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NJ State Arts Council Announces Grants To New Jersey Organizations Through New Creative Aging Grant and Welcomes New Council Member

(TRENTON, NJ) -- The New Jersey State Council on the Arts held a public meeting on December 13th, during which 22 New Jersey organizations received grants through the Council’s new Creative Aging Initiative grant program. Senior centers, libraries, and arts organizations will provide customized arts experiences for people aged 55 and older, helping to enhance overall wellness, build community, and diminish issues of isolation.



Theatre of Terror Announces Release of Sequel to Self-Titled Anthology Feature Film; Screening in Cranford

(BLOOMFIELD, NJ) -- Following three years of intense production, New Jersey independent film company Theatre of Terror is back with four all new harrowing tales, making up the sequel to their eponymous anthology feature film.



iHeartMedia New York's 106.7 Lite FM Raises Over $1,622,714 During 5th Annual "Hope For The Holidays Radiothon"

(NEW YORK, NY) -- iHeartMedia New York’s 106.7 LITE FM, New York’s Christmas Music Station, announced that the fifth annual “Hope for the Holidays Radiothon” raised over $1,622,714 to benefit Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital at NYU Langone, one of the nation’s premier children’s hospitals providing exceptional care for every type of childhood condition.



NJ PBS Announces New Kwanzaa Special, Karamu, Feast for the 7th Day

(FAIR HAVEN, NJ) -- NJ PBS announced that a new local Kwanzaa special, Karamu, Feast for the 7th Day, will premiere Wednesday, December 28 at 8:30pm on NJ PBS, with several encores including Thursday, December 29 at 10:30pm (check local listings). Stream it on the MyNJPBS.org website after the broadcast. 








'Twelfth Night' Shines Brightly at Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey

by Karen Nowosad
published 2022-12-16

You can always count on The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey to deliver an exceptional production for the December Holiday Season. This year is no exception as they present one of Shakespeare’s comedies, Twelfth Night. The play provides a delightful visit to the theater as a strong acting ensemble provides many funny scenes, some touching moments, and original music using Shakespeare’s own words.



Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Sturdy Soul" by Helen O’Shea

by Bob Makin
published 2022-12-16

Princeton-based Irish singer-songwriter Helen O’Shea’s latest single, “Sturdy Soul,” is the Makin Waves Song of the Week.



New Jersey Stage: Daily Edition 12-16-22

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!





NJPAC presents And That's Why We Drink: On The Rocks Tour

(NEWARK, NJ) -- New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents an exciting evening with a unique show, And That's Why We Drink: On The Rocks Tour hosted by New York Times bestselling authors Em Schulz and Christine Schiefer on Saturday, April 29, 2023 at 8:00pm.



Soundcheck: Debbie Gibson to Debut in December on NJ PBS

(RED BANK, NJ) -- NJ PBS announced that the new episode of its local music series, Soundcheck, will feature the talents and insight of singer-songwriter, producer and actress Debbie Gibson. Soundcheck: Debbie Gibson premieres Tuesday, December 20 at 9:30pm, with encores Saturday, December 24 at 5:00pm and Sunday, December 25 at 9:30am on NJ PBS and stream on MyNJPBS.org.







 

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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.



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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.



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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.












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BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 4/20/26

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 Petal Aggression, Francesca Fuentes, Loose Panic, Fate-Touched, Rhonette Smith, ILL-ADVISED, and 1adam12. Plus a look back at "Jerry Ryan" by The Deafening Colors.




Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Once I Wake Up" by Sam Tunkel

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.




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 04/16/2026

"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. 








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