Hopewell Valley Stage Returns With New Programming And Website

HOPEWELL, NJ — Hopewell Valley Stage has resumed programming following a six-week summer pause during which the theater made improvements to its venue, website and upcoming offerings.

The theater, which launched its programming in April under the Hopewell Valley Arts Council, has introduced a redesigned website at hvstage.org. The site provides information about upcoming events, the theater space, rental opportunities and booking inquiries.

With the website launch, the Stage is now accepting rental bookings, giving community groups and other organizations an opportunity to use the historic venue.

The theater’s upcoming programming will include live music and dance events featuring a range of offerings, from classic rock and improvised film scores to a line dancing night. Aesop Romp!, the Stage’s children’s program, will also return on Saturday mornings. Each child’s performance will be followed by a play group at a nearby gazebo park.

The Stage’s management said the programming is designed to explore the venue’s potential while welcoming community feedback as the theater enters its next chapter.

All events take place at Hopewell Valley Stage at 5 S. Greenwood Avenue.

August and early September events include:

Pure McCartney

Saturday, August 15 at 7:30pm

New Jersey’s premier tribute to the music of Paul McCartney, faithfully recreating hits from The Beatles, Wings, and Paul’s solo career.

Line Dance with Live Music (Ft. Jet Weston and His Cocktail Cowboy Combo)

Saturday, August 22 at 7:30pm

Get your good boots on! With movement instruction by MattCoRonnie Dance Co., both seasoned line dancers and beginners are sure to enjoy.

Jack Furlong Orchestra

Friday, August 28 at 7:30pm

10-piece “Little Big Band” channeling the jazz club scene of yesteryear for some late summer steam heat.

Becca Stevens

Sunday, August 30 at 7:30pm

2X GRAMMY-nominated songwriter and multi-instrumentalist drawing from roots in Appalachian folk, jazz, and experimental indie.

Dave Butler & Friends Present Cinema Improv: A Living Soundtrack

Friday, September 4 at 7:30pm

World-class musicians improvise a soundtrack to an experimental film live before your eyes & ears.

Salsa at the Stage: Alientos/The Rhythms of the Hearts Band

Saturday, September 5 at 7pm
A night of dance and community celebrating the rhythms of the Caribbean. No experience necessary.

Aesop Romp!: The HVStage Kids’ Show

Saturday, August 22, Saturday, August 29, and Saturday, September 5 at 10 a.m.

Aesop Romp! features a rotating cast and loads of improvisation so you can return again and again. Performances are followed by an informal play group at the park *almost* next door.