Hello Friends, Theaters, and Members:

Hello All!

Happy new season to us all! I can’t believe we’re already wrapping up one season and beginning another! Preparations for the Perry Awards this September have begun, even as we start reviewing shows for the 2025/2026 season. Here, we never stop working on the new season while finishing the current one.

The nominations are coming soon! This year, they’ll be announced at Somerset Valley Players on July 26 (I think I have that date right…someone please confirm so I don’t look crazy!). If you’re heading to SVP for nominations, I challenge you to find some of the NJACT Board members on the walls of past shows there. Let’s see who can spot us!

Speaking of events…The Perry Awards are coming up in September. The date and time are set, and we’ll be announcing ticket prices and ad rates after the Nominations. And hey — if you really, really, really like me, you could even buy an ad professing your love. The only downside is that all you’ll get in return is a big hug from me. HAHA!

We also have a theme this year, and I’m excited to see you all shine! If you’re wondering what to wear, don’t ask me—I barely know how to dress myself on a normal day, let alone for a fancy event. But I promise to share some ideas soon…Once I come up with some.

Lastly, let’s enjoy this summer! Go have fun, treat yourself to dinner, eat lots of ice cream, and go support the theatre by seeing a show. I’ll be doing the same, since I live at the shore and try to dodge the traffic and crowds whenever I can. When does local summer start again?!

I hope you make amazing memories, and I’ll see you at the nominations!

With much love and appreciation,