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
George Street Playhouse to Offer Livestreams of "My Lord, What a Night" this weekend 
(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- George Street Playhouse (GSP) is partnering with the League of Live Stream Theater (LOLST) to broadcast its acclaimed production of My Lord, What a Night during the final weekend of performances (May 15-17, 2026).
Middlesex County's Plays-In-The-Park to present "All Shook Up", "1776", and "Guys and Dolls" this summer 
(EDISON, NJ) -- Middlesex County is excited to invite residents and visitors to experience the 2026 season of Plays-in-the-Park, the County's beloved summer musical series. This year's lineup presents three popular Broadway musicals, All Shook Up, 1776, and Guys and Dolls, taking place from June through August at the Stephen J. Capestro Theatre, located at Roosevelt Park (1 Pine Drive) in Edison.
music
Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 05/15/2026 
"I'm alright, very good thank you," began musician and author David Marx who has recently released a new book about the rock band XTC titled, "XTC: I Am The Audience" (Sorrento Books).
Centenary Stage presents Double Vision: The Foreigner Experience on May 23rd 
(HACKETTSTOWN, NJ) -- Centenary Stage Company in partnership with the Hackettstown Rotary Club presents Double Vision: The Foreigner Experience on Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 8:00pm. The performance will take place in the Sitnik Theatre of the Lackland Performing Arts Center with proceeds in part to benefit the many initiatives of the Hackettstown Rotary Club.
Concerts in the Studio presents Bastards of Fine Arts on June 5th 
(FREEHOLD, NJ) -- Concerts in the Studio presents Bastards of Fine Arts on Friday, June 5, 2026 at 7:30pm. The band includes Matt Keating, Jason Mercer, Steve Mayone, and Greg Wieczorek. You could say they are a new band with old roots.
A Halo Called Fred releases "We're All Like, YEAH!" 
(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- New Brunswick's eclectic geek folk-rock act, A Halo Called Fred, is back with their new epic album, We're All Like, YEAH! Featuring 21 new tracks, this latest mixtape from the world's best steampunk psycho-pop band is guaranteed to bring joy to any hyper-dimensional occasion.
Mahwah Museum to host Les Paul 111th Birthday Celebration: "The Les Paul & Mary Ford Tribute Show with Tom & Sandy Doyle" on June 7th 
(MAHWAH, NJ) -- Raise a toast to a legend. Celebrate Les Paul's 111th birthday with an unforgettable Les Paul & Mary Ford Tribute at The Mahwah Museum performed by Tom & Sandy Doyle on Saturday, June 7, 2026 at 2:00pm. Cake will be served as they toast the birthday.
State Theatre New Jersey presents Jersey Talent on Saturday 
(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents Jersey Talent on Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 7:00pm. Jersey Talent, a talent show for ages 8-25, returns for its third year. Ten finalists, including singers, dancers, and instrumentalists, and will perform live at the historic State Theatre. The winner of Jersey Talent wins a spot as a featured performer at the New Brunswick Heart Festival on August 8th. The event will be hosted by radio veteran Terrie Carr (WDHA, Carr Stereo Podcast).
Makin Waves with The Feelies: Jersey Strong! 
If ever an act should be in the New Jersey Hall of Fame, it's The Feelies, whose influence on the Hoboken music scene throughout the 1980s is seminal, as well as on such bands as R.E.M., Horse Girl and fellow North Jersey alt-rockers Real Estate.
dance
Roxey Ballet presents Mowgli's Jungle Adventure - A Thrilling Family Ballet Inspired by The Jungle Book 
(EWING, NJ) -- Roxey Ballet invites audiences of all ages to journey deep into the jungle with Mowgli's Jungle Adventure on Sunday, May 24, 2026 at the Villa Victoria Theater. This exciting family-friendly production brings the beloved story inspired by The Jungle Book to life through breathtaking dance, theatrical storytelling, colorful costumes, and imaginative choreography. Showtime is 2:00pm.
