Here is the morning update from New Jersey's arts newswire. We regularly publish between 8-15 new articles and news reports each day. Nobody covers the Arts throughout the Garden State like New Jersey Stage!
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theatre
The Maplewood Strollers presents "Narnia, the Musical" 
(MAPLEWOOD, NJ) -- Four children—siblings—stumble upon (and through) a wardrobe into the magical kingdom of Narnia. Relieve this magical story when The Maplewood Strollers presents Narnia, the Musical across two weekends (January 23 - February 1, 2026) at The Burgdorff Center for the Performing Arts. The production is directed by Beth Seales-Hanson.
American Theater Group and UCPAC's Play Reading Series present "The Unwitting Magician" 
(RAHWAY, NJ) -- American Theater Group (ATG) in partnership with the Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC), will present a special work in development -- The Unwitting Magician -- by Jeremy Dobrish as part of its free Play Reading Series on Monday, December 8, 2025 at UCPAC's Hamilton Stage in Rahway. The event begins at 7:00pm.
music
An Interview with Please Be Careful about their debut album, "Hot Surface" 
New Jersey Stage regularly receives emails about new albums and bands that defy categorization. Everyone wants to believe they are doing something revolutionary, but generally those are just words designed for marketing a band. A new quartet from North Jersey called Please Be Careful has just released an instrumental record that is actually rather difficult to put in a box. Is it jazz? Experimental? Indie rock? Some parts sound a bit like punk, others have a dash of dark wave or electronic.
Kate Kortum Wins the 14th Annual Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition 
(NEWARK, NJ) -- As part of NJPAC's TD James Moody Jazz Festival, the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) announced Kate Kortum as the winner of the 14th annual Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition on November 23, 2025.
Marc Cohn and Shawn Colvin LIVE! at MPAC 
Spotlight Central and Love Imagery have photos and a recap of Marc Cohn and Shawn Colvin at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) on November 13, 2025.
Harmonium Choral Society Opens 29th Annual NJ High School Choral Composition Contest 
Harmonium Choral Society invites NJ high school students to submit an original choral compositions to its 29th annual Choral Composition Contest by the March 16, 2026 deadline.
Please Be Careful releases Debut Album 
Please Be Careful is a North Jersey-based instrumental experimental indie rock band formed by longtime collaborators Neil Sabatino (Fairmont, Mint 400 Records Founder) and Christian Kisala (Fairmont, The Bitter Chills). Their first album, Hot Surface, drops on November 28, 2025.
comedy
CarteretPAC presents Vic DiBitetto 
(CARTERET, NJ) -- Carteret Performing Arts Center presents comedian Vic DiBitetto on December 6, 2025 at 8:00pm. He prowls the stage like a Tiger. He holds no hostages. He says what you are thinking but are afraid to say out loud. Oh…and he’s beyond hysterical!
film
Roy's Hall presents a screening of "The Librarians" to benefit the Warren County library system 
(BLAIRSTOWN, NJ) -- Roy's Hall presents a screening of The Librarians on Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 6:30pm. In the film, librarians emerge as first responders in the fight for democracy and our First Amendment Rights. As they well know, controlling the flow of ideas means control over communities. The screening is to benefit the Warren County library system.
art
Princeton Makes to host and Art Making Open House on November 30th 
(PRINCETON, NJ) -- Princeton Makes, a Princeton-based artist cooperative, will host an Art Making Open House on Sunday, November 30, 2025 from 2:00pm to 5:00pm at the new Princeton Makes store in the Princeton Shopping Center. The new store is located between Princeton Nassau Pediatrics and Rita's.
community
State Theatre New Jersey Launches Holiday Sale 
(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey is running a Holiday Sale offering savings up to 50% on tickets to most of its upcoming performances. The week-long sale runs from Monday, November 24, through Monday, December 1, 2025. This holiday season, patrons can unlock these special savings with promo code THANKFUL. Tickets can be purchased online at STNJ.org using the promo code, in person at the theater, or by calling 732-246-SHOW (7469).
Ocean Casino Resort Celebrates Fifth Annual "Season Of Giving" Campaign To Support Local Communities 
(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- Ocean Casino Resort is once again embracing the spirit of generosity through Ocean Cares' "Season of Giving," an annual initiative dedicated to uplifting and supporting those most in need throughout Atlantic City and the greater South Jersey community during the months of November and December.
New Jersey Hall of Fame Welcomes Home Jonas Brothers and 19 Other Garden State Heroes 
(EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ) -- /PRNewswire/ -- New Jersey was burning up with pride as Jonas Brothers and 19 other Garden State heroes were honored at the 17th Annual New Jersey Hall of Fame (NJHOF) Induction Ceremony on Friday, November 21, 2025.
Monmouth County Park System to Host Creative Arts Center Exhibit & Sale from December 6-12 
(LINCROFT, NJ) -- The Monmouth County Park System will host the Creative Arts Center Exhibit & Sale from December 6-12, 2025 at the Thompson Park Creative Arts Center. Sponsored by the Friends of the Parks, this exhibit celebrates the original artwork of the Creative Arts Center's students and instructors. With many pieces available for purchase, this is the perfect place to kick off your holiday shopping or find a beautiful piece for your home.
CURE Insurance Arena Achieves Prestigious KultureCity(R) Certification, Furthering Commitment to Inclusivity 
(TRENTON, NJ) -- KultureCity®, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting inclusivity and accessibility for individuals with sensory needs, recently announced the achievement of the CURE Insurance Arena for its commitment to creating sensory-inclusive spaces.
Top 15 Most Read Stories At New Jersey Stage from November 16-22, 2025 
Here's a look at the top 15 most read articles published on New Jersey Stage from November 16-22, 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 6 counties in New Jersey (Atlantic, Camden, Essex, Mercer, Monmouth, Morris).
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EVENT PREVIEWS
Gerald Charles Dickens to Perform his One-Man "A Christmas Carol" to Benefit Allaire Village
December 9, 2025
State Theatre presents Engelbert Humperdinck - "A Winter World of Love"
December 9, 2025
Trevor Noah and Kristin Lemkau to be Honored at "Comic Relief Live" Benefit
December 10, 2025
Drop In For An Improv Jam at Vivid Stage on December 10th
December 10, 2025
The Barrymore Film Center presents National Theatre Live's presentation of "Fleabag"
December 10, 2025
State Theatre New Jersey presents Kenny G - The Miracles Holiday and Hits Tour 2025
December 11, 2025
Outpost in the Burbs presents The Milk Carton Kids Holiday Tour 2025 with Opener Humbird
December 12, 2025
Irish Trio Socks in the Frying Pan Plays Holiday Concert at Roy’s Hall on December 12
December 12, 2025
Wharton Performing Arts School presents Holiday Cabaret Benefit on December 12th
December 12, 2025
The Princeton Folk Music Society presents Michael Gabriele and Spook Handy on December 12th
December 12, 2025
