April 2026 President's Note: A Season in Bloom

Happy April, everyone!

I can’t believe it is April. Here is the best part: we survived the winter!  It is time to come out of hibernation and enjoy the weather.  I am loving the sunset coming later in the day.  This spring is going to be amazing for all, I can feel it. Between the cold weather and snow, I thought it would never end! I can say happily good bye winter and welcome spring!

This month I need to honor all the reviewers!   I really appreciate all of you for stepping up to the plate.  This means a lot for me because the shows are getting live, in-person reviews.  I know some shows got canceled because of the snow, but hey, it’s the season.  You all make me very proud, and you all rock.  I am happy to see the reviews coming in on time.  Thank you for making our job on this end easier.  Together, we make up NJACT, and we come together to celebrate each other.  From the bottom of my heart and the board’s, we thank you! For next reviewer year, I would like to see all reviewers complete their two reviews earlier so the end of the year doesn’t feel so crammed!

Today I want to acknowledge Dover Little Theater.  This is the gem of the town!  It is very homely, like other NJ Theaters, they make you welcome when you walk in.  There is a lot to do around town! I am a big history buff and love to learn a lot.  A fun place to go to is the Dover Area Historical Society.  I have learned a lot there.  I know there are some awesome people who like to check out local restaurants – go try some! Go and support local restaurants.  I do all the time.

Thank you all for all that you do!  Let’s get the April party started!

With much love and appreciation,

PJ Campacci
President, New Jersey Association of Community Theaters

The 2025 NJACT Perry Awards Nomination Ceremony -- Introducing Guilded Glamour!

Event Information
The 2025 NJACT Perry Awards will take place at the Strand Center for the Arts in Lakewood on Sunday, September 21st.
Cocktail Hour: 5:30 PM
Awards Ceremony: 7:00 PM

NJACT joins WWDB AM 860 Talk Radio host Pete Trabucco for a lively conversation previewing the 2025 NJACT Perry Awards Ceremony, taking place at the Strand Center for the Arts (Lakewood, NJ) on Sunday, September 21, 2025, with a cocktail reception at 5:30 p.m. and the ceremony at 7:00 p.m.

Participating on behalf of NJACT are PJ Campacci (President), Elizabeth Rzasa (Vice President, Communications & Logistics), and Alissa Valiante (Vice President, Production). The segment will highlight what the Perrys celebrate across New Jersey’s community‑theater scene, what’s new for 2025, and how artists, crews, volunteers, and audiences can take part in this statewide celebration of excellence.  Stream online here!

 

Hot off the presses: BroadwayWorld is buzzing about the 2025 NJACT Perry Awards. Dive into the story and meet us in Lakewood on Sept 21—let’s make it a night of ovations!

A Flashback to our 2023 Ceremony Venue Reveal!

Getting to Know You with PJ Campacci

NJACT Perry Awards is pleased to present Episode 6 of “Getting to Know You with PJ Campacci” — a monthly show where our President will interview member theaters to discuss their experiences in NJ theater. This month’s episode features Rob Michael Lasky from The MTM Players.

Check out previous episodes and other videos may be found on our NJACT Videos YouTube channel!

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