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!
If your arts organization sends out press releases, make sure you have [email protected] on your media list for coverage.
theatre
Gateway Playhouse Announces Its First-Ever All-Musical MainStage Season For 2026 
(SOMERS POINT, NJ) -- For the first time ever, Gateway Playhouse announces an array of four musical productions for the 2026 MainStage Season. Shows include: You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown, Jesus Christ Superstar, Guys and Dolls, and 9 to 5: The Musical.
This Week in Theatre: Previews for Plays Taking Place November 25 to December 2, 2025 
Here are previews of plays taking place from November 25 to December 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.
music
This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from November 25 to December 1, 2025 
Here is a look at shows taking place from November 25 to December 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.
Status Green to Celebrate 20th Anniversary at Stone Pony on Friday 
(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- There are a handful of local bands in the last 25 years that I thought had a good chance of making it big and that list includes Status Green. The band reunites for a 20th anniversary show at The Stone Pony on Friday, November 28, 2025. The lineup includes Church and State TM and Yawn Mower.
UCPAC presents Cherish the Ladies Celtic Christmas Concert on December 7th 
(RAHWAY, NJ) -- The Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) presents Cherish the Ladies Celtic Christmas Concert on Sunday, December 7, 2025. This holiday season, Cherish the Ladies present their beloved Celtic Christmas program—a festive, family-friendly concert filled with holiday cheer and Irish spirit. Showtime is 3:00pm.
Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Bell Bottom Blues - A Tribute to Eric Clapton on Saturday 
(TUCKERTON, NJ) -- The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Bell Bottom Blues on Saturday, November 29, 2025. The band was formed in 2007 with the vision of providing an audience with a true Eric Clapton Experience. Doors are at 7:00pm, showtime is 7:30pm.
comedy
McCarter Theatre presents Jordan Klepper - Suffering Fools 
(PRINCETON, NJ) -- McCarter Theatre presents Jordan Klepper - Suffering Fools on Friday, January 30, 2026 at 7:00pm. Klepper is best known for his work with The Daily Show and his multiple Emmy nominated specials focusing on the political world.
film
Monmouth University's Center for the Arts presents Exhibition on Screen - Rembrandt 
(WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ) -- Monmouth University's Center for the Arts presents Exhibition on Screen - Rembrandt on Monday, December 8, 2025 in the Pollak Theatre. This film showcases a landmark exhibition, featuring unprecedented loans from around the world – a unique opportunity to experience the passion and innovation of Rembrandt. Showtime is 7:00pm.
community
Holiday Events and Activities Throughout Haddon Township In December 
(HADDON TOWNSHIP, NJ) -- It's the most wonderful time of the year in Haddon Township! The community is set to sparkle with a full lineup of festive fun, family-friendly activities, and local traditions throughout December.
Events This Week in New Jersey from November 25 to December 1, 2025 
Here is a look at upcoming events taking place from November 25-December 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. Click on the title to go to the full preview. Jump to Featured Events, Music, Theatre, Comedy, Dance, Film, Kids, Community, Event Listings.
MPAC presents Champions of Magic: Holiday Spectacular on Sunday 
(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) presents Champions of Magic: Holiday Spectacular on Sunday, November 30, 2025 at 4:00pm. Celebrate the season with a show that features dazzling illusions, breathtaking grand-scale magic, and festive surprises for the whole family.
books
Pulitzer Prize–Winning Author Junot Díaz to Headline VOCES Latino Thought Leaders Series at Montclair State University on December 4th 
(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Latinos of Montclair, in partnership with Montclair State University's Department of English, has announced that Pulitzer Prize–winning author Junot Díaz will appear in Montclair on Thursday, December 4, 2025 at 6:30pm as part of the VOCES series.
FEATURED EVENTS
To narrow results by date range, categories,
or region of New Jersey
click here for our advanced search.
To narrow results by date range, categories,
or region of New Jersey
click here for our advanced search.
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
