Here's a look at the top 15 most read articles published at New Jersey Stage from July 27 to August 2, 2025. Each week we publish about 70 articles, including several original columns and features, along with news releases for events happening throughout the state and nearby areas like Philadelphia and New York City. This week's top 15 includes articles from 6 counties in New Jersey (Atlantic, Camden, Essex, Middlesex, Morris, and Ocean).
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1) John Fogerty Celebrates His Legacy With New Recordings Of "Travelin' Band" And "Long As I Can See The Light" - John Fogerty has released two new singles — "Travelin' Band" and "Long As I Can See The Light" — from his forthcoming album Legacy: the Creedence Clearwater Revival years, due August 22, 2025 on Concord, and these songs now return with renewed power, joyfully performed by Fogerty and his sons Shane and Tyler.
2) Love, Lyrics, and Lincoln Park: Raheem DeVaughn Headlined a Sultry R&B Night in Newark - (NEWARK, NJ) -- As rain clouds lifted and skies cleared, the 20th Annual Lincoln Park Music Festival’s R&B Night (July 25, 2025) unfolded under a perfect Newark evening sky. A crowd of thousands was treated to a soulful journey that began with a powerful, poetic performance by Grammy artist Malik Yusef. The energy intensified as Monifah took the stage and Tia Holt followed, leading up to a show-stopping set by headliner Raheem DeVaughn.
3) Events This Week in New Jersey from July 29 to August 4, 2025 - Here is a look at upcoming events taking place from July 29-August 4, 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.
4) 'The Complete Works of William Shakespeare' Extends Its Run in Madison, NJ - The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ)'s summer offering is The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) [revised] [again]. It is a fast paced, high energy, and humorous presentation of the works of The Bard.
5) Six Flags Entertainment Corporation to provide access to more than 40 parks during limited-time anniversary offer - (JACKSON, NJ) -- To celebrate the first anniversary of the merger between Cedar Fair and Six Flags, Six Flags Great Adventure has announced an unprecedented benefit with its 2026 season pass—unlimited access to more than 40 Six Flags Entertainment Corporation parks for the remainder of 2025 and all of 2026. North America's largest regional amusement-resort operator will launch this limited-time anniversary offer in every park beginning next week.
6) Haddon Township launches "Almost Friday" Happy Hour - (HADDON TOWNSHIP, NJ) -- Starting July 31, 2025, every Thursday from 3:00pm to 6:00pm, residents and visitors to Haddon Township can enjoy exclusive food and drink specials at participating businesses across the township with "Almost Friday" - a new town-wide Happy Hour initiative designed to boost local business traffic and celebrate the vibrant community spirit.
7) Discover All the Outdoor Fun Middlesex County Has to Offer - (MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ) -- Middlesex County is encouraging residents and visitors to take full advantage of the rest of the summer season by exploring the County's expansive parks system, vibrant cultural events, and free community programming. From scenic trails and championship golf courses to music under the stars and festivals, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
8) Surflight Theatre presents "West Side Story" - (BEACH HAVEN, NJ) -- Surflight Theatre presents the classic musical West Side Story from July 29 - August 17 2025. As many people know, West Side Story is a musical adaptation of Romeo & Juliet, set in 1950s New York City. The musical follows two groups: the Jets, and the Sharks, as they rival through racial injustice and territorial turmoil.
9) 2025 Middlesex County Jazz Festival to Take Place September 24-28 - (MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ) -- The Middlesex County Jazz Festival will, for the third year in a row, present four free Jazz concerts in four Middlesex County towns, September 24-28, 2025. The producing organizations include the Borough of Carteret; the Metuchen Arts Council along with the Friends of Metuchen Arts; the New Brunswick Jazz Project; and Woodbridge Arts. This year’s offerings spotlight women in jazz as well as several of the towns excellent high school music programs. An important mission of MCJF is to promote music education.
10) Gary U.S. Bonds LIVE! on the Atlantic City Boardwalk - Spotlight Central and Love Imagery have photos and a recap of Gary U.S. Bonds on the Atlantic City boardwalk July 22, 2025.
11) Ocean County Library presents "The Garden State: Where Ideas Grow" - (BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ) -- Band-Aids (TM). Barcodes. Motion pictures. The modern submarine. What do these life-changing inventions have in common? They, and many more, originated in New Jersey. Author Linda J. Barth will reveal our state's productive history in "The Garden State: Where Ideas Grow" at the Ocean County Library Brick Branch on Tuesday, August 19, 2025. The event begins at 2:00pm.
12) City Winery Philadelphia presents Resurrection of Screamin' Jay Hawkins' Band - (PHILADELPHIA, PA) -- Get ready to be whisked away on a nostalgic journey as City Winery Philadelphia presents Resurrection of Screamin' Jay Hawkins' Band live on Sunday, October 26, 2025 at 7:30pm. Best known for the iconic song "I Put a Spell on You," this event features the original guitarist, Mike Armando, along with a special guest appearance by Arno Hecht, the founder of Uptown Horns.
13) Amanda Selwyn Dance Studio to Hold 2nd Annual Golf Outing in Bloomfield - (BLOOMFIELD, NJ) -- Amanda Selwyn Dance Studio announces their second annual Golf Outing, scheduled for Monday, September 15, 2025 at Forest Hill Field Club in Bloomfield. Enjoy a day of golf, refreshments, and good company in support of the inspiring dance education Notes in Motion is bringing to young people throughout NYC public schools. Evening presentation will include student performances from school partners from the Bronx and Queens with special performances from Amanda Selwyn Dance Theatre on the course throughout the day.
14) Montclair Art Museum Unveils 25 Years of Photography Acquisitions in Platinum to Postcards - (MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- What does a museum photography collection look like in the 21st century— and how does it take shape? Platinum to Postcards: Collecting Photography at MAM (2000– 2025) offers a rare look at the Montclair Art Museum's photography acquisitions over the past 25 years—from early 20th-century prints to bold contemporary works. On view now until to the Fall, the exhibition invites visitors to experience the breadth and evolution of the medium—and the Museum’s expanding vision.
15) Music Box at the Borgata presents Hank Azaria and the EZ Street Band - (ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- Hank Azaria and the EZ Street Band are coming to Music Box at the Borgata on Saturday, August 23, 2025. The show is truly 'A Springsteen Celebration': a joyful, reverential evening of incredible music, storytelling, audience interaction and hero worship. And it's all for charity, with net proceeds benefiting The Four Through Nine Foundation, founded by Azaria and committed to social justice, education and recovery causes. Showtime is 8:00pm.
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