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New Jersey Stage: Daily Edition 09-11-26

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NJ Stage Daily Update

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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Centenary Stage Company's Young Audience Series presents "Grace for President"


(HACKETTSTOWN, NJ) -- Centenary Stage Company's Young Audience Series presents Grace for President, October 1-5, 2026 in The Little Theatre at Centenary University. Based on the beloved children's book by Kelly DiPucchio, the musical follows Grace, a spirited young girl who has a big question when her teacher displays a poster featuring every U.S. president: "Where are the girls?"

music

State Theatre New Jersey presents their annual Classical Season Celebration on October 15th


(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey celebrates the power of classical performance with the annual Classical Season Celebration on Thursday, October 15, 2026. This year's event will take place in STNJ's intimate Studio space with a performance featuring internationally acclaimed violinist Christina Bouey and award-winning pianist Yoon Lee entirely lit by candlelight.

Bradley Beach to host Hispanic Heritage Month Concert in Riley Park on Saturday


(BRADLEY BEACH, NJ) -- The Borough of Bradley Beach invites residents, visitors, and music enthusiasts of all ages to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with an evening of live music and community festivities at Riley Park on Saturday, September 12, 2026 from 4:00pm to 7:30pm.

BBD Rhythm & Blues Band to Perform at Orchard Park By David Burke on September 25th


(EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- Orchard Park by David Burke presents some high-quality original blues when respected New Jersey-based bluesman James 'JB' Barnes and his BBD Rhythm & Blues Band perform there in concert on Friday, September 25, 2026. Showtime is 7:00pm. Admission is free.

Anthony Nelson to Headline 6th Annual ROCC FEST - From Praise to Presence


(NEWARK, NJ) -- The Roseville Outreach Community Corporation presents the 6th Annual ROCC FEST - From Praise to Presence jazz gospel concert on Saturday, October 17, 2026 at the Roseville Church in Newark. The event begins at 6:00pm and is headlined by Anthony Nelson.

MPAC presents Cheap Trick: All Washed Up Tour on September 19th


(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Rock and Roll Hall of Famers Cheap Trick return to Mayo Performing Arts Center as part of their All Washed Tour on Saturday, September 19, 2026 at 8:00pm. Tickets range from $91-$169 (all fees included).

Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 09/10/2026


"I'm very good, how are you doing?" Laughed John Ondrasik also known as Five for Fighting as his Five for Fighting String Quartet Tour readies to come to New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania with multiple shows beginning September 20 in Newton, NJ at the Newton Theatre.

comedy

Comedian Liz Glazer Returns to SOPAC with "Big Waitlist Energy"


If you've ever wondered if it's too late to make a change, today's guest may give you renewed faith in second acts. Liz Glazer is a former tenured law professor turned actor and standup comic.

film

Lighthouse International Film Society presents a screening of "Ask E. Jean" on September 17th


(LONG BEACH ISLAND, NJ) -- The Lighthouse International Film Society presents a screening of Ask E. Jean on Thursday, September 17, 2026 at 7:30pm. This is director Ivy Meeropol's acclaimed new documentary about journalist, author and legendary advice columnist E. Jean Carroll.

South Mountain Film Academy premieres student-led documentary "The Maplewood Theater: The Show Must Go On" on September 23rd


(MAPLEWOOD, NJ) -- The South Mountain Film Academy (SMFA), in partnership with the Maplewood Memorial Library, announced the premiere of "The Maplewood Theater: The Show Must Go On," a poignant 15-minute documentary filmed and produced by local middle school students. The short film explores the history of Maplewood's nearly 100-year-old theater, the venue's role in the community and residents' excitement about the plans to reopen – just in time for the centennial.

Rom-Com feature Love New York screens at the New Jersey Film Festival on Friday, September 11!


Anthony Di Mieri’s spirited rom-com feature film Love New York is a story of missed connections, failed attempts at intimacy, and the pained moments in between. This ensemble film follows a dozen dysfunctional couples through a 24-hour perspective-shifting journey through New York City. Love New York is a sweeping anthology of romance, heartbreak, and fleeting connection set against the backdrop of the city that never sleeps.

art

Jersey City's 37th Annual Art & Studio Tour to Take Place October 1-4


(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- For four days this October, Jersey City will become one giant art destination as the 37th Annual Jersey City Art & Studio Tour (JCAST) returns October 1–4, 2026. The citywide celebration will bring together artists, galleries, studios, exhibitions, murals, performances, tours, and cultural experiences across all six wards of Jersey City, inviting residents and visitors to discover the people and places that make Jersey City a dynamic arts community.

Trenton Community A-Team Taking Art to the Streets


(TRENTON, NJ) -- The Trenton Community A-TEAM (TCAT) announces the launch of its new mobile art studio, the Art Cart. The converted bookmobile is now appearing in designated Trenton neighborhoods to engage community members in self-expression through art making.

books

New Jersey Author Meghana Karanjkar Explores Immigration, Identity and Belonging in "First Generation"


New Jersey writer Meghana Karanjkar will release her debut short story collection, First Generation, on October 27, 2026, from Atmosphere Press.

community

Haddon Township's Fall Festival takes place on Saturday


(HADDON TOWNSHIP, NJ) -- Haddon Township will welcome the return of its annual Fall Festival on Saturday, September 12, 2026 with a full day of live music and dancing, rides, food trucks, kids entertainment, contests, local artisans and more.

James Dalton to read "Ginsberg's Howl" with the Ginsberg Beat Connection on Monday at the Philadelphia Fringe Festival


(PHILADELPHIA, PA) -- New Jersey artist James Dalton will read "Ginsberg's Howl" with the Ginsberg Beat Connection on Monday, September 14th at The Rotunda as part of the 2026 Philadelphia Fringe Festival. The event takes place at 7:00pm.

Join the Fun at Illumination 250: The Largest Interactive Public Arts Festival in Bergen County


(HACKENSACK, NJ) -- The Hackensack Performing Arts Center (HACPAC) announces Illumination 250, a full-day regional cultural arts celebration observing America's Semiquincentennial anniversary, will take place on Saturday, October 3, 2026 in Hackensack. Bring the family, friends, and neighbors to the largest free public, interactive festival in North Jersey open to all ages. In the event of severe inclement weather, the festival will take place the following weekend on Saturday, October 10.





 

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