• Silent Movie: The Phantom of the Opera

    duCret Center of Art 1030 Central Avenue, Plainfield, NJ, United States

    The Phantom of the Opera – 100th Anniversary Screening Experience the magic of silent cinema with live organ accompaniment by Ian Fraser (https://ianfraserorganist.com/), bringing The Phantom of the Opera (1925) to life as it celebrates its 100th anniversary. Starring Lon Chaney in his unforgettable role as the masked Phantom, this haunting classic weaves mystery, romance, […]

  • Artists Mixer Jan 30th

    duCret Center of Art 1030 Central Avenue, Plainfield, NJ, United States

    Free Artist Mixer — January 30 Calling all artists! Join us on January 30 for a free, relaxed artist mixer where creatives from the area can meet, connect, and talk art. Share what you’re working on, swap ideas, and get inspired by fellow painters, photographers, sculptors, makers, and creatives of all kinds. No agenda, no […]

  • CTC Presents the Fabulous Lounge Swingers

    duCret Center of Art 1030 Central Avenue, Plainfield, NJ, United States

    The Fabulous Lounge Swingers return direct from London for two nights of song and dance. Friday, February 13th and 14th at 7 pm

  • A Raisin In The Sun

    duCret Center of Art 1030 Central Avenue, Plainfield, NJ, United States

    A Raisin in the Sun follows the Younger family as they struggle over money, dreams, and dignity after receiving a life-insurance check. Each family member’s vision of a better future clashes with racism, poverty, and hard reality, forcing them to choose between safety and self-respect. Show Dates and Time First Weekend:  February 20th and 21st: […]

  • Lecture: Hidden in Plain Sight – The de Kooning Theft

    duCret Center of Art 1030 Central Avenue, Plainfield, NJ, United States

    A stolen de Kooning. A suburban couple. A painting hidden for 30 years.  Artist and Investigative Journalist: Charles Sabba explores the strange, true story behind one of the most improbable art thefts in modern history. March 7th at 3 pm Adults: $15.00 Seniors: $10.00 High School and College Students: FreePurchase Ticket Below: Select Type Adult […]

  • By The Hands of Women Art Exhibition Opening Reception

    duCret Center of Art 1030 Central Avenue, Plainfield, NJ, United States

    This exhibition also honors the legacy of duCret’s founder, Marjorie Van Emburgh, whose commitment to arts education and advocacy for women artists helped establish a lasting creative community. In the spirit of her vision and in celebration of our 100th year in Plainfield, By the Hand of Women seeks to amplify women’s voices across disciplines and celebrate the enduring […]

  • Spring Awakening – Ferrell Studios

    duCret Center of Art 1030 Central Avenue, Plainfield, NJ, United States

    Spring Awakening is a groundbreaking rock musical with music by Duncan Sheik and book and lyrics by Steven Sater, adapted from the controversial 1891 play by Frank Wedekind. Set in a repressive 19th-century German society, the show follows a group of teenagers as they discover the complexities of their changing bodies, desires, and identities in […]

  • Silent Movie – Comedy Triple Header

    duCret Center of Art 1030 Central Avenue, Plainfield, NJ, United States

    Experience the magic of silent movies with live organ accompaniment by award-winning organist and Plainfield resident Ian Fraser ianfraserorganist.com/ on his digital touring theatre organ.  Enjoy free popcorn and get ready to laugh along with the antics of silent film comedy legends Buster Keaton (Sherlock Jr.), Charlie Chaplin (The Adventurer) and Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy (The […]

  • Field Poetry Reading Series – April 23rd

    duCret Center of Art 1030 Central Avenue, Plainfield, NJ, United States

    Join us at the duCret Center of Art for an evening of powerful poetry at The Fields Poetry Reading Series. This special event features acclaimed poets James Hoch and Jen DeGregorio, who will share selections from their celebrated work in an intimate and engaging setting. This is a free event, open to the public, and […]

  • NJ One Act Play Festival – Matters of the Heart

    duCret Center of Art 1030 Central Avenue, Plainfield, NJ, United States

    Dragonfly Multicultural Art Center presents the 2026 NJ One Act Festival: Matter of the Heart, an evening of original short plays by New Jersey playwrights that dig into love, loss, and everything in between. With a mix of fresh voices and seasoned artists, each piece offers a different, deeply human perspective on what it means […]

  • The Art of Christine Myshka – Reception

    duCret Center of Art 1030 Central Avenue, Plainfield, NJ, United States

    Join us on May 9th from 3 - 5 pm for the Opening Reception of the art exhibition: The Art of Christine Myshka

  • The Grand Art Tour Lecture Series: See Naples and Die

    duCret Center of Art 1030 Central Avenue, Plainfield, NJ, United States

    Exploring the Art of Naples Discover Naples—the bold, soulful heart of Italian art. Older than Rome and bursting with creative energy, Naples rivals Florence and Venice in artistic splendor. From the vast collections of the Capodimonte Museum and MANN to Caravaggio’s transformative masterpieces and the Baroque brilliance that followed, the city radiates artistic power. Today, […]