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, @ChrisFHJordan4:18 a.m. EDT August 28, 2016

The Count Basie theatre in Red Bank announced its plans for the future including a new lobby, upgraded backstage, a second multi-use venue for upcoming artists and new space for nonprofits and their Performing Arts Academy. Staff video by Tom Spader

Steven Van Zandt  has been rocking tens of thousands of fans at MetLife Stadium this week with the E Street Band.

On Saturday, Aug. 27, he introduced some future rockers at the Rockit! At The Basie -- Live! show at the Count Basie Theater in Red Bank. The concert featured kids from the Basie's Rockit! program, which gives aspiring musicians stage time and one-on-one instructions and lessons.

Noted drummer Carmine Appice sat in with the kids and Van Zandt's wife, Maureen Van Zandt, was also on the scene. The Van Zandts are supporters of the Rockit Live Foundation Artist Advisory Board, as well as other Basie endeavors.

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"Steven and his wife, Maureen, have been unwavering in their support of our Performing Arts Academy and the Basie's capitol campaign and vision for the future," said Jon Vena, vice president of marketing and public relations for the Basie.  "A few of us went to (the Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band) show Thursday night and we're still exhausted. That he showed up tonight to watch Rockit! students perform is really an honor and a testament to his and Maureen's dedication to our efforts."

Steven and Maureen Van Zandt will be honored the Rockit! Live Foundation inaugural gala, Sunday, Sept. 25 at the Buona Sera Palazzo in Ocean Township. Van Zandt and special guests will perform with the Rockit! musicians. Tickets are $200 for individual seating. Visit www.rockitlive.org for more information.

Springsteen, Van Zandt and the rest of the E Street Band return to MetLife Stadium on Tuesday, Aug. 30.

http://www.app.com/story/enter...andt-basie/89505494/

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Pulled up to my house today
Came and took my little girl away!
Giants Stadium 8/28/03



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