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NJPAC to Present 7th Annual Geri Allen Jazz Camp Virtually This Summer

(NEWARK, NJ) -- The New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC), the state’s anchor cultural institution, will present its seventh annual Geri Allen Jazz Camp completely virtually this summer. An initiative to support women in jazz, this world-renowned program is hailed for helping refine technique, grow confidence and build community among performers who identify as female or non-binary.



Tickets for Jim Breuer and One Night of Queen at BergenPAC to Go On Sale Friday

(ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) will put tickets on sale Friday for two new shows that will take place in the newly renovated theater. The freewheeling, New York-bred comic storyteller who made the list of Comedy Central’s “100 Greatest Standups of All Time” and has some of the highest rated comedy specials in TV network history, Jim Breuer, brings his clean form of comedy for audiences of all ages to bergenPAC on Friday, December 16 at 8:00pm. Coming in the spring, Gary Mullen and The Works will deliver their popular two-hour tribute show, “One Night of Queen,” on Saturday, April 22 at 8:00pm., celebrating the stage theatrics and showmanship of one of the greatest Rock & Roll bands of all time, Queen. 



Baseball at Hoboken's Elysian Fields, 1845-1865: A Visual History

(HOBOKEN, NJ) -- If you build it - a presentation on the groundbreaking implications of a single photograph of a "Base Ball" game being played in Elysian Fields circa 1865, that is - they will come!



State Theatre New Jersey Announces 2022-23 Broadway Season

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- The newly renovated State Theatre New Jersey announces its 2022-23 Broadway Season, featuring six fantastic shows. The 2022-23 Season will feature Tony® Award-winning hits, Broadway fan favorites, and some State Theatre debuts. Season tickets for the 2022-23 Broadway Series are now on sale. The series kicks off with Tony® Award-winning musical, Tootsie on November 4-6. The other three shows in the series include the Lincoln Center Production of the classic musical, My Fair Lady on January 27-29; the hilarious and sassy musical comedy, Legally Blonde on April 28-30, which makes its State Theatre debut; and a mesmerizing new production of the iconic musical, Jesus Christ Superstar on June 9-11. 








2022 "Summer Stars" Classical Music Series in Ocean Grove

(OCEAN GROVE, NJ) -- The "Summer Stars" classical music series presented weekly by The Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association (OGCMA) kicks off Thursday July 7, 2022 at the Great Auditorium in Ocean Grove, NJ.  Showtimes are 7:30pm. NJ’s own Imperial Brass will perform a program entitled “Americans We,” featuring patriotic tunes, Broadway hits and Tin Pan Alley classics by American composers.



Knauer Performing Arts Center presents Live at The Fillmore

(WEST CHESTER, PA) -- Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center welcomes the world’s most popular Allman Brothers Tribute Band and takes audiences back to the 70s. Live at The Fillmore, named for New York’s legendary Fillmore East Auditorium, takes the stage for an evening of classic rock songs like “Midnight Rider” and “Whipping Post” and  is one of the most well known tributes to the music of the Allman Brothers Band. This popular act is set to perform Saturday, June 25 at 7:30pm.



Ocean City Music Pier presents John Lodge from The Moody Blues

(OCEAN CITY, NJ) -- John Lodge - legendary bass player, songwriter and vocalist for the iconic rock band, The Moody Blues is to bring his electrifying ‘Performs Classic Moody Blues’ show to the Ocean City Music Pier on July 25 as part of their Summer Concert Series. 



NJ Festival Orchestra to Present Outdoor Summer Celebration Concert on July 30th

(WESTFIELD, NJ) -- New Jersey Festival Orchestra, under the baton of maestro David Wroe, presents “An American AND Paris”, a sizzling summer celebration under the stars as Gershwin’s American in Paris meets masterworks by Debussy, Saint Saens, Vaughn Williams and more in a program of international favorites. Set in the splendor of the gardens of one of Westfield’s finest residences, this is an outdoor festivity for the entire family.  The concert takes place on Saturday, July 30th at 8:00pm.



"Julia Scotti: Funny That Way" Screening & Live Comedy Event on June 25th

(WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP, NJ) -- The critically-acclaimed documentary Julia Scotti: Funny That Way about New Jersey comedian Julia Scotti will be screened at Township Theatre on Saturday, June 25 at 9:00pm followed by a Q&A with Julia and the film's director Susan Sandler plus a stand-up set by Julia.  A portion of the evening's proceeds goes to the Bergen County LGBTQ Alliance.







 

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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.



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.



Hunterdon

Hunterdon Hills Playhouse presents "Some Enchanted Evening"

(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.












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Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 05/02/2026

Due to a death in the family, the "Sound Bites" weekly column has ben postponed for this week. However, the listings of live music and entertainment are enclosed; we shall return on Thursday May 7 which happens to be the same day as the monthly "Rock On Radio" Happy Hour at the Nottingham Tavern located at 9 Mercer Street in Hamilton Square, NJ with music by Carmen Marranco.




Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Make It Happen" by Mike Chick

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Make It Happen" by Asbury Park Yawn Mower legend Mike Chick from "Congarts," his third solo album and second for Mint 400 Records.




Lighty's Corner: April 30, 2026

The second episode of Lighty’s Corner is live! This is a bi-weekly recorded radio show presenting new rock music from around the globe. Each of the 15 new tracks played were received via email within the last two weeks - a practice I hope to continue each time.








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