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MPAC presents Back to the Eighties Show with Jessie's Girl on Thursday

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) presents Back to the Eighties Show with Jessie's Girl on Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 7:30pm. Back by popular demand! This the world's greatest tribute to the music of the '80s!



Middletown Summer Concert Series presents Goldenseal

(MIDDLETOWN, NJ) -- Goldenseal will kick off Middletown's Summer Concert Series on Wednesday, July 29, 2025 with a free concert on the Middletown Arts Center lawn. Showtime is 7:00pm.



Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Alexis P Suter Band on Saturday

(TUCKERTON, NJ) -- The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Alexis P Suter Band on Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 7:30pm. The band is touring in support of their latest album, Just Stay High, which was released on June 6th by Nola Blue Records.



REVIEW: “The Mallard” at Premiere Stages

by Gary Wien
published 2025-07-22

Nine years ago, Premiere Stages introduced me to the playwright Vincent Delaney with a production of Las Cruces. I thought he had a masterful ability to pull a topic right out of the day's headlines and place it into a story that showed the affect it had on real lives - turning the stories from mere statistics into something more. After seeing his latest work at Premiere Stages, I am fully convinced of his ability.








Eagle Theatre Hit By SUV, Seeks Donations For Repairs

(HAMMONTON, NJ) -- On Friday, July 18, 2025 at around 11:20pm, an SUV backed into and severely damaged the side doors of the Eagle Theatre while leaving a nearby parking spot.



The Drew Forum at MPAC presents Mitt Romney

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Drew University has announced that Mitt Romney, former Senator and Republican nominee for President, will be the first speaker in the three-part 2025-2026 Drew Forum series at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC). The event will be held on Monday, September 29, 2025 at 7:30pm.



Buddy Guy's "Damn Right Encore" Tour LIVE! at The Basie

by Spotlight Central
published 2025-07-22

Spotlight Central and Love Imagery have photos and a recap of Buddy Guy at Count Basie Center for the Arts on July 14, 2025.



NJPAC presents comedian Tacarra Williams

(NEWARK, NJ) -- New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents rising comedy star Tacarra Williams on Saturday, October 11, 2025 at 7:00pm. Known for her raw honesty, commanding presence, and irresistible warmth, Williams will headline the Victoria Theater with a performance that’s as hilarious as it is empowering.



bergenPAC adds Pat Benatar Book Release, STYX, Morris Day, Jay Leno, Sugarhill Gang, and Mark Feinstein to the Upcoming Calendar

(ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) is excited to announce six new shows for this season. In September, Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo visit bergenPAC to release their book My Grandma and Grandpa Rock and there will be a performance by STYX later a few weeks later; November includes performances by Morris Day & The Time, The Sugarhill Gang, and Jay Leno; and December now includes a performance by Mark Feinstein.







 

EVENT PREVIEWS

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.












LATEST COLUMNS


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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