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theatre
This Week in Theatre: Previews for Plays Taking Place August 19-25, 2025 
Here are previews of plays taking place from August 19-25, 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.
Classic American Tales presents stories by Alcott and Bierce, fables from Africa, and a lecture on women in theater 
(CAPE MAY, NJ) -- From August 21-28, 2025, Classic American Tales (CAT) presents three different events in two different Cape May locations: The historic Dormer House B&B and The Cape May Public Library.
music
Irving Plaza presents Kula Shaker 
(NEW YORK, NY) -- Prime purveyors of psychedelia and one of the biggest U.K. bands of the '90s, Kula Shaker are back and stronger than ever before. The band released the single "Broke As Folk" on August 1st and will perform at Irving Plaza in New York City on Monday, September 22, 2025 as part of their North American tour.
This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from August 19-25, 2025 
Here is a look at shows taking place from August 19-25, 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.
MPAC presents Lotus Land: The American Rush Tribute on Wednesday 
(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Mayo Performing Arts Center presents Lotus Land: The American Rush Tribute on Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 7:30pm. With an unparalleled performance, Lotus Land brings the force of live Rush to life on stage.
Haddon Township's Summer of Love - 60s, 70s, 80s music festival takes place on Saturday 
(HADDON TOWNSHIP, NJ) -- Haddon Township's Summer of Love - 60s, 70s, and 80s Music Festival returns to Haddon Township with a day-long celebration of music, community, and family fun on Saturday, August 23, 2025! This free event takes place on Haddon Avenue from 2:00pm to 10:00pm and features five live bands, a beer garden, food trucks, games, a kids zone, and a glow party finale.
Micky Dolenz LIVE! at Ocean City Music Pier 
Spotlight Central and Love Imagery have photos and a recap of Songs and Stories by Micky Dolenz of The Monkees on August 11, 2025 in Ocean City, NJ.
comedy
Vivid Stage's The Flip Side to Perform at Madison Community Arts Center on September 5th 
(MADISON, NJ) -- Vivid Stage is opening its season with an improv comedy performance by its house team, The Flip Side. Appearing at the Madison Community Arts Center every other month throughout the year, The Flip Side will perform on Friday, September 5, 2025 at 8:00pm.
film
'Happy Gilmore 2' Spends Record-Breaking $152M in NJ during Production 
(TRENTON, NJ) -- The New Jersey Motion Picture and Television Commission (NJMPTVC), which is part of the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA), announced that sports comedy film Happy Gilmore 2, had a total qualified spend of $152.5 million during its total of 64 days of filming in the state. The Adam Sandler sequel, which premiered last month on Netflix, nearly 30 years after the original film, utilized the NJEDA's Film and Digital Media Tax Credit Program.
art
Stockton Art Gallery Exhibit presents photography from four area Black Guggenheim Fellows 
(GALLOWAY, NJ) -- Stockton University's Art Gallery presents an exhibition from September 4 to November 8, 2025 centered on African American history, stories and experiences from four Black Guggenheim Fellows.
community
Events This Week in New Jersey from August 19-25, 2025 
Here is a look at upcoming events taking place from August 19-25, 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.
Hill Creek Farms Opens September 6th for Final Season 
(MULLICA HILL, NJ) -- After more than two decades of creating cherished memories for families across South Jersey, Hill Creek Farms will open its gates one final time on Saturday, September 6, 2025, for its farewell season. As the farm prepares to turn the page to its next chapter, this season will be a return to its roots—a simpler, more traditional experience that celebrates the core farming activities that made Hill Creek a local favorite. While some of the larger attractions and farm fun extras will be scaled back, the heart of the farm remains.
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EVENT PREVIEWS
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
Wharton Performing Arts School presents Holiday Cabaret Benefit on December 12th
December 12, 2025
The Princeton Folk Music Society presents Michael Gabriele and Spook Handy on December 12th
December 12, 2025
