Schedule
15th Annual Esther C. Weil Student Music Competition
Ocean City Music Pier
Thursday, May 8
🎹Piano Performances: 5 pm
🎤🎻🎺Vocal and Instrumental Performances: 7 pm
Dubbed “the last leading man” by The New York Times, two-time Tony Award winner Brian Stokes Mitchell has enjoyed a career that spans Broadway, television, film, and concert appearances with the country’s finest conductors and orchestras. He received Tony, Drama Desk, and Outer Critics Circle awards for his star turn in Kiss Me, Kate. He also gave Tony-nominated performances in Man of La Mancha, August Wilson’s King Hedley II, and Ragtime.
Other notable Broadway shows include Kiss of the Spider Woman, Jelly’s Last Jam, Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown and Shuffle Along. In 2016 he was awarded his second Tony Award, the prestigious Isabelle Stevenson Tony for his Charitable work with The Actors Fund. That same year Stokes was inducted into the Theatre Hall of Fame.
Tickets are $61 and $71 and can be purchased at ocnj.us/boxoffice
Few orchestras in the world have the flexibility and versatility of the Ocean City Pops. On Sunday, June 29, Maestro Vince Lee will take you on a whirlwind tour of the wide variety of genres that the Ocean City Pops is famous for performing. If you enjoy an evening of variety and surprises, this concert is for you! The show takes place on the Ocean City Music Pier at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $22 and $27 and can be purchased at ocnj.us/boxoffice.
The force is strong with this outdoor concert! The Ocean City Pops and Maestro Vince Lee will take you on an extraordinary journey through the entire Star Wars saga, featuring the music of legendary film composer John Williams. Come dressed as your favorite Star Wars character, and kids age 12 and under can enter our costume contest! We have family-friendly pricing for this special event, so spread the word and bring the whole family to Carey Stadium, just off of the Boardwalk between 5th and 6th Streets.
This show is outdoors with seating on the field and bleachers. Please bring a beach chair or towel to sit on field.
Tickets are $17 and can be purchased at ocnj.us/boxoffice.
The Ocean City Pops present a concert of diva showstoppers featuring a Glinda and Elphaba from the Broadway company of Wicked. Good Witch/Bad Witch has been thrilling audiences coast to coast with their stunning vocals and playful banter, and the Pops are thrilled to bring the show to the Ocean City Music Pier. Tickets are $30 and $40 and can be purchased at ocnj.us/boxoffice.
George Gershwin, Cole Porter, and Jerome Kern were the giants of American popular song in the first half of the 20th century, and their compositions for Broadway and Hollywood are an enduring part of what we now know as the Great American Songbook. Join Maestro Vince Lee and the Ocean City Pops on a journey through some of the greatest music ever written! Tickets are $25 and $30 and can be purchased at ocnj.us/boxoffice.
The critically-acclaimed show “Live and Let Die” featuring Tony Kishman, veteran of the Broadway smash hit musical “Beatlemania”, is a dynamic full multimedia Concert Production that has set high performance standards as it celebrates the music of Paul McCartney.
Hailed by the media as “The Quintessential Paul McCartney,” Tony has performed to audiences worldwide and is regarded by “Beatlemaniacs” as the world’s best McCartney look-alike/sound-alike and with an amazing line-up of world class musicians; the show continues to gather glowing reviews and sell out major venues across the US.
With state-of-the-art sound, lighting, and a note-perfect, visually accurate recreation, you’ll hear hit songs from the Beatles catalog and Paul McCartney’s solo works including: “Hey Jude,” “Jet,” “Penny Lane,” “Live And Let Die,” “Yesterday,” “Eleanor Rigby,” “My Love,” “Let It Be,” “Maybe I’m Amazed,” “Got to Get You Into My Life,” “Silly Love Songs,” and many more.
Tickets range from $47 to $52 and can be purchased at ocnj.us/boxoffice.
Rosin up your bow and get ready for a toe-tapping evening filled with the glory of country music stretching from classics of the 1950s all the way up to the hottest contemporary hits. Join our salute to Kenny Rogers, Dolly Parton, Garth Brooks, Tammy Wynette, Rascal Flatts, George Jones, Patsy Cline, Hank Williams, Carrie Underwood and more as we sing the songs that have kept jukeboxes playing for the last seventy years. Tickets are $35 and $40 and are available at ocnj.us/boxoffice.
Join the Ocean City Pops in a breezy celebration of our home! The extraordinary Ocean City Music Pier is one of the only concert halls in the world that is *on* the water, and this show will celebrate music about life on the oceans, rivers, and more. Expect features ranging from jazz standards to symphonic favorites, along with a special guest appearance by former Ocean City Pops conductor, Bill Scheible. For tickets, which range from $22 to $27, visit ocnj.us/boxoffice.
From the Temptations and the Four Seasons to Bon Jovi and the Backstreet Boys, a talented trio of singers will take you on a musical journey through the decades. Sing along to hits by the Beatles, Earth Wind & Fire, Journey, the Bee Gees, and more. Tickets are $45. (The Ocean City Pops will not perform at this concert.) Proceeds will benefit the Friends of the Ocean City Pops.
It's movie night in Ocean City! Come hear the Ocean City Pops at its best as Maestro Vince Lee takes you on a grand tour of the biggest hits from the Silver Screen. Featured movie composers include Elmer Bernstein, Alan Silvestri, Lalo Schifrin, Hans Zimmer, and many more! Tickets are$27 and $32 and can be purchased at ocnj.us/boxoffice.
An iconic film from the 80s comes to life as the Ocean City Theatre Company presents “Footloose.” Dance in your seats as the Pops play the Tony-nominated score, which includes “Holding Out for a Hero,” “Let’s Hear It for the Boy,” and the wildly popular title song. Join us at the Bill and Nancy Hughes Performing Arts Center on August 5-8 and 12-14. For tickets, visit https://www.ocnj.us/boxoffice.
Come see the original masters of romance and intrigue! Many decades before Hollywood directors were spinning tales of love and death on the Silver Screen, the original masters of drama, Puccini, Verdi, and Mozart, had perfected those stories on the grand Opera stage. Featured operas include La Bohème, Turandot, The Marriage of Figaro, La Traviata, and much more. Don't miss this magical night of music and drama!
Tickets are $27 and $32 and can be purchased at ocnj.us/boxoffice.
Maestro Vince Lee goes POP! Vince puts on his rocker shoes, jumps behind the keyboards, and joins a full rock band for a spectacular evening of music from the 80s. “You Won’t Forget About Me” as you are doing the “Safety Dance” while also hearing hits by Madonna, Pat Benatar, and so much more. Don’t forget to wear your stone-washed jeans, Members Only jackets, leg warmers, and big hair for this night that will blow the roof off of the Music Pier! (The Ocean City Pops will not perform at this concert.) Tickets are $50 and can be purchased at ocnj.us/boxoffice.
A grand night for singing awaits! Maestro Vince Lee leads this evening from the piano as vocal superstars Aubry Ballaro and Angel Gomez (a recent finalist at the Metropolitan Opera competition) return to the Music Pier stage. Come hear some of the greatest music ever written for the stage, with selections from Oklahoma!, South Pacific, The King & I, Carousel, and so much more!
Tickets are $35 and $40 and can be purchased at ocnj.us/boxoffice.
Legend. Icon. World renowned, record-setting performer. Actor. The Midnight Idol. Mr. Entertainment. USO Ambassador and passionate supporter of veterans and active duty service members. No other name or person is so defining, representative or synonymous with Las Vegas and the entertainment capital of the world than Mr. Las Vegas himself--Wayne Newton.
Recognized and revered around the world, entertainment superstar Wayne Newton is known for his iconic signature song, “Danke Schoen” in addition to countless other top hit singles including, “Daddy, Don't You Walk So Fast,” “Red Roses for a Blue Lady,” “At This Moment,” “The Letter,” “Summer Wind” and “Years.”
Tickets are $71 and $81 and can be purchased at ocnj.us/boxoffice.
Join four immensely talented singers for an evening celebrating the music of legendary female singers: Karen Carpenter, Linda Ronstadt, Dolly Parton, and Carole King. Enjoy the classic hits that were made famous by these musical icons. Tickets are $45. (The Ocean City Pops will not perform at this concert.) Proceeds benefit the Friends of the Ocean City Pops.
Join American Idol Finalist LaKisha Jones in a celebration of the great ladies of soul from Diana Ross, Donna Summer, Tina Turner, the legendary Aretha Franklin and the one and only Whitney Houston.
Tickets are $30 and $35 and can be purchased at ocnj.us/boxoffice.
Widely hailed as the most fun concert of the season, the Dueling Pianos return for another showdown! Rejoined by his long-time colleague and regular Ocean City Pops orchestral pianist, Eric Svejcar, 176 piano keys will be smoldering as Vince & Eric scorch through some of the greatest hits of Rock, Pop, Movies, Broadway, Classical, and more!
Tickets are $22 and $27 and can be purchased at ocnj.us/boxoffice.
The music of Frankie Vallie & The Four Seasons and beyond! The gents of Under the Streetlamp reunite with Maestro Vince Lee and the Ocean City Pops for a Doo Wop extravaganza! Featuring former stars of the hit show Jersey Boys. Under the Streetlamp is an electrifying ensemble of Broadway luminaries and world-class musicians who light up the night with an unforgettable blend of classic doo-wop, Motown and rock and roll hits.
Tickets are $45 and $50 and can be purchased at ocnj.us/boxoffice.
Once again, the Ocean City Pops closes its summer season with a bang! Carmina Burana, which begins and ends with the powerful and famous "O Fortuna", is one of the greatest symphonic choral works ever written. Maestro Vince Lee and the Ocean City Pops will join forces with the Rowan University Chorus and the Atlantic City Ballet for this extraordinary, three-organization collaboration. Don't miss this incredible evening of powerful music and energetic dance!
Tickets are $25 and $30 and can be purchased at ocnj.us/boxoffice.
Join the Pops at the Crab Trap on Wednesday, April 23, for our 2nd Annual Antique Luncheon. Your $50 ticket includes a crab cake or filet mignon lunch and the appraisal of one item by Bruce Dooley, certified appraiser and owner of Bridge Street Antiques in Lambertville, New Jersey. The event is limited to 75 attendees, so be sure to buy your tickets as soon as possible! For information and tickets, call Carol Ruggiero at (609) 545-8448.
OCEAN CITY POPS ORCHESTRA
Vince Lee, Music Director
Announces auditions for
PRINCIPAL CELLO: Resume Due: 3/29/25; Audition Date: 4/13/25
SECOND HORN: Resume Due: 3/29/25; Audition Date: 4/14/25
Start Date: TBD (Late June or Early July).
Services: Approximately 20 rehearsals and 25 concerts. Email for Salary / Benefits info.
General Information: The Ocean City Pops is a 25-piece service Pops orchestra performing during a 12-week summer season at the historic Ocean City Music Pier in Ocean City, New Jersey.
Qualified applicants please email resume to: oceancitypops@gmail.com
Auditions will take place at the Ocean City Music Pier in Ocean City, NJ.
Audition details/repertoire will be emailed to selected applicants.
Tickets for the ever-popular Holidays with the OC Pops are now on sale! Led by Conductor Vince Lee, the Pops will perform classic favorites and modern hits. The show takes place at the Ocean City Music Pier at 6 pm on Saturday, November 30. Tickets are $25 and $30 and can be purchased at ocnj.us/boxoffice.
Kristin Chenoweth's blockbuster debut performance with the Ocean City Pops in 2023 was such a hit, she couldn't wait to come back - and we are thrilled to oblige. Known for having one of the most versatile and agile voices in the industry, Ms. Chenoweth returns to the Ocean City Music Pier to close out the Pops' 95th season on Sunday, September 15 at 7:30 pm. Tickets range from $77 to $127 and can be purchased at ocnj.us/boxoffice. This show will sell out, so be sure to get your tickets early!
The stars of the Atlantic City Ballet return to heat up the Music Pier Stage on Saturday, September 14! Forging a new, continuing artistic partnership between the ballet and the OCPops, Maestro Vince Lee is excited to highlight the talents of our artistic neighbor. Tickets are $22 and $27 and can be purchased at ocnj.us/boxoffice.
Jersey City legends, The Duprees, return to the Ocean City Music Pier! Audiences around the country have enjoyed their timeless Doo-Wop sound for decades. The group recently celebrated the 60th anniversary of their first hit single, My Own True Love. You won’t want to miss The Duprees filling the Music Pier with their signature sound. Sponsored by Manco and Manco in memory of Frank Manco. The show takes place at the Ocean City Music Pier on Saturday, September 7, at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $32 and $37 and can be purchased at ocnj.us/boxoffice.
Widely hailed as the most fun concert of the 2023 Ocean City Pops season, the Dueling Pianos return for another showdown! Rejoined by his long-time colleague and regular Ocean City Pops orchestral pianist, Eric Svejcar, 176 piano keys will be smoldering as Vince and Eric scorch through some of the greatest hits of Rock, Pop, Movies, Broadway, Classical, and more! The concert takes place on Wednesday, September 4, at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $22 and $27 and can be purchased at ocnj.us/boxoffice.
Come celebrate Labor Day weekend with three Ocean City favorites! This unique mix of spectacular singers (two from Opera, and one from Musical Theater) creates one of the most compelling and entertaining “Tenors” shows in the country. Joined by Maestro Vince Lee and the Ocean City Pops, the unmistakable onstage chemistry of our Three Tenors is certain to delight! Tickets are $22 and $27 and can be purchased at ocnj.us/boxoffice.
Featuring the best songs and sounds of the 1960s, the spectacular playlist for The Strictly 60s Band includes British invasion, Motown, Rock 'n' Roll, and Doo Wop. (The Ocean City Pops will not perform in this concert.) The show takes place at the Ocean City Music Pier on Saturday, August 31, at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $35 and can be purchased at ocnj.us/boxoffice.
On May 7, 1824, Ludwig van Beethoven's ninth and final symphony debuted at Vienna’s Theater am Kärntnertor. This year, almost every orchestra in the world will be celebrating the 200th anniversary of this masterwork, and the Ocean City Pops is excited to take part in those celebrations on Wednesday, August 28. One of the fixtures of the Ocean City Arts scene, Richard Stanislaw, will serve as Chorusmaster, and the Music Pier stage will erupt with an expanded orchestra, a full choir, and some of the best music ever composed. Don't miss this one-of-a-kind musical event! Tickets are $22 and $27 and can be purchased at ocnj.us/boxoffice.
Loren Allred, the renowned singer-songwriter, soared to fame with her captivating rendition of Never Enough from "The Greatest Showman," achieving multi-platinum status and garnering widespread acclaim, joins the Ocean City Pops on Sunday, August 25. Collaborating with icons such as Michael Bublé and embarking on global tours alongside Andrea Bocelli and David Foster, Loren shows a boundless vocal prowess. In 2024, Loren captivated audiences on NBC Primetime's America's Got Talent: Fantasy League, reaffirming her status as a musical powerhouse. With each performance, Loren Allred leaves an indelible mark on the industry, continually redefining musical excellence. Tickets range from $37 to $42 and can be purchased at ocnj.us/boxoffice.
With a career spanning eight remarkable decades, the movie music of John Williams has touched the lives of millions around the world. Having worked with Mr. Williams, Maestro Vince Lee has become one of the premiere interpreters of his music and is thrilled to continue this annual celebration of his music. Expect to hear big hits such as Star Wars and Jaws, epic soundscapes like War Horse, Far & Away, along with first-ever performance in the state of New Jersey of music from Star Wars IX: The Rise of Skywalker! The show takes place at the Ocean City Music Pier on Sunday, August 18, starting at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $22 and $27 and can be purchased at ocnj.us/boxoffice.
Ocean City Pops conductor emeritus, Bill Scheible, returns to the Music Pier on Sunday, August 11. A fixture on the Ocean City music scene, Maestro Scheible leads his long-time colleagues in a collection of standards and favorites. Tickets are $22 and $27 and can be purchased at ocnj.us/boxoffice.
Join Danny Zuko, Sandy Dumbrowski, and the rest of the Rydell High Class of 1959 when the Ocean City Pops, Greater Ocean City Theatre Company, and the City of Ocean City present "Grease," by special agreement with Samuel French, Inc., a Concord Theatricals Company. Performances of this beloved musical take place at the Bill and Nancy Hughes Performing Arts Center on August 6, 7, 9, 13, 14, and 15 at 7:30 pm and on August 8 and 15 at 2 pm. Tickets are $32 for adults and $27 for children 12 and under and seniors 65 and older. Tickets can be purchased at https://www.ocnj.us/boxoffice
Lights, Camera, Broadway! Back by popular demand - since selling out her 2023 Holiday Show with Maestro Vince Lee and the OC Pops - Ocean City’s Sara Maimone invites you to enjoy a night of popular film compositions and Tony Award winning Broadway arrangements on the Ocean City Music Pier. Spotlighting some of the greatest composers and lyricists through Sara's score, this is a night of music that you will not want to miss! Tickets are $22 and $27 and can be purchased at ocnj.us/boxoffice.
Back by popular demand from his stellar 2023 celebration of the Frank Sinatra legacy, performer Brandon Tomasello will bring the Great American Songbook to life on the Music Pier stage on Sunday, July 28. With a stunning personal music library, Mr. Tomasello brings an unmatched authenticity to his performances. Under the direction of Maestro Vince Lee, the Ocean City Pops will perform both as a big band and as an orchestra, making for an unforgettable evening of music! Tickets are $22 and $27 and can be purchased at ocnj.us/boxoffice.
Enjoy the perfect blend of summer songs with the Ocean City Pops Orchestra featuring Scott Coulter & Friends on Sunday, July 21. This night will transform the Music Pier into memory lane, with songs ranging from the Beach Boys to Jimmy Buffet. Tickets are $32 and $37 and can be purchased at ocnj.us/boxoffice
On Thursday, July 18, the Jersey Tenors, the newest opera/rock mash-up sensation, will bring an exciting blend of iconic opera classics and Rock ‘N Roll favorites to the Ocean City Music Pier. The group also performs songs from Jersey’s finest, including Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, Frank Sinatra, Bruce Springsteen, Kool and The Gang, and Whitney Houston. (The Pops will not be performing at this event.) Tickets are $52, and sales benefit the Friends of the Ocean City Pops. Tickets can be purchased at ocnj.us/boxoffice.
With 17 Top-Ten albums, 117 Top-Ten singles, an Emmy nomination, and the honor of Las Vegas “Headliner of the Year” 5 times, Frankie Moreno is consistently breaking records and wowing audiences from coast to coast with his own brand of genre-blurring Rock-N-Roll. Moreno, who performs to sold-out crowds at Carnegie Hall, The Kennedy Center, The Hollywood Bowl, and in Las Vegas, brings his show to the Ocean City Music Pier on Sunday, July 14. Tickets at $37 and $42 and can be purchased at ocnj.us/boxoffice.
Join Maestro Vince Lee and the Ocean City Pops on Wednesday, July 10, in a celebration of one of America's most enduring musical genres. Come see some of the best and brightest talent perform music ranging from Rodgers and Hammerstein classics, to sophisticated songs by Sondheim, and even upbeat tunes from modern Broadway. Tickets are $27 and $32 and can be purchased at ocnj.us/boxoffice
Few orchestras in the world have the flexibility and versatility of the Ocean City Pops, and this evening is going to show it off! On Sunday, July 7, Maestro Vince Lee will take you on a whirlwind tour of the wide variety of genres that the Ocean City Pops is famous for, all in one, action-packed evening. You'll hear symphonic folk tales, brassy fanfares, Hollywood hits, Tin Pan Alley tunes, and even Funk and Soul. If you enjoy an evening of variety and surprises, this concert is for you! Tickets are $22 and $27 and can be purchased at ocnj.us/boxoffice.
Join Maestro Vince Lee for our 4th annual Star Spangled Spectacular featuring patriotic music and other popular hits. The outdoor concerts take place on Wednesday, July 3, and Thursday, July 4, at 8 pm. The shows are free and open to the public, so bring the whole family to Carey Stadium, just off the Boardwalk between 5th and 6th Streets.
Our 2024 season opens with one of the most captivating performers in Broadway history! Bernadette Peters, the legendary star of stage and screen, brings her powerful and unique artistry to the Ocean City Music Pier for this one night-only event.
The award-winning actress and singer’s career spans film, television and stage. She won Tony Awards for her roles in the musicals “Annie Get Your Gun” and Song and Dance,” and she received five other nominations and an honorary award. Four of the cast albums on which she starred have won Grammy Awards. Peters starred in films, including “Silent Movie,” “The Jerk” and “Pennies From Heaven.” She and Lea Salonga will return to Broadway in 2025 to star in “Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends.”
The show takes place at the Ocean City Music Pier at 7:30 pm on Sunday, June 30. Tickets range from $41 to $91 and can be purchased at ocnj.us/boxoffice.
On Friday, June 21, the 40 plus member Philadelphia Wind Symphony will perform traditional wind band classics, serving as an official musical celebration to start the summer featuring marches, soloists and entertaining selections for the entire family to enjoy. (The Ocean City Pops will not perform in this concert.) Tickets are $17 and $27 and can be ordered at ocnj.us/boxoffice.
Enjoy your favorite holiday & Christmas songs performed by the Ocean City Pops Orchestra. Led by conductor Vince Lee, enjoy hearing your classic Christmas favorites and modern holiday hits. Featured soloist will be Ocean City’s Sara Maimone. For tickets, visit ocnj.us/boxoffice
After their breathtaking feature with the Ocean City Pops in 2022, the stars of the Atlantic City Ballet return to heat up the Music Pier Stage! Forging a new, continuing artistic partnership between the ballet and the OCPops, Maestro Vince Lee is delighted to highlight the talents of neighboring arts organizations. (Expect exciting developments on this to be announced at the concert!) The Pops will also shine tonight as they play dance-themed orchestral features. A great way to finish an exciting season- don't miss it!
Get ready to rock to music straight from the radio, featuring over eight decades of chart-topping hits from the greatest names in music history, including Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Carole King, Aretha Franklin, Elvis Presley, Lady Gaga, Elton John, Adele and more. Performed with the Ocean City Pops Orchestra. Featuring international pop superstar Sheena Easton (“For Your Eyes Only” and "Morning Train”). This concert is produced by Scott Coulter and Spot-On Entertainment.
A concert over 20 years in the making, Maestro Vince Lee steps off of the podium and behind the piano for this unique concert event! Joined by his long-time colleague and regular Ocean City Pops orchestral pianist, Eric Svejcar, 176 piano keys will be smoldering as Vince & Eric scorch through some of the greatest hits of Rock, Pop, Broadway, Classical, and more. Originally having played side-by-side for two years as classmates at the famed music school of Indiana University, Vince & Eric finally get the chance to perform, simultaneously, on two pianos!
With a career spanning eight remarkable decades, the movie music of John Williams has touched the lives of every living generation. Having worked with Mr. Williams, Maestro Vince Lee has become one of the premiere interpreters of his music, and is thrilled to continue this annual celebration of his music. Expect to hear big hits (Star Wars, Indiana Jones), family favorites (Harry Potter, ET), along with the Ocean City debut of the stunning music from the movie War Horse.
Referred to as the "star of the 2022 Ocean City Pops season" by Maestro Vince Lee (due to her three separate appearances, including one on short notice), Emily Margevich returns as a headliner to Ocean City! She stunned audiences in 2022 with her remarkable versatility, singing Opera, Broadway, and popular tunes with equal vigor and expertise- while also having everyone in stitches with her humor and panache. Expect favorites from Cole Porter, George Gershwin, Irving Berlin, and much more!
