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Musicians on a Mission to Celebrate 16th Anniversary with Gala Concert at Jersey Shore Arts Center

(OCEAN GROVE, NJ) -- Musicians on a Mission (MOAM) will celebrate sixteen years of friends helping friends through music with a special anniversary gala and concert on Sunday, November 22, 2026, at the Jersey Shore Arts Center in Ocean Grove.



 

 




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).



Anchor Rock Club presents Israel Nash on December 4th

(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- Anchor Rock Club presents Israel Nash on Friday, December 4, 2026 at 8:00pm. His upcoming album reimagines Sweetheart of the Rodeo with shimmering harmonies, lush Americana textures, and the soul of the Texas hill country. This heartfelt tribute breathes new life into The Byrds' landmark album while honoring its timeless spirit.



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.



Outpost in the Burbs presents Fred Tackett and Scott Sharrard from Little Feat on December 11th

(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Outpost in the Burbs presents Fred Tackett and Scott Sharrard (from Little Feat) on Friday, December 11, 2026 at the First Congregational Church (40 South Fullerton Avenue) in Montclair. Doors are at 7:00pm; showtime is 8:00pm.





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Remember Jones with a 17-Piece Big Band will Headline Mary's Place by the Sea 2026 Holiday Fundraiser at The Stone Pony on December 11th

(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- Mary's Place by the Sea, a New Jersey nonprofit organization that offers wellness retreats and services for women with cancer, will present its 2026 Holiday Benefit, "A Big Band Holiday to Remember - A Mary's Place by the Sea Fundraising Event" featuring Remember Jones with a 17-piece big band and special guests on Friday, December 11th at The Stone Pony. Showtime is 8:00pm.



From Good Homes to Play two nights at The Newton Theatre

(NEWTON, NJ) -- From Good Homes returns to The Newton Theatre for shows on December 18-19, 2026. Doors open at 7:00pm with showtime at 8:00pm each night.



The Newton Theatre presents All You Need Is John - The Music of John Lennon

(NEWTON, NJ) -- All You Need is John - The Music of John Lennon comes to The Newton Theatre on Thursday, February 11, 2027 at 8:00pm. This show celebrates his music from The Beatles, through his astonishing solo work.



The Newton Theatre presents Clay Aiken on February 28th

(NEWTON, NJ) -- Clay Aiken will perform at The Newton Theatre on Sunday, February 28, 2027 at 7:00pm. America first fell in love with Clay's extraordinary voice and undeniable charisma on the second season of American Idol. His journey on the show became a cultural phenomenon, drawing nearly 40 million viewers to the finale—one of the highest-rated live television broadcasts of the 21st century—and launching one of the most successful recording careers to emerge from the series.



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


Embark on a breathtaking musical journey through the heart of the Romantic era at Enlow Recital Hall. Join Kean faculty artists Alexander Bui (piano) and Rachel Carlson (soprano), alongside distinguished guest artists Gregory Stout (piano), Dylan Hamme (violin), and Elisabeth Chang (cello), for a passionate evening of instrumental mastery. Experience virtuoso piano solos by Chopin and Liszt alongside enchanting art songs by Hahn. The evening also features the rare brilliance of two magnificent 9-foot Steinway & Sons and Fazioli concert grand pianos sharing the stage as dynamic piano duos deliver a thrilling suite of dances by Arensky, Rachmaninoff, Brahms, and Piazzolla, before culminating in Mendelssohn’s spectacular, dramatic piano trio.

 
The current cast members of the Emmy®-nominated TV show Whose Line Is It Anyway? are proud to present their new improv tour: WHOSE LIVE ANYWAY?



 
Written by and Starring Kathryn Grody  
Directed by Timothy Near  
 
A Radical, Rollicking Rumination on the Optimism of Staying Alive 

 
Hablando Huevadas, the viral video podcast that became a Hispanic comedy phenomenon on YouTube, returns to the U.S. this fall. Ricardo Mendoza and Jorge Luna are hitting the road again following their historic 2024 tour where they became the first Spanish-speaking comedians to sell out Madison Square Garden.

 
Born in Mozambique and raised in Mouraria, one of Lisbon’s most historic neighborhoods, Mariza grew up surrounded by the voices, guitars, and traditions of fado. From an early age, she embraced that legacy and transformed it into a universal language, becoming the most acclaimed Portuguese artist in the world. 



 
The music lives on.



 
Written by and Starring Kathryn Grody  
Directed by Timothy Near  
 
A Radical, Rollicking Rumination on the Optimism of Staying Alive 

 
Written by and Starring Kathryn Grody  
Directed by Timothy Near  
 
A Radical, Rollicking Rumination on the Optimism of Staying Alive 

 
Isabel Klee is a writer, content creator, and one of the most prominent voices in the pet advocacy space. Based in Brooklyn, Isabel has built a deeply engaged audience around her writing and her firsthand experience fostering dogs in New York City, bringing visibility to the urgent need for fosters and the animals who depend on them. Her debut memoir, Dogs, Boys, and Other Things I’ve Cried About debuted April 2026 as a New York Times #1 Best Seller.

 
Aziz Ansari is an award-winning actor, director, writer, and comedian. He co-created, writes, directs, and stars in the Netflix original series Master of None for which he has won two Emmys® for Outstanding Comedy Writing, as well as an Emmy® and DGA Award nomination for directing. He recently released the film Good Fortune, which he wrote, directed, and co-starred in with Keanu Reeves and Seth Rogen.