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PHOTOS from "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" at The Growing Stage

by John Posada
published 2025-12-11

(NETCONG, NJ) -- The Growing Stage presents Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer weekends from December 5-21, 2025 at the Historic Palace Theatre. The holiday classic soars off the screen in this musical adaptation of the beloved television special. Photographer John Posada was on hand to take photos.



Emberside Brewery Welcomes Director of Brewery Operations, Tom Nielsen

(BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ) -- Emberside Brewery, the new brewery coming to The Park in 2026, recently announced the appointment of Tom Nielsen as Director of Brewery Operations. With more than 20 years of experience and a reputation for creativity and craftsmanship, Nielsen will lead Emberside's operations and help shape its debut lineup of beers.



bergenPAC presents Matt Ross Book Talk, Jessi Uribe and Dirt Deeds

(ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) has announced three new shows. Grow or Fold: Book Talk and Interactive Conversation with Matt Ross on Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 8:00pm; Jessi Uribe on Friday, March 6, 2026 at 8:00pm; and Dirty Deeds Tribute to AC/DC on Friday, May 8, 2026 at 8:00pm.



Two River Theater Appoints Dennis Chambers as Associate Artistic Director

(RED BANK, NJ) -- The award-winning Two River Theater has announced the appointment of Dennis Chambers to the position of Associate Artistic Director. Chambers, a theater artist, administrator, and producer, began in his new role over the summer. He will work closely with Artistic Director Justin Waldman and Managing Director Nora DeVeau-Rosen on all aspects of artistic leadership.








NEA Jazz Master Delfeayo Marsalis to Headline Bradley Beach Jazz Festival

(BRADLEY BEACH, NJ) -- The Bradley Beach Jazz Festival has announced the full schedule and lineup for its second annual event, transforming the shore town into a vibrant hub of sound and swing from February 6-7, 2026. The festival is anchored by three spectacular Main Stage sessions on the weekend, featuring an internationally renowned lineup led by NEA Jazz Master and master trombonist, Delfeayo Marsalis.



'Ebenezer Scrooge's Big Jersey Christmas Show' is Filled with Fun

by Karen Nowosad
published 2025-12-11

George Street Playhouse presents Ebenezer Scrooge's Big Jersey Christmas Show through December 21. This is a very different telling of the tale of Dickens' A Christmas Carol from the more traditional approach. The show takes some liberties in resetting the tale and the result is an absolutely hilarious production. I laughed a lot and had such a great time seeing this show.



Lewis Center for the Arts at Princeton announces five Hodder Fellows for 2026-27

(PRINCETON, NJ) -- Princeton University's Lewis Center for the Arts has announced the selection of five Mary Mackall Gwinn Hodder Fellows for the 2026-27 academic year. This year's recipients include poet Jos Charles, photographer and visual artist Eric Gyamfi, theatermaker nazareth hassan, composer Amirtha Kidambi, and choreographer and performer Anna Sperber.



Tropicana Showroom presents Mammoth

(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- Wolfgang Van Halen brings his band Mammoth to Tropicana Showroom on Friday, March 13, 2026 at 7:00pm. The GRAMMY® Award-nominated songwriter, vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, and producer continues to separate Mammoth from the pack.



New Hope Arts presents "A Levittown Christmas Carol"

(NEW HOPE, PA) -- After four sold-out performances in 2024, A Levittown Christmas Carol returns to the New Hope Arts stage with an expanded run and a fresh new vision. The original musical by Righteous Jolly and David Garrett Shaw - takes a gritty, hilarious, and heartfelt spin on reimagining of Dickens' holiday classic and has evolved dramatically further since its debut. With a sharper story, new cast members, added songs, and enhanced production design, this year's show promises to be even more powerful and unforgettable. Limited performances run December 12–14 & December 18–20, 2025.







 

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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.



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


BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 7/6/26

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 with this column. This week Lazlo takes a look at new releases by Loose Panic, Max Rauch, Madeline Fung, Bike Routes, and 9fm. Plus a look back at "The Communist Song" by The KumQuats.




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:








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