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Tickets for Algonquin Arts Theatre's 2025-2026 Broadway Series are Now On Sale

(MANASQUAN, NJ) -- Tickets for the 2025–2026 Broadway Series at Algonquin Arts Theatre are now on sale, offering a sensational lineup of beloved classics, fan favorites, and powerful dramas. With ticket prices starting at just $27, there's never been a better time to experience the magic of live theatre at the Jersey Shore.

The Mo Willems Classic, "Knuffle Bunny" Arrives At The Growing Stage

(NETCONG, NJ) -- The Growing Stage: The Children's Theatre of New Jersey is thrilled to present, Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Musical weekends from May 2-18, 2025. Based on the book by Mo Willems and published by Hyperion Books for Children, the musical features a script and lyrics by Mo Willems and music by Michael Silversher. It tells the story of Trixie, her father and her favorite stuffed bunny as they set off on a trip to the Laundromat.

E. M. Lewis Talks Life Updates and Inspirations as 'How The Light Gets In' Arrives at South Camden Theatre Company

by Shen Shellenberger, JerseyArts.com
published 2025-04-17
Several years ago, I talked with playwright/teacher/librettist E.M Lewis when her play "Apple Season" was a 2019 selection for the National New Play Network's Rolling World Premier program. According to the NPNN website, "each Rolling World Premiere supports partnerships between three NNPN Member Theaters and a playwright as they work together to develop and produce three distinct productions of a previously unproduced play."

'Take the Lead' is Informative and Entertaining

by Karen Nowosad
published 2025-04-16
The importance of having arts appreciation studies in schools is an issue that continually draws debate. Questions about what value students get from these studies is at the heart of the discussion. Some answers to those questions are in a new show now playing at Paper Mill Playhouse. The world premier of Take the Lead introduces a new musical based on the 2006 movie of the same name. It tells the true story of Pierre Dulaine who was a champion ballroom dancer. Dulaine is a co-founder of Dancing Classrooms, an arts education program designed to enhance essential life skills through social dance. Dancing Classrooms was brought into the New York City schools where, over the last 30 years, hundreds of thousands of student have participated.

This Week in Theatre: Previews for Plays Taking Place in NJ area from April 15-21, 2025

Here are previews of plays taking place from April 15-21, 2025 including a look at productions currently being presented and those coming soon. New Jersey Stage covers Equity, community, college, and high school theatre. Check back every week for the weekly theatre preview.

South Camden Theatre Company presents "How The Light Gets In" by E.M. Lewis

(CAMDEN, NJ) -- South Camden Theatre Company celebrates 20 years of professional theatre in Camden with the regional premiere of How The Light Gets In by E.M. Lewis weekends from May 2-18, 2025. The play is about a travel writer who never travels. A Japanese architect who can't figure out how to build a simple tea house. A gifted tattoo artist who resists the power of his talents. And a homeless girl who lives under a weeping willow tree in the Japanese Garden.

Algonquin Arts Theatre presents "1776"

(MANASQUAN, NJ) -- Algonquin Arts Theatre presents its May musical, 1776. The show will run eight performances May 9-18, 2025. Witness the birth of a nation in 1776: a revolutionary musical experience! Join John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, Ben Franklin, and other iconic figures as they draft the Declaration of Independence.

Avenel Performing Arts Center presents The Super 70’s Prom! Dinner Theater Show

(AVENEL, NJ) -- Avenel Performing Arts Center presents The Super 70’s Prom! Dinner Theater Show from April 25-27, 2025. In this hilarious audience participation comedy, you will step back in time into a world of Bell Bottoms, Long Hair, Flower Power, & Groovy Tunes.

MPAC presents the Murder Mystery Comedy "CLUE"

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- CLUE, the hilarious murder mystery comedy inspired by the Hasbro board game and adapted from the fan-favorite film, comes to Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) Friday-Sunday, April 25-27, 2025.

Ocean County College Repertory Theatre presents "Deathtrap"

(TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- Prepare for an evening of suspense, wit, and shocking twists when the Ocean County College Repertory Theatre Company presents Ira Levin's Deathtrap in the Black Box Theater (Building 11B) at the Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts from April 25 through May 4, 2025.

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Deathtrap

Deathtrap
Friday, April 25, 2025 @ 7:30pm
Grunin Center - Black Box Theater
1 College Drive, Toms River, NJ 08754

The

The Super 70’s Prom! Dinner Theater Show
Friday, April 25, 2025 @ 6:00pm
Avenel Performing Arts Center
150 Avenel Street, Avenel, NJ 07001

Deathtrap

Deathtrap
Saturday, April 26, 2025 @ 7:30pm
Grunin Center - Black Box Theater
1 College Drive, Toms River, NJ 08754

The

The Super 70’s Prom! Dinner Theater Show
Saturday, April 26, 2025 @ 6:00pm
Avenel Performing Arts Center
150 Avenel Street, Avenel, NJ 07001

Vivid

Vivid Stage presents "Gemstones" by Phoebe Farber
Saturday, April 26, 2025 @ 8:00pm
Oakes Center
120 Morris Avenue, Summit, NJ 07901

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