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(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- Middlesex County, as part of its FolkLIVE free community event series, will host its third annual Gospel Music Festival in New Brunswick (2 Livingston Ave) on Saturday, July 25, 2026, from 3:30pm to 7:30pm. This year's star-studded lineup features multi-Grammy-winning performer Erica Campbell—known both for her solo work and as part of the dynamic "Mary Mary" duo—and Billboard chart-topper Jonathan McReynolds as the headliners.
(CAPE MAY, NJ) -- Congress Hall, America's first seaside resort, is once again offering guests a one-of-a-kind dining experience with the 2026 Veranda Dinner Series, an immersive seasonal dining series set against the backdrop of its iconic beachfront property. Beginning Thursday, May 28, these dinners will be held from 6:00-8:00pm on the ocean-view lawn.
(BASKING RIDGE, NJ) -- Light Opera of New Jersey (LONJ) will hold auditions in June for the newly created LONJ Youth Ensemble, part of the company's new Youth in Arts programming initiative.
(PHILADELPHIA, PA) -- Four years in, Going Acoustic at Quig's is still doing what it does best: creating a welcoming space where artists feel comfortable to take risks, and audiences are lucky enough to hear it unfold. On Monday, June 22, 2026 the beloved open mic series returns to Quig's Pub for its 4th Anniversary Show, with featured performances from Emily Drinker and Gina LC, alongside the series' signature blend of emerging voices and open mic performers.
(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Jersey City's premier entertainment venue White Eagle Hall continues an exciting and diverse schedule of events for the New Jersey and New York City area. This spring and summer, White Eagle Hall welcomes singer-songwriter Cass McCombs, two 50th Anniversary shows from The Feelies, Scottish indie-pop band Camera Obscura, New Orleans funk ensemble Rebirth Brass Band, Chicago indie rockers Ratboys, West Coast psych-rock favorites Allah-Las, jazz supergroup LaMP, and much more.
(UNION, NJ) -- The Theater Project has announced that the Douglas Michael Krueger (DMK) Black Box Theater will serve as the new home for its mainstage summer theater series. The DMK Theater is located in Union Township's new Arts Center and Library complex at 1980 Morris Avenue in Union.
(SOMERSET COUNTY, NJ) -- Twenty-seven organizations in Somerset County were awarded a total of $283,450 in 2026 through the County History Partnership Program (CHPP) and Local Arts Program (LAP).
Throughout history, societies have exploited a fear of the unknown to keep the plebs under control. In the medieval Dutch village of director Didier Konings' folk horror Heresy, the surrounding woods are said to harbour an evil force. But just as European adventurers discovered you could sail to the new world without falling off the edge of the planet, our young heroine here finds that salvation awaits her in the forbidden forest.
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, NJ) -- Princeton Youth Ballet (PYB) invites the community to celebrate Mother's Day weekend with an enchanting and comedic production of Cinderella. Performances will take place on May 9-10, 2026 at Princeton High School Performing Arts Center.
(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.
(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.
(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.
(NEW YORK, NY) -- Producers of the Tony Award®-winning, record-breaking Broadway hit Moulin Rouge! The Musical have announced that three-time Grammy Award-winning superstar and actress Megan Thee Stallion will make her Broadway debut in the production as "Zidler", impresario of the titular nightclub. Taking the stage for a strictly limited 8-week engagement, Megan will light up the Al Hirshfeld Theatre from Tuesday, March 24th to Sunday, May 17, 2026, promising an unmissable, moment in the show's legendary run.
(HAMPTON, NJ) -- Hunterdon Hills Playhouse presents Some Enchanted Evening from April 7 through May 16, 2026. This is a celebration of songs that have become a part of our lives. We sing them in the shower and we sing them to entertain and amuse.
After a long hiatus, the Central Jersey band Exit Eleven are back with a new single that they will celebrate the release of on May 8 at Asbury Park's fabled Stone Pony.
Terry Barber is an "Internationally acclaimed" vocalist who has graced stages such as The Metropolitan Opera, Carnegie Hall, The kennedy Center and more and his recent project called "Mercury" will now grace the stage of The Brook Arts Center, otherwise known as "The Brook," in Bound Brook, NJ on May 15 at 8 p.m. for a one night only engagement.
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 Teen Idle, Rich Lancia, Somebody Club, Suede Aces, and Exit Eleven. Plus a look back at "Songs for the Moon" by The Porchistas.
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
