It was on a cold Thursday, November 21st, when the PAC stage at the Stockton College was filled to the brim with song and dance. The Stockton Entertainment Team was performing Broadway in the Box, a collection of various numbers from several famous plays and musicals. The catch? There was no charge for admission, only donations being accepted for Atlantic City Rescue Mission. Entrance could be gained by writing out a check to the program or by depositing nonperishable cans of food at the doors.
The Atlantic City Rescue Mission is an organization whose goal is to provide sustenance to the less fortunate residents of Atlantic City. Its call for help was sent out with emphasis due to the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, and the Stockton Entertainment Team answered with gusto.
When I shuffled into my seat, I did not know what to expect. My friend had told me about the event, and though I was more than happy to contribute I had no idea what “Broadway in the Box” would entail. What ensued was an excellent collaboration of performances. Almost every thespian involved had their own individual song, ranging from pieces of Les Miserables to The Little Shop of Horrors. Everyone performed wonderfully, and the spectrum of musical numbers was strung together with the comical theme of getting out of the house.
Without a doubt, the Stockton Entertainment Team put on a fantastic show. What was even more important was what they did for their community. It would have been easy to raise their own funds, or even perform just for fun, but instead they took the initiative to reach out to an outstanding organization and help those who truly needed it. That is why this performance was truly a five-star act.