2023 marks Morris Arts' 50th Anniversary! We invite you to celebrate with us throughout the year at our existing arts events and programs along with at a few additional golden anniversary happenings. Below is a compilation of what's coming up in May. We look forward to connecting with you through the arts!

ARTS IN EDUCATION

ARTS IN EDUCATION SHOWCASE

MAY 9TH | 09:15AM–1:30PM | FREE

The Shakespeare Theatre of NJ, Drew University | 36 Madison Avenue, Madison 

This free event invites cultural arts leaders, PTO/HSA members, teachers and principals to see first-hand highlights of programs created for students in the visual arts, dance, music, theatre, storytelling and more.

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REGIONAL CULTURAL ARTS EXCHANGE

MAY 30TH | 10AM–12PM | FREE 

Morris Arts | 14 Maple Avenue, Morristown 

This free events provides a great opportunity for cultural arts representatives to share ideas and experiences and exchange feedback on assembly and residency programs. It also allows for networking between schools and making contacts for coordinating future block bookings. 

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Enjoy an evening of music and arts at the 39th Annual Giralda Farms Music & Arts Festival. This outdoor concert will feature the New Jersey Symphony with a pre-show performance by The Tia Holt Experience.

Symphony Concert starts at 6PM; pre-show performance starts at 4:30PM. 

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PRE-SHOW:

THE TIA HOLT EXPERIENCE

ARTIST ENTRY

GREAT CONVERSATIONS RECAP

On Wednesday, April 26 we welcomed 250 guests to our 15th Annual Great Conversations gala at Birchwood Manor. To kick off our 50th Anniversary celebration, this year’s event include some extra special touches. Check out our recap for event photos, our digital program, and more!

FULL RECAP

LOCAL ARTS GRANTEES UPCOMING EVENTS

This year, we awarded $120,500 to 32 organizations in Morris Country. Below is a sampling of some events they produce. Be sure to visit their websites and social channels for additional information and events.

Looking to apply for our FY24 Local Art Grants? Join us at our May information session.

Good Grief

COMMUNITY WEBINAR: GRIEF AND POETRY WITH CHANEL BRENNER

MAY 11 | 01:00-02:00PM | FREE via Zoom

A one-hour webinar on poetry and grief with Chanel Brenner. All live attendees will receive a certificate of attendance.

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Lakeland Youth Symphony

65TH CELEBRATION CONCERT

MAY 13 | 04:00-06:00PM | $15

Mountain Lakes High School

96 Powerville Road, Mountain Lakes

Featuring music from Mozart, Marriage of Figaro Overture

William Grant Still, Danzas de Panama Andrew Lloyd Webber, Phantom of the Opera and so much more!

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Community College of Morris

TEEN ARTS FESTIVAL

MAY 17 | 09:00AM-03:00PM | $25

Community College of Morris, 214 Center Grove Road, Randolph

This year’s theme is “Art & Identity.” Participants are encouraged to consider how artistic creation operates as a means of personal and collective expression.

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Morris Choral Society

"CARMINA BURANA" SPRING CONCERT

MAY 20 | 07:00PM | $15-25

United Methodist Church, 50 S Park Pl, Morristown

Arrangement for chorus, two pianos & percussion.

Soloists: Manami Aoki, Soprano; Justin Gonzalez, Tenor; Jonathan R. Green, Baritone

Guest Choir: Young People’s Chorus of NYC

The chorus is led by Michael Wittenburg.

FULL LISTING OF GRANTEES

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