https://newjerseystage.com Nobody covers the Arts throughout the Garden State like New Jersey Stage! en-us https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/08/passaic-county-arts-center-to-host-americas-tapestry/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/08/passaic-county-arts-center-to-host-americas-tapestry/ Thu, 08 Oct 2026 19:15:37 -0400 (HAWTHORNE, NJ) -- Passaic County Board of County Commissioners will host America's Tapestry, a nationally touring exhibition commemorating the 250th anniversary of American independence, at the Passaic County Arts Center at the John W. Rea House from October 26, 2026 through January 31, 2027. One of its thirteen panels tells a story that belongs to Passaic County.]]> art https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/08/the-lolo-show-explores-the-intersection-of-family-and-media/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/08/the-lolo-show-explores-the-intersection-of-family-and-media/ Thu, 08 Oct 2026 19:09:54 -0400 .

]]> film https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/08/lambertville-halloween-film-festival-celebrates-five-frightful-years/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/08/lambertville-halloween-film-festival-celebrates-five-frightful-years/ Thu, 08 Oct 2026 18:13:06 -0400 (LAMBERTVILLE, NJ) -- The Lambertville Halloween Film Festival (LHFF) returns for its 5th anniversary edition, October 16–18, 2026. Three days of horror, thrills and Halloween spirit kick off Friday night with the Monster Bash, the festival's opening party.]]> film https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/08/centenary-stage-companys-annual-fringe-festival-returns-in-november/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/08/centenary-stage-companys-annual-fringe-festival-returns-in-november/ Thu, 08 Oct 2026 17:59:06 -0400 (HACKETTSTOWN, NJ) -- Centenary Stage Company's annual Fringe Festival returns this November with three intimate, unconventional, and thought-provoking theatrical experiences. Featuring Too Fat for China, Ghost Dance: Picture of a Madman, and Unseen, this year's festival explores adoption, art and mental illness, and the often-unseen people who make the magic of theater possible.]]> theatre https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/08/state-theatre-new-jersey-presents-the-temptations-and-the-four-tops/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/08/state-theatre-new-jersey-presents-the-temptations-and-the-four-tops/ Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:52:56 -0400 (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents The Temptations & The Four Tops on Sunday, October 18, 2026 at 6:30pm. Two legendary Motown groups share the stage for one unforgettable night of timeless hits, smooth harmonies, and classic soul.]]> music https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/08/the-lord-stirling-theater-company-presents-almost-maine/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/08/the-lord-stirling-theater-company-presents-almost-maine/ Thu, 08 Oct 2026 15:00:38 -0400 (BASKING RIDGE, NJ) -- The Lord Stirling Theater Company will present Almost, Maine in the English Barn Theater at the Farmstead Arts Center across two weekends from October 16-25, 2026. Almost, Maine by John Cariani is a charming, heartfelt, and irresistibly whimsical comedy that explores love in all its surprising and transformative forms.]]> theatre https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/08/the-love-of-soul-tour-comes-to-prudential-center-on-may-22nd/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/08/the-love-of-soul-tour-comes-to-prudential-center-on-may-22nd/ Thu, 08 Oct 2026 11:46:22 -0400 (NEWARK, NJ) -- GRAMMY® Award-winning vocal powerhouse, Fantasia Barrino, brings the Love of Soul Tour to Prudential Center on May 22, 2027 at 8:00pm with Anthony Hamilton and October London. The evening will showcase the signature sounds and celebrated hits of three chart-topping artists, promising a memorable night of live entertainment.]]> music https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/08/wharton-arts-launches-202627-season-under-new-president-and-ceo-carol-chickering-burden/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/08/wharton-arts-launches-202627-season-under-new-president-and-ceo-carol-chickering-burden/ Thu, 08 Oct 2026 11:35:06 -0400 (BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ) -- Wharton Arts, a leading provider of community music and creative youth development in New Jersey, has launched its 2026–27 Fall/Winter season under the leadership of new President & CEO Carol Chickering Burden.]]> music https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/08/def-leppard-goo-goo-dolls-and-the-struts-to-play-shows-in-nj-nyc-and-philly-in-2027/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/08/def-leppard-goo-goo-dolls-and-the-struts-to-play-shows-in-nj-nyc-and-philly-in-2027/ Thu, 08 Oct 2026 11:02:00 -0400 (NEWARK, NJ) -- Global icons and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees Def Leppard will tour in 2027 with 4-time GRAMMY-nominated band Goo Goo Dolls and very special guests The Struts. The 45-date tour includes shows at the Prudential Center in Newark (March 13), Madison Square Garden in NYC (June 23) and Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia (June 27, 2027).]]> music https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/08/bergen-countys-art-in-the-park-takes-place-on-saturday/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/08/bergen-countys-art-in-the-park-takes-place-on-saturday/ Thu, 08 Oct 2026 10:41:45 -0400 (PARAMUS, NJ)  -- Bergen County has announced the 61st Annual Art in the Park, a free outdoor art exhibit and concert that showcases the vibrant and diverse artistic talent across the region. The free event will take place on Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 11:00am to 3:30pm at Van Saun County Park in Paramus.]]> art https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/08/NJ-Stage-Daily-Recap-10-08-26 https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/08/NJ-Stage-Daily-Recap-10-08-26 Thu, 08 Oct 2026 08:55:59 -0400 Here is the morning update from New Jersey's arts newswire. We regularly publish between 8-15 new articles and news reports each day. Nobody covers the Arts throughout the Garden State like New Jersey Stage!]]> community https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/07/the-newton-theatre-presents-all-you-need-is-john-the-music-of-john-lennon/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/07/the-newton-theatre-presents-all-you-need-is-john-the-music-of-john-lennon/ Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:35:06 -0400 (NEWTON, NJ) -- All You Need is John - The Music of John Lennon comes to The Newton Theatre on Thursday, February 11, 2027 at 8:00pm. This show celebrates his music from The Beatles, through his astonishing solo work.]]> music https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/07/soho-international-film-festival-to-world-premiere-jesus-land-on-october-12th/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/07/soho-international-film-festival-to-world-premiere-jesus-land-on-october-12th/ Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:21:18 -0400 (NEW YORK, NY) -- Jesus Land, written and directed by Saila Kariat, will have its World Premiere on Monday, October 12, 2026 at the 2026 SOHO International Film Festival (SIFFNYC). The film, which stars Juliette Lewis and Ella Anderson, will screen as the Closing Night film at Regal Union Square Theater 12 as the festival heads into its October 13 Awards Gala. Showtime is 8:30pm.]]> film https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/07/atlantic-city-ballet-to-make-hard-rock-hotel-and-casino-debut-with-dracula/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/07/atlantic-city-ballet-to-make-hard-rock-hotel-and-casino-debut-with-dracula/ Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:59:24 -0400 (ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- For the first time, Atlantic City Ballet's Dracula comes to Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City on Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Sound Waves. The performance welcomes audiences ages five and older for a wickedly unforgettable start to Halloween weekend. Guests are invited to dress up and enter the costume contest, with prizes awarded at the show. Showtime is 7:00pm.]]> dance https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/07/new-jersey-rock-bands-of-the-80s-90s-and-00s-by-michael-gilligan/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/07/new-jersey-rock-bands-of-the-80s-90s-and-00s-by-michael-gilligan/ Wed, 07 Oct 2026 16:52:39 -0400 Between 1980 and 2010, Garden State music transformed from the soul-infused "Jersey Sound" into a worldwide powerhouse for stadium rock, indie rock, thrash metal, and hardcore. From the bars of the Shore to the basements of New Brunswick, thousands of bands emerged. New Jersey Rock: Bands of the '80s, '90s, and '00s by Michael Gilligan. tries to list them all!]]> books https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/07/temple-emeths-jewish-experiential-museum-presents-carol-hamoy-alternative-histories/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/07/temple-emeths-jewish-experiential-museum-presents-carol-hamoy-alternative-histories/ Wed, 07 Oct 2026 16:26:27 -0400 (TEANECK, NJ) -- Temple Emeth's Jewish Experiential Museum is delighted to announce its upcoming exhibition, Carol Hamoy: Alternative Histories showcasing the evocative works of artist Carol Hamoy. The exhibition opens on Friday, October 23, 2026, with a reception following Shabbat services that begin at 8:00pm. On Sunday, November 15, beginning at 1:00pm, Hamoy will give a presentation focusing on the trajectory of her work.]]> art https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/07/picture-middlesex-county-contest-returns-for-fall-2026/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/07/picture-middlesex-county-contest-returns-for-fall-2026/ Wed, 07 Oct 2026 15:57:13 -0400 Middlesex County's popular photo contest, Picture Middlesex County, is back for the fall season, inviting residents to showcase life and nature across Middlesex County through photography and videography. Submissions will be accepted until Thursday, November 19, 2026. The winning photos and videos, selected by a panel of judges, will be publicly displayed at future County events and featured in marketing materials.]]> art https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/07/four-great-concerts-coming-to-mpac-this-fall/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/07/four-great-concerts-coming-to-mpac-this-fall/ Wed, 07 Oct 2026 14:40:53 -0400 (MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- This fall, four acts that defined the sound of the 80s, 90s and beyond take the Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) stage this Fall. Four concerts, four different genres, but one common theme: enduring music, performed live and as powerful as ever. Toad the Wet Sprocket strips their alt-rock radio staples down to an intimate acoustic set. The Mavericks come together for a heartfelt tribute to the late Raul Maolo, the voice behind their legendary sound. Geoff Tate, the voice of Queensryche, performs the progressive metal landmark Operation: Mindcrime in its entirety. And 10,000 Maniacs continue to deliver the poetic, lush songs that took them from college-radio royalty to the top of the charts.]]> music https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/07/montclair-art-museum-announces-fall-fundraiser-art-uncorked/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/07/montclair-art-museum-announces-fall-fundraiser-art-uncorked/ Wed, 07 Oct 2026 12:17:07 -0400 (MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- The Montclair Art Museum (MAM) has announced the return of Art Uncorked on Friday, November 6, 2026. The Museum's signature fall fundraiser combines an unforgettable cocktail party with a curated silent art auction. Inspired by the Pacific Northwest, this year's event features exceptional wines and craft beers from the region paired with market hall fare, alongside artwork from 40 celebrated artists across a wide range of price points.]]> community https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/07/the-theater-project-to-present-a-reading-of-domestic-blitz-on-october-17th/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/07/the-theater-project-to-present-a-reading-of-domestic-blitz-on-october-17th/ Wed, 07 Oct 2026 11:32:59 -0400 (CRANFORD, NJ) -- Domestic Blitz, Stephanie Griffin's farce about exhausting family dynamics, is up next in The Theater Project's 2026 New Play Readings series and scheduled on Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Cranford Community Center's 110-seat theater. Admission is free, with no registration required. The event begins at 2:00pm.]]> theatre https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/07/makin-waves-with-vicki-peterson-and-john-cowsill-connections/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/07/makin-waves-with-vicki-peterson-and-john-cowsill-connections/ Wed, 07 Oct 2026 09:47:38 -0400 Friends since 1978 and married since 2003, Vicki Peterson of The Bangles and John Cowsill of The Cowsills are touring in support of "Long After the Fire," their debut as a duo in tribute to its composers, John's late brothers, Bill and Barry. Bob Makin talks with both in the Makin Waves Interview of the Month. ]]> music https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/07/NJ-Stage-Daily-Recap-10-07-26 https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/07/NJ-Stage-Daily-Recap-10-07-26 Wed, 07 Oct 2026 08:34:02 -0400 Here is the morning update from New Jersey's arts newswire. We regularly publish between 8-15 new articles and news reports each day. Nobody covers the Arts throughout the Garden State like New Jersey Stage!]]> community https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/events-this-week-in-new-jersey-from-october-6-12-2026/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/events-this-week-in-new-jersey-from-october-6-12-2026/ Tue, 06 Oct 2026 20:14:09 -0400 Here is a look at upcoming events taking place from October 6-12, 2026 along with our featured listings. New Jersey Stage offers previews of events throughout the Garden State as well as select shows in New York City and Philadelphia areas.]]> community https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/uncle-vinnies-comedy-club-presents-chris-kattan/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/uncle-vinnies-comedy-club-presents-chris-kattan/ Tue, 06 Oct 2026 19:58:06 -0400 (POINT PLEASANT, NJ) -- Uncle Vinnie's Comedy Club presents Chris Kattan on Friday, October 9-10, 2026. Chris is best known as one of the longest serving cast members on NBC's Saturday Night Live.]]> comedy https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/this-week-in-music-previews-for-concerts-from-october-6-12-2026/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/this-week-in-music-previews-for-concerts-from-october-6-12-2026/ Tue, 06 Oct 2026 18:33:49 -0400 Here is a look at shows taking place from October 6-12, 2026 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.]]> music https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/william-paterson-universitys-jazz-room-series-presents-bill-charlap-christian-mcbride-kenny-washington-supertrio-on-sunday/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/william-paterson-universitys-jazz-room-series-presents-bill-charlap-christian-mcbride-kenny-washington-supertrio-on-sunday/ Tue, 06 Oct 2026 18:25:44 -0400 (WAYNE, NJ) -- William Paterson University's Jazz Room Series presents Bill Charlap, Christian McBride, Kenny Washington Supertrio on Sunday, October 11, 2026 at the Shea Center for Performing Arts. Showtime is 3:00pm.]]> music https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/the-vogel-presents-straight-to-hell-the-clash-tribute-on-sunday/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/the-vogel-presents-straight-to-hell-the-clash-tribute-on-sunday/ Tue, 06 Oct 2026 18:15:23 -0400 (RED BANK, NJ) -- Straight to Hell: The Clash Tribute will perform at The Vogel on Sunday, October 11, 2026 at 7:00pm. Here's your chance to hear some of the best punk rock songs in history live on stage.]]> music https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/avenel-pac-presents-vicki-peterson-and-john-cowsill/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/avenel-pac-presents-vicki-peterson-and-john-cowsill/ Tue, 06 Oct 2026 18:06:39 -0400 (AVENEL, NJ) -- Vicki Peterson and John Cowsill will perform at the Avenel Performing Arts Center on Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at 7:30pm.]]> music https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/the-levoy-theatre-presents-classic-stones-live-on-friday/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/the-levoy-theatre-presents-classic-stones-live-on-friday/ Tue, 06 Oct 2026 17:58:56 -0400 (MILLVILLE, NJ) -- The Levoy Theatre presents Classic Stones Live on Friday, October 9, 2026 at 8:00pm. Tickets range from $32-$40.]]> music https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/worlds-best-short-films-to-screen-at-scottish-rite-auditorium/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/worlds-best-short-films-to-screen-at-scottish-rite-auditorium/ Tue, 06 Oct 2026 17:46:15 -0400 (COLLINGSWOOD, NJ) -- Asbury Shorts USA in association with The Garden State Film Festival presents World's Best Short Films on Thursday, October 15, 2026 at the Scottish Rite Auditorium.  Showtime is 7:00pm.]]> film https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/hacpacs-gallery-hosts-opening-reception-for-towards-the-future-on-thursday/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/hacpacs-gallery-hosts-opening-reception-for-towards-the-future-on-thursday/ Tue, 06 Oct 2026 17:37:19 -0400 (HACKENSACK, NJ) -- The public is invited to attend the opening reception of Towards the Future, a colorful and mesmerizing solo exhibition of works by artist, Gustavo Rojas, on Thursday October 8, 2026 from 6:00pm-9:00pm in The Ruth Bauer Neustadter Gallery at HACPAC. Admission is free. ]]> art https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/this-week-in-theatre-previews-for-plays-taking-place-october-6-12-2026/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/this-week-in-theatre-previews-for-plays-taking-place-october-6-12-2026/ Tue, 06 Oct 2026 17:26:07 -0400 Here are previews of plays taking place from October 6-12, 2026 including a look at productions currently being presented and those coming soon. New Jersey Stage covers Equity, community, college, and high school theatre. Check back every week for the weekly theatre preview.]]> theatre https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/zombies-comedy-and-costume-contest-come-to-hackensack-on-october-17th/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/zombies-comedy-and-costume-contest-come-to-hackensack-on-october-17th/ Tue, 06 Oct 2026 17:10:05 -0400 (HACKENSACK, NJ) -- North Jersey's award-winning improv comedy troupe, Howdy Stranger, brings its annual Halloween show to the Hackensack Performing Arts Center (HACPAC) on Saturday, October 17, 2026 at 8:00pm. Audience members are encouraged to dress in costumes for fun or to enter the evening's costume contest for a chance to win a prize.]]> comedy https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/centenary-stage-companys-nextstage-repertory-presents-ms-holmes-and-ms-watson-apt-2b/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/centenary-stage-companys-nextstage-repertory-presents-ms-holmes-and-ms-watson-apt-2b/ Tue, 06 Oct 2026 17:00:48 -0400 (HACKETTSTOWN, NJ) -- Centenary Stage Company's NEXTstage Repertory brings Kate Hamill's darkly comic and contemporary reimagining of the classic detective duo, Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson - Apt. 2B, to the Sitnik Theatre of the Lackland Performing Arts Center from October 15–25, 2026.]]> theatre https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/two-river-theater-presents-stir-by-melinda-lopez-and-joel-perez/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/two-river-theater-presents-stir-by-melinda-lopez-and-joel-perez/ Tue, 06 Oct 2026 16:51:48 -0400 (RED BANK, NJ) -- Two River Theater presents Stir by Melinda Lopez & Joel Perez from October 31 to November 22, 2026. Join them in the kitchen as two siblings piece together their mother's beloved black bean recipe. Secrets simmer and memories are on the menu as they reconnect from across the country. ]]> theatre https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/country-gate-players-presents-the-legend-of-sleepy-hollow/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/country-gate-players-presents-the-legend-of-sleepy-hollow/ Tue, 06 Oct 2026 16:36:16 -0400 (BELVIDERE, NJ) -- Country Gate Players presents The Legend of Sleepy Hollow across two weekends from October 24 to November 1, 2026. Welcome to the quite little village of Sleepy Hollow... where old legends have a way of coming to life.]]> theatre https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/josh-farleys-magic-across-america-show-comes-to-montville-on-saturday/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/josh-farleys-magic-across-america-show-comes-to-montville-on-saturday/ Tue, 06 Oct 2026 16:27:23 -0400 (MONTVILLE, NJ) -- Award-winning illusionist Josh Farley brings his Magic Across America show to The Barn Theatre in Montville on Saturday, October 10, 2026 at 8:00pm.]]> community https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/16th-annual-tri-state-theatre-festival-to-take-place-november-6-8/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/16th-annual-tri-state-theatre-festival-to-take-place-november-6-8/ Tue, 06 Oct 2026 16:19:10 -0400 (SPRING LAKE, NJ) -- South Street Players presents the 16th Annual Tri-State Theatre Festival from November 6-8, 2026. Produced by Rob Sullivan, the festival showcases the best new short plays written by local writers from New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania.]]> theatre https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/phoenix-productions-presents-parade/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/phoenix-productions-presents-parade/ Tue, 06 Oct 2026 16:11:54 -0400 (RED BANK, NJ) -- Phoenix Productions presents Parade at Count Basie Center for the Arts from November 6-8, 2026. The tragic, true story of the trial and lynching of a man wrongly accused of murder is brought to theatrical life.]]> theatre https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/playhouse-22-presents-working/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/playhouse-22-presents-working/ Tue, 06 Oct 2026 16:04:23 -0400 (EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- Playhouse 22 presents Working weekends from November 6-22, 2026. Based on Studs Terkel's best-selling book of interviews with American workers, Working paints a vivid portrait of the workers that the world so often takes for granted: the schoolteacher, the phone operator, the waitress, the millworker, the mason, and the housewife, just to name a few.]]> theatre https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/the-kelsey-theatre-and-in-deaths-company-present-evil-dead-the-musical/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/the-kelsey-theatre-and-in-deaths-company-present-evil-dead-the-musical/ Tue, 06 Oct 2026 15:54:29 -0400 (WEST WINDSOR, NJ) -- The Kelsey Theatre and In Death's Company present Evil Dead, the Musical weekends from October 23 to November 1, 2026 at The Kelsey Theatre. The classic cult films come to life on stage in one of the craziest, funniest and bloodiest theatrical experiences of all time.]]> theatre https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/music-mountain-theatre-presents-its-a-wonderful-life-the-musical/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/music-mountain-theatre-presents-its-a-wonderful-life-the-musical/ Tue, 06 Oct 2026 15:42:21 -0400 (LAMBERTVILLE, NJ) -- Music Mountain Theatre presents It's a Wonderful Life: The Musical weekends from October 23 to November 15, 2026. Step into the heartwarming world of Bedford Falls, where George Bailey dreams of escaping his small town but instead dedicates his life to helping others.]]> theatre https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/broadway-theatre-of-pitman-has-tributes-to-abba-aerosmith-springsteen-and-duprees-this-weekend/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/broadway-theatre-of-pitman-has-tributes-to-abba-aerosmith-springsteen-and-duprees-this-weekend/ Tue, 06 Oct 2026 15:33:09 -0400 (PITMAN, NJ) -- Music takes over The Broadway Theatre of Pitman this weekend with tributes to ABBA on Thursday, Aerosmith on Friday, Bruce Springsteen on Saturday, and the Duprees on Sunday.]]> music https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/cumberland-players-presents-the-pillowman/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/cumberland-players-presents-the-pillowman/ Tue, 06 Oct 2026 11:33:27 -0400 (VINELAND, NJ) -- Cumberland Players presents The Pillowman across two weekends from November 6-15, 2026. With echoes of Stoppard, Kafka and the Brothers Grimm, The Pillowman centers on a writer in an unnamed totalitarian state who is being interrogated about his gruesome short stories and their similarities to a series of child murders.]]> theatre https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/the-village-playbox-presents-the-philadelphia-story/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/the-village-playbox-presents-the-philadelphia-story/ Tue, 06 Oct 2026 11:14:01 -0400 (HADDON HEIGHTS, NJ) -- The Village Playbox presents The Philadelphia Story by Philip Barry across three weekends from November 6-21, 2026 at the First Presbyterian Church of Haddon Heights. This smash Broadway comedy, about an eventful wedding weekend at the estate of a wealthy American family, inspired an Oscar-winning film and the hit musical High Society.]]> theatre https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/the-players-guild-of-leonia-presents-drill-hall-spooktacular/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/the-players-guild-of-leonia-presents-drill-hall-spooktacular/ Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:56:28 -0400 (LEONIA, NJ) -- The Players Guild of Leonia presents Drill Hall Spooktacular from October 23-25, 2026. Directed by Ellyn Essig, the showcase features seven original short one-act plays written by local author.]]> theatre https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/rutgers-theater-announces-2026-27-season/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/rutgers-theater-announces-2026-27-season/ Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:38:38 -0400 (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- The Rutgers mainstage theater season opens later this month with Federico García Lorca's The House of Bernarda Alba. The drama, adapted by Chay Yew, explores repression, family, and desire as five daughters struggle under the strict rule of their domineering mother following the death of their father. The House of Bernarda Alba runs at Philip J. Levin Theater from October 23-31, 2026.]]> theatre https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/bergen-county-players-to-present-dracula-a-comedy-of-terrors/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/bergen-county-players-to-present-dracula-a-comedy-of-terrors/ Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:20:53 -0400 (ORADELL, NJ) -- Bergen County Players (BCP) opens its Halloween season with Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors, a fast-paced comic retelling of Bram Stoker’s classic by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen. Directed by Perry Award-winner Ray Yucis, the show runs at the Little Firehouse Theatre in Oradell from October 24 through November 14, 2026.]]> theatre https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/albert-music-hall-to-celebrate-fall-with-annual-harvest-hootenanny-on-sunday/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/albert-music-hall-to-celebrate-fall-with-annual-harvest-hootenanny-on-sunday/ Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:06:28 -0400 (WARETOWN, NJ) -- Albert Music Hall will celebrate the fall season with its annual Harvest Hootenanny on Sunday, October 11, 2026, bringing an afternoon of Country, Folk, Bluegrass and more to the Jersey Pines. Doors open at 1:00pm with music beginning at 2:00pm.]]> music https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/brad-upton-to-kick-off-new-comedy-series-at-stocktonpac-on-october-17th/ https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles3/2026/10/06/brad-upton-to-kick-off-new-comedy-series-at-stocktonpac-on-october-17th/ Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:58:36 -0400 .

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