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Surflight Theatre presents "Buddy, the Buddy Holly Story!"

(BEACH HAVEN, NJ) -- Surflight Theatre brings back the Broadway hit musical Buddy, The Buddy Holly Story! from August 19 to September 7, 2025. Collin Yates stars as Buddy Holly in this journey through the legendary musician's life over the years (1936-1959, respectively). It is Collin's first time on the Surflight Theatre stage.



Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company Announces Inaugural New Dance Choreographer Residency and Commissions with Choreographer Peter Chu and Zhongmei Li

The Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company is pleased to announce a new resident choreographer program that will become part of the artistic anchor of the Company. In the upcoming year, the Company has invited two prominent Asian American choreographers to create new works as well as providing public and private workshops as part of the residency.



Brady Rymer Celebrates 25 Years of Family Music with New Album 'Baby Rhino'

(SOUTHOLD, NY) -- Three-time GRAMMY nominee Brady Rymer is celebrating a major milestone in his joyful journey through the world of family music. Marking 25 years of making heartfelt, high-energy tunes for kids and their grownups, Rymer is proud to announce the ambitious release of his second album of the year. His 14th studio album Baby Rhino—a rockin' companion to Sunny Side Up released in April 2025—will be available on all major streaming platforms on September 12, 2025.



Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Ghosts" by Chas and the Skylands Gang

by Bob Makin
published 2025-08-15

Releasing a new band's debut album at the ripe old age of 59, Charles "Chas" Sickles seeks to prove F. Scott Fitzgerald wrong. Central Jersey-based Chas and the Skylands Gang's "Youth and Wisdom" is strong evidence that life does have second act.








New Jersey Stage: Daily Edition 08-15-25

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!





NJPAC presents Neil deGrasse Tyson: An Astrophysicist Goes to the Movies Part II

(NEWARK, NJ) -- Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson, the beloved American astrophysicist, planetary scientist, author, and science communicator, is returning to the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on Sunday, November 30, 2025. This year, he will delve into a scientific analysis of iconic films such as Harry Potter, The Wizard of Oz, Mary Poppins, and 2001: A Space Odyssey. Join him as he examines the scientific inaccuracies and occasional truths portrayed in your favorite movies. The event begin at 3:00pm.



Enjoy music, craft beers, family fun at the Emlen Physick Estate during Harvest Brew Fest

(CAPE MAY, NJ) -- Celebrate the arrival of fall in South Jersey during Harvest Brew Fest, Saturday, September 13, 2025 from 10:00am to 5:00pm, a full day of celebration and relaxation after summer's end, presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture) and sponsored by PNC Bank, Madison Resorts, and Tito's Vodka. It’s all at the beautiful grounds of the Emlen Physick Estate (1048 Washington Street) in Cape May.



Take Part in a Virtual Conversation with Communication Expert Jefferson Fisher

(TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- Join in for a virtual conversation with communication expert Jefferson Fisher on Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 2:00pm. Fisher will talk about his new book, The Next Conversation: Argue Less, Talk More. No matter who you're talking to, The Next Conversation gives you immediately actionable strategies that will forever change how you communicate.



Montclair Film Announces Artwork for the 14th Annual Montclair Film Festival

(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- On August 14th, Montclair Film revealed the artwork for the fourteenth annual Montclair Film Festival. The bright, positive campaign was created by Philadelphia artist and creative entrepreneur, Kariem Young. Kariem used his vibrant, pop art style and fun colorful characters to create this year's festival poster. The image symbolizes how people from different perspectives can come together and find joy in a collective experience.







 

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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.



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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