MUSIC & EVENTS
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Swing 'n Soul
Friday April 11th Doors 6:30 Start 7:00 Tickets $15 Let’s dance and twist the night away. Join Jersey Shore Swing and The Belmar Arts Council for a Swing ’n Soul party. Make new friends, let your backbone slip while getting some cardio. We will be teaching a soul line dance followed by DJ’d classic soul and R&B. Soul Line Dance Session: 7:00-7:45 (45 minutes) DJ Music - 7:45-10:00 |
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Niki Arrowsmith
Live @ BAC April 12 Doors 7:00 Show 7:30 Local folk/jazz/spiritual music artist Niki Arrowsmith offers a rare solo performance of original music at the Belmar Arts Center. Audiences may know her as the songwriter and bandleader of Gaia Raga, a fusion band. She will present solo versions of familiar Gaia Raga numbers such as “Spring,” “Quietness” and “Love Dogs,” songs based on the ancient poetry of Rumi. Niki is also a passionate home chef, and those in attendance will be treated to warm home made spiced chai and snacks. |
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Jazz Night at Belmar Arts Center!
April 18 7:00 PM Doors 6:45 $5 Cover. Come for the jazz, join for the vibe! Every Third Friday of the month, the Belmar Arts Center will transform into an intimate lively Jazz Club, where live music will flow as freely as the creativity with swinging rhythms and smooth improvisations! Wear your dancing shoes, bring a snack and your favorite drink (BYOB), and if you play, bring your instrument if you’d like to sit in for a number or two. Whether you're here to play, dance, or just soak in the soulful sounds, this is the place to be for a night of pure musical magic. |
Trio of fingerstyle guitar and vocals, violin, mandolin and/or 2nd guitar and a box drummer.
Daniel Keiser gathered the most experienced and creative musicians he could find to create a unique contemporary folk band, infused with artistic rock and blues flavors. Susan Salmon gives the band an original and skillful sound with her violin and mandolin, while also at times delivering a subtle rock edge on her Stratocaster. Tony Pasqua supplies the unique bluesy feel on the piano, and the expert percussion of Bob Naumchik really rounds out the band’s innovative sound. Combining Daniel’s many years of study in classical, bluegrass, and rock styles with other impressive and talented artists has created a distinctive, melodic sound that is worth checking out. The Daniel Keiser band was recently selected to open for 14 time Grammy winner Dan Tyminski from the Alison Krauss Band at Stockton university and is a regular at The Lizzie Rose Music |
Daniel Keiser Trio
Saturday April 19th Doors 7:30 Start 8:00 Tickets $20 Enjoy the depth of lyrics and talent of this folk-rock trio as they play a mix of covers and originals from their new album. Go to danielkeisermusic.com to sample some of their music. |
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Jimmy Maywalt Comedy @ the BAC
April 26 Show 8:00 Doors 7:30 Join Jimmy Maywalt and his growing comedy family for what is sure to be a raucous show. Jimmy's humor is straight out of North Wall NJ. It's a BYOB place with a killer vibe and growing comedy family of both performers and audience members. This is the second year of the Comedy at the BAC series. If not here you can catch Jimmy at the Comic Strip Live in NYC and various venues around the tri-state area. Go to jimmymaywalt.com for more info and laughs. Meet the comics- Sean McDonough- One of the feature comics on the show. He returns to the BAC with his edgy, Jersey dude comedy style. He does comedy roasts and shows up and down the Jersey Shore. Danny Livingston—Danny the shoe man represents Long Island, and you can see him at Comic Strip Live as well as in Connecticut, where I worked with Danny in what some might call "a hunting lodge." There was no chicken wire on the stage, but you could go to the comedy show and buy a shed all within 30 square yards. Danny- always funny and always loveable. OUR HEADLINER!!!!Joseph Anthony- Put your seatbelts on, Belmar NJ. Joseph returns to the BAC with comedy guns blazing. You can get a taste of Joe on his blog, "The Unfunny Truth," which is a day in the mind of Joseph Anthony. He has headlined from here to California and will blow the doors off the place on August 26th. I am super stoked to have Joe back to headline the show. You won't want to miss this. |
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DISCOVER INCREDIBLE DEALS ON CREATIVE TOOLS!
Cameras, Art Supplies, Jewelry Making Supplies and more Join Us for the BAC Swap Meet The BAC Swap Meet is your one-stop marketplace for art supplies, photography equipment and gear, and creative tools. Whether you’re looking to stock up or upgrade, this event is perfect for you! Find incredible deals at great prices. When: Saturday, April 26 Where: Belmar Arts Center 806 River Rd, Belmar, NJ Time: 9:00am – 1:00pm What Will You Find?
Get Early Access! Be the first to snag the best deals:
Vendors accept cash, check, Cash App, Venmo, Zelle, etc. For more information, visit www.belmararts.org Come for the deals, Buy for your next inspired project —see you at the BAC Swap Meet! |
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Andrew John Rayha
"Black Sheep" Single Release Show Saturday, May 10, 2025 Doors 7:00 Show 7:30pm The Belmar Arts Center is proud to showcase original music from one of its favorite songwriters, Andrew John Rayha. Andrew's deep, soulful voice and unique, percussive rhythm guitar style make him stand out amongst other artists in the New Jersey music scene. On this night, Andrew is celebrating the release of his new single, "Black Sheep." Friends and fellow musicians of Andrew have been anticipating this release for a long time, and on this night they will get what they want! Featured opening artists on this show will include Todd Garno, Gene Black, and Alex Sanders, all of whom bring distinct styles and approaches to songwriting. Snacks and refreshments will be provided! |
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An Evening with Renee Maskin
Thursday May 15th • $20 Doors: 7pm / Show: 7:30pm Known for her distinctive voice, literally and artistically, Renee Maskin is a staple of the thriving music scene in Asbury Park, NJ. Merging indie-folk with country and experimental influences, Maskin’s work is as grounded in traditional song craft as it is offbeat and distinct in its delivery. After decades of touring with bands, she has been releasing music under her own name since 2022. In early 2023, Maskin’s full-band collaborative effort Renee Maskin & The Mysterious Wilds reached number one on the NACC Folk charts. A solo effort later that year, Shimmer, was named one of 2023’s National Top Albums by The Aquarian that year, which also named her “Songwriter of the Year”. Maskin’s unique sound has brought her to support wide ranging international acts, including Jon Langford (Mekons), William Tyler, Tyler Ramsey, Del Amitri, and Jill Sobule to name a few. Maskin formerly fronted indie-rock group Lowilght, a run that included four acclaimed studio albums and a tour opening for rock icons, Pretenders. Before then, she played in bands ranging from prog-punk, to alt-country, to somber folk. More info at: https://www.reneemaskin.com/ We'll begin the evening with an opening set by Kevin Spyker, music director at Belmar Arts, bringing his eclectic blend of originals, covers and jams. Spyker and his fellow musical collaborators at BAC are known for multi-media performances like "Dark Side of the Rainbow" and their ongoing tribute series pairing legends of rock with unsung heroes. Follow on Facebook & YouTube @KevinSpyker |
