Sirius Quartet
2017-01-21 20:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Sharp Theater, Berrie Center for the Arts, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
For over a decade the Sirius Quartet has championed innovative music. Pushing beyond the classical repertoire, these four improvisers and composers explore the grey area between contemporary classical, jazz, avant-garde, rock, metal, and world music, melting it all together and challenging conventional ideas of what a string quartet is capable of. As freelance/session musicians in the NYC area, members of the quartet have also performed alongside Lady Gaga, Sting, Metallica, Peter Gabriel, Elton John, Quincy Jones, Mary J. Blige, Bobby McFerrin, Tony Bennett, and Debby Harry.
TICKETS: $35/32/25; CHILDREN UNDER 17: $17
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Amy Helm
2017-01-28 20:00 - 22:00 | Sharp Theater, Berrie Center for the Arts, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
Amy Helm has been making music for most of her life. She’s already won widespread praise as a singer, songwriter and live performer, first as a member of the celebrated altcountry collective Ollabelle and subsequently for her extensive work with her father, musical icon Levon Helm, who passed away in 2012. Helm is blessed with a commanding, deeply expressive voice and an uncanny songwriting skill that instinctively draws upon a deep well of American musical traditions.
TICKETS: $38/35/25; CHILDREN UNDER 17: $18
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The Bindlestiff Family Cirkus
2017-01-29 15:00 - 17:00 | Sharp Theater, Berrie Center for the Arts, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
Bindlestiff Family Cirkus harkens back to the heyday of the traditional American Circus touring the country by caravan while offering its own artistic twist. It’s earthy, gritty and celebrates the sideshow’s odd novelty acts in an engaging and participatory way that you don’t find in other types of circus. Join us for an afternoon of jugglers, acrobats, contortionists, unicycles, plate spinning, brain twisters and other risk-taking feats that combine to create interactive fun for the entire family.
TICKETS: $35/32/25; CHILDREN UNDER 17: $20
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New York Theatre Ballet
2017-02-11 20:00 - 22:00 | Sharp Theater, Berrie Center for the Arts, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
New York Theatre Ballet presents three ballets certain to delight viewers of all ages: Cinderella, a unique romantic fantasy including sisters unlike any you‘ve seen before, There, And Back Again, a modern tale on the beloved tale of Hansel and Gretel, and Pam Tanowitz‘s Short Memory. An enchanted evening awaits you!
TICKETS: $40/34/28; CHILDREN UNDER 17: $25
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The Black Maria Film and Video Festival
2017-02-17 20:00 - 22:00 | Sharp Theater, Berrie Center for the Arts, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
The national tour of the 35th annual Black Maria Film and Video Festival features award-winning short films – including animations, documentaries and narratives from the 2016 juried competition. The festival attracts and showcases the work of independent filmmakers internationally. This season, submissions came from every continent except Antarctica. Festival Director Jane Steurwald will be present to introduce the films and lead a discussion with the audience.
TICKETS: $10. FREE WITH STUDENT ID.

Steve Riley and The Mamou Playboys
2017-02-18 20:00 - 22:00 | Sharp Theater, Berrie Center for the Arts, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
Steve Riley and the Mamou Playboys began over 25 years ago with a reputation for excellence. Their stunningly clean and cohesive performance of Cajun French music from the backwaters of Southwest Louisiana propelled them into the world music limelight early on, and by their third release, Trace of Time, had garnered them a Grammy nomination in the worldwide field of traditional folk music, another in 2004 for Bon Reve, in 2009 for Live at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival and again in 2011 for their latest release, Grand Isle.
TICKETS: $35/32/25; CHILDREN UNDER 17: $18
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Les Paul Festival Frank Vignola Trio with Vinny Raniola and Gary Mazzaroppi
2017-02-25 20:00 - 22:00 | Sharp Theater, Berrie Center for the Arts, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
Frank Vignola’s stunning virtuosity has made him the guitarist of choice for many of the world’s top musicians, including Ringo Starr, Madonna, Boston Pops, New York Pops, and guitar legend Les Paul, who named Vignola to his “Five Most Admired Guitarists List.” At 28, Vinny Raniolo has already proved to be among the elite having performed and recorded with Bucky Pizzareli, Tommy Emmanuel and David Grisman. Frank and Vinny will be joined by Bassist Gary Mazzaroppi for this special performance.
TICKETS: $30/27/24
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Kuniko Yamamoto
2017-03-02 10:00 - 11:00 | Sharp Theater, Berrie Center for the Arts, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
From Osaka, Japan, Kuniko Yamamoto enchants audiences of every age with dramatic storytelling using myths and fables from ancient and modern Japan, spiced with social revelations to educate and amuse. Kuniko uses traditional Japanese music, handcrafted masks, stylized movement and a touch of magic to create an artistic balance of illusion and reality. Kuniko’s storytelling with Origami features folded paper animals and faces, which come alive in folk tales. Her program encourages audience interaction and participation, with each narrative carefully selected for cultural and moral perspectives.
Grades: 3-6 Links: Math, World Cultures, Japanese History
Tickets: $8 for teachers and students
Please call 201.684.7202 to reserve space.

Kuniko Yamamoto - Koto Green Tea Ceremony
2017-03-02 17:00 - 19:00 | Sharp Theater, Berrie Center for the Arts, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
For more than 1,000 years, monks and noblemen in Japan have been drinking green tea. Acclaimed musician, storyteller and artist Kuniko Yamamoto, from Osaka, Japan, presents an aesthetic ceremony of drinking green tea. Kuniko will share stories of Zen and Samurai and perform the music of Koto, a 13-string Japanese zitar. Guests will take part in the ceremony, see beautiful projected images from the Asian based gallery exhibitions upstairs in the Kresge and Pascal galleries, and drink a cup of beloved green tea.
TICKETS: $15
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Mack Brandon's Gospel Explosion
2017-03-04 20:00 - 22:00 | Sharp Theater, Berrie Center for the Arts, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
Share the joy of gospel music as Mack Brandon brings his fabulous choir back to the Berrie Center for another unforgettable interactive experience. A music professor at Ramapo College for the past 20 years, Brandon was the pianist and musical director for Ben E. King, The Drifters, Average White Band and the Supremes. Brandon’s choir features the best voices from around the state, including Ramapo College students.
TICKETS: $30/27/24; CHILDREN UNDER 17: $18
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Cherish The Ladies
2017-03-05 15:00 - 17:00, 2017-03-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Sharp Theater, Berrie Center for the Arts, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
For the past 30 years, Cherish the Ladies has lived up to their multiple critical accolades and has become one of the most engaging ensembles in the history of Irish music. Under the leadership of the dynamic and irrepressible Joanie Madden on flute and whistle, recently named one of the top 25 most influential Irish Americans of the past quarter century, Cherish the Ladies has grown from a one-time concert concept to an Irish traditional music sensation and is the most successful and sought after Irish- American group in Celtic music.
TICKETS: $35/32/25; CHILDREN UNDER 17: $18
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Rhonda Vincent
2017-03-18 20:00 - 22:00 | Sharp Theater, Berrie Center for the Arts, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
Rhonda Vincent is a world-class musician, and an award-winning voice seamlessly setting the stage for a breath-taking, one-of-a-kind, must-see performance that reaches beyond the boundaries of bluegrass music.
“One of the biggest, most popular bluegrass acts around. They can play like the dickens.” – New Haven Register
TICKETS: $40/36/30; CHILDREN UNDER 17: $22
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Pat Hazell's The Good Humor Men
2017-03-25 20:00 - 22:00 | Sharp Theater, Berrie Center for the Arts, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
Starring Pat Hazell, Pete Lee and Pat McGann
SATURDAY, MARCH 25, 2017 SHARP THEATER, 8 P.M.
With numerous appearances on The Tonight Show, The Late Show, Jimmy Kimmel Live, The Late, Late Show and Comedy Central, America’s funniest stand-up comedians join forces to showcase their original brand of humor in an evening packed with punchlines, clever writing and hair trigger laughs.
TICKETS: $38/$35/$25. (ALL TICKET SALES ARE FINAL. NO EXCHANGES. NO RETURNS.)

Mark Sganga
2017-04-01 20:00 - 22:00 | Adler Theater, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, United States
Celebrating the Beatles and Beyond Solo Acoustic Guitar
2009 International Fingerstyle Champion
Mark Sganga’s finger-style guitar weaves a rich tapestry of beautiful melody, dynamic rhythm, and imaginative improvisation. Fusing influences from South America and around the world, Mark creates an entrancing travelogue, as an instrumentalist, bandleader, singer/songwriter and educator.
“a bright new light in the Jazz/Brazilian music scene” – John Heidt, Vintage Guitar Magazine
“the kind of liveliness that causes smiles to happen” “dexterity, sensitivity and power…beautiful tones” – Mitch Kaplan, The Suburban News
“one of the top guitarists in the New York area” – Brian Wilson, WOR-AM Radio
TICKETS: $25; RAMAPO STUDENTS: $8
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Mr. Burns, A Post-Electric Play
2017-04-14 20:00 - 22:00, 2017-04-15 20:00 - 22:00, 2017-04-16 20:00 - 22:00, 2017-04-20 20:00 - 22:00, 2017-04-21 20:00 - 22:00, 2017-04-22 20:00 - 22:00 | Sharp Theater, Berrie Center for the Arts, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
By Anne Washburn
Directed by Pirronne Yousefzadeh
April 14, 15, 16, 20, 21 and 22 at 8 p.m.
Mr. Burns is a dark American comedy set after the collapse of civilization. A group of survivors relives an episode of the Simpsons exploring how pop culture from one era can become the myth of another.
TICKETS: $5 RAMAPO STUDENTS; $15 GENERAL ADMISSION

Ellis Island: Gateway to a Dream
2017-04-27 10:00 - 11:00, 2017-04-27 11:45 - 13:00 | Sharp Theater, Berrie Center for the Arts, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
Ellis Island served as the portal for immigrants coming into the USA from 1892 to 1954. Before its closing, an estimated 12 million people passed through on their way to a new life in America. This one-hour musical geared towards young audiences captures the essence of their journey.
Six professional actors dressed in period clothing weave this intriguing tale with dialogue and songs of their experiences traveling into America. They were filled with hopes and excitement to begin new lives, and some encountered obstacles along the way. A wonderful supplement to the school curriculum, Ellis Island artfully tells the story of how our ancestors began to call America their home. Today, many U.S. citizens are descendants of those same immigrants. Because it relates to current events, audiences are in rapt attention as they relate to characters in the show.
Grades: 3 – 8 Links: Immigration Studies, Social Studies, Multicultural Studies, Music, Language Arts, Theater
Tickets: $8 for teachers and students
Please call 201.684.7202 to reserve space.

Jarrod Spector and Kelli Barrett: This Is Dedicated
2017-04-29 20:00 - 22:00 | Sharp Theater, Berrie Center for the Arts, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
Newly-married Broadway veterans Jarrod Spector and Kelli Barrett are often asked, “What’s it like to be married to a fellow artist?” Bringing to life the greatest songs birthed from the greatest marriages, the two attempt to answer the question. From Alan & Marilyn Bergman to Sonny and Cher to Beyonce and Jay-Z, the themes of love, heartbreak, triumph, and despair infuse not only these songs but also the storied partnerships themselves. The night celebrates marriage as the force behind the timeless music and love keeping it all together.
TICKETS: $45/$40/$35; CHILDREN UNDER 17: $30
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Roopa Panesar
2017-09-16 20:00 - 22:00 | Sharp Theater, Berrie Center for the Arts, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
Considered one of the finest sitar players to emerge on the Indian music scene, UK based Roopa Panesar is recognized as an emerging talent. Her soulful and unique style of playing has been receiving accolades from audiences and peers alike for her outstanding ability and quality of music, which has left her listeners captivated. For this performance, Roopa will collaborate with percussionist Pirashanna Thevaraiah and table player Nitin Mitta.
Tickets: $30/25/22 Children under 17: $18
WORKSHOP! September 16, 11:00 am – 12:30 pm — Sharp Theater
Co-sponsored by the Mindfulness at Ramapo College, the Ramapo College Music Department and the Berrie Center
Included with your ticket to Roopa Panesar’s evening concert is a mid-day interactive workshop with Roopa. You will learn about Indian Classical music and how performing this style is a meditation. Please call the box office at (201) 684-7844 to register after purchasing your ticket.
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Send Silence Packing*
2017-09-20 09:00 - 15:00 | The Grove, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Ramapo College of NJ, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
An Exhibit by Active Minds, Inc.
Send Silence Packing is an emotionally powerful exhibit that increases awareness and openness about suicide prevention. The visually striking display of more than 1,000 backpacks with personal stories honors and represents the number of college students whose lives are tragically lost to suicide each year. The exhibit travels nationwide to inspire action for mental health awareness, breaking through the silence that surrounds mental illness and suicide.
*Send Silence Packing is a trademarked program of Active Minds, Inc.
THIS EVENT IS FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
(Rain location – Alumni Lounges SC 156-158)

A Band Called Honalee
2017-09-23 20:00 - 22:00 | Sharp Theater, Berrie Center for the Arts, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
A Band Called Honalee is a modern-day folk trio inspired by the music and legacy of Peter, Paul and Mary. Following in the footsteps of that iconic trio, the group got its start in the heart of New York City’s East Village in 2009. Musically accomplished, interactive and energetic, their show allows audiences to experience this timeless music live onstage once again.
Tickets: $35/32/27; Children under 17: $20
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New Jersey Tap Ensemble: The Tap Act
2017-10-07 20:00 - 22:00 | Sharp Theater, Berrie Center for the Arts, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
NJTE is known for their artistic excellence in performance and the development of star tap artists. Featuring a stellar live band, THE TAP ACT – is a joyful celebration of the great tap legends that became a cornerstone of the American art form of tap dancing. Photo Credit: Vibeckedphoto
Tickets: $35/32/27: Children under 17: $20
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I Am Not Your Negro
2017-10-11 13:30 - 16:30 | Sharp Theater, Berrie Center for the Arts, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
SSHSG Film Series and Director Discussion
Join us for a screening of I Am Not Your Negro (90 min.), written by James Baldwin, directed by renowned filmmaker Raoul Peck and narrated by Samuel L. Jackson. The screening will be followed by Director Raoul Peck’s presentation, “I Am Not your Negro: Conversations on Identity, History, Race and Baldwin.” This event was made possible by a Schomburg grant.
THIS EVENT IS FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.

Michele Balan with Special Guest: Eddie Brill
2017-10-14 20:00 - 22:00 | Sharp Theater, Berrie Center for the Arts, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
MICHELE BALAN was a finalist on NBC’s Last Comic Standing, and titleholder of “Last Woman Comic Standing.” Voted one of the “Top 10 Comics” by Backstage Magazine and The San Francisco Bay Times. Credits include Montreal’s “Just for Laughs,” The Joy Behar Show, The View, HBO, Showtime, Comedy Central, Comics Unleashed and recently NBC’s The Today Show and Gotham Live. Eddie Brill has appeared 10 times on The Late Show with David Letterman and was featured on the FX hit series Louie.
Tickets: $38/35/30
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