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Middlesex County's Plays-in-the-Park presents "1776"

(EDISON, NJ) -- Middlesex County's Plays-in-the-Park presents 1776 from July 8-18, 2026.  The seminal event in American history blazes to vivid life in this most unconventional of Broadway hits.





 

Spring Lake Theatre Company presents "Me and My Girl"

(SPRING LAKE, NJ) -- Spring Lake Theatre Company presents Me and My Girl from July 8-19, 2026. This is a joyful, tap-filled British musical comedy about love, class, and unexpected royalty.



52nd Newark Black Film Festival to Take Place July 8th through August 5th at Newark Museum of Art

(NEWARK, NJ) -- The 52nd Newark Black Film Festival takes place Wednesday from July 8 through August 5, 2026 at The Newark Museum of Art. There is a mix of films for adults and films for the entire family. Admission to the screenings is free, but reservations are required.



SoHo Playhouse presents the U.S. premiere of "Why I Stuck a Flare Up My Arse for England"

(NEW YORK, NY) -- Direct from London's West End, SoHo Playhouse presents the U.S. premiere of Why I Stuck a Flare Up My Arse for England, written and performed by Alex Hill, and directed by Sean Turner, running July 8 - 18, 2026 in a limited engagement at SoHo Playhouse, located at 15 Vandam Street in New York City. Opening night is July 9.



Bradley Beach presents 2026 Summer Jazz and Blues Series in Riley Park

(BRADLEY BEACH, NJ) -- The Borough of Bradley Beach presents its Summer Jazz and Blues Series for 2026 throughout July and August. Residents and visitors are invited to enjoy a diverse lineup of world-class musical performances every Wednesday evening from 7:00pm to 9:00pm at beautiful Riley Park.





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MPAC presents Darren Criss on July 9th

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Tony, Emmy and Golden Globe winner Darren Criss returns to Mayo Performing Arts Center for an all-new solo show on Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 8:00pm. Since bursting onto the pop-culture landscape over a decade ago in Fox's hit TV show Glee, Darren Criss has embodied the kind of kaleidoscopic artistry that's entirely uninhibited by form or genre.



Centenary Stage Company presents "The Wedding Singer"

(HACKETTSTOWN, NJ) -- Big hair, bigger laughs, and a soundtrack packed with infectious energy are headed to the stage this summer as Centenary Stage Company presents The Wedding Singer, opening July 9 and running through July 19, 2026 in the Sitnik Theatre of the Lackland Performing Arts Center.



State Theatre New Jersey and Live Nation present Aries Spears on July 10th

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey and Live Nation present Aries Spears on Friday, July 10, 2026 at 8:00pm. The New York native's quick wit, charisma, and ferociously aggressive comedy style have earned him critical acclaim, accolades, and, above all, a busy schedule



Chris Malarkey to Have Book Signing and Talk in Clifton on July 10th

(CLIFTON, NJ) -- Chris Malarkey, owner of CMTKD in Belleville, NJ is a 6th Degree Black Belt, United States Martial Arts Hall of Fame inductee, and author of Moving Meditation: From Black Belt to Inner Balance. On Friday, July 10, 2026, he will have a book talk and signing at the Barnes & Noble in Clifton. The event begins at 2:00pm.



The Montclair Foundation and Studio Players will present Shakespeare's "Much Ado About Nothing" at Van Vleck House and Gardens

(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- The Montclair Foundation and Studio Players will present Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing outside at Van Vleck House and Gardens across two weekends from July 10-18, 2026. This is no ordinary stage production, it’s an immersive theatrical experience.







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