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New Jersey Stage: Daily Edition 09-24-26

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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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theatre

Premiere Stages presents the World Premiere of "Effa Loves Baseball"


(HILLSIDE NJ) -- Premiere Stages at Kean University presents the premiere production of Effa Loves Baseball by Pia Wilson, the recipient of the 2025/26 Liberty Live Commission, October 15-25, 2026 in Kean University's Enlow Recital Hall. Directed by marcus d. harvey, Effa Loves Baseball features Justin Walter Cook, Grant Kennedy Lewis, DeShawn Harold Mitchell, David Andrew Morton, Greg Alverez Reid, and Kerry Warren as Effa Manley.

Pushcart Players to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Cuentos del Árbol


Pushcart Players, the award-winning educational theater company serving young and family audiences, is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with Cuentos del Árbol, a musical theater production inspired by Spanish and Latin American folklore. To make the production accessible to more students and families, Pushcart Players is offering discounted performances throughout the month of October.

music

Jersey Shore Artist Karen Mansfield Announces New Single and Children's Book


(OCEANPORT, NJ) -- Jersey Shore singer-songwriter, recording artist and author Karen Mansfield will release her new single, "I Only Have Eyes for You," on October 29, 2026, through her independent label, Willow Bella Music. Mansfield is also introducing her children's picture book, Baby's Birthday, inspired by a song that has been sung in her family for generations.

Joshua Henry in "Get Up! Stand Up!" LIVE! at Kean Stage


Spotlight Central and Love Imagery have photos and a recap of Joshua Henry in concert at Kean University's Enlow Recital Hall in Hillside, New Jersey on September 13, 2026.

This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from September 23-29, 2026


Here is a look at shows taking place from September 23-29, 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.

The Wonder Bar presents Dramarama on Saturday


(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- Dramarama returns to the Wonder Bar on Saturday, September 26, 2026 with Lisa Bouchelle & The Bleu opening the night. Doors are at 7:00pm. New Jersey Stage considers Dramarama as one of the best live bands to ever come out of the Garden State.

Carteret PAC presents An Evening with Emerson, Lake & Palmer on Saturday


(CARTERET, NJ) -- Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center presents An Evening with Emerson, Lake & Palmer on Saturday, September 26, 2026 at 8:00pm. Created by Carl Palmer and his management, the tour is presented with the full cooperation of the Estates of Keith Emerson and Greg Lake. This is not a tribute act - This is the real thing.

Wellmont Theater presents Robin Trower on Saturday


(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Wellmont Theater presents Robin Trower on Saturday, September 26, 2026 at 8:00pm. The legendary guitarist from Procol Harum continues to release news works like 2025's studio album Come and Find Me and his latest live album - One Moment in Time: Live in the USA.

The Folk Project's Troubadour Acoustic Concert Series presents Ellis Paul on Friday


(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- The Folk Project's Troubadour Acoustic Concert Series presents Ellis Paul on Friday, September 25, 2026 at 7:30pm. He will be on a bill with The Folk Project's 2026 Songwriting Contest winners: Winter Wilson, Andrew Lorand, and Erik Balkey.

The Berrie Center for the Arts presents Seals & Crofts 2 on Saturday


(MAHWAH, NJ) -- The Berrie Center for the Arts presents Seals & Crofts 2 on Saturday, September 26, 2026 at 7:30pm. For millions of fans, the music of Seals & Crofts was more than just songs — it was the soundtrack of their lives.

Music Box at the Borgata presents Micky Dolenz - 60 Years of The Monkees


(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- Music Box at the Borgata presents Micky Dolenz - 60 Years of The Monkees on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at 8:00pm.

Anchor Rock Club presents Israel Nash on December 4th


(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- Anchor Rock Club presents Israel Nash on Friday, December 4, 2026 at 8:00pm. His upcoming album reimagines Sweetheart of the Rodeo with shimmering harmonies, lush Americana textures, and the soul of the Texas hill country. This heartfelt tribute breathes new life into The Byrds' landmark album while honoring its timeless spirit.

comedy

Avenel Performing Arts Center presents Rich Francese's Italian American Comedy All Stars on Saturday


(AVENEL, NJ) -- Avenel Performing Arts Center presents Rich Francese's Italian American Comedy All Stars on Saturday, September 26, 2026 at 8:00pm. This is a fast paced, unpredictable, and hysterically funny show. Featuring the best Italian American comedians in the country!

Broadway Theatre of Pitman presents Comedy Night with Jonathan van Halem on October 1st


(PITMAN, NJ) -- Broadway Theatre of Pitman presents a Comedy Night with Jonathan van Halem on Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 7:30pm. Special guest Kirsten Michelle Cills will open the night.

film

Film Review - "Bad Apples"


The school classroom is a microcosm of society. It requires a strong leader in a teacher who can ensure everyone is pulling in the same direction. All it takes is one bad apple to disrupt the whole system. When I think back to my school days there were some teachers who knew exactly how to make us behave, and others who simply weren't cut out for the job. The latter's classes were anarchic, with half the class time devoted to trying to corral the little monsters who recognised weakness in their teachers. The sad thing is, most of these teachers would probably have been perfectly good teachers if they were allowed to simply teach rather than having to play a psychological cat and mouse game with budding sociopaths.

dance

StocktonPAC presents ODC/Dance - Dance Company Residency on October 9th


(GALLOWAY, NJ) -- Stockton Performing Arts Center presents a performance by ODC/Dance - Dance Company Residency on Friday, October 9, 2026 at 7:30pm. ODC is dedicated to the lifecycle of the artistic process. Through their company, school and theater, they aim to inspire audiences, cultivate artists, engage community, and foster diversity and inclusion through dance.

art

Clement's Place hosts City in Notes: A Community Mural-Making Event on September 29th


(NEWARK, NJ) -- How does jazz make you feel? What does it help you see? You’re invited to explore the connection between jazz, legacy, emotion and color at a special community workshop, where everyone can take part in the creation of a new mural that will be installed in the Cooperman Family Arts Education and Community Center on NJPAC's campus when it opens in 2027. The event takes place at Clement's Place on Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at 6:30pm.

books

Get a Fresh Take on Italian Classics with Food Network Star Joe Sasto on October 6th


(TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- It's time to ditch the same boring recipes and bring big, playful creativity back into your kitchen! Join Top Chef finalist, Food Network star, and author Joe Sasto to explore his bestselling cookbook Breaking the Rules: A Fresh Take on Italian Classics in a virtual discussion on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, presented by the Ocean County Library. The event begins at 2:00pm.

community

Events This Week in New Jersey from September 23-29, 2026


Here is a look at upcoming events taking place from September 23-29, 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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