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(TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- Take part in a virtual discussion featuring author and feminist philosopher Dr. Lindsey Stewart on Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 2:00pm. Her book, The Conjuring of America: Mojos, Mermaids, Medicine, and 400 Years of Black Women's Magic, tells the stories of Negro Mammies of slavery, the Voodoo Queens and Blues Women of Reconstruction, and the Granny Midwives and textile weavers of the Jim Crow era.
"There are 12 seconds that changed the course of jazz -- the opening of Louis Armstrong's 1928 trumpet solo on 'West End Blues'." That's a line from Ricky Riccardi's book, Stomp Off, Let's Go: The Early Years of Louis Armstrong (Oxford University Press: 2025).
(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents Gabby's Dollhouse Live! Presented by Walmart on Sunday, January 25, 2026 at 1:00pm & 4:00pm. This is a brand-new stage show inspired by the magical world of the global preschool sensation from DreamWorks Animation.
(WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP, NJ) -- Members of Bordentown Regional High School International Thespian Society Troupe 6803 spent the weekend of January 17-18, acting, singing, and dancing their way through the 2026 New Jersey State Thespian Festival at Washington Township High School. These students competed, performed, and participated in theatre workshops alongside more than a thousand International Thespian Society members from throughout the state.
(MIDDLETOWN, NJ) -- The Middletown Arts Center presents the MAC Music Café: Under the Western Sky on Sunday, January 25, 2026 from 4:00pm-6:00pm. Saddle up for a great night of music featuring Shotgun Bill Anania, Rick Dill, and Christian Beach. The event is FREE (with a suggested donation of $5).
(MANASQUAN, NJ) -- Algonquin Arts Theatre is currently presenting one of the most beloved romantic comedies of the American stage, Same Time, Next Year, with six performances from January 17-25, 2026. Relive the charm of the iconic 1978 film starring Alan Alda and Ellen Burstyn in this heartfelt stage adaptation that has captivated audiences for decades. Photographer John Posada was on hand to take photos.
Spotlight Central and Love Imagery have photos and a recap of The Band Perry at bergenPAC on January 11, 2026.
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 Tiny Cities, The Melancholy Kings, Jay Ingstrup, Bamberdost, furiousBall, Evil6, Steam Enginess, Jason Didner and the Drive, Jon Caspi & The First Gun, and Bruce Tunkel. Plus a look back at "M.L. King" by Jon Caspi.
Al Nigrin, Executive Director & Curator of the NJ Film Festival, sits down with Louis Cacchione, director of the short documentary Arrested at Delaney Hall, for a filmmaker interview. Arrested at Delaney Hall will be screened on January 24, 2026.
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!
(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.
(LAMBERTVILLE, NJ) -- Music Mountain Theatre presents MAME weekends from March 27 through April 19, 2026. The musical is based on the novel "Auntie Mame" by Patrick Dennis and the play by Lawrence and Lee.
The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Once I Wake Up" from "The Sting of the Blade," the recently released sophomore full-length from Central Jersey singer-songwriter Sam Tunkel.
"I'm doing good man, what's happening?" Laughed a very energized Alastair Greene as he discussed his upcoming April 30 show at Tuckerton's Lizzie Rose Music Room and his new EP, "Live in Sin City" as well as his thoughts on touring overseas.
Here's a look at comedy shows taking place across the state from April 16-19, 2026. New Jersey Stage compiles this list from comedy clubs, casinos, and performing arts centers. You can send information on shows to infoatnewjerseystage.com for consideration in future columns.
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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