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Misfits Theatre Company presents "Murder Me Always"

(HOLMDEL, NJ) -- Misfits Theatre Company presents a limited engagement of Murder Me Always, a rollicking comedy murder mystery written by Lee Mueller, directed by Dennis Connors, and stage managed by Angela Ronan. The production runs for two performances only (April 18-19, 2026) at Villas of Holmdel.



 

Rutgers University-Camden presents "Little Women, the Musical"

(CAMDEN, NJ) -- The Department of Visual, Media, and Performing Arts at Rutgers University–Camden presents Little Women, the Musical across two weekends from April 9-18, 2026. Inspired by Louisa May Alcott's cherished novel, this musical tells the story of Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy March as they come of age in 19th century Massachusetts, facing challenges of love, loss, and fresh starts.



Theatre Philadelphia presents The 9th Annual Philly Theatre Week

(PHILADELPHIA, PA) -- Theatre Philadelphia presents the return of Philly Theatre Week, running from April 23 - May 3, 2026. This 10-day celebration will feature close to 50 events, with a lineup showcasing the dynamic and diverse theatre community of the Greater Philadelphia region through full-scale productions, workshops, interactive events, and more.



Trenton Film Society presents a Regional Documentary Film Festival

(TRENTON, NJ) -- The Trenton Film Society presents a Regional Documentary Film Festival on Friday, May 1, and Saturday, May 2, 2026 at the Mill Hill Playhouse. Screenings are scheduled at 6:30pm on Friday and noon, 3:00pm, and 6:00pm on Saturday, followed by a reception and awards ceremony.



Algonquin Arts Theatre presents "Pippin"

(MANASQUAN, NJ) -- Algonquin Arts Theatre is proud to announce the full cast for its upcoming production of Pippin, running May 8–17, 2026. From Stephen Schwartz, the renowned creator of Wicked, comes a dazzling and thought-provoking musical about a young man's journey to find purpose.






Billy Ocean LIVE! at Kean Stage

by Spotlight Central
published 2026-04-10

Spotlight Central and Love Imagery have photos and a recap of Billy Ocean at Kean Stage on April 2, 2026.



Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Make This World Stand Still" by Lisa Bouchelle feat. Amanda Shires

by Bob Makin
published 2026-04-10

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Make This World Stand Still" from Trenton-bred roots/country songstress Lisa Bouchelle's forthcoming album, "Vandals, Thieves & Lovers."



New Jersey Stage: Daily Edition 04-10-26

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!





Jersey Arts Podcast: Pearls of Wisdom with Violin Virtuoso Itzhak Perlman

by Gina Marie Rodriguez, JerseyArts.com
published 2026-04-09

Today, we are speaking with the legendary violin virtuoso, Itzhak Perlman. Winner of four Emmy Awards, sixteen Grammys, including a Lifetime Achievement Award, a Kennedy Center Honor and the Presidential Medal of Freedom, Perlman is a superstar! A status, rarely afforded to classical musicians. He is beloved the world over for his talent, charm, and humanitarian efforts.



Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 04/09/2026

by Danny Coleman
published 2026-04-09

"It's not long enough but it's a pretty good run of shows. I haven't done a tour like this in about three years, even though it feels like yesterday, I haven't done a tour like this in a long time," laughed multi instrumentalist Hunter Hayes shortly before his two recent New Jersey shows at the Newton Theatre and The Stone Pony in Asbury Park. "I am thoroughly looking forward to it, I have been looking forward to doing a tour like this since "Evergreen" started coming together, you know, coming to life; "Evergreen" has been an eight to ten year process, depending on where you want to start, it's a pretty good run of shows and I'm really excited about it."







 

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NJPAC

NJPAC presents a Spring Season of Jazz

(NEWARK, NJ) -- New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents a Spring Season of Jazz with free monthly jazz jams at Clement's Place and two special concert events inside the Victoria Theater. This series, running from September through June, is co-presented by NJPAC's Jazz Advisory Committee and Rutgers University–Newark's Institute of Jazz Studies (IJS). Immerse yourself in the relaxing sounds of jazz music that stimulate the players’ and listeners' minds.



PBS'

PBS' Independent Lens Launches 20th Season of Free Pop-Up Screening Series in Teaneck and Nationwide

(TEANECK, NJ) -- The award-winning PBS documentary series, INDEPENDENT LENS, presents the launch of the upcoming season of Indie Lens Pop-Up in partnership with the Teaneck International Film Festival and the Puffin Cultural Forum. The season kicks-off on February 4, 2026 with The Librarians and continues through May. The series is free for all but sign up is required.



State

State Theatre New Jersey presents The Sound Studio Series 2026

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey proudly presents The Sound Studio Series, an immersive musical experience that places concertgoers at the very heart of the performance. Held in STNJ's intimate Studio space, limited to just 80 attendees, The Sound Studio Series features a dynamic mix of both classical and rock performances. Each concert concludes with an exclusive post-show meet-and-greet with the artists, offering fans a rare opportunity to connect directly with the performers. Tickets for the series are $20-$30.



Morven

Morven Museum & Garden's Grand Homes & Gardens returns with a new series for America's 250th

(PRINCETON, NJ) -- Morven Museum & Garden's popular speaker series Grand Homes & Gardens returns for 2026. Coinciding with the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, Freedom at Home: Telling the Full Story of America's Founding Homes and Gardens examines four estates belonging to five signers of the Declaration: William Paca, Richard Henry Lee, Francis Lightfoot Lee, Thomas Jefferson, and Arthur Middleton.



Faith

Faith and Frosting Collide in "The Cake" at Bergen County Players

(ORADELL, NJ) -- Enjoy a touching and topical dramedy as love clashes with conscience in Bergen County Players' (BCP) production of The Cake. The play, written by Bekah Brunstetter, producer/writer for the hit TV series This Is Us, is directed by Carol Fisher of Teaneck. It opens March 14 and runs through April 11, 2026 at the Little Firehouse Theatre in Oradell.












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Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Make This World Stand Still" by Lisa Bouchelle feat. Amanda Shires

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Make This World Stand Still" from Trenton-bred roots/country songstress Lisa Bouchelle's forthcoming album, "Vandals, Thieves & Lovers."




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 04/09/2026

"It's not long enough but it's a pretty good run of shows. I haven't done a tour like this in about three years, even though it feels like yesterday, I haven't done a tour like this in a long time," laughed multi instrumentalist Hunter Hayes shortly before his two recent New Jersey shows at the Newton Theatre and The Stone Pony in Asbury Park. "I am thoroughly looking forward to it, I have been looking forward to doing a tour like this since "Evergreen" started coming together, you know, coming to life; "Evergreen" has been an eight to ten year process, depending on where you want to start, it's a pretty good run of shows and I'm really excited about it."




BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 4/6/26

Lazlo, founder of BlowUpRadio.com (an online radio station based around New Jersey artists), shines a light on some of the many new releases from NJ based musicians each week with this column. This week Lazlo takes a look at new releases by Ali Zanders, Sam Tunkel, Brian Westervelt, Jay Ingstrup, A Halo Called Fred, Damfino, Regency Club, and Night Windows. Plus a look back at "This American Life" by Diego Allessandro.








UPCOMING EVENTS
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The Moth: The Art and Craft of Storytelling

Saturday, April 11, 2026 @ 8:00pm
Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) Morristown, NJ

 

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Sugar Mountain - Celebrating the Genius of Neil Young

Saturday, April 11, 2026 @ 7:30pm
Lizzie Rose Music Room Tuckerton, NJ

 

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Tito Puente Jr.

Saturday, April 11, 2026 @ 7:30pm
Kean Stage - Wilkins Theatre Union, NJ

 

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The Bald Soprano

Saturday, April 11, 2026 @ 7:30pm
Kean Stage - Bauer Boucher Theatre Center Union, NJ

 

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The Bald Soprano

Saturday, April 11, 2026 @ 2:00pm
Kean Stage - Bauer Boucher Theatre Center Union, NJ

 

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Angélique Kidjo

Saturday, April 11, 2026 @ 7:30pm
McCarter Theatre Center (Matthews Theatre) Princeton, NJ

 

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Outpost in the Burbs and Montclair Film present In Spite of Ourselves: The Music of John Prine

Saturday, April 11, 2026 @ 8:00pm
Outpost In The Burbs Montclair, NJ

 

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NJ Ballet Free Public Performance

Saturday, April 11, 2026 @ 2:00pm
Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) - Main Stage Rahway, NJ

 

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The Comeuppance

Saturday, April 11, 2026 @ 2:00pm
McCarter Theatre Center (Berlind Theatre) Princeton, NJ

 

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The Comeuppance

Saturday, April 11, 2026 @ 8:00pm
McCarter Theatre Center (Berlind Theatre) Princeton, NJ

 

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Indian Heritage and Cultural Association - Nritya Darpan 2026

Saturday, April 11, 2026 @ 6:00pm
New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC) New Brunswick, NJ

 

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MAC Antique, Vintage, & Collectibles Marketplace

Saturday, April 11, 2026 @ 9:00am
Middletown Arts Center Middletown, NJ

 

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Crossroads Theatre Company: Genesis Festival - "Sistah-Gurls and The Squirrel"

Saturday, April 11, 2026 @ 7:00pm
New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC) New Brunswick, NJ

 






 



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