An unusual music and storytelling experience is coming to Ludlam Brewery on Sunday, April 26, as Grendel’s Lair transforms the space into a dark, immersive rock environment for an afternoon listening event.
Created by Upper Township resident Suzé DiPietro and collaborator Frank Gorgo of Newfield, Grendel’s Lair is a 22-song concept album set inside a fictional nightclub, where the story unfolds entirely through the music. Blending hard rock with character-driven storytelling, the project introduces audiences to a world of shifting power, tension, and intrigue.
The April 26 listening party brings that world into a live setting. Guests will enter through a staged club-style experience and step into a space featuring cinematic character visuals projected throughout the brewery, along with a curated sequence of music from the album. A live Q&A with the creators will offer insight into the project’s development and creative approach.
“It’s not just something you listen to—you step into it,” DiPietro said.
Admission is free, with a cash bar. Guests will be able to access the music on-site via streaming platforms, and attendees are encouraged to bring a canned good to support the Ocean City Food Pantry.
Event Details:
Ludlam Brewery
2051 Dennisville-Petersburg Rd., Woodbine, NJ 08270
Sunday, April 26
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
