Here is a look at shows taking place from November 18-24, 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. Click on the title to go to the full preview. Jump to Featured Events, Event Previews, Event Listings, Coming Soon.
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Friday, November 21 - Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Stanley Jordan & Friends with Kenwood Dennard on Friday. (TUCKERTON, NJ) -- The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Stanley Jordan & Friends with Kenwood Dennard on Friday, November 21, 2025. Doors open at 7:00pm; showtime is 7:30pm. ECLIPSE opens the night.
Saturday, November 22 - WBGO "All That Jazz" concert series presents Alex Bugnon at Morris Museum. (MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- WBGO "All That Jazz" concert series announces the second leg of the three-part Morris Museum series. In addition to the shows in Union County, Smooth Jazz New Jersey, WBGO, and the Morris Museum presents an acoustic and electric performance by the internationally renowned keyboardist Alex Bugnon with his explosive quartet on Saturday, November 22, 2025 at 7:30pm.
Thursday, November 20 - The Newton Theatre presents Colt Ford. (NEWTON, NJ) -- Trailblazers veer off the beaten path and break every rule along the way. Colt Ford consistently blazes his own trail. Ford will perform at The Newton Theatre on Thursday, November 20, 2025. Showtime is 8:00pm.
Thursday, November 20 - Jersey City Theater Center to Open 20th Anniversary Season with Brent Birckhead Jazz at White Eagle Hall. (JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Jersey City Theater Center (JCTC) proudly opens its 20th Anniversary Season with an unforgettable evening of music featuring Brent Birckhead Jazz on Thursday, November 20, 2025 at White Eagle Hall. The performance will be followed by a free reception celebrating two decades of artistic excellence, cultural exchange, and community engagement. Showtime is 7:30pm.
Thursday, November 20 - 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.
Friday, November 21 - NJPAC presents Carlos Varela with special guest Diana Fuentes. (NEWARK, NJ) -- New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents Carlos Varela with special guest Diana Fuentes on Friday, November 21, 2025 at 7:30pm. Known as the "Poet of Havana", the immensely popular Cuban singer-songwriter Carlos Varela has dedicated his 30-year music career to expressing "the problems of my people."
Friday, November 21 - The Newton Theatre presents Yesterday, A Tribute to The Beatles. (NEWTON, NJ) -- Yesterday, A Tribute to The Beatles will perform at The Newton Theatre on Friday, November 21, 2025 at 8:00pm. Since 2001, the band has brought the Fab Four’s music to life across the globe, earning the endorsement of Sir Paul McCartney himself.
Friday, November 21 - Brook Arts Center presents Separate Ways, the Band. (BOUND BROOK, NJ) -- Have you ever wished you could relive the authentic Journey experience during the days of Steve Perry's masterful voice and the supreme musicianship of Neal Schon, Jonathan Cain, Ross Valory, and Steve Smith? Check out Separate Ways, the Band at the Brook Arts Center on Friday, November 21, 2025 at 8:00pm.
Friday, November 21 - The Princeton Folk Music Society presents Phil Ochs Song Night. (PRINCETON, NJ) -- The Princeton Folk Music Society presents Phil Ochs Song Night on Friday, November 21, 2025 at Christ Congregation Church. Phil Ochs was at the core of the early 1960's Greenwich Village folk music movement, and was known for his civil rights and protest songs such as "I Ain't Marching Anymore." Showtime is 8:00pm.
Friday, November 21 - Troubadour Acoustic Concert Series presents Frank Vignola & Vinny Raniolo with Caroline Cotter. (MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- The Folk Project's Troubadour Acoustic Concert Series presents Frank Vignola & Vinny Raniolo with Caroline Cotter on November 21, 2025 at Morristown Unitarian Fellowship. Showtime is 7:30pm.
Saturday, November 22 - Caesars Atlantic City presents Croce Plays Croce. (ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- On Saturday, November 22, 2025, A.J. Croce presents Croce Plays Croce at Caesars Atlantic City. It is a special night of music featuring a complete set of classics by his late father Jim Croce, some of his own tunes, and songs that influenced both him and his father.
Saturday, November 22 - Plainfield Symphony Orchestra presents a "Vienna New Year's Celebration". (PLAINFIELD, NJ) -- Plainfield Symphony Orchestra and music director Charles Prince present a "Vienna New Year's Celebration" on Saturday, November 22, 2025 at Crescent Avenue Presbyterian Church. You may be dancing in the aisles as PSO rings in the holiday season, largely featuring music by Johann Strauss with returning artist, baritone Steven Scheschareg. Showtime is 7:00pm.
Sunday, November 23 - Two Legends of Salsa - El Gran Combo De Puerto Rico and Grupo Niche to Perform at Prudential Center. (NEWARK, NJ) -- Salsa fiercely roars back to life on stages around the world. In an unprecedented encounter, El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico and Grupo Niche, two of the most iconic and influential groups in the genre, unite to announce their world tour: SALSA PA’L MUNDO TOUR, produced by CMN (Cardenas Marketing Network). The tour comes to the Prudential Center in Newark on Sunday, November 23, 2025.
Sunday, November 23 - The Adelphi Orchestra Chamber Ensemble to Perform on November 23rd. (RIVER EDGE, NJ) -- The Adelphi Orchestra continues its 72nd season of "Music for All" with a upcoming chamber concert on Sunday, November 23, 2025 featuring the Adelphi Orchestra Chamber Ensemble in a program highlighting masterworks by Mozart and Schubert. It takes place at Community of Saint John Baptist; showtime is 4:00pm. Admission is free, with registration encouraged.
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Tuesday, November 18 @ 7:30pm - The Marquee Club in the Spotlight Cabaret at bergenPAC Featuring Clare Maloney & the Great Adventure at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood
Thursday, November 20 @ 6:00pm - Chartertech High School for the Performing Arts Hosting Open House at Chartertech High School for the Performing Arts, 413 New Road, Somers Point
Thursday, November 20 @ 7:30pm - Kevin Burt at Lizzie Rose Music Room, 217 E. Main Street, Tuckerton
Thursday, November 20 @ 7:30pm - Keb’ Mo’ at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown
Friday, November 21 @ 2:00pm - Radliff-Niessen, violin & piano at Grunin Center - Bösendorfer Recital Room, 1 College Drive, Toms River
Friday, November 21 @ 7:30pm - Heather Headley at McCarter Theatre Center (Matthews Theatre), 91 University Place, Princeton
Friday, November 21 @ 7:30pm - Stanley Jordan & Friends at Lizzie Rose Music Room, 217 E. Main Street, Tuckerton
Friday, November 21 @ 7:30pm - Walker Hayes with Special Guest: Shane McAnally at State Theatre New Jersey, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Friday, November 21 @ 8:00pm - MOTOR CITY REVUE at The Concert Hall at Drew University, 36 Madison Avenue, Madison
Saturday, November 22 @ 1:00pm - The Metropolitan Opera: Live in HD - "Arabella" at Monmouth University - Pollak Theatre, 400 Cedar Avenue, West Long Branch
Saturday, November 22 @ 3:00pm - The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra at Grunin Center - Main Stage, 1 College Drive, Toms River
Saturday, November 22 @ 7:00pm - Tommy James & the Shondells at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood
Saturday, November 22 @ 7:30pm - Morris Museum and WBGO Presents All That Jazz with Alex Bugnon at The Morris Museum, 6 Normandy Heights Road, Morristown
Saturday, November 22 @ 7:30pm - Philip Glass Ensemble: Early Works at McCarter Theatre Center (Matthews Theatre), 91 University Place, Princeton
Saturday, November 22 @ 7:30pm - Barbara Lin Band at Lizzie Rose Music Room, 217 E. Main Street, Tuckerton
Saturday, November 22 @ 8:00pm - Sutton Foster at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown
Sunday, November 23 @ 3:00pm - Swingin' In A Winter Wonderland (Featuring Gimme Four) at Algonquin Arts Theatre, 60 Abe Voorhees, Manasquan
Sunday, November 23 @ 3:00pm - Enriqueta Somarriba, piano & Maria Brea, soprano at State Theatre Studio, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Sunday, November 23 @ 4:00pm - MAC Music Café at Middletown Arts Center, 36 Church Street, Middletown
Annie Haslam and Jim McCarty will present the History of Renaissance Symphonic Rock Pioneers Annie Haslam and Jim McCarty will present the History of Renaissance on November 21st and 22nd at the Wildey Theatre, Edwardsville, Illinois (St. Louis), on November 28th at the Newton Theatre, NJ, and on November 29th at the Lansdowne Theatre, PA, in Lansdowne, PA.
SOPAC's Annual Giants of Jazz Honors Paquito D'Rivera in a Milestone Celebration (SOUTH ORANGE, NJ) -- The South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC) proudly announces that the 26th Annual Giants of Jazz concert will honor the extraordinary Paquito D'Rivera—a 16-time Grammy and Latin Grammy Award-winning musician whose brilliance bridges the worlds of jazz and classical music. The celebration takes place Saturday, November 29, 2025 at 7:30pm, and is produced by Grammy Award-winning bassist and long-time Giants of Jazz producer John Lee.
The 4th Annual New Jersey Cabaret Festival (MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- NiCori Studios & Productions will present the fourth annual New Jersey Cabaret Festival at Chu Family Hall, Morristown Unitarian Fellowship on Sunday, November 30, 2025. Showtime is 4:00pm.
Princeton Symphony Orchestra presents Holiday Brass Chamber Concert at Trinity (PRINCETON, NJ) -- The Princeton Symphony Orchestra (PSO) presents members of the orchestra in a special Holiday Brass concert, the second installment of its Chamber Series at Trinity, on Thursday, December 4, 2025 at 7:00pm. The performance includes traditional holiday selections arranged for brass quintet with popular tunes by Albert Hague, Vince Guaraldi, Sammy Kahn, Johnny Marks, and Leroy Anderson.
Remembering Frank Sinatra: A Swellegant Celebration to Take Place in Avon (AVON-BY-THE-SEA, NJ) -- Remembering Frank Sinatra: A Swellegant Celebration, presented by Karen Morris and The Rat Pack Music Alliance, will be held on Saturday, December 6, 2025, from Noon to 1:45pm, indoors, at the Avon Municipal Building (2 Main Street) in Avon-by-the-Sea. The swingin' program will honor Frank Sinatra's 110th heavenly birthday, with a bit of holiday spirit added. Guest speakers, live music, and surprise giveaways will round out the afternoon festivities.
Friends of Symphony Hall presents "An Evening of Smooth Jazz" with Gerald Albright (NEWARK, NJ) -- Friends of Symphony Hall along with Smooth Jazz New Jersey team up to bring adult contemporary music to the newly renovated Terrace Ballroom housed in Newark Symphony Hall. On Saturday, December 6, 2025, they present "An Evening of Smooth Jazz" with Gerald Albright and special guest Bradford Hayes Quartet. Doors are at 6:00pm.
Human Nature presents "CHRISTMAS. MOTOWN. And MORE" at Golden Nugget Atlantic City (ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- Australian chart topping pop stars and Las Vegas headliners Human Nature present "CHRISTMAS. MOTOWN. And MORE" at Golden Nugget Atlantic City on Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 9:00pm. It's a soulful celebration for the festive season.
Shea Center for Performing Arts presents An Evening with Judy Collins (WAYNE, NJ) -- Shea Center for Performing Arts presents An Evening with Judy Collins on Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 8:00pm. Collins has long inspired audiences with sublime vocals, boldly vulnerable songwriting, personal life triumphs, and a firm commitment to social activism.
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.
Split Level Concerts presents Tim Easton and Quincy Mumford at Jersey Shore Arts Center (OCEAN GROVE, NJ) -- Following their sold-out season opener with James Maddock, renowned singer/songwriter Tim Easton will perform on Saturday, December 6, 2025, as season 2 of the Split Level Concerts series at Jersey Shore Arts Center in Ocean Grove continues! Quincy Mumford, stalwart of the Asbury Park music scene, will open the show. Showtime is at 8:00pm.
Welcome the Holidays with Song: Enjoy Musical Magic with New Jersey's finest choruses (MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Ring in the holidays with seasonal music from some of New Jersey's top choral arts organizations beginning with The Somerset Hills Chorus conducted by Stephen Sands on Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 5:00pm at St. Peter's Episcopal Church in Morristown. The program will feature a selection of Christmas music featuring Francis Poulenc's Gloria with organ, brass and soprano soloist, Kristin Sands. The program also features the popular sing-along carols and a show stopping finale arranged by Ryan Brandau. For tickets and more information, go to www.musicsh.org.
Philharmonic of Southern New Jersey Holiday Pops Concert Features Broadway Star Rachel Potter (VOORHEES, NJ) -- The Philharmonic of Southern New Jersey will be joined in its annual Holiday Pops concerts by celebrated Broadway star Rachel Potter on Saturday, December 6, 2025 at Republic Bank Performing Arts Center in Sewell, NJ, and Sunday, December 7, 2025 at Eastern Regional High School in Voorhees, NJ. The orchestra will play under the baton of PSNJ Conductor Laureate Matthew Oberstein. Showtime for both concerts is 3:00pm.
Community Chorale Brings Together Kean Students, Alumni and Local Residents When Director of Choral and Vocal Activities Rachel Carlson began her journey at Kean University four years ago, she envisioned creating stronger connections between the University and the surrounding community. That vision came to life in Spring 2022 with the launch of the Kean Community Chorale, an ensemble that unites students, alumni, faculty, staff and local residents in a shared celebration of music.
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