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theatre
"Elf, the Musical" comes to State Theatre New Jersey 
(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- The National Tour of Elf, the Musical comes to State Theatre New Jersey for five performances from November 14-16, 2025. Inspired by the hit film, this is the hilarious and heartwarming tale of Buddy, a young orphan child whose life is changed forever when he mistakenly crawls into Santa's sack of toys one Christmas Eve.
Bristol Riverside Theatre presents the World Premiere of "The Nice List" 
(BRISTOL, PA) -- Bristol Riverside Theatre (BRT) welcomes the holiday season with the world premiere of The Nice List, a lively musical filled with songs, humor, and plenty of Christmas cheer. This merry new production invites audiences of all ages to embark on a cheerful adventure straight from Santa's North Pole. Emmy Award-winning director Alan Muraoka leads this joyful production with music direction by Gary Adler. The production runs December 9-28, 2025.
Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey presents "It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play" 
(MADISON, NJ) -- The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) presents It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play, running December 3-28, 2025 at the F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre on the campus of Drew University in Madison, New Jersey. This brings the beloved holiday classic to life in the format of a 1940s radio broadcast — complete with microphones, sound effects, and a talented ensemble of actors.
music
Lizzie Rose Music Room presents two shows by Steve Forbert 
(TUCKERTON, NJ) -- Steve Forbert is touring in support of his wonderful album, Daylight Savings Time, and has a pair of shows coming up at the Lizzie Rose Music Room on December 19-20, 2025. The first night is sold out, but a limited number of tickets are available for the second night.
CarteretPAC presents John Waite with Special Guest Jeffrey Gaines on Wednesday 
(CARTERET, NJ) -- Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center presents John Waite on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 8:00pm. John will be performing his catalogue of hits from his 40 year career as a solo artist, and as a member of The Babys and Bad English. Special guest Jeffrey Gaines will open the night.
Chris Pinnella Announces 2025 Christmas Tour with a 15-piece Orchestra 
Get ready to ignite your holiday spirit! Acclaimed vocalist Chris Pinnella, known for his electrifying performances with Trans-Siberian Orchestra, is once again bringing the joy of the season to life with his annual multi-city Christmas Tour. Joined by his magnificent 15-piece orchestra, Pinnella will deliver an unforgettable evening of powerful vocals, lush orchestrations, and festive cheer.
United Children's Music Project presents "A Night on the Hudson" 
(WEEHAWKEN, NJ) -- United Children's Music Project (UCMP) will host its annual fundraiser, "A Night on the Hudson", on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at The Chart House (1700 Harbor Boulevard) in Weehawken, NJ. The event runs from 7:00pm to 10:00pm.
StocktonPAC presents Swift Nation - Taylor Swift Tribute 
(GALLOWAY, NJ) -- Swifties unite! A tribute show by Swift Nation will take you on a musical journey through Taylor Swift's career on Thursday, November 20, 2025. Experience a journey through Swift's eras at Stockton University's Performing Arts Center - right in the Pine Barrens nestled outside of Atlantic City. Showtime is 7:30pm.
JOURNEY's Final Tour Includes Show In Trenton 
(TRENTON, NJ) -- After more than five decades of electrifying performances, chart-topping hits, and timeless anthems, the iconic rock band JOURNEY is saying goodbye the only way they know how — with a thunderous, full- throttle Final Frontier Tour spanning cities across North America. The final tour includes a stop at CURE Insurance Arena in Trenton on Thursday, March 5, 2026.
Spyro Gyra LIVE! at UCPAC's Hamilton Stage 
Spotlight Central and Love Imagery have photos and a recap of Spyro Gyra at Union County Performing Arts Center's Hamilton Stage on November 1, 2025.
Makin Waves with Andy B.AND SoulFolk: Weird Little Stories 
Veteran VooDUDES front man Andy Bernstein's third solo outing, "Tellin' Myself Weird Li'l Stories," on Deko Entertainment/ADA Warner Music, marks the recorded debut of his new band, AndyB.AND SoulFolk.
comedy
Prudential Center presents Comedian Matt Rife 
(NEWARK, NJ) -- Record-breaking comedian Matt Rife has announced an extension of his highly successful Stay Golden World Tour, with a run of 40+ new dates playing off next year across North America, Europe and the UK. These add to his previously announced shows across Australia, New Zealand, Singapore and Canada. The run of new shows, produced by Live Nation, includes a show at the Prudential Center in Newark on Saturday, February 28, 2026 and one in November at UBS Arena in Belmont Park, NY.
Brad Williams -- A Night of Small Stature, Big Laughs, and Jersey-Sized Attitude 
If you've never seen the comedian Brad Williams perform live, imagine a firecracker stuffed inside a cannoli -- sweet, compact, and guaranteed to explode in your face. The Count Basie Center for the Arts in Red Bank, NJ, hosted two nights of chaos, courtesy of the unfiltered man. A man who has never been to Red Bank before. A man who labeled his tour 'The Growth Spurt Tour'.
community
Newark-Based Investment Group Bringing Newark Culture Club to Brick City 
(NEWARK, NJ) -- While the city across the river may never sleep, Newark, New Jersey remains the city to never sleep on. After decades of dynamic growth in Downtown Newark, a group of majority/minority Newark-based investors are bringing the Newark Culture Club to the Brick City.
Top 15 Most Read Stories At New Jersey Stage from November 2-8, 2025 
Here's a look at the top 15 most read articles published on New Jersey Stage from November 2-8, 2025. Each week we publish at least 70 articles, including original columns and features, promoting events and covering arts news taking place throughout the state and nearby areas like Philadelphia and New York City. This week's top 15 includes articles from 7 counties in New Jersey (Atlantic, Bergen, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, Union) and included three of our weekly columns.
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EVENT PREVIEWS
Millstone Township Performing Arts Center presents Daybreak: The Music & Passion of Barry Manilow
December 13, 2025
Asbury Park Theater Company presents A Big Band Holiday to Remember starring Remember Jones and his 17-piece Big Band
December 13, 2025
Celebrate the Holidays with the Muppets and East Lynne Theater Company on December 13th
December 13, 2025
The American Ride (Toby Keith Tribute) comes to Stafford Township Arts Center
December 13, 2025
Jazz at Berrie Center: NY Voices Spend One More Year Together
December 13, 2025
Yates Musical Theatre presents "A Christmas Carol" at AvenelPAC
December 13, 2025
Holiday POPS! Concert to Feature Vocalists Kara Dugan and John Brancy
December 13, 2025
Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey presents "Merry, Merry Mischief: Holiday Classics"
December 13, 2025
Drew University hosts John Mellencamp and Bad Company Tribute Bands
December 14, 2025
Christ Church in Short Hills presents Special Holiday Concert
December 14, 2025
