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George Street Playhouse presents "Ebenezer Scrooge’s Big Jersey Christmas Show". (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- George Street Playhouse presents Ebenezer Scrooge's Big Jersey Christmas Show from December 2-21, 2025. Written by Gordon Greenberg (Holiday Inn, Dracula!) and Steve Rosen (The Other Josh Cohen) and directed by Greenberg, it is based on A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens and gives the holiday classic a Jersey twist.
Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey presents "It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play". (MADISON, NJ) -- The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) presents It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play, running December 3-28, 2025 at the F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre on the campus of Drew University in Madison, New Jersey. This brings the beloved holiday classic to life in the format of a 1940s radio broadcast — complete with microphones, sound effects, and a talented ensemble of actors.
Wednesday, December 3 - Grunin Center for the Arts presents Chris Botti. (TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- Grunin Center for the Arts presents GRAMMY-winning trumpeter Chris Botti on Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at 7:00pm. Only a limited number of tickets remain.
Thursday, December 4 - MPAC presents LeAnn Rimes: Greatest Hits Christmas Tour. (MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) presents LeAnn Rimes: Greatest Hits Christmas Tour on Thursday, December 4, 2025 at 7:30pm. The international multi-platinum selling superstar has won two Grammy® Awards, 12 Billboard Music Awards, two World Music Awards, three Academy of Country Music Awards, two Country Music Association Awards and one Dove Award.
CDC Theatre presents "FROSTED" - A Frozen Fairytale Parody. (CRANFORD, NJ) -- CDC Theatre presents FROSTED - A Frozen Fairytale Parody across two weekends from December 5-14, 2025. FROSTED is an energetic, interactive parody musical for the whole family.
American Theater Group presents "It's A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play". (BASKING RIDGE, NJ) -- American Theater Group (ATG) presents Joe Landry's It's A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play running December 5-7, 2025 at the Sieminski Theater in Basking Ridge and December 12-21, 2025 at the DMK Black Box Theater in Union.
Friday, December 5 - Lizzie Rose Music Room presents David Jacobs-Strain and Bob Beach. (TUCKERTON, NJ) -- The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents David Jacobs-Strain and Bob Beach on Friday, December 5, 2025. They are a multigenerational, bicoastal duo who have been performing together since 2010. Doors are at 7:00pm, showtime is 7:30pm.
Roxey Ballet's 30th Anniversary Production of "The Nutcracker" Enters Final Week of Performances. (EWING, NJ) -- Roxey Ballet proudly announces the successful opening weekend of its 30th Anniversary production of The Nutcracker, delighting audiences with breathtaking dancing, stunning new costumes, and heartwarming holiday magic. This milestone year marks three decades of tradition, community engagement, and world-class artistry brought to life on stage.
Friday, December 5 - The Growing Stage presents "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer". (NETCONG, NJ) -- The Growing Stage presents Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer weekends from December 5-21, 2025 at the Historic Palace Theatre. The holiday classic soars off the screen in this musical adaptation of the beloved television special.
Saturday, December 6 - Remembering Frank Sinatra: A Swellegant Celebration to Take Place in Avon. (AVON-BY-THE-SEA, NJ) -- Remembering Frank Sinatra: A Swellegant Celebration, presented by Karen Morris and The Rat Pack Music Alliance, will be held on Saturday, December 6, 2025, from Noon to 1:45pm, indoors, at the Avon Municipal Building (2 Main Street) in Avon-by-the-Sea. The swingin' program will honor Frank Sinatra's 110th heavenly birthday, with a bit of holiday spirit added. Guest speakers, live music, and surprise giveaways will round out the afternoon festivities.
Saturday, December 6 - Friends of Symphony Hall presents "An Evening of Smooth Jazz" with Gerald Albright. (NEWARK, NJ) -- Friends of Symphony Hall along with Smooth Jazz New Jersey team up to bring adult contemporary music to the newly renovated Terrace Ballroom housed in Newark Symphony Hall. On Saturday, December 6, 2025, they present "An Evening of Smooth Jazz" with Gerald Albright and special guest Bradford Hayes Quartet. Doors are at 6:00pm.
People Helping People presents 2025 Festival of Short Plays & Visual Arts. (EDISON, NJ) -- People Helping People presents the 2025 Festival of Short Plays & Visual Arts on Saturday, December 6th at Middlesex College in Edison. The festival includes short plays and a Visual Arts Exhibit in the lobby - both featuring works by New Jersey artists.
Saturday, December 6 - Split Level Concerts presents Tim Easton and Quincy Mumford at Jersey Shore Arts Center. (OCEAN GROVE, NJ) -- Following their sold-out season opener with James Maddock, renowned singer/songwriter Tim Easton will perform on Saturday, December 6, 2025, as season 2 of the Split Level Concerts series at Jersey Shore Arts Center in Ocean Grove continues! Quincy Mumford, stalwart of the Asbury Park music scene, will open the show. Showtime is at 8:00pm. Click here for an interview with Tim Easton.
Saturday, December 6 - Vivid Stage presents A Very Special Special Holiday Variety Show. (SUMMIT, NJ) -- Vivid Stage celebrates the Holiday season with a unique annual event. For almost 25 years, the company has marked the holidays in the least serious way possible, with A Very Special Special. This Holiday variety show takes place on Saturday, December 6, 2025 at the Oakes Center. Showtime is 8:00pm.
Saturday, December 6 - CarteretPAC presents Vic DiBitetto. (CARTERET, NJ) -- Carteret Performing Arts Center presents comedian Vic DiBitetto on December 6, 2025 at 8:00pm. He prowls the stage like a Tiger. He holds no hostages. He says what you are thinking but are afraid to say out loud. Oh…and he’s beyond hysterical!
Saturday, December 6 - Nimbus Dance brings "Jersey Nutcracker" to Kean University. (UNION, NJ) -- Kean Stage will present Nimbus Dance's Jersey Nutcracker for two performances on Saturday, December 6, 2025 in the Wilkins Theatre. Kean University is the first stop on Nimbus' first-ever New Jersey tour. Performances take place at 1:00pm & 6:00pm.
Saturday, December 6 - New Jersey Ballet presents "The Nutcracker" at bergenPAC. (ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- New Jersey Ballet brings The Nutcracker to Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) for four performances from December 6-7, 2025. The company's beloved annual tradition enchants youngsters and grown-ups alike with splendid dancing, eye-popping special effects and a touch of holiday magic, set to Tchaikovsky's iconic score.
Saturday, December 6 - Holiday Shows Light Up The Grunin Center This Month. (TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- Celebrate the sounds of the season! The Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts at Ocean County College presents a full schedule of holiday shows throughout the month of December. Theatre, music, and dance performances are on the schedule.
Saturday, December 6 - State Theatre presents Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis. (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis on Saturday, December 6, 2025. This show has been America's favorite holiday tradition for 40 years! Showtime is 8:00pm.
Monday, December 8 - American Theater Group and UCPAC's Play Reading Series present "The Unwitting Magician". (RAHWAY, NJ) -- American Theater Group (ATG) in partnership with the Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC), will present a special work in development -- The Unwitting Magician -- by Jeremy Dobrish as part of its free Play Reading Series on Monday, December 8, 2025 at UCPAC's Hamilton Stage in Rahway. The event begins at 7:00pm.
Monday, December 8 - Monmouth University's Center for the Arts presents Exhibition on Screen - Rembrandt. (WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ) -- Monmouth University's Center for the Arts presents Exhibition on Screen - Rembrandt on Monday, December 8, 2025 in the Pollak Theatre. This film showcases a landmark exhibition, featuring unprecedented loans from around the world – a unique opportunity to experience the passion and innovation of Rembrandt. Showtime is 7:00pm.
Thursday, December 4 - Princeton Symphony Orchestra presents Holiday Brass Chamber Concert at Trinity. (PRINCETON, NJ) -- The Princeton Symphony Orchestra (PSO) presents members of the orchestra in a special Holiday Brass concert, the second installment of its Chamber Series at Trinity, on Thursday, December 4, 2025 at 7:00pm. The performance includes traditional holiday selections arranged for brass quintet with popular tunes by Albert Hague, Vince Guaraldi, Sammy Kahn, Johnny Marks, and Leroy Anderson.
Thursday, December 4 - Clements Place Jazz presents the Pete Rodríguez Latin Jazz Sextet on December 4th. (NEWARK, NJ) -- Clements Place Jazz presents the Pete Rodríguez Latin Jazz Sextet on Thursday, December 4, 2025, from 7:30pm-10:00pm. Come experience the dynamic fusion of Nuyorican salsa and Afro-Cuban jazz with multi-talented musician Pete Rodríguez.
Friday, December 5 - The Light We Give: A Holiday Readings & Carols Concert by the New Jersey Youth Chorus. (MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- The New Jersey Youth Chorus (NJYC), a program of Wharton Arts, invites the community to The Light We Give, a concert woven with warmth and tradition. The concert takes place Friday, December 5, 2025 at Morristown United Methodist Church. Showtime is 7:30pm.
Friday, December 5 - Chanticleer presents Holiday Shows in Newark and NYC. (NEWARK, NJ) -- Vocal ensemble Chanticleer offers a truly sublime holiday listening experience with debut Delos album Joy to the World complemented by an extensive US Christmas tour including two local stops: St. Ignatius Loyola Church in NYC on December 5th & 7th with a show at NJPAC in Newark on December 6, 2025 in between.
Saturday, December 6 - Human Nature presents "CHRISTMAS. MOTOWN. And MORE" at Golden Nugget Atlantic City. (ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- Australian chart topping pop stars and Las Vegas headliners Human Nature present "CHRISTMAS. MOTOWN. And MORE" at Golden Nugget Atlantic City on Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 9:00pm. It's a soulful celebration for the festive season.
Saturday, December 6 - Shea Center for Performing Arts presents An Evening with Judy Collins. (WAYNE, NJ) -- Shea Center for Performing Arts presents An Evening with Judy Collins on Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 8:00pm. Collins has long inspired audiences with sublime vocals, boldly vulnerable songwriting, personal life triumphs, and a firm commitment to social activism.
Saturday, December 6 - Chris Pinnella Announces 2025 Christmas Tour with a 15-piece Orchestra. Get ready to ignite your holiday spirit! Acclaimed vocalist Chris Pinnella, known for his electrifying performances with Trans-Siberian Orchestra, is once again bringing the joy of the season to life with his annual multi-city Christmas Tour. Joined by his magnificent 15-piece orchestra, Pinnella will deliver an unforgettable evening of powerful vocals, lush orchestrations, and festive cheer.
Saturday, December 6 - Welcome the Holidays with Song: Enjoy Musical Magic with New Jersey's finest choruses. (MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Ring in the holidays with seasonal music from some of New Jersey's top choral arts organizations beginning with The Somerset Hills Chorus conducted by Stephen Sands on Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 5:00pm at St. Peter's Episcopal Church in Morristown. The program will feature a selection of Christmas music featuring Francis Poulenc's Gloria with organ, brass and soprano soloist, Kristin Sands. The program also features the popular sing-along carols and a show stopping finale arranged by Ryan Brandau. For tickets and more information, go to www.musicsh.org.
Saturday, December 6 - Philharmonic of Southern New Jersey Holiday Pops Concert Features Broadway Star Rachel Potter. (VOORHEES, NJ) -- The Philharmonic of Southern New Jersey will be joined in its annual Holiday Pops concerts by celebrated Broadway star Rachel Potter on Saturday, December 6, 2025 at Republic Bank Performing Arts Center in Sewell, NJ, and Sunday, December 7, 2025 at Eastern Regional High School in Voorhees, NJ. The orchestra will play under the baton of PSNJ Conductor Laureate Matthew Oberstein. Showtime for both concerts is 3:00pm.
Saturday, December 6 - A Swingin' Sleigh Ride: Squirrel Nut Zippers to Hit the Road for the Holidays. (NEWTON, NJ) -- Beloved genre-bending jazz ensemble Squirrel Nut Zippers are bringing their legendary Christmas Caravan Tour back for the 2025 holiday season! With a festive blend of holiday classics, original seasonal fare, and the band's signature fusion of early American jazz, swing, and vaudeville, this annual fan-favorite tour promises to, once again, spread yuletide joy across the country. The tour comes to The Newton Theatre on Saturday, December 6, 2025.
Saturday, December 6 - The Vogel presents LaBamba's Holiday Hurrah. (RED BANK, NJ) -- The Vogel presents LaBamba's Holiday Hurrah on Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 4:00pm. The show returns to the Count Basie Center where this special event first started back in 1983! Richie "Labamba" Rosenberg hosts this Annual Holiday Show leading the All-Star Hurrah Big Band featuring a giant horn section through Holiday classics and Labamba favorites!
Saturday, December 6 - New Jersey Festival Orchestra presents Return of the Holiday Tenors. (WESTFIELD, NJ) -- New Jersey Festival Orchestra presents Return of the Holiday Tenors in Westfield and Madison from December 6-7, 2025. NJFO's festive holiday celebration features award-winning tenors, special guests, and seasonal favorites in a symphonic spectacular that brings the magic of the season to life.
Sunday, December 7 - Community Chorale Brings Together Kean Students, Alumni and Local Residents. When Director of Choral and Vocal Activities Rachel Carlson began her journey at Kean University four years ago, she envisioned creating stronger connections between the University and the surrounding community. That vision came to life in Spring 2022 with the launch of the Kean Community Chorale, an ensemble that unites students, alumni, faculty, staff and local residents in a shared celebration of music.
Sunday, December 7 - UCPAC presents Cherish the Ladies Celtic Christmas Concert on December 7th. (RAHWAY, NJ) -- The Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) presents Cherish the Ladies Celtic Christmas Concert on Sunday, December 7, 2025. This holiday season, Cherish the Ladies present their beloved Celtic Christmas program—a festive, family-friendly concert filled with holiday cheer and Irish spirit. Showtime is 3:00pm.
Sunday, December 7 - The Future of Jazz Orchestra presents Home for the Holidays at Bell Theater. (HOLMDEL, NJ) -- Kick off the holiday season with Home for the Holidays featuring the Future of Jazz Orchestra, presented in collaboration with Jazz at Lincoln Center, at Bell Theater at Bell Works on Sunday, December 7, 2025 at 3:00pm. Under the musical direction of Joe Block, you can expect to hear refreshing takes of your favorite holiday tunes.
Sunday, December 7 - Guitarists Frank Vignola and Vinny Raniolo Bring Their 'Joyful Jamming' to Madison. In the 1970s and '80s, the New Jersey Jazz Society held summer festivals at Waterloo Village in Stanhope, NJ, sometimes as part of a New Jersey arm of the Newport Jazz Festival in New York. Guitarist Frank Vignola remembers playing there 40 years ago, as a 19-year-old, with such guitar giants as Bucky Pizzarelli and Tal Farlow. "There were also other legends," he recalled, "like (pianist) Jay McShann and (bassist) Milt Hinton. So, I sort of got my start with the New Jersey Jazz Society."
Arden Theatre Company presents "The Mountaintop" by Katori Hall. (PHILADELPHIA, PA) -- Arden Theatre Company presents The Mountaintop, written by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Katori Hall, and directed by Barrymore Award-winning director Brett Ashley Robinson. Running October 30 through December 14, 2025 on the Arcadia Stage, the 90-minute reimagining of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s final night, invites audiences into a deeply intimate and human portrait of one of the most iconic leaders of the 20th century.
Quintessence Theatre presents "The Pirates of Penzance". (PHILADELPHIA, PA) -- Quintessence Theatre continues its 16th season with The Pirates of Penzance, the beloved comic opera by W.S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan, from November 19, 2025 to January 4, 2026. Directed by Quintessence Artistic Director Alex Burns, the resplendent and hilarious story follows a band of pirates who go to battle with the British bobbies over the hearts of a bevy of beautiful Cornish maidens, with only a Major- General and Queen Victoria to stand in their way.
Cape May Stage presents the World Premiere of "Let's Catch Santa". (CAPE MAY, NJ) -- Cape May Stage presents the World Premiere of Let's Catch Santa from November 19 through December 28, 2025. This is a new holiday play by Dan McCormick that combines magic, humor, hope and the Christmas spirit. The production is directed by Roy Steinberg.
SoHo Playhouse presents the U.S. premiere of "What If They Ate The Baby?". (NEW YORK, NY) -- SoHo Playhouse presents the U.S. premiere of What If They Ate The Baby?, written, directed and performed by the playhouse's artists in residence, Xhloe Rice and Natasha Roland, running Off-Broadway November 19 - December 22, 2025 for 25 performances in a limited 5-week engagement.
The Road Company presents "A Christmas Carol: The Musical". (WILLIAMSTOWN, NJ) -- The Road Company presents A Christmas Carol: The Musical weekends from November 20 through December 6, 2025. The classic tale by Charles Dickens comes alive with music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Lynn Ahrens, and book by Lynn Ahrens and Mike Ockrent.
Paper Mill Playhouse presents Disney's "Frozen". (MILLBURN, NJ) -- Paper Mill Playhouse presents Disney's Frozen from November 26 through Sunday, January 11, 2026. This musical transforms the magic of the beloved animated film to the stage in an enchanting adventure. When sisters Elsa and Anna are torn apart by a mysterious secret power, they each set out on their own journey of courage, self-acceptance, and discovery of love in all its forms.
Music Mountain Theatre presents "A Christmas Carol". (LAMBERTVILLE, NJ) -- Music Mountain Theatre presents A Christmas Carol weekends from November 28 through December 14, 2025. This is a spectacular musical adaptation of Dickens' most well-known story.
Arden Children's Theatre presents "A Wrinkle In Time". (PHILADELPHIA, PA) -- This winter, Arden Children's Theatre invites families to journey across time and space with an exciting adaptation of Madeline L'Engle's beloved book, A Wrinkle in Time. Adapted by John Glore, winner of the Newbery Medal, A Wrinkle in Time has inspired generations of readers, and even a major motion picture, since its publication. Now, the Arden brings this timeless classic to its stage for the first time. The production runs from December 3 through January 25, 2026.
Cirque du Soleil presents "'Twas the Night Before..." at The Theater at MSG. (NEW YORK, NY) -- Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (MSG Entertainment) announced that, due to overwhelming success, the celebrated holiday theatrical 'Twas the Night Before... by Cirque du Soleil is returning to The Theater at Madison Square Garden for a limited engagement this holiday season from December 4-28, 2025.
Vanguard Theater Company presents "Into The Woods". (MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Vanguard Theater Company presents Into The Woods from December 4-21, 2025. James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim take everyone's favorite storybook characters and bring them together for a timeless, yet relevant, piece... and a rare modern classic. The Tony Award-winning book and score are both enchanting and touching.
New Jersey Repertory Company presents "Just Another Day" by Dan Lauria. (LONG BRANCH, NJ) -- New Jersey Repertory Company presents Just Another Day by Dan Lauria from December 4-20, 2025. Eric Krebs directs Dan Lauria and Patty McCormack in a different kind of love story.
Villagers Theatre's Minature Musical Makers presents "The Wizard of Oz". (SOMERSET, NJ) -- Villagers Theatre's Minature Musical Makers presents The Wizard of Oz with four performances from December 4-6, 2025. The musical follows Dorothy Gale's journey from Kansas to the Land of Oz after a tornado whisks her away with her dog Toto.
HACPAC presents "The Christmas Caper". (HACKENSACK, NJ) -- The Christmas Caper returns to the Hackensack Performing Arts Center with performances weekends from December 5-13, 2025. This is a magical show that has become an annual tradition in Hackensack, delighting audiences with its enchanting performances and heartwarming storytelling.
Gateway Playhouse presents "Scrooge, The Musical". (SOMERS POINT, NJ) -- Gateway Playhouse will ring in the holiday season with two weekends of the Christmas classic Scrooge the Musical, from December 5-14, 2025. Based on Charles Dickens' beloved A Christmas Carol, this musical brings the timeless holiday tale to life with warmth, humor and unforgettable music by Leslie Bricusse.
Ritz Theatre Company presents "Goldilocks & The House of Ginger". (HADDON TOWNSHIP, NJ) -- The Ritz Theatre Company presents Goldilocks & The House of Ginger weekends from December 5-21, 2025. From the zany minds of Bruce Curless and Brian Bacon comes another Christmas Musical Pantomime that is sure to have you laughing in the aisles!
Masquerade Theatre presents "Little Women". (RIVERSIDE, NJ) -- Masquerade Theatre presents Little Women weekends from December 5-20, 2025. Based on Louisa May Alcott's American classic, this Civil War story of love and family stands the test of time. Little Women features a Book by Allan Knee; Music by Jason Howland; and Lyrics by Mindi Dickstein.
Haddonfield Plays and Players presents "Fiddler on the Roof". (HADDONFIELD, NJ) -- Haddonfield Plays and Players presents Fiddler on the Roof weekends from December 5-20, 2025. The award-winning tale of Tevye the Dairyman and his family’s struggles in a changing Russia is a true musical theatre tradition.
interACT Theatre Productions presents The Naughty or Nice Cabaret - A Winter Cabaret Fundraiser. (MAPLEWOOD, NJ) -- interACT Theatre Productions presents interACT Sings: The Naughty or Nice Cabaret - A Winter Cabaret Fundraiser on December 5-6, 2025 at The Burgdorff Center for the Performing Arts. Showtime is 7:30pm each night.
Kick Off the Holidays at the Kelsey Theatre with "Twas the Night Before Christmas". (WEST WINDSOR, NJ) -- Santa will be arriving a little early this year when the holiday classic "Twas the Night Before Christmas" comes to life on the stage of Mercer County Community College's (MCCC) Kelsey Theatre from December 5-7, 2025.
Lewis Center for the Arts' Program in Theater & Music Theater presents "When Pages Breathe: American Black/Out". (PRINCETON, NJ) -- The Lewis Center for the Arts' Program in Theater and Music Theater at Princeton University presents When Pages Breathe: American Black/Out, a lecture-performance that presents scenes and monologues ranging from the rich historical lineage of Black American theater to a live resistance-driven narrative lecture on culture and power. Performances take place December 5-6, 2025.
Jackson Arts Ministry Presents Anastasia, The Broadway Musical, and Frozen Jr.. (JACKSON, NJ) -- Jackson Arts Ministry (JAM) presents their Fall 2025 productions, Anastasia, the Broadway Musical, and Frozen Jr., at the Jackson Memorial Fine Arts Auditorium from Friday, December 5th, through Sunday, December 7th.
Somerset Valley Players presents "The 24 Days Before Christmas". (HILLSBOROUGH, NJ) -- The Somerset Valley Players presents The 24 Days Before Christmas weekends from December 5-21, 2025. Adapted by Jason Pizzarello with a Book and Story by Madeleine L’Engle. The production is directed by Emily M. Muller.
Bergen County Players presents "SPIN: The Rumpelstiltskin Musical". (ORADELL, NJ) -- Bergen County Players (BCP) continues its 93rd season with a special holiday run of SPIN: The Rumpelstiltskin Musical, returning to the Little Firehouse Theatre nearly four decades after its original BCP production in 1986. With music by Neil Fishman, and book and lyrics by Harvey Edelman, the holiday family show runs December 6-21, 2025 and is directed by Bunny Mateosian.
Moorestown Theater Company presents "Annie, Jr.". (MOORESTOWN, NJ) -- Moorestown Theater Company presents Annie, Jr. with two casts from December 6-14, 2025 at First Methodist Church in Moorestown. With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone's hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City.
Studio Players presents Christmas Shorts - An Afternoon of Holiday Sketches. (MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Studio Players presents Christmas Shorts by Lucy Williams - An Afternoon of Holiday Sketches - across two weekends from December 6-14, 2025. Ho! Ho! Ho! Christmas Shorts is full of festive feel-good holiday fun for the whole family. Directed by Matt Masiello.
Holmdel Theatre Company presents Broadway at the Barn Holiday Edition with Tony Nominee Betsy Wolfe. (HOLMDEL, NJ) -- The Holmdel Theatre Company presents Broadway at the Barn Holiday Edition with Tony Nominee Betsy Wolfe on Saturday, December 6 at 7:00pm and Sunday, December 7, 2025 at 3:00pm.
Art House Productions & Skyline Arts presents "Seussical, Jr.". (JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Art House Productions & Skyline Arts presents four performances of Seussical, Jr. from December 6-7, 2025. Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat and all of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters spring to life onstage in Seussical Jr., a fantastical musical extravaganza from Tony-winners, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty.
Main Street Theatre Company presents "Christmas in Neverland". (OLD BRIDGE, NJ) -- Main Street Theatre Company presents Christmas in Neverland across two weekends from December 6-14, 2025. Peter Pan once again brings the Darling family to Neverland, but this time, he’s trying to bring the spirit of Christmas to a land where Captain Hook has banned it.
The Stress Factory Comedy Club presents Michael Yo. (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- The Stress Factory presents Michael Yo on his Issa Truuue Tour from December 5-7, 2025. A 2-time Emmy nominee fresh off his third comedy special Snack Daddy, Michael is a comedian, actor and host keeping busy on all of Hollywood’s platforms. He will be doing 5 shows across the weekend at the club.
Uncle Vinnie's Comedy Club presents Robert Kelly. (POINT PLEASANT, NJ) -- Uncle Vinnie's Comedy Club presents Robert Kelly on Friday, December 5th at 8:00pm and Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 7:00pm. Robert's comedy is deeply rooted in his own life and relationships which makes it honest, abrasively funny, yet refreshingly vulnerable.
Sunday, December 7 - NJPAC hosts An Evening With Conan O'Brien And Stephen Colbert to benefit Montclair Film. (NEWARK, NJ) -- Montclair Film, New Jersey's leading film non-profit, announced that Conan O'Brien will join Stephen Colbert on stage at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on Sunday, December 7, 2025 at 7:00pm. The pair will sit down for an unforgettable evening of conversation celebrating Mr. O'Brien's career as one of our leading comic minds.
Carolyn Dorfman Dance Returns to the Morris Museum in December with a Performance and Education Programs. (MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Carolyn Dorfman Dance returns to be in residence at the Morris Museum from December 2-8, 2025 with a public performance at the Bickford Theatre on Sunday, December 7 at 3:00pm in Dances of Hope, a celebration of community that features a sneak preview of the newest addition to the Legacy Project, The Hero Within: Max Heller, Mary Mills and Miracles. This work-in-process explores themes of joy, pain, and resilience, connecting the past to the present, and inspiring hope for a better future.
Friday, December 5 - RVCC Arts presents "Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet". (BRANCHBURG, NJ) -- Share the joy of Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet with family and friends this holiday season at The Theatre at Raritan Valley Community College. The ballet, which is part of RVCCArts' Mainstage series, will be presented Friday, December 5, 2025 with performances at 4:00pm & 8:00pm.
Nimbus Launches Major Statewide Expansion of "Jersey Nutcracker". (JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- This December, Nimbus Dance's Jersey Nutcracker embarks on its first-ever New Jersey tour, bringing its beloved, distinctly local twist on Tchaikovsky's classic ballet to audiences in Jersey City, Newark, and Elizabeth. With dazzling new sets and costumes, an expanded youth cast from across the state, and performances at the Nimbus Arts Center, Kean University, and the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC), this year marks a bold new chapter for Nimbus' signature holiday production.
Saturday, December 6 - Atlantic City Ballet to present "The Nutcracker" at Levoy Theatre. (MILLVILLE, NJ) -- The Atlantic City Ballet presents The Nutcracker at The Levoy Theatre on Saturday, December 6, 2025 with performances at 3:00pm & 7:00pm. The Nutcracker, one of ballet's treasured classics, tells the story of a little girl named Clara who is given a magical nutcracker doll on Christmas Eve.
Wednesday, December 3 - Barrymore Film Center presents Coffee and Classics screening of "Ball of Fire". (FORT LEE, NJ) -- The Barrymore Film Center is presenting a Coffee and Classics screening of Ball of Fire, directed by Howard Hawks, on Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at 10:00am. The film stars Gary Cooper, Barbara Stanwyck, and Oscar Homolka.
Friday, December 5 - Corey Feldman, Jerry O'Connell, and Wil Wheaton to Take Part in Special Screening of "Stand By Me" at Count Basie Center for the Arts. (RED BANK, NJ) -- Some stories don't fade with time—they grow deeper. For 40 years, Stand By Me has spoken to something timeless in all of us: the wonder and heartbreak of growing up, the bonds we form in childhood, and the way those moments stay with us long after the journey ends. On December 5, 2025, a special screening of the film will take place in Red Bank.
New Jersey Symphony at the Movies presents "Elf" in Concert this weekend. (NEWARK, NJ) -- New Jersey Symphony at the Movies presents Elf in Concert in Newark and Red Bank December 6-7, 20256. See and hear the Christmas Classic like never before! The film is rated PG.
Friday, December 5 - The Final JC Fridays of 2025 on December 5th Features Free Visual and Performing Arts Events. (JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Art House Productions has announced the lineup for the final JC Fridays of 2025, taking place on Friday, December 5th. Jersey City's premier quarterly arts festival, which is free and open to the public, will feature a diverse array of events, including visual art exhibitions, music performances, studio tours, and more, hosted at local businesses, galleries, studios, and arts organizations. Attendees are encouraged to explore multiple venues to discover new art and engage with the local arts scene.
Monmouth County Park System to Host Creative Arts Center Exhibit & Sale from December 6-12. (LINCROFT, NJ) -- The Monmouth County Park System will host the Creative Arts Center Exhibit & Sale from December 6-12, 2025 at the Thompson Park Creative Arts Center. Sponsored by the Friends of the Parks, this exhibit celebrates the original artwork of the Creative Arts Center's students and instructors. With many pieces available for purchase, this is the perfect place to kick off your holiday shopping or find a beautiful piece for your home.
Holiday Shows at Stockton's Performing Arts Center in December. (GALLOWAY, NJ) -- The holidays are in full swing at Stockton University's Performing Arts Center. Several performances by Stockton's School of Arts & Humanities and guest artists will take place on the mainstage and in the Campus Center Theatre throughout December.
Thursday, December 4 - Pulitzer Prize–Winning Author Junot Díaz to Headline VOCES Latino Thought Leaders Series at Montclair State University. (MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Latinos of Montclair, in partnership with Montclair State University's Department of English, has announced that Pulitzer Prize–winning author Junot Díaz will appear in Montclair on Thursday, December 4, 2025 at 6:30pm as part of the VOCES series.
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Tuesday, December 2 @ 7:30pm - George Street Playhouse presents Ebenezer Scrooge's Big Jersey Christmas Show at New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC), 11 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Tuesday, December 2 @ 7:30pm - Tuesday Night Record Club: The Beatles, Rubber Soul at Monmouth University - The Great Hall, 400 Cedar Avenue, West Long Branch
Tuesday, December 2 @ 7:30pm - Preservation Hall Jazz Band Creole Christmas at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown
Wednesday, December 3 @ 7:00pm - Chris Botti at Grunin Center - Main Stage, 1 College Drive, Toms River
Wednesday, December 3 @ 7:00pm - NEVER ENDING ‘90s PRESENTS: EZRA RAY HART 90’s HITS & XMAS RIFFS at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood
Wednesday, December 3 @ 7:30pm - George Street Playhouse presents Ebenezer Scrooge's Big Jersey Christmas Show at New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC), 11 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Wednesday, December 3 @ 7:30pm - It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play at Shakespeare Theatre Of NJ - F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre, 36 Madison Avenue, Madison
Wednesday, December 3 @ 7:30pm - Peabo Bryson, Sheena Easton, Ruben Studdard and Ilya Serov starring in Home For The Holidays at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown
Thursday, December 4 @ 4:30pm - Candlelight Concerts - Christmas Classics at Monmouth University - Pollak Theatre, 400 Cedar Avenue, West Long Branch
Thursday, December 4 @ 7:00pm - NYC Musical Marathon & Jack Dallas presents Autumn 2025 Repertoire at Divinity Hall @ Centennial AME Zion Church, 5 Lewis Place, Closter
Thursday, December 4 @ 7:00pm - Candlelight Concerts - Tribute to Adele at Monmouth University - Pollak Theatre, 400 Cedar Avenue, West Long Branch
Thursday, December 4 @ 7:30pm - George Street Playhouse presents Ebenezer Scrooge's Big Jersey Christmas Show at New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC), 11 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Thursday, December 4 @ 7:30pm - It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play at Shakespeare Theatre Of NJ - F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre, 36 Madison Avenue, Madison
Thursday, December 4 @ 7:30pm - Chamber Music Ensemble at Kean Stage - Enlow Recital Hall, 215 North Avenue, Hillside
Thursday, December 4 @ 7:30pm - LeAnn Rimes: Greatest Hits Christmas Tour at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown
Friday, December 5 @ 10:00am - Roxey Ballet presents Tchaikovsky's "Nutcracker" at Villa Victoria Theater, 376 W Upper Ferry Rd., Ewing
Friday, December 5 @ 7:00pm - Shining Stars Christmas Spectacular 2025 at Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) - Main Stage, 1601 Irving Street, Rahway
Friday, December 5 @ 7:00pm - Happy Feet – A Sensory Friendly Movie Experience at UCPAC’s Hamilton Stage at Hamilton Stage at Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC), 360 Hamilton Avenue, Rahway
Friday, December 5 @ 7:00pm - Orchestra of St. Peter by the Sea at Monmouth University - Pollak Theatre, 400 Cedar Avenue, West Long Branch
Friday, December 5 @ 7:30pm - George Street Playhouse presents Ebenezer Scrooge's Big Jersey Christmas Show at New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC), 11 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Friday, December 5 @ 7:30pm - David Jacobs-Strain and Bob Beach at Lizzie Rose Music Room, 217 E. Main Street, Tuckerton
Friday, December 5 @ 7:30pm - It's A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play at Sieminski Theater, 8000 Fellowship Road, Basking Ridge
Friday, December 5 @ 7:30pm - It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play at Shakespeare Theatre Of NJ - F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre, 36 Madison Avenue, Madison
Friday, December 5 @ 7:30pm - Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer at The Historic Palace Theatre, 7 Ledgewood Avenue, Netcong
Friday, December 5 @ 8:00pm - CDC Theatre presents "FROSTED" - A Frozen Fairytale Parody at CDC Theatre, 78 Winans Avenue, Cranford
Friday, December 5 @ 8:00pm - An Intimate Evening with Eric Benét & Raheem DeVaughn at State Theatre New Jersey, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Friday, December 5 @ 8:00pm - The Irish Tenors at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown
Saturday, December 6 @ 10:00am - Milk & Cookie Series: Rebbie Rye at State Theatre Studio, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Saturday, December 6 @ 11:00am - CDC Theatre presents "FROSTED" - A Frozen Fairytale Parody at CDC Theatre, 78 Winans Avenue, Cranford
Saturday, December 6 @ 12:00pm - Remembering Frank Sinatra: A Swellegant Celebration Event at Avon Municipal Building, 2 Main Street, Avon-By-The-Sea
Saturday, December 6 @ 12:00pm - Milk & Cookie Series: Rebbie Rye at State Theatre Studio, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Saturday, December 6 @ 1:00pm - A Christmas Carol at Grunin Center - Main Stage, 1 College Drive, Toms River
Saturday, December 6 @ 1:00pm - Jersey Nutcracker at Kean Stage - Wilkins Theatre, 1000 Morris Avenue, Union
Saturday, December 6 @ 1:00pm - New Jersey Ballet’s The Nutcracker at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood
Saturday, December 6 @ 2:00pm - George Street Playhouse presents Ebenezer Scrooge's Big Jersey Christmas Show at New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC), 11 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Saturday, December 6 @ 2:00pm - Roxey Ballet presents Tchaikovsky's "Nutcracker" at Villa Victoria Theater, 376 W Upper Ferry Rd., Ewing
Saturday, December 6 @ 2:00pm - People Helping People presents "2025 Arts & Entertainment Festival" at Middlesex College, 2600 Woodbridge Avenue, Edison
Saturday, December 6 @ 2:00pm - It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play at Shakespeare Theatre Of NJ - F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre, 36 Madison Avenue, Madison
Saturday, December 6 @ 2:00pm - Irving Berlin's White Christmas at Algonquin Arts Theatre, 60 Abe Voorhees, Manasquan
Saturday, December 6 @ 2:30pm - It's A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play at Sieminski Theater, 8000 Fellowship Road, Basking Ridge
Saturday, December 6 @ 3:30pm - Floyd Pink - Afternoon Show at Lizzie Rose Music Room, 217 E. Main Street, Tuckerton
Saturday, December 6 @ 4:00pm - CDC Theatre presents "FROSTED" - A Frozen Fairytale Parody at CDC Theatre, 78 Winans Avenue, Cranford
Saturday, December 6 @ 4:00pm - Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer at The Historic Palace Theatre, 7 Ledgewood Avenue, Netcong
Saturday, December 6 @ 4:30pm - New Jersey Ballet’s The Nutcracker at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood
Saturday, December 6 @ 6:00pm - Friends of NSH Presents: An Evening of Smooth Jazz at Newark Symphony Hall, 1020 Broad Street, Newark
Saturday, December 6 @ 6:00pm - Jersey Nutcracker at Kean Stage - Wilkins Theatre, 1000 Morris Avenue, Union
Saturday, December 6 @ 7:00pm - OCC Concert Band: The Most Wonderful Time of the Year at Grunin Center - Main Stage, 1 College Drive, Toms River
Saturday, December 6 @ 7:00pm - People Helping People presents "2025 Arts & Entertainment Festival" at Middlesex College, 2600 Woodbridge Avenue, Edison
Saturday, December 6 @ 7:30pm - George Street Playhouse presents Ebenezer Scrooge's Big Jersey Christmas Show at New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC), 11 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Saturday, December 6 @ 7:30pm - It's A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play at Sieminski Theater, 8000 Fellowship Road, Basking Ridge
Saturday, December 6 @ 7:30pm - It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play at Shakespeare Theatre Of NJ - F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre, 36 Madison Avenue, Madison
Saturday, December 6 @ 7:30pm - Floyd Pink - Evening Show at Lizzie Rose Music Room, 217 E. Main Street, Tuckerton
Saturday, December 6 @ 7:30pm - Irving Berlin's White Christmas at Algonquin Arts Theatre, 60 Abe Voorhees, Manasquan
Saturday, December 6 @ 8:00pm - Vivid Stage presents "A Very Special Special" at Oakes Center, 120 Morris Avenue, Summit
Saturday, December 6 @ 8:00pm - Tim Easton (with special guest Quincy Mumford) at Jersey Shore Arts Center, 66 South Main Street, Ocean Grove
Saturday, December 6 @ 8:00pm - Vic DiBitetto at Carteret Performing Arts Center, 46 Washington Ave, Carteret
Saturday, December 6 @ 8:00pm - Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis at State Theatre New Jersey, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Saturday, December 6 @ 8:00pm - Chris Isaak at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown
Sunday, December 7 @ 1:00pm - New Jersey Ballet’s The Nutcracker at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood
Sunday, December 7 @ 2:00pm - George Street Playhouse presents Ebenezer Scrooge's Big Jersey Christmas Show at New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC), 11 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Sunday, December 7 @ 2:00pm - Roxey Ballet presents Tchaikovsky's "Nutcracker" at Villa Victoria Theater, 376 W Upper Ferry Rd., Ewing
Sunday, December 7 @ 2:00pm - CDC Theatre presents "FROSTED" - A Frozen Fairytale Parody at CDC Theatre, 78 Winans Avenue, Cranford
Sunday, December 7 @ 2:00pm - It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play at Shakespeare Theatre Of NJ - F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre, 36 Madison Avenue, Madison
Sunday, December 7 @ 2:00pm - Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer at The Historic Palace Theatre, 7 Ledgewood Avenue, Netcong
Sunday, December 7 @ 2:30pm - It's A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play at Sieminski Theater, 8000 Fellowship Road, Basking Ridge
Sunday, December 7 @ 3:00pm - Praise & Laughter at Carteret Performing Arts Center, 46 Washington Ave, Carteret
Sunday, December 7 @ 3:00pm - Cherish the Ladies Celtic Christmas Concert at Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) - Main Stage, 1601 Irving Street, Rahway
Sunday, December 7 @ 3:00pm - Irving Berlin's White Christmas at Algonquin Arts Theatre, 60 Abe Voorhees, Manasquan
Sunday, December 7 @ 4:00pm - Choral Concert at Kean Stage - Enlow Recital Hall, 215 North Avenue, Hillside
Sunday, December 7 @ 4:30pm - New Jersey Ballet’s The Nutcracker at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood
Sunday, December 7 @ 4:30pm - A Magical Cirque Christmas at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown
Sunday, December 7 @ 7:30pm - A Magical Cirque Christmas at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown
Sunday, December 7 @ 7:30pm - It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play at Shakespeare Theatre Of NJ - F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre, 36 Madison Avenue, Madison
Monday, December 8 @ 6:00pm - Showtime Holiday Fest at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood
Monday, December 8 @ 7:00pm - The Unwitting Magician – Free Play Reading Series at Hamilton Stage at Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC), 360 Hamilton Avenue, Rahway
Monday, December 8 @ 7:00pm - Art on Screen - Rembrandt at Monmouth University - Pollak Theatre, 400 Cedar Avenue, West Long Branch
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