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Bergen County Players presents "Things My Mother Taught Me" 
(ORADELL, NJ) -- Love, laughter, and a few moving boxes set the stage for Things My Mother Taught Me, a charming, engaging comedy by Katherine DiSavino, presented by Bergen County Players, one of America's longest-running little theater companies. The show opens on Saturday, March 15, and runs through Saturday, April 5, 2025 at the Little Firehouse Theatre in Oradell.
The Theater Project presents a reading of "Spaghetti Western" by Rosemary Parrillo 
(CRANFORD, NJ) -- Is the American Dream really within reach or is it just a state of mind? That's what Olivia Forte wonders in Rosemary Parrillo's Spaghetti Western, to be presented on Saturday, March 15, 2025 as part of The Theater Project's New Play Readings series at Cranford Community Center. Admission is free, with no registration required. The event begins at 2:00pm.
Bear Tavern Project presents Rodgers and Hamerstein's Classic Musical "Oklahoma!" at Kelsey Theatre 
(WEST WINDSOR, NJ) -- Rodgers and Hamerstein's all-American classic musical "Oklahoma!" sweeps across the plains and onto the Kelsey Theatre stage when the Bear Tavern Project brings the show to life for eight evening and four afternoon performances, March 7-16, 2025 on Mercer County Community College West Windsor Campus.
This Week in Theatre: Previews for Plays Taking Place February 25 to March 3, 2025 
Here are previews of plays taking place from February 25 to March 3, 2025 including a look at productions currently being presented and those coming soon. New Jersey Stage covers Equity, community, college, and high school theatre. Check back every week for the weekly theatre preview.
Brookdale Performing Arts Center presents "Godspell" 
(LINCROFT, NJ) -- The Brookdale Performing Arts Center presents Godspell, directed by John Bukovec, across three weekends from April 4-19, 2025. This high-energy, uplifting musical promises to captivate audiences with a modern-day celebration of love, community, and joy. Godspell brings the teachings of Jesus to life in a contemporary urban setting through a vibrant blend of music, dance, and storytelling.
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Join the Crew! Sean Dagher's Sea Shanties at the Grunin Center on Saturday 
(TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- The Grunin Center for the Arts at Ocean County College presents musical artist Seán Dagher in concert on Saturday, March 1, 2025 in the Gia Maione Prima Foundation Studio Theatre (Building #12). The performance is sponsored by RWJBarnabas Health Community Medical Center. Showtime is 3:00pm.
Hub City Opera Serves Up Culinary Double Bill: Julia Child Meets Food Network in Operatic Feast 
(AVENEL, NJ) -- Hub City Opera and Dance continues its tradition of innovative programming with a "food meets opera" double bill at the Avenel Performing Arts Center this March, bringing together beloved culinary icon Julia Child and contemporary competitive cooking in one unforgettable evening. The production will take place March 29, 2025 at 7:00pm and March 30, 2025 at 3:00pm at the Avenel Performing Arts Center.
This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from February 25 to March 3, 2025 
Here is a look at shows taking place from February 25 to March 3, 2025 along with our featured listings and a look at some upcoming shows. New Jersey Stage offers previews of concerts throughout the Garden State as well as select shows in New York City and Philadelphia areas.
Katchats with Mike Montrey and Tina about Transparent Clinch Gallery 
It seems like if it has to do with music, I am connected in some way. Here's my story and I'm sticking to it.
film
Award-winning Documentary of Artist Art Spiegelman to Get NJ Premiere at Stockton 
(GALLOWAY, NJ) -- A new documentary about the life and work of artist Art Spiegelman will get its premier screening in New Jersey on Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at Stockton University. "Art Spiegelman: Disaster is My Muse" will be shown at 6:00pm in the L-112 lecture hall at Stockton's Galloway campus. The screening is sponsored by the Sara and Sam Schoffer Holocaust Resource Center.
art
Curate NJ Gallery presents "Say Less" Group Show 
(RARITAN, NJ) -- Curate NJ Gallery presents a group show, Say Less, from March 1 through June 1, 2025. The featured artists include: Michael DiMaio, Barry Emmons, Laurie Hart, Frank Ippolito, Adrienne Kurzawa, Hector Martinez, Christine Myshka, Peter Rooss, and Abbey Rosko.
community
Events This Week in New Jersey from February 25 to March 3, 2025 
Here is a look at upcoming events taking place from February 25-March 3, 2025 along with our featured listings. New Jersey Stage offers previews of events throughout the Garden State as well as select shows in New York City and Philadelphia areas.
Deadline Approaches for Monmouth County Park System's Creative Arts Festival 
(LINCROFT, NJ) -- Calling all artists and fine crafters! There's still time to submit your application for the Monmouth County Park System's Creative Arts Festival. This juried art show and sale is open to artists and fine crafters of every medium. Those interested in entering are invited to submit images for consideration. The application fee is $15 per person. The entry deadline is Monday, March 10, 2025.
kids
RVCC Theatre to Present Show Featuring Large-Scale Puppetry, Illusion, Magic 
(BRANCHBURG, NJ) -- The Theatre at Raritan Valley Community College in Branchburg will present Cahoots NI's production of The Vanishing Elephant, on Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at 10:00am. The 70-minute show is part of the Theatre at RVCC's School-Time series, which offers educational field trips opportunities for school groups and homeschoolers. The production is recommended for audiences members in grades 3-8.
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EVENT PREVIEWS
American Theater Group and UCPAC's Play Reading Series present "The Unwitting Magician"
December 8, 2025
Monmouth University's Center for the Arts presents Exhibition on Screen - Rembrandt
December 8, 2025
Gerald Charles Dickens to Perform his One-Man "A Christmas Carol" to Benefit Allaire Village
December 9, 2025
State Theatre presents Engelbert Humperdinck - "A Winter World of Love"
December 9, 2025
Trevor Noah and Kristin Lemkau to be Honored at "Comic Relief Live" Benefit
December 10, 2025
Drop In For An Improv Jam at Vivid Stage on December 10th
December 10, 2025
The Barrymore Film Center presents National Theatre Live's presentation of "Fleabag"
December 10, 2025
State Theatre New Jersey presents Kenny G - The Miracles Holiday and Hits Tour 2025
December 11, 2025
Outpost in the Burbs presents The Milk Carton Kids Holiday Tour 2025 with Opener Humbird
December 12, 2025
Irish Trio Socks in the Frying Pan Plays Holiday Concert at Roy’s Hall on December 12
December 12, 2025
