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(ORADELL, NJ) -- Bergen County Players (BCP), one of America's longest-running little theater companies, presents The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical (Theatre for Young Audiences Edition), an "electrifying" (Newsday) musical adaptation of the New York Times best-selling novel written by Rick Riordan, with a limited holiday run at the Little Firehouse Theatre in Oradell from December 7-22, 2024.
(EMERSON, NJ) -- On December 14-15, 2024, Adelphi Orchestra and Ballet Arts will present "The Nutcracker" at River Dell High School. This year marks the third season in which Adelphi Orchestra, a professional, non-profit orchestra, and Ballet Arts, one of New York and New Jersey’s premiere ballet schools, partner to bring live music to this cherished holiday ballet.
(LAMBERTVILLE, NJ) -- An annual event at Music Mountain Theatre returns on Sunday, December 1, 2024. Join them when Santa stops by the theater! Enjoy some sweet treats, a fun craft to take home, and your very own photo with Santa himself!
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There's a moment late on in Andrea Arnold's Bird in which a fox walks into a pub from off the street and briefly looks at the camera. Clearly computer-generated, the creature bears such a resemblance to the fox from Lars von Trier's Antichrist that we half expect it to open its mouth and utter the words "Chaos reigns!"
(PRINCETON, NJ) -- Prepare to be captivated by the Renaissance Quartet, featuring violinists Randall Goosby and Jeremiah Blacklow, violist Jameel Martin, and cellist Daniel Hass. Graduates of the Juilliard School and mentored by the legendary Itzhak Perlman, the Quartet brings a unique blend of classical mastery and innovative flair to McCarter Theatre on Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 7:30pm. Known for reimagining chamber music traditions, this New York based ensemble combines technical excellence with a bold, forward-thinking approach that appeals to a diverse audience.
(TENAFLY, NJ) -- The ACC Gallery is hosting Yeajin Hong's Invitational Exhibition "Mystical Nostalgia" from November 11 to November 25, 2024. Hong, who lives in a coastal town in Connecticut, writes novels and prose that capture the experiences she had living among the nature, architecture, and people unique to New England.
(HACKETTSTOWN, NJ) -- Centenary Stage Company's Family Friendly, Holiday Spectacular: A Christmas Carol: The Musical will run in the Sitnik Theatre from November 29 through December 15, 2024, with many performance times and dates available, including some weekday matinees. This is a musical stage adaptation of Charles Dickens' classic story, featuring music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Lynn Ahrens, and a book by Lynn Ahrens and Mike Ockrent.
(CARTERET, NJ) -- With Hanukkah coinciding with Christmas and New Year's this year, Carteret is pulling out all the stops with three Borough-sponsored holiday events, plus several additional ticketed entertainment events at Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center.
(JACKSON, NJ) -- Six Flags Great Adventure's enchanting winter festival, Holiday in the Park, will return for its tenth season and bring the magic of the holidays to life. The event will run weekends and select days from November 23, 2024 through January 1, 2025 and transform the park into a dazzling winter wonderland featuring themed areas, festive entertainment and delightful seasonal treats. Access to Holiday in the Park is included with active season passes and single-day tickets.
(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.
(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.
(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.
(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 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.
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.
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.
The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Under the Carousel," the latest video from North Jersey singer-songwriter Josh Herman.
Here is a look at shows taking place this week 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
