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theatre
MPAC presents the Murder Mystery Comedy "CLUE" 
(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- CLUE, the hilarious murder mystery comedy inspired by the Hasbro board game and adapted from the fan-favorite film, comes to Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) Friday-Sunday, April 25-27, 2025.
Ocean County College Repertory Theatre presents "Deathtrap" 
(TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- Prepare for an evening of suspense, wit, and shocking twists when the Ocean County College Repertory Theatre Company presents Ira Levin's Deathtrap in the Black Box Theater (Building 11B) at the Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts from April 25 through May 4, 2025.
This Week in Theatre: Previews for Plays Taking Place in New Jersey from April 8-14, 2025 
Here are previews of plays taking place in the New Jersey area from April 8-14, 2025 including a look at productions currently being presented and those coming soon. New Jersey Stage covers Equity, community, college, and high school theatre. Check back every week for the weekly theatre preview.
Vivid Stage to present Gemstones Episode 6 
(SUMMIT, NJ) -- Vivid Stage, in residence at Oakes Center (120 Morris Avenue) in Summit, is celebrating its 30th Anniversary season, marking decades of bringing contemporary theatre to audiences in the state of New Jersey. Coming up is the sixth episode of the original series, Gemstones, by Phoebe Farber. Episode 6 runs Saturday, April 26 at 8:00pm and Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 2:00pm.
WHATCo to Hold Open Auditions for "The Tempest" 
(HARRISON, NJ) -- The West Hudson Arts & Theater Company (WHATCo) will hold open in-person auditions for their production of Shakespeare's The Tempest on Wednesday, April 16 and Thursday, April 17, 2025 from 7:00pm – 9:30pm at the Spanish Pavilion Restaurant, Event Room (downstairs) in Harrison.
music
This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts Taking Place in NJ from April 8-14, 2025 
Here is a look at shows taking place in the New Jersey area from April 8-14, 2025 along with our featured listings and a look at some upcoming shows. New Jersey Stage offers previews of concerts throughout the Garden State as well as select shows in New York City and Philadelphia areas.
Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Ari Hest on Sunday 
(TUCKERTON, NJ) -- The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Grammy nominated singer/songwriter Ari Hest on Sunday, April 13, 2025. Doors are at 7:00pm, showtime is 7:30pm.
bergenPAC presents WHAT THE WORLD NEEDS NOW: The Bacharach Songbook Live featuring Todd Rundgren and Rob Shirakbari 
(ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- WHAT THE WORLD NEEDS NOW: The Burt Bacharach Songbook Live in Concert comes to Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) on Friday, April 11, 2025 at 8:00pm. The show is dedicated to honoring the award-winning music of songwriting icon Burt Bacharach and features Todd Rundgren and Rob Shirakbari.
comedy
This Friday, NBPAC presents Joe Wong's Stand-Up Comedy Tour: Between Jobs 
(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC) presents Joe Wong's Stand-Up Comedy Tour: Between Jobs on Friday, April 11, 2025 at 8:00pm. Comedian Peng Dang will open the night.
dance
Celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month with 'Bottle Dancers USA' at the Ocean County Library 
(TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- L'chaim! Experience the ebullience and energy that make Jewish culture a treat and a treasure. The Ocean County Library is pleased to present performances by Bottle Dancers USA at four branches (Waretown, Stafford, Jackson, and Upper Shores) during May.
community
Events This Week in New Jersey from April 8-14, 2025 
Here is a look at upcoming events taking place from April 8-14, 2025 along with our featured listings. New Jersey Stage offers previews of events throughout the Garden State as well as select shows in New York City and Philadelphia areas.
Centenary Stage Company Announces Lineup for Summerfest 2025 
(HACKETTSTOWN, NJ) -- Centenary Stage Company has announced their Summerfest lineup of Concert events and Musical Theater. The summer 2025 season will feature two musical theatre productions, a concert, and a comedy performance in the months of July and August.
kids
State Theatre New Jersey presents Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock LIVE 
(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock LIVE on Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 1:00pm & 5:00pm. Jim Henson's musical, fun-loving Fraggles are dancing their cares away across North America and coming to STNJ for the first-ever live touring show based on The Jim Henson Company's beloved franchise.
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EVENT PREVIEWS
Outpost in the Burbs presents Emily Grove's Joni Jam
November 14, 2025
Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Griffin House
November 14, 2025
Newton Theatre presents The Breakers - Tom Petty Tribute Band
November 14, 2025
Makin Waves with Don McLean: Starry Stories
November 14, 2025
StocktonPAC presents "Black Angels Over Tuskegee"
November 14, 2025
Hats Off To Downtown brings an evening of shopping, prizes, and fun to South Orange
November 14, 2025
Fund for Irish Studies at Princeton University presents a Conversation with Olwen Fouéré
November 14, 2025
Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena presents Warren Zeiders
November 14, 2025
UCPAC presents Black Sabbath and Metallica tribute bands on Friday
November 14, 2025
Billy Strings to Play Two Nights at Prudential Center
November 14-15, 2025
