theatre of light 2024

MPAC Arts in the Community Presents: Theatre of Light 2024

The universal symbol of light will illuminate the rich cultural diversity of our community when Mayo Performing Arts Center transforms the Vail Mansion Plaza into our fifth annual “Theatre of Light.” A curtain of stars and lights will welcome the community onto the Vail Plaza for this free evening of celebration. Specially lit magical winged dancers will perform while enchanted creatures and puppets roam about in dazzling colors. There will be music, dance, ice carving and craft making from a variety of community artists.

The symbol of light is significant in cultures from around the world.  Light is a symbol of hope, peace, unity, truth, joy, happiness and more. 

The universal symbol of light will illuminate the rich cultural diversity of our community when Mayo Performing Arts Center transforms the Vail Mansion Plaza into a “Theatre of Light” on Sunday, November 24 at 5 pm.

“Theatre of Light is an opportunity to bring together our diverse community and to inspire, engage and connect people from all backgrounds through the magic of the arts,” said Allison Larena, President & CEO, MPAC.

The fifth annual Theatre of Light event has been expanded from previous years. A curtain of stars and lights will welcome the community onto the Vail Plaza.  Specially lit magical winged dancers will perform while enchanted creatures and puppets roam about in dazzling colors. There will be music, dance, ice carving, and craft making.

This year’s event will include participation and/or performances from the following community artists:

Fluxion LED Light Dancers

MPAC PAS

Unity Steppers

OKAMOTO Studios – Live Ice Sculpting

Music by –DJ Lingo

Throughout the evening:

Craft Table- Create Magic wands, crowns and more!

Over the Moon-  Write your wishes and intentions for your loved ones and community and attach to the Silvery Moon installation!

The evening ends with a Community Light Parade led by Magical creatures, Winged Dancers and other surprises!

“Theatre of Light is truly a celebration of community,” added Kadie Dempsey, MPAC’s Community Engagement Director and Principle, Core Creative Placemaking. “We believe that by engaging community in the process, the event takes on a deeper and more meaningful experience for participants and the community.”

MPAC’s Theatre of Light is being coordinated by CORE Creative Placemaking.  CORE’s principles, Morristown residents Kadie Dempsey and Dan Fenelon, create experiences that Inspire, engage and connect.

 

All Arts in the Community Events are Generously Sponsored by:

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Special Thanks To:

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Morristown Cultural District

Our Mission

Mayo Performing Arts Center, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, presents a wide range of programs that entertain, enrich, and educate the diverse population of the region and enhance the economic vitality of Northern New Jersey.

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MPAC is grateful to the following donors whose major support helps to sustain the general operating needs of our organization:

Fmkirby Discover Jersey Arts New Jersey State Council on the Arts Morris County NJ
New Jersey Cultural Trust Jacobs Levy Equity Management The Blanche and Irving Laurie Foundation
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