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The latest news straight from the staff at The Growing Stage

Danny Campos

Founder’s Day 2024

Today is FOUNDER’S DAY, a special day of celebration at The Growing Stage, as we recognize the anniversary of our very 1st performance as a company in 1982. This date was established in 2023 to recognize all that helped

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Matthew Fralley

Upcoming Auditions: Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer  Audition Dates: Monday, October 28th at 7pm for Young Performers (Ages 10-17) Monday, October 28th at 8pm for Adult Performers (Ages 18+) Auditions will be held in-person at The Historic Palace Theatre: 7 Ledgewood Ave.

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Matthew Fralley

Upcoming Auditions: Charlie & The Chocolate Factory

Audition Dates: Tuesday, September 3rd at 7pm for Adult Performers (Ages 18+) Wednesday, September 4th at 7pm for Young Performers (Ages 10-17) Auditions will be held in-person at The Historic Palace Theatre: 7 Ledgewood Ave. Netcong, NJ.  Please Note:

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Stephen Fredericks

2023-2024 TGS Annual Report

Planning for Tomorrow, Today! In September, 2023 The Growing Stage – The Children’s Theatre of New Jersey (TGS) launched our 42nd Main Stage season with the theme, “Tell Me a Story” and oh, what a tale we have to

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Danny Campos

Meet The Composer!

We recently sat down with Deborah Wicks La Puma, composer of ELEPHANT & PIGGIE’S “We Are In A Play!” Deborah is no stranger to The Growing Stage, having composed music for our recent productions of ELLA ENCHANTED and DON’T

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Lori Lawrence

Summer Camp Opportunity 2024

The Growing Stage Theatre is currently interviewing for summer arts day camp counselor positions. All college students and high school students (who will have completed their sophomore year of high school in June 2024) with an interest in theatre,

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Danny Campos

Announcing Our 2024 Finalists!

The Growing Stage is thrilled to present the four finalists for our New Play-Reading Festival. This is the 12th year that The Growing Stage has presented new works for young audiences in a staged reading setting. The festival takes

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Danny Campos

Meet the Writer & Lyricist!

We recently sat down with the Writer and Lyricist of Arthur™ & Friends Make a Musical, John Maclay! TGS audiences will remember John’s work from our 2022 Fall production of R.L. Stine’s GOOSEBUMPS! John shares his experience working on

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Danny Campos

Meet The Composer & Lyricist!

We recently sat down with the Composer and Lyricist of Arthur™ & Friends Make a Musical, Brett Ryback! Brett shares his experience working on this beloved story and why audiences should check it out! Thanks for joining us Brett!

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Ticketing System

  • Main Stage Performances are normally Saturdays at 4:00PM and Sunday at 2:00PM. Friday performances are on a limited basis at 7:30pm.
  • Studio Series Performances: Thursday/Friday at 7:30PM, Saturday at 4:00PM and Sunday at 2:00PM.
  • PLEASE NOTE: Local Flavor Coupons and Groupons cannot be redeemed online.  You must call the Box Office to reserve and redeem. Box Office is open daily Monday thru Friday from 10:30am to 3:00pm. Please call at least 24 hours prior to redeem.
  • Seating begins 30 minutes prior to each performance. If you select Will Call as your ticket delivery method, your tickets will be available for pick up starting an hour prior to the performance.
  • Seating is general admission except for season ticket holders and groups of 10 or more.
  • Sales are final and no refunds will be given unless the performance is cancelled. If you are unable to attend, please contact the Box Office and we will do our best to accommodate you at a different performance based on availability.
  • Concessions will be available for sale before the performance and during intermission. Outside food and drink is not allowed.
  • Parking is available in the bank parking lot next to the theatre (when the bank is closed), the park lot behind the bank lot, and on the surrounding streets. If needed, overflow parking is available at the Methodist Church down the street.
  • If you have any questions, please contact the Box Office at 973-347-4946 or boxoffice@growingstage.com and we will be happy to assist you.

    Group Sales (10 or more) are available by calling the Box Office at (973) 347-4946.

Please fill out this form to receive more information or call 973-347-4946

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