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theatre
The National Tour of "Stereophonic" comes to State Theatre New Jersey 
(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents the national tour of the 2024 Tony® Award-winning Best Play, Stereophonic, for four performances from March 28-29, 2026. Stereophonic mines the agony and the ecstasy of creation as it zooms in on a music studio in 1976. Here, an up-and-coming rock band recording a new album finds itself suddenly on the cusp of superstardom.
This Week in Theatre: Previews for Plays Taking Place March 3-9, 2026 
Here are previews of plays taking place from March 3-9, 2026 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.
Villagers Theatre's BlackBox series presents "Diary of a Simpy Kid" 
(SOMERSET, NJ) -- Villagers Theatre's BlackBox series presents Diary of a Simpy Kid across two weekends from March 20-29, 2026. Based on the beloved book and movie series “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” by Jeff Kinney, the show is a musical parody of the iconic characters we all know and love.
The Barn Theatre presents "Torch Song" by Harvey Fierstein 
(MONTVILLE, NJ) -- The Barn Theatre presents Torch Song by Harvey Fierstein across three weekends from March 13-29, 2026. This heartfelt play follows Arnold Beckoff, a Jewish drag queen performing as "Virginia Ham" in New York City. As he navigates love, family, and identity, he faces both joy and hardship.
Dover Little Theatre presents "Much Ado About Nothing" 
(DOVER, NJ) -- Dover Little Theatre presents Much Ado About Nothing across three weekends from March 20 to April 4, 2026. This a comedy by William Shakespeare, revolves around two romantic pairings that emerge when a group of soldiers arrive in the town. The production is directed by Julieta Quinteras Amat.
Spring Lake Theatre Company presents "Jesus Christ Superstar" 
(SPRING LAKE, NJ) -- Spring Lake Theatre Company presents Jesus Christ Superstar across two weekends from March 19-29, 2026. Experience the groundbreaking rock opera that changed musical theatre forever. Jesus Christ Superstar tells the story of the final days of Jesus through a bold, modern lens and a powerful rock score.
Masquerade Theatre presents Henrik Ibsen's "A Doll House" 
(RIVERSIDE, NJ) -- Masquerade Theatre presents Henrik Ibsen's A Doll House across two weekends from March 13-21, 2026. This groundbreaking play centers on Nora Helmer, a seemingly content wife and mother, whose seemingly perfect life is shattered by a secret she's kept from her husband, Torvald.
Bridge Players Theatre Company presents "Lizzie" 
(BURLINGTON, NJ) -- Bridge Players Theatre Company presents a special concert series event - Lizzie by Steven Cheslik-DeMeyer, Tim Maner and Alan Stevens Hewitt. Rage! Sex! Betrayal! BLOODY MURDER! A rock-show retelling of the bloody legend of America's favorite axe-wielding double-murderess, Lizzie Borden. Performances take place March 27-29, 2026.
music
This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from March 3-9, 2026 
Here is a look at shows taking place from March 3-9, 2026 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.
The Levoy Theatre presents 90's Rockfest featuring Lounge Fly and Special Guests on Saturday 
(VINELAND, NJ) -- The Levoy Theatre presents 90's Rockfest featuring Lounge Fly, Siamese Dreamers, and Hashpipe on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 8:00pm. Grab your flannel and Doc Martens because we're taking a step back to a time when guitars and grittiness ruled the radio.
The Landis presents Crystal Ship - Tribute to The Doors 
(VINELAND, NJ) -- Step back in time to the vibrant Sunset Strip in the swinging 1960s with Crystal Ship, the ultimate and definitive tribute to The Doors. The band will perform at The Landis Theater on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 8:00pm.
Jazz Room presents virtuoso saxophonist/flutist Steve Wilson with the William Paterson University Jazz Orchestra on Sunday 
(WAYNE, NJ) -- Jazz Room presents virtuoso saxophonist/flutist Steve Wilson with the William Paterson University Jazz Orchestra at Shea Center for Performing Arts on Sunday, March 8, 2026. Showtime is 3:00pm.
SOPAC presents Glen Phillips & Augustana on Saturday 
(SOUTH ORANGE, NJ) -- South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC) presents Glen Phillips & Augustana on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 7:30pm. Both artists are known for emotionally rich performances, powerful vocals, and a gift for drawing audiences into their personal, musical worlds.
Little Steven and the Disciples of Soul to Headline Concert at ParkStage on July 3rd 
(FREEHOLD, NJ) -- Little Steven and the Disciples of Soul will headline a concert at ParkStage on Friday, July 3, 2026 that fans of Jersey music will love. The lineup includes Jake Clemons Band, Joe Grushecky and the Houserockers with Gary U.S. Bonds, Low Cut Connie, and The Weeklings. Showtime is 4:00pm.
comedy
Bananas Comedy Club presents Brad Upton 
(RUTHERFORD, NJ) -- Bananas Comedy Club presents Brad Upton from March 6-8, 2026. Brad was teaching the fourth grade and coaching high school track in Pasco, WA when he first stepped on stage in 1984. He quickly decided that he wanted to do standup instead, so he quit teaching in June of 1986 and never looked back.
Andrew Dice Clay & Jon Lovitz to Perform at Count Basie Center for the Arts on Saturday 
(RED BANK, NJ) -- Andrew Dice Clay & Jon Lovitz will perform at the Count Basie Center for the Arts on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 8:00pm. Limited tickets remain.
Catch a Rising Star Comedy Club presents Tim Hayes 
(PRINCETON, NJ) -- Catch a Rising Star Comedy Club presents Tim Hayes on March 6-7, 2026. Everyone's favorite dad, Tim Hayes, is the consummate comic entertaining crowds with his very funny brand of humor in clubs, private events and fundraisers throughout the tri-state area.
Uncle Vinnie's Comedy Club presents Corey Rodrigues 
(POINT PLEASANT, NJ) -- Uncle Vinnie's Comedy Club presents two nights of Corey Rodrigues from March 6-7, 2026 with shows at 8:00pm each night. Corey is a highly sought after national touring college, club and corporate performer. He was the winner of The Catch a New Rising Star, The Funniest Comic in New England and the 2017 Big Sky Comedy Festivals.
film
New Release Review - "Scream 7" 
I'm not going to suggest that Scream 7 is a return to form for the critically ailing yet commercially triumphant slasher franchise (I don't believe it had much form to begin with), but it's certainly a baby step up from the awfulness of the previous two instalments. That's a bit like saying a soccer team is showing signs of improvement because they only lost 3-0 against their local rivals as opposed to the 5-0 drubbing they suffered the previous season. But I'm a Spurs fan, so I'll take whatever crumb of comfort I can, and the crumb tossed to fans here is the return of Neve Campbell as Sidney Prescott, along with series creator Kevin Williamson, directing for the first time since 1999's Teaching Mrs Tingle, and co-writing with Guy Busick (with a story contribution by Zodiac scribe James Vanderbilt).
community
Events This Week in New Jersey from March 3-9, 2026 
Here is a look at upcoming events taking place from March 3-9, 2026 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.
JC Fridays on March 6th Features Video Art Trucks and Free Visual and Performing Arts Events 
(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Art House Productions presents the first JC Fridays of 2026 on Friday, March 6th. Jersey City's premier quarterly arts festival, which is free and open to the public, will feature a diverse array of events, including visual art exhibitions, music performances, studio tours, and more, hosted at local businesses, galleries, studios, and arts organizations.
