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Jersey Arts Podcast: George Lopez on Comedy, Culture, and Representation

by Gina Marie Rodriguez, JerseyArts.com
published 2026-02-05

Today we're speaking with comedian George Lopez about the ins and outs of fame, the current sociopolitical climate, and how these things inform his life and his comedy.



 

Foundation Academies and the Princeton Battlefield Society to launch "Men W/O Shoes" exhibit, telling the untold stories of black Revolutionary War soldiers

(TRENTON, NJ) -- In recognition of the 100th anniversary of Black History Month and the nation's upcoming semiquincentennial, Foundation Academies, a free public charter school educating more than 1,200 scholars in grades K-12, has partnered with the Princeton Battlefield Society to present Men W/O Shoes – a first-of-its-kind exhibit highlighting the role of Black soldiers in the American Revolution. The exhibit will be open to the public Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 10:00am to 4:00pm.



Bordentown Thespians present the musical comedy "Twelfth Night"

(BORDENTOWN, NJ) -- The musical Twelfth Night, based on William Shakespeare's play and with music and lyrics by Shaina Taub, will be performed by the award-winning theatre students of Bordentown Regional High School on February 20-21, 2026 at the Bordentown Performing Arts Center. This is a rousing contemporary musical adaptation of Shakespeare's classic romantic comedy about mistaken identity and self-discovery.



Light Opera of New Jersey Announces Its Third Annual Stars of Tomorrow Vocal Competition

(BASKING RIDGE, NJ) -- Light Opera of New Jersey (LONJ) has announced its third annual Stars of Tomorrow, vocal competition for New Jersey High School students. The competition will consist of a qualifying round based on videos submitted online, followed by the live finals event on April 19, 2026 at St. Mark's Episcopal Church (140 S. Finley Avenue) in Basking Ridge, NJ. The event begins at 2:00pm.



Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 02/05/2026

by Danny Coleman
published 2026-02-05

“I want to make sure that I pay homage to three gentlemen because this film was really a group effort because it not only involves filming and talking to people but there is original new music that’s part of the film and Dave, Frank and Tommy have all contributed major pieces to make this thing happen.”








George Street Playhouse's 2026 Gala Benefit will honor Emily Mann with the Arthur Laurents Award for Distinguished Artistic Achievement

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- George Street Playhouse's 2026 Gala Benefit on Wednesday, May 6th will honor Emily Mann, playwright and former Artistic Director of McCarter Theatre Center, with the Arthur Laurents Award for Distinguished Artistic Achievement. This distinguished honor has only been awarded twice before in George Street Playhouse's over 50-year history.



New Jersey Stage: Daily Edition 02-05-26

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!





12 great films at the 2026 New Jersey Film Festival this weekend!

by Al Nigrin
published 2026-02-05

12 great films at the 2026 New Jersey Film Festival this weekend! Check out the 2026 New Jersey Film Festival schedule and more info at this link: https://newjerseyfilmfestivalspring2026.eventive.org/welcome



Zimmerli Exhibition features New Jersey-Born Artist Whose Work Extended Beyond the Walls of the Studio and Imprinted His Community

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- Born in North Plainfield, New Jersey, and raised in Boston, Allan Rohan Crite (1910-2007) created a rich visual record of Black life in 20th-century urban America, revealing a sense of community that resonates across time and place. The new exhibition Allan Rohan Crite: Neighborhood, running from February 11 to July 31, 2026 at the Zimmerli Art Museum at Rutgers—New Brunswick, offers a sweeping overview of his long career as a storyteller and cultural historian who chronicled the everyday lives of his friends and neighbors.



State Theatre New Jersey presents Dru Hill

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents Dru Hill featuring SisQo, Nokio, Jazz, Smoke, Black, and Scola on Friday, February 20, 2026 at 8:00pm. DJ Ralphie Mercado will perform an opening set at 7:15pm. In honor of their 25th Anniversary in the music industry, Dru Hill is featuring all members of the group, past and present, to give fans an experience they will never forget.







 

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.



Music

Music Mountain Theatre presents "MAME"

(LAMBERTVILLE, NJ) -- Music Mountain Theatre presents MAME weekends from March 27 through April 19, 2026. The musical is based on the novel "Auntie Mame" by Patrick Dennis and the play by Lawrence and Lee.












LATEST COLUMNS


Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Once I Wake Up" by Sam Tunkel

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Once I Wake Up" from "The Sting of the Blade," the recently released sophomore full-length from Central Jersey singer-songwriter Sam Tunkel.




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 04/16/2026

"I'm doing good man, what's happening?" Laughed a very energized Alastair Greene as he discussed his upcoming April 30 show at Tuckerton's Lizzie Rose Music Room and his new EP, "Live in Sin City" as well as his thoughts on touring overseas. 




Comedy Shows This Weekend: April 16-19, 2026

Here's a look at comedy shows taking place across the state from April 16-19, 2026. New Jersey Stage compiles this list from comedy clubs, casinos, and performing arts centers. You can send information on shows to infoatnewjerseystage.com for consideration in future columns.








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