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New Providence Artist Zenia Olesnyckyj Opens "Impressions of Alaska" Exhibition at Summit Free Public Library

(SUMMIT, NJ) -- The Gallery at the Summit Free Public Library will present Impressions of Alaska, a twenty-piece exhibition by New Providence artist Zenia Olesnyckyj, from May 1 through June 30, 2026. The exhibition is presented by the Visual Arts Center of New Jersey's Members' Committee and the Summit Free Public Library. Admission is free and open to the public during regular library hours.



 

Waretown Library presents "Nature in Ocean County" Photography Exhibit by Don Edwards

(WARETOWN, NJ) -- The Waretown Branch of the Ocean County Library will host Nature in Ocean County, an exhibit by award-winning local photographer Don Edwards, from May 1 until June 30, 2026 in the branch's meeting room. Edwards's work includes nature, wildlife, landscapes, cityscapes, and astrophotography.



New CARE Gallery Launches in Rockaway with Inaugural Exhibition "Gift of Grace" by Cedric Michael Cox

(ROCKAWAY, NJ) -- A new cultural destination is set to open in Morris County as CARE Gallery, a visual arts initiative of the Care Center of New Jersey (CCNJ), debuts with its inaugural exhibition, Gift of Grace: The Art of Cedric Michael Cox, on Saturday, May 2, 2026.



SOPAC Announces Farida Sherif as 2026 Paul Bartick Emerging Artist Award Recipient

(SOUTH ORANGE, NJ) -- The South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC) has announced Farida Sherif as the recipient of the 2026 Paul Bartick Emerging Artist Award, along with a group of students also recognized for their outstanding artistic work. Farida is a senior at Verona High School and a participant in SOPAC's Inspired Minds Young Artist Exhibition over the past several years.



Jersey Artist Registry presents works by over 30 artists in exhibit at Oyster Point Hotel

(RED BANK, NJ) -- There are over 50 works by 31 artists in the Jersey Artist Registry art exhibition at The Oyster Point Hotel. The exhibit runs from May 8 through June 29, 2026, and includes a wide range of styles and media, from Brian Hallas' surreal photography to Gary Steven Groves' hard-edged geometry to Jodi DiLiberto's mystical fractals.






Cornelius Low House Museum presents "Caught in the Crossfire: Divided Loyalties in Middlesex County"

(PISCATAWAY, NJ) -- In honor of nationwide celebrations for America's 250th birthday in 2026, The Division of History and Historic Preservation's exhibition Caught in the Crossfire: Divided Loyalties in Middlesex County. The exhibit is on display from April 11 through December 31, 2028 at Cornelius Low House Museum.



Picture Middlesex County Contest Returns for Spring 2026 with New Video Submission Option

Middlesex County's popular photo contest, Picture Middlesex County, is back for the spring season, inviting residents to showcase life and nature across Middlesex County through photography — and, new this year, videography. Submissions will be accepted until Tuesday, June 2, 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.



Middletown Arts Center presents Garden State Watercolor Society's Annual Juried Exhibition 2026

(MIDDLETOWN, NJ) -- Middletown Arts Center presents the Garden State Watercolor Society (GSWS) for the group's 56th Annual Open Juried Exhibition and 8th Annual Art Installation Exhibition. This exhibition is the organization's largest exhibition of the year. Works are on display now through May 30, 2026 as well as online.



The Montclair Art Museum presents "Shifting Terrain: Perspectives on Land in North America"

(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- The Montclair Art Museum (MAM) presents Shifting Terrain: Perspectives on Land in North America, a major exhibition drawn from the Museum's permanent collection that reexamines nearly two centuries of American and Native American art through the lens of land, identity, and history. Curated by Chief Curator Gail Stavitsky with the assistance of Laura J. Allen, Curator of Native American Art, the exhibition opens on April 25, 2026 and will be on view through April 2028.



Teen Arts New Jersey presents "Creative Change Makers" art exhibition in Long Branch

(LONG BRANCH, NJ) -- Teen Arts New Jersey presents Creative Change Makers, a group arts exhibition focusing on Sustainable Arts, featuring students (grades 9-12) from across the state of New Jersey. The exhibition runs from April 8 through May 1, 2026 at the Long Branch Arts & Cultural Center.







 

EVENT PREVIEWS
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.



Megan

Megan Thee Stallion to make her Broadway debut in "Moulin Rouge! The Musical"

(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.



Paper

Paper Mill Playhouse presents "1776"

(MILLBURN, NJ) -- Paper Mill Playhouse presents 1776, the Tony Award-winning musical, from April 1 through May 2, 2026. It brings the story behind the creation of the Declaration of Independence to the stage with witty satire, compelling drama, and a thrilling score. With music and lyrics by Sherman Edwards and book by Peter Stone, 1776 follows John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, and their fellow delegates as they navigate fiery debates, political tensions, and personal conflicts in their struggle to unite thirteen colonies.












LATEST COLUMNS

Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Dance of the Waxwing" by Pyrenesia

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Dance of the Waxwing" by the Lambertville-based gypsy jazz quartet Pyrenesia.




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 04/23/2026

April 26, 2009; 17 years to the day this Sunday that "Danny Coleman's Rock On Radio" took to the airwaves on WIFI 1460 AM radio. Can it be that long? The answer is yes it can be and yes it has. 




This Week in Comedy: April 21-27, 2026

Here's a look at comedy shows taking place across the state from April 21 to April 27, 2026. New Jersey Stage compiles this list from comedy clubs, casinos, and performing arts centers.








UPCOMING EVENTS
This Week in Comedy: April 21-27, 2026
Mutts Gone Nuts

Saturday, April 25, 2026 @ 4:00pm
Grunin Center - Main Stage Toms River, NJ

 

This Week in Comedy: April 21-27, 2026
Mutts Gone Nuts

Saturday, April 25, 2026 @ 1:00pm
Grunin Center - Main Stage Toms River, NJ

 

This Week in Comedy: April 21-27, 2026
Shen Yun

Saturday, April 25, 2026 @ 6:00pm
State Theatre New Jersey New Brunswick, NJ

 

This Week in Comedy: April 21-27, 2026
Shen Yun

Saturday, April 25, 2026 @ 1:00pm
State Theatre New Jersey New Brunswick, NJ

 

This Week in Comedy: April 21-27, 2026
Clint Black

Saturday, April 25, 2026 @ 8:00pm
Carteret Performing Arts Center Carteret, NJ

 

This Week in Comedy: April 21-27, 2026
João Bosco Quartet

Saturday, April 25, 2026 @ 7:30pm
McCarter Theatre Center (Matthews Theatre) Princeton, NJ

 

This Week in Comedy: April 21-27, 2026
80's New Wave featuring The Pinch

Saturday, April 25, 2026 @ 8:00pm
Algonquin Arts Theatre Manasquan, NJ

 

This Week in Comedy: April 21-27, 2026
Rhett Miller of Old 97's

Saturday, April 25, 2026 @ 8:00pm
Outpost In The Burbs Montclair, NJ

 

This Week in Comedy: April 21-27, 2026
Davy Knowles With His Band

Saturday, April 25, 2026 @ 7:30pm
Lizzie Rose Music Room Tuckerton, NJ

 

This Week in Comedy: April 21-27, 2026
Short Shakespeare: A Midsummer Night's Dream

Saturday, April 25, 2026 @ 11:00am
Shakespeare Theatre Of NJ - F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre Madison, NJ

 

This Week in Comedy: April 21-27, 2026
Short Shakespeare: Macbeth

Saturday, April 25, 2026 @ 2:00pm
Shakespeare Theatre Of NJ - F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre Madison, NJ

 

This Week in Comedy: April 21-27, 2026
The Light Between – A Modern Cabaret

Saturday, April 25, 2026 @ 7:30pm
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Monmouth County Lincroft, NJ

 

This Week in Comedy: April 21-27, 2026
The Growing Stage presents 2026 New Play-Reading Festival

Saturday, April 25, 2026 @ 4:00pm
The Historic Palace Theatre Netcong, NJ

 

This Week in Comedy: April 21-27, 2026
The Growing Stage presents 2026 New Play-Reading Festival

Saturday, April 25, 2026 @ 7:00pm
The Historic Palace Theatre Netcong, NJ

 

This Week in Comedy: April 21-27, 2026
Preacher Lawson

Saturday, April 25, 2026 @ 7:00pm
Hamilton Stage at Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) Rahway, NJ

 

This Week in Comedy: April 21-27, 2026
Preacher Lawson

Saturday, April 25, 2026 @ 9:30pm
Hamilton Stage at Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) Rahway, NJ

 






 



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