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The Broadway Theatre of Pitman presents "Parade"

(PITMAN, NJ) -- The Broadway Theatre of Pitman presents Parade weekends from September 5-28, 2025. mid religious intolerance, political injustice and racial tension, the stirring Tony Award-winning musical explores the endurance of love and hope against all the odds. It features a book by Alfred Uhry and a rousing, colorful and haunting score by Jason Robert Brown.



 

American Repertory Ballet presents "Swan Lake Act II" and More at UCPAC

(RAHWAY, NJ) -- American Repertory Ballet presents "Swan Lake Act II" and More at Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) on Friday, October 17, 2025. It's an incredible evening of contemporary and classical works, including the iconic second act of "Swan Lake." Doors are at 6:00pm, showtime is 7:00pm.



Grunin Center presents Garrison Keillor Tonight

(TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- Grunin Center presents Garrison Keillor Tonight on Saturday, September 20, 2025 at 7:00pm. This is an evening of stand-up, storytelling, audience song, and poetry. One man, one microphone. There are sung sonnets, limericks and musical jokes, and the thread that runs through it is the beauty of growing old.



The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Skyla Burrell Band

(TUCKERTON, NJ) -- The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Skyla Burrell Band on Saturday, August 9, 2025. They are a hardworking blues band, known for their high-energy electric blues. Doors are at 7:00pm, showtime is 7:30pm.



MPAC presents Little River Band on Thursday

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) presents Little River Band on Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 8:00pm. The band is celebrating 50 years of touring. Little River Band garnered huge chart success with multi-platinum albums and chart-topping hits in the 70s and 80s.








bergenPAC presents Blackberry Smoke

(ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) presents Blackberry Smoke on Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at 7:00pm. Throughout their career, Blackberry Smoke have embodied Georgia's rich musical legacy, honoring the people, places and sounds of their home state.



State Theatre presents Howard Jones with special guest Haircut One Hundred featuring Richard Blade

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- New Wave is making a stop at State Theatre New Jersey with Howard Jones, Haircut One Hundred, and Richard Blade on Wednesday, September 10, 2025. Hear hits from Howard Jones like "No One is to Blame," "What is Love?," "New Song," and "Things Can Only Get Better." Joining Jones is Haircut One Hundred, who burned bright in the early '80s with songs like "Fantastic Day" and "Love Plus One," and DJ Richard Blade (KROQ, Los Angeles; Video One; MV3; VideoBeat). Showtime is 7:00pm.



Top 15 Most Read Stories At New Jersey Stage from July 27 to August 2, 2025

Here's a look at the top 15 most read articles published at New Jersey Stage from July 27 to August 2, 2025. Each week we publish about 70 articles, including several original columns and features, along with news releases for events happening throughout the state and nearby areas like Philadelphia and New York City. This week's top 15 includes articles from 6 counties in New Jersey (Atlantic, Camden, Essex, Middlesex, Morris, and Ocean).



New Jersey Stage: Daily Edition 08-03-25

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!





50th New Jersey Folk Festival to Take Place August 23rd

(SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- The 50th New Jersey Folk Festival (NJFF) will take place on Saturday, August 23, 2025 at Davidson's Mill Pond Park. The festival is a celebration of New Jersey folklife, folk arts, and traditions. Admission is free and the festival runs from 10:00am to 4:00pm.







 

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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.












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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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