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theatre
Sally Struthers to Join Cast of "An Old-Fashioned Family Murder" at George Street Playhouse 
(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- George Street Playhouse announced that two-time Emmy and Golden Globe Award winner Sally Struthers ("All in the Family") will play "Mrs. Peck" in their fall production of An Old-Fashioned Family Murder by Tony Award winner Joe DiPietro (Clever Little Lies). Directed by Larry Raben (Beautiful: The Carole King Musical), An Old-Fashioned Family Murder will begin previews on Tuesday October 14, 2025, and open on Friday, October 17 for a limited run through Sunday, November 2, 2025, at George Street Playhouse.
This Week in Theatre: Previews for Plays Taking Place August 26 to September 1, 2025 
Here are previews of plays taking place from August 26 to September 1, 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.
Bergen County Players to Open Season with "Beautiful: The Carole King Musical" 
(ORADELL, NJ) -- Bergen County Players (BCP), one of America's longest-running little theater companies, will launch its 93rd season with the area premiere of Beautiful: The Carole King Musical. This Tony and Grammy Award-winning musical phenomenon, based on the inspiring true story of the artist's remarkable journey from young songwriter to superstar solo artist, will run at the Little Firehouse Theatre in Oradell from September 13 through October 11, 2025.
Gateway Playhouse presents "Into the Woods" 
(SOMERS POINT, NJ) -- Following a tremendous response to auditions with more than 100 people vying for a role, Gateway Playhouse of Somers Point will present Stephen Sondheim's classic musical Into the Woods from September 25 through October 5, 2025 with two casts.
music
The Landis Theater presents 90s Grunge Night with Pearl Jam and Chris Cornell tribute bands 
(VINELAND, NJ) -- The Landis Theater presents a night of 1990s grunge with Last Exit (Pearl Jam tribute) and Disciple of the Garden (Chris Cornell - Soundgarden, Audio Slave tribute) on Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 8:00pm.
This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from August 26 to September 1, 2025 
Here is a look at shows taking place from August 26 to September 1, 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 Katie Henry on Friday 
(TUCKERTON, NJ) -- The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Katie Henry on Friday, August 29, 2025. Doors open at 7:00pm, showtime is 7:30pm. The New Jersey singer-songwriter might have started out banging on doors, braving New York's blues clubs, playing piano until her fingers bled, and winning over the city one show at a time. But lately, the multi-instrumentalist has raced through career milestones at a rocket pace.
Jersey City Latin Jazz Festival takes place September 5-6 
(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Riverview Jazz, the Jersey City-based non-profit, has announced the lineup for the 2nd annual Jersey City Latin Jazz Festival (September 5-6, 2025). The event will feature 10 bands including tributes to Eddie Palmieri and John "Dandy" Rodriguez that include many past members of their groups.
The Nick Moss Band featuring Dennis Gruenling to Perform in Red Bank 
(RED BANK, NJ) -- Award-winning traditional electric Chicago blues group The Nick Moss Band Featuring Dennis Gruenling - 2024 winners of the prestigious Blues Music Award for Band Of The Year – will perform as part of the Reckless Steamy Nights Concert Series at the Woman's Club of Red Bank in Red Bank on Friday, September 26, 2025.
A Chat with 10cc's Graham Gouldman Who Performs at Carteret PAC on September 13 
One of the most innovative bands in pop music, 10cc, will perform live on Saturday, September 13, 2025 at the Carteret Performing Arts and Events Center in Carteret, NJ. The British band's Ultimate, Ultimate Greatest Hits Tour 2025 is an extension of the group's first US tour in over three decades.
comedy
State Theatre presents comedian Jessica Kirson 
(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents comedian Jessica Kirson on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at 8:00pm. Kirson is a dynamic force in comedy, celebrated for her high-energy performances, ridiculous characters, and self-deprecating vulnerability. With a career spanning over two decades, she has found an audience for her comedy on social media, where she has racked up over a billion views.
film
Arthouse Film Festival returns for 35th year 
(CHATHAM, NJ) -- Featuring some of the best soon-to-be-released movies from around the world, Arthouse Film Festival will unspool for ten weeks beginning September 15, 2025 at Chatham Hickory Cinema. The selected films comprise award winners from Sundance, Cannes, Toronto, Telluride, Venice and SXSW film festivals, along with prestige studio films, screened in Chatham before their New York theatrical release dates.
dance
Roxey Ballet to Hold Auditions for 30th Anniversary production of "Nutcracker" 
(EWING, NJ) -- Roxey Ballet is thrilled to celebrate a milestone 30th Anniversary Season of its beloved Holiday Classic, The Nutcracker, promising an unforgettable journey of dance, tradition, and community spirit. Under the expert creative leadership of Founder & Artistic Director Mark Roxey, and co-led by Melissa Roxey, Director of The Mill Ballet School and Curriculum Supervisor for Roxey Ballet, this year's production brings an extra dose of enchantment and heart.
art
Pollak Gallery presents "Into the Wild" Art Exhibit by Eileen Kennedy 
(WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ) -- Monmouth University's Pollak Gallery presents "Into the Wild" Art Exhibit by Eileen Kennedy from September 1 through October 25, 2005. Kennedy's narrative art explores the relationship between contemporary humans and the natural world. The exhibit is free and open to the public.
Gallery491 presents "Illumination" 
(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Gallery491 is proud to present Illumination, a solo exhibition by acclaimed artist Gail M. Boykewich, on view from September 4 through December 2025. Illumination is a celebration of light in all its forms—sunlight, moonlight, and metaphorical enlightenment.
community
Events This Week in New Jersey from August 26 to September 1, 2025 
Here is a look at upcoming events taking place from August 26-September 1, 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.
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