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New Jersey Stage: Daily Edition 10-20-25

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!





The Newton Theatre presents Queensrÿche

(NEWTON, NJ) -- The Newton Theatre presents Queensrÿche on Thursday, January 15, 2026. The band first burst onto the music scene in 1982 with the release of their self-titled 4 song EP "Queensrÿche". They very quickly gained international recognition and performed to sold out audiences around the world. Showtime is 8:00pm.



Marisha Wallace and Remember Jones to Perform at Monmouth Arts' Annual Gala

(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- Internationally acclaimed Broadway and West End star Marisha Wallace, along with captivating showman and soul/pop performer Remember Jones, will perform at Monmouth Arts' annual 2025 Gala, POP! A Night at the Lanes on Thursday, October 23, 2025.



2025 Rutgers Jewish Film Festival Preview

(NORTH BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- The Rutgers Jewish Film Festival will feature eleven thought-provoking and entertaining films, dynamic discussions with filmmakers and special guests, and New Jersey premieres. Running from November 6-16, 2025, the festival will be held at the Regal Cinema Commerce Center, North Brunswick.








RVCC Student Vocalists to Perform 'Evening of German Art Song'

(BRANCHBURG, NJ) -- The Arts & Design department at Raritan Valley Community College will present "Liederabend: An Evening of German Art Song," Friday, November 7, 2025 at 7:00pm. The event, which is open to the public, will feature the voice students of Dr. Will Berman, RVCC Instructor of Music. It will be held in the Welpe Theatre at the College's Branchburg campus.



Submissions Open for the 2026 Jersey Shore Young Playwrights Festival

(BRICK, NJ) -- Stargazer Performing Arts is proud to announce the return of the Jersey Shore Young Playwrights Festival, an exciting opportunity for young writers to see their original plays brought to life on stage.



Middletown Arts Center presents the Holiday Antique, Vintage, & Collectibles Marketplace

(MIDDLETOWN, NJ) -- The Middletown Arts Center presents the Holiday Antique, Vintage, & Collectibles Marketplace on Saturday, November 1, 2025, from 9:00am to 2:00pm. Shoppers will discover a wide variety of unique, one-of-a-kind treasures including vinyl records, costume jewelry, vintage clothing, postcards, toys, dolls, collectibles and more. Admission is $5.



MPAC presents Michael Che Live

** This show appears to have been canceled ** (MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) presents Michael Che Live on Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at 8:00pm. It's a night of stand up comedy from the popular star from Saturday Night Live. Appropriate for audiences 18 and up.



Wharton Performing Arts School Celebrates 40 Years of Community and Creativity with Annual Fall Festival and Suzuki Halloween Playdown

(BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ) -- The Wharton Performing Arts School (PAS) invites families and community members to join the celebration of its 40th Anniversary Season at the annual Fall Festival and Suzuki Halloween Playdown on Friday, October 24, 2025, at 60 Locust Avenue in Berkeley Heights. The festivities run from 4:30pm–6:30pm, followed by the Suzuki Violin Playdown from 7:00pm–8:00pm.







 

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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