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Princeton Folk Music Society presents Kate Taylor

(PRINCETON, NJ) — The Princeton Folk Music Society presents Kate Taylor on Friday, November 20, 2026 in an evening of upbeat and bubbling song filled with enthusiasm and love. The concert takes place at Christ Congregation Church in Princeton. Showtime is 8:00pm. A livestream option is available as well.

State Theatre New Jersey and Relix present Joe Russo's Almost Dead

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey and Relix present Joe Russo's Almost Dead on Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 7:30pm. The band was formed in Brooklyn, NY in 2013. While they are a Grateful Dead cover band, they are known more for interpreting songs by the Dead rather than attempting to replicate the band's work.

Holmdel Theatre Company presents the 8th Annual Betsy Wolfe Holiday Show

(HOLMDEL, NJ) -- Holmdel Theatre Company presents the 8th Annual Betsy Wolfe Holiday Show! Betsy returns to Holmdel after last year's BroadwayWorld Award WIN for Best Cabaret / Concert / Solo Performance! Performances take place December 4-5, 2026 at 7:00pm each night.

NJPAC to Celebrate Ben Vereen's 80th Birthday with All-Star Concert on November 21st

(NEWARK, NJ) -- New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents Ben Vereen's 80th Birthday Concert on Saturday, November 21, 2026 at 8:00pm. This special one-night only celebration is part of NJPAC’s 2026 TD James Moody Jazz Festival (November 6-22). Several of today's leading Broadway stars and vocalists unite for a spectacular birthday bash performance toasting the legendary actor/dancer/singer Ben Vereen who turns 80 on October 10, 2026.


 

Second Show for Jeremy Jordan added at MPAC

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Broadway star and Morris County resident Jeremy Jordan will perform in concert at Mayo Performing Arts Center on Saturday, December 5th. The 8:00pm performance is nearly sold out and a 3:00pm performance was just added due to popular demand.

NJPAC Announces Top Five Finalists of the 15th Annual Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition

(NEWARK, NJ) -- New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) has announced the top five finalists of the 15th annual Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition. Selected from a record-breaking pool of more than 360 entrants spanning 38 different countries, these gifted young singers represent the next generation of great jazz vocalists. The 2026 finalists are: Alyssa Allgood (Chicago, IL), Vahn Black (Detroit, MI), Nathan Farrell (New York City, NY), Angélique Nicolas (Paris, France), and Jackie Ribas (New York City, NY).

Forte Piano Music Company presents Exquisite Contrasts: Haydn & Schubert Piano Trios

(PARAMUS, NJ) -- The Forte Piano Music Company presents a Piano Trio Concert - "Exquisite Contrasts" - Haydn & Schubert on Sunday, November 15, 2026 at 2:30pm. This program brings together two landmarks of the piano trio repertoire, revealing the evolution of the genre from the Classical era to early Romanticism.

The Love of Soul Tour comes to Prudential Center on May 22nd

(NEWARK, NJ) -- GRAMMY® Award-winning vocal powerhouse, Fantasia Barrino, brings the Love of Soul Tour to Prudential Center on May 22, 2027 at 8:00pm with Anthony Hamilton and October London. The evening will showcase the signature sounds and celebrated hits of three chart-topping artists, promising a memorable night of live entertainment.

Def Leppard, Goo Goo Dolls, and The Struts to play shows in NJ, NYC, and Philly in 2027

(NEWARK, NJ) -- Global icons and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees Def Leppard will tour in 2027 with 4-time GRAMMY-nominated band Goo Goo Dolls and very special guests The Struts. The 45-date tour includes shows at the Prudential Center in Newark (March 13), Madison Square Garden in NYC (June 23) and Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia (June 27, 2027).


 


 

MUSIC EVENTS


Griffin House

Friday, November 13, 2026 @ 7:30pm
Lizzie Rose Music Room
Tuckerton, NJ

“If you are looking to be blown away by raw talent, then look no further than Griffin House.” —American Songwriter

 

George Street Playhouse presents Vicki Lawrence & Mama: A Two-Woman Show

Friday, November 13, 2026 @ 7:30pm
New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC)
New Brunswick, NJ

Written by and starring Vicki Lawrence 
Two Performances Only  
 
Vicki Lawrence, the legendary actress, comedian, and singer, brings her signature wit and charm to the stage in Vicki Lawrence and Mama: A Two-Woman Show. Best known for her iconic role as Thelma Harper, or "Mama," from The Carol Burnett Show and Mama’s Family, Lawrence delivers a hilarious and heartfelt performance that takes audiences on a journey through her extraordinary career. From her Emmy-winning years alongside Carol Burnett to her chart-topping hit, “The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia,” she shares behind-the-scenes stories, comedy, and music—all with her trademark humor. Whether reminiscing about her Hollywood adventures or embodying the feisty Mama, Lawrence proves that laughter is timeless. 

 

Kean Department of Theatre presents "The Drowsy Chaperone"

Friday, November 13, 2026 @ 7:30pm
Kean Stage - Bauer Boucher Theatre Center
Union, NJ

Music and lyrics by Lisa Lambert and Greg Morrison

 

Princeton’s Famous Triangle Show: Roswell That Ends Well

Friday, November 13, 2026 @ 8:00pm
McCarter Theatre Center (Matthews Theatre)
Princeton, NJ

If you’re feeling all alone in the universe – or even if you’re not – Triangle’s newest musical comedy is for you!  Join us as Triangle explores what it means to have friends in high – or should we say “sky”? – places.  Extraterrestrial visitors, crazy conspiracy theories, and intergalactic shenanigans power this year’s annual laugh-fest of witty jokes, lavish production numbers, and, of course, Triangle’s famous kickline.  Can interplanetary goodwill blossom in the dystopian desert of our current times?  Get your Triangle tickets now and learn if Roswell That Ends Well!  

 

NJMEA All-State Jazz Band and NJMEA All-State Jazz Choir

Friday, November 13, 2026 @ 7:00pm
NJPAC - Chase Room
Newark, NJ

Catch the next generation of great jazz artists who hail from New Jersey. High school performers from across the state have been selected through a competitive audition process to participate in the NJMEA All-State Jazz Band and All-State Jazz Choir. They’ll show off their jazz prowess in this intimate (and exciting) concert co-presented by NJPAC and the New Jersey Music Educators Association.

 

Gregory Porter with special guests Madeleine Peyroux & Catherine Russell

Friday, November 13, 2026 @ 8:00pm
NJPAC - Prudential Hall
Newark, NJ

Experience “a jazz singer of thrilling presence, a booming baritone with a gift for earthy refinement and soaring uplift” (New York Times). Gregory Porter sings with passion — and compassion — on studio albums including Liquid Spirit, Nat King Cole & Me and All Rise. This year, the two-time GRAMMY® winner celebrates a decade of his album Take Me to the Alley. It was an instant classic in 2016, jammed with gems like “Holding On,” “Don’t Lose Your Steam” and the indelible title track.

 

Floyd Pink - Celebrating The Music of Pink Floyd

Saturday, November 14, 2026 @ 7:30pm
Lizzie Rose Music Room
Tuckerton, NJ

FLOYD PINK is a Pink Floyd tribute band from the New York metro area, celebrating the music of Pink Floyd.  



 

Geoff Tate’s Operation: Mindcrime

Saturday, November 14, 2026 @ 8:00pm
Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC)
Morristown, NJ

Multi-platinum selling, Grammy nominated singer/songwriter Geoff Tate is best known for his 30-plus years as the creative and driving force behind the progressive metal band Queensryche. Since its inception with Geoff at the helm, Queensryche has sold over 20 million albums worldwide and has performed in upwards of fifty countries. Geoff is regarded as one of the most skilled vocalists in the genre with hundreds of modern, popular artists citing him and his former band as a major influence. Combining social consciousness and expertly crafted lyrics with high-energy, melodically complex music, Queensryche with Geoff Tate at the forefront became internationally recognized as the thinking man’s rock band. The band’s first three albums — their self-titled EP (1983), The Warning (1984) and Rage for Order (1986) — all hit gold status selling over 500,000 units each.



 

Vic Dibitetto

Saturday, November 14, 2026 @ 8:00pm
Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center
Carteret, NJ

He prowls the stage like a Tiger. He holds no hostages. He says what you are thinking but are afraid to say out loud. Oh…and he’s beyond hysterical! You’ve never seen anything like Vic Dibitetto on stage. See him this Holiday Season when he returns to Carteret!

 

CoComelon: Sing-A-Long LIVE!

Saturday, November 14, 2026 @ 1:00pm
State Theatre New Jersey
New Brunswick, NJ

CoComelon: Sing-A-Long LIVE is the perfect way to make memories you’ll cherish for years to come! Join Ms. Appleberry, JJ, Cody, Nina, and Cece for a lively Melon Patch musical adventure in this exciting touring production. This interactive live show brings CoComelon’s vibrant world to life, inviting families to sing, dance, and play together. With beloved characters, delightful surprises, and favorite songs like “Wheels on the Bus,” “Animal Dance,” and “If You’re Happy and You Know It,” it’s a celebration of connection and childhood wonder. Don’t miss the chance to share the magic of your child’s very first live show! 

 

 

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Spotlight Players presents "The Addams Family"

(MATAWAN, NJ) -- Spotlight Players presents The Addams Family across two weekends from November 6-15, 2026 at the First Presbyterian Church of Matawan. There's one weekend left to see everyone's favorite wonderfully unconventional family on stage.



Hunterdon Hills Playhouse presents Christmas at the Playhouse 2026

(HAMPTON, NJ) -- Hunterdon Hills Playhouse presents Christmas at the Playhouse 2026 from November 10 to December 20, 2026. Celebrate the season with this spectacular holiday production filled with the music, memories, and traditions audiences have cherished through the years.


Rethinking Greed and Wealth in Modern Society with Paul Vigna on November 11th

(TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- Join journalist Paul Vigna for an eye-opening conversation about his provocative new book, The Almightier: How Money Became God, Greed Became Virtue, and Debt Became Sin, during a virtual discussion on Wednesday, November 11, 2026 presented by the Ocean County Library. The event begins at 2:00pm.


Ferrell Studios presents "Carrie, the Musical"

(PLAINFIELD, NJ) -- Ferrell Studios presents Carrie, the Musical at the Plainfield Performing Arts Center from November 12-15, 2026. Based on the classic novel by Stephen King, the musical poses the question: What happens when someone is pushed too far?


Centenary Stage Company's Fringe Festival presents "Ghost Dance: Picture of a Madman"

(HACKETTSTOWN, NJ) -- Centenary Stage Company's Fringe Festival continues with Ghost Dance: Picture of a Madman, a captivating one-woman play written and performed by Erica Knight. Running November 12–15, 2026, in the Kutz Theatre at the Lackland Performing Arts Center on the campus of Centenary University. The production explores the turbulent life and legacy of Ralph Albert Blakelock, one of America's most celebrated yet tragically overlooked nineteenth-century painters.


Fool Moon Theatre Company presents "Love, Loss, And What I Wore" at The Eagle Theatre on November 12th