(UNION, NJ) -- Kean Stage is proud to announce its 2025-2026 season line-up featuring a diverse mix of Broadway, gospel and Latin music, dance and family programming.
Soweto Gospel Choir performs their show PEACE at Wilkins Theatre on Sunday, October 5 at 7:00pm. The multi-Grammy® and Emmy Award®-winning Choir performs a joyful program of South African freedom songs, traditional spirituals and some classics. The inspirational concert will also feature the spirited music of Aretha Franklin, Harry Belafonte, Peter Gabriel, Kate Bush, Leonard Cohen and more!
Venezuela-born artist Nella performs at Enlow Recital Hall on Saturday, October 18 at 7:30pm. Nella skyrocketed to international renown fueled by her powerhouse voice and undeniable presence. She went on to win the 2019 Latin GRAMMY® Award for Best New Artist. Merging the folklore roots of Venezuela, modern production, and Andalusian inspirations, Nella’s sound resounds in every corner of the globe.
Acclaimed bassist and festival producer Mike Griot introduces a special presentation of the work of one of the most iconic composers in music history: the legendary Burt Bacharach. The Soul of Burt Bacharach will be presented at Enlow Recital Hall on Saturday, November 8 at 2:00pm & 7:30pm. A star-studded array of vocalists and musicians with global touring credits will deliver soulful renditions of your favorite Bacharach tunes, with Griot at the helm.
Nimbus Dance’s Jersey Nutcracker will delight audiences young and old at Wilkins Theatre on Saturday, December 6 at 1:00pm & 6:00pm. Set to Tchaikovsky’s beloved score, the Nimbus’ adaptation of The Nutcracker offers a thrilling, jazzy interpretation with a New Jersey twist, filled with magic, battles with bullies and rats, stories of friendship, a dazzling Sugar Plum Fairy, and exquisite dancing.
Toast to the Jewish Legacy of Broadway with L’Chaim at Enlow Recital Hall on Saturday, December 20 at 7:30pm. From the stages of the Lower East Side to the bright lights of Broadway, L’Chaim is a musical journey that pays tribute to the Jewish legacy of musical theatre by exploring and celebrating the unique role of Jewish composers and lyricists.
TheaterWorksUSA’s production of Click, Clack, Moo will perform in Wilkins Theatre on Saturday, January 24 at 11:00am. When the shivering cows request blankets, Farmer Brown replies, "No way. No blankets!". So, the cows, hens and chickens go on strike. Will Farmer Brown give in to the animals' demands? Find out in a hilariously moving musical about negotiation and compromise, based on the Caldecott Honor Book by Doreen Cronin and Betsy Lewin.
In recognition of Holocaust Remembrance Day, Roger Peltzman brings his one-person play Dedication to Wilkins Theatre on Sunday, January 25 at 3:00pm. Dedication recounts Roger’s family’s tragic story of fleeing the Nazis in war-torn Europe using drama, humor, powerful images and musical performances that range from blues to Chopin.
Featuring two showstopping divas from the Broadway company of Wicked, Good Witch Bad Witch will be in Enlow Recital Hall on Saturday, February 7 at 7:30pm. Broadway stars Alli Mauzey and Alyssa Fox perform as the magic duo in this family-friendly concert that has been thrilling audiences coast to coast.
It’s time to get up and stand up when three-time Tony Award nominee Joshua Henry performs at Enlow Recital Hall on Sunday, February 22 at 7:00pm. Joshua Henry will flow seamlessly from the classic soul of Nina Simone, Marvin Gaye, and Sam Cooke to Broadway gems by Stephen Sondheim, Rodgers & Hammerstein, and will also perform original selections from his solo album.
The Popovich Comedy Pet Theater will perform at Wilkins Theatre on Saturday, March 7 at 11:00am. With over 30 performing pets, The Popovich Comedy Pet Theater is entertainment for the whole family, featuring the unique blend of comedy and juggling skills of Ukrainian circus performer Gregory Popovich and the extraordinary talents of his animals.
Surrounded by the soft, warm glow of over 1,000 candles, Candlelight Celtic will perform at Enlow Recital Hall on Sunday, March 15 at 3:00pm. The audience will be entrapped in a wonderful and peaceful spell, as the beauty of Irish music and the intimacy of candlelight come together in perfect harmony.
Celebrating the icons of country and folk, Americana Women will perform at Enlow Recital Hall on Saturday, March 21 at 7:30pm. Celebrating American folk music from its earliest origins through current country, rock, and folk, Americana Women is sure to have you toe-tapping, clapping, and singing along.
Spend An Evening with Isaac Mizrahi at Enlow Recital Hall on Sunday, March 29 at 7:00pm. Actor, host, writer, designer and producer Isaac Mizrahi’s one-of-a-kind show brings together comedy, commentary, and an array of classic and soon-to-be classic songs from Stephen Sondheim to Blondie, and Comden & Green to Madonna, as accompanied by his six-piece jazz band.
Prepare yourself for an unforgettable night of music and dance as Tito Puente Jr. takes the stage at Wilkins Theatre on Saturday, April 11 at 7:30pm. Following in the footsteps of his legendary father, the iconic salsa and Latin jazz musician Tito Puente, Jr. brings his own extraordinary talent to the spotlight. Join the electrifying Eddie Torres All-Star Dancers alongside Tito Puente Jr. and his ensemble for an exhilarating experience filled with vibrant Latin rhythms that will have you on your feet and dancing the night away.
Additional shows will be announced at a later date.
Tickets for the Kean Stage 2025-2026 season can be purchased online at keanstage.com or by contacting the Box Office at (908) 737-7469. The Kean Stage Box Office is located in Wilkins Theatre (1000 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ) and is open Monday - Friday, 10:00am-3:00pm.
Kean Stage at Kean University educates, entertains and challenges audiences by presenting high-quality programs that reflect the diversity of the region and of the arts. These cultural offerings complement the intellectual life of the classroom for our students, increase opportunities for community engagement, and provide affordable access to the arts for New Jersey residents. Audiences of all ages are invited to enjoy a wide range of professional theatre, Broadway tours, dance performances, concerts, international films and family-friendly shows. In addition, Kean Stage encourages University students to attend events, and provides several opportunities to explore the performing arts through masterclasses, workshops, lectures, and employment opportunities as ushers, backstage technicians and box office staff.
Kean University, New Jersey’s urban research university, is a national institution of higher education recognized for its diversity, innovation and the social mobility of its graduates. Designated an R2 research university by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, Kean ranks among the top eight percent of U.S. universities for research and doctorate production. Founded in 1855 as a teachers college, Kean has evolved into a thriving research university that supports students as they persist to graduation, give back to their communities and launch successful careers. Kean’s six colleges offer more than 50 undergraduate programs, six doctoral degree programs and more than 70 options leading to master’s degrees, professional diplomas or certifications, across a full range of academic subjects. With campuses in Union, Toms River and Manahawkin, New Jersey, and Wenzhou, China, as well as Kean Online, the University provides students of all backgrounds an affordable and accessible world-class education.
