New Jersey Stage logo
New Jersey Stage Menu



 

New Jersey Film Festival Fall 2024 Video Overview

by Vic Fern
09/01/2024



The New Jersey Film Festival returns to Rutgers University September 6th - October 18th for the Fall 2024 season! Al Nigrin, Executive Director and Curator of the Festival, provides a video overview of the films being showcased via EBTV:

The 43rd Bi-Annual New Jersey Film Festival will be taking place on select Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays between September 6-October 18, 2024. The Festival will be a hybrid one as it will be presented online as well as doing in-person screenings at Rutgers University. All the films will be available virtually via Video on Demand for 24 hours on their show date. VoD start times are at 12 Midnight Eastern USA. Each General Admission Ticket or Festival Pass purchased is good for both the virtual and the in-person screenings. Plus,  acclaimed electronic music artist Jim Haynes will be doing an audio-visual concert on Friday, October 18 at 7PM! The in-person screenings and the Jim Haynes Concert will be held in Voorhees Hall #105/Rutgers University, 71 Hamilton Street, New Brunswick, NJ beginning at 5PM or 7PM on their show date. General Admission Ticket=$15 Per Program; Festival All Access Pass=$120; In-Person Only Student Ticket=$10 Per Program. General Admission Jim Haynes Concert Ticket=$25. To buy tickets go here:  https://watch.eventive.org/newjerseyfilmfestivalfall2024

Photo from Portrait of Alexia ©2024 Albert Gabriel Nigrin. 

 





 

New Jersey Stage provides affordable advertising for the arts




 



Your shows can be listed here for just $10. Click here to learn more.

Sunday

Sunday Film Series – Rebel Without a Cause in 35mm (1955)

Sunday, November 15, 2026 @ 2:00pm
Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) - Main Stage
Rahway, NJ

Join us for a 35mm screening of 1955’s iconic film “Rebel Without a Cause” starring James Dean, Natalie Wood (Academy Award Nominee, Best Supporting Actress), and Sal Mineo (Academy Award Nominee, Best Supporting Actor).

 

Senior

Senior Student Movie Day – Hamlet (2018)

Monday, November 16, 2026 @ 8:00pm
Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) - Main Stage
Rahway, NJ

UCPAC invites Seniors (ages 55 and up) to join local students for a digital matinee film screening of 2018’s “Hamlet,” starring Andrew Scott as the troubled Prince of Denmark.

 

THE

THE EXORCIST II: THE HERETIC MOVIES ON MAINSTREET

Tuesday, November 17, 2026 @ 7:00pm
Lizzie Rose Music Room
Tuckerton, NJ

Forget what you’ve heard. This is one of those movies that begs to be seen at our micro cinema.  Strange, hypnotic, ambitious and completely unlike the original. A notorious misfire—or a misunderstood cult classic? You decide!

 

The

The Karate Kid in 35mm

Thursday, November 19, 2026 @ 7:00pm
Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) - Main Stage
Rahway, NJ

Travel back to the 80s with one of the decade’s best-loved films, “The Karate Kid” in 35mm!

 

Kung

Kung Fu Panda – Popcorn & Pajamas Film Series

Friday, November 20, 2026 @ 7:00pm
Hamilton Stage at Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC)
Rahway, NJ

Doors: 6 PM – Before the movie, have a seat at our craft table and make something fun to take home!

Film: 7 PM

 

ADVANCED EVENTS

To search for a single date, choose the same starting and ending date.

Starting Date:
     

Ending Date:
     

 All Events   art   comedy 
 dance   film   kids 
 music   theatre   community 

 North Jersey 
 Central Jersey
 South Jersey


 


EVENT PREVIEWS

(RED BANK, NJ) -- Count Basie Center for the Arts will cap its Centennial Celebration with an immersive re-enactment of its opening night on Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 6:00pm. Patrons can expect an immersive theatrical presentation from the moment they approach the venue – from 'stars' of the era arriving in classic cars, Gatsby-esque fashion and flair, an authentic speakeasy experience with custom, era-specific cocktails and mocktails, 1920s hot jazz and more.



Learn about producing films with "Producing 101: From Script to Set with The Gig Media"

Learn about producing films with "Producing 101: From Script to Set with The Gig Media"

(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Interested in filmmaking? You can learn how to produce a film like a pro at "Producing 101: From Script to Set with The Gig Media" on Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Miraley Studios in Jersey City.



bergenPAC presents An Evening with Peter Billingsley and A Christmas Story on Saturday

bergenPAC presents An Evening with Peter Billingsley and A Christmas Story on Saturday

(ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) presents An Evening with Peter Billingsley and A Christmas Story on Satuday, November 14, 2026 at 7:00pm. Celebrate the holiday season with an unforgettable evening featuring a screening of the beloved classic film followed by a moderated interview and audience Q&A from its iconic star Peter Billingsley, a.k.a. Ralphie!



The Clairidge hosts Indie Film Showcase on November 21st

The Clairidge hosts Indie Film Showcase on November 21st

(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- On Saturday, November 21, 2026, The Clairidge hosts a film showcase featuring three indie films - Wedding Night, Lady in the Mirror, and End of the Line: Brotherhood.  Dive into three epic tales, one screen, and endless vibes at The Official Film Showcase. Showtime is 1:30pm.