Jersey Arts Podcast: Kathryn Grody's Unexpected 3rd Act

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Jersey Arts Podcast: Kathryn Grody's Unexpected 3rd Act

by Maddie Orton, JerseyArts.com originally published: 10/02/2026

It’s in the third act of a three-act story structure when everything comes to a head. The plot builds to its peak, the characters demonstrate development, and the audience/reader/listener experiences the story’s climax—and maybe even a moral.

If the third act is the culmination of everything leading up to it, then the third act of Kathryn Grody’s life has been a wild one. The 2-time Obie Award-winning actor, mother, grandmother, and wife of actor Mandy Patinkin, found new recognition in 2020 when her son posted a video of her and Patinkin that earned them a new overnight fan base. From that viral success developed the family’s Don't Listen to Us podcast, a TV pilot, and a one-woman show written and performed by Grody called The Unexpected 3rd—coming to George Street Playhouse October 13 through November 1st, 2026.

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The Outcrops (Matinee Show)

Sunday, October 11, 2026
@ 3:00pm
Lizzie Rose Music Room
Tuckerton, NJ

This matinee performance will mark the return of The Outcrops to the Lizzie Rose Music Room. Their debut at the Lizzie Rose last year showcased a band that had all the ingredients to be something special. Their return will prove that they have continued to elevate their game and will deliver a stellar evening of jams. The addition of a keyboard player fills up their arrangements and adds a whole new dimension to their sound. They deliver a perfect mix of songs from their new album and some very cool covers. To expound on that thought a bit, they usually drop the iconic jam "Sissy Strut" by proving they can get down with the funk.

Buena

Buena Vista Orchestra

Sunday, October 11, 2026
@ 7:00pm
Mayo Performing Arts Center
Morristown, NJ

THE BUENA VISTA ORCHESTRA (sometimes referred to as The Buena Vista Social Orchestra, Orquesta Buena Vista, etc) is the world’s foremost Cuban music repertory ensemble – featuring a revolving lineup of musicians from groups like The Buena Vista Social Club, AfroCuban All Stars, the bands of Celia Cruz, Omara Portuondo, Chucho Valdés, Willie Colon & more!

A Beat of Our Own

There are multiple performances including:

Sunday, October 11, 2026
@ 2:00pm
McCarter Theatre Center (Matthews Theatre)
Princeton, NJ

From the Tony Award-winning producers of Hadestown comes A Beat of Our Own — a brand-new musical comedy that pulls you straight into the pulsating rhythms, kaleidoscopic colors and raw energy of competitive bhangra dance.

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Crossing

Crossing Over with Psychic Medium John Edward

Sunday, October 11, 2026
@ 2:00pm
Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center
Carteret, NJ

John Edward is one of the world’s most sought-after psychic mediums, author of several critically acclaimed New York Times best-sellers and star of TV’s “Crossing Over With John Edward”. This is your chance to be part of a live audience with John Edward. There will be interactive Q&A sessions and messages from the other side where John will connect with family, friends and pets who have crossed over. Don’t miss this intimate event with John Edward.

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James Maddock

Sunday, October 11, 2026
@ 7:30pm
Outpost In The Burbs
Montclair, NJ

James Maddock’s status as a fixture on the Folk and Americana scene is confirmed with every listen of any song in his prodigious catalog. Relix Magazine put it this way: “James Maddock possesses the kind of lived-in craggy voice that would sound authoritative if he were singing the sports pages. Fortunately, he doesn't need to do that because his compositional skills are a match for his delivery."

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The Players Guild of Leonia to hold auditions for "Steel Magnolias"

The Players Guild of Leonia to hold auditions for "Steel Magnolias"

(LEONIA, NJ) -- The Players Guild of Leonia will hold auditions for Steel Magnolias on Sunday, October 11 from 6:00pm–8:00pm and Monday, October 12, 2026 from 7:00pm–9:00pm. The first round will consist of monologues. Audition sides for callbacks will be provided at the monologue auditions. The theater is located at 130 Grand Ave in Leonia, New Jersey.

Albert Music Hall to Celebrate Fall with Annual Harvest Hootenanny on Sunday

Albert Music Hall to Celebrate Fall with Annual Harvest Hootenanny on Sunday

(WARETOWN, NJ) -- Albert Music Hall will celebrate the fall season with its annual Harvest Hootenanny on Sunday, October 11, 2026, bringing an afternoon of Country, Folk, Bluegrass and more to the Jersey Pines. Doors open at 1:00pm with music beginning at 2:00pm.

The Vogel presents Straight to Hell: The Clash Tribute on Sunday

The Vogel presents Straight to Hell: The Clash Tribute on Sunday

(RED BANK, NJ) -- Straight to Hell: The Clash Tribute will perform at The Vogel on Sunday, October 11, 2026 at 7:00pm. Here's your chance to hear some of the best punk rock songs in history live on stage.

William Paterson University

William Paterson University's Jazz Room Series presents Bill Charlap, Christian McBride, Kenny Washington Supertrio on Sunday

(WAYNE, NJ) -- William Paterson University's Jazz Room Series presents Bill Charlap, Christian McBride, Kenny Washington Supertrio on Sunday, October 11, 2026 at the Shea Center for Performing Arts. Showtime is 3:00pm.

The LoLo Show explores the intersection of family and media

The LoLo Show explores the intersection of family and media

A politically outspoken radio commentator. A burlesque performer known as the Cajun Queen. A daughter questioning what she carries forward from both. The LoLo Show brings together a unique Philadelphia family story to explore how the families that shape us can also leave us searching for who we want to become.

Casey Webb to Host the 3rd Annual Ruth Stage Invitational in Lawrenceville

Casey Webb to Host the 3rd Annual Ruth Stage Invitational in Lawrenceville

(LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ) -- Forget everything you think you know about a charity golf outing. Casey Webb, host of Travel Channel's hit series "Man v. Food," is coming to the golf course.

The New Jersey Play Lab presents All Exits! - A statewide play reading series

The New Jersey Play Lab presents All Exits! - A statewide play reading series

The New Jersey Play Lab presents All Exits! - A statewide play reading series which will take place in Cape May, Beach Haven, and Milford from October to November 2026.

SOHO International Film Festival to World Premiere "Jesus Land" on October 12th

SOHO International Film Festival to World Premiere "Jesus Land" on October 12th

(NEW YORK, NY) -- Jesus Land, written and directed by Saila Kariat, will have its World Premiere on Monday, October 12, 2026 at the 2026 SOHO International Film Festival (SIFFNYC). The film, which stars Juliette Lewis and Ella Anderson, will screen as the Closing Night film at Regal Union Square Theater 12 as the festival heads into its October 13 Awards Gala. Showtime is 8:30pm.

Lace and Lee Find Their Sound Through Friendship, Storytelling and a Little Bit of Magic

Lace and Lee Find Their Sound Through Friendship, Storytelling and a Little Bit of Magic

Indie-folk duo Lace and Lee are in the middle of another run supporting Five For Fighting while preparing for the release of their debut EP, Mirror Mirror, due November 27, 2026.

Jersey Arts Podcast: Kathryn Grody

Jersey Arts Podcast: Kathryn Grody's Unexpected 3rd Act

It's in the third act of a three-act story structure when everything comes to a head. The plot builds to its peak, the characters demonstrate development, and the audience/reader/listener experiences the story's climax—and maybe even a moral.

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