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East Lynne Theater Company Hosts Special Stockton University Night at 'Every Brilliant Thing'

(CAPE MAY, NJ) -- Cape May's award-winning, Equity professional East Lynne Theater Company, will host a special evening for Stockton University students to experience Duncan Macmillan's globally celebrated play Every Brilliant Thing on Thursday, August 28, 2025. Part of the "Talkback Thursday" mental health sessions that have taken place throughout the run of the show, this panel will feature Tara O'Keefe, MA, LCADC, RDT, CTP, Addictions Counselor Supervisor at Stockton University on the topic of "Creative Coping: The Arts and Mental Health."



American Repertory Ballet Announces 2025-26 Season

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- A beloved performing arts institution for over 70 years, led by Interim Artistic Director Samantha Dunster with Artistic Associate Gillian Murphy and Artist in Residence Ethan Stiefel, American Repertory Ballet (ARB) announces a 2025-26 season that elevates its classic repertoire alongside exciting new works, continuing to strengthen the company's unique voice within the community.



Ocean County Library LBI Branch presents Art by Carol Freas

(SURF CITY, NJ) -- The Long Beach Island Branch of the Ocean County Library presents an exhibit of works by Carol Freas from September 2 to October 16, 2025. Patrons can immerse themselves in Freas's watercolor paintings, which bring Barnegat Light's iconic fishing village to life.



An Interview with Isaac Hickox-Young and Billie Wyatt

by Gary Wien
published 2025-08-22

Set in a time of deadly civil division, Shakespeare's masterful tragedy, Romeo and Juliet, continues to hold up a heartbreaking mirror to our world. In a society ravaged by hate and violence, two young people unexpectedly find love. Isaac Hickox-Young and Billie Wyatt play the fateful couple in Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey's production. Directed by Artistic Director Emerita Bonnie J. Monte, the production runs from September 10 through October 5, 2025.








PHOTOS from "Buddy, The Buddy Holly Story!" at Surflight Theatre

by John Posada
published 2025-08-22

(BEACH HAVEN, NJ) -- Surflight Theatre brings back the Broadway hit musical Buddy, The Buddy Holly Story! now through September 7, 2025. Collin Yates stars as Buddy Holly in this journey through the legendary musician's life over the years (1936-1959, respectively). Photographer John Posada was on hand to take photos.



Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Can’t Get the Better of Me" by Scott McDonald

by Bob Makin
published 2025-08-22

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Can't Get the Better of Me" from Scott McDonald's brand new Bongo Boy Records debut album, "See It Through."



New Jersey Stage: Daily Edition 08-22-25

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!





Luna Stage's "RIFT" Wins Prestigious Scotsman Fringe First Award in Edinburgh

(WEST ORANGE, NJ) -- Luna Stage's RIFT received the prestigious The Scotsman Fringe First Award in August, recognizing "outstanding new writing premiered at the Edinburgh Fringe." The play, written by Gabriel Jason Dean, was commissioned by Luna Stage and premiered at the West Orange theatre in 2024, directed by Ari Laura Kreith and starring Matt Monaco and Blake Stadnik. The Luna creative team partnered with UK-based Richard Jordan Productions and the Traverse Theatre to bring the RIFT to Edinburgh.



Jersey Arts TV: New Interactive Exhibition at ArtYard Lets You Feel Like a Kid Again

by Gina Marie Rodriguez & Dave Tavani, JerseyArts.com
published 2025-08-21

ArtYard is an incubator for creative expression and a catalyst for collaborations that reveal the transformational power of art. Exemplifying that power is one of their more recent exhibitions, "Synchronizing Uncertainty" by artist Brian House.







 

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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.



Hunterdon

Hunterdon Hills Playhouse presents "Some Enchanted Evening"

(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.












LATEST COLUMNS


BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 5/4/26

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 Teen Idle, Rich Lancia, Somebody Club, Suede Aces, and Exit Eleven. Plus a look back at "Songs for the Moon" by The Porchistas.




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 05/02/2026

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.




Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Make It Happen" by Mike Chick

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.








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