Local Talent Takes The Stage At Morristown Fundraising Event

MORRISTOWN, NJ — It's time to recognize the many talents of Morristown residents.

Morristown ONSTAGE, the premier fundraiser for the Morristown Educational Foundation, will return to the Mayo Performing Arts Center for the 16th year.

A total of 14 acts are ready to take the stage, showcasing the best amateur talent from those who live, work, receive talent training, or attend school in Morristown, Morris Plains and Morris Township.

The performance will take place on March 1, 2023, at the Mayo Performing Arts Center in Morristown, with tickets going on sale in early 2023.

Finalists scheduled to perform include:

• Allie & Sydney: Acro Dance
• Ella Lindner: Vocalist
• Halle Just: Vocalist
• Morristown High School Spectrum Jazz Ensemble: Vocalist & Instrumental
• Noel & Naomi: Vocalists/Duet
• Sanjna Vel: Vocalist/Piano
• Zaira Eloise Soriano: Vocalist
• Dee Meluso: Vocalist
• Diana McNiff: Vocalist/Guitar
• Gina Mesler-Werber: Vocalist
• Gypsy Souls Band: Band
• Jean Louis: Vocalist
• The Mountain Jam Band: Band
• New Love City: Vocalists/Duet/Guitar

As in previous years, the finalists will compete for one of two $1,000 cash prizes for first place, one for contestants aged 19 and up and one for contestants aged 18 and under. In addition, $500 will be awarded to the "Audience Choice" Winner, which will be determined by a "text-to-vote" at the end of the show.

There will also be a chance to win the New York Jets Take Flight Award, in which the top two vocalists will lead the National Anthem at MetLife Stadium during a New York Jets game.

“It was incredible to see all the amazing artists that came out to audition for Morristown ONSTAGE this year,” said Joelle Servais, Morris Educational Foundation Executive Director. “The stage was electric with talent and also with pride for being a part of this community. We had our work cut out for us, but in the end, we selected an amazing group of finalists who will light up the stage at the Mayo Performing Arts Center for our timeless show on March 1.”

The competition will be judged by a distinguished panel of arts and entertainment professionals. Morristown resident Tara Bernie returns as the show's Master of Ceremonies and host for the 9th year.

Bernie most recently served as a Senior Content Producer at PEOPLE and was honored with an Emmy for her work as a Senior Correspondent on DailyMailTV.

Morristown ONSTAGE was established to assist the Morris Educational Foundation in distributing financial and other resources to and for the Morris School District for enrichment programs and other projects.

The 2022 event raised over $150,000 for the MEF, and thanks to the overwhelming community support, Morristown ONSTAGE has raised over $1.4 million since its inception.

To become a sponsor or purchase an advertisement in the Morristown ONSTAGE playbill to support the finalists and benefit the Morris Educational Foundation, visit www.morristownonstage.com.