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New Jersey Stage: Daily Edition 01-26-26

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!





Psychedelic short 12th House screens at the New Jersey Film Festival on Saturday, January 31, 2026

by Benjamin West
published 2026-01-26

12th House is an abstract short from Ilona and Israel Laboy, a psychedelic menagerie of strange imagery which seems to hold a deep, personal significance for the filmmakers yet can just as easily be enjoyed as a simple barrage of the bizarre. The first few shots act as a rapidly ascending gradient into maximalism, beginning with an almost entirely grayscale shot of the main character walking in a daze on the beach, with barely perceptible accents of color in her makeup. More color is added with the introduction of a graffiti-laden phonebooth, standing as a monument of vibrance against the background of a dull gray ocean, before the film finally reaches a crescendo and embraces the visual aesthetic of psychedelic overstimulation which will characterize the majority of the short, with the setting transitioning from the black-and-white beach to what appears to be either a bar or restaurant drenched in multi-colored neon lighting.



McCarter Theatre presents Lucius - A History Worth Repeating

(PRINCETON, NJ) -- McCarter Theatre presents Lucius - A History Worth Repeating on Friday, March 27, 2026 at 8:00pm in the Matthews Theatre. Known for their engaging live performances and spell-binding harmonies, Grammy-nominated indie-pop band Lucius are a mesmerizing experience of mirrored kinship and honesty.



Mahoning Drive-In Road Show 2026 presents "Original/Rip-Off" 35mm Double Feature of "The Exorcist" & "Beyond the Door" at UCPAC

(RAHWAY, NJ) -- Mahoning Drive-In Road Show 2026 presents "Original/Rip-Off" 35mm Double Feature of "The Exorcist" & "Beyond the Door" at Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) on Saturday, February 28, 2026. Doors are at 6:00pm. First screening is 7:00pm.








State Theatre New Jersey presents 512: The Selena Experience

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents 512: The Selena Experience on Friday, February 6, 2026 at 8:00pm. 512: The Selena Experience is a mind-blowing experience and the closest one you can get to live a Selena concert. Simply, the best Selena tribute production out there!



Kean Department of Music presents Los Angeles Guitar Quartet on Saturday

(HILLSIDE, NJ) -- Kean Department of Music presents Los Angeles Guitar Quartet on Saturday, January 31, 2026 in Enlow Recital Hall. They will hold a Master Class (free and open to the public) at 11:00am and will perform a concert at 2:00pm ($11 admission).



Jason Albert named to MPAC's Board of Trustees

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Jason Albert, Global Chief Privacy Officer at ADP, has been named to Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC)'s Board of Trustees, the venue announced.



Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Jeffrey Gaines on March 6th

(TUCKERTON, NJ) -- The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Jeffrey Gaines on Friday, March 6, 2026 at 7:30pm. Gaines has been heralded for his soul-searching lyrics and his powerful live performances. With only his voice and a guitar for accompaniment, Gaines has earned a reputation as a captivating performer, entertaining his audiences worldwide.



"'Til Death Do Us Part: Late Nite Catechism 3" comes to Grunin Center

(TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- Entertainment Events presents 'Til Death Do Us Part: Late Nite Catechism 3 on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at Grunin Center for the Arts. This is the latest class to be unveiled in this sinfully funny series. Showtime is 3:00pm.







 

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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