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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.
Cameron Knight Leads the Cast as Ebenezer Scrooge in McCarter Theatre's "A Christmas Carol". (PRINCETON, NJ) -- A holiday tradition for 45 years, McCarter Theatre Center's annual production of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol returns December 9–28, 2025. Adapted and directed by Lauren Keating, this year’s production offers a fresh perspective on the classic story of redemption and generosity. Cameron Knight leads the cast as Ebenezer Scrooge, with music direction by Cris Frisco and choreographer Emily Maltby. Click here for a podcast about the production.
Tuesday, December 9 - State Theatre presents Engelbert Humperdinck - "A Winter World of Love". (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents Engelbert Humperdinck "A Winter World of Love" on Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 7:00pm. In this special holiday concert, Engelbert Humperdinck blends his timeless hits with beloved holiday classics.
Thursday, December 11 - State Theatre New Jersey presents Kenny G - The Miracles Holiday and Hits Tour 2025. (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents Kenny G's The Miracles Holiday and Hits Tour 2025 on Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 7:30pm. Selling over 75 million records worldwide, the King of Smooth Jazz, Kenny G, is bringing his Christmas show to STNJ.
Friday, December 12 - Outpost in the Burbs presents The Milk Carton Kids Holiday Tour 2025 with Opener Humbird. (MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Outpost in the Burbs presents The Milk Carton Kids Holiday Tour 2025 with Opener Humbird on Friday, December 12, 2025 at the First Congregational Church in Montclair. Showtime is 8:00pm.
MPAC presents New Jersey Ballet's Nutcracker with the New Jersey Symphony. (MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- New Jersey Ballet's presentation of the holiday favorite The Nutcracker comes to Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) for 15 performances from December 12-26, 2025. New Jersey Symphony under the direction of Constantine Kitsopoulos will provide live orchestral accompaniment.
State Theatre New Jersey presents Cirque Dreams Holidaze. (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents Cirque Dreams Holidaze for three performances from December 12-13, 2025. Cirque Dreams Holidaze lights up the stage in this popular and dazzling family holiday spectacular.
Friday, December 12 - bergenPAC presents JR De Guzman: Boyfriend Material. (ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) presents comedian JR De Guzman on Friday, December 12, 2025 at 8:00pm. Born in the Philippines and raised in California, JR De Guzman began performing comedy while working as a music teacher, which he quickly learned just meant teaching Taylor Swift songs to teenagers.
Ocean County College Repertory Theater Company presents Broadway for the Holidays 5. (TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- Ocean County College Repertory Theater Company presents Broadway for the Holidays 5 in the Black Box Theater of the Grunin Center for the Arts across two weekends from December 12-21, 2025. Returning by popular demand, this festive extravaganza brings the magic of Broadway to the holiday season like never before.
Friday, December 12 - The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Lucy Wainwright Roche on Friday. (TUCKERTON, NJ) -- The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Lucy Wainwright Roche on Friday, December 12, 2025. Doors are at 7:00pm, showtime is 7:30pm.
Friday, December 12 - The Jazz Remix at NBPAC presents Adam Hawley & Marcus Anderson. (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- The Jazz Remix at NBPAC presents guitarist Adam Hawley and saxophonist Marcus Anderson on Friday, December 12, 2025 at 7:00pm. These are two of the hottest names in contemporary jazz joining forces for one unforgettable performance.
Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey to Hold Weekend-Long Holiday Market Open to Public December 13-14. (MADISON, NJ) -- The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey will host a festive, Bryant Park–style Holiday Market on Saturday, December 13, 2025 from 10:00am – 7:00pm and Sunday, December 14, 2025 from 10:00am – 2:00pm in the Studio at the F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre. To celebrate the season, the space will be transformed into a bustling marketplace, complete with holiday décor and featuring hand-crafted goods by local artisans.
Saturday, December 13 - Jazz at Berrie Center: NY Voices Spend One More Year Together. Vocal groups hold an underappreciated place in the jazz idiom. 'Jazz-heads' (read: snobs) often dismiss them as trite or pop-oriented, perhaps likening them to a college a cappella troupe or disdaining them as antiquated. The New York Voices are far from that. They are serious musicians, advancing jazz music while honoring its past. The group is part of a lineage of jazz vocal groups that have celebrated the music as far back as its creation. For the past several decades, they have been the gold standard for the sub-genre.
Saturday, December 13 - Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey presents "Merry, Merry Mischief: Holiday Classics". (MADISON, NJ) -- The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) presents a seasonal scripts-in-hand presentation titled Merry, Merry Mischief: Holiday Classics, happening on Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 11:00am at the F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre. The presentation is the final piece in the Theatre's 2025 Classics for Kids! Series. Lead Teaching Artist Isaac Hickox-Young directs the festive collection of short stories including The Elves and the Shoemaker, The Rabbi's Gift, The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle: A Sherlock Holmes Holiday Mystery, and A Visit from St. Nicholas.
Sunday, December 14 - Drew University hosts John Mellencamp and Bad Company Tribute Bands. (MADISON, NJ) -- Looking for something beyond the usual holiday fare? Skip the carolers and cookie-cutter concerts—on Sunday, December 14, 2025, The Concert Hall at Drew University transforms into a powerhouse of festive rock. One stage, one unforgettable night: Tommy Scro's Rock 'n' Roll Fantasy and Human Wheels, led by Rob Santa, unite for a double-header tribute to two American rock legends. Showtime is 6:00pm.
Sunday, December 14 - CarteretPAC presents Luminare Christmas!. (CARTERET, NJ) -- Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center presents Luminare Christmas! The Ultimate Holiday Rock Concert on Sunday, December 14, 2025 at 7:00pm. This electrifying show blends stunning visuals with reimagined Christmas classics and spirited original music to create a one-of-a-kind celebration.
Friday, December 12 - Harmonium Choral Society presents "Season of Blessings". (MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Harmonium Choral Society invites you to experience Season of Blessings on Saturday, December 13 at 7:30pm and Sunday December 14, 2025 at 3:00pm at the Presbyterian Church in Morristown. The performances offer an immersive musical journey highlighting the blessings in our lives.
Friday, December 12 - Irish Trio Socks in the Frying Pan Plays Holiday Concert at Roy’s Hall on December 12. (BLAIRSTOWN, NJ) -- Socks in the Frying Pan, the high-energy Irish traditional trio from Ennis, County Clare known for infusing virtuosic musicianship with humor, charisma, and a palpable passion for their roots, gives a one-night-only holiday concert on Friday, December 12, 2025 at Roy�s Hall. The show is part of the band's US holiday tour celebrating their fifth full-length album, Waiting for Inspiration. Showtime is 8:00pm.
Friday, December 12 - Wharton Performing Arts School presents Holiday Cabaret Benefit on December 12th. (BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ) -- The Wharton Performing Arts School (PAS) invites the community to its annual Holiday Cabaret, which, for the first time, will be held as a benefit to support PAS' programs. The festive evening of performances takes place on Friday, December 12, 2025 at 7:00pm at the Wharton Black Box Theater, 60 Locust Avenue, Berkeley Heights, with a pre-concert reception beginning at 6:00pm.
Friday, December 12 - The Princeton Folk Music Society presents Michael Gabriele and Spook Handy on December 12th. (PRINCETON, NJ) -- The Princeton Folk Music Society, celebrating its 60th anniversary, presents a double feature on folk music history, with an emphasis on New Jersey on Friday, December 12, 2025 at Christ Congregation Church. The program opens with a presentation by Michael Gabriele, the author of New Jersey Folk Revival Music: History & Tradition (Arcadia Publishing, 2016). New Jersey-based folk musician and Pete Seeger collaborator Spook Handy follows up with a concert in the second half. Showtime is 8:00pm.
Friday, December 12 - The Landis Theater presents Mysterious Ways - The U2 Christmas Experience. (VINELAND, NJ) -- The Landis Theater presents - The U2 Christmas Experience on Friday, December 12, 2025 at 8:00pm. The band brings a special holiday twist to the iconic sound of U2! This festive performance blends the spirit of Christmas with the passion and energy of one of the greatest bands in rock history.
Saturday, December 13 - Millstone Township Performing Arts Center presents Daybreak: The Music & Passion of Barry Manilow. (MILLSTONE TOWNSHIP, NJ) -- On Saturday, December 13, 2025, the Millstone Township Performing Arts Center presents Daybreak: The Music & Passion of Barry Manilow. Showtime is 7:00pm.
Saturday, December 13 - Asbury Park Theater Company presents A Big Band Holiday to Remember starring Remember Jones and his 17-piece Big Band. (OCEAN GROVE, NJ) – Asbury Park Theater Company presents their 2025 gala fundraising event: A Big Band Holiday To Remember, starring Remember Jones and his 17-piece Big Band, on Saturday, December 13, 2025 at the Jersey Shore Arts Center and will feature Remember Jones along with Asbury Park music community artists, Broadway performers, and cast members from past APTC shows, including local favorites such as Layonne Holmes, Sharon Lasher, Emily Grove, and more to be announced, as well as talent seen across Broadway and off-Broadway stages such as Brian O’Brien, Jeanne Montano, Hannah Bonnett, and more! The event begins at 7:30pm.
Saturday, December 13 - The American Ride (Toby Keith Tribute) comes to Stafford Township Arts Center. (MANAHAWKIN, NJ) -- SF Entertainment presents The American Ride (Toby Keith Tribute) on Saturday, December 13, 2025 at The Stafford Township Arts Center. They are one of the most acclaimed tribute acts in the country music scene, delivering the full-throttle patriotism, swagger, and sound of Toby Keith himself. Showtime is 7:30pm.
Saturday, December 13 - Holiday POPS! Concert to Feature Vocalists Kara Dugan and John Brancy. (PRINCETON, NJ) -- The Princeton Symphony Orchestra's (PSO's) annual Holiday POPS! concert with carol sing-along returns on Saturday, December 13, 2025 with two performances at Richardson Auditorium on the campus of Princeton University. GRAMMY®-winner John Brancy and Kara Dugan lend their talents to seasonal melodies along with the spirited voices of the Princeton High School Choir. John Devlin returns to conduct the 3:00pm & 6:00pm performances.
Sunday, December 14 - Christ Church in Short Hills presents Special Holiday Concert. (SHORT HILLS, NJ) -- Christ Church in Short Hills will present a Special Holiday Concert featuring George Frideric Handel's Messiah (Part 1) on Sunday, December 14, 2025 at 4:00pm. The performance, conducted by guest conductor and Christ Church parishioner George Mathew, will feature the Christ Church Festival Choir, Orchestra, Organ and vocal soloists.
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.
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.
Surflight Theatre presents "Elf, The Musical". (BEACH HAVEN, NJ) -- The ever popular holiday production of Elf The Musical, back for the first time since 2018, opened at Surflight Theatre on November 29th and runs through December 21, 2025. Elf The Musical is based on a motion picture of the same name with a score by Matthew Sklar and Chad Beguelin. The book is adapted by Bob Martin and Thomas Meehan from the 2003 film.
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.
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.
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.
McCarter Theatre Welcomes Audiences to a Magical Holiday Season with "A Christmas Carol". (PRINCETON, NJ) -- McCarter Theatre invites audiences to celebrate the holiday season with the return of its beloved production of A Christmas Carol, filled with music, magic, and the timeless spirit of generosity. This year's production features acclaimed actor Cameron Knight in the role of Ebenezer Scrooge.
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.
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.
Bristol Riverside Theatre presents the World Premiere of "The Nice List". (BRISTOL, PA) -- Bristol Riverside Theatre (BRT) welcomes the holiday season with the world premiere of The Nice List, a lively musical filled with songs, humor, and plenty of Christmas cheer. This merry new production invites audiences of all ages to embark on a cheerful adventure straight from Santa's North Pole. Emmy Award-winning director Alan Muraoka leads this joyful production with music direction by Gary Adler. The production runs December 9-28, 2025.
Bristol Riverside Theatre presents the World Premiere of "The Nice List". (BRISTOL, PA) -- Bristol Riverside Theatre (BRT) welcomes the holiday season with the world premiere of The Nice List, a lively musical with book and lyrics by Phoebe Kreutz and music by Gary Adler. Filled with catchy tunes, humor, and plenty of Christmas cheer, this merry new production invites audiences of all ages to embark on a cheerful adventure straight from Santa's North Pole. Emmy Award-winning director Alan Muraoka leads this joyful production, with music direction by Adler, running December 9-28, 2025.
Gerald Charles Dickens to Perform his One-Man "A Christmas Carol" to Benefit Allaire Village. (RED BANK, NJ) -- Gerald Dickens, the great, great grandson of Charles Dickens, brings his one-man show - a theatrical performance of A Christmas Carol inspired by Charles' own energetic readings of the 1860s to benefit Allaire Village on Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at Two River Theater in Red Bank. Two shows are scheduled; 3:00pm and 7:00pm.
County College of Morris presents "A Sherlock Carol". (RANDOLPH, NJ) -- Get ready for a delightful holiday mystery as A Sherlock Carol takes the stage at County College of Morris (CCM), presented by the Marielaine Mammon School of Music, Performing Arts, and Music Technologies. Performances will run Thursday through Saturday, December 11-13, 2025 in Dragonetti Auditorium. Showtime is 7:30pm each evening.
The Broadway Theatre of Pitman presents "Irving Berlin's White Christmas, The Musical". (PITMAN, NJ) -- The Broadway Theatre of Pitman presents Irving Berlin's White Christmas, The Musical weekends from December 12-21, 2025. This holiday classic is enjoyable for all ages.
Nutley Little Theatre presents "Uh Oh, Here Comes Christmas". (NUTLEY, NJ) -- Nutley Little Theatre presents Uh Oh, Here Comes Christmas from December 12-20, 2025. The play, written by Robert Fulgham, takes a funny, heartwarming and often poignant look at the struggle to find the spirit of the holidays amid the avalanche of commercialism, stress and chaos that crashes down every December.
Brundage Park Playhouse presents "Miracle on 34th Street". (RANDOLPH, NJ) -- Brundage Park Playhouse presents Miracle on 34th Street weekends from December 12-21, 2025. Come celebrate the holiday season with a play adapted from the novel by Valentine Davies. The production is directed by J Cavaliere.
Bridge Players Theatre Company presents Fa La La Family Follies - A Holiday Cabaret. (BURLINGTON, NJ) -- Bridge Players Theatre Company presents Fa La La Family Follies December 12-13, 2025. Conceived and directed by Damon A. Strothers, this is a heartwarming winter cabaret where the theatre family opens its doors to yours.
Classic American Tales presents stories for the holidays. (WEST CAPE MAY, NJ) -- "Friendship Village ain't ever looked much more like Christmas, than it did that December, in 1912," Calliope begins her tale "A Great Tree," in which she does all she can to get the big cedar-of-Lebanon tree in the town square lit with electric lights in time for Christmas Eve.
Old Library Theatre presents "The Wolves". (WAYNE, NJ) -- Old Library Theatre presents The Wolves with three performances from December 12-14, 2025 at Preakness Reformed Church in Wayne. A sold-out Off-Broadway smash, the 2017 Pulitzer Prize finalist The Wolves by Sarah DeLappe is a portrait of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness for nine American girls.
Playhouse 22 presents "A Merry Little Christmas Carol". (EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- The holiday season is in full swing at Playhouse 22 with "A Merry Little Christmas Carol". This is a new take on the old Charles Dickens classic by Mark Shanahan and directed by Erik Hall. Performances run weekends from December 12-21, 2025.
Skyline Theatre Company presents the World Premiere of "Joy Meets Girl". (BLOOMFIELD, NJ) -- Skyline Theatre Company presents the World Premiere of Joy Meets Girl weekends from December 13-21, 2025 at The Oakeside Bloomfield Cultural Center. In the play we meet Addie, a true holiday enthusiast until she starts to doubt putting her focus on tinsel and cheer. It takes her best friend to help her find her true JOY!
Bergen County Players presents "It's A Wonderful Life: A BCP Radio Play". (ORADELL, NJ) -- Bergen County Players (BCP) will present a heartwarming, inventive take on the beloved holiday classic It's a Wonderful Life with a special reimagined stage production across two weekends from December 13-20, 2025. Combining Frank Capra's legendary film with the celebrated radio play by Lux Radio Theatre, this adaptation promises a unique theatrical experience honoring the timeless story of love, redemption, and the enduring spirit of the holidays.
Yates Musical Theatre presents "A Christmas Carol" at AvenelPAC. (AVENEL, NJ) -- The Yates Musical Theatre presents A Christmas Carol at Avenel Performing Arts Center on Saturday, December 13, 2025 with performances at 2:00pm & 5:00pm. This is a musical adaptation of the tale of the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge, who hated Christmas until ghosts take him on a journey into the past, the present and the future …. into the lives of his poor office clerk, Bob Cratchit and the crippled, cheerful Tiny Tim.
Lantern Theater Company presents Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol. (PHILADELPHIA, PA) -- Lantern Theater Company continues its 2025/26 season with a remount of its original adaptation of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, commissioned and developed through the Lantern's New Play Program and co-created by Philadelphia theater artists Anthony Lawton, Christopher Colucci, and Thom Weaver. The production runs from December 13-28, 2025, at St. Stephen’s Theater in Center City Philadelphia.
Pixie Dust Players Presents "SUFFS JR.". (WEST ORANGE, NJ) -- Fresh from Broadway, the musical based on suffragists and the American women's suffrage movement, has been reimagined for young performers as Pixie Dust Players presents SUFFS JR., running December 13-21, 2025 at the JCC Metrowest.
American Theater Group to present "It's A Wonderful Life: From Screen to Stage" post show talkback. (UNION, NJ) -- American Theater Group (ATG) will present a talkback following the Sunday, December 14, 2025 matinee performance of Joe Landry's It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play at the DMK Black Box Theater at the Union Arts Center in Union. The matinee takes place at 2:00pm.
Wednesday, December 10 - Trevor Noah and Kristin Lemkau to be Honored at "Comic Relief Live" Benefit. (NEW YORK, NY) -- "Comic Relief Live" will return to New York City on December 10, 2025, at 8:00pm, in the Stern Auditorium/Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall. Hosted by John Oliver (Last Week Tonight with John Oliver), Comic Relief's annual benefit to build brighter futures for kids will honor Trevor Noah (comedian and best-selling author) with Comic Relief's Icon Award and Kristin Lemkau (Chief Executive Officer of J.P. Morgan Wealth Management at JPMorgan Chase) with Comic Relief’s Visionary Award.
Wednesday, December 10 - Drop In For An Improv Jam at Vivid Stage. (SUMMIT, NJ) -- Vivid Stage is holding an open Improv Jam on Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at the Oakes Center in Summit. The event runs from 7:30pm-9:30pm. The cost for all participants is $10.
RVCC to Present DanceWorks, Featuring Student, Faculty Performances. (BRANCHBURG, NJ) -- Raritan Valley Community College's Arts & Design department will present DanceWorks, an evening of student and faculty dance, on Thursday and Friday, December 11-12, 2025 at 7:00pm each night. The event will be held in the Edward Nash Theatre at the College's Branchburg campus. The concert is being produced by Professor Loretta Fois, Director of RVCC's dance program.
Wednesday, December 10 - The Barrymore Film Center presents National Theatre Live's presentation of "Fleabag". (FORT LEE, NJ) -- The Barrymore Film Center presents National Theatre Live's presentation of Fleabag on Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 7:30pm. Written and performed by Phoebe Waller-Bridge (Fleabag, Killing Eve) and directed by Vicky Jones, Fleabag is a rip-roaring look at some sort of woman living her sort of life.
Saturday, December 13 - Celebrate the Holidays with the Muppets and East Lynne Theater Company. (CAPE MAY, NJ) -- The award-winning, Equity professional East Lynne Theater Company will host a special movie day at the Clemans Theater for the Arts on Saturday, December 13, 2025. The company will offer three opportunities for people to ring in the holiday season with Disney's "The Muppet Christmas Carol."
Sunday, December 14 - Experience History Come to Life: Washington's Crossing Reenactments Return in December. (WASHINGTON CROSSING, PA) -- Step back in time this December as General Washington's daring Delaware River crossing is brought to life during two spectacular reenactments at Washington Crossing Historic Park, located at 1112 River Road in Washington Crossing, PA at the intersection of Routes 532 and 32. Thousands will gather on the banks of the river to witness this defining moment of the American Revolution, an enduring holiday tradition now in its 73rd year.
Monday, December 15 - Monmouth University's Center for the Arts presents Art on Screen - "Goya: Visions of Flesh and Blood". (WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ) -- On Monday, December 15, 2025, Monmouth University's Center for the Arts presents Art on Screen - Goya: Visions of Flesh and Blood in the Pollak Theatre. The screening begins at 7:00pm. Heir to Velázquez, a hero to Picasso. Discover Spain's celebrated artist with this cinematic tour de force based on the National Gallery's must-see exhibition Goya: The Portraits.
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Tuesday, December 9 @ 7:00pm - Engelbert Humperdinck “A Winter World of Love” at State Theatre New Jersey, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Tuesday, December 9 @ 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
Tuesday, December 9 @ 7:30pm - Kean University Orchestra Fall Concert at Kean Stage - Enlow Recital Hall, 215 North Avenue, Hillside
Tuesday, December 9 @ 7:30pm - Tuesday Night Book Club - Salman Rushdie, Midnight’s Children at VIRTUAL, ,
Tuesday, December 9 @ 7:30pm - A Christmas Carol at McCarter Theatre Center (Matthews Theatre), 91 University Place, Princeton
Wednesday, December 10 @ 7:00pm - Engelbert Humperdinck “A Winter World of Love” at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood
Wednesday, December 10 @ 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 10 @ 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 10 @ 7:30pm - A Christmas Carol at McCarter Theatre Center (Matthews Theatre), 91 University Place, Princeton
Thursday, December 11 @ 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
Thursday, December 11 @ 6:00pm - Candlelight Concerts Tribute to Queen and The Beatles at Monmouth University - Pollak Theatre, 400 Cedar Avenue, West Long Branch
Thursday, December 11 @ 7:00pm - NYC Musical Marathon & Jack Dallas presents Autumn 2025 Repertoire at Divinity Hall @ Centennial AME Zion Church, 5 Lewis Place, Closter
Thursday, December 11 @ 7:00pm - Michael Feinstein at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood
Thursday, December 11 @ 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 11 @ 7:30pm - Eliza Neals at Lizzie Rose Music Room, 217 E. Main Street, Tuckerton
Thursday, December 11 @ 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 11 @ 7:30pm - Jazz Ensemble at Kean Stage - Enlow Recital Hall, 215 North Avenue, Hillside
Thursday, December 11 @ 7:30pm - Kenny G at State Theatre New Jersey, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Thursday, December 11 @ 8:30pm - Candlelight Concerts Coldplay vs. Imagine Dragons at Monmouth University - Pollak Theatre, 400 Cedar Avenue, West Long Branch
Friday, December 12 @ 4:30pm - Candlelight Concerts - Christmas Classics at Monmouth University - Pollak Theatre, 400 Cedar Avenue, West Long Branch
Friday, December 12 @ 7:00pm - The MAC Student Theater Academy presents "Elf, Jr." at Middletown Arts Center, 36 Church Street, Middletown
Friday, December 12 @ 7:00pm - "It's a Wonderful Life" - An American Theater Group Production at DMK Theater at Union Arts Center, 1980 Morris Avenue, Union
Friday, December 12 @ 7:00pm - Candlelight Concerts - Christmas Classics at Monmouth University - Pollak Theatre, 400 Cedar Avenue, West Long Branch
Friday, December 12 @ 7:00pm - The Jazz Remix at NBPAC presents Adam Hawley & Marcus Anderson at New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC), 11 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Friday, December 12 @ 7:00pm - Crossing Over with Psychic Medium John Edward at Carteret Performing Arts Center, 46 Washington Ave, Carteret
Friday, December 12 @ 7:00pm - Cirque Dreams Holidaze at State Theatre New Jersey, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Friday, December 12 @ 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 12 @ 7:30pm - Broadway for the Holidays 5 at Grunin Center - Black Box Theater, 1 College Drive, Toms River
Friday, December 12 @ 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 12 @ 7:30pm - Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer at The Historic Palace Theatre, 7 Ledgewood Avenue, Netcong
Friday, December 12 @ 7:30pm - Lucy Wainwright Roche at Lizzie Rose Music Room, 217 E. Main Street, Tuckerton
Friday, December 12 @ 7:30pm - A Christmas Carol at McCarter Theatre Center (Matthews Theatre), 91 University Place, Princeton
Friday, December 12 @ 7:30pm - Irving Berlin's White Christmas at Algonquin Arts Theatre, 60 Abe Voorhees, Manasquan
Friday, December 12 @ 7:30pm - New Jersey Ballet’s The Nutcracker With New Jersey Symphony at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown
Friday, December 12 @ 8:00pm - CDC Theatre presents "FROSTED" - A Frozen Fairytale Parody at CDC Theatre, 78 Winans Avenue, Cranford
Friday, December 12 @ 8:00pm - The Milk Carton Kids with Humbird to open at Outpost In The Burbs, 40 S Fullerton Ave, Montclair
Friday, December 12 @ 8:00pm - JR De Guzman: Boyfriend Material at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood
Saturday, December 13 @ 11:00am - Merry, Merry Mischief: Holiday Classics at Shakespeare Theatre Of NJ - F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre, 36 Madison Avenue, Madison
Saturday, December 13 @ 11:00am - CDC Theatre presents "FROSTED" - A Frozen Fairytale Parody at CDC Theatre, 78 Winans Avenue, Cranford
Saturday, December 13 @ 11:00am - Cirque Dreams Holidaze at State Theatre New Jersey, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Saturday, December 13 @ 1:00pm - The Metropolitan Opera: Live in HD Andrea Chénier at Monmouth University - Pollak Theatre, 400 Cedar Avenue, West Long Branch
Saturday, December 13 @ 1:00pm - Ballet for Young Audiences: The Nutcracker at Grunin Center - Main Stage, 1 College Drive, Toms River
Saturday, December 13 @ 1:00pm - A Christmas Carol at McCarter Theatre Center (Matthews Theatre), 91 University Place, Princeton
Saturday, December 13 @ 1:00pm - New Jersey Ballet’s The Nutcracker With New Jersey Symphony at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown
Saturday, December 13 @ 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 13 @ 2:00pm - Broadway for the Holidays 5 at Grunin Center - Black Box Theater, 1 College Drive, Toms River
Saturday, December 13 @ 2:00pm - New Jersey Youth Symphony: Youth Orchestra & Philharmonia at Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) - Main Stage, 1601 Irving Street, Rahway
Saturday, December 13 @ 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 13 @ 2:00pm - Irving Berlin's White Christmas at Algonquin Arts Theatre, 60 Abe Voorhees, Manasquan
Saturday, December 13 @ 3:00pm - The MAC Student Theater Academy presents "Elf, Jr." at Middletown Arts Center, 36 Church Street, Middletown
Saturday, December 13 @ 3:00pm - Cirque Dreams Holidaze at State Theatre New Jersey, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Saturday, December 13 @ 3:30pm - Damn The Torpedoes - Afternoon Show at Lizzie Rose Music Room, 217 E. Main Street, Tuckerton
Saturday, December 13 @ 4:00pm - Ballet for Young Audiences: The Nutcracker at Grunin Center - Main Stage, 1 College Drive, Toms River
Saturday, December 13 @ 4:00pm - CDC Theatre presents "FROSTED" - A Frozen Fairytale Parody at CDC Theatre, 78 Winans Avenue, Cranford
Saturday, December 13 @ 4:00pm - Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer at The Historic Palace Theatre, 7 Ledgewood Avenue, Netcong
Saturday, December 13 @ 5:30pm - A Christmas Carol at McCarter Theatre Center (Matthews Theatre), 91 University Place, Princeton
Saturday, December 13 @ 6:00pm - New Jersey Ballet’s The Nutcracker With New Jersey Symphony at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown
Saturday, December 13 @ 7:00pm - Galaxies of Joy: The Planets in Concert presented by Wharton Arts’ New Jersey Youth Symphony at Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) - Main Stage, 1601 Irving Street, Rahway
Saturday, December 13 @ 7:00pm - The MAC Student Theater Academy presents "Elf, Jr." at Middletown Arts Center, 36 Church Street, Middletown
Saturday, December 13 @ 7:00pm - "It's a Wonderful Life" - An American Theater Group Production at DMK Theater at Union Arts Center, 1980 Morris Avenue, Union
Saturday, December 13 @ 7:00pm - Holiday Doo Wop at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood
Saturday, December 13 @ 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 13 @ 7:30pm - Broadway for the Holidays 5 at Grunin Center - Black Box Theater, 1 College Drive, Toms River
Saturday, December 13 @ 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 13 @ 7:30pm - Atlantic Brass presents Songs of the Season: A Festive Evening of Brass & Voice at Pfleeger Concert Hall - Rowan University, North Campus Drive, Glassboro
Saturday, December 13 @ 7:30pm - Damn The Torpedoes - Evening Show at Lizzie Rose Music Room, 217 E. Main Street, Tuckerton
Saturday, December 13 @ 7:30pm - Irving Berlin's White Christmas at Algonquin Arts Theatre, 60 Abe Voorhees, Manasquan
Saturday, December 13 @ 8:00pm - A Swingin’ Christmas with New York Voices at Berrie Center for the Arts, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah
Saturday, December 13 @ 8:00pm - Peter Noone & Herman’s Hermits - An Old English Christmas at Carteret Performing Arts Center, 46 Washington Ave, Carteret
Sunday, December 14 @ 1:00pm - A Christmas Carol at McCarter Theatre Center (Matthews Theatre), 91 University Place, Princeton
Sunday, December 14 @ 1:00pm - A Christmas Carol at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood
Sunday, December 14 @ 1:00pm - New Jersey Ballet’s The Nutcracker With New Jersey Symphony at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown
Sunday, December 14 @ 2:00pm - The Christmas Spider – New Jersey Opera Theater at Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) - Main Stage, 1601 Irving Street, Rahway
Sunday, December 14 @ 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 14 @ 2:00pm - Broadway for the Holidays 5 at Grunin Center - Black Box Theater, 1 College Drive, Toms River
Sunday, December 14 @ 2:00pm - The MAC Student Theater Academy presents "Elf, Jr." at Middletown Arts Center, 36 Church Street, Middletown
Sunday, December 14 @ 2:00pm - "It's a Wonderful Life" - An American Theater Group Production at DMK Theater at Union Arts Center, 1980 Morris Avenue, Union
Sunday, December 14 @ 2:00pm - CDC Theatre presents "FROSTED" - A Frozen Fairytale Parody at CDC Theatre, 78 Winans Avenue, Cranford
Sunday, December 14 @ 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 14 @ 2:00pm - Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer at The Historic Palace Theatre, 7 Ledgewood Avenue, Netcong
Sunday, December 14 @ 2:00pm - Vanessa Collier - Holiday Matinee Show at Lizzie Rose Music Room, 217 E. Main Street, Tuckerton
Sunday, December 14 @ 3:00pm - Irving Berlin's White Christmas at Algonquin Arts Theatre, 60 Abe Voorhees, Manasquan
Sunday, December 14 @ 5:00pm - A Christmas Carol at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood
Sunday, December 14 @ 5:30pm - A Christmas Carol at McCarter Theatre Center (Matthews Theatre), 91 University Place, Princeton
Sunday, December 14 @ 6:00pm - New Jersey Ballet’s The Nutcracker With New Jersey Symphony at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown
Sunday, December 14 @ 7:00pm - Cherish the Ladies at Grunin Center - Main Stage, 1 College Drive, Toms River
Sunday, December 14 @ 7:00pm - Luminare Christmas! at Carteret Performing Arts Center, 46 Washington Ave, Carteret
Sunday, December 14 @ 7:30pm - Rock This Town Christmas Spectacular at Lizzie Rose Music Room, 217 E. Main Street, Tuckerton
Monday, December 15 @ 7:00pm - Winter Karaoke Night at Hamilton Stage at Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC), 360 Hamilton Avenue, Rahway
Monday, December 15 @ 7:00pm - Sam Heughan (Book Tour - THE COCKTAIL DIARIES: A Spirited Adventure) at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood
Monday, December 15 @ 7:00pm - Art on Screen "Goya: Visions of Flesh and Blood" at Monmouth University - Pollak Theatre, 400 Cedar Avenue, West Long Branch
Monday, December 15 @ 7:30pm - Patti Smith: Bread of Angels Book Tour at McCarter Theatre Center (Matthews Theatre), 91 University Place, Princeton
Monday, December 15 @ 7:30pm - The Brandenburg Concertos at Richardson Auditorium, 68 Nassau Street, Princeton
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