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Tito Puente Jr. and His Latin Jazz Ensemble to Perform at Stockton PAC

(GALLOWAY, NJ) -- Inspired by his father's profound impact on Latin music, Tito Puente Jr. and his jazz ensemble will make a tour stop at Stockton University's Performing Arts Center on Saturday, April 5, 2025. Showtime is 7:30pm.



Adelphi Orchestra presents Northern Harmonies Concert featuring Violinist Matthew Hakkarainen

(RIVER EDGE, NJ) -- The Adelphi Orchestra, New Jersey's longest continuously performing orchestra, presents Northern Harmonies, a stirring concert showcasing the works of Sibelius, Grieg, and Svendsen under the baton of Maestro Kyunghun Kim. The concert takes place on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 3:00pm at the Broadway Presbyterian Church in New York City and on Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 2:00pm at the Fair Lawn Community Center in New Jersey.



The Bay Head Chapel presents A Taste of Opera and Broadway

(BAY HEAD, NJ) -- The Bay Head Chapel presents A Taste of Opera and Broadway with soprano, Julia Radosz and pianist, Chris Cooley on Sunday, April 6, 2025 from 4:00pm - 5:30pm.



New Jersey Ballet to present "LEGACY & VISION" and the World Premiere of Harrison Ball's "New Ancient Strings" at NJPAC

(NEWARK, NJ) -- With its 66-year legacy of excellence, the New Jersey Ballet under the extraordinary vision of the Company's Artistic Director Maria Kowroski, returns to the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) for a weekend performance series, Friday-Saturday, April 24-25, 2025 at 7:30pm. The exciting new program LEGACY & VISION centers around Twyla Tharp's Nine Sinatra Songs and a world premiere by Harrison Ball.








Monmouth University's Center for the Arts presents the 'Art on Screen' series

(WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ) -- Monmouth University's Center for the Arts presents the Art on Screen series which takes you into the Dawn of Impressionism and includes spotlights on Georgia O'Keeffe and Michelangelo.  Films are shown in the Pollak Theatre.



Art House Productions & Skyline Arts' Teen Broadway Company present "Pippin"

(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Art House Productions & Skyline Arts present Pippin April 5-6, 2025. With an infectiously unforgettable score from four-time Grammy winner, three-time Oscar winner and musical theatre giant, Stephen Schwartz, Pippin is the story of one young man's journey to be extraordinary.



The Levoy Theatre presents Zeppelin Reimagined

(MILLVILLE, NJ) -- The Levoy Theatre presents Zeppelin Reimagined on Saturday, April 5, 2025. It's a new show from the creators of Magical Mystery Doors. Doors are at 7:00pm, showtime is 8:00pm.



Local Poets Invited to Submit Poetry for Mercer County Library System's 4th Annual "A Poetry Happening: Mercer Poets Read"

Local poets and poetry enthusiasts are invited to submit and share their work for a special virtual poetry reading, an event celebrating the power of words and creative expression. Organized by Mercer County Library System, this online gathering offers a platform for poets to share their voices with a wider audience.



George Street Playhouse presents "The Shark is Broken" - a comedy about the making of "Jaws"

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- George Street Playhouse presents The Shark is Broken, written by Ian Shaw and Joseph Nixon (Spy), from April 29 through May 18, 2025. Directed by Peter Flynn (Fiddler on the Roof), the cast includes Jason Babinsky (Network) as Roy Scheider, Jeffrey M. Bender (A Time to Kill) as Robert Shaw, and Max Wolkowitz (The Sabbath Girl: The Musical) as Richard Dreyfuss.







 

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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.



Megan

Megan Thee Stallion to make her Broadway debut in "Moulin Rouge! The Musical"

(NEW YORK, NY) -- Producers of the Tony Award®-winning, record-breaking Broadway hit Moulin Rouge! The Musical have announced that three-time Grammy Award-winning superstar and actress Megan Thee Stallion will make her Broadway debut in the production as "Zidler", impresario of the titular nightclub. Taking the stage for a strictly limited 8-week engagement, Megan will light up the Al Hirshfeld Theatre from Tuesday, March 24th to Sunday, May 17, 2026, promising an unmissable, moment in the show's legendary run.



Paper

Paper Mill Playhouse presents "1776"

(MILLBURN, NJ) -- Paper Mill Playhouse presents 1776, the Tony Award-winning musical, from April 1 through May 2, 2026. It brings the story behind the creation of the Declaration of Independence to the stage with witty satire, compelling drama, and a thrilling score. With music and lyrics by Sherman Edwards and book by Peter Stone, 1776 follows John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, and their fellow delegates as they navigate fiery debates, political tensions, and personal conflicts in their struggle to unite thirteen colonies.












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This Week in Comedy: April 28 to May 4, 2026

Here's a look at comedy shows taking place across the state from April 28 to May 4, 2026. New Jersey Stage compiles this list from comedy clubs, casinos, and performing arts centers.




Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Dance of the Waxwing" by Pyrenesia

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Dance of the Waxwing" by the Lambertville-based gypsy jazz quartet Pyrenesia.




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 04/23/2026

April 26, 2009; 17 years to the day this Sunday that "Danny Coleman's Rock On Radio" took to the airwaves on WIFI 1460 AM radio. Can it be that long? The answer is yes it can be and yes it has. 








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