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theatre
This Week in Theatre: Previews for Plays Taking Place April 28 to May 4, 2026 
Here are previews of plays taking place from April 28 to May 4, 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.
Seton Hall Theatre presents "Company" by Sondheim and Furth 
(SOUTH ORANGE, NJ) -- Sondheim and Furth's beloved dark comedy Company takes the stage at South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC) in a vibrant new student production from Seton Hall Theatre. Performances run from April 30 to May 3, 2026.
Classic American Tales celebrates Louisa May Alcott, Mark Twain, Paul Robeson, and the American Revolution in May 
(CAPE MAY, NJ) -- In May alone, Classic American Tales performs on a farm, in two different libraries, and at historic Peachfield.
Asbury Park Theater Company presents Thornton Wilder's "Our Town" 
(OCEAN GROVE, NJ) -- The Asbury Park Theater Company presents Thornton Wilder's Our Town across two weekends from May 21-31, 2026 at the Jersey Shore Arts Center. Described by Edward Albee as "the greatest American play ever written"- it is one of the defining plays of American theater. The production is directed by Bailey Dumlao.
music
'60s Rock 'n Roll Revival LIVE! at STNJ 
Spotlight Central and Love Imagery have photos and a recap of '60s Rock 'n Roll Revival concert at State Theatre New Jersey on April 18, 2026.
This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from April 28 to May 4, 2026 
Here is a look at shows taking place from April 28 to May 4, 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.
Outpost in the Burbs presents Willie Nile Band on Sunday 
(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Outpost in the Burbs presents Willie Nile Band on Sunday, May 3, 2026. The New York Times once called Buffalo, NY born Willie Nile "one of the most gifted singer-songwriters to emerge from the New York scene in years." Jersey City based artist Debra Devi will open the night.
comedy
This Week in Comedy: April 28 to May 4, 2026 
Here's a look at comedy shows taking place across the state from April 28 to May 4, 2026. New Jersey Stage compiles this list from comedy clubs, casinos, and performing arts centers.
dance
Roxey Ballet Company presents Latin Creations on Friday 
(NEW HOPE, PA) -- Roxey Ballet Company presents Latin Creations on Friday, May 1, 2026 at 7:00pm. This is an evening of three new & original works by Mark Roxey and Giovanni Ravelo, celebrating 30 years of Roxey Ballet.
community
Events This Week in New Jersey from April 28 to May 4, 2026 
Here is a look at upcoming events taking place from April 28-May 4, 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.
