Founded in 1922, The Wellmont Theatre is a theatrical and music venue located on Seymour Street in downtown Montclair. Originally featuring only live preformances, Wellmont began screening movies in 1929. In 2008, the theatre underwent a $3 million renovation and now hosts regularly scheduled live entertainment events from world renowned performers.
Front & Center for Performing Arts offers a variety of classes including dance (ballet, jazz, tap, lyrical/contemporary and hip hop), musical theatre, voice, acting and more. The center caters to the needs of both the serious performer and the recreational student. The caring and knowledgeable staff strives to create a fun and nurturing environment. The center features a large studio with three monitors that allow parents to watch their children's classes without disturbing the other students.
Two River Theater is a theatre company that was founded in 1994 by Dr. Robert M. and Joan Rechnitz. It offers an 8 show season of classics as well as contemporary plays and musicals. Two River Theater also offers community and educational theater arts programs.
The Hudson School is a private middle and high school that serves grades 5-12 and provides a rigorous college preparatory education. The school offers classes in many subjects including language arts, science, math, philosophy, and foreign languages such as French, German, Spanish and Japanese. Two years of Latin classes are required in order to graduate. Students are also required to complete 20 hours of community service before graduation.
The school was founded in 1978 by current principal Suellen Newman, with the financial assistance of the Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation.
The school day begins at 8:30am. High school students, with their parents' permission are free to eat lunch off campus so long as it is nearby.
Sharron Miller's Academy for The Performing Arts resides on Park Street in Downtown Montclair, next to Urban Outfitters on the second floor. This organization was established by Sharron Miller, founder and director. Sharron Miller is an accomplished performer, having gone to The Julliard School and performing on broadway, on TV and in movies. She is absolutely commited to bringing the Arts to Montclair and enriching the lives of children, teens, and adults alike.
With Sharron Miller's Academy for The Performing Arts, Montclair community members can get involved with various programs and all types of dance, from jazz to ballet. The organization can also host your childs next birthday party, offering dance class, balloons and food. Visit the Web site to learn more about Sharron Miller's Academy for The Performing Arts programs.
The Mile Square Theatre is a Hoboken theater company using the Monroe Center space. It seeks to promote the theatre arts in Hoboken and Hudson County, presenting new works and classic dramas in addition to hosting community-based projects, school residencies and classes. For more information about the company, visit the Mile Square Theatre Web site.
The Bergen County Players is a nonprofit organization that puts on plays. It has all different types of performances. All types of people have performed at this theatre. It accepts volunteers only. Go and see a performance at this theatre. It is an event you won't forget.
Ballet Forte at Wings Conservatory is a performing arts studio that offers beginner, intermediate and advanced ballet instruction. Andrea Kramer is the founder and current artistic director.
The New Jersey Repertory Company is nonprofit theater that produces about six plays per years and hosts more than 25 script-in-hand readings. The company offers two performance spaces for rent. The organization's mission is to develop and produce new plays in order to expand the repertoire of the American stage, without favoring any style over another.
