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Chatham Community Players presents "A Christmas Carol" by Philip Wm. McKinley and Suzanne Buhrer

(CHATHAM, NJ) -- Chatham Community Players presents A Christmas Carol by Philip Wm. McKinley and Suzanne Buhrer from December 3-20, 2026. This original musical adaptation by Philip Wm McKinley and Suzanne Buhrer is adapted from the letters and writings of Charles Dickens.

Chester Theatre Group presents "My Three Angels"

(CHESTER, NJ) -- Chester Theatre Group presents My Three Angels by Samuel Spewak and Bella Spewak across two weekends from December 4-13, 2026 at The Black River Playhouse. Set in French Guiana around the turn of the 20th century, three prisoners spend their Christmas Eve with a family of colonists who keep the local shop.

Spring Lake Theatre Company presents "Scrooge"

(SPRING LAKE, NJ) -- Spring Lake Theatre Company presents their annual production of Scrooge across three weekends from December 3-20, 2026.  One of the most beloved Christmas traditions follows the story of Ebenezer Scrooge as he gets visited by three spirits.

Main Street Theatre Company presents Meredith Willson's Miracle on 34th Street, The Musical

(OLD BRIDGE, NJ) -- Main Street Theatre Company presents Meredith Willson's Miracle on 34th Street, The Musical across two weekends from December 5-13, 2026. Kris Kringle takes on the cynics in this musical adaptation of the beloved holiday classic.


 

The Kelsey Players presents "'Twas the Night Before Christmas..."

(WEST WINDSOR, NJ) -- The Kelsey Players presents 'Twas the Night Before Christmas... at The Kelsey Theatre from December 4-6, 2026. The excitement and wonder of the long-awaited midnight visit by Santa Claus, made famous in Clement Moore's beloved poem, is brought to life in a fun and enchanting musical perfect for even the littlest ones.

Haddonfield Plays & Players presents "Finding Neverland"

(HADDONFIELD, NJ) -- Haddonfield Plays & Players presents Finding Neverland weekends from December 4-19, 2026. Based on the Academy Award-winning motion picture and the play The Man Who Was Peter Pan, the play follows the relationship between playwright J.M. Barrie and the family that inspired "Peter Pan, or The Boy Who Wouldn’t Grow Up."

Masquerade Theatre presents "The 39 Steps"

(RIVERSIDE, NJ) -- Masquerade Theatre presents The 39 Steps weekends from December 4-19, 2026. Based on the 1915 novel of the same name by John Buchan, The 39 Steps follows a man with a terribly boring life who meets a woman with a thick accent.

Bergen County Players presents Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella

(ORADELL, NJ) -- Bergen County Players presents Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella weekends from December 5-20, 2026. The Broadway adaptation of the classic musical features new characters, a hilarious libretto, surprising twists, and an unforgettable score from Rodgers & Hammerstein.

Gateway Playhouse presents "Miracle on 34th Street"

(SOMERS POINT, NJ) -- Gateway Playhouse presents the holiday favorite Miracle on 34th Street across two weekends from December 4-13, 2026. A classic from the writer of the musical, The Music Man!, and based on the movie of the same name, Miracle on 34th Street features a book and score by none other than Meredith Willson.


 


 

THEATRE EVENTS


Murder At The Palace

Saturday, November 14, 2026 @ 7:00pm
The Historic Palace Theatre
Netcong, NJ

Save the date for an adults-only night out set in the Roaring ’20s, as the Historic Palace Theatre plays host to a Murder Mystery event that’s truly to die for!

 

WBGO Kid's Concert Series - Catherine Russell: Who is Louis Armstrong?

Saturday, November 14, 2026 @ 1:00pm
Newark Museum of Art - Main Building
Newark, NJ

The WBGO Children’s Concert Series brings world-renowned jazz musicians to concert halls and venues throughout New York and New Jersey, giving young listeners the opportunity to discover the joy of jazz, improvisation and musical collaboration. In this special performance, acclaimed vocalist Catherine Russell celebrates the rich legacy of jazz through the music and stories of legendary artists who helped shape the genre. As the daughter of Louis Armstrong’s longtime musical director, Luis Russell, Catherine offers a personal connection to Armstrong’s revolutionary sound while exploring the contributions of jazz and vocal music icons. Audiences will experience the enduring power of these artists and discover how their creativity continues to inspire generations of musicians.

 

Jesse Cook

Saturday, November 14, 2026 @ 8:00pm
NJPAC - Victoria Theater
Newark, NJ

A global artist in every sense of the term, Jesse Cook redefines music’s power to connect people across cultures and continents. The Paris-born, Toronto-raised master of the Spanish guitar weaves together flamenco, samba, jazz and world folk traditions into something spellbinding and uniquely his own. On stage, Cook radiates infectious energy — collaborating with his band to craft immersive experiences celebrated for their warmth, precision and emotional depth. With over a billion streams and views across platforms, his sound remains as relevant as it is revered.

 

The Hip Hop Nutcracker

Sunday, November 15, 2026 @ 6:30pm
State Theatre New Jersey
New Brunswick, NJ

A holiday mash-up for the whole family, The Hip Hop Nutcracker returns for another spectacular tour. Directed and choreographed by Tony and Olivier® Award-nominated Jennifer Weber, this contemporary dance spectacle is a re-mixed and re-imagined version of the classic, smashing hip hop dance and Tchaikovsky’s timeless music together into a heart-stirring and inspirational holiday event. The Hip Hop Nutcracker is brought to life by a powerhouse cast of a dozen all-star dancers, a DJ, a violinist, and an MC.

 

Don McLean & Lee Greenwood

Sunday, November 15, 2026 @ 7:00pm
Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC)
Morristown, NJ

Two iconic singers perform their hits and celebrate America’s 250 birthday! Singer/songwriter Don McLean is best known for the classic hit “American Pie,” as well as “Vincent” and “Castles in the Air.” Country superstar Lee Greenwood has seven top charting singles, including “I.O.U,” “It Turns Me Inside Out,” and the patriotic favorite, “God Bless the U.S.A.”

 

Sunday Film Series – Rebel Without a Cause in 35mm (1955)

Sunday, November 15, 2026 @ 2:00pm
Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) - Main Stage
Rahway, NJ

Join us for a 35mm screening of 1955’s iconic film “Rebel Without a Cause” starring James Dean, Natalie Wood (Academy Award Nominee, Best Supporting Actress), and Sal Mineo (Academy Award Nominee, Best Supporting Actor).

 

Kean Department of Theatre presents "The Drowsy Chaperone"

Sunday, November 15, 2026 @ 2:00pm
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

Sunday, November 15, 2026 @ 2:00pm
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!  

 

FOR COLORED GIRLS Who have Considered Suicide/When the Rainbow is Enuf,

Sunday, November 15, 2026 @ 4:00pm
Middletown Arts Center
Middletown, NJ

Dunbar Repertory Company presents Ntozake Shange’s FOR COLORED GIRLS Who have Considered Suicide/When the Rainbow is Enuf, the groundbreaking “choreopoem” – a spellbinding collection of vivid prose and free verse narratives about and performed by Black women. Directed by Darrell Lawrence Willis, SR.

 

Bruce Hornsby with Christian McBride - One On One

Sunday, November 15, 2026 @ 3:00pm
NJPAC - Victoria Theater
Newark, NJ

Singer-songwriter/pianist Bruce Hornsby and NJPAC Jazz Advisor/bassist Christian McBride will jam and chat on the intimate Victoria Theater stage, in celebration of Hornsby’s 2026 album, Indigo Park. The two artists share plenty in common: Musical adventurousness that transcends genre. Constant collaboration with the biggest names on the scene. And many well-earned GRAMMY® Awards between them. Pitchfork hails Hornsby as “a solitary spirit drifting through time, bringing people together and bringing out their best, finding the strange resolution in all the dissonance.”

 

 

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Meet the author of "Waves of Hope" at Brick Library on November 14th

(BRICK, NJ) -- During World War II, a tech-savvy New Jersey woman took it upon herself to be a priceless information provider for families of captured U.S. service members. Agnes Joan Negra's exploits are chronicled in the book Waves of Hope. Meet her son Ronald Edward Negra, the author, at the Brick Branch of the Ocean County Library on Saturday, November 14, 2026. The event begins at 11:00am.



SPQR Stage Co. presents "Pumpin' the Chihuahua"

(SOMERS POINT, NJ) -- SPQR Stage Co. presents Bill Sterritt's "Pumpin' the Chihuahua," an imaginative dark comedy running two weekends from November 14–22, 2026 at studio;space in Somers Point.



Count Basie Center for the Arts to Celebrate Centennial with an immersive re-enactment of its opening night

(RED BANK, NJ) -- Count Basie Center for the Arts will cap its Centennial Celebration with an immersive re-enactment of its opening night on Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 6:00pm. Patrons can expect an immersive theatrical presentation from the moment they approach the venue – from 'stars' of the era arriving in classic cars, Gatsby-esque fashion and flair, an authentic speakeasy experience with custom, era-specific cocktails and mocktails, 1920s hot jazz and more.



2026 Montclair Comedy Festival Takes Place November 14–21

(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- The Montclair Comedy Festival returns November 14–21, 2026 with eight straight days of stand-up, improv, sketch and musical comedy in downtown Montclair. The festival includes 12 shows and two free workshops at DiRasa House of Diversified Arts, The MC Hotel, Montclair Brewery and RecRoom in Lackawanna Station.



Learn about producing films with "Producing 101: From Script to Set with The Gig Media"

(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Interested in filmmaking? You can learn how to produce a film like a pro at "Producing 101: From Script to Set with The Gig Media" on Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Miraley Studios in Jersey City.