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Top 15 Most Read Stories At New Jersey Stage from October 25-31, 2026

Here's a look at the top 15 most read articles published on New Jersey Stage from October 25-31, 2026. Each week we publish at least 70 articles, including original columns and features, promoting events and covering arts news taking place throughout the state and nearby areas like Philadelphia and New York City. This week's top 15 includes articles from 6 counties in New Jersey (Bergen, Essex, Mercer, Monmouth, Ocean, and Union).




 

Monty Alexander at Kean Stage

by Andrew Schinder
published 2026-11-01

Monty Alexander grew to become one of the most legendary pianists in jazz, in part, by marrying the pleasure points of two musical worlds. A native of Kingston, Jamaica, Alexander grew up listening to the island's celebrated local music – reggae, calypso, folk. At the same time, he became a huge jazz fan at an early age, influenced by his music enthusiast parents, and was sure to catch heroes, Louis Armstrong and Nat King Cole, whenever they crossed the Caribbean into Jamaica. By blending Jamaica's native sounds with traditional American swing, Alexander became an icon, creating a unique -- and irresistible -- take on jazz music.



U.K. Folk Trio, The Longest Johns, to Perform at The Vogel

(RED BANK, NJ) -- U.K. folk trio The Longest Johns will perform at the Vogel on Sunday, November 8, 2026. They are are known the world over for their rollicking harmonies and raucous energy, blowing new wind into the sails of traditional sea shanties and work songs. They are on a U.S. tour to support their latest release End of the Earth. Showtime is 7:00pm.



New Jersey Stage: Daily Edition 10-31-26

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!





Princeton Symphony Orchestra Remembers Richard Tang Yuk

(PRINCETON, NJ) -- Princeton Symphony Orchestra (PSO) fondly remembers one of the founders of the Princeton Festival who passed away on Friday, October 23, 2026. Richard Tang Yuk was Artistic and Executive Director of the Princeton Festival from its inception in 2004 until 2020. A native of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, he was a Licentiate of the Royal Schools of Music (UK) with degrees in conducting from the Mannes College of Music and the Indiana University, Jacobs School of Music.



 

 

SOPAC Announces Full Season 21 Kids + Family Lineup, Featuring First-Ever Sensory-Friendly Performance

(SOUTH ORANGE, NJ) -- South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC) has announced the full lineup of Kids + Family programming for Season 21, offering families across the SOMA community and beyond a season full of reasons to Be Here together. From beloved storybook classics to live music made just for young audiences, this year's Kids + Family series is one of SOPAC's most robust yet, and for the first time, it includes a dedicated Sensory-Friendly performance.



Grand Kyiv Ballet presents Swan Lake: Symphony of Lights at the Rosen Performing Arts Center

(WAYNE, NJ) -- Grand Kyiv Ballet presents Swan Lake: Symphony of Lights at the Rosen Performing Arts Center on Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at 7:00pm. For over a century, Swan Lake has stood as one of the most cherished treasures of classical ballet. Its sweeping Tchaikovsky score, timeless choreography, and iconic white swans have captured hearts across generations...



Westfield Garden State Plaza to Blend Musical Nostalgia with Today's Hits at Annual Big Santa Celebration

(PARAMUS, NJ) -- Westfield Garden State Plaza, a destination for fashion, dining, and entertainment located in Bergen County, is ushering in the holiday spirit with iconic musical groups from the 80's, 90's, 00's and today at its annual Big Santa celebration taking place Sunday, November 22, 2026. The lineup includes Ryan Cabrera, All-4-One, TKA, Spice Wannabe, and JYT.



Princeton Folk Music Society presents Kate Taylor

(PRINCETON, NJ) — The Princeton Folk Music Society presents Kate Taylor on Friday, November 20, 2026 in an evening of upbeat and bubbling song filled with enthusiasm and love. The concert takes place at Christ Congregation Church in Princeton. Showtime is 8:00pm. A livestream option is available as well.



"Directors' Commentary" to have NJ Premiere at SModcastle Film Festival

(ATLANTIC HIGHLANDS, NJ) -- After its world premiere at Dances With Films LA (DWFLA), one of the nation's leading indie film festivals, Directors' Commentary will have its New Jersey Premiere at SModcastle Film Festival, hosted by filmmaker Kevin Smith. The film will screen on Sunday, November 8, 2026 at 12:00pm.





 

 



LATEST COLUMNS

Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Big Black Car" by Part Time Baby

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Big Black Car" from "My Island," the third album from Jersey rocker Part Time Baby, aka singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Mike Goldstein.




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 10/29/2026

"I heard you're coming to The December 6 Christmas party only because I'm playing," laughed Dave Keyes as he discussed his upcoming gigs at The Lizzie Rose Music Room on October 24, Jamey's House of Music in Lansdowne, PA on Halloween and the Jersey Shore Jazz & Blues Foundation's holiday party on the aforementioned December 6 at McCloone's Supper Club in Asbury Park, NJ. "It's gonna be a hell of a band, Bernard (Purdie) is playing drums and Mike Merritt from Conan O'Brien's show is playing bass and Arthur Nielson from Shemekia's (Copeland) band is gonna play guitar so it should be a fun soiree as they say and then I have a gig with Benny Turner down at Jamey's so I've got some interesting stuff coming up." 




Makin Waves Song of the Week: "If the World Is Ending" by Renee Maskin

Beloved Asbury Park singer-songwriter Renee Maskin recently dropped "If the World Is Ending," her fifth LP since 2022.




This Week in Music

Here is a look at shows taking place this week 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


 




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FREESTYLE

FREESTYLE TAKEOVER 3

 Saturday, November 07, 2026 @ 7:00pm
Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center
46 Washington Ave, Carteret, NJ

Starring Cynthia, The Jets, George Lamond, Johnny O, Nyasia, Denine and hosted by Dom G! Freaturing Dare Goes Da DJzz. After-Party available for additional fee. (Must purchase a show ticket to buy the After Party ticket)

 
New

New Jersey Symphony presents Rick Steves' Europe: A Symphonic Journey

 Saturday, November 07, 2026 @ 2:00pm
Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC)
100 South Street, Morristown, NJ

Rick Steves host
Nicholas Hersh conductor
New Jersey Symphony

 
It's

It's a Family Affair, the play

 There are multiple performances including:

Saturday, November 07, 2026 @ 3:00pm
Avenel Performing Arts Center
150 Avenel Street, Avenel, NJ

Get ready to be part of an extraordinary theatrical experience. PHP, Arts & Entertainment presents It’s a Family Affair—a play like no other, and we want you to be there! 🎉

 
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Spyro

Spyro Gyra

 There are multiple performances including:

Saturday, November 07, 2026 @ 5:00pm
Hamilton Stage at Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC)
360 Hamilton Avenue, Rahway, NJ

WBGO presents All That Jazz concert series, a unique series showcasing some of the genre’s most talented and respected performers, featuring the return of 13-time Grammy nominated band Spyro Gyra, back by popular demand! This series is a partnership between WBGO, UCPAC, and Smooth Jazz NJ.

 
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Vivid

Vivid Stage presents The Flip Side

 There are multiple performances including:

Saturday, November 07, 2026 @ 8:00pm
Madison Community Center
10 Kings Road, Madison, NJ

The Flip Side offers our unique spin on short-form improv, taking audience input to create instant scenes that are both unexpected and hilarious.

 
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