“Way Past Midnight” is a cross between a classical ensemble and a rock band; performing in all styles from rock to opera. Seasoned professional musicians Mara O’Kelly (vocals), Melody Stevens (vocals, keyboard), Patty Lazzara (flute) and Evita Belmonte (percussion, vocals) comprise the group.

Members of Way Past Midnight have won international competitions, toured domestically and abroad, earned advanced college degrees in music and have performed in some of the most famous venues. Among these include San Francisco Opera House, Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and the Kennedy Center. These musicians have performed with such notable entertainers as Jean Pierre Rampal, Elly Ameling, Chuck Berry, and opened for Frankie Vallie and the Four Seasons.

Way Past Midnight members are also music teachers, choral and band directors, and musical theater directors. They got their name from collaborating together until way past midnight, after some of their students’ showcases.

Weather Information for Park Concerts

Decisions for concerts based on weather are made at 2 pm to allow sufficient time for set up inside the Monroe Twp. Senior Center on 12 Halsey Reed Road at the intersection of Applegarth Rd. If you do not see a band setting up in the gazebo in Thompson Park by 5:15 pm even though it may be sunny outside at that time, the concert will be at the Senior Center. Signs are posted in the park on the road leading to the gazebo indicating the change of location. When concerts are moved inside, there is limited seating of FIRST 200 PEOPLE.
Make sure to arrive early enough to guarantee a seat for your favorite group.
You may also call 732-521-4400 ext. 134 for weather update.