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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. Click here for photos from the production.
George Street Playhouse presents "The Shark is Broken" - a comedy about the making of "Jaws". (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- George Street Playhouse presents The Shark is Broken, written by Ian Shaw and Joseph Nixon (Spy), from April 29 through May 18, 2025. Directed by Peter Flynn (Fiddler on the Roof), the cast includes Jason Babinsky (Network) as Roy Scheider, Jeffrey M. Bender (A Time to Kill) as Robert Shaw, and Max Wolkowitz (The Sabbath Girl: The Musical) as Richard Dreyfuss.
Wednesday, April 30 - Monmouth University's Center for the Arts presents Candlelight Spring: Tribute to Coldplay. (WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ) -- Monmouth University's Center for the Arts presents Candlelight Spring: Tribute to Coldplay on Wednesday, April 30, 2025 in the Pollak Theatre. Showtime is 7:00pm.
Thursday, May 1 - Bruce Hornsby and yMusic present BrhyM at bergenPAC. (ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Bruce Hornsby and yMusic present BrhyM at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) on Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 7:00pm. The distinctive American songwriter, pianist and three-time Grammy Award-winner is joined by yMusic, the genre-leading contemporary classical ensemble, for a performance showcasing new collaborative compositions from their critically acclaimed album Deep Sea Vents plus other favorites from Hornsby's illustrious catalog.
CDC Theatre presents "Legally Blonde, The Musical". (CRANFORD, NJ) -- Harvard's beloved blonde takes the stage at CDC Theatre in Cranford by pink storm in this fun, upbeat story of self-discovery! CDC Theatre presents Legally Blonde, The Musical weekends from May 2-18, 2025.
Friday, May 2 - State Theatre New Jersey presents Jim Henson's Labyrinth: In Concert. (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents Jim Henson’s Labyrinth: In Concert on Friday, May 2, 2025 at 7:30pm. For the first time, Jim Henson’s original masterpiece and musical fantasy film Labyrinth, starring the iconic David Bowie, will transport fans to Goblin City in an exciting fusion of film and live music on stage. Labyrinth in Concert will start with a costume contest on stage. Winners will walk away with some fabulous merchandise.
South Camden Theatre Company presents "How The Light Gets In" by E.M. Lewis. (CAMDEN, NJ) -- South Camden Theatre Company celebrates 20 years of professional theatre in Camden with the regional premiere of How The Light Gets In by E.M. Lewis weekends from May 2-18, 2025. The play is about a travel writer who never travels. A Japanese architect who can't figure out how to build a simple tea house. A gifted tattoo artist who resists the power of his talents. And a homeless girl who lives under a weeping willow tree in the Japanese Garden. Click here for a feature on the production.
The Mo Willems Classic, "Knuffle Bunny" Arrives At The Growing Stage. (NETCONG, NJ) -- The Growing Stage: The Children's Theatre of New Jersey is thrilled to present, Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Musical weekends from May 2-18, 2025. Based on the book by Mo Willems and published by Hyperion Books for Children, the musical features a script and lyrics by Mo Willems and music by Michael Silversher. It tells the story of Trixie, her father and her favorite stuffed bunny as they set off on a trip to the Laundromat.
Friday, May 2 - Stanley Jordan to Perform at Avenel Performing Arts Center. (AVENEL, NJ) -- Woodbridge Township presents Stanley Jordan at The Avenel Performing Arts Center with support from Woodbridge Arts on Friday, May 2, 2025 at 7:30pm. James "Biscuit" Rouse will open the night.
Axelrod Performing Arts Center presents "Rock of Ages". (DEAL PARK, NJ) -- The five-time Tony Award-nominated musical Rock of Ages storms into the Axelrod Performing Arts Center in Deal Park, NJ for a limited two-week run from May 2-18, 2025 and brings along with it plenty of hairspray, spandex and glam rock! This jukebox musical celebrating the best of '80s rock, helmed by Emmy-nominated director and choreographer Lisa Stevens, features tunes from the likes of Journey, Bon Jovi, Pat Benatar, Twisted Sister and more!
Adelphi Orchestra presents Northern Harmonies Concert featuring Violinist Matthew Hakkarainen. (RIVER EDGE, NJ) -- The Adelphi Orchestra, New Jersey's longest continuously performing orchestra, presents Northern Harmonies, a stirring concert showcasing the works of Sibelius, Grieg, and Svendsen under the baton of Maestro Kyunghun Kim. The concert takes place on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 3:00pm at the Broadway Presbyterian Church in New York City and on Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 2:00pm at the Fair Lawn Community Center in New Jersey.
Saturday, May 3 - The Jazz Remix at NBPAC presents Kim and Kayla Waters. (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- The Jazz Remix at NBPAC presents Kim and Kayla Waters on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at the New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC). Showtime is 7:00pm.
Sunday, May 4 - Remember Jones presents Back to BACK TO BLACK: The Amy Winehouse Celebration at Outpost in the Burbs. (MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Remember Jones presents back to BACK TO BLACK: the AMY WINEHOUSE celebration at Outpost in the Burbs on May 4, 2025 at 7:00pm (6:30pm doors). The concert will take place at the First Congregational Church (40 South Fullerton Avenue) in Montclair.
Sunday, May 4 - Sammy By The Sea Tribute Event Will Celebrate Sammy Davis, Jr.'s 100th Anniversary!. (AVON-BY-THE-SEA, NJ) -- A memorable musical event, Sammy By The Sea, presented by producer Karen Morris of Sand Castle Communications and The Rack Pack Music Alliance, will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the multitalented, sensational performer known as Mr. Entertainment, the incomparable Sammy Davis, Jr.!
Sunday, May 4 - Middletown Arts Center's May MAC Music Cafe features Gabrielle Lea, Carol Lester, Keith Monacchio, and Mark Healy. (MIDDLETOWN, NJ) -- Middletown Arts Center's monthly music showcase features singer-songwriters Gabrielle Lea, Carol Lester, Keith Monacchio, and Mark Healy. It takes place Sunday, May 4, 2025 from 4:00pm to 6:00pm. Admission is free with a $5 suggested donation.
Wednesday, April 30 - PSO Soundtracks: #quartweets with Signum Quartet. (PRINCETON, NJ) -- The award-winning string ensemble Signum Quartet revisits its 2015 #quartweet Project with an interactive talk on Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 7:00pm in the Community Room at the Princeton Public Library. Presented by the Princeton Symphony Orchestra in partnership with the Library, the talk will include an explanation of the social media-inspired #quartweet format followed by performances of the Quartet's best loved #quartweets by professional and student composers, as well as premieres of some new #quartweet compositions. The audience will have the opportunity to compose a group #quartweet and hear the music come to life.
Thursday, May 1 - Signum Quartet Returns to Perform on PSO Chamber Series at Trinity Church. (PRINCETON, NJ) -- The internationally known ensemble Signum Quartet returns to Princeton on Thursday, May 1, 2025 to perform on the Princeton Symphony Orchestra (PSO)'s new chamber music series at Trinity Church. Showtime is 7:00pm.
Friday, May 2 - The Newton Theatre presents Jefferson Starship. (NEWTON, NJ) -- Jefferson Starship brings their 50th Anniversary Tour to The Newton Theatre on Friday, May 2, 2025 at 8:00pm. One of the most successful arena rock bands of the '70s and '80s, they earned 3 platinum and 8 gold records, as well as numerous Top 40 Billboard singles. As they celebrate their 50th anniversary, the band reaches a rare milestone that only a few bands ever achieve.
Friday, May 2 - Stone Pony Summer Stage presents Warren Zeiders with special guest Tyler Braden. (ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- The Stone Pony Summer Stage presents Warren Zeiders with special guest Tyler Braden on Friday, May 2, 2025. Warren Zeiders is one of Country music's newest and most-promising stars. Doors are at 6:30pm, showtime is 8:00pm.
Friday, May 2 - WDHA presents Ace Frehley at Starland Ballroom. (SAYREVILLE, NJ) -- WDHA presents Ace Frehley on Friday, May 2, 2025 at the Starland Ballroom. Support comes from Mainline, Rahway, and Ten Ton Mojo. Doors are at 6:00pm, showtime is 7:00pm.
Friday, May 2 - The Levoy Theatre presents 2U - "The World's 2nd Best U2 Show". (MILLVILLE, NJ) -- The Levoy Theatre presents 2U - a U2 tribute band on Friday, May 2, 2025. Doors are at 6:00pm, showtime is 7:00pm. They are the only U2-authentic show that's been called by Bono, "The best U2 tribute band we are aware of to date, hands down!"
Friday, May 2 - Troubadour Acoustic Concert Series presents Abby Posner with Bob Andrews. (MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- The Folk Project's Troubadour Acoustic Concert Series presents Abby Posner with Bob Andrews on Friday, May 2, 2025 at 7:30pm. The concert is available in-person and via live webcast.
Saturday, May 3 - New Jersey Symphony and Windborne Music Group present The Music of Led Zeppelin. (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- New Jersey Symphony and Windborne Music Group present The Music of Led Zeppelin with Brent Havens conducting and Justin Sargent performing as a vocalist on the program. The performances will take place on Saturday, May 3 at 8:00pm, at bergenPAC in Englewood; and Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 3:00pm, at State Theatre New Jersey in New Brunswick.
Sunday, May 4 - Larry Fuller Trio at May Jersey Jazz LIVE! in Madison. Pianist Larry Fuller has always loved musicians who "play at an incredible level but still remain accessible to an audience." Some examples among pianists, he said, are Oscar Peterson, Monty Alexander, Cedar Walton, and Ahmad Jamal. That will be the musical essence of Fuller's performance when he leads a trio on Sunday, May 4, 2025 at the New Jersey Jazz Society's Jersey Jazz LIVE! concert at the Madison (NJ) Community Arts Center. His music, he said, will hopefully "uplift people with the spirit and energy of swinging."
Monday, May 5 - Count Basie Center for the Arts presents the Gene Simmons Band. (RED BANK, NJ) -- Count Basie Center for the Arts presents the Gene Simmons Band on Monday, May 5, 2025 at 7:30pm. Simmons is an international rock legend and co-founder of KISS, America’s #1 gold record award-winning group of all time in all categories (RIAA).
NJ Rep presents "Comfort" by Neil LaBute. (LONG BRANCH, NJ) -- New Jersey Repertory Company (NJ Rep) continues its 28th season with Neil LaBute's Comfort, directed by Evan Bergman. The production runs from April 17 to May 11, 2025, with opening on April 19, 2025, at NJ Rep's intimate theater in Long Branch. The new play follows the complicated, love-hate relationship between a mother and son as they barrel towards the unknown, battling over ownership of a treasured manuscript.
Music Mountain Theatre presents "POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive". (LAMBERTVILLE, NJ) -- Music Mountain Theatre presents POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive weekends from April 18 through May 4, 2025. The play by Selina Fillinger is about a derogatory comment, a summit gone awry, an anal abscess - it's a bad day at the White House.
Centenary Stage Company's NEXTStage Repertory presents "Carrie: The Musical". (HACKETTSTOWN, NJ) -- Centenary Stage Company's NEXTStage Repertory will end their 2025 season with Carrie: The Musical from April 24 through May 4, 2025. With book by Lawrence D. Cohen (screenwriter of the classic 1976 film), lyrics by Dean Pitchford, and music by Michael Gore, Carrie: the Musical, brings Stephen King's novel to the stage.
The Summit Playhouse presents "Fun Home". (SUMMIT, NJ) -- The Summit Playhouse presents Fun Home by Alison Bechdel, Jeanine Tesori, and Lisa Kron weekends from April 25 through May 10, 2025. In this groundbreaking and deeply personal musical, Alison Bechdel revisits her past to make sense of her father's secrets and her own journey to self-discovery.
MCCC Theatre and Dance Students present the Musical Comedy "Anything Goes". (WEST WINDSOR, NJ) -- Get ready to hit the high seas with a cast of zany characters and toe-tapping tunes when the Mercer County Community College (MCCC) Academic Theater and Dance program presents the musical comedy "Anything Goes," April 25 to May 4, 2025 at the Kelsey Theatre on the college's West Windsor Campus.
The Broadway Theatre of Pitman presents "West Side Story". (PITMAN, NJ) -- The Broadway Theatre of Pitman presents West Side Story weekends from April 25 through May 18, 2025. Step into the streets of New York City and experience the timeless tale of love, rivalry, and passion. From the first notes to the final breath, West Side Story is one of the most memorable musicals and greatest love stories of all time.
"Wit" at Playhouse 22 Looks at Life, Death, Poetry, and Compassion. (EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- Wit, a drama by Margaret Edson and directed by Ed Faver runs weekends from April 25 - May 4, 2025 at Playhouse 22, as part of the theater's "On the Edge" series. The play centers on Vivian Bearing, a brilliant and seemingly unemotional poetry professor as she undergoes an experimental and extremely aggressive chemotherapy treatment for metastatic Stage IV terminal ovarian cancer.
The trial that shook a nation - Roundtable Theatre Company presents the musical "Parade". (FAIR LAWN, NJ) -- Roundtable Theatre Company presents the Tony-award winning musical PARADE, with music and lyrics by Jason Robert Brown, and book by Alfred Uhry, from April 25 - May 3, 2025. Set in 1913 Georgia and inspired by true events, PARADE recounts the story of Leo Frank, a Jewish factory manager wrongfully accused of a heinous crime.
Art House Productions presents 2025 INKubator New Play Festival. (JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Art House Productions presents the 2025 INKubator New Play Festival from April 28 - May 7. This year's playwrights are Phillip Gregory Burke, Sarah Cuneo, Molly Horan, Frank Murdocco, and M. D. Schaffer. Audiences who attend the festival will have the opportunity to participate in conversations with the writers, directors, and actors following each performance. All readings are free to attend, but advanced registration is required.
Masquerade Theatre presents "Once". (RIVERSIDE, NJ) -- Masquerade Theatre presents Once across three weekends from April 25 through May 11, 2025. On the streets of Dublin, an Irish musician and a Czech immigrant are drawn together by their shared love of music. Over the course of one fateful week, an unexpected friendship and collaboration quickly evolves into a powerful but complicated love story.
The Road Company presents "Hairspray". (WILLIAMSTOWN, NJ) -- The Road Company presents Hairspray from April 24 through May 10, 2025. You can’t stop the beat in this big and bold musical about one girl's inspiring dream to dance.
Ocean County Library Toms River Branch to present WREP and 'theater of the imagination'. (TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- Return to the era when families gathered around the wireless set for "theater of the imagination." The Ocean County Library Toms River Branch is pleased to host a live presentation by WREP – When Radio Entertained People on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. The event begins at 7:00pm.
Luna Stage presents "the ripple, the wave that carried me home". (WEST ORANGE, NJ) -- Luna Stage presents "the ripple, the wave that carried me home" from May 1-25, 2025 on the MainStage. This is a story of racial justice, political legacy and family forgiveness by 2025 Steinberg Playwright Award winner and Tony nominee Christina Anderson.
Garden State New Play Festival to Take Place in Jersey City. (JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Jersey City Theater Center and The New Jersey Play Lab present the inaugural Garden State New Play Festival from May 1-4 and May 8-11, 2025 at White Eagle Hall and Five Corners Library Theatre. This groundbreaking festival offers a reimagined model for new play development—one rooted in community, advocacy, and artistic equity.
Studio Players presents a limited run of "The Laramie Project". (UPPER MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Studio Players presents a limited run of The Laramie Project by Moisés Kaufman and the Members of Tectonic. The production is directed by Thomas J. Donohue II and runs from May 1-4, 2025.
Burlington County Footlighters presents "Fiddler on the Roof". (CINNAMINSON, NJ) -- Burlington County Footlighters presents Fiddler on the Roof across three weekends from May 2-17, 2025. The classic musical is set in the little village of Anatevka, the story centers on Tevye, a poor milkman, and his five daughters. With the help of a colorful and tight-knit Jewish community, Tevye tries to protect his daughters and instill them with traditional values in the face of changing social mores and the growing anti-Semitism of Czarist Russia.
The Village Playbox presents "Man of La Mancha". (HADDON HEIGHTS, NJ) -- The Village Playbox presents Man of La Mancha weekends from May 2-17, 2025. This is one of the world's most popular musicals. Inspired by Miguel de Cervantes' 17th-century masterwork Don Quixote, it is set during the Spanish Inquisition.
Chatham Players presents "Home, I'm Darling". (CHATHAM, NJ) -- Chatham Players presents Home, I'm Darling weekends from May 2-17, 2025. Every marriage needs a little fantasy to keep it sparkling. But behind the gingham curtains, being a domestic goddess isn't as easy as it looks... This is Laura Wade's dark comedy about sex, cake and the quest to be the perfect 1950s housewife.
Minature Musical Makers presents "Dear Edwina". (SOMERSET, NJ) -- Minature Musical Makers presents Dear Edwina by Marcy Heisler from May 2-4, 2025 at Villagers Theatre. This is a heartwarming musical about the joys of growing up, from the creators of Junie B. Jones The Musical. The show’s heroine is an advice-giver extraordinaire, like a spunky, singing version of Dear Abby.
Somerset Valley Players presents "The Girl on the Train". (HILLSBOROUGH, NJ) -- Somerset Valley Players presents The Girl on the Train weekends from May 2-18, 2025. In this play by Rachel Wagstaff, Duncan Abel, and Paula Hawkins, Rachel Watson longs for a different life. Her only escape is the perfect couple she watches through the train window every day, happy and in love. Or so it appears...
Bergen County Players presents "A Little Night Music" by Stephen Sondheim. (ORADELL, NJ) -- Bergen County Players (BCP), one of America's longest-running little theater companies, will close its 92nd season with Stephen Sondheim’s Tony award-winning A Little Night Music at the Little Firehouse Theatre in Oradell from May 3 through June 1, 2025. With music and lyrics by Sondheim and a book by Hugh Wheeler, lovers reunite, passions reignite, and new romances blossom in 1900s Sweden.
Youth Performers Take Flight in ShowKids Invitational Theatre's "Mary Poppins". (GLEN GARDNER, NJ) -- ShowKids Invitational Theatre (SKIT) brings the magic of Disney's "Mary Poppins" to the stage this May, featuring a double cast of talented young performers ages 7-18 at Voorhees High School in Glen Gardner. The production includes six performances between May 3-11, 2025 with special aerial effects allowing the iconic nanny to truly take flight.
Roy's Hall presents The Devil and Daisy Dirt - A Garden State Gothic Event. (BLAIRSTOWN, NJ) -- The Devil and Daisy Dirt - A Garden State Gothic Event comes to Roy's Hall on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 8:00pm. This production features live music, a life-sized puppet, and takes a deep dive into New Jersey's most intriguing lore. The cast includes Alex Dawson, Dan Diana, Arlan Feiles, and Jackie Fogel. This is one show you won't want to miss!
Westfield Community Players presents "Steel Magnolias". (WESTFIELD, NJ) -- Westfield Community Players presents Steel Magnolias across two weekends from May 3-17, 2025. In this popular comedy-drama by Robert Harling, the local ladies meet each week for appointments at the Louisiana beauty salon run by Truvy Jones.
Nimbus Dance presents Firebird & Other Sagas at Nimbus Arts Center. (JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Nimbus Dance presents Firebird & Other Sagas, a program of three works to be performed at the Nimbus Arts Center from May 1-3, 2025 at 8:00pm each night. The performances follow the March 2025 world premieres of Firebird and Dark Water in collaboration with New Jersey Symphony at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center.
Saturday, May 3 - 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.
Saturday, May 3 - 17th Annual AILEY DAY to Take Place May 3rd. (NEWARK, NJ) -- Hundreds are expected to gather in Newark for the return of the 17th annual AILEY DAY on Saturday, May 3, 2025 beginning at 10:00am at Arts High School (550 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.) and ending at 6:00pm with a free performance at NJPAC's Chamber Plaza (One Center Street). AILEY DAY includes free family-friendly activities for people of all ages and abilities and dancers of all skill levels. The full day of dance immersion kickstarts with classes taught by Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater alumni, faculty and students.
Roxey Ballet presents Viva Cultura! A Celebration of Culture, Dance and Community. (NEW HOPE, PA) -- Roxey Ballet proudly presents Viva Cultura!, a vibrant and inclusive celebration of culture, dance, and community, happening over Cinco de Mayo weekend at the Mill Ballet School. Admission is free and open to the public.
Sunday, May 4 - New Jersey Dance Theatre Ensemble and Nancy Turano to Take a Final Bow. (SUMMIT, NJ) -- New Jersey Dance Theatre Ensemble's Award-winning Artistic Director, Nancy Turano will take a final bow after 31 years at the helm of the organization. NJDTE will close its doors on June 1, 2025, after serving the New Jersey Community for 56 years.
Tuesday, April 29 - Chefs Who Care: A Night with Lidia Bastianich to Support Pediatric Cancer in New Jersey. (BRIELLE, NJ) -- The Ashley Lauren Foundation presents its Chefs Who Care event, set to take place on April 29, 2025 at the amazing Addison Park in Aberdeen. This special evening will feature celebrated Italian American chef, Lidia Bastianich as their 2025 Honoree. It promises to be an unforgettable culinary experience benefiting children with cancer and their families.
Thursday, May 1 - Morris Arts Hosts 17th Annual Great Conversations. (WHIPPANY, NJ) -- Join Morris Arts for an evening of community and unexpected connections, while supporting the arts at Great Conversations happening Thursday, May 1, 2025 at Birchwood Manor in Whippany. In a world full of constant distraction from digital devices, this one-of-a-kind annual gala encourages guests to put their phones down and engage with one another face-to-face. The event runs from 6:00pm-9:30pm.
Saturday, May 3 - Two River Theater to Honor T. Thomas Fortune Cultural Center with Inaugural Spotlight Award. (RED BANK, NJ) -- As part of its 31st Gala on Saturday, May 3, 2025, Two River Theater is thrilled to honor local Community Partner T. Thomas Fortune Cultural Center with its inaugural Spotlight Award.
Saturday, May 3 - 2025 Down & Derby Wine Festival: A Day of Wine, Music, and Derby Fun in South Jersey. (PENNSAUKEN, NJ) -- South Jersey's most anticipated wine festival is back! The Fourth Annual Down & Derby Wine Festival will take place on Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 2:00pm–7:00pm at Veterans Island in Cooper River Park. Hosted by the Camden County Board of Commissioners and Visit South Jersey, this exciting event will bring together the finest local wineries, live entertainment, delicious food, and derby-themed festivities.
Saturday, May 3 - Two River Theater Announces Entertainment and Performers for Annual Gala. (RED BANK, NJ) -- Join Two River Theater on Saturday, May 3, 2025 for an immersive theatrical experience to celebrate their 31st anniversary season! Explore the theater with a reimagined journey, from cocktails on the Rechnitz stage to a vaudevillian show that comes alive around you. Enjoy dinner with friends and mingle with fellow theater enthusiasts.
Saturday, May 3 - Rancocas Project: Outdoor Multimedia Crankie Performance Explores the Local Impact of Climate Change at Perkins Center for the Arts. (MOORESTOWN, NJ) -- The Rancocas Project Crankie Performance is a powerful, family-friendly outdoor event that blends one of the oldest storytelling art forms with shadow puppetry, live music, visual art, and local residents' voices to explore the local impacts of climate change. The performance will take place on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at Perkins Center in Moorestown and recorded for showing in Perkin's lobby and Youtube channel. The event begins at 8:00pm.
Saturday, May 3 - Go Behind the Scenes of Netflix's "Life on Our Planet" at McCarter Theatre Center. (PRINCETON, NJ) -- Go behind the lens of one of Netflix's most ambitious nature documentaries when The Making of Our Planet: Life on Our Planet comes to McCarter Theatre Center on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 7:00pm. Hosted by Emmy-nominated showrunner Dan Tapster, this immersive multimedia event brings Earth's epic story to life through stunning visuals, personal storytelling, and rarely shared behind-the-scenes moments.
Sunday, May 4 - The Greater New Hope Chamber of Commerce presents its second annual New Hope Star Wars Day celebration. (NEW HOPE, PA) -- The Greater New Hope Chamber of Commerce presents its second annual May the 4th: New Hope Star Wars Day celebration on Saturday, May 4, 2025, from 12:00pm to 4:00pm, in Downtown New Hope. This exciting event will bring the galaxy far, far away to life with iconic Star Wars characters taking over the streets of New Hope.
Wednesday, April 30 - Bergen County Author Danielle Sherman-Lazar to Have Book Signing at 2025 Bergen Women's Health Experience. (PARAMUS, NJ) -- Noted children's book author and Bergen County resident Danielle Sherman-Lazar will be the special guest at the 2025 Bergen Women's Health Experience, taking place on Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at The Terrace at Biaggio's in Paramus, NJ. Sherman-Lazar will be signing copies of her newly released book, Mothers Are Made: How One Mom Overcame Perfectionism, Self-Doubt, Loneliness and Anxiety and Became a Better and Happier Parent. The event runs from 5:30pm–8:30pm.
Monday, May 5 - Banter Baseball with Author Phil Coffin at the Ocean County Library. (POINT PLEASANT BEACH, NJ) -- America's Pastime is in full swing. Baseball chatter is everywhere, and everyone's got an opinion. Hear an expert of the sport's history, longtime New York Times editor Phil Coffin, in his Author Talk at the Ocean County Library Point Pleasant Beach Branch on Monday, May 5, 2025. The event begins at 7:00pm.
Friday, May 2 - Annual Mercer County Teen Arts Festival to Take Place May 2nd. (WEST WINDSOR, NJ) -- On May 2, 2025, hundreds of young artists and performers will have the opportunity to experience the Mercer County Teen Arts Festival. This annual festival provides High School and Middle School students from Mercer County’s public, private, parochial, and independent schools the opportunity for a day of full arts immersion at the West Windsor campus of Mercer County Community College.
Saturday, May 3 - The Art House Gallery Presents "Ending Up" — A Bold New Installation and Artwork by DISTORT. (JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Art House Productions presents "Ending Up" by DISTORT — a bold, immersive exhibition from one of New Jersey's most celebrated muralists. The exhibition runs from Saturday, May 3 through Sunday, June 1, 2025 at the Art House Gallery.
Saturday, May 3 - Skylands Museum of Art hosts Artist's Reception with Anne Bachelier. (LAFAYETTE, NJ) -- On Saturday, May 3, 2025, the Skylands Museum of Art cordially invites the public to spend an afternoon with Anne Bachelier, the internationally recognized French surrealist artist and creator of the 26 oil paintings currently featured in the museum's acclaimed temporary art exhibition, The Phantom of the Opera. Bachelier, who arrives from France, will spend the afternoon at the museum to meet and greet visitors and will participate in special events throughout the day, including an Artist's Reception, Book Signing and a Silent Auction.
Monday, May 5 - Ocean County Library Waretown Branch to Display Nature Photos by Don Edwards. (WARETOWN, NJ) -- Gain a new view and a deep appreciation of southern Ocean County's natural beauty. The Ocean County Library Waretown Branch presents an exhibit by award winning photographer Don Edwards, "Nature in Ocean County," May 5 through June 30, 2025.
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Tuesday, April 29 @ 7:30pm - Kean University Orchestra at Kean Stage - Enlow Recital Hall, 215 North Avenue, Hillside
Tuesday, April 29 @ 7:30pm - George Street Playhouse presents "The Shark is Broken" at New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC), 11 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Wednesday, April 30 @ 7:00pm - Candlelight Spring: Tribute to Coldplay at Monmouth University - Pollak Theatre, 400 Cedar Avenue, West Long Branch
Wednesday, April 30 @ 7:30pm - George Street Playhouse presents "The Shark is Broken" at New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC), 11 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Thursday, May 1 @ 7:00pm - Bruce Hornsby and yMusic present BrhyM at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood
Thursday, May 1 @ 7:30pm - The Concert: A Tribute to ABBA at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown
Thursday, May 1 @ 7:30pm - George Street Playhouse presents "The Shark is Broken" at New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC), 11 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Friday, May 2 @ 7:00pm - Rock Of Ages at Axelrod Performing Arts Center, 100 Grant Avenue, Deal Park
Friday, May 2 @ 7:30pm - Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Musical at The Historic Palace Theatre, 7 Ledgewood Avenue, Netcong
Friday, May 2 @ 7:30pm - Deathtrap at Grunin Center - Black Box Theater, 1 College Drive, Toms River
Friday, May 2 @ 7:30pm - Stanley Jordan at Avenel Performing Arts Center, 150 Avenel Street, Avenel
Friday, May 2 @ 7:30pm - Jim Henson's "Labyrinth" in Concert at State Theatre New Jersey, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Friday, May 2 @ 7:30pm - Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood: Asking for Trouble at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown
Friday, May 2 @ 7:30pm - Phoenix Productions presents "Kinky Boots" at Count Basie Center for the Arts, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank
Friday, May 2 @ 8:00pm - "How The Light Gets In" by E. M. Lewis at South Camden Theatre Company, 400 Jasper Street, Camden
Friday, May 2 @ 8:00pm - CDC Theatre presents "Legally Blonde, The Musical" at CDC Theatre, 78 Winans Avenue, Cranford
Friday, May 2 @ 8:00pm - Neil Forever – The Ultimate Neil Diamond Tribute at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood
Saturday, May 3 @ 10:00am - Milk & Cookies Series - Julie Pasqual at State Theatre Studio, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Saturday, May 3 @ 12:00pm - Milk & Cookies Series - Julie Pasqual at State Theatre Studio, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Saturday, May 3 @ 2:00pm - Deathtrap at Grunin Center - Black Box Theater, 1 College Drive, Toms River
Saturday, May 3 @ 2:00pm - George Street Playhouse presents "The Shark is Broken" at New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC), 11 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Saturday, May 3 @ 2:00pm - Rock Of Ages at Axelrod Performing Arts Center, 100 Grant Avenue, Deal Park
Saturday, May 3 @ 2:00pm - Phoenix Productions presents "Kinky Boots" at Count Basie Center for the Arts, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank
Saturday, May 3 @ 4:00pm - Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Musical at The Historic Palace Theatre, 7 Ledgewood Avenue, Netcong
Saturday, May 3 @ 7:00pm - The Jazz Remix at NBPAC presents Kim and Kayla Waters at New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC), 11 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Saturday, May 3 @ 7:00pm - OCC Concert Band: The Music of Broadway, Movies, and TV at Toms River Intermediate East Auditorium, 1519 Hooper Avenue, Toms River
Saturday, May 3 @ 7:00pm - Rock Of Ages at Axelrod Performing Arts Center, 100 Grant Avenue, Deal Park
Saturday, May 3 @ 7:00pm - Our Planet Live at McCarter Theatre Center (Matthews Theatre), 91 University Place, Princeton
Saturday, May 3 @ 7:30pm - Deathtrap at Grunin Center - Black Box Theater, 1 College Drive, Toms River
Saturday, May 3 @ 7:30pm - Kinderhook at Lizzie Rose Music Room, 217 E. Main Street, Tuckerton
Saturday, May 3 @ 7:30pm - George Street Playhouse presents "The Shark is Broken" at New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC), 11 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Saturday, May 3 @ 7:30pm - Phoenix Productions presents "Kinky Boots" at Count Basie Center for the Arts, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank
Saturday, May 3 @ 8:00pm - "How The Light Gets In" by E. M. Lewis at South Camden Theatre Company, 400 Jasper Street, Camden
Saturday, May 3 @ 8:00pm - CDC Theatre presents "Legally Blonde, The Musical" at CDC Theatre, 78 Winans Avenue, Cranford
Saturday, May 3 @ 8:00pm - Wanda Sykes: Please & Thank You Tour at State Theatre New Jersey, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Saturday, May 3 @ 8:00pm - Ari Hest & Jesse Terry Co-bill at Avenel Performing Arts Center, 150 Avenel Street, Avenel
Saturday, May 3 @ 8:00pm - Itzhak Perlman in Recital at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown
Saturday, May 3 @ 8:00pm - The Music of Led Zeppelin at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood
Sunday, May 4 @ 12:00pm - Sammy By The Sea! Celebrating Sammy Davis, Jr.’s 100th Anniversary! And Celebrating Frank too! at Avon Municipal Marina Building, 2 Main Street, Avon-By-The-Sea
Sunday, May 4 @ 1:00pm - Healing Voices: Caregiver Stories on Stage at McCarter Theatre Center (Berlind Rehearsal Room), 91 University Place, Princeton
Sunday, May 4 @ 1:00pm - Dawn of Impressionism: Paris, 1874 at Middletown Arts Center, 36 Church Street, Middletown
Sunday, May 4 @ 1:30pm - Pete the Cat at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown
Sunday, May 4 @ 2:00pm - "How The Light Gets In" by E. M. Lewis at South Camden Theatre Company, 400 Jasper Street, Camden
Sunday, May 4 @ 2:00pm - Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Musical at The Historic Palace Theatre, 7 Ledgewood Avenue, Netcong
Sunday, May 4 @ 2:00pm - Deathtrap at Grunin Center - Black Box Theater, 1 College Drive, Toms River
Sunday, May 4 @ 2:00pm - George Street Playhouse presents "The Shark is Broken" at New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC), 11 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Sunday, May 4 @ 2:00pm - Phoenix Productions presents "Kinky Boots" at Count Basie Center for the Arts, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank
Sunday, May 4 @ 3:00pm - Rock Of Ages at Axelrod Performing Arts Center, 100 Grant Avenue, Deal Park
Sunday, May 4 @ 3:00pm - New Jersey Symphony performs the music of Led Zeppelin at State Theatre New Jersey, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Sunday, May 4 @ 4:00pm - MAC Music Café at Middletown Arts Center, 36 Church Street, Middletown
Sunday, May 4 @ 4:30pm - Pete the Cat at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown
Sunday, May 4 @ 7:00pm - Remember Jones Presents back to BACK TO BLACK: the Amy Winehouse Celebration at Outpost In The Burbs, 40 S Fullerton Ave, Montclair
Monday, May 5 @ 7:30pm - Art on Screen - Georgia O’Keeffe: the Brightness of Light at Monmouth University - Pollak Theatre, 400 Cedar Avenue, West Long Branch
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