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theatre
Westfield Community Players presents "Time Stands Still" by Donald Margulies (WESTFIELD, NJ) -- Westfield Community Players presents Time Stands Still by Donald Margulies across three weekends from January 10-24, 2026. The play focuses on Sarah and James, a photojournalist and a foreign correspondent trying to find happiness in a world that seems to have gone crazy.
Two River Theater presents "The Good Thief" starring Christopher Fitzgerald (RED BANK, NJ) -- The award-winning Two River Theater presents The Good Thief starring three-time Tony Award® nominee Christopher Fitzgerald (Broadway's Wicked, Waitress, Spamalot, Young Frankenstein) in the title role from February 4-7, 2026.
McCarter Theatre Welcomes Audiences to a Magical Holiday Season with "A Christmas Carol" (PRINCETON, NJ) -- McCarter Theatre invites audiences to celebrate the holiday season with the return of its beloved production of A Christmas Carol, filled with music, magic, and the timeless spirit of generosity. This year's production features acclaimed actor Cameron Knight in the role of Ebenezer Scrooge.
music
UCMP Celebrated Community Leaders and Outstanding Students at "A Night on the Hudson" Fundraiser (WEEHAWKEN, NJ) -- United Children's Music Project (UCMP) honored key community partners and celebrated the region's most inspiring young musicians at its annual "A Night on the Hudson" fundraiser on November 12, 2025 at Weehawken's Chart House.
Gregory Burrus Productions Presents Singer, Actress and Broadway Personality Tina Fabrique at Mt Zion AME Church Blues and Blessings (MILLBURN, NJ) -- On Sunday, December 7, 2025 from 11:30am – 1:30pm) Mt. Zion AME Church will come alive with music, faith, and community as acclaimed singer, actress, and TV personality Tina Fabrique headlines First Sunday Blues and Blessings. Led by Rev. Eyesha Marable and curated by Gregory Burrus Productions, this unique gathering blends the power of gospel-inspired music with the warmth of fellowship, offering audiences a soulful Sunday experience unlike any other.
Wharton Performing Arts School Announces New Location for 2026 Summer Camps (BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ) -- The Wharton Performing Arts School (PAS) is pleased to announce that all 2026 Summer Camps will take place at a new location: 570 Central Avenue in New Providence—the home of the New Jersey Youth Chorus and New Jersey Youth Symphony. Bringing PAS summer programming to this site allows Wharton Arts to host all camps under one roof and create a unified, convenient experience for its student families.
bergenPAC presents Six-Time Tony Award (R) Winner Audra McDonald on May 3rd (ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Six-time Tony Award® winner Audra McDonald will play a one-night-only concert at bergenPAC (Bergen Performing Arts Center) on Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 7:00pm.
Wicked Cool Records releases "It's A Wicked Cool Christmas" - All-star Holiday Compilation (NEW YORK, NY) -- Wicked Cool Records is officially kicking off the season with the release of It's A Wicked Cool Christmas, an all-star digital holiday compilation out now, alongside the premiere of Jessie Wagner's brand-new festive music video for "Christmas With Me."
Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Cassville Lights" by Jackson Pines The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Cassville Lights," the latest single from Jackson Pines' forthcoming album, "Wheel."
dance
Mid Atlantic Dance Theater presents "The Nutcracker" (NEWTOWN, NJ) -- The Mid Atlantic Dance Theater (MADT) returns the beloved holiday classic, The Nutcracker, to the stage this December. After a six-year hiatus, this cherished production will once again enchant audiences under the co-artistic direction of Andreas Jovovich and Priscilla Garner at the Zlock Performing Arts Center at Bucks County Community College in Newtown, Pennsylvania. Performances will take place on Saturday, December 20 at 2:00pm & 7:00pm, and Sunday, December 21, 2025 at 1:00pm & 6:00pm.
art
Quilt Show to Open Trenton City Museum's 2026 Exhibition Season (TRENTON, NJ) -- Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie will begin its 2026 art exhibition season with the quilt show byCONTRAST: Apparent Contradictions. A New Jersey and New York regional juried exhibition presented in coordination with Studio Art Quilt Associates NY+NJ, the show opens Friday, January 9, 2026, with an artists and members reception Saturday, January 10. It will remain on view through February 9, with related programs to be announced.
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EVENT PREVIEWS
The Legendary Wailers featuring Julian Junior Marvin come to the Scottish Rite Auditorium
January 23, 2026
RVCC Holocaust Institute to Present Online Discussion with Author Julie Brill
January 23, 2026
Lighthouse International Film Society presents a screening of "VESELKA: The Rainbow on the Corner at the Center of the World"
January 23, 2026
Lee Brice: Acoustic with special guest Deltona at State Theatre on January 23rd
January 23, 2026
Lizzie Rose Music Room presents the Matt O'Ree Band on January 23rd
January 23, 2026
New Jersey Film Festival Filmmaker Video Interview with B.F. Skinner Plays Himself Director Ted Kennedy
January 23, 2026
The Eye-opening Documentary B.F. Skinner Plays Himself Opens the 2026 New Jersey Film Festival on Friday, January 23!
January 23, 2026
The Lords of 52nd Street return to Newton
January 23, 2026
WXPN presents Jillith Fair - Loving Jill Sobule at The Fallser Club
January 24, 2026
Borgata Event Center presents comedian Andrew Santino
January 24, 2026
