Here are some of the ways we move outside of the theatre to provide our vibrant community with fun and exciting programming and events:
Our Arts in the Community program offers free events throughout the community, increasing access to the arts locally to all and engaging culturally diverse artists.
MPAC’s Arts in Community initiative is based on the best practices of Creative Placemaking. With our Arts in the Community program, we expand our commitment to providing creative arts programming to spaces outside of the Theater.
Free Summertime Community Events
MPAC brings the performing arts beyond our walls and into the community! Through free concerts, dance parties and arts participation events, MPAC’s Arts in the community programs engage the greater Morristown community in their neighborhoods.
Theatre of Light
The universal symbol of light illuminates the rich cultural diversity of our community when Mayo Performing Arts Center transforms the Vail Mansion Plaza into a “Theater of Light,” an annual community event that takes place late fall/early Winter. This year’s event will be held on November 24th!
Sponsors
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Free Summer Event: MPAC Music Student of the Month Recital
Morris County middle and high school musicians honored as MPAC Music Students of the Month throughout the past season showcase their talents in this year-end recital. The Music Student of the Month program is sponsored by the Walter F. and Alice Gorham Foundation
Special Event: Juneteenth Arts Celebration Kickoff Concert
Celebrate the spirit and message of Juneteenth with this concert by vocalist Lynette Sheard that features popular freedom songs that demonstrate the joy and hope of the African-American experience. This event is the kick-off of the Juneteenth Arts Celebration, a three day event in partnership with Morris Museum, Art in the Atrium and Morris Arts. See JuneteenthArtsCelebration.com for event details.
Free Summer Event: Country Line Dancing with Paul Stoddard
A li’l bit of Nashville comes to Morristown! Put on your cowboy boots for a honky-tonk evening of country line dancing with DJ and dance instructor Paul Stoddard, who will have you swinging to the sounds of classic and contemporary country music whether you’re an experienced line dancer or novice!
Free Summer Event: Bollywood Dance Party with DJ Arjun
Back by popular demand! Born in Mumbai, DJ Arjun is known for his Bollywood and Top 40 dance music mix, infusing his events with energy and enthusiasm that captivates the dance floor! B2Z Dance School returns to bring the rhythm of Bollywood moves and Mehndikalogie will provide intricate designs of henna art.
Free Summer Event: Salsa at Sunset
MPAC’s annual salsa night spices up the town with zesty night of Latin rhythms, great dancing and much more. Instructors will be on hand to help you learn all of the steps!
Free Summer Event: An Evening with Singer-Songwriters Megan Chappius and Jeiris Cook
Singer-songwriter and Morristown-native Megan Chappius’ warm vocal tone and playful melodies encapsulate a blend of soul, jazz, and folk. With a style that’s an infusion of vintage soul, folk and rhythm and blues rolled into a velvety serenade, Jeiris Cook marries sounds old and new while delivering a performance that is truly unique and memorable.
