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This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from November 26 to December 3, 2024

Here is a look at upcoming shows taking place from November 26 to December 3, 2024 along with our featured listings. New Jersey Stage offers previews of concerts throughout the Garden State as well as select shows in New York City and Philadelphia areas.



This Week in Theatre: Previews for Plays Taking Place November 26 to December 3, 2024

Here are previews of plays taking place from November 26 to December 3, 2024 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.



Zimmerli Art Museum has named Jeremiah William McCarthy as Chief Curator

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- The Zimmerli Art Museum has named Jeremiah William McCarthy as Chief Curator. In this new role, effective January 6, 2025, McCarthy will serve on the Museum's senior leadership team and participate in shaping its mission and vision. He will oversee the Museum's curatorial department and assume responsibility for the Museum's scholarly and artistic program while managing the development of the Museum's permanent collection and exhibitions.



The Princeton Folk Music Society announces its 60th Anniversary Concert Season

(PRINCETON, NJ) -- The Princeton Folk Music Society will be celebrating its 60th anniversary in 2025 and is hosting a year-long special program of concert events to honor the occasion.








The Center for Holocaust, Genocide, and Human Rights Education at Ocean County College will present​​​​​​​ Entartete Kunst (Degenerate Art): The Nazi Assault on the Avant Garde

(TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- The Center for Holocaust, Genocide, and Human Rights Education at Ocean County College will present Entartete Kunst (Degenerate Art): The Nazi Assault on the Avant Garde on Wednesday, December 4, 2024 on the OCC Main Campus in Toms River. This lecture is free and open to the public.



The Art House Gallery presents The 7th Annual Affordable Art Show

(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Art House Productions will present the 7th Annual Affordable Art Show, curated by Andrea McKenna, from Friday, December 6, 2024, to Saturday, January 18, 2025. Featuring over 400 works of art by 138 local artists, all priced at $500 or less, the Affordable Art Show highlights an incredible variety of unique, gift-ready pieces. This year's collection includes paintings, photography, small sculptures, handmade gifts, jewelry, and more—perfect for holiday shopping or adding to your personal collection.



Broadway Stars Will Shine in Philharmonic of Southern NJ Holiday Pops

(VOORHEES, NJ) -- The Philharmonic of Southern New Jersey will be joined by John Pinto, Jr. and Jaron Barney from Broadway's "The Book of Mormon" in its annual Holiday Pops concert Sunday, December 8, 2024 at Eastern Regional High School in Voorhees. The orchestra will play under the baton of PSNJ Conductor Laureate Matthew Oberstein. Showtime is 3:00pm.



New Jersey Stage: Daily Edition 11-26-24

Here is the morning update from New Jersey's arts newswire. We regularly publish between 8-15 new articles and news reports each day. Nobody covers the Arts throughout the Garden State like New Jersey Stage!





State Theatre New Jersey presents Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland on Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 3:00pm & 8:00pm. Featuring awe-inspiring acrobatics, gravity-defying aerial feats, and talented musicians and singers, Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland takes audiences on a spectacular journey into a world of music, cirque, and wonder.







 

EVENT PREVIEWS

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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