State Theatre New Jersey presents The Temptations & The Four Tops

Published by New Jersey Stage
originally published: 10/08/2026

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents The Temptations & The Four Tops on Sunday, October 18, 2026 at 6:30pm. Two legendary Motown groups share the stage for one unforgettable night of timeless hits, smooth harmonies, and classic soul.

Featuring all the hits, The Temptations perform favorites like "My Girl" and "Just My Imagination (Running Away with Me)," alongside The Four Tops' classics "Reach Out I'll Be There" and "I Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch)," in a celebration of the music that continues to inspire generations of fans.

The Temptations, often referred to as American music royalty, are world-renowned superstars of entertainment, celebrated for their phenomenal musical catalog and enduring influence on popular culture. Led by founding member Dr. Otis Williams, the legendary group continues to captivate audiences with timeless hits including "My Girl," "Just My Imagination (Running Away with Me)," "Ain't Too Proud to Beg," and "Papa Was a Rollin' Stone."

Ranked No. 1 on Billboard's list of the "Greatest R&B/Hip-Hop Artists of All Time," The Temptations have also been named among Rolling Stone's "100 Greatest Artists of All Time." Their remarkable story inspired the hit Broadway musical Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of The Temptations, which earned 12 Tony® nominations and won the Tony® Award for Best Choreography. Decades after redefining soul and R&B music, The Temptations continue to bring their signature harmonies, iconic choreography, and unforgettable songs to fans around the globe.

The Four Tops - One of the most legendary vocal groups in music history, The Four Tops have spent more than seven decades creating timeless music that continues to resonate across generations. From their rise at Motown in the 1960s to worldwide acclaim, the group's unmistakable harmonies and soulful sound helped define an era of American music.

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With classic hits including "I Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch)," "Reach Out I'll Be There," "Baby I Need Your Loving," "Bernadette," and "It's the Same Old Song," The Four Tops became one of Motown's most beloved and successful groups. Their extraordinary career has earned them induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, a Grammy® Lifetime Achievement Award, and recognition by Rolling Stone among the "100 Greatest Artists of All Time."

Tickets start at $70 and are available for purchase online or by calling State Theatre Guest Services at 732-246-SHOW (7469). State Theatre Guest Services, located at 15 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick NJ, is open by phone and email only, Tuesday through Friday from 11:00am to 5:00pm. For in-person purchases, Guest Services is open Tuesday through Friday from 12:00pm to 4:30pm. Additional ticket and transaction fees may apply.

State Theatre New Jersey, a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, celebrated its 100th Anniversary after major renovations in December 2021. Originally built as a silent film and vaudeville palace, State Theatre's historic significance was honored when PBS featured it in its documentary series, Treasures of New Jersey. Having played a significant role in revitalizing New Brunswick—crowned "Jersey's Best Destination of the Year" for 2025 by Jersey's Best magazine—State Theatre resides in the heart of the city's arts district.

Today, State Theatre is the largest performing arts center in Central New Jersey and has welcomed more than six and a half million people through its doors since reopening as a nonprofit performing arts center in 1988. State Theatre New Jersey is a cornerstone of the cultural vitality of Middlesex County and averages a total economic impact on New Brunswick and the surrounding area of more than $18 million a year. The mainstage programs have included high-caliber artists such as Diana Ross, Tom Jones, Kevin Hart, Ringo Starr, Melissa Etheridge, John Leguizamo, Harry Connick, Jr., Peter Frampton, and Leanne Morgan. Program offerings include Broadway, orchestra, family, dance, comedy, rock/pop, jazz, Performances for Schools, and Sensory-Friendly Performances.

State Theatre New Jersey's programs are made possible by funds from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts. Grant funding has been provided by the Middlesex County Board of County Commissioners through a grant award from the Middlesex County Cultural and Arts Trust Fund. For information on events, go to MiddlesexCountyCulture.com.