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Algonquin Arts Theatre presents "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest"

(MANASQUAN, NJ) -- Algonquin Arts Theatre continues its powerful 2025–2026 season with Ken Kesey's electrifying stage adaptation of One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, running for four performances only from February 14-21, 2026. A gripping and deeply human drama, the play is set inside a state mental institution where individuality clashes with authority.



Kean Stage to Host Internationally Celebrated Dedication with Roger Peltzman in recognition of Holocaust Remembrance Day

(UNION, NJ) -- In recognition of International Holocaust Remembrance Day, and in partnership with Kean University's Holocaust Education & Resource Center, Kean Stage will present Dedication with Roger Peltzman on Sunday, January 25, 2026 at Wilkins Theatre. The event begins at 3:00pm.



The Growing Stage presents a modern take on a classic story with "Cinderella: A Salsa Fairy Tale"

(NETCONG, NJ) -- The Growing Stage: The Children's Theatre of New Jersey presents Cinderella: A Salsa Fairy Tale. With a book and lyrics by Karen Zacarías (Ella Enchanted) and music by Deborah Wicks La Puma (Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus), this vibrant production runs weekends from February 6–15, 2026. The play poses the question: What will happen to Cinderella at the ball... game?



PHOTOS from "Same Time, Next Year" at Algonquin Arts Theatre

by John Posada
published 2026-01-19

(MANASQUAN, NJ) -- Algonquin Arts Theatre is currently presenting one of the most beloved romantic comedies of the American stage, Same Time, Next Year, with six performances from January 17-25, 2026. Relive the charm of the iconic 1978 film starring Alan Alda and Ellen Burstyn in this heartfelt stage adaptation that has captivated audiences for decades. Photographer John Posada was on hand to take photos.








George Street Playhouse presents "What Became of Us" by Shayan Lofti

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- George Street Playhouse presents What Became of Us by Shayan Lofti and directed by Laiona Michelle (GSP's Little Girl Blue). Previews begin on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, with opening night set for Friday, March 20, for a limited engagement through Sunday, April 5, 2026, at George Street Playhouse.



The National Tour of Chicago, the Musical comes to Mayo Performing Arts Center This Weekend

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- The National Tour of Chicago, the Musical comes to Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) with four performances from January 16-18, 2026. Chicago is still the one musical with everything that makes Broadway shimmy-shake: a universal tale of fame, fortune, and all that jazz, with one showstopping song after another and the most astonishing dancing you’ve ever seen.



"The Phil Collins Story" comes to MPAC

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- From the team that brought you the smash hit tour The Simon & Garfunkel Story comes The Phil Collins Story. It chronicles his remarkable chart-topping time with Genesis to his multi-Grammy winning solo career to his Academy Award-winning work for Disney. The tour comes to Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 7:30pm.



George Street Playhouse presents limited runs of "My First Ex-Husband" and "True Tales of Sex, Success and the City" for February

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- George Street Playhouse has announced additional programming for February 2026, including My First Ex-Husband, written & performed by Joy Behar ("The View"), and True Tales of Sex, Success and the City, written and performed by Candace Bushnell ("Sex and the City").



MPAC to hold auditions for Disney's Frozen

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Let it Go! Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC)'s 2026 spring production will be Disney's Frozen. Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature film, this musical includes all the film's beloved songs by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, along with new music written exclusively for the stage. The show will be directed by Cathy Roy. Music Direction by Charles Santoro.