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This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts Taking Place November 21-27, 2023

originally published: 11/21/2023


Here is a look at upcoming shows taking place from November 21-27, 2023 along with our featured listings. New Jersey Stage offers previews of concerts throughout the Garden State as well as select shows in New York City and Philadelphia areas. Click on the title to go to the full preview. Jump to Featured EventsEvent PreviewsEvent Listings.

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FEATURED EVENTS

Tuesday, November 21, 2023 - MPAC presents Judy Collins and Madeleine Peyroux. (MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Enjoy a double bill of two of music's most acclaimed vocalists -- folk legend Judy Collins and jazz mainstay Madeleine Peyroux -- at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) on Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at 7:30pm. Tickets range from $49-$89.

 




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Saturday, November 25, 2023 - SOPAC presents Giants of Jazz honoring Kenny Barron. (SOUTH ORANGE, NJ) -- South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC) presents Giants of Jazz honoring Kenny Barron on Saturday, November 25, 2023. Giants of Jazz has become a legendary event in South Orange, featuring the convergence of countless Jazz greats in an unforgettable evening of music. Curated by Jazz legend and South Orange resident John Lee, this year SOPAC celebrates a titan of Jazz piano who The Los Angeles Times lauds as "one of the top Jazz pianists in the world," Kenny Barron! Showtime is 8:00pm.

Sunday, November 26, 2023 - State Theatre presents Sarah Brightman - A Christmas Symphony. (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents the world's biggest-selling soprano and legendary Grammy® Award-nominated artist Sarah Brightman in A Christmas Symphony on Sunday, November 26, 2023 at 7:30pm. Tickets range from $69-$199.

EVENT PREVIEWS

Thursday, November 23, 2023 - NJPAC presents STOMP. (NEWARK, NJ) -- New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents STOMP, expect an explosive, inventive, provocative, witty, and utterly unique—an unforgettable experience for audiences of all ages on Thursday, November 23 and Friday November 24, 2023 at 7:30pm.

Friday, November 24, 2023 - Newton Theatre presents The Fixx on November 24th. (NEWTON, NJ) -- The Newton Theatre presents The Fixx on Friday, November 24, 2023 at 8:00pm. The Fixx has been often heralded as one of the most innovative bands to come out of the MTV era. Instantly recognizable, Their sound is unmistakably unique and stands out among the thousands of artists filling the airwaves.

Friday, November 24, 2023 - Railroad Earth Returns to the Poconos for Horn o' Plenty Weekend. (STROUDSBURG, PA) -- Get ready for an unparalleled musical weekend in Downtown Stroudsburg, PA, as the Sherman Theater presents the Railroad Earth Horn O' Plenty Weekend on November 24-25, 2023. This two-day extravaganza is set to captivate audiences with a blend of live performances, pre-show entertainment, and local festivities, promising a weekend of unforgettable experiences.

Friday, November 24, 2023 - Princeton Makes to Host "Grateful" Thanksgiving Concert on Friday. (PRINCETON, NJ) -- Princeton Makes, a Princeton-based artist cooperative, will host a "Grateful" Thanksgiving as part of its coffeehouse music series on Friday, November 24, 2023 from 4:00pm to 5:30pm. The event will be held at the Princeton Makes artist studios and art market in the Princeton Shopping Center.




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Saturday, November 25, 2023 - NJPAC presents Gilberto Santa Rosa. (NEWARK, NJ) -- Gilberto Santa Rosa - "El Caballero de la Salsa" - returns to New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on Saturday, November 25, 2023 at 8:00pm. Gilberto Santa Rosa, the legendary sonero and six-time GRAMMY® Award winner, is one of the world's most successful Latin music vocalists.

Saturday, November 25, 2023 - Cure Insurance Arena presents Duelo de Acordeones. (TRENTON, NJ) -- Cure Insurance Arena presents Duelo de Acordeones on Saturday, November 25, 2023 at 9:00pm. The event features performances by Pesado, Los Invasores de Nuevo León, and Los Cardenales de Nuevo León.

Sunday, November 26, 2023 - NJPAC presents Air Supply. (NEWARK, NJ) -- New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents the Australian soft rock group Air Supply, a staple of early-80s radio, on Sunday, November 26, 2023 at 7:00pm. The duo of Graham Russell and Russell Hitchcock has been serenading the world since the '70s. Their catalog of chart-topping hits is legendary: "Lost in Love," "Here I Am," "The One That You Love," "All Out of Love," "The Power of Love," and "Even the Nights Are Better."

Sunday, November 26, 2023 - Music at the Mansion Returns November 26th. (MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- NiCori Studios & Productions announces the next installment of the long running Cabaret series "Music at the Mansion™" at the historic Thorne Mansion home of the Morristown Unitarian Universalist Fellowship in Morristown on Sunday, November 26, 2023. Showtime is 3:00pm.

Sunday, November 26, 2023 - The Levoy Theatre presents The Wizards of Winter. (MILLVILLE, NJ) -- The Levoy Theatre presents The Wizards of Winter on Sunday, November 26, 2023 at 7:00pm. The band, which features former members of Classic Rock Giants – The Trans- Siberian Orchestra, Rainbow, Alice Cooper, Blue Oyster Cult and Trixter, along with Broadway and Theater veterans, will perform a Christmas Holiday rock opera titled "The Christmas Dream".

EVENT LISTINGS

Tuesday, November 21, 2023 @ 7:30pm - Judy Collins and Madeleine Peyroux at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown, NJ 07960

Friday, November 24, 2023 @ 8:00pm - Remember Jones – Back to Black Friday at The Vogel, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank, NJ 07701

Saturday, November 25, 2023 @ 7:30pm - Davy Knowles at Lizzie Rose Music Room, 217 E. Main Street, Tuckerton, NJ 08087

Saturday, November 25, 2023 @ 7:30pm - 70s vs 80s: The Battle of the Decades at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown, NJ 07960




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Saturday, November 25, 2023 @ 8:00pm - Let’s Sing Taylor – A Live Band Experience Celebrating Taylor Swift at The Vogel, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank, NJ 07701

Saturday, November 25, 2023 @ 8:00pm - Giants of Jazz: Honoring Great Jazz Artists at South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC), One Sopac Way, South Orange, NJ 07079

Sunday, November 26, 2023 @ 12:00pm - The Rock and Roll Playhouse: The Beatles for Kids, featuring The Wag at The Vogel, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank, NJ 07701

Sunday, November 26, 2023 @ 7:30pm - Sarah Brightman: A Christmas Symphony at State Theatre New Jersey, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

Monday, November 27, 2023 @ 7:30pm - WP Percussion Ensemble at William Paterson University - Shea Auditorium, 300 Pompton Rd, Wayne, NJ 07470

Monday, November 27, 2023 @ 8:00pm - Canadian Brass: Making Spirits Bright at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood, NJ 07631


EVENT PREVIEWS

(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Outpost in the Burbs presents Rhett Miller on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 8:00pm. Rhett is a revered singer-songwriter known for his more than three decades fronting the popular rock band Old 97's who were honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award during the 2025 Americana Awards at Nashville's Ryman Auditorium.
Clint Black Brings His Back On The Blacktop Tour with Special Guest Gareth to CarteretPAC on April 25th

Clint Black Brings His Back On The Blacktop Tour with Special Guest Gareth to CarteretPAC on April 25th

(CARTERET, NJ) -- Clint Black Brings His Back On The Blacktop Tour with Special Guest Gareth to the URSB Carteret Performing Arts and Events Center on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 8:00pm.
The Chapin Family presents: Harry Chapin’s Greatest Stories LIVE

The Chapin Family presents: Harry Chapin’s Greatest Stories LIVE

(WAYNE, NJ) -- The Chapin Family presents: Harry Chapin’s Greatest Stories LIVE on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at the Shea Center for Performing Arts. In the long rich history of Family Groups in American Roots Music, this family has a special place. When these singers, songwriters and extraordinary live performers come together, magic happens. Showtime is 8:00pm.
Sold-Out Cabaret Returns: The Light Between – A Modern Cabaret Comes to Lincroft on April 25th

Sold-Out Cabaret Returns: The Light Between – A Modern Cabaret Comes to Lincroft on April 25th

(LINCROFT, NJ) -- After selling out 200 seats in just days, The Light Between – A Modern Cabaret returns for a special encore performance Saturday, April 25, 2026 at The Earth Room at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Monmouth County. Created and performed by PJ Casbar and Tom McCormack, the show blends original music, musical-theater favorites, and modern pop into a character-driven cabaret evening that moves between humor, storytelling, and moments of theatrical surprise. Showtime is 7:30pm.
The Newton Theatre presents Kashmir: The Spirit of Led Zeppelin - 55/50 TOUR

The Newton Theatre presents Kashmir: The Spirit of Led Zeppelin - 55/50 TOUR

(NEWTON, NJ) -- Kashmir: The Spirit of Led Zeppelin brings its 55/50 TOUR to The Newton Theatre on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 8:00pm. The tour celebrates two groundbreaking albums - the 55th anniversary of Led Zeppelin IV and the 50th anniversary of Presence. This tour promises an unforgettable journey through the soundscapes that have influenced generations and continue to inspire.
João Bosco Quartet - 80th Birthday Celebration of Brazilian Music Legend João Bosco to take place at McCarter Theatre on April 25th

João Bosco Quartet - 80th Birthday Celebration of Brazilian Music Legend João Bosco to take place at McCarter Theatre on April 25th

(PRINCETON, NJ) -- McCarter Theatre Center presents the João Bosco Quartet in a special performance celebrating the legendary Brazilian artist's 80th birthday and more than five decades of groundbreaking music-making on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 7:30pm. Presented in association with Brazil LAB, this performance celebrates João Bosco’s extraordinary career.
Albert Music Hall presents a Modern Country Music Show on Saturday

Albert Music Hall presents a Modern Country Music Show on Saturday

(WARETOWN, NJ) -- On any given night at Albert Music Hall, audiences are more likely to hear early honky-tonk or the songs of Johnny Cash than the modern country sounds of artists like Luke Combs or Miranda Lambert. That will change on Saturday, April 25, 2026, when the Hall leans into the modern era with a special show dedicated to new country music.
New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC) presents Yellow Brick Road - A Tribute to Elton John on Saturday

New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC) presents Yellow Brick Road - A Tribute to Elton John on Saturday

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- The New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC) presents Yellow Brick Road - A Tribute to Elton John on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 8:00pm. Limited tickets remain.
Tony Award Nominee Eva Noblezada to close Kean Stage

Tony Award Nominee Eva Noblezada to close Kean Stage's 2025-2026 season

(HILLSIDE, NJ) -- An Evening with Eva Noblezada will close Kean Stage's 2025-2026 season on Sunday, April 26 at Enlow Recital Hall in Hillside. The two-time Tony Award nominee brings a set list full of class, quirkiness and heartbreak as she takes you on her personal journey of discovering a deep love for music and theatre. Enjoy songs from classic musicals that take you back in time, and pop hits reimagined as if they were set in a sexy smoky speakeasy. Showtime is 7:00pm.
Jazz Vespers Service at Burlington Quaker Meeting House to Feature Internationally Acclaimed Musicians Diane Monroe and Tony Miceli

Jazz Vespers Service at Burlington Quaker Meeting House to Feature Internationally Acclaimed Musicians Diane Monroe and Tony Miceli

(BURLINGTON, NJ) -- The historic Burlington Quaker Meeting House will come alive with the sound of jazz on Saturday, April 11, 2026, as internationally acclaimed violinist Diane Monroe and South Jersey native vibraphonist Tony Miceli headline a special Joyful Noise Jazz Vespers Service blending music, reflection, and community. Showtime is 3:00pm.

 

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