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A Look At Upcoming Shows at Carteret PAC

originally published: 05/08/2026

(CARTERET, NJ) -- Throughout the year, the URSB Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center presents an exciting lineup of events, showcasing a variety of live entertainment for audiences across the tri-state. Some upcoming shows of note include Air Supply; Menopause The Musical 2: Cruising Through 'The Change'®; Jo Dee Messina; Los Lobos & Los Lonely Boys, The Brotherhood Tour; and Hallmark Stars Live Presented by Michaels.

Thursday, May 21: Air Supply 50th Anniversary Celebration  -  Formed by Graham Russell and Russell Hitchcock, Air Supply became one of the most successful soft rock duos in music history, achieving worldwide acclaim with a string of timeless hits including "All Out of Love," "Making Love Out Of Nothing At All," "Lost In Love," "Here I Am," and "The One That You Love."

Their signature harmonies and romantic ballads have sold millions of records and continue to captivate audiences across generations. As members of the Australian Music Hall of Fame, Air Supply's legacy is firmly cemented in the history of popular music. Their 50th Anniversary Celebration promises an evening filled with nostalgia, powerful performances, and the songs that have defined love stories for decades.

 

Sunday, May 31: Menopause The Musical 2: Cruising Through 'The Change'®  - The hysterical sequel to the smash-hit Menopause The Musical® follows four beloved women five years after their chance encounter, this time setting sail for more hijinks on the high seas. With witty, relatable humor and a new stream of toe-tapping parodies set to classic hits from the '70s, '80s and '90s, Cruising Through 'The Change' celebrates the camaraderie, challenges and joys of menopause and friendship.

This fun-filled and heartwarming production is perfect for audiences ready to laugh, reminisce, and cheer along with the characters as they navigate memory lapses, mood swings, hot flashes and more!




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Friday, June 12: Jo Dee Messina - Chart-topping country music icon Jo Dee Messina is known for her powerful vocals and extensive catalog including nine number-one hits, 16 Top 40 songs, and awards and nominations from the ACM, CMA, AMA, Billboard, and the Grammys. Messina has become a North Star in the music world, carving a path for artists and inspiring the younger generation from Ella Langley and Lainey Wilson to Cole Swindell's ode to "Heads Carolina, Tails California," and Sierra Ferrell and Nikki Lane's cover of "Lesson in Leavin'."

She's not just a country icon - her influence spreads across multiple generations and genres. On stage, Messina shines just as brightly, delivering high-energy performances that turn every show into a shared celebration providing space for multiple generations to sing along to the songs that have defined their lives.

Saturday, June 20: Los Lobos & Los Lonely Boys, The Brotherhood TourGrammy Award–winning band Los Lobos, internationally known for their hit rendition of "La Bamba," have spent more than five decades blending rock, blues, country, and traditional Mexican music into a signature sound that has influenced generations of artists. Joining them are Los Lonely Boys, the Grammy-winning trio from Texas whose breakthrough hit "Heaven" topped the charts and helped launch their platinum-selling debut album. Known for their soulful blend of blues, rock, and Tejano influences, what they call "Texican rock & roll" the Garza brothers continue to captivate audiences worldwide. The Brotherhood Tour brings these celebrated acts together for a powerful night of guitar-driven rock, timeless hits, and vibrant musical storytelling.

Wednesday, July 22: Hallmark Stars Live Presented by Michaels - Hallmark and Gershwin Entertainment are proud to announce Hallmark Stars Live presented by Michaels, a new live tour kicking off at URSB Carteret Performing Arts and Events Center on July 22 where some of the network's most beloved stars step off screen and onto the stage. Hosted by fan-favorite Nikki DeLoach (A Grand Ole Opry Christmas), the tour will feature Hallmark mainstays for a night where the cameras are off and the stories keep rolling.

The two-week multi-city event will give audiences the chance to celebrate a little Hallmark movie magic for an evening that's joyfully unscripted and entirely in the moment. During the 90-minute live event, Hallmark fans will hear behind-the-scenes scoop from movie sets, ask burning questions, and get to know beloved stars up close. With spontaneous moments throughout, no two shows will ever be the same. Joining DeLoach on July 22 at the URSB Carteret Performing Arts and Events Center will be the widely adored Andrew Walker (She's Making a List), Ashley Williams (An Alpine Holiday), Jonathan Bennett (A Keller Family Christmas), and Tamera Mowry-Housley (Tidings for the Season).

All events take place at the URSB Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center, located at 46 Washington Avenue, Carteret, NJ. Tickets are on sale now. For full line up of events, event details and tickets, visit https://carteretpac.com/events/




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