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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!
“I Will Revenge This World With Love” S. Paradjanov starts from the director’s perspective in 2022 Moscow. We hear protestors crying, “No War! No War!” We see her thumb scroll through articles and eventually click on an interview of rebel artist Sergei Paradjanov. And so we start learning about him, over a dialogue with this powerful man, interviews with acclaimed artists and admirers of his, and the director’s journey into the enigma of his legacy.
(VINELAND, NJ) -- Cumberland Players presents Mr. Burns, A Post-Electric Play by Anne Washburn from September 19-21, 2025. What will endure when the cataclysm arrives – when the grid fails, society crumbles, and we’re faced with the task of rebuilding?
(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- Comedian Sebastian Maniscalco starts a run at Ovation Hall at Ocean Casino Resort on Thursday, September 18 at 8:00pm. He has performances September 18-21, September 25-28, 2025. Hailed by The New York Times as "the hottest comic in America," he is a record-breaking comedian with over two decades of unparalleled success.
(SOMERSET, NJ) -- Villagers Theatre's KidsVill series presents Beetlejuice, JR. weekends from September 12-21, 2025. It’s our show now, kid. The ghost-with-the-most comes to the stage in Beetlejuice JR., the frightfully funny musical based on the beloved motion picture turned Broadway phenomenon.
(SURF CITY, NJ) -- In one amazing two-year burst of inspiration, Giuseppe Verdi composed three of the world's most beloved operas that set a new path for the art form and secured his place in the opera pantheon. Maestro Robert Butts will discuss "Verdi's Trilogy: Il Trovatore, Rigoletto and La Traviata," on Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at the Ocean County Library Long Beach Island Branch. The event begins at 2:00pm.
(PORT MONMOUTH, NJ) -- From kayaking to sandcastle building, the Monmouth County Park System’s upcoming Wind & Sea Festival offers coastal activities that the whole family can enjoy. Held on Saturday, September 20, 2025 from 11:00am-5:00pm, this event takes place at Bayshore Waterfront Park in Port Monmouth.
(RIDGEWOOD, NJ) -- The Metaphysical Center of New Jersey is hosting a special concert featuring Dalien, aka 13Hands (Daniel McBride) on Saturday, September 27, 2025 at The Unitarian Society of Ridgewood. This is a fun-filled shamanic sound meditation, celebratory song, chanting and interactive event! Doors open at 6:30pm; Event begins at 7:00pm.
(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- On Thursday, September 25, 2025, award-winning actor, producer, and entrepreneur Ryan Reynolds will appear live at State Theatre New Jersey to host a special screening of John Candy: I Like Me. The event is part of a nationwide tour celebrating the life and legacy of beloved comedian John Candy. Showtime is 7:00pm.
(SAYREVILLE, NJ) -- The last two years have been a full circle moment for Finger Eleven. After 25 years, the Juno Award-winning band began criss-crossing America again with Creed. Just as when they were rising up, Finger Eleven's musical hunger has been renewed. See for yourself when the band headlines a night at the Starland Ballroom on Saturday, October 4, 2025. Support acts include Alien Ant Farm, BRKN LOVE, Common Wealth, and Sonoa.
(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.
(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.
(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.
(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.
(HAMPTON, NJ) -- Hunterdon Hills Playhouse presents Some Enchanted Evening from April 7 through May 16, 2026. This is a celebration of songs that have become a part of our lives. We sing them in the shower and we sing them to entertain and amuse.
Due to a death in the family, the "Sound Bites" weekly column has ben postponed for this week. However, the listings of live music and entertainment are enclosed; we shall return on Thursday May 7 which happens to be the same day as the monthly "Rock On Radio" Happy Hour at the Nottingham Tavern located at 9 Mercer Street in Hamilton Square, NJ with music by Carmen Marranco.
The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Make It Happen" by Asbury Park Yawn Mower legend Mike Chick from "Congarts," his third solo album and second for Mint 400 Records.
The second episode of Lighty’s Corner is live! This is a bi-weekly recorded radio show presenting new rock music from around the globe. Each of the 15 new tracks played were received via email within the last two weeks - a practice I hope to continue each time.
Here is a look at shows taking place this week along with our featured listings and a look at some upcoming shows. New Jersey Stage offers previews of concerts throughout the Garden State as well as select shows in New York City and Philadelphia areas
