New Jersey Stage logo
New Jersey Stage Menu



ARTICLES

Showing results: From 16483 to 16493



 

Akwaaba Gallery presents "Damage and Repair" - an exhibition of works by Heather Williams

(NEWARK, NJ) -- Akwaaba Gallery presents “Damage and Repair” - an exhibition of abstract paintings and sculptures by Heather Williams that represent themes of emotional damage and reconstruction. The exhibition runs from April 2 through May 7, 2022. Williams is a Jersey City-based multi-media artist who was born in St. Croix and raised in Brooklyn. Her work is inspired by introspection, her background in art therapy, and her African ancestors.



Newark Symphony Hall Presents "Festival of Praise" with Fred Hammond, Israel Houghton, and Bishop Hezekiah Walker

(NEWARK, NJ) -- Get ready for the “Festival of Praise,” a gospel extravaganza with GRAMMY® Award winners and gospel superstars Fred Hammond, Israel Houghton,and Bishop Hezekiah Walker. These gospel icons take to the stage in person on Friday, April 27, 2022 at Newark Symphony Hall in Newark, New Jersey. The show starts at 8:00pm.



State Theatre presents "Waitress"

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- The newly renovated State Theatre New Jersey presents Waitress for four performances from April 14-16. Meet Jenna, a waitress and expert pie-maker who dreams of a way out of her small town and rocky marriage.



Rowan University Art Gallery presents Cultivated Space

(GLASSBORO, NJ) -- Rowan University Art Gallery presents Cultivated Space, a new group exhibition featuring work by Anonda Bell, Henry Bermudez, Linda Brenner, Fritz Dietel, Steven Donegan, Rachel Eng, Darla Jackson, Martha Jackson-Jarvis, Mi-Kyoung Lee, Michelle Marcuse, Sana Musasama, and Joanna Platt. The exhibition runs from April 11 through July 16, 2022.








VIDEO: Bravely Broaching Machismo and Bravado, "The Hombres" Makes its World Premiere at Two River Theater

by Gina Marie Rodriguez, JerseyArts.com
published 2022-03-30

"The Hombres" is a brand new play by Tony Meneses. Originally set to have its world premiere in March of 2020, the play was postponed and, in that time, given new life. Join Gina Marie as she chats with director Annie Tippe and playwright Tony Meneses about the journey to their world premiere at Two River Theater.



Invest Newark Celebrates Ribbon Cutting at Gant-Gilbert Arts Collective, A New Artist Housing Development That Provides and Encourages Creative Living

(NEWARK, NJ) -- On March 29, 2022, Invest Newark, the City of Newark’s Economic Development Corporation, Mayor Ras J. Baraka, Newark officials, and community members celebrated the ribbon cutting at the Gant-Gilbert Arts Collective at 505 Clinton Street, the new artist housing development that will provide the community of Clinton Hill and the City of Newark a new cultural art, education, residential and social center.



WBGO and City of Newark Partner to Rename Street in Honor of Wayne Shorter

(NEWARK, NJ) -- On April 29 at 5:00pm, WBGO, Newark Public Radio, will celebrate the renaming of the street on which the station resides in honor of one of Newark's own, legendary jazz musician and composer Wayne Shorter. Founded in 1979, WBGO sits at the center of the ever growing arts district in Newark - the Central Ward. Earlier this year, the Newark City Council unanimously approved WBGO's proposal to rename Park Place after NEA Jazz Master, Kennedy Center Honoree, multiple Grammy Award Winner, and Newark native, Wayne Shorter. 



SOPAC presents Eddie Palmieri - The Madman of Salsa

(SOUTH ORANGE, NJ) -- On Saturday, May 21, Eddie Palmieri, the “Madman of Salsa,” will tickle the ivories with his Latin Jazz band at the South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC). The 85-year-old ten-time Grammy winner and NEA Jazz Master has been playing the piano and composing electrifying music for over six decades. 



Art of Living Well Supper Club returns to Hopewell Theater

(HOPEWELL, NJ) -- Hopewell Theater’s spring 2022 reopening will present the theater’s popular series, The Art of Living Well (AOLW) featuring two signature AOLW Supper Clubs entitled Food for Thought. AOLW is known for presenting diverse programs that explore ways of cultivating serenity, meaning, and a deeper connection to one’s self and the world. This spring’s Supper Clubs will do just that. Each Food for Thought Supper Club will present a film paired with a bespoke chef-prepared meal on an AOLW theme followed by a thought-provoking post-film panel discussion.  







 

EVENT PREVIEWS

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.












LATEST COLUMNS


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.








FEATURED EVENTS