Count Basie Center for The Arts

The night of your lives at Count Basie.

The courtship.
The proposal.
The celebration of it all.

At the newly expanded Count Basie Center for the Arts, your wedding night or special occasion is more than a moment – it’s a cinematic spectacle, draped in the tradition of the Basie Center’s restored historic theater to the glamour of the building’s newest spaces – from its stunning, spacious lobby and adjoining outdoor plaza, to our new, state-of-the-art club venue and modern ballroom.

The Count Basie Center for the Arts, located in Red Bank, New Jersey, is a premier cultural venue dedicated to providing exceptional live performances and arts education.

Named in honor of the legendary jazz pianist and bandleader Count Basie, the center hosts a wide range of events, including concerts, theater productions, comedy shows, and dance performances. It also offers educational programs designed to foster artistic talent and appreciation within the community. With its rich history and commitment to the arts, the Count Basie Center is a vital hub for creativity, culture, and entertainment in the region.

The Count Basie Center for the Arts, originally Count Basie Theatre, is a landmarked performing arts center in Red Bank, New Jersey.

The building first opened in 1926 as the Carlton Theater and later, in 1973, became known as the Monmouth Arts Center.^[2] In 1984 it was renamed the Count Basie Theatre after famed jazz musician and Red Bank native, William “Count” Basie.

In 2018, the venue changed its name to the Count Basie Center for the Arts. The name of the theater itself was purchased and renamed the Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre. Whether you are hosting your Wedding, Corporate Event or other Parties or Celebrations The Count Basie Center for the Arts is a one-of-a kind venue sure to stun your guests!

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