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State Theatre New Jersey presents The Canine Stars Stunt Dog Show

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents The Canine Stars Stunt Dog Show on Sunday, April 7, 2024 at 2:00pm. The Canine Stars Stunt Dog Show features a world-class team of dog trainers and their adopted dogs.



Kevin Smith brings "Jersey Sure" show to NJPAC during North to Shore Festival

(NEWARK, NJ) -- Pork roll, jaded teens, malls, convenience stores, profound conversations about comic books. Jersey legend Kevin Smith showed the world the secrets of life (whether it be in an actual mall, a convenience store, or Red Bank) in his classic films that put the Garden State firmly on the map as a mecca for indie filmmakers. Now get ready to hear from the man himself when he takes center stage again, this time in person, with "Jersey Sure" on Sunday, June 30, 2024 at New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) as part of the North to Shore festival. Showtime is 3:00pm.



Events This Week in New Jersey: March 19-26, 2024

Here is a look at upcoming events taking place from March 19-26, 2024 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.



Arts Council of Princeton presents a Community Celebration in Honor of Paul Robeson

(PRINCETON, NJ) -- The Arts Council of Princeton (ACP) will host a community celebration in honor of Paul Robeson's 126th Birthday on Tuesday, April 9. This multi-media celebration will honor the legacy of Paul Robeson, Princeton's "native son" and scholar, all American athlete, artist, and activist. This event is free and open to all ages, presented in partnership with the Witherspoon Jackson Historical and Cultural Society (WJHCS).








Ocean County Library Virtual Author Talk to Offer Heaping Helping of American Food Culture

(TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- Dig into the people, ingredients and events that shape the foods on tables across America. Smithsonian Institution Curator Paula J. Johnson will discuss Smithsonian American Table: The Foods, People and Innovations That Feed Us, in an Ocean County Library Virtual Author Talk on Tuesday, April 2, 2024 at 2:00pm.



This Week in Theatre: Previews for Plays Taking Place March 19-26, 2024

Here are previews of plays taking place from March 19-26, 2024 including a look at productions currently being presented and those coming soon. Click on the title to go to the full preview. New Jersey Stage covers Equity, community, college, and high school theatre. Check back every week for the weekly theatre preview.



This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts Taking Place from March 19-26, 2024

Here is a look at upcoming shows taking place from March 19-26, 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.



Family Shows for a New Jersey Family

by Bruce Chadwick
published 2024-03-19

When Ed Kirchdoerffer books every season of entertainment shows at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), in Morristown, he carefully divides his year into equal parts in order to entertain everybody.



Black Box Studios presents James Maddock & His Band at Debonair Music Hall

(TEANECK, NJ) -- Black Box Studios presents James Maddock & His Band on Friday, April 19, 2024 at Debonair Music Hall. Maddock's status as a fixture on the Folk and Americana scene is confirmed with every listen of any song in his prodigious catalog. Showtime is 7:30pm.







 

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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.



Classic

Classic American Tales' presents Tales at the Dormer House every Thursday

(CAPE MAY, NJ) -- From June 4 through October 15, 2026 (except for July 2), Classic American Tales (CAT) once more presents Tales at the Dormer House in which guests are treated to lemonade and tasty treats while listening to stories written by noteworthy authors, read by a variety of performers. The schedule is 4:00pm every Thursday at the historic Dormer House Bed and Breakfast (800 Columbia Avenue) in Cape May, NJ. Performances are on the front porch, weather permitting.



2026-27

2026-27 Season Preview: Split Level Concerts at Jersey Shore Arts Center

(OCEAN GROVE, NJ) -- Split Level Concerts at the Jersey Shore Arts Center (JSAC) in Ocean Grove has announced the full concert lineup for its third season. All shows will take place beginning at 8:00pm in JSAC's Palaia Theater. The season lineup includes Willie Nile, John Gorka, Dan Bern, Catie Curtis and Band, Stephen Kellogg, Abbie Gardner, Heather Maloney and Band, and Kim Richey. As they have done in prior years, artists from the Asbury Park music scene will open many of the shows.



MPAC's

MPAC's Summer 2026 Preview

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- From the versatility of Tony winner Darren Criss, the comedy of Abbott Elementary's Janelle James and the nostalgic hits of the Grateful Dead, ABBA and more, Mayo Performing Arts Center's summer lineup features a diverse set of performances and events.



Bradley

Bradley Beach presents 2026 Summer Jazz and Blues Series in Riley Park

(BRADLEY BEACH, NJ) -- The Borough of Bradley Beach presents its Summer Jazz and Blues Series for 2026 throughout July and August. Residents and visitors are invited to enjoy a diverse lineup of world-class musical performances every Wednesday evening from 7:00pm to 9:00pm at beautiful Riley Park.












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Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Soaked" by Kiaura Rose

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Soaked" from Kiaura Rose's debut seven-song debut album, "Vagrant."




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 08/06/2026

"I am great! I was in California last weekend and just got back, I have the day off and I'm getting to chat with you so everything is great," says Monster Jam monster truck driver Angelina Nock as she let us in on the profession, her background and what we can expect when she gets behind the wheel of Megalodon at Newark's Prudential Center August 14 through 16.




Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Josephine" by Emily Grove

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Josephine" from Emily Grove's forthcoming EP, "Fables," which she will celebrate the release of Aug. 3 at Watermark in Asbury Park.








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