Attractions in Newark
AFRICAN GLOBE THEATRE WORKS
611 McCarter Highway
(973) 624-1584
African Globe Theatre Works is an independent theatre company, which presents an annual season of productions by and about people of African descent. Programs include plays, comedy night shows, art and playwriting workshops, film productions, African dance classes, and parties. Theatre hours are: Monday through Saturday, 4:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m., and Sunday 2:30 p.m.-5 p.m.
ALJIRA: A CENTER FOR CONTEMPORARY ART
591 Broad Street
Newark, NJ 07102
(973) 622-1600
This is a non-profit organization that offers monthly exhibitions and auctions, with paintings and sculptures provided by local artists. Center hours are: Wednesday through Sunday, noon-6 p.m. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Artistic performances also are presented at Aljira.
ALL JERSEY MULTIPLEX
104-180 Foundry Street
(973) 817-8100
National Amusements, Inc. Opened its 12-theater multiplex in November 1991. Conveniently located in the City's East Ward, the All Jersey Multiplex is accessible from the N.J. Turnpike and the New Jersey Transit's 1 Bus Line, which goes directly to the theater. The multiplex offers rocking chair seating for 3,400 patrons,convenient free lighted parking for more than 1,000 vehicles, a smoke-free environment, an art gallery, headphone systems for hearing impaired, and Dolby stereo at all screens. Bargain matinees and gift certificates also are available.
THE ART GALLERY
87 Halsey Street
(973) 623-0062
Founded in 1961, The Art Gallery exhibits a wide range of original art that includes graphics, paintings, and some sculpture by regional and world-class artists. Gallery hours are Monday through Friday, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m., and Saturday 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
BRANCH BROOK PARK ROLLER SKATING CENTER
7th and Clifton Avenues
(973) 482-8900
The Branch Brook Park Roller Skating Center re-opened its doors in 1996 after a complete renovation. The 27,228 square-foot building is run by United Skates of America, Inc. and features a state-of-the-art sound system and parking for 102 vehicles. The facility is completely equipped with a pro shop, a skate rental area, refreshment stands, a room for private parties, vending machines, and a game area.
THE CARTER G. WOODSON FOUNDATION
69 Lincoln Park
(973) 242-0500
Established to provide the general public with greater access to African-American culture through performing arts events, the Woodson Foundation is a multi-disciplinary arts organization that administers Black Culture On Tour in America, the OnStage in New Jersey performance series, and the Artists-In-The-Schools program. Hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
CATHEDRAL CONCERT SERIES
89 Ridge Street
(973) 484-4600
The Cathedral Concert Series is a cultural arts program based in Newark's Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart. It presents a variety of choral and instrumental concerts throughout the year.
CITY WITHOUT WALLS
Gateway One
(973) 622-1188
Established in 1975, this not-for-profit gallery displays the artwork of young and emerging New Jersey artists. Although supported in part by the New Jersey Council on the Arts and the Dodge Foundation, City Without Walls is largely funded through membership. Gallery hours are Monday through Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., and Saturday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
THE NEW JERSEY INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY STUDENT CENTER
323 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
(973) 596-3605
Contemporary art, featuring water color and pastel paintings and photography, is displayed at this gallery. Students and local artists have exhibitions at various times throughout the year. Hours are Monday through Saturday 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
GALLMAN'S NEWARK DANCE THEATRE
1020 Broad Street
(973) 242-5351
Housed at Newark Symphony Hall, Gallman's Newark Dance Theatre is a company of 14 professional dancers from New Jersey's inner cities who are trained under a merit scholarship program at the Gallman's Newark Dance Theatre School.
THE GARDEN STATE BALLET COMPANY
45 Academy Street
(973) 623-0267
The oldest dance company in Newark offers performances throughout the state. An annual series of free performances are offered in Newark, with some performances at Symphony Hall.
HALSEY STREET ART GALLERY
119 Halsey Street
(973) 824-6080
Our unmatched collection of Black/African American Art includes oil paintings, posters, lithographs, decorative ceramic plates, and more! You are welcome to stop in The Halsey Street Art Gallery to see a variety of his work on display!
Hours of operation:
9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
KIKAMO'S BLUES PEOPLE
808 South 10th Street
(973) 242-1346
Kikamo's Blues People is a cultural night spot housed at the residence of Amiri Baraka, a renowned playwright and poet. Saturday evening performances at 10 p.m. and midnight feature a variety of cultural entertainment, including music, dance, theatrical, and literary performances by local and nationally known artists.