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theatre
The Village Playbox presents "A Midsummer Night's Dream" 
(HADDON HEIGHTS, NJ) -- The Village Playbox presents William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream across three weekends from February 6-21, 2026 at First Presbyterian Church of Haddon Heights. The production is directed by Natasha Thompson.
Bridge Players Theatre Company presents Fa La La Family Follies - A Holiday Cabaret 
(BURLINGTON, NJ) -- Bridge Players Theatre Company presents Fa La La Family Follies December 12-13, 2025. Conceived and directed by Damon A. Strothers, this is a heartwarming winter cabaret where the theatre family opens its doors to yours.
music
Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites...11/27/25 
One of the first things taught to me when I began writing for The Trentonian newspaper in 2010 was, "Never write in the first person! Don't say "I." Well, how am "I" going to wish all of you a Happy Thanksgiving then?
An Interview with Singer-Songwriter Tim Easton 
(OCEAN GROVE, NJ) -- Split Level Concerts presents singer-songwriter Tim Easton at the Jersey Shore Arts Center on Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 8:00pm. He's currently on a world tour in support of his latest album, Find Your Way. Quincy Mumford will open the night.
Neon Nostalgic Presents 80's Music Television at State Theatre 
(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- Neon Nostalgic Presents 80's Music Television at State Theatre New Jersey on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 8:00pm. The event is hosted by MTV VJs Mark Goodman and Alan Hunter and is a unique twist on an 80s nite.
The Vogel presents LaBamba's Holiday Hurrah 
(RED BANK, NJ) -- The Vogel presents LaBamba's Holiday Hurrah on Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 4:00pm. The show returns to the Count Basie Center where this special event first started back in 1983! Richie "Labamba" Rosenberg hosts this Annual Holiday Show leading the All-Star Hurrah Big Band featuring a giant horn section through Holiday classics and Labamba favorites!
The Future of Jazz Orchestra presents Home for the Holidays at Bell Theater 
(HOLMDEL, NJ) -- Kick off the holiday season with Home for the Holidays featuring the Future of Jazz Orchestra, presented in collaboration with Jazz at Lincoln Center, at Bell Theater at Bell Works on Sunday, December 7, 2025 at 3:00pm. Under the musical direction of Joe Block, you can expect to hear refreshing takes of your favorite holiday tunes.
Water Gap Jazz Orchestra presents Duke Ellington’s Nutcracker and the Grinch Suites at Morris Museum 
(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- The Water Gap Jazz Orchestra returns to the Morris Museum to perform Duke Ellington's iconic Nutcracker Suite and their very own Grinch Suite. Performances take place Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 3:00pm & 7:00pm.
Chanticleer presents Holiday Shows in Newark and NYC 
(NEWARK, NJ) -- Vocal ensemble Chanticleer offers a truly sublime holiday listening experience with debut Delos album Joy to the World complemented by an extensive US Christmas tour including two local stops: St. Ignatius Loyola Church in NYC on December 5th & 7th with a show at NJPAC in Newark on December 6, 2025 in between.
comedy
The Stress Factory Comedy Club presents Michael Yo 
(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- The Stress Factory presents Michael Yo on his Issa Truuue Tour from December 5-7, 2025. A 2-time Emmy nominee fresh off his third comedy special Snack Daddy, Michael is a comedian, actor and host keeping busy on all of Hollywood’s platforms. He will be doing 5 shows across the weekend at the club.
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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
