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The Newton Theatre presents Sierra Hull & John Craigie

(NEWTON, NJ) -- Sierra Hull & John Craigie come to The Newton Theatre on Sunday, October 5, 2025. Sierra is one of the most dynamic voices in bluegrass and Americana. John has mastered the art of creating live shows that feel more like intimate conversations than performances. Showtime is 7:00pm.



NJPAC presents Carlos Varela with special guest Diana Fuentes

(NEWARK, NJ) -- New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents Carlos Varela with special guest Diana Fuentes on Friday, November 21, 2025 at 7:30pm. Known as the "Poet of Havana", the immensely popular Cuban singer-songwriter Carlos Varela has dedicated his 30-year music career to expressing "the problems of my people."



Grant Writing Workshops begin Tuesday, June 24 to kick off Middlesex County's 2026 Arts, History, and Historic Preservation and Capital grant application cycle

(MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ) -- The 2026 Middlesex County grant cycle begins this summer with funding opportunities for municipalities and local nonprofit organizations in support of arts, history, and folklife programming and facilities in Middlesex County. These grants are offered by the Arts Institute of Middlesex County and the Board of County Commissioners to be used for Arts, History, Historic Preservation, and Capital projects. Projects must serve the public and take place in Middlesex County.



"The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance" Returns to NYC for an Off-Broadway Run at The Gene Frankel Theatre

(NEW YORK, NY) -- After a critically acclaimed run in 2022, The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance returns to The Gene Frankel Theatre for a limited Off- Broadway run. Thomas R. Gordon, Artistic Director of The Onomatopoeia Theatre Company, directs the production. The revival runs June 26 to July 26, 2025.








Summit Playhouse Receives $9,000 Grant From The Summit Foundation

(SUMMIT, NJ) -- The Summit Playhouse announced that they recently received a $9,000 grant from The Summit Foundation. This incredible support will allow them to purchase new digital microphones for their actors, enhancing the audio quality and overall experience for their audiences.



Panasonic LUMIX Launches "LUMIX EDU" Program for Students and Educators Nationwide

(NEWARK, NJ) -- /PRNewswire/ -- Panasonic LUMIX is proud to announce the launch of LUMIX EDU, a new initiative designed to support the next generation of filmmakers, photographers, and content creators. Now live just in time for back-to-school season, the program offers exclusive discounts, educational content, and creative opportunities tailored to students, educators, and academic institutions looking to elevate their visual storytelling programs.



Top 15 Most Read Stories At New Jersey Stage from June 15-21, 2025

Here's a look at the top 15 most read articles published at New Jersey Stage from June 15-21, 2025. Each week we publish about 70 articles, including several original columns and features, along with news releases for events happening throughout the state and nearby areas like Philadelphia and New York City. This week's top 15 includes articles from 10 counties in New Jersey (Atlantic, Bergen, Camden, Cumberland, Essex, Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, Union, and Warren.)



"Share the Love" with Darlene Love LIVE! at SOPAC

by Spotlight Central
published 2025-06-21

Spotlight Central and Love Imagery have photos and a recap of SOPAC Celebrates: Share the Love featuring a performance by Darlene Love.



South Jersey Jazz Society is accepting applications for its 2025 Bob Simon Scholarship

The South Jersey Jazz Society is accepting applications for their 2025 Bob Simon Scholarship now through September 30, 2025. It will be presented to the most qualified student demonstrating his/her work as a promising jazz instrumentalist or vocalist. This award is available to middle and high school students in Atlantic, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, and Ocean counties.







 

EVENT PREVIEWS

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.



Morven

Morven Museum & Garden's Grand Homes & Gardens returns with a new series for America's 250th

(PRINCETON, NJ) -- Morven Museum & Garden's popular speaker series Grand Homes & Gardens returns for 2026. Coinciding with the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, Freedom at Home: Telling the Full Story of America's Founding Homes and Gardens examines four estates belonging to five signers of the Declaration: William Paca, Richard Henry Lee, Francis Lightfoot Lee, Thomas Jefferson, and Arthur Middleton.



Faith

Faith and Frosting Collide in "The Cake" at Bergen County Players

(ORADELL, NJ) -- Enjoy a touching and topical dramedy as love clashes with conscience in Bergen County Players' (BCP) production of The Cake. The play, written by Bekah Brunstetter, producer/writer for the hit TV series This Is Us, is directed by Carol Fisher of Teaneck. It opens March 14 and runs through April 11, 2026 at the Little Firehouse Theatre in Oradell.












LATEST COLUMNS


BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 4/6/26

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 each week with this column. This week Lazlo takes a look at new releases by Ali Zanders, Sam Tunkel, Brian Westervelt, Jay Ingstrup, A Halo Called Fred, Damfino, Regency Club, and Night Windows. Plus a look back at "This American Life" by Diego Allessandro.




Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Promises" by Dave Vargo

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Promises" from Jersey Shore-based roots rocker Dave Vargo's latest album, "Ghost Towns."




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 04/02/2026

"Yeah, we are looking forward to it," said guitarist Johnny A of The Johnny A Trio just prior to their recent New York City Iridium appearance.








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