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(NEWARK, NJ) -- Dr. Jordan B. Peterson—author, psychologist, educator, and Professor Emeritus at the University of Toronto—combines insights from ancient traditions with findings from modern research to offer valuable rules for living. He will share his knowledge at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 7:30pm.
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(HACKETTSTOWN, NJ) -- Centenary Stage Company's NEXTStage Repertory production of Soul Samurai by Qui Nguyen enters its second and final weekend of performances. The production continues its run through November 3rd in the Kutz Theatre of the Lackland Performing Arts Center of the Centenary University campus.
(TRENTON, NJ) -- On Saturday, November 16, 2024, the New Jersey Expo and Convention Center will transform into a haven for the eerie, the unusual, and the downright bizarre, as Darkside New Jersey Art & Oddities Market makes its debut. With over 150 vendors, live performances, and interactive experiences, this one-of-a-kind event promises to lure attendees into a shadowy world of dark art, peculiar goods, and immersive entertainment.
My first sight of Daniel Donato's Cosmic Country was a live stream of the Vail, Colorado 7/7/24 show. The vision in my screen popped into my mind like a 1950's cowboy cartoon. As they played, Tumblin' Tumbleweeds I saw cardboard cutouts of an old west town compete with cactus in the horizon and critters turning on a circle like a classic shooting gallery in rhythm to the music.
(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Wharton Arts, New Jersey's largest not-for-profit community performing arts education organization, announced that the New Jersey Youth Chorus (NJYC) will host the Voices of Joy Choral Festival on Saturday, November 16, 2024 at Dolan Hall, Annunciation Center at Saint Elizabeth University in Morristown.
(HACKENSACK, NJ) -- The Hackensack Performing Arts Center (HACPAC) announced the appointment of John T. Peters as its new Executive Director. Peters, a seasoned executive with decades of experience in management, marketing, public relations, and technology, will continue his current role as Executive Director of the Main Street Business Alliance (MSBA) while leading HACPAC into its next phase of growth.
(TEANECK, NJ) -- The Puffin Cultural Forum will screen the groundbreaking new documentary Ain't No Back to a Merry-Go-Round, from Emmy award-winning director Ilana Trachtman (Praying with Lior, Mariachi High, Black in Latin America) as part of the Teaneck International Film Festival on Sunday, November 10, 2024 at 4:45pm. The documentary is quickly becoming a lightning rod for heartfelt dialogue between the Black and Jewish communities, and celebrated in both communities' film festivals simultaneously. Ain't No Back won Best Documentary Feature at the DC Black Film Festival, and three weeks later went on to sell out all five nights of a limited theatrical run at the DC JCC.
(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- Atlantic City has been busy making its list for the upcoming holiday season! On Thursday, October 24, the destination's holiday plans were unveiled during a festive press conference at Tanger Outlets. Amidst a 40-foot tree, dancing elves, "Nutcracker" ballerinas, a special appearance by Santa, the Grinch and other holiday characters, a sneak peek of the 2024 Atlantic City Tinseltown Holiday Experience was provided, with stakeholders from across the resort sharing details of their holiday events.
(MILLBURN, NJ) -- Paper Mill Playhouse presents Irving Berlin's White Christmas: The Musical from November 27 to December 29, 2024. Based on the classic 1954 holiday film, it is a Technicolor Broadway musical extravaganza. The production is directed by Paper Mill's Producing Artistic Director Mark S. Hoebee.
(NEWARK, NJ) -- The New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) has announced the highly anticipated Def Poetry Reunion, taking place exclusively at NJPAC during the renowned Dodge Poetry Festival. The festival will run from October 15-17, 2026, with the Def Jam Poetry Reunion scheduled for Saturday, October 17th at 5:00pm, promising an unforgettable evening for poetry fans and local communities.
(ORADELL, NJ) -- Bergen County Players (BCP) will open auditions for The Producers on June 9th, 11th, and 13th. BCP is seeking a dynamic cast of strong comic actors who sing and move well to play main, supporting, and featured ensemble roles for its 94th season opener. The Producers is a satirical musical comedy and farce about two unlikely partners—a scheming, larger-than-life Broadway producer and a timid, anxious accountant—who set out to make the worst Broadway show ever and end up creating a surprise hit.
(GLASSBORO, NJ) -- The Marie Rader Series will launch its 2026-27 season, entitled "Life & Liberty," with the New Jersey Symphony's Rowan University debut. On Wednesday, July 22, 2026, New Jersey Symphony Chamber Players featuring Rowan University Strings Faculty & Alumni will perform at Pfleeger Concert Hall. Showtime is 7:00pm.
(PRINCETON, NJ) -- Princeton Summer Theater has unveiled its 2026 subscription season which will run from June 11th to August 1st, featuring an exciting lineup of three mainstage pieces and a family-friendly musical. Productions include Barefoot in the Park, The 39 Steps, True West, and You're a Good Man Charlie Brown.
(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- Crossroads Theatre Company presents Sizwe Bansi Is Dead from May 19 - June 14, 2026 at the New Brunswick Performing Arts Center. This is a powerful, funny, and deeply moving story about identity, survival, and the extraordinary ingenuity of ordinary people navigating an unjust system.
The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Junky Eyes," the latest video from Central Jersey-based singer-songwriter Greg Amici's 2025 solo debut LP, "Tragicomic."
"I am absolutely wonderful," laughed the always gracious and warm Bill Medley. "How are you doing? We're out here doing our thing, enjoying it, having a ball. I can't figure it out; well I know why people are showing up, they want to hear those songs."
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 each week with this column. This week Lazlo takes a look at new releases by Songbird, Allison Strong, Hexagon Cat, Sleep Station, and Lily Vakili. Plus a look back at "Everything Explodes" by Joshua Van Ness.
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
