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This Week in Theatre: Previews for Plays Taking Place August 18-24, 2026
Here are previews of plays taking place from August 18-24, 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.
South Camden Theatre Company presents "Native Gardens"
(CAMDEN, NJ) -- South Camden Theatre Company presents Native Gardens by Karen Zacarías weekends from September 18 to October 4, 2026. Gardens and cultures clash, turning friendly neighbors into feuding enemies in this hilarious comedy of good intentions and bad manners.
Surflight Theatre presents "Ghost, The Musical"
(BEACH HAVEN, NJ) -- Surflight Theatre presents Ghost, The Musical from September 1-20, 2026. Based on the iconic 1990 film, Ghost, this romantic fantasy is brought to the stage, blending heartfelt emotion, gripping suspense, and supernatural wonder.
Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey presents "Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?"
(MADISON, NJ) -- The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) presents Edward Albee's landmark American masterpiece Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? from September 5–27, 2026 at the F. M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre on the campus of Drew University.
Two River Theater presents August Wilson's "The Piano Lesson"
(RED BANK, NJ) -- Two River Theater presents August Wilson's The Piano Lesson from September 12 to October 4, 2026. Directed by Francois Battiste, this epic Pulitzer Prize-winning play pits brother against sister as the Charles family fights over the fate of their prized heirloom - a hand-carved piano.
Broadway Musicals and Concerts In Morristown This Season
(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Classic musicals and beloved Broadway stars are coming to the Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) stage this season! MPAC's touring Broadway lineup features the Morristown premieres of hit musicals Waitress, Meredith Willson's The Music Man, Mystic Pizza and The Who's Tommy. MPAC will celebrate its 32nd season on September 18th with a special concert by popular Broadway star Jessica Vosk. Broadway stars coming to MPAC this season include legendary Tony Award winners Audra McDonald, Brian Stokes Mitchell, and Bernadette Peters.
Passage Theatre Company presents "Teen Dad" by Adrienne Dawes
(TRENTON, NJ) -- Passage Theatre Company presents Teen Dad by Adrienne Dawes from September 18 to October 11, 2026. In the play, Abby, a precocious emo-goth teenager, orchestrates a surprise reunion for her mother Tanya and birth father Tom, with the help of her mom’s fiancé/healer John.
Cape May Stage presents "Your Name Means Dream"
(CAPE MAY, NJ) -- Cape May Stage presents Your Name Means Dream from September 9 through October 18, 2026. Directed by Roy Steinberg, this is a lyrical and thought-provoking new play by José Rivera that follows Aislin, an aging woman whose world is transformed when she is paired with Stacy, an advanced AI caregiver designed to anticipate her every need.
Ritz Theatre Company presents "La Gringa" by Carmen Rivera
(HADDON TOWNSHIP, NJ) -- Ritz Theatre Company presents La Gringa by Carmen Rivera weekends from September 4-20, 2026 in their intimate black box space. Directed by Edwin “Rico” Santiago, the play is about María Elena Garcia, a young Puerto Rican woman born and raised in New York City, travels to Puerto Rico for the first time during Christmas, hoping to connect with her roots and find a sense of belonging.
Skyline Theatre Company presents "The Guys" by Anne Nelson
(BLOOMFIELD, NJ) -- Skyline Theatre Company presents The Guys by Anne Nelson at the Oakeside Bloomfield Cultural Center from September 11-12, 2026. As we honor the 25th anniversary of 9/11, The Guys is a poignant, true-story-inspired drama.
music
Bradley Beach Tourism Commission Presents 6th Annual Pirate Day and Inaugural Reggae Festival on August 22
(BRADLEY BEACH, NJ) -- Get ready for a full day of family fun, treasures, and live music as the Bradley Beach Tourism Commission presents the 6th Annual Pirate Day alongside the Inaugural Bradley Beach Reggae Festival on Saturday, August 22, 2026.
This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from August 18-24, 2026
Here is a look at shows taking place from August 18-24, 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.
Algonquin Arts Theatre presents Bing Crosby & All That Jazz on Sunday
(MANASQUAN, NJ) -- Algonquin Arts Theatre presents Bing Crosby & All That Jazz on Sunday, August 23, 2026 at 3:00pm. Celebrate the golden age of American song with this afternoon performance.
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Events This Week in New Jersey from August 18-24, 2026
Here is a look at upcoming events taking place from August 18-24, 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.
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