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Light Opera of New Jersey presents Madama Butterfly at the Sieminski Theater

(BASKING RIDGE, NJ) -- Light Opera of New Jersey presents Madama Butterfly at the Sieminski Theater February 8-9, 2025. One of the most beloved of all operas, Puccini's Madama Butterfly premiered in 1904 and has enthralled audiences ever since.



Stockton's Esports Teams Advance to Garden State Collegiate Circuit Finals on February 22nd in AC

(GALLOWAY, NJ) -- The Stockton University esports team will compete for Garden State Esports (GSE) Collegiate Circuit titles after a dominating performance on December 10, 2024 at an in-person competition on campus.



SoundSurge: An Epic Mutual Aid Concert to Hit LBI in February

(LONG BEACH ISLAND, NJ) -- Get ready for a musical revolution this winter! On Sunday, February 16, 2025, Joe Pop's Shore Bar in Ship Bottom will host SoundSurge, a dynamic and unforgettable mutual aid concert event featuring the release of Chris Rockwell's album Rockwell Rebel Radio II, a new single from singer/songwriter Izzy Miz, and the official launch of Soundsmith Records, an Ocean County based black-owned record label created by educator and recording artist Chill Smith. This amped-up celebration will also serve as a goods & supply drive, supporting the community by collecting food and items benefiting local non-profit Bright Harbor Healthcare's Street Outreach Services (SOS) program in Ocean County.



Top 15 Most Read Stories At New Jersey Stage From December 22-28, 2024

Here's a look at the top 15 most read articles published at New Jersey Stage from December 22-28, 2024. 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 4 counties in New Jersey (Essex, Monmouth, Morris, and Ocean) with ten of the fifteen articles being feature articles or columns.








Micky Dolenz LIVE! at BergenPAC

by Spotlight Central
published 2024-12-28

Daydream believers inside Englewood, NJ's BergenPAC auditorium this Sunday, December 15, 2024 evening ready themselves for a concert of Songs and Stories by the sole surviving member of The Monkees, Micky Dolenz.



Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Biscuit Plays Buddy Miles

** THIS EVENT IS BEING RESCHEDULED **(TUCKERTON, NJ) -- Drummer, singer, songwriter, musical director, and producer James "Biscuit" Rouse recently released his first solo album titled "Biscuit and Buddy" after working as a sought-after drummer and vocalist in many bands. He will play the music of Buddy (plus additional music from A Band of Gypsies) at The Lizzie Rose Music Room (date to be rescheduled).



Ocean County Library Waretown Branch to Screen "In Remembrance of Martin"

(WARETOWN, NJ) -- The Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King forever holds a special spot in the hearts and minds of everyone who seeks equality and freedom. Celebrate this towering figure during our screening of In Remembrance of Martin at the Ocean County Library Waretown Branch on Monday, January 20, 2025. The screening begins at 6:00pm.



The Princeton Folk Music Society presents Mari Black

(PRINCETON, NJ) —- The Princeton Folk Music Society presents an evening of virtuosic violin music with multistyle violinist and champion fiddler Mari Black on Friday, January 17, 2025 at Christ Congregation Church. Mari's energetic playing, sparkling stage presence, and dynamic performances have made her a favorite with audiences across the country and around the world. Showtime is 8:00pm.



Dr. Victor Parsonnet, Board Chair Emeritus of New Jersey Symphony, passed away peacefully on December 23rd

(NEWARK, NJ) -- New Jersey Symphony has been informed by the family of Dr. Victor Parsonnet that he passed away peacefully on December 23, 2024, at the age of 100. Dr. Parsonnet, who served as chairman of the New Jersey Symphony from 1991–2007 before being appointed Board Chair Emeritus in 2008, was an internationally acclaimed heart surgeon who practiced medicine for over 60 years.







 

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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.



Hunterdon

Hunterdon Hills Playhouse presents "Some Enchanted Evening"

(HAMPTON, NJ) -- Hunterdon Hills Playhouse presents Some Enchanted Evening from April 7 through May 16, 2026. This is a celebration of songs that have become a part of our lives. We sing them in the shower and we sing them to entertain and amuse.












LATEST COLUMNS


Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 05/02/2026

Due to a death in the family, the "Sound Bites" weekly column has ben postponed for this week. However, the listings of live music and entertainment are enclosed; we shall return on Thursday May 7 which happens to be the same day as the monthly "Rock On Radio" Happy Hour at the Nottingham Tavern located at 9 Mercer Street in Hamilton Square, NJ with music by Carmen Marranco.




Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Make It Happen" by Mike Chick

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Make It Happen" by Asbury Park Yawn Mower legend Mike Chick from "Congarts," his third solo album and second for Mint 400 Records.




Lighty's Corner: April 30, 2026

The second episode of Lighty’s Corner is live! This is a bi-weekly recorded radio show presenting new rock music from around the globe. Each of the 15 new tracks played were received via email within the last two weeks - a practice I hope to continue each time.








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