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The Basie presents Comedian Chris Distefano on New Year's Eve

(RED BANK, NJ) -- Looking for something to do on New Year's Eve? Count Basie Center for the Arts presents Comedian Chris Distefano on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 with sets at 7:00pm & 9:30pm.



Hackensack Performing Arts Center presents Jersey Girl Diaries on January 10th

(HACKENSACK, NJ) -- The Hackensack Performing Arts Center (HACPAC) presents Jersey Girl Diaries on Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 7:00pm. Two Jersey Girls, one platform, empowering the next generation. Hosted by Kangela Guerrero from The Feminine Diaries on 90.3 FM from iHeart Radio, and Madison Hawkins from The Jersey Girl Podcast.



The Smithereens LIVE! at The Vogel

by Spotlight Central
published 2025-12-27

Spotlight Central and Love Imagery have photos and a recap of The Smithereens at The Vogel on December 18, 2025.



New Jersey Stage: Daily Edition 12-27-25

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!










Philadelphia Theatre Company presents "Havana Hop" - A Family-Friendly, Interactive Celebration of Music, Movement, and Heritage

(PHILADELPHIA, PA) -- Philadelphia Theatre Company (PTC) continues its 51st season with Havana Hop, a high-energy, one-woman performance written, choreographed, and performed by Paige Hernandez, a multidisciplinary artist acclaimed as a performer, director, choreographer, and playwright. The show features original music by Nick "Nick tha 1da" Hernandez and Kris Funn. Directed by Danielle Drakes, there are three performances from January 17-18, 2026, at PTC's Suzanne Roberts Theatre.



Brook Arts Center presents Gold Rush: The Music of Neil Young

(BOUND BROOK, NJ) -- The Brook Arts Center presents Gold Rush: The Music of Neil Young on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 8:00pm. The band brings the spirit, sound, and soul of Neil Young to life like never before. This extraordinary tribute event captures the essence of one of rock's most iconic figures, delivering an unforgettable experience for fans old and new.



Atlantic City Wing Fest to Take Place January 31st

(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- WMGM Rocks 103.7 FM and Golden Nugget presents Atlantic City Wing Fest on Saturday, January 31, 2026. The event includes all-you-can-eat wings from 21 South Jersey restaurants, craft beer, cocktails, contests and live music by The Billy Walton Band. It is sponsored by Paris Produce.



The Newton Theatre presents Big Apple Comedy Club #65

(NEWTON, NJ) -- The Newton Theatre presents Big Apple Comedy Club #65 on Friday, January 9, 2026 at 8:00pm. The lineup includes Wali Collins, Wayne Cotter, Kyle Dunnigan and Erin Maguire.



Two River Theater presents Henrik Ibsen's "A Doll's House" with a Jersey Twist

(RED BANK, NJ) -- Two River Theater presents Henrik Ibsen's A Doll's House, adapted and directed by Justin Emeka (Sweat, Romeo and Juliet). Mr. Emeka's adaptation will run in the Joan and Robert Rechnitz Theater from February 21–March 15, 2026.







 

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.



East

East Lynne Theater Company presents "Having Our Say: The Delany Sisters' First 100 Years" by Emily Mann

(CAPE MAY, NJ) -- The reimagined East Lynne Theater Company opens its Season Forty-Six with the extraordinary, real-life story Having Our Say: The Delany Sisters' First 100 Years by Emily Mann, running June 18 to July 19, 2026 at the Clemans Theater for the Arts at the Allen AME in Cape May.



Princeton

Princeton Summer Theater presents "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown"

(PRINCETON, NJ) -- Princeton Summer Theater's 2026 Children's Show is You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown, which runs weekends from June 20 to August 1, 2026. A beloved musical since its premiere in 1967, Clark Gesner brings Charles M. Schulz's "PEANUTS" characters to the stage. The musical ventures through the highs and lows of young life, from baseball and homework to young love and friendship. With an empathetic and whimsical eye, You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown reminds us of the importance of connection and joy.



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.












LATEST COLUMNS


Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Sick About It" by The Orangutwins

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Sick About It" from The Orangutwins' recently released EP, "We Are A Genius."




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 07/02/2026

Overheard conversation today, July 2, 2026:




Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Western Shores" by Renee Maskin

In November, Multiple Makin Waves Award-winning Asbury Park singer-songwriter Renee Maskin will release her latest solo album, "If the World Is Ending." The LP's first single, "Western Shores," is the Makin Waves Song of the Week.








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