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Mile Square Theatre presents "An Evening in the Woods: Musical Selections from Into the Woods" on June 13th

(HOBOKEN, NJ) -- Mile Square Theatre will hold its first-ever Education Program Fundraiser, An Evening in the Woods: Musical Selections from Into the Woods in Concert, on Friday, June 13, 2026 at 7:00pm, with a preshow reception beginning at 6:00pm.



 

Theater to Go presents "Seussical: The Musical" at the Kelsey Theatre

(WEST WINDSOR, NJ) -- Join Horton the Elephant, the fun-loving Cat in the Hat, and other Dr. Seuss favorites in a vibrant musical for audiences of all ages when Theater to Go presents Seussical: The Musical at the Kelsey Theatre on the West Windsor Campus of Mercer County Community College, across two weekends from June 5-14, 2026.

Bergen County Players to present "Kodachrome"

​​​​​​​(ORADELL, NJ) -- Bergen County Players (BCP) will conclude its 93rd season with Kodachrome, a delightful and deeply moving one-act comedy by Adam Szymkowicz. Running as part of BCP's Second Stage for three exclusive performances on Saturday, June 6 and Sunday, June 7, 2026, this production invites audiences to find extraordinary magic within ordinary lives.

Classic American Tales' presents Tales at the Dormer House every Thursday

(CAPE MAY, NJ) -- From June 4 through October 15, 2026 (except for July 2), Classic American Tales (CAT) once more presents Tales at the Dormer House in which guests are treated to lemonade and tasty treats while listening to stories written by noteworthy authors, read by a variety of performers. The schedule is 4:00pm every Thursday at the historic Dormer House Bed and Breakfast (800 Columbia Avenue) in Cape May, NJ. Performances are on the front porch, weather permitting.

Avenel Performing Arts Center presents "Not the Right Mom" starring Megan Dolan on Saturday

(AVENEL, NJ) -- Megan Dolan, writer and performer of the award-winning, hilarious and heart-felt one person show, Not the Right Mom, brings the show to the Avenel Performing Arts Center on Saturday, May 30, 2026 for performances at 3:00pm & 8:00pm. The show invites you into the wildly relatable, unexpectedly hilarious world of parenting a child with autism—where expectations crumble, snack time is a battlefield, and unconditional love leads the way.





Jersey Arts TV: 'Sizwe Banzi is Dead' Revived at Crossroads Theatre Company

by Gina Marie Rodriguez & Dave Tavani, JerseyArts.com - published 2026-05-28

Sizwe Banzi Is Dead. Not to worry, that is simply the title of the latest show running at Crossroads Theatre Company in New Brunswick. Set during South Africa’s apartheid era, the play follows a man faced with an impossible choice: disappear under the weight of an oppressive system—or reinvent himself in order to survive. What ensues is a powerful, funny and deeply moving story about identity, survival and ingenuity.

Players Guild of Leonia Announces Bold, Community-Focused Season

(LEONIA, NJ) -- The Players Guild of Leonia (PGL) has announced a vibrant, boundary-pushing 106th season under the banner "New Voices. New Energy. Same Heart – Embracing the community in community theatre." Founded in 1919 and performing in the historic Civil War Drill Hall, the Guild's new season transforms its storied home into a hub for bold stories, diverse artists, and community connection.

Jackson Arts Ministry presents "Seussical Jr." and "Les Misérables School Edition"

​​​​​​​(JACKSON, NJ) -- This June, audiences are invited to experience two unforgettable musical productions as Jackson Arts Ministry (JAM) transforms their outdoor stage into a celebration of music, storytelling, and student talent with performances of Seussical Jr. from June 6-7 and Les Misérables School Edition from June 11-14, 2026.

Bell Theater at Bell Works presents "We'll Meet Again" - A New American Musical

(HOLMDEL, NJ) -- Broadway's Daniel Kutner directs We'll Meet Again, a new American musical presented by the Axelrod Performing Arts Center in association with Loveliest Village LLC and Mount Jefferson LLC at Bell Theater at Bell Works for 12 performances from June 18-28, 2026. It is inspired by the real-life story of Heinz "Henry" Stern, a five-year-old Jewish boy who along with his family escaped from Nazi Germany in 1937 and immigrated to America.

THEATRE REVIEW: 'Private Lives' Brings Comedy and Passion to Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey

by Karen Nowosad - published 2026-05-26

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) opens its 2026 season with Private Lives by Noël Coward. The play is a comedy filled with many funny moments as two couples seek to enjoy loving relationships on their honeymoons. Complications occur as the story develops the characters through witty dialog, passionate moments, and physical comedy. STNJ is in top form with their presentation of this play.





UPCOMING EVENTS
THEATRE REVIEW:
Mrs. Christie

Saturday, May 30, 2026 @ 7:30pm
McCarter Theatre Center (Berlind Theatre) Princeton, NJ

 

THEATRE REVIEW:
Mrs. Christie

Saturday, May 30, 2026 @ 2:00pm
McCarter Theatre Center (Berlind Theatre) Princeton, NJ

 

THEATRE REVIEW:
MPAC’s 12th Annual Spring Production: Frozen

Saturday, May 30, 2026 @ 2:00pm
Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) Morristown, NJ

 

THEATRE REVIEW:
MPAC’s 12th Annual Spring Production: Frozen

Saturday, May 30, 2026 @ 7:30pm
Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) Morristown, NJ

 

THEATRE REVIEW:
Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre: Best Laid Plans

Saturday, May 30, 2026 @ 6:00pm
Carteret Performing Arts Center Carteret, NJ

 

THEATRE REVIEW:
Dunbar Repertory Company presents "Seven Guitars"

Saturday, May 30, 2026 @ 3:00pm
Middletown Arts Center Middletown, NJ

 

THEATRE REVIEW:
Dunbar Repertory Company presents "Seven Guitars"

Saturday, May 30, 2026 @ 8:00pm
Middletown Arts Center Middletown, NJ

 

THEATRE REVIEW:
Crossroads Theatre Company presents "Sizwe Banzi Is Dead"

Saturday, May 30, 2026 @ 2:00pm
New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC) New Brunswick, NJ

 

THEATRE REVIEW:
Crossroads Theatre Company presents "Sizwe Banzi Is Dead"

Saturday, May 30, 2026 @ 7:30pm
New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC) New Brunswick, NJ

 

THEATRE REVIEW:
Lights & Shadows Theatre Company presents A Day of Theater

Saturday, May 30, 2026 @ 1:30pm
New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC) New Brunswick, NJ

 

THEATRE REVIEW:
Lights & Shadows Theatre Company presents A Day of Theater

Saturday, May 30, 2026 @ 5:30pm
New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC) New Brunswick, NJ

 







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