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NJPAC presents Hasan Minhaj

(NEWARK, NJ) -- New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) welcomes, The King’s Jester, Hasan Minhaj to the stage on Saturday, June 4th at 7:00pm. “The King’s Jester,” Minhaj brings his storytelling roots four years after the global success of his Netflix comedy special “Homecoming King” which garnered rave reviews and won him a 2018 Peabody Award.



MPAC Presents The Lords of 52nd Street playing the songs of Billy Joel

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Enjoy the music of Billy Joel as performed by his original band members! Featuring Richie Cannata on tenor saxophone, Liberty DeVito on drums and Russell Javors on rhythm guitar, The Lords of 52nd Street are the musicians who performed with Billy Joel in the 1970s and 1980s and were heard on albums such as The Stranger, 52nd Street, Glass Houses and The Nylon Curtain. The Lords perform at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), Friday, June 10 at 8:00pm. Tickets range from $29-$65.



Shawn Colvin's "Steady On" 32nd Anniversary Tour LIVE! at the Grunin Center

by Spotlight Central
published 2022-05-10

It’s a great night for live music in New Jersey this Saturday, April 30, 2022 evening at Toms River’s Grunin Center for the Arts. Tonight’s concert is a long-awaited performance by singer/songwriter Shawn Colvin, currently appearing on her Steady On 32nd Anniversary Tour.



The Arts Council of Princeton presents The ACP Bowl Project on Saturday

(PRINCETON, NJ) -- Join the Arts Council of Princeton (ACP) for The ACP Bowl Project on Saturday, May 14 from 11:00am-2:00pm and purchase one-of-a-kind bowls, handmade with love. Artists in the ACP Ceramic Studio have created unique ceramic bowls, available for $30 each. All proceeds benefit the Arts Council of Princeton, helping to support year-round outreach programs and community events.








The Parker Family Legacy Room at T. Thomas Fortune Cultural Center Opens with New Exhibit "Ancestral Ascension"

(RED BANK, NJ) -- In celebration of the 3rd Anniversary of the opening of the T. Thomas Fortune Cultural Center, the non-profit Foundation, announces the opening of the Parker Family Legacy Room to honor a family of doctors, dentists, and educators, who were the vanguard of Black pride and upstanding civic leaders in the Red Bank community for over 80 years.  Ancestral Ascension, a permanent exhibit, tells the story of enslaved people, who ascended to unprecedented heights.  The exhibit opens to the public on Memorial Day weekend, May 28.    



Craig Lucas to Host Q&A with Beth Henley at Black Box PAC on May 22nd

(ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Black Box PAC's 2022 Save Our Stages season continues with the world premiere production of Exposed by Beth Henley. The show runs at The Black Box Performing Arts Center - 49 East Palisade Avenue in Englewood, NJ - now through Saturday May 28. On Sunday, May 22nd, Ms. Henley - who collaborated during rehearsals with the creative team via Zoom from the West Coast - will participate in a live-and-in-person Q&A session after the show. The Q&A will be moderated by the renowned 2022 Tony Nominee Craig Lucas, whose play Ode to Joy received its NJ Premiere at BBPAC this February to rave reviews!



Tedeschi Trucks Band To Return To Beacon Theatre For Seven Shows

(NEW YORK, NY) -- Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (MSG Entertainment) has announced that Tedeschi Trucks Band will make their highly-anticipated annual return to the Beacon Theatre this fall. The 12-piece rock and soul collective led by singer-guitarist Susan Tedeschi and guitarist Derek Trucks will play seven nights in New York – September 29 & 30; October 1, 3, 6, 7, and 8 – as part of their multi-year, dual city residency with MSG Entertainment, which also includes annual shows at The Chicago Theatre.



Remember Jones Announces First Annual Stone Pony “Summer Slay!” Fest and Album Release Show

(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- Remember Jones has announced the launch of the first annual Summer Slay! Festival, presented by Remember Jones at The Stone Pony on Saturday, July 9th. This event will mark a yearly birthday celebration for Remember Jones and the official release date for his new original album, HAHA, BITCH!



The Concert Fields at Waterloo to host From Good Homes

(HACKETTSTOWN, NJ) -- The Sherman Theater has announced that jam-rock band From Good Homes will perform at The Concert Fields at Waterloo in Hackettstown, NJ on Saturday, September 17. They will resurrect their annual tradition from the 1990s - an outdoor concert in front of thousands of eager hometown northeast New Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania fans.







 

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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.



2026-27

2026-27 Season Preview: Split Level Concerts at Jersey Shore Arts Center

(OCEAN GROVE, NJ) -- Split Level Concerts at the Jersey Shore Arts Center (JSAC) in Ocean Grove has announced the full concert lineup for its third season. All shows will take place beginning at 8:00pm in JSAC's Palaia Theater. The season lineup includes Willie Nile, John Gorka, Dan Bern, Catie Curtis and Band, Stephen Kellogg, Abbie Gardner, Heather Maloney and Band, and Kim Richey. As they have done in prior years, artists from the Asbury Park music scene will open many of the shows.



MPAC's

MPAC's Summer 2026 Preview

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- From the versatility of Tony winner Darren Criss, the comedy of Abbott Elementary's Janelle James and the nostalgic hits of the Grateful Dead, ABBA and more, Mayo Performing Arts Center's summer lineup features a diverse set of performances and events.



Bradley

Bradley Beach presents 2026 Summer Jazz and Blues Series in Riley Park

(BRADLEY BEACH, NJ) -- The Borough of Bradley Beach presents its Summer Jazz and Blues Series for 2026 throughout July and August. Residents and visitors are invited to enjoy a diverse lineup of world-class musical performances every Wednesday evening from 7:00pm to 9:00pm at beautiful Riley Park.












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Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Soaked" by Kiaura Rose

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Soaked" from Kiaura Rose's debut seven-song debut album, "Vagrant."




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 08/06/2026

"I am great! I was in California last weekend and just got back, I have the day off and I'm getting to chat with you so everything is great," says Monster Jam monster truck driver Angelina Nock as she let us in on the profession, her background and what we can expect when she gets behind the wheel of Megalodon at Newark's Prudential Center August 14 through 16.




Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Josephine" by Emily Grove

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Josephine" from Emily Grove's forthcoming EP, "Fables," which she will celebrate the release of Aug. 3 at Watermark in Asbury Park.








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