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Classic American Tales presents Poe at Rea's Farm on Halloween

(WEST CAPE MAY, NJ) -- Throughout the summer, Rea's Farm offered special events on Friday nights, and this Halloween, October 31, is no different, except this time Classic American Tales' artistic director Gayle Stahlhuth, will present Edgar Allan Poe's "The Tell-Tale Heart" at 6:30pm & 7:30pm.



Noyes Arts Garage Invites Public to Celebrate Día de los Muertos

(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- The Noyes Arts Garage of Stockton University will celebrate one of Mexico's most beautiful and meaningful cultural traditions on Saturday, November 1, 2025 with its second annual Día de los Muertos Celebration.



'An Old-Fashioned Family Murder' – A Whodunit at George Street Playhouse

by Karen Nowosad
published 2025-10-23

Many theater goers enjoy going to see a "whodunit." This genre of theater includes mystery stories involving some sort of crime being committed. There are elements of suspense and fun as it challenges the audience to figure out who is responsible. If you are in the mood to solve an onstage theatrical crime, go to George Street Playhouse and see An Old-Fashioned Family Murder.



The Dryden Ensemble presents "Daydreams (and Dictators)"

(PRINCETON, NJ) -- The Dryden Ensemble returns with its artistic director, Daniel Swenberg, in a program entitled "Daydreams (and Dictators)" on Saturday, November 15, 2025 at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Princeton. Admission is free, though donations will be gratefully accepted. Showtime is 4:00pm.








Morris Arts presents "Visual Meditations: Line, Color & Form"

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Morris Arts presents Visual Meditations: Line, Color & Form, curated by Dr. Lynn L. Siebert, at the Atrium Gallery from October 29, 2025 through January 5, 2026. The gallery is located on floors 2-5 of the Morris County Administration and Records Building (10 Court Street) in Morristown.



Classical Cape May Announces 2025-26 season of Free Classical Music Concerts

(CAPE MAY, NJ) -- Classical Cape May, in partnership with the annual Cape May Music Festival presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture) and supported in part by a grant from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, announces a new season of concerts this fall through spring of 2026, expanding its series of free classical music concerts to a full seven months, with the first season's concert held in October.



Grounds For Sculpture Announces Two New Leadership Appointments

(HAMILTON, NJ) -- Grounds For Sculpture (GFS) has announced two new appointments to its leadership team, Grace Yasumura as Curator at Grounds For Sculpture and Margaret Johnson as Managing Director at Johnson Atelier (JA).



Paper Mill Playhouse presents Disney's "Frozen"

(MILLBURN, NJ) -- Paper Mill Playhouse presents Disney's Frozen from November 26 through Sunday, January 11, 2026. This musical transforms the magic of the beloved animated film to the stage in an enchanting adventure. When sisters Elsa and Anna are torn apart by a mysterious secret power, they each set out on their own journey of courage, self-acceptance, and discovery of love in all its forms.



Centenary Stage Company's Fringe Festival 2025 presents "My Italy Story"

(HACKETTSTOWN, NJ) -- Centenary Stage Company's Fringe Festival 2025 will continue with My Italy Story written and performed by Joseph Gallo. Performances will take place November 20-23, 2025 in the Kutz Theatre. Spurred by visits from his grandmother's ghost and by pleas from his cousin Louie to help get the family back together, Thomas DaGato quits his job as a New York account executive, and travels to the tiny Italian village of his ancestors - Vallata. It's not until he comes home, however, that he discovers a secret that unlocks his past.







 

EVENT PREVIEWS

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.



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.












LATEST COLUMNS


This Week in Comedy: April 21-27, 2026

Here's a look at comedy shows taking place across the state from April 21 to April 27, 2026. New Jersey Stage compiles this list from comedy clubs, casinos, and performing arts centers.




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.








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