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Middletown Arts Center to host Summer Antique, Vintage, and Collectibles Marketplace

(MIDDLETOWN, NJ) -- The Middletown Arts Center presents the Antique, Vintage, & Collectibles Marketplace on Saturday, August 16, 2025, from 9:00am to 3:00pm. The inaugural event will feature over four dozen vendors offering a huge selection of unique and one-of-a-kind antiques including vinyl records, costume jewelry, vintage clothing, collectibles, postcards, toys, dolls, Military and so much more. Admission is $5.



"How to Thrive in a World of Constant Chaos" - Ocean County Library Virtual Author Talk with Dr. Tasha Eurich

(TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- Learn how to master the daily grind and become shatterproof in a tumultuous world with key insights by Dr. Tasha Eurich as she talks about her newest book, Shatterproof: How to Thrive in a World of Constant Chaos (And why resilience alone isn’t enough). This free, virtual talk will take place on Thursday, August 28, 2025. The event begins at 2:00pm.



New Jersey Youth Symphony performs "Microvids" on PARMA Recordings

(NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ) -- The New Jersey Youth Symphony (NJYS), a program of Wharton Arts, proudly announces the commercial release of Microvids, an evocative new album now streaming worldwide via PARMA Recordings. Featuring 19 miniature movements for piano and orchestra, Microvids is a pandemic-inspired work by acclaimed composer Stefania de Kenessey, performed with expressive nuance by pianist Donna Weng Friedman and the NJYS Youth Symphony under the baton of Helen H. Cha-Pyo.



Mid Atlantic Arts Announces New Board Member and Election of Officers

(BALTIMORE, MD) -- At its June 2025 annual board meeting, Mid Atlantic Arts welcomed a new board member (Geoffrey Kershner ) and elected its 2025-2026 officers. Two of the officers: Donna Walker-Kuhne (Chair) and John McEwen (Secretary) have connections to the New Jersey arts world.








Christian McBride releases "Old Folks" featuring Samara Joy

On July 30, 2025, nine-time GRAMMY® Award winning bassist / composer Christian McBride released a stunning rendition of the beloved jazz standard "Old Folks" featuring five-time GRAMMY® Award winner Samara Joy. It's the second single from McBride's upcoming release Without Further Ado, Vol 1, a new album featuring his acclaimed big band and an all star cast of special guests.



bergenPAC presents The Encore Series: Kansas with NJ Symphony

(ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) is excited to unveil The Encore Series, a three-part celebration of music, culture, and community. These exclusive soirées bring together unforgettable performances, elevated experiences, and a shared passion for the arts. This first show will kick off the nonprofit organization's fundraising efforts for the season.



North Star Theater Company presents "Something Rotten!"

(SPARTA, NJ) -- North Star Theater Company presents the smash Broadway hit Something Rotten! from July 31 through August 3, 2025 at the Sussex County Technical School's McNeice Auditorium. This is​​​​​​​ a fast-paced musical comedy filled with hilarious showbiz nods and toe-tapping numbers.



WXPN Welcomes Joey Sweeney as New Saturday Host of "Sleepy Hollow"

(PHILADELPHIA, PA) -- WXPN, the non-commercial, member-supported radio station of the University of Pennsylvania, is pleased to announce that acclaimed Philadelphia writer, musician, and creative director Joey Sweeney will become the new Saturday morning host of Sleepy Hollow, beginning Saturday, August 9, 2025.



Aztec Two-Step 2.0 presents The Simon & Garfunkel Songbook at Bell Theater

(HOLMDEL, NJ) -- The iconic career of the enduring folk-rock duo Simon & Garfunkel will be chronicled in an entertaining music and multimedia stage show presented by Aztec Two-Step 2.0 at the Bell Theater on Saturday, August 16, 2025. 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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