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Dan Aubrey to give a talk on Joseph Bonaparte at Trenton City Museum

(TRENTON, NJ) -- The life and loves of noted area 19th century beauty Annette Savage will be the topic of a talk Saturday, February 9, 2025 at Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie. Titled "Le Jeu de l'Amour," the program, led by journalist and writer Dan Aubrey, will explore how Napoleon’s brother and former King of Spain, Joseph Bonaparte, and his American mistress, Annette Savage, found passion and pain in the Trenton and Bordentown region of New Jersey. The event runs from from 2:00pm to 4:00pm.



Events This Week in New Jersey from January 28 to February 3, 2025

Here is a look at upcoming events taking place from January 28 to February 3, 2025 along with our featured listings. New Jersey Stage offers previews of events throughout the Garden State as well as select shows in New York City and Philadelphia areas.



The Newton Theatre presents Texas Flood featuring Tommy Katona

(NEWTON, NJ) -- Texas Flood featuring Tommy Katona comes to The Newton Theatre on Sunday, March 30, 2025 at 7:00pm. They have become one of the premier blues bands in all of North Texas.



This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from January 28 to February 3, 2025

Here is a look at shows taking place from January 28 to February 3, 2025 along with our featured listings and a look at some upcoming shows. New Jersey Stage offers previews of concerts throughout the Garden State as well as select shows in New York City and Philadelphia areas.








MPAC presents Grammy-winning Gospel Musical Group The Blind Boys of Alabama on Friday

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Six-time Grammy-winning gospel group The Blind Boys of Alabama, who state they are the longest running group in American music, will perform at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) on Friday, January 31, 2025. Jeiris Cook opens the night. Showtime is 8:00pm.



This Week in Theatre: Previews for Plays Taking Place January 28 to February 3, 2025

Here are previews of plays taking place from January 28 to February 3, 2025 including a look at productions currently being presented and those coming soon. New Jersey Stage covers Equity, community, college, and high school theatre. Check back every week for the weekly theatre preview.



Outpost in the Burbs presents Willy Porter

Due to unforeseen circumstances, this show has been cancelled. Refund requests can be sent to [email protected]



Amy Poehler and Tina Fey's Restless Leg Tour comes to New Jersey in June

(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- Comedy icons, writers, producers, actresses and Saturday Night Live alumni Amy Poehler and Tina Fey's Restless Leg Tour will continue into 2025 including two shows at Ovation Hall at Ocean Casino Resort in Atlantic City on Saturday, June 21 and a performance at the Prudential Center in Newark on Sunday, June 22 at 6:00pm.



NJPAC presents Kashmir featuring Jean Violet celebrating the 50th Anniversary of "Physical Graffiti"

(NEWARK, NJ) -- The New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents Kashmir - The Spirit of Led Zeppelin Live! on Friday, September 19, 2025 at 8:00pm. Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Physical Graffiti with Kashmir, one of the most popular Led Zeppelin-inspired bands, featuring vocalist Jean Violet. This group is more than just a tribute band; it offers an immersive experience that brings the iconic music of Led Zeppelin to life.







 

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"Slanted

"Slanted Floors" returns to its Greenpoint Apartment

(NEW YORK, NY) -- Following critical acclaim and sold-out performances, Slanted Floors — hailed by the Daily Beast as "one of New York's most unique and exclusive pieces of theatre" — returns for a strictly limited five-week engagement in its original Greenpoint apartment setting. Performances will run May 26 through June 26, 2026, with 150 seats available.



Arden

Arden Theatre Company presents "Dear Evan Hansen"

(PHILADELPHIA, PA) -- Arden Theatre Company brings the Tony Award-winning musical, Dear Evan Hansen, to the F. Otto Haas Stage this spring. Featuring a book by Steven Levenson and music and lyrics by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, the production is directed by Terrence J. Nolen and co-conceived by Jorge Cousineau and Nolen. Performances begin May 21, the show opens May 27, and runs through July 5, 2026.



Paper

Paper Mill Playhouse presents "West Side Story"

(MILLBURN, NJ) -- Paper Mill Playhouse presents West Side Story, the final production of Paper Mill's 2025-2026 season, from May 28 through June 28, 2026. An enduring masterpiece based on a conception of Jerome Robbins, West Side Story reimagines Romeo and Juliet in 1950s New York, where young lovers Tony and Maria dare to dream of a future together as rival gangs the Jets and the Sharks clash for control of the streets.



MPAC

MPAC Announces Free Summer Concert Lineup for 2026

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Mayo Performing Arts Center's Arts in the Community free summer concert schedule for 2026 has been announced. MPAC will present six free concerts between June and August. The lineup includes the return of three of their most popular events – Bollywood Dance Party, Country Line Dancing and Salsa at Sunset, as well as singer-songwriters, and more.



Cape

Cape May Stage presents "What the Constitution Means to Me"

(CAPE MAY, NJ) -- Cape May Stage presents What the Constitution Means to Me by Heidi Schreck from June 3-28, 2026. Fifteen-year-old Heidi earned her college tuition by winning constitutional debate competitions across the country. In this electrifying and deeply personal play, she revisits that teenage self to explore how the U.S. Constitution has shaped her life — and how it continues to shape all of ours.












LATEST COLUMNS


Makin Waves Song of the Week: "I Will Walk You Home” by Wiser Time

Wiser Time, aka Central Jersey singer-songwriter-guitarist Carmen Sclafani, just dropped his latest album, "There’s A Change A-Comin'," on his own Wiser Time Music. The closing focus track, "I Will Walk You Home," is the Makin Waves Song of the Week.




BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 6/15/26

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 with this column. This week Lazlo takes a look at new releases by Night Windows; Bionic Rhoda; The Mighty Alrighty; Danello, The Sad Surfer; Wiser Time; and Mars Kushi. Plus a look back at "Hot Town" by Chris Rockwell.




Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Under the Carousel" by Josh Herman

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Under the Carousel," the latest video from North Jersey singer-songwriter Josh Herman.








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