originally published: 04/22/2025
Here is a look at shows taking place from April 22-28, 2025 along with our featured listings and a look at some upcoming shows. New Jersey Stage offers previews of concerts throughout the Garden State as well as select shows in New York City and Philadelphia areas. Click on the title to go to the full preview. Jump to Featured Events, Event Previews, Event Listings, Coming Soon.
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FEATURED EVENTS
Thursday, April 24 - Grammy Award Winners and Jazz Icons the Yellowjackets Come to Bell Theater (HOLMDEL, NJ) -- Celebrate Jazz Appreciation month with the Yellowjackets, which Jazz Times describes as an "electric-acoustic outfit whose smart, often challenging and unpredictable compositions draw from fusion, post-bop and contemporary jazz." These jazz icons are headed to Bell Theater at Bell Works in Holmdel on Thursday, April 24, 2025.
Friday, April 25 - Kean Stage presents Michael Feinstein's "Because of You" - Tribute to Tony Bennett. (HILLSIDE, NJ) -- Kean Stage presents Michael Feinstein in Because of You My Tribute to Tony Bennett, featuring the Carnegie Hall Ensemble, will close Kean Stage's 2024-2025 season. The concert event will be presented on Friday, April 25, 2025 at Enlow Recital Hall (215 North Avenue) in Hillside. Showtime is 7:30pm. This is the second time Michael Feinstein has performed at Enlow Recital Hall. He performed the inaugural concert for the venue on October 1, 2009.
Saturday, April 26 - bergenPAC presents That Motown Band (ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- If you love songs like "Heat Wave," "Ain't too Proud to Beg," "Baby Love," "Ain't No Mountain High Enough," "My Girl," and "Ain't no Mountain High Enough"? Be sure to check out That Motown Band when they come to Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) on Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 7:00pm.
Saturday, April 26 - Split Level Concerts presents Rod Picott and Anya Hinkle at Jersey Shore Arts Center. (OCEAN GROVE, NJ) -- Critically acclaimed singer/songwriters Rod Picott and Anya Hinkle will co-headline a performance at Jersey Shore Arts Center in Ocean Grove on Saturday, April 26, 2025. Showtime is 8:00pm. The show closes out the 2024-25 season of the Split Level Concerts series which highlights renowned Americana and contemporary folk musicians in a uniquely intimate setting. The series will resume in the fall.
Saturday, April 26 - UCPAC presents The Fab Four - The Ultimate Tribute. (RAHWAY, NJ) -- The Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) presents The Fab Four - The Ultimate Tribute on Saturday, April 26, 2025. Doors are at 7:00pm, showtime is 8:00pm.
EVENT PREVIEWS
Tuesday, April 22 - LoMotion Live presents An Evening of Song featuring The Mayo Performing Arts Company. (BOONTON, NJ) -- LoMotion Live invites you to enjoy an evening of song with the Mayo Performing Arts Company on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at The Parsippany Arts Center. Showtime is 7:00pm.
Thursday, April 24 - NJPAC presents Melissa Etheridge and Joss Stone. (NEWARK, NJ) -- New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents two incredible female artists: Melissa Etheridge and Joss Stone on Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 7:30pm. Melissa Etheridge is known as one the greatest American rockers of all time while Paste said GRAMMY® winner Joss Stone is "a genuine article of soul music".
Thursday, April 24 - The Newton Theatre presents Easton Corbin. (NEWTON, NJ) -- Country music artist Easton Corbin will perform at The Newton Theatre on Thurday, April 24, 2025 at 8:00pm. Easton has been gracing stages with his memorable baritone and unique blend of traditional and modern country music for more than a decade.
Thursday, April 24 - Get the Led Out to Play Three Nights at Scottish Rite Auditorium. (COLLINGSWOOD, NJ) -- Get the Led Out (GTLO) takes over the Scottish Rite Auditorium for shows April 24-26, 2025 at 8:00pm each night. From the bombastic and epic to the folky and mystical, GTLO has captured the essence of the recorded music of Led Zeppelin and brought it to the concert stage. The concerts are presented by the Camden County Board of Commissioners.
Friday, April 25 - 2nd Annual Raven Drum Foundation Benefit for First Responders Has All-Star Lineup and Will Honor Peter Criss of Kiss with Legacy Award. (NEW YORK, NY) -- On Friday, April 25, 2025, Raven Drum Foundation brings together an all-star lineup at NYC's famed Cutting Room to support first responders and veterans for the second year in a row. Founded in 2001 by Rick Allen, drummer of Def Leppard, and healing arts educator and musician, Lauren Monroe, Raven Drum Foundation brings musicians, health educators, and the philanthropic community together to serve the healing of first responders and veterans struggling with post-traumatic stress.
Saturday, April 26 - Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music Announces the Third Annual American Music Honors Recipients. (WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ) -- The Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music has announced the honorees of its third annual American Music Honors event, to be held Saturday, April 26, 2025 on the campus of Monmouth University in West Long Branch. The 2025 honorees are: Smokey Robinson, John Fogerty, Emmylou Harris, Tom Morello, and Joe Ely. The event begins at 8:30pm.
Saturday, April 26 - The Newton Theatre presents Home Again - A Tribute to Carole King. (NEWTON, NJ) -- Home Again is a tribute to the multi-award winning singer-songwriter Carole King. The tribute comes to The Newton Theatre on Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 8:00pm.
Saturday, April 26 - Grammy-Winning Vocal Ensemble Chanticleer to Make Rowan University Debut. (GLASSBORO, NJ) -- Rowan University's Marie Rader Series presents Chanticleer: Music of a Silent World on Saturday, April 26, 2025 at Pfleeger Concert Hall in Glassboro. Showtime is 7:30pm.
Saturday, April 26 - Pinelands Cultural Society to Hold 50th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday. (WARETOWN, NJ) -- On Saturday, April 26, 2025, the Pinelands Cultural Society (PCS) will celebrate its 50th anniversary with a special show honoring its rich musical and cultural heritage. The event will take place at the Albert Music Hall, where attendees can enjoy an evening of stories from the past as well as five live musical performances.
Sunday, April 27 - NJPAC presents R&B superstar Tyrese Gibson. (NEWARK, NJ) -- R&B superstar Tyrese Gibson will perform at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 7:00pm. He is set to deliver an unforgettable night featuring his chart-topping songs like "Sweet Lady" and "How You Gonna Act Like That." Concert goers can anticipate a memorable experience as Gibson captivates the audience with his powerful vocals and engaging stage presence.
Sunday, April 27 - North Jersey Blues Society to hold Annual Blues Competition at The Stanhope House. (STANHOPE, NJ) -- The North Jersey Blues Society presents its Annual Blues Competition on Sunday, April 27, 2025 at The Stanhope House. This lively event will showcase the incredible talents of local musicians in two categories: Band and Solo/Duo. Doors open at noon.
Sunday, April 27 - New Jersey Youth Symphony presents "Enchanting Musical Storytelling" featuring the 2025 Concerto Competition Winner. (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- The New Jersey Youth Symphony (NJYS) will present Enchanting Musical Storytelling on Sunday, April 27, 2025 at the Nicholas Music Center at Rutgers University in New Brunswick. Showtime is 8:00pm.
EVENT LISTINGS
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Wednesday, April 23 @ 7:30pm - Old Crow Medicine Show at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown
Thursday, April 24 @ 7:00pm - Yellowjackets at Bell Theater, 101 Crawfords Corner Road, Holmdel
Thursday, April 24 @ 7:30pm - Michael W. Smith: Live in Concert at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown
Thursday, April 24 @ 8:00am - Garden State Art Weekend at Middletown Arts Center, 36 Church Street, Middletown
Thursday, April 24 @ 8:00pm - Blackmore's Night with The Wizards Consort at The Colonial Theatre, 227 Bridge Street, Phoenixville
Friday, April 25 @ 10:00am - Garden State Art Weekend at Middletown Arts Center, 36 Church Street, Middletown
Friday, April 25 @ 2:00pm - Boheme Opera of New Jersey at Grunin Center - Studio Theater, 1 College Drive, Toms River
Friday, April 25 @ 7:30pm - Michael Feinstein at Kean Stage - Enlow Recital Hall, 215 North Avenue, Hillside
Friday, April 25 @ 7:30pm - Chris Trapper at Lizzie Rose Music Room, 217 E. Main Street, Tuckerton
Friday, April 25 @ 8:00pm - Josh Turner - This Country Music Thing Tour at Carteret Performing Arts Center, 46 Washington Ave, Carteret
Friday, April 25 @ 8:00pm - Clue at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown
Friday, April 25 @ 8:30pm - Patty Griffin at Outpost In The Burbs, 40 S Fullerton Ave, Montclair
Saturday, April 26 @ 11:00am - Garden State Art Weekend at Middletown Arts Center, 36 Church Street, Middletown
Saturday, April 26 @ 2:00pm - Clue at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown
Saturday, April 26 @ 2:30pm - Chamber Music Ensemble Spring Concert at Kean Stage - Enlow Recital Hall, 215 North Avenue, Hillside
Saturday, April 26 @ 4:00pm - Beatles vs. Stones - A Musical Showdown at New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC), 11 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Saturday, April 26 @ 7:00pm - That Motown Band at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood
Saturday, April 26 @ 7:30pm - Brown Sugar - Rolling Stones Tribute at Lizzie Rose Music Room, 217 E. Main Street, Tuckerton
Saturday, April 26 @ 7:30pm - An Evening with Yo-Yo Ma a Special Event at McCarter Theatre Center (Matthews Theater), 91 University Place, Princeton
Saturday, April 26 @ 8:00pm - Rod Picott/Anya Hinkle at Jersey Shore Arts Center, 66 South Main Street, Ocean Grove
Saturday, April 26 @ 8:00pm - The Great American Songbook: A Tribute to Danny Bacher at Bell Theater, 101 Crawfords Corner Road, Holmdel
Saturday, April 26 @ 8:00pm - The Fab Four - The Ultimate Tribute at Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) - Main Stage, 1601 Irving Street, Rahway
Saturday, April 26 @ 8:00pm - Beatles vs. Stones - A Musical Showdown at New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC), 11 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Saturday, April 26 @ 8:00pm - Clue at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown
Saturday, April 26 @ 8:00pm - KASHMIR Featuring Jean Violet at The Strand Center for the Arts, 400 Clifton Avenue, Lakewood
Sunday, April 27 @ 1:00pm - Garden State Art Weekend at Middletown Arts Center, 36 Church Street, Middletown
Sunday, April 27 @ 2:00pm - Clue at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown
Sunday, April 27 @ 3:00pm - An Afternoon at the Opera at Algonquin Arts Theatre, 60 Abe Voorhees, Manasquan
Sunday, April 27 @ 4:00pm - Kean University Spring Choral Concert at Kean Stage - Enlow Recital Hall, 215 North Avenue, Hillside
COMING SOON
PSO Soundtracks: #quartweets with Signum Quartet (PRINCETON, NJ) -- The award-winning string ensemble Signum Quartet revisits its 2015 #quartweet Project with an interactive talk on Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 7:00pm in the Community Room at the Princeton Public Library. Presented by the Princeton Symphony Orchestra in partnership with the Library, the talk will include an explanation of the social media-inspired #quartweet format followed by performances of the Quartet's best loved #quartweets by professional and student composers, as well as premieres of some new #quartweet compositions. The audience will have the opportunity to compose a group #quartweet and hear the music come to life.
Monmouth University's Center for the Arts presents Candlelight Spring: Tribute to Coldplay (WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ) -- Monmouth University's Center for the Arts presents Candlelight Spring: Tribute to Coldplay on Wednesday, April 30, 2025 in the Pollak Theatre. Showtime is 7:00pm.
Bruce Hornsby and yMusic present BrhyM at bergenPAC (ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Bruce Hornsby and yMusic present BrhyM at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) on Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 7:00pm. The distinctive American songwriter, pianist and three-time Grammy Award-winner is joined by yMusic, the genre-leading contemporary classical ensemble, for a performance showcasing new collaborative compositions from their critically acclaimed album Deep Sea Vents plus other favorites from Hornsby's illustrious catalog.
Signum Quartet Returns to Perform on PSO Chamber Series at Trinity Church (PRINCETON, NJ) -- The internationally known ensemble Signum Quartet returns to Princeton on Thursday, May 1, 2025 to perform on the Princeton Symphony Orchestra (PSO)'s new chamber music series at Trinity Church. Showtime is 7:00pm.
The Newton Theatre presents Jefferson Starship (NEWTON, NJ) -- Jefferson Starship brings their 50th Anniversary Tour to The Newton Theatre on Friday, May 2, 2025 at 8:00pm. One of the most successful arena rock bands of the '70s and '80s, they earned 3 platinum and 8 gold records, as well as numerous Top 40 Billboard singles. As they celebrate their 50th anniversary, the band reaches a rare milestone that only a few bands ever achieve.
Stone Pony Summer Stage presents Warren Zeiders with special guest Tyler Braden (ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- The Stone Pony Summer Stage presents Warren Zeiders with special guest Tyler Braden on Friday, May 2, 2025. Warren Zeiders is one of Country music's newest and most-promising stars. Doors are at 6:30pm, showtime is 8:00pm.
WDHA presents Ace Frehley at Starland Ballroom (SAYREVILLE, NJ) -- WDHA presents Ace Frehley on Friday, May 2, 2025 at the Starland Ballroom. Support comes from Mainline, Rahway, and Ten Ton Mojo. Doors are at 6:00pm, showtime is 7:00pm.
The Levoy Theatre presents 2U - "The World's 2nd Best U2 Show" (MILLVILLE, NJ) -- The Levoy Theatre presents 2U - a U2 tribute band on Friday, May 2, 2025. Doors are at 6:00pm, showtime is 7:00pm. They are the only U2-authentic show that's been called by Bono, "The best U2 tribute band we are aware of to date, hands down!"
New Jersey Symphony and Windborne Music Group present The Music of Led Zeppelin (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- New Jersey Symphony and Windborne Music Group present The Music of Led Zeppelin with Brent Havens conducting and Justin Sargent performing as a vocalist on the program. The performances will take place on Saturday, May 3 at 8:00pm, at bergenPAC in Englewood; and Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 3:00pm, at State Theatre New Jersey in New Brunswick.
Adelphi Orchestra presents Northern Harmonies Concert featuring Violinist Matthew Hakkarainen (RIVER EDGE, NJ) -- The Adelphi Orchestra, New Jersey's longest continuously performing orchestra, presents Northern Harmonies, a stirring concert showcasing the works of Sibelius, Grieg, and Svendsen under the baton of Maestro Kyunghun Kim. The concert takes place on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 3:00pm at the Broadway Presbyterian Church in New York City and on Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 2:00pm at the Fair Lawn Community Center in New Jersey.
The Jazz Remix at NBPAC presents Kim and Kayla Waters (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- The Jazz Remix at NBPAC presents Kim and Kayla Waters on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at the New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC). Showtime is 7:00pm.
Remember Jones presents Back to BACK TO BLACK: The Amy Winehouse Celebration at Outpost in the Burbs (MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Remember Jones presents back to BACK TO BLACK: the AMY WINEHOUSE celebration at Outpost in the Burbs on May 4, 2025 at 7:00pm (6:30pm doors). The concert will take place at the First Congregational Church (40 South Fullerton Avenue) in Montclair.
Sammy By The Sea Tribute Event Will Celebrate Sammy Davis, Jr.'s 100th Anniversary! (AVON-BY-THE-SEA, NJ) -- A memorable musical event, Sammy By The Sea, presented by producer Karen Morris of Sand Castle Communications and The Rack Pack Music Alliance, will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the multitalented, sensational performer known as Mr. Entertainment, the incomparable Sammy Davis, Jr.!
Middletown Arts Center's May MAC Music Cafe features Gabrielle Lea, Carol Lester, Keith Monacchio, and Mark Healy (MIDDLETOWN, NJ) -- Middletown Arts Center's monthly music showcase features singer-songwriters Gabrielle Lea, Carol Lester, Keith Monacchio, and Mark Healy. It takes place Sunday, May 4, 2025 from 4:00pm to 6:00pm. Admission is free with a $5 suggested donation.
Count Basie Center for the Arts presents the Gene Simmons Band (RED BANK, NJ) -- Count Basie Center for the Arts presents the Gene Simmons Band on Monday, May 5, 2025 at 7:30pm. Simmons is an international rock legend and co-founder of KISS, America’s #1 gold record award-winning group of all time in all categories (RIAA).
William Paterson University presents An Evening with Roger McGuinn (WAYNE, NJ) -- William Paterson University presents An Evening with Roger McGuinn on Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at the Shea Center for Performing Arts. This show is a love for folk music – the music that took him to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Stephane Wrembel presents Django á Gogo Music Festival in NJ and NYC (MAPLEWOOD, NJ) -- Guitarist, composer, and musical director Stephane Wrembel is proud to present the Django á Gogo Music Festival, scheduled from May 7-10, 2025 celebrating of the unparalleled music legacy of jazz guitarist and composer Django Reinhardt. The festival comprises four electrifying concerts—three at The Woodland in Maplewood, NJ. and one at Symphony Space in NYC—as well as 5-day "guitar camp."
bergenPAC presents Hollywood Nights - A Tribute to Bob Seger (ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) presents Hollywood Nights - A Tribute to Bob Seger on Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 7:00pm. This is the ultimate tribute to Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band.
Newton Theatre presents The Wailers on May 9th (NEWTON, NJ) -- The Wailers are hitting the road in 2025 to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Natural Mystic: The Legend Lives On, performing the iconic album live alongside fan favorites and tracks from their Grammy-nominated Evolution. The tour comes to The Newton Theatre on Friday, May 9, 2025 at 8:00pm.
The Newton Theatre presents Nazareth (NEWTON, NJ) -- Nazareth brings their "Bite The Bullet Tour" to The Newton Theatre on Saturday, May 10, 2025. Nazareth rose from playing the pubs, clubs and dance halls of their native Scotland to become one of the most successful rock bands in the world. Doors are at 7:00pm, showtime is 8:00pm.
Eddie Skuller to pay tribute to Tom Waits in Hoboken (HOBOKEN, NJ) -- Looking for the heart of Saturday night? Find it in Hoboken on Saturday, May 10, 2025 when the 503 Social Club presents singer/songwriter Eddie Skuller's tribute to the "Ballads of Tom Waits." Skuller explores the dark, poetic world of Tom Waits with diverse selections from his extensive catalog. Although Skuller's amber-saturated vocals contrast with Wait's raucous gravel-like voice, there is a connection channeled through the music's emotional depth and lyrical intensity. Skuller can forge a deep, powerful bond with his audience, which enhances the tragic expression at the core of Waits' music.
Capital Philharmonic of New Jersey presents a Mother's Day Family Concert (TRENTON, NJ) -- Capital Philharmonic of New Jersey presents a Mother's Day Family Concert at the New Jersey State Museum Theater on Sunday, May 11, 2025 at 3:00pm.
McCarter Theatre Center presents Béla Fleck, Antonio Sánchez, and Edmar Castañeda (PRINCETON, NJ) -- McCarter Theatre Center presents the all-star trio of Béla Fleck, Antonio Sánchez, and Edmar Castañeda, performing on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. This is a WXPN Welcomes event. Showtime is 7:30pm.
COLUMNS
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