Berrie Center for Performing and Visual Arts

Macbeth
2016-04-15 20:00 - 22:00, 2016-04-16 20:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Sharp Theater, Berrie Center for the Arts, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
Directed by Mary Ellen Allison
Set in 1056 Scotland, Macbeth will be a traditional version of Shakespeare’s masterpiece with a 21st century flair: complete with Witches’ Magic, Murder most foul, wandering Ghosts and dynamic Swordplay. Professor Mary Ellen Allison is directing and Professor Gilad Cohen is composing original music, to be sung by the Witches, Hecate, and their followers. Join us for the “Original” Game of Thrones.
Student matinee: April 13 at 10:00 AM, Adler Theater
Tickets: $5.00 for Ramapo Students, $15 General Admission

Eisenhower Dance
2016-04-24 14:00 - 16:00 | Sharp Theater, Berrie Center for the Arts, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
Sunday, April 24, 2016, Sharp Theater, 2 P.M.
Considered by many critics to be one of the finest contemporary dance companies in the nation, the company, led by Artistic Director Laurie Eisenhower, has received numerous grants and awards for its work including support from the National Endowment for the Arts, the Kresge Foundation, the National Dance Project and many others. Back by popular demand, Eisenhower Dance performs a matinee of mixed repertory works that showcase the virtuosic athleticism and creative artistry that Eisenhower Dance has become known for. “A hand-clapping delight…a nice balance between hip fun and serious dance,” – Chicago Tribune
Tickets: $35/32/27; Children under 17: $20

Box Office (201) 684-7844

Sundog Theater presents Ellis Island: Gateway to a Dream
2016-04-26 10:00 - 11:00 | NJ
Sundog Theater presents Ellis Island: Gateway to a Dream
Tuesday, April 26, 2016, 10 a.m.
Schooltime Performances at Ramapo College
This celebration of the multicultural foundations of our nation returns to the Berrie Center, highlighting the courage and challenges of immigrants as they adjusted to the customs and language of their new country.
Grades: 3-8 Links: Immigration Studies, Social Studies, Music, Language Arts, Theater, Multicultural Studies
Tickets: $8 for all students and adults, including teachers.
Lunch Option: Arrangements may be made for students to dine on campus at the Birch Tree Inn for $7 (each) or they may bring their own lunches.
Please call 201.684.7202 to reserve space and/or purchase lunch.

Sundog Theater presents Ellis Island: Gateway to a Dream
2016-04-26 11:45 | NJ
Sundog Theater presents Ellis Island: Gateway to a Dream
Tuesday, April 26, 2016, 11:45 a.m.
Schooltime Performances at Ramapo College
This celebration of the multicultural foundations of our nation returns to the Berrie Center, highlighting the courage and challenges of immigrants as they adjusted to the customs and language of their new country.
Grades: 3-8 Links: Immigration Studies, Social Studies, Music, Language Arts, Theater, Multicultural Studies
Tickets: $8 for all students and adults, including teachers.
Lunch Option: Arrangements may be made for students to dine on campus at the Birch Tree Inn for $7 (each) or they may bring their own lunches.
Please call 201.684.7202 to reserve space and/or purchase lunch.

The Growing Stage Children’s Theater presents Tales from the Garden
2016-05-05 10:00 - 11:00 | NJ
Thursday, May 5, 2016, 10 a.m.
Schooltime Performances at Ramapo College
A fun-filled journey through the rich history of the Garden State from its original settlers to its many legends – as well as some of the more unique roles New Jersey has played in American history. This production meets N.J. State Department of Education Core Standards. A great way to enhance your unit on New Jersey.
Grades: 1-6 Links: Social Studies, History
Tickets: $8 for all students and adults, including teachers.
Lunch Option: Arrangements may be made for students to dine on campus at the Birch Tree Inn for $7 (each) or they may bring their own lunches.
Please call 201.684.7202 to reserve space and/or purchase lunch.

The Growing Stage Children’s Theater presents Tales from the Garden
2016-05-05 11:45 - 12:45 | NJ
Thursday, May 5, 2016, 11:45 a.m.
Schooltime Performances at Ramapo College
A fun-filled journey through the rich history of the Garden State from its original settlers to its many legends – as well as some of the more unique roles New Jersey has played in American history. This production meets N.J. State Department of Education Core Standards. A great way to enhance your unit on New Jersey.
Grades: 1-6 Links: Social Studies, History
Tickets: $8 for all students and adults, including teachers.
Lunch Option: Arrangements may be made for students to dine on campus at the Birch Tree Inn for $7 (each) or they may bring their own lunches.
Please call 201.684.7202 to reserve space and/or purchase lunch.

Well-Strung
2016-09-24 20:00 - 21:00 | Sharp Theater, Berrie Center for the Arts, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
Well-Strung features classical musicians who sing, putting their own spin on the music of Mozart, Vivaldi, Pink, Lorde, Kesha, Madonna, Kelly Clarkson and more. They quickly gained national and international attention for their mash-up of string quartet and boy band. They were most recently featured on CBS News and ABC Television as well as in The Huffington Post and several other international media outlets. In addition to their recent London debut this past fall in the West End at the Leicester Square Theatre, they have recently sold out Feinstein’s in San Francisco and 54 Below in New York City.
“They’re the hottest things with a bow since Jennifer Lawrence in “The Hunger Games.” The fetching fiddlers of Well-Strung aren’t out to draw blood though, just melt hearts.” – New York Daily News
TICKETS: $38/35/28; CHILDREN UNDER 17: $18
(ALL TICKET SALES ARE FINAL. NO EXCHANGES. NO RETURNS.)

Rebound: The Chris Herren Story
2016-10-03 19:00 - 21:00 | The Bradley Center Arena, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
Chris Herren, a basketball legend from Fall River, Massachusetts, dreamed of one day playing for his hometown team, the Boston Celtics. An All-American, Chris broke scoring records, was recruited by top colleges, featured in Sports Illustrated and became the focus of an acclaimed book, “Fall River Dreams.” Herren realized his lifelong dream of playing in the NBA when he was drafted by the Denver Nuggets in 1999 and was traded to the Celtics after his rookie season, but lost it all to substance abuse.
Alcohol and drug-free since 2008, Herren has refocused his life to put his sobriety and family above all else. He shares his harrowing story of abuses and recovery in his memoir, “Basketball Junkie,” as well as in numerous interviews through the Emmy nominated ESPN Films documentary Unguarded, of which he is the subject.
Join us for his inspiring tale of descent into addiction, miraculous recovery and his new life mission.
Open to the public.
This event is sponsored by the Mahwah Municipal Alliance and the SAMHSA grant.
This is a ticketed event: Tickets for Chris Herren at Ramapo College will be available beginning Monday September 5.
Phone 201-684-7933 or email Roadrunner Central at rrc@ramapo.edu.
Hours for Roadrunner Central are Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Harold Lopez-Nussa Trio with Ruy Lopez-Nussa & Luques Curtis
2016-10-07 20:00 - 22:00 | Sharp Theater, Berrie Center for the Arts, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
Opening act:
The Ramapo College Jazz Band and Michelle Encarnación
Harold first achieved international recognition by winning the solo piano competition at the Montreux Jazz Festival in 2005. Since 2012, the band has received rave reviews in two U.S. tours, including shows at The Monterey Jazz Festival, SFJAZZ, Montreal Jazz, and two performances at The Kennedy Center. Join us for a thrilling evening that also includes the Ramapo Jazz Band and stellar vocalist Michelle Encarnación ‘16.
TICKETS: $35/32/27; CHILDREN UNDER 17: $18
(ALL TICKET SALES ARE FINAL. NO EXCHANGES. NO RETURNS.)

Iphigenia and Other Daughters
2016-10-14 20:00 - 22:00, 2016-10-15 20:00 - 22:00, 2016-10-16 20:00 - 22:00, 2016-10-19 20:00 - 22:00, 2016-10-20 20:00 - 22:00, 2016-10-21 20:00 - 22:00, 2016-10-22 14:00 - 16:00, 2016-10-22 20:00 - 22:00 | Adler Theater, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, United States
By Ellen McLaughlin
Directed by Peter A. Campbell
October 14, 15, 16, 19, 20, 21, 22 at 8 p.m. and October 22 at 2 p.m.
Is there any way out of the mythological cycles of revenge, and the roles that Iphigenia, Chrysothemis, and Electra play in them? This modern retelling of the ancient Greek stories of the daughters of Agamemnon and Clytemnestra explores the various sacrifices expected of women, from the everyday to the most violent.
TICKETS: $5 RAMAPO STUDENTS; $15 GENERAL ADMISSION

Asleep at the Wheel
2016-10-15 20:00 - 22:00 | Sharp Theater, Berrie Center for the Arts, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
Asleep at the Wheel is an American country music group that was formed in Paw Paw, West Virginia, but is based in Austin, Texas. They have won nine Grammy Awards since their 1970 inception. In their career, they have released more than twenty studio albums, and have charted more than twenty singles on the Billboard country charts.
“Everything this act has ever released is simply spectacular.” – Billboard Magazine
TICKETS: $48/45/42; CHILDREN UNDER 17: $30
(ALL TICKET SALES ARE FINAL. NO EXCHANGES. NO RETURNS.)

Ladies of Laughter
2016-10-22 20:00 - 22:00 | Sharp Theater, Berrie Center for the Arts, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
Ladies of Laughter is a comedy tour featuring some of the funniest women in comedy today as chosen by audiences and entertainment industry executives at comedy clubs nationwide through the Ladies of Laughter Contest. Featuring acclaimed artist Jane Condon and two of the winners of this year’s competition.
TICKETS: $28/$25/$22; CHILDREN UNDER 17: $18
(ALL TICKET SALES ARE FINAL. NO EXCHANGES. NO RETURNS.)

D.O.A. Murder Mysteries: Mind Over Murder
2016-11-05 16:00 - 18:00, 2016-11-05 20:00 - 22:00 | Adler Theater, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, United States
D.O.A. Mysteries is the perfect show for Ramapo! With more than 20 years of experience, you can trust that you will be entertained with a special plot designed just for us. Who is the killer? Try to find out in this fast-paced and hysterically funny interactive murder mystery.
TICKETS: $30 (INCLUDES DESSERT RECEPTION)
(ALL TICKET SALES ARE FINAL. NO EXCHANGES. NO RETURNS.)

Of Mice And Men
2016-11-11 20:00 - 22:00, 2016-11-12 20:00 - 22:00, 2016-11-13 20:00 - 22:00, 2016-11-17 20:00 - 22:00, 2016-11-18 20:00 - 22:00, 2016-11-19 20:00 - 22:00 | Sharp Theater, Berrie Center for the Arts, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
By John Steinbeck
Directed by Maria Vail
November 11, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19 at 8 p.m.
Steinbeck’s timeless masterpiece is the story of George and Lenny, two misfit ranch hands looking for their place in the world. After fleeing an angry mob up north, the two land work on a Salinas California ranch only to be confronted by a collection of broken and dangerous men. As they try to survive their circumstances, Lenny and George find refuge in an unlikely but powerful friendship, hopes for the future and dreams of rabbits.
TICKETS: $5 RAMAPO STUDENTS; $15 GENERAL ADMISSION

A Rocky Mountain Christmas: A Tribute to John Denver w/ Chris Collins and Boulder Canyon
2016-12-03 15:00 - 17:00, 2016-12-03 20:00 - 22:00 | Sharp Theater, Berrie Center for the Arts, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
Hailed as one of the nation’s most exciting tribute bands, the award-winning Chris Collins and Boulder Canyon present a tribute to the music and legacy of John Denver. With similarities between Collins’ and John’s voices, Collins brings to the stage the unmistakable enthusiasm that was a hallmark of a John Denver concert. Chris Collins and Boulder Canyon have been playing to much acclaim and delighting audiences with their wit, warmth and musical performance. Performing John Denver’s famous hits such as Rocky Mountain High, Take Me Home, Country Roads, Annie’s Song, and many more, Chris Collins and Boulder Canyon are committed to keeping the music and message of John Denver alive.
TICKETS: $40/35/28; CHILDREN UNDER 17: $18
(ALL TICKET SALES ARE FINAL. NO EXCHANGES. NO RETURNS.)
