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Since the beginning of the pandemic, NJPAC has been a national leader in the development and production of free, virtual content. We have been pleased to share these programs with our sister arts and cultural institutions. Our first offering, a screening of the documentary John Lewis: Good Trouble paired with a conversation with both the filmmakers and Lewis’ colleagues, was shared with more than 60 performing arts centers around the United States.
In our ongoing effort to engage communities both near and far, NJPAC is happy to offer our performing arts center colleagues across the country the following on-demand virtual programming to be presented free of charge in your communities.
We look forward to working with you. Please feel free to reach out to slevine@njpac.org with any questions or fill out the form below.
social justice
Through the PSEG True Diversity Film Series, NJPAC presented films that focused on social and racial justice, in response to the uprisings against systemic racism that have spread around the globe in 2020. To continue these presentations safely during the pandemic, the series was redesigned to work as a book club/film club: We’ll all review the materials in our homes, then come together on a Zoom video conference to discuss with panelists who can offer context and insight.
past events, watch now
PSEG True Diversity Film Series presents White Fragility: A Conversation of Allyship
PSEG True Diversity Film Series Presents: Policing the Police
PSEG True Diversity Film Series Presents: Boss: The Black Experience in Business
PSEG True Diversity Film Series Presents: Educational Justice American Promise
PSEG True Diversity Film Series Presents: She Did That Black Women In The Workplace
Healing the Divide: Race, Medicine, and the COVID-19 Vaccine
jazz
Who inspires the artists who inspire you? Through conversations, remembrances and songs, hear some of today’s most compelling musicians pay homage to the greats whose work launched their own journeys into music and propelled them in new directions. Take a deep dive into the life and artistry of icons from Ella Fitzgerald to Dave Brubeck in this unique series of live, interactive virtual events.
past events, watch now
Funk Wizdom and other Afrofunkafuturistic Tales: George Clinton in conversation with Nona Hendryx
Alto Madness: Charlie Parker Centennial Celebration with Charles McPherson and Donald Harrison
Take Five And More — Dave Brubeck: A Centennial Celebration with Bill Charlap and Kenny Washington
Regina Carter: A Salute to Ella in Stories and Song
Artist to Artist Discussion: Arturo O’Farrill and Antonio Sanchez
Duets on Social Justice: Music and Poetry
John Pizzarelli remembers Bucky: Stories and songs
American Songbook
These virtual concerts share the work of an American Song performer or composer. Afterward, NJPAC President and CEO John Schreiber — a passionate aficionado of the genre — will join our featured performer in conversation, taking a deep dive into the history of this timeless music and tales of the legendary artists who brought it to life.
It Was A Very Good Year: Frank Sinatra Through the Decades
Classical Conversations
This one-hour online series is conducted by George Marriner Maull, host of NJPAC’s Classical Overtures, artistic director of The Discovery Orchestra, and host of Inside Music on WWFM 89.1, The Classical Network. You’ll also receive a downloadable listening guide and suggested YouTube performances to make sure you don’t miss a beat!
past events, watch now
Chopin – Scherzo, Op. 31, in B-Flat Minor With George Marriner Maull
Rachmaninoff – Piano Concerto No. 3 in D Minor, Op. 30 With George Marriner Maull
Tchaikovsky – Symphony No. 4, in F Minor With George Marriner Maull
Books on the move
NJPAC presents a series of free on-demand readings of children’s books by teaching artist Wincey Terry. View them on our Youtube playlist here, or on the Books on the Move page below.
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Nighttime Symphony
Written by Timbaland, featuring Christopher Myers
Illustrated by Christopher Myers and Kaa Illustration
As a little boy gets ready for bed, the sounds of a wild storm, the beat of passing cars and the music of the city create a cozy bedtime soundtrack.
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mambo king
Written by Monica Brown
Illustrated by Rafael Lopez
The inspiring true story about Tito Puente and his road from Spanish Harlem to the GRAMMY Awards. This bilingual program will allow young listeners to enjoy dance steps and drum rhythms of the Mambo and Cha-Cha.
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Firebird
Written by Misty Copeland
Illustrated by Chistopher Myers
In her debut picture book, Misty Copeland tells the story of a young girl whose confidence is fragile and who is questioning her own ability to reach the heights that Misty has reached. Misty encourages this young girl’s faith in herself and shows her exactly how, through hard work and dedication, she too can become Firebird.
Wellness
The virtual dance class series presents a variety of movement classes ranging from West African, Afro-Cuban, capoeira, and Bollywood, to ballet, hip hop, line dancing, and yoga. These dance workshops are ongoing and held on a weekly basis.
Wellness Wednesday: Virtual Jazz fusion & modern dance course with Brandon Jones
Get In Touch
Simma Levine
Producer, Special Projects
Phone: 973.642.8989
Email: slevine@njpac.org