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Jazz and Jamming — Improvising Life Featuring Charisa The Violin Diva Produced by Gregory Burrus Productions
June 28, 2025 @ 9:00 pm – 10:30 pm EDT
Prepare for a transcendent evening, curated and produced by Gregory Burrus Productions, where musical virtuosity meets life wisdom in perfect harmony when the incomparable Charisa The Violin Diva takes the stage.
As leader of Strings Nation, Charisa has the ability to transform the violin into a living, breathing extension of her soul. Her bow dances across strings with electrifying precision, blending classical training with contemporary passion to create a sound uniquely her own. From soul-stirring jazz to rhythm and blues, from nostalgic classics to modern hip-hop, her versatility knows no bounds.
Between performances, the evening takes a thoughtful turn as mental health professionals from the Mental Health Players of New Jersey explore the parallels between musical improvisation and navigating life’s unexpected turns. These insightful discussions reveal how the principles of jazz — listening, adapting and creating in the moment — offer profound lessons for personal growth and resilience.
Whether you’re a jazz aficionado or simply seeking an evening of inspiration, this unique blend of virtuoso performance and life-affirming conversation promises to leave you not just entertained, but transformed.
The Mental Health Association in New Jersey’s NJ Mental Health Players (NJMHP) is the longest-running community education program of its type in New Jersey. Presentations provide audiences with a dynamic way to receive basic education about mental illness, addiction, and other relevant challenges.
About North 2 Shore Festival
Prudential Financial and NJPAC presents the 2025 North to Shore Festival which features all the talent, diversity and creativity that New Jersey has to provide, delivering performances, screenings, parties and conversations in three of the state’s most iconic cities. In partnership with Atlantic City, Asbury Park, and Newark, the festival guarantees an over-the-top showcase of Jersey excellence. Conceived by Governor Phil Murphy and First Lady Tammy Murphy, the North 2 Shore Festival aims to spotlight New Jersey’s role as a destination for the arts and entertainment and an incubator of new ideas and fresh talent.
Learn More about the North 2 Shore Festival – Press Release 2025
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