Meet Soraya: Bringing Middle Eastern dance to the stage
For Margate-based belly dancer Soraya, a career in performance began with a childhood connection to her heritage. “This career chose me. I didn’t choose it,” she said. Born in the United States to a family of Middle Eastern heritage, Soraya began dancing at family...
My run-ins with the kings of swing
They were both swing-era titans who led two of the most famous bands in the history of jazz. They both played clarinet and they both disliked each other. They were each master instrumentalists and are still revered today. Both were somewhat odd and peculiar, and both...
Halloween events bring spooky fun to Atlantic City
Atlantic City is celebrating Halloween with haunted attractions, costume contests, themed cocktails, live music and late-night parties at destinations throughout the resort. From candlelight concerts and historic hotel parties to glow-filled dance floors, visitors...
River Rat brings history, legends and movie nights to Great Egg Harbor River
The Great Egg Harbor River has plenty of stories to tell. Its history, local legends and surrounding wildlife offer a look at a side of South Jersey that many residents and visitors have not experienced from the water. Gallion, owner and captain of River Rat, is...
Second time’s the charm for singer Greg Farnese
The Casino File For South Jersey-based crooner Greg Farnese, it’s the second time that’s the charm. In 2018, Farnese (pronounced far-NAY-zee) released his debut CD, “Set in Motion” on the Camden-based Victor label. By his own account, it wasn’t a particularly strong...
