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The Ravi Shankar Ensemble to Perform at McCarter Theatre

(PRINCETON, NJ) -- Schirmer Theatrical, part of Wise Music Group, presents a new concert production introducing The Ravi Shankar Ensemble— a multi-generational collective of world-class musicians curated by Anoushka and Sukanya Shankar. The ensemble is dedicated to the masterful compositions and enduring legacy of sitarist Ravi Shankar whose innovative artistry brought Indian classical music to the world. The production comes to McCarter Theatre on Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 7:30pm.



MPAC presents Spyro Gyra with Special Guest Stanley Jordan on Friday

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) presents Spyro Gyra with Special Guest Stanley Jordan on Friday, March 13, 2026 at 8:00pm. It's a double bill of contemporary jazz legends!



Kean Stage presents Candlelight Celtic on Sunday

(HILLSIDE, NJ) -- Kean Stage presents Candlelight Celtic on Sunday, March 15, 2026 at Enlow Recital Hall. From the producers and co-creators of Rockin' Road to Dublin and Christmas in Killarney comes the new intimate and illuminating show Candlelight Celtic. Showtime is 3:00pm.



Lizzie Rose Music Room presents The Billy Walton Band on Sunday

(TUCKERTON, NJ) -- Lizzie Rose Music Room presents the Billy Walton Band on Sunday, March 15, 2026. Doors are at 7:00pm; showtime is 7:30pm.








Luna Stage Receives NJEDA A.R.T. Phase II Grant To Create Community-Inspired Art

(WEST ORANGE, NJ) -- Luna Stage has been awarded a $303,179.71 grant through the New Jersey Economic Development Authority's Activation, Revitalization, and Transformation (A.R.T.) Phase II program to support a multi-part public storytelling initiative designed to amplify the voices, histories, and lived experiences of residents of the City of Orange. The award was part of $15 million in grants distributed to 39 organizations statewide.



The ShowRoom presents Tribute Screenings of "Harold and Maude" in Honor of the Late Bud Cort

(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- The ShowRoom Cinema will honor the life and career of the late Bud Cort (Brewster McCloud, M.A.S.H., Dogma) with two special screenings of Harold and Maude. Showtimes are Friday, March 13 at 7:30pm and Sunday, March 15, 2026 at 4:00pm.



Art House Productions Announces 25th Anniversary Year of Performing & Visual Arts Programming

(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Art House Productions has announced its 25th anniversary year of multidisciplinary performing and visual arts programming in Jersey City. Since its launch, Art House has inspired, entertained, and challenged audiences through ambitious artistic programming, provided arts education that fosters lifelong learning, and celebrated the power of the arts to illuminate our shared humanity.



Cherish the Ladies LIVE! at the Grunin Center

by Spotlight Central
published 2026-03-09

Spotlight Central and Love Imagery have photos and a recap of Cherish the Ladies at Grunin Center for the Arts on February 27, 2026.



Senator Cory Booker To Launch National Book Tour at NJPAC with Special Guest Jon Bon Jovi

(NEWARK, NJ) -- U.S. Senator Cory Booker will launch a nationwide book tour for his new book Stand with a special event at New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on Sunday, March 22, 2026, just ahead of the book's official national release on Tuesday, March 24th. The event begins at 2:00pm.







 

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Arden

Arden Theatre Company presents "Dear Evan Hansen"

(PHILADELPHIA, PA) -- Arden Theatre Company brings the Tony Award-winning musical, Dear Evan Hansen, to the F. Otto Haas Stage this spring. Featuring a book by Steven Levenson and music and lyrics by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, the production is directed by Terrence J. Nolen and co-conceived by Jorge Cousineau and Nolen. Performances begin May 21, the show opens May 27, and runs through July 5, 2026.



MPAC

MPAC Announces Free Summer Concert Lineup for 2026

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Mayo Performing Arts Center's Arts in the Community free summer concert schedule for 2026 has been announced. MPAC will present six free concerts between June and August. The lineup includes the return of three of their most popular events – Bollywood Dance Party, Country Line Dancing and Salsa at Sunset, as well as singer-songwriters, and more.



Classic

Classic American Tales' presents Tales at the Dormer House every Thursday

(CAPE MAY, NJ) -- From June 4 through October 15, 2026 (except for July 2), Classic American Tales (CAT) once more presents Tales at the Dormer House in which guests are treated to lemonade and tasty treats while listening to stories written by noteworthy authors, read by a variety of performers. The schedule is 4:00pm every Thursday at the historic Dormer House Bed and Breakfast (800 Columbia Avenue) in Cape May, NJ. Performances are on the front porch, weather permitting.



Music

Music Mountain Theatre presents "My Fair Lady"

(LAMBERTVILLE, NJ) -- Music Mountain Theatre presents the classic musical, My Fair Lady, weekends from June 12 to July 5, 2026. The tale of a cockney flower girl transformed into an elegant lady, featuring one of musical theatre's greatest scores.



East

East Lynne Theater Company presents "Having Our Say: The Delany Sisters' First 100 Years" by Emily Mann

(CAPE MAY, NJ) -- The reimagined East Lynne Theater Company opens its Season Forty-Six with the extraordinary, real-life story Having Our Say: The Delany Sisters' First 100 Years by Emily Mann, running June 18 to July 19, 2026 at the Clemans Theater for the Arts at the Allen AME in Cape May.












LATEST COLUMNS


Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Western Shores" by Renee Maskin

In November, Multiple Makin Waves Award-winning Asbury Park singer-songwriter Renee Maskin will release her latest solo album, "If the World Is Ending." The LP's first single, "Western Shores," is the Makin Waves Song of the Week.




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 06/25/2026

There are differences and then there is different and as it may have been written before when Dave Vargo records are reviewed; the differences are few but this time around, something is definitely "Different."




Makin Waves Song of the Week: "I Will Walk You Home” by Wiser Time

Wiser Time, aka Central Jersey singer-songwriter-guitarist Carmen Sclafani, just dropped his latest album, "There’s A Change A-Comin'," on his own Wiser Time Music. The closing focus track, "I Will Walk You Home," is the Makin Waves Song of the Week.








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