ways in which we can better serve our customers and we want to hear from you! We value your time and have kept the survey short to about 10 minutes.

As a ‘thank you’ for completing the survey,

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Bring the Kids to Summer Stars Theater Camp This July

Kids, get ready to take the stage at Hopewell Theater for our Summer Stars Theater Camp! Running Monday through Friday, 1:30-5:00pm from July 8th to July 19th, this camp is for kids 1st through 7th grade who want to learn and experience theater with the guidance of experts.

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On Our Stage and Screen – Week of June 17, 2019

This week at Hopewell Theater, classic cinema abounds! Tonight, the sweeping epic LAWRENCE OF ARABIA is on our screen, a part of our Wayback Wednesday series which revisits some of the best of the best of repertory and cult cinema classics. On Thursday, Albert and David Maysles’

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Witness History at Hopewell Theater

Next week, Hopewell Theater is showing two historic and important films on our screen. On Wednesday, June 19th we present the classic, epic tale of British Lieutenant T.E. Lawrence (played by Peter O’Toole in his breakout role) in Lawrence of Arabia,

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Remodel of HT’s Restaurant by Baxter Construction begins!

The remodel by Baxter Construction of the recently purchased former Brother’s Moon restaurant at 7 West Broad Street, Hopewell, New Jersey began this week.

The first phase of the renovation with Baxter Construction will be to gut the building and stabilize the building infrastructure.

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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of June 10, 2019

This week at Hopewell Theater, on our stage, Comedians John Poveromo and Joanne Filan have your does of laughs covered at our next comedy night Wednesday. On Saturday evening, award-winning Sarah Dash sings in tribute to her friend Aretha Franklin. On our screen, our ongoing series The Art of Living Well continues with SAMSARA tonight,

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Showcase Your Brand at Hopewell Theater

Reach new audiences with Hopewell Theater by showcasing your business, organization or cause at our shows! We provide a variety of customizable advertising opportunities for businesses and organizations to reach new audiences with their message.

WAYS TO GET FEATURED AND ADVERTISE AT HT

On Screen Ad: Put your ad on screen before all films and on our digital signage slideshow before all live shows.

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New Jersey Monthly article: Comedian John Poveromo Crafts Most of His Jokes on Stage

For John Poveromo, every show is different. The comedian is likely to change his set on the spot based on the crowd and whatever is on his mind.

Born in Brooklyn and raised in Toms River, Poveromo says the fast-paced nature of Jersey living inspires his on-the-fly style.

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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of June 3, 2019

This week at Hopewell Theater, Carbon Leaf takes the stage on Thursday with their electrifying live music show. Pulling from folk, Americana, roots and rock traditions, the Virginia quintet’s lively sound features vocal harmony, acoustic & electric guitars, mandolin, fiddle, bass, drums, cello, banjo, penny whistle,

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Tonight’s show cancelled: Funny Stories with Gastor Almonte – Friday, May 31

Unfortunately, due to unforeseen circumstances, Gastor Almonte is unable to make it to Hopewell Theater tonight, 5/31/19, and Funny Stories has been canceled. We are hoping to reschedule the performance and will keep you updated on the status of the rescheduled performance.

If the performance is rescheduled,

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Learn the Art of Living Well at Hopewell Theater This Summer

Hopewell Theater is proud to continue our “Art of Living Well” series, which features inspiring films, speakers, and interactive discussions that explore ways of cultivating serenity, meaning and a deeper connection to one’s self and the world. We’re particularly excited about our upcoming slate of Art of Living Well summer events,

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On Our Screen & Stage – Week of May 27, 2019

This week at Hopewell Theater, award-winning stand up comedian, storyteller, writer, and host Gastor Almonte performs. His new album, Immigrant Made, recently debuted at #1 on the Amazon comedy charts, #1 on the Google Play comedy charts, and #2 on the iTunes comedy charts. Comedians Andrew McGill,

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Hopewell Theater will be closed on Memorial Day – Monday, May 27

Hopewell Theater remembers and deeply appreciates the sacrifices those in our armed forces have made. In observance of Memorial Day, our box office and administrative offices will be closed on Monday, May 27, reopening Tuesday, May 28 at 9 am.

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Get in the Groove with HT’s Spotify Playlists

Did you know you can listen to music that’s played at Hopewell Theater for free on Spotify? We showcase diverse and talented music acts every month and the best way to delve into the selectively eclectic range of who’s played in the past or sample who’ll be featured in the future is with our curated playlists.  

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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of May 20, 2019

This week at Hopewell Theater, prolific singer-songwriter Damien Jurado performs songs off of his new album, In The Shape Of A Storm, on Wednesday night. Anna St. Louis opens. Then, three great films on our screen this week: Aretha Franklin doc AMAZING GRACE, closes Thursday.

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A Night to Remember: Sarah Dash Pays Tribute to Her Friend Aretha Franklin This June

Aretha Franklin, who died this past August at age 76, is now a Pulitzer Prize winner.

The “Queen of Soul” is the first individual woman to receive the special citation prize, thanks to over 50 years of impassioned contribution to American music and culture.

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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of May 13, 2019

This week at Hopewell Theater, our continuing series The Art of Living Well explores the power of mantra with a Tuesday night screening of MANTRA: SIGHTS INTO SOUNDS with a post-film discussion led by Princeton’s own mantra master Suzin Green. Shakespeare fans won’t want to miss Wednesday or Saturday’s cinematic premiere of the Royal Shakespeare Company’s AS YOU LIKE IT.

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Fun Events For The Whole Family All Summer Long at Hopewell Theater

Grown-ups aren’t the only ones having a great time at Hopewell Theater – kids will have plenty of fun options this summer that the whole family can enjoy.

 

Want to catch a movie with the kids, but don’t want to stay out too late?

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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of May 6, 2019

On our stage this week at Hopewell Theater, the historic Bread and Puppet Theater will present their new play, Diagonal Man: Theory and Praxis, on Thursday. Diagonal Man brings all the bewildering, beguiling, and downright funny possibilities and implications of diagonality to life with song,

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Comedy & Storytelling on HT’s Stage All Summer

What happens when the engine falls out of your car in the middle of the road? How does an injury and an exotic dancer teach a young man a very valuable lesson? Each month at Hopewell Theater, questions like these are answered when a rotating cast of some of the most hilarious and moving storytellers around take center stage and tell all.

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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of April 29, 2019

This week at Hopewell Theater, we have our last installment of This Really Happened…Storytelling at HT before a summer break. You can still get your storytelling fix via our new podcast that features previous installments – a new episode is released the first Friday of every month.

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Hopewell Valley News article, New Restaurant On Tap To Serve Hopewell Theater Patrons

Hopewell Valley News article: New Restaurant On Tap To Serve Hopewell Theater Patrons

After taking in a show, theatergoers have been provided with an easy means to enjoy a dinner afterwards.

The former Brother’s Moon restaurant will soon be serving up patrons and guests of the Hopewell Theater.

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Hopewell Theater Selects Award-Winning Baxter Construction for Restaurant Renovation

Hopewell Theater has selected the award-winning Baxter Construction as the contractor to renovate their recently acquired restaurant property, the former Brother’s Moon restaurant at 7 West Broad Street, Hopewell, New Jersey.  

“After winning with Baxter both the regional award for ‘Best Commercial Interior’ from NARI and a ‘New Good Neighbor Award’ from NJBIA for the Hopewell Theater renovation,” says Sara Scully,

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Hopewell Theater and Baxter Construction win National Association of the Remodeling Industry award for Best Commercial Interior

We are proud to announce that Hopewell Theater’s revitalization with the design-build team of Baxter Construction has been recognized by the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) with a Regional Contractor of the Year (CotY) Award for Best Commercial Interior.

Hopewell Theater,

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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of April 22, 2019

This week at Hopewell Theater, Hall of Fame drummer and member of Bruce Springsteen’s E Street Band, Max Weinberg, stops by with his popular Jukebox show on Thursday night. A truly interactive experience, audience members pick the songs Max and his band play in real time.

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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of April 15, 2019

This week at Hopewell Theater, we screen four fantastic films and welcome one of the great American singer/songwriters, Chris Smither, to our stage. Tuesday night, journey to the ancient forests of the northern hemisphere, revealing the profound connection that exists between trees and human during CALL OF THE FOREST: THE FORGOTTEN WISDOM OF TREES,

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Live in Concert! Max Weinberg Jukebox: “It’s A Party, Not A Concert”

If you couldn’t tell by now, all of us here at Hopewell Theater are buzzing with excitement about our upcoming live concert by Max Weinberg’s Jukebox on April 25th! If you don’t know the gist of the show, then we’ve got you covered. This isn’t your average rock and roll show,

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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of April 8, 2019

This week at Hopewell Theater, we are proud to partner with Princeton Public Library’s Princeton Environmental Film Festival on a free screening of THE WORLD BEFORE YOUR FEET: For over six years, Matt Green has been walking every street in New York City, over 8000 miles,

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Summer Stars Theater Camp at HT!

Hopewell Theater is proud to announce our very own Summer Stars theater camp! Kids from 1st through 7th grade are invited to attend afternoons that will be filled with fun, hands-on theater arts activities that explore character, movement, costuming, and backstage jobs. No prior experience in theater or stage is required!

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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of April 1, 2019

This week, another installment of This Really Happened…Storytelling at HT is upon us! The cast for the Friday, April 5 show includes Angela Cobb, Andy Christie, Paul Lyons, and David Winston, with host Joey Novick. Audience members can sign up before the show for our storytelling open mic,

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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of March 25, 2019

Another exciting week at Hopewell Theater! On our screen this week, we open WOMAN AT WAR on Friday. Halla is a 50-year-old environmental activist who crusades against the local aluminum industry in Iceland. As her actions grow bolder, her life changes in the blink of an eye when she’s finally granted permission to adopt a girl from the Ukraine.

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Hopewell Theater Purchases Former Brother’s Moon Restaurant

Hopewell Theater’s owners are proud to announce they have purchased the former Brother’s Moon restaurant at 7 West Broad Street, Hopewell, New Jersey.  The acquisition will give patrons a place to dine before a show, parking and special value-added events related to theater programming.

“We are thrilled to add a restaurant that will share the same level of artistry and intimacy of HT,” says Executive Director and theater Co-Founder,

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A Cinematic Event 50 Years In The Making: APOLLO 11 and the Golden Age of Documentary Filmmaking

It’s no surprise that all of us here at HT love the art of cinema and it goes without saying that we’re big fans of documentary films as well. One documentary that’s been causing a ton of buzz recently is APOLLO 11, which we’re excited to be presenting March 23rd to March 28th.

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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of March 18, 2019

This week at Hopewell Theater, learn about Paramahansa Yogananda, the Hindu Swami who brought yoga and meditation to the West in the 1920s, during Tuesday night’s screening of AWAKE: THE LIFE OF YOGANANDA. Presented in partnership with Princeton Center for Yoga and Health, Rama Ramanathan will introduce the film and lead a post-film discussion after the film.

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New Song from HT Favorite – Damien Jurado

Hopewell Theater is thrilled to host singer/songwriter Damien Jurado on May 22nd with special guest Anna St. Louis! Jurado has been writing and touring since the late 90’s and has built up a catalog of songs that have delved into a multitude of genres such as pop,

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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of March 11, 2019

This week, two great live music shows and a celebration of Irish arts and culture at Hopewell Theater! Thursday night, don’t miss a special acoustic show with White Lion’s Mike Tramp and Motley Crue’s John Corabi on Thursday night. Friday night, we kick off our new film series,

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The Hopewell Premiere of “Show Up, Kids!”

There’s something for everyone to enjoy at Hopewell Theater and that includes our younger audiences! We pride ourselves on hosting Crybaby and Family Matinees for films, and also special events like children’s theatre and live music performances as well.

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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of February 5, 2019

Storytelling, documentaries, brunch club, and so much more this week at Hopewell Theater! Tonight, be transported to the gardens of famous landscape designer Piet Oudolf in FIVE SEASONS: THE GARDENS OF PIET OUDOLF, a part of our ongoing series, The Art of Living Well. Friday night,

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CatVideoFest 2019 Comes To HT!

Here at Hopewell Theater we pride ourselves on bringing interesting and unique programming to our audiences—which is why we’re incredibly excited to hold two screenings in March of CatVideoFest 2019!

Each year, CatVideoFest curates a compilation reel of the latest, best cat videos pulled from countless hours of unique submissions,

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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of February 26, 2019

This week at Hopewell Theater, director of BOYS and MY NEW GUN, Stacy Cochran, stops by Friday night for a post-film Q/A after a screening of her newest film, WRITE WHEN YOU GET WORK. Saturday night, two of the rising stars in comedy, Dina Hashem and LeClerc Andre,

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Highlights from The Art of Living Well series at Hopewell Theater

Hopewell Theater is proud to continue our “Art of Living Well” series which features inspiring films, speakers, and interactive discussions that explore ways of cultivating serenity, meaning and a deeper connection to one’s self and the world. We’re particularly excited about our upcoming slate of spring events!

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HT Closed Today Due To Inclement Weather

Hopewell Theater will be closed for the remainder of the day, February 20th, due to inclement weather. There will be no 7 pm screening of THE WIFE tonight. Stay safe out there!

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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of February 18, 2019

This week, we explore the genesis of the organic food movement on Tuesday at 7 pm with EVOLUTION OF ORGANIC, a part of our ongoing series The Art of Living Well. Rock icon Willie Nile blew the roof off HT at his last visit –

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On Our Screen and Stage – Valentine’s Day Weekend

Love is in the air this weekend at Hopewell Theater!

Don’t miss a special Valentine’s Day screening of the beloved American classic, CASABLANCA, this Thursday at 8 pm or again on Saturday at 2:15 pm. On Saturday night, surprise your Valentine with an intimate date night featuring the warm ‘Gypsy Jazz’ tunes of The Hot Club of Philadelphia at 8 pm!

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The Felice Brothers and Damien Jurado Coming To HT This May!

While we’re on the subject of discovering new music, Hopewell Theater is excited to announce two upcoming shows that you definitely don’t want to miss! Whether you’ve been a fan of these artists since day one, or just need some new sounds to soothe your soul,

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Discover New Music at HT

We’ve all been there, stuck in a music groove listening to the same favorite tracks.  Research shows that by age twenty-eight most people have hit it.  HT is here for you.  If you’re there, and need new music in your life, then look no further than our diverse lineup of musical acts.

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Suzin Green in Princeton U.S.1

If you’re looking for new sounds and an experience that transcends the ordinary, then look no further than the music of Suzin Green and allow yourself to travel the vibrant pathways of pure sound. With Green’s astounding vocals, Daniel Johnson’s powerful percussion grooves, and Tom Spiker’s virtuoso guitars,

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St. Patrick’s Day Weekend at HT!

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day weekend at Hopewell Theater with some of the best of Irish culture: live Irish-American music by Mick Moloney and the Green Fields of America, a special Irish meal offering, and several screenings of classic Irish films!

In addition, each program will feature an optional special Saint Patrick’s $20 meal deal —

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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of Feb 4, 2019

This week at Hopewell Theater,  walk 500+ miles of the Camino de Santiago, a spiritual long walk in Spain, on Tuesday night at 7 pm when WALKING THE CAMINO: SIX WAYS TO SANTIAGO screens as part of our ongoing series, The Art of Living Well.

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Write When You Get Work: Special Screening with Director Stacy Cochran

New Jersey native Stacy Cochran will be at Hopewell Theater on Friday, March 1 at 8 pm for a screening of her latest film WRITE WHEN YOU GET WORK — a thorny romantic comedy set in New York City at a private school for girls and in the world outside its exclusive walls.

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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of January 28, 2019

There’s a lot on our stage and screen this week! As we get ready for our Silver Screen Awards Party on Sunday, February 24, we’re bringing back some of the nominated films for another chance to see as they were intended! Nominated for SIX Academy Awards including Best Picture and Best Director,

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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of January 21, 2019

This week FREE SOLO and BEN IS BACK close to make way for two docs, the popular Mr. Rogers doc WON’T YOU BE MY NEIGHBOR opening Friday and the eye-opening campaign finance exploratory DARK MONEY on Sunday. Saturday night, up and coming bluegrass group from Northampton,

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Valentine’s Day “Date Night” at Hopewell Theater: CASABLANCA and Moroccan Supper Club

Hopewell Theater is excited to host a special “date night” celebration of Valentine’s Day with a screening of the classic romance film “CASABLANCA” paired with an optional Moroccan supper on Valentine’s Day, Thursday, February 14, 2019.

An undisputed masterpiece and perhaps Hollywood’s quintessential statement on love and romance,

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VIP Tickets to Max Weinberg’s Jukebox – Available Now!

Max Weinberg has had one of the most prolific careers any drummer could dream of. Having served as the longtime drummer for Bruce Springsteen’s E Street Band, and the bandleader for Conan O’Brien on Late Night and The Tonight Show, Weinberg has solidified his place as a drumming virtuoso.

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Box Office Hours for MLK Jr. Day

“If we are to have peace on earth,…our loyalties must transcend our race, our tribe, our class, and our nation; and this means we must develop a world perspective.” – Martin Luther King, Jr.

 

Hopewell Theater honors the memory and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr who was a champion of peace in a tumultuous time.

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Hopewell Theater at the Senior Resource Fair

Hopewell Theater is proud to be represented at the Hopewell Valley Senior Services’ Senior Resource Fair! Drop in anytime to enjoy a free lunch from Brandywine Senior Living, as well as get information about helpful resources, businesses, and organizations in the area. There is no registration required.

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BEN IS BACK Continues This Week

Lucas Hedges is shaping up to be one of the finest young actors of this generation. Earning himself an Oscar nomination for his performance in MANCHESTER BY THE SEA soon after his twenty-first birthday, Hedges continued to showcase his talents with supporting roles in acclaimed films such as LADY BIRD and THREE BILLBOARDS OUTSIDE EBBING,

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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of January 14, 2019

This week, back by popular demand, FREE SOLO returns to HT Friday. If you missed this breathtaking film, now’s your chance to catch it on the big screen! From award-winning documentary filmmaker E. Chai Vasarhelyi (“MERU”) and world-renowned photographer and mountaineer Jimmy Chin comes a stunning,

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Member Pre-Sale Extravaganza! Six Spring Shows On Sale Now!

Attention all HT Members: this is your opportunity to learn about, and reserve tickets for six exciting spring shows before they go on sale to the public! Check out the dates below and click the links for tickets.

Not a member? Sign up now for instant access to these presale tickets,

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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of January 7, 2019

There’s some great cinema on our screen this week! Tonight, our ongoing series The Art of Living Well brings THE PROFESSOR: TAI CHI’S JOURNEY WEST to Hopewell. The first major feature documentary about Tai Chi, it tells the story of one of its greatest masters,

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‘Give Hope’ Fundraising Drive For Young Audiences For Learning Totals

The ‘Give Hope” Fundraising Drive for Young Audiences For Learning has come to a close, and Hopewell Theater is proud to announce that the drive received a total donation amount of $365.41! Thank you to all of our patrons who generously donated during this holiday season.

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Live Theatre Returns to HT!

Live Theatre will be returning to Hopewell Theater next month, starting with two stage performances on February 2! Bring the whole family to Bright Star Children’s Theatre’s “Cinderella and Jack and the Beanstalk” at 12:00 pm. Then, Playmate Playwrights presents “Love is Strange”,

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Final Weekend of the ‘Give Hope’ Fundraising Drive For Young Audiences For Learning

There are only a few days left of our ‘Give Hope’ Fundraising Drive! Please help us support Young Audiences this weekend and their mission to inspire young people and expand their learning through the arts. We are proud that our ‘Give Hope’ Fundraising Drive has reached over $300 in donations so far,

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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of January 1, 2019

This week, another installment of our ongoing storytelling series, This Really Happened…, takes place Friday at 8 pm. Cast members include Andrew McGill, Robin Bady, Ian Steffé and Kathryn Weidner with host Joey Novick. Saturday, two great options for live music – Family Fun Concert featuring The Green Planet Band at noon and seminal Irish-American musician Seamus Egan stops by with friends for the Seamus Egan Project at 8 pm.

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‘Give Hope’ Fundraising Drive For Young Audiences For Learning – Week 5 Update

Hopewell Theater is proud to ‘Give Hope’ this holiday season to Young Audiences New Jersey by supporting their mission of giving the gift of creativity to all children. We are proud to report that we have reached over $300 in donations so far!

There is still over a week left to help us support Young Audiences and their mission to inspire young people and expand their learning through the arts.

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Two Upcoming Chances To Enjoy Irish-American Music at Hopewell Theater!

Multi-instrumentalist and founding member of the Irish-American supergroup Solas, Seamus Egan, will perform as Seamus Egan Project on HT’s stage on Saturday, January 5. Then, on Saturday, March 16, The Green Fields of America perform with musicologist Mick Moloney at the helm.

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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of December 24, 2018

This week, the classic holiday family films continue with two chances to catch the holiday film to define all holiday films, IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE – on Christmas night at 7 pm and Saturday, December 29 at 4:30 pm – a part of our ongoing series The Art of Living Well.

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‘Give Hope’ Fundraising Drive For Young Audiences For Learning – Week 4 Update

As the fourth week of our “Give Hope” Fundraising Drive comes to a close, Hopewell Theater is excited to report that we have received over 100 donations to Young Audiences! We would like to thank all of our patrons for helping us to “Give Hope”

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Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from Hopewell Theater!

In the spirit of giving, Hopewell Theater recently spread some holiday cheer by gifting a collection of DVDs of films we’ve shown this year to our friends at The Hopewell Public Library! Through its collections, programs, and services, the library is a welcoming center for information,

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Hopewell Theater Holiday Hours

Happy Holidays from all of us at Hopewell Theater! Our holiday box office hours are as follows:

Christmas Eve: 9AM – 5PM

Christmas Day: 6PM – 8PM
Don’t miss the holiday classic, It’s A Wonderful Life, at 7 PM! Get your tickets here.

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Irish and “Newgrass” Music to Take the HT Stage in 2019

Hopewell Theater is excited to welcome Irish-American Legend Seamus Egan on January 5th and unconventional Bluegrass Band Mamma’s Marmalade on January 26th. Information on tickets can be found below.

Seamus Egan
Founding member of the seminal band Solas, Seamus Egan is touring for the first time ever as The Seamus Egan Project with a performance at Hopewell Theater on Saturday,

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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of December 17, 2018

This week, two fantastic concerts on our stage! The Slambovian Circus of Dreams returns to present A Very Slambovian Christmas on Friday, December 21 at 8 pm. Then on Saturday at 8 pm, XPN Welcomes Jill Sobule to HT. Tuesday, December 18 we offer a one-time screening of CITIZEN JANE: BATTLE FOR THE CITY as part of our ongoing series,

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Carbon Leaf on HT’s Stage This June

Hopewell Theater proudly presents Carbon Leaf on Thursday, June 6th at 7:30 PM!

Early Booking for all HT Members is currently available, click here for tickets. Tickets go on sale to the general public Friday, December 21 at 10 am.

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‘Give Hope’ Fundraising Drive for Young Audiences For Learning – Week 3 Update

Hopewell Theater is proud to ‘Give Hope’ this holiday season to Young Audiences New Jersey by supporting their mission of giving the gift of creativity to all children. We are halfway through our fundraising drive, and have already reached a total of 75 donations!

Through January 7th,

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Don’t Miss Jill Sobule at Hopewell Theater on December 22nd!

Ever since she first caught mainstream attention with her 1995 song “I Kissed a Girl”— the first song about same-sex romance ever to crack the Billboard Top20 (and no relation to the later Katy Perry tune) — Jill Sobule has always pushed forward, exploring new sounds and subject matter with each passing album.

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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of December 10, 2019

This week at Hopewell Theater, BECOMING ASTRID pays tribute to a Pippi Longstocking’s creator, Astrid Lindgrin, with a biopic that proves the story behind the scenes is just as timelessly engaging. Opens Friday and runs through Thursday, December 20. Saturday at noon, we welcome back to HT Lucy Kalantari and the Jazz Cats for a Family Fun Concert! 

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The Allman Betts Band To Play Hopewell Theater On March 31st, 2019

Beginning in March 2019, The Allman Betts Band will embark on a worldwide tour that will feature new music, songs from their solo projects and classic Allman Brothers and Gregg Allman tunes in honor of the 50th Anniversary of The Allman Brothers Band.  

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Join Hopewell Theater’s Team – We’re Hiring!

Join our team! Hopewell Theater is now accepting applications for the following part-time positions:

Concessions Manager

The ideal candidate for this position will have experience managing operations in either the restaurant or hospitality industry, including staff scheduling and inventory.

Click here to apply.

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‘Give Hope’ Fundraising Drive for Young Audiences For Learning – Week 2 Update

As the second week of our “Give Hope” Fundraising Drive comes to a close, Hopewell Theater is excited to report that we currently have raised over $200 for Young Audiences! In this week alone, over half of all patrons who purchased tickets with us also included a donation.

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On Our Screen & Stage – Week of December 3, 2019

There’s something for everyone this week at Hopewell Theater. Our ongoing series, The Art of Living Well, has two programs: a special screening of DYING TO KNOW: RAM DASS AND TIMOTHY LEARY on Tuesday, December 4 at 7 pm and a special performance, Experience the Art and Science of Mantra with Suzin Green on Thursday,

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Don’t Miss the Legendary Bettye LaVette at HT!

Bettye LaVette is now rightly renowned as one of our greatest living soul singers, with a career that stretches back to the early ’60s. James Brown was jealous of her and Keith Richards wondered how “did she slip through the net for so long?” –

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“Give Hope” Fundraising Drive for Young Audiences For Learning – Week 1 Update

Hopewell Theater launched our “Give Hope” Fundraising Drive this past week and is thrilled to report that 14% of buyers have donated! 5 more weeks to “Give Hope” and donate.  Please consider giving at your next purchase!

To support Young Audiences, add a donation to your ticket purchase or visit our Box Office at 5 South Greenwood Ave.,

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Hopewell Theater Raises Funds for Youth Arts Education with “Give Hope” Fundraising Drive for Young Audiences Arts for Learning

HOPEWELL, NJ (November 29, 2018) – Hopewell Theater is raising funds for youth arts
education this holiday season at the box office with a “Give Hope” fundraising drive for Young
Audiences Arts for Learning. Hopewell Theater patrons can add a donation for Young
Audiences to their ticket purchase online or in person at the box office from November 23,

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On Our Screen & Stage – Week of November 26, 2018

This week, the multi-award winning and critically acclaimed Lincoln Center Theater’s production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s THE KING AND I screens one night only on Thursday in this unmissable event recorded live from London’s iconic Palladium. Reprising her Tony Award-winning role, ‘Broadway musical’s undisputed Queen’ Kelli O’Hara (Anna) takes to the stage alongside Tony and Oscar nominee Ken Watanabe (The King) in a “powerhouse”

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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of November 19, 2019

A great holiday week at Hopewell Theater! Jonah Hill’s MID90s closes Wednesday. Friday, we welcome comedian Julia Scotti, featured on America’s Got Talent, with Steve Trevelise and Tyler Rothrock. Saturday we open Oscar contender and Sundance favorite COLETTE followed by a Family Matinee screening of THE GOONIES.

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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of November 12, 2019

This Thursday, two great films hit our screen: Crybaby Matinee – March of the Penguins at 11 am and The Art of Living Well – Call of the Forest at 7 pm. Friday night, we welcome Massachusetts singer-songwriter Heather Maloney to the stage and Izzy Heltai opens.

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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of November 5, 2018

On our screen Wednesday night only, Award-winning actor Alfred Molina reprises his critically acclaimed role as American painter Mark Rothko in this magnificent production of John Logan’s Red The Play, directed by Michael Grandage. Saturday night, WXPN welcomes Johnny Irion and Wilco‘s Pat Sansone to the stage for a special acoustic evening.

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On Our Screen and Stage – week of October 29, 2018

Happy Halloween! This week at Hopewell Theater, we close out Fright Fest tonight at 7 pm with a screening of THE EXORCIST. Tomorrow, Dar Williams stops by with Seth Glier. WXPN welcomes this sold out show. On Friday, our monthly Storytelling series “This Really Happened”

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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of October 22, 2018

This week at Hopewell Theater: Fright Fest kicks off this Thursday with a screening of HALLOWEEN. Other films in the series, which runs through the 31st, include THE SHINING, GHOSTBUSTERS, LET THE RIGHT ONE IN, ROSEMARY’S BABY, FRANKENSTEIN, and THE EXORCIST. Saturday night,

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Wilco’s Pat Sansone to Join Johnny Irion on Hopewell Theater Stage

Hopewell Theater proudly presents American folk rock favorite, Johnny Irion, who will be joined by Wilco’s Pat Sansone in a special acoustic show at 8:00 p.m. on Sat., Nov. 10. This concert brings together two of folk-rock’s acclaimed musicians for a one-night only performance.

Best known for his folk explorations with his wife Sarah Lee Guthrie,

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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of October 15, 2018

There’s something for everyone at Hopewell Theater this week! Thursday at 11 am parents and guardians of infants can get out of the house at our Crybaby Screening of The Land Before TIme. Thursday night, Rio Mira is an exciting recording collaboration between artists from neighbouring Ecuador and Colombia and fronted by singer Karla Kanora Oficial.

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On Our Screen and Stage – Week of September 17, 2018

XPN Welcomes Freedy Johnston, Crybaby Matinee featuring THE TRIPLETS OF BELLEVILLE, and a Monty Python Quote Along coming this week! + Don’t miss the Gilda Radner doc, LOVE, GILDA!  Click here to read more.

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Mercer County Resident COMEDIAN ANITA WISE Performing at Hopewell Theater September 29th

COMEDIAN ANITA WISE, a longtime Mercer County resident, is a stand up comedian and actor who has made numerous television appearances, including the Tonight Show with Johnny Carson, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, The Bob Hope Comedy Special, Seinfeld episodes and cable shows such as An Evening At The Improv and Caroline’s Comedy Hour.

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Crybaby and Family Matinees – Fall 2018

HOPEWELL, NJ (August 30, 2018) – Hopewell Theater is presenting a special monthly movie matinee, “Crybaby Matinee” just for parents and little ones. Toddlers as well as babes-in-arms, infants in strollers and carriers are all welcome to attend.  Click here to read more.

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Coming Attractions – Week of September 3, 2019

This Friday, September 8 we kick off our fall series This Really Happened….Storytelling at HT! Join us for an evening featuring some of the most hilarious and moving storytellers on stage. Audience members can also claim a spot in the show and share a “two-minute tale”

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Paul Muldoon returns to Hopewell Theater to Mark One-Year Anniversary

Paul Muldoon returns to Hopewell Theater to mark one-year anniversary of dine-in arts venue on Sept. 8

Hopewell Theater is celebrating their one-year reopening with a concert featuring Paul Muldoon and the group Rogue Oliphant on September 8 at 8 p.m. ~Courtesy of New Jersey Business &

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New Jersey Business & Industry Association (NJBIA) award

For 58 years, the New Jersey Business & Industry Association (NJBIA) and New Jersey Business magazine have honored commercial development projects that have contributed to the state’s economic growth and are aesthetically beautiful. Hopewell Theater is thrilled to be the recipient of the New Jersey Bisness and Industry Association Good Neighbor Award which recognizes the best and most exciting commercial and industrial development projects in the state.

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