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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
Berrie Center presents "The Lillias White Effect" featuring Broadway's Lillias White 
(MAHWAH, NJ) -- Berrie Center for Performing and Visual Arts presents "The Lillias White Effect" featuring Broadway's Lillias White on Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 8:00pm. In this show, Lillias pulls back the show curtain to tell humorous, poignant and inspiring stories from both her personal and show business life that she has never shared before, onstage or off.
Springboard to Design Announces 2026 Cohort 
(NEW YORK, NY) -- Springboard to Design has announced the students selected for its 2026 cohort after attracting more than 4,500 applications from 70 countries and territories — reflecting the rapidly growing global interest in theatre design education. The program will take place July 19–25, 2026 at The Harvey Fierstein Theatre Lab housed in The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts (NYC).
County College of Morris presents "Yankee Doodle Dandy" 
(RANDOLPH, NJ) -- As the nation commemorates the Semiquincentennial, the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, County College of Morris (CCM) invites theatergoers to be entertained and experience the life of American composer, playwright, actor, producer and showman George M. Cohan, in the high-energy musical Yankee Doodle Dandy. Presented by the Marielaine Mammon School of Music, Performing Arts, and Music Technologies, performances will take place on Wednesday through Saturday, April 15–18, 2026 at 7:30pm in Dragonetti Auditorium.
This Week in Theatre: Previews for Plays
March 30 to April 5, 2026 
Here are previews of plays taking place from March 30 to April 5, 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.
music
This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from March 31 to April 6, 2026 
Here is a look at shows taking place from March 31 to April 6, 2026 along with our featured listings and a look at some upcoming shows. New Jersey Stage offers previews of concerts throughout the Garden State.
The Stone Pony presents Glen Hansard on April 11th 
(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- The Stone Pony presents Glen Hansard and special guest Margaret Glaspy on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 7:00pm.
Avenel Performing Arts Center presents singer-songwriter Steve Forbert 
(AVENEL, NJ) -- Avenel Performing Arts Center presents singer-songwriter Steve Forbert on Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 7:30pm. Limited tickets remain.
The Chapin Family presents: Harry Chapin’s Greatest Stories LIVE 
(WAYNE, NJ) -- The Chapin Family presents: Harry Chapin’s Greatest Stories LIVE on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at the Shea Center for Performing Arts. In the long rich history of Family Groups in American Roots Music, this family has a special place. When these singers, songwriters and extraordinary live performers come together, magic happens. Showtime is 8:00pm.
Morris Museum presents Cerus Quartet on April 9th 
(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- The Morris Museum presents Cerus Quartet on Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 7:00pm. Founded in 2022, the Cerus Quartet is dedicated to showcasing the dynamic and versatile sound of the saxophone quartet.
The Folk Project's Troubadour Acoustic Concert Series presents Mike Block Trio and Lynne Hanson 
(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- The Folk Project's Troubadour Acoustic Concert Series presents Mike Block Trio and Lynne Hanson on Friday, April 3, 2026 at the Morristown Unitarian Fellowship. Showtime is 7:30pm.
Prudential Center presents B2K and Bow Wow 
(NEWARK, NJ) -- The Black Promoters Collective presents B2K and Bow Wow with The Boys 4 Life at The Prudential Center on Sunday, April 5, 2026. The lineup also includes Amerie, Yung Joc, Crime Mob, Franchize Boyz with special guests Pretty Ricky.
SOPAC presents Texas Flood - A Tribute to Stevie Ray Vaughan 
(SOUTH ORANGE, NJ) -- Texas Flood - A Tribute to Stevie Ray Vaughan comes to the South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC) on Friday, April 10, 2026 at 7:30pm.
comedy
The Vogel presents Comedian Joe Matarese on Saturday 
(RED BANK, NJ) -- The Vogel presents Comedian Joe Matarese on Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 8:00pm. Matarese grew up in the South Jersey/Philadelphia area and his comedy has a very strong connection to where he comes from.
HACPAC presents Corey Rodrigues – PAC the House 
(HACKENSACK, NJ) -- The PAC the House series returns to Hackensack Performing Arts Center (HACPAC) on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 8:00 PM for a spectacular night of stand-up comedy. Headlining the evening is Corey Rodrigues, a powerhouse comedian who has taken the country by storm. Kim Jonny hosts the evening, which also features a performance by Linette Palladino.
film
Tony Shalhoub Announced as Special Guest at the Upcoming Lighthouse International Film Festival 
(LONG BEACH ISLAND, NJ) -- The Lighthouse International Film Festival (LIFF) has announced that acclaimed, award-winning actor Tony Shalhoub will appear as a special guest at this year’s festival, taking place June 10-14, 2026 on Long Beach Island.
dance
McCarter Theatre presents "The Center Will Not Hold" - A Groundbreaking Dance Collaboration 
(PRINCETON, NJ) -- McCarter Theatre Center, in partnership with the Princeton University Art Museum, presents The Center Will Not Hold, a Dorrance Dance production created by MacArthur "Genius" Fellow Michelle Dorrance and Bessie Award–winning breakdancer Ephrat "Bounce" Asherie, on Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 7:30pm.
art
Trenton City Museum presents "African American Abstractions" 
(TRENTON, NJ) -- Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie presents African American Abstractions, a vibrant and colorful showcase filling three galleries with works by James E. Dupree, Femi J. Johnson, and Kenneth J. Lewis. African American Abstractions is on view through May 24, 2026. Janis Purcell worked closely with the artists as the exhibition's curator.
community
Events This Week in New Jersey from March 31 to April 6, 2026 
Here is a look at upcoming events taking place from March 31-April 6, 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.
