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NJ SJR153
NJ SJR153Designates The Growing Stage Children's Theatre of New Jersey as New Jersey State children's theatre.
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Introduced
02/20/2025
02/20/2025
In Committee
02/20/2025
02/20/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This resolution would designate The Growing Stage Children's Theatre of New Jersey as the New Jersey State children's theatre. The Growing Stage plays a unique role in the State by introducing children and families to the performing arts. The theatre has had a long history of enriching the community by presenting a variety of productions to thousands of people. The theatre actively engages communities of all economic and social backgrounds to be a part of the performing arts.
AI Summary
This joint resolution designates The Growing Stage Children's Theatre of New Jersey as the official state children's theatre, recognizing the organization's significant contributions to performing arts education since 1981. Located in the historic Palace Theatre in Netcong, the theatre is a professional Actors' Equity Association member that has been instrumental in introducing children and families to live theatre, music, and dance, particularly in underserved communities. The resolution highlights the theatre's impressive achievements, including producing over 100 shows with 1,500 performances, entertaining more than 250,000 people, and growing its operational budget from $30,000 in 1982 to $700,000 in 2010. Of particular note is the theatre's unique production "Tales from the Garden," which explores New Jersey's rich history, and its role in preserving the historic Palace Theatre, which is now listed on both national and state historic registers. By officially recognizing The Growing Stage, the resolution celebrates the organization's commitment to nurturing creativity, artistic expression, and community engagement through performing arts.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee (on 02/20/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/SJR153 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/SJR/153_I1.HTM |
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