(HACKETTSTOWN, NJ) -- Big hair, bigger laughs, and a soundtrack packed with infectious energy are headed to the stage this summer as Centenary Stage Company presents The Wedding Singer, opening July 9 and running through July 19, 2026 in the Sitnik Theatre of the Lackland Performing Arts Center.
Based on the hit film starring Adam Sandler, The Wedding Singer transports audiences back to the outrageous world of the 1980s, where Robbie Hart is the life of every party – until his own fiancée leaves him at the altar. Filled with unforgettable characters, hilarious comedy, and a high-energy score, The Wedding Singer has become a favorite among audiences nationwide.
Leading the cast as lovable wedding singer Robbie Hart is Matthew Steen, opposite Megan Schmeidhauser as the sweet and charming Julia. Joining them are Jeremy Ashton as Glen, Nicole Boscarino as Holly, Kai Vialva as Sammy, Jack Sisk as George, Cynthia Livingstone and Deidre Worth sharing the roles of Rosie and Angie, and Raelyn Memon as Linda.
The production also features an energetic ensemble cast including Stacie Michelle, Kayla Chirip, Zac Cruz, Evan Finkbeiner, Evan Flick, Cherise Graham, James Kaminski, Maximus Klevence, Miah Moore, Asher Paterno, Joseph Racz, Kylie Smith, Audrey Kate Taylor, Amanda Whitmore, Hunter Grayce Williams, and Josh Zagre.
Performances take place Thursday, July 9 at 7:00pm; Friday, July 10 at 7:30pm; Saturday, July 11 at 7:30pm; Sunday, July 12 at 2:00pm; Wednesday, July 15 at 2:00pm; Thursday, July 16 at 7:00pm; Friday, July 17 at 7:30pm; Saturday, July 18 at 7:30pm; and Sunday, July 19 at 2:00pm.
Tickets range from $20 to $35, with discounts available for students and children under 12 on select performances. Audience members can also take advantage of special Buy One, Get One rush ticket offer for Thursday evening performances. BOGO tickets are available in person at the box office beginning at 5:00pm on the day of the performance.
For tickets and information, visit centenarystageco.org or call the Centenary Stage Company box office at (908) 979 – 0900. The box office is located in the Lackland Performing Arts Center on the campus of Centenary University, 715 Grand Avenue, Hackettstown, NJ, and is open Monday through Friday from 1:00pm – 5:00pm and two hours prior to performances. Centenary Stage Company can be found across social media platforms, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. Like and follow to receive the latest news and special offers.
Adapted from the New Line Cinema film written by Tim Herlihy, The Wedding Singer features music by Matthew Sklar, a book by Chad Beguelin and Tim Herlihy, and lyrics by Chad Beguelin. Packed with humor, heart, and a nostalgic celebration of all things '80s, the musical's vibrant score does for the decade what Hairspray did for the 1960s.
Centenary Stage Company's SUMMERFEST 2026 is sponsored in part by series sponsor Explore Warren, a project of the Warren County Tourism Partnership.
The 2026-27 Season of Performing Arts events at Centenary Stage Company is made possible through the generous support of the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, The Shubert Foundation, the Blanche and Irving Laurie Foundation, the Sandra S. Kupperman Foundation, the John and Margaret Post Foundation, the New Jersey Theatre Alliance, CSC corporate sponsors including Heath Village, Visions Federal Credit Union, Explore Warren, the Hackettstown Rotary Club, and Centenary Stage Company members and supporters.
