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Riverside Gallery presents "Currents of Being" - a Solo Exhibition of works by Andrea Geller

(HACKENSACK, NJ) -- Riverside Gallery presents "Currents of Being" - a Solo Exhibition of works by Andrea Geller from August 22 through September 13, 2025. The New Jersey–based artist's evocative paintings explore the deeply personal and collective relationship between people and water.



Two River Theater presents World Premiere of "The Monsters"

(RED BANK, NJ) -- Two River Theater presents the world premiere of The Monsters, a sibling love story, written and directed by Ngozi Anyanwu (Good Grief, The Homecoming Queen, The Last of the Love Letters). Commissioned by TRT and presented as a co-production with Manhattan Theatre Club, this powerful new drama will run in the intimate Marion Huber Theater from November 1–23, 2025.



Art House Productions and Kenia Rosete Dance presents Focus - An Innovative Choreography Series

(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Art House Productions and Kenia Rosete Dance presents Focus - An Innovative Choreography Series on Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 7:30pm. Take a journey into the world of contemporary dance.



Westfield Community Players presents "Much Ado about Nothing" set in the Jazz Age

(WESTFIELD, NJ) -- Westfield Community Players presents Shakespeare's Much Ado about Nothing with flappers and gangsters a la Al Capone? Performances run across three weekends (October 11-25, 2025).








Phoenix Productions presents "Fiddler on the Roof"

(RED BANK, NJ) -- Phoenix Productions presents Fiddler on the Roof at Count Basie Center for the Arts September 26-28, 2025. Winning nine Tony Awards in its 1964 debut, the classic musical is set in the little village of Anatevka in the early 1900s.



NJPAC presents Rock and Roll Hall of Famer John Fogerty

(NEWARK, NJ) -- John Fogerty is a true American treasure and will perform at New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 7:30pm. As the founder of Creedence Clearwater Revival, His career spans over 50 years and he is celebrated as one of the most influential musicians in rock history.



Hunterdon Art Museum presents Annual Members Show

(CLINTON, NJ) -- The Hunterdon Art Museum is pleased to announce the Annual Members Show featuring the diverse talents of 35 artists from September 21, 2025 to January 11, 2026. This annual exhibition features artists working in a wide range of media including ceramics, sculpture, glass, wood, fiber, printmaking, oil and acrylic painting, photography, and collage.



CDC Theatre Announces Lineup For 107th Season

(CRANFORD, NJ) -- The curtain rises once more at CDC Theatre, the heart of Cranford's vibrant arts scene and New Jersey’s oldest continuously producing community theater! The theatre is pleased to announce its spectacular 107th season: The Shark Is Broken, October 10-19; Frosted, December 5-14; It Shoulda Been You, February 13-March 1; and Fiddler On The Roof, May 1-17. As the lights glow on their historic stage, they invite theater lovers, families, and friends to join them for a season filled with heart, humor, and unforgettable artistry.



Princeton Folk Music Society presents The Ebony Hillbillies

(PRINCETON, NJ) -- The Princeton Folk Music Society presents The Ebony Hillbillies on Friday, September 19, 2025 at Christ Congregation Church. Sometimes called "the last African-American String Band in America," The Ebony Hillbillies are known for their mix of pop, country, bluegrass, folk and jazz. Showtime is 8:00pm.







 

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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.



Arden

Arden Children's Theatre presents "The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales"

(PHILADELPHIA, PA) -- This spring, Arden Children's Theatre invites families into a hilariously twisted world where classic fairy tales don't go quite as expected in its next production of the 2025/26 season, The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales (The Stinky Cheese Man). Based on the beloved book by Jon Scieszka and Lane Smith, adapted by John Glore, the production brings the book's fractured fairy tales to life for kids and adults alike. Directed by Steve Pacek, the production runs on the Arden’s Arcadia stage with previews starting April 8, opening night on April 18, with performances running through May 31.



Haddon

Haddon Township to Hold 4th Annual String Band Parade

(HADDON TOWNSHIP, NJ) -- The Camden County Board of Commissioners, along with Haddon Township, invites residents and visitors to the fourth annual String Band Parade down Haddon Ave, featuring the Philadelphia Mummers String Bands on Saturday, May 30, 2026 from 4:00pm to 6:00pm. (note: it was rescheduled from April 25th due to the weather)



Hitchcock

Hitchcock Meets Hilarious: Bergen County Players presents "The 39 Steps"

(ORADELL, NJ) -- Fresh off being named the top live music or theater venue by 201 Magazine's "Best of Bergen" readers, Bergen County Players (BCP) invites audiences to brace themselves for a whirlwind of espionage and outrageous comedy with the Tony Award-winning The 39 Steps, which runs weekends from May 2-31, 2026. Directed by BCP life member Steve Bell, this breakneck adaptation of Alfred Hitchcock's 1935 film classic blends film noir suspense with Monty Python-style absurdity.



McCarter

McCarter Theatre Center presents "Mrs. Christie" - a new comedy-mystery by Heidi Armbruster

(PRINCETON, NJ) -- McCarter Theatre Center presents Mrs. Christie, a witty new comedy-mystery by Heidi Armbruster, from May 6–31, 2026. The production is directed by BOLD Associate Artistic Director Donya K. Washington in her McCarter directorial debut.












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Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Shine" by Helen O'Shea feat. Michelle Moore

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Shine" by Princeton singer-songwriter Helen O'Shea. The song from Helen's latest album, "“Songs in the Key O," features E Street Band backing vocalist Michelle Moore.




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 05/21/2026

"I'm enjoying the beautiful weather here in Florida, I live in Orlando. I used to live in Nashville for about six years but I'm originally from Transylvania, Romania," said an excited Alex Kilroy as he happily discussed the release of his album "Break My Chains," his classical training, Vince Gill and more.




This Week in Comedy: May 19-25, 2026

Here's a look at comedy shows taking place across the state from May 19 to May 25, 2026. New Jersey Stage compiles this list from comedy clubs, casinos, and performing arts centers








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