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McCarter's "A Beat Of Our Own" Is Available for Streaming Until November 8th. (PRINCETON, NJ) -- For a limited time, McCarter Theatre is offering the opportunity to stream McCarter's presentation of A Beat of Our Own wherever you are! Exclusive at-home, non-transferable streaming access to this high-definition film of the production, produced and filmed in Princeton, NJ, is available now through Monday, November 8 at 12:00pm. Streaming must be completed by Tuesday, November 9, 2026 at 12:00pm.
George Street Playhouse presents "The Unexpected 3rd" (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- George Street Playhouse presents The Unexpected 3rd, written by and starring Kathryn Grody (A Mom's Life), and directed by Timothy Near (A Doll's House, Part 2). Previews begin October 13, 2026, at the New Brunswick Performing Arts Center with opening night set for October 16, for a run through November 1, 2026.
Tuesday, October 27 - Grunin Center for the Arts presents Haunted Illusions starring David Caserta. (TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- Grunin Center for the Arts presents Haunted Illusions starring David Caserta on Sunday, November 1, 2026 at 7:00pm. A limited number of tickets are still available.
Wednesday, October 28 - State Theatre New Jersey presents Who Live Anyway?. (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents Whose Live Anyway? on Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at 7:30pm. This is 90 minutes of hilarious improvised comedy and song all based on audience suggestions.
Thursday, October 29 - State Theatre New Jersey presents Netflix Special Taping of Aziz Ansari: Hypothetical Tour. (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents a Netflix Special Taping of the new show, Aziz Ansari: Hypothetical Tour on Thursday, October 29, 2026 with performances at 7:00pm & 9:30pm. Tickets are $40.
McCarter Theatre Center presents a Week of Music and Dance with Mariza, Cecile McLorin Salvant, London City Ballet, and Suzanne Vega. (PRINCETON, NJ) -- From the music of Portugal to jazz, contemporary ballet, and some of the most recognizable songs in contemporary songwriting, McCarter Theatre Center welcomes four distinctive performances in early November: Mariza, Cécile McLorin Salvant, London City Ballet, and Suzanne Vega.
Thursday, October 29 - MPAC presents The Mavericks. (MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) presents The Mavericks on Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 8:00pm. A limited number of tickets remain available.
Friday, October 30 - State Theatre New Jersey presents Get the Led Out. (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents Get The Led Out on Friday, October 30, 2026 at 8:00pm. From bombastic and epic to the folky and mystical, Get The Led Out (GTLO) have captured the essence of the recorded music of Led Zeppelin and brought it to the concert stage. The Philadelphia-based group consists of six veteran musicians intent on delivering.
Friday, October 30 - The Lizzie Rose Halloween Spectacular. (TUCKERTON, NJ) -- On Friday, October 30, 2026, Lizzie Rose Music Room presents a Halloween Spectacular show with a Costume Contest, and Halloween music by The Wag. Are you looking for something fun to do this Halloween? You just found it! Showtime is 7:30pm.
Friday, October 30 - Outpost in the Burbs presents Suzanne Vega. (MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Outpost in the Burbs presents Suzanne Vega on Friday, October 30, 2026 at 8:00pm. Vega brings her Flying with Angels Tour 2026 to Montclair - a special show that will appeal to long-time fans.
Friday, October 30 - NJPAC presents a night of comedy with Jon Bramnick and special guest Vinnie Brand. (NEWARK, NJ) -- New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents a night of comedy with Jon Bramnick and special guest Vinnie Brand on Friday, October 30, 2026 at 7:30pm in the Victoria Theater.
Saturday, October 31 - Willie Nile to perform special "Storyteller" show at Jersey Shore Arts Center. (OCEAN GROVE, NJ) -- Beloved singer/songwriter/rocker Willie Nile will perform a special solo "Storyteller" show at Jersey Shore Arts Center in Ocean Grove on Saturday, October 31, 2026 at 8:00pm. Local favorite Robinson Treacher will open the show. The show marks the kickoff of the third season of Split Level Concerts at the Arts Center. The concert series highlights renowned Americana and contemporary folk musicians in a uniquely intimate setting.
Sunday, November 1 - Ted Chubb Quintet at NJ Jazz Society's Jersey Jazz LIVE!. In 2020, trumpeter Ted Chubb and his wife, Rachel Ryl, purchased The Statuary, a former sculpture factory in Jersey City, and converted it into a jazz club. Five years later, Chubb's quintet recorded an album, Live at the Statuary, which was released in May of this year by Circle 9 Records
Sunday, November 1 - State Theatre New Jersey presents Ballet Hispánico New York. (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents Ballet Hispánico New York in CARMEN.maquia on Sunday, November 1, 2026 at 3:00pm. This is a striking reinterpretation of Bizet's opera that blends ballet, flamenco, and contemporary movement into a powerful meditation on identity, passion, and defiance.
Wednesday, October 28 - Reagan Richards presents "Good Morning, Heartache" at Avenel PAC. (AVENEL, NJ) -- Singer-songwriter Reagan Richards of the Asbury Park country duo, Williams Honor, stars in her own solo show, "Good Morning, Heartache" : Torch Songs and Timeless Standards from the Great American Songbook on Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Avenel Performing Arts Center. Showtime is 7:30pm.
Friday, October 30 - Songwriters in the Pines Returns to Albert Music Hall. (WARETOWN, NJ) -- Albert Music Hall will once again celebrate the creativity of local and regional songwriters on Friday, October 30, 2026, with another installment of its Songwriters in the Pines Series. The evening will feature a diverse lineup of performers sharing their original music and some of the stories that inspire it. The audience can discover new artists, enjoy a variety of musical styles, and experience the region's songwriting talent in a unique and welcoming atmosphere. Showtime is 7:00pm.
Friday, October 30 - Levoy Theatre presents Broken Arrow - A Tribute to Neil Young. (MILLVILLE, NJ) -- The Levoy Theatre presents Broken Arrow - A Tribute to Neil Young on Friday, October 30, 2026. Doors open at 7:00pm, showtime is 8:00pm.
Sunday, November 1 - Arts Council of Bradley Beach Presents "Sea & Sky Songwriters Acoustic Afternoon" at Erratic Fermentations Brewery. (BRADLEY BEACH, NJ) -- The Arts Council of Bradley Beach invites music lovers and community members to a special Sea & Sky Songwriters Acoustic Afternoon on Sunday, November 1, 2026 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. The live acoustic event will be hosted at Erratic Fermentations Brewery (714 Main Street) in Bradley Beach.
Arden Theatre Company presents "Topdog/Underdog". (PHILADELPHIA, PA) -- Philadelphia-based Arden Theatre Company continues its 2026/27 Mainstage Season with Suzan-Lori Parks' Pulitzer Prize- winning play Topdog/Underdog, a gripping two-person drama exploring brotherhood, rivalry, survival, and the ties that bind families together. Directed by three-time Barrymore Award-winning artist Amina Robinson and co-produced with People's Light, Topdog/Underdog starts its run on the Arden's Arcadia stage on October 29, with opening night on November 4, and performances running through December 13, 2026.
Seton Hall Theatre presents "Twelfth Night" at SOPAC. (SOUTH ORANGE, NJ) -- Seton Hall Theatre presents William Shakespeare's Twelfth Night from October 29 to November 1, 2026 at South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC). The production is directed by Stephanie ila Silver-Silberstein.
Two River Theater presents "Stir" by Melinda Lopez & Joel Perez. (RED BANK, NJ) -- Two River Theater presents Stir by Melinda Lopez & Joel Perez from October 31 to November 22, 2026. Join them in the kitchen as two siblings piece together their mother's beloved black bean recipe. Secrets simmer and memories are on the menu as they reconnect from across the country.
Women+ on the Edge of Democracy presents a play reading evening on November 2nd. (SUMMIT, NJ) -- Women+ on the Edge of Democracy presents a play reading to foster community and conversation on Monday, November 2, 2026 at St. John's Lutheran Church in Summit. The event, which begins at 7:00pm, is co-sponsored by St John’s Lutheran Church, Interweave, and Vivid Stage. Admission is free, but registration is required.
Thursday, October 29 - The Broadway Theatre of Pitman presents Psycho with Jamie Wolf. (PITMAN, NJ) -- The Broadway Theatre of Pitman presents Psycho with Jamie Wolf on Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 7:30pm. The lineup also includes special guests Tyler Wolf and Chris Aileo.
Thursday, October 29 - Atlantic City Ballet to make Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Debut with "Dracula". (ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- For the first time, Atlantic City Ballet's Dracula comes to Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City on Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Sound Waves. The performance welcomes audiences ages five and older for a wickedly unforgettable start to Halloween weekend. Guests are invited to dress up and enter the costume contest, with prizes awarded at the show. Showtime is 7:00pm.
Friday, October 30 - bergenPAC presents a screening of "The Blair Witch Project" and special Q&A about the making of the film. (ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) presents a screening of The Blair Witch Project on Friday, October 30, 2026 at 7:00pm. The film will be followed by a Q&A with Heather Donahue, Joshua Leonard, and Michael C. Williams.
Saturday, October 31 - Bergen County Players Announces Halloween Night Extravaganza and Post-Show Talkback with Co-Writer Steve Rosen. (ORADELL, NJ) -- As anticipation builds for its upcoming Halloween season production, Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors, Bergen County Players (BCP) is turning Halloween Weekend into Oradell's premiere late-night destination with two special events for adults looking to trade in front-porch frights for bites after twilight. On Saturday, October 31, once the neighborhood trick-or-treating wraps up, BCP will host a special Halloween Night Bash: "Bites, Frights & Prize Night" for those attending the show (doors open at 7:30pm) followed on Sunday, November 1st by an exclusive post-Dracula talkback with the show’s celebrated actor, writer, co-creator Steve Rosen.
Sunday, November 1 - The Vogel hosts a Dia de los Muertos Celebration. (RED BANK, NJ) -- The Vogel hosts a Dia de los Muertos Celebration on Sunday, November 1, 2026. Doors open at 4:00pm, showtime is 5:00pm. Celebrate Día de los Muertos, also known as the Day of the Dead—a vibrant celebration of life and remembrance.
Monday, November 2 - American Theater Group to present WE ARE Concert presentation. (UNION, NJ) -- American Theater Group (ATG), led by Producing Artistic Director Charlotte Cohn, will present a one-night concert event of WE ARE -- a contemporary musical feature about identity, family, love, and America's complicated Civil Rights legacy — on Monday, November 2, 2026 at the DMK Black Box Theater in Union. The concert will feature Tony Award-winner Lillias White (Hadestown, The Life, Fela!) as well as Tony Award-nominee Christiani Pitts (Two Strangers Carry a Cake Across New York). Showtime is 7:30pm.
Thursday, October 29 - Kean University Welcomes New York Times Bestselling Author and Animal Advocate Isabel Klee on October 29th for President's Distinguished Lecture Series. (UNION, NJ) -- New York Times bestselling author Isabel Klee will discuss her journey as a writer and animal welfare advocate at Kean University on Thursday, October 29, 2026, as part of the President's Distinguished Lecture Series. The event, which is open to the public, will offer insights into the connections between compassion, community engagement and storytelling. The event begins at 4:30pm.
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Tuesday, October 27 @ 7:00pm - Mariachi Herencia de Mexico at Grunin Center - Main Stage, 1 College Drive, Toms River
Tuesday, October 27 @ 7:30pm - Music Faculty Showcase - A Romantic Adventure at Kean Stage - Enlow Recital Hall, 215 North Avenue, Hillside
Wednesday, October 28 @ 7:30pm - Whose Live Anyway? at State Theatre New Jersey, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Wednesday, October 28 @ 7:30pm - George Street Playhouse presents The Unexpected 3rd at New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC), 11 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Wednesday, October 28 @ 8:00pm - Hablando Huevadas at NJPAC - Prudential Hall, 1 Center Street, Newark
Thursday, October 29 @ 2:00pm - George Street Playhouse presents The Unexpected 3rd at New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC), 11 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Thursday, October 29 @ 4:30pm - Isabel Klee at Kean Stage - NAAB Auditorium, 1000 Morris Avenue, Union
Thursday, October 29 @ 7:00pm - Aziz Ansari: Hypothetical Tour at State Theatre New Jersey, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Thursday, October 29 @ 7:30pm - Mariza at McCarter Theatre Center (Matthews Theatre), 91 University Place, Princeton
Thursday, October 29 @ 7:30pm - George Street Playhouse presents The Unexpected 3rd at New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC), 11 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Thursday, October 29 @ 8:00pm - The Mavericks & Friends at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown
Thursday, October 29 @ 8:30am - Real talk: a conversation with Governor Chris Christie at NJPAC - Chase Room, 1 Center Street, Newark
Thursday, October 29 @ 9:30pm - Aziz Ansari: Hypothetical Tour at State Theatre New Jersey, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Friday, October 30 @ 2:00pm - George Street Playhouse presents The Unexpected 3rd at New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC), 11 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Friday, October 30 @ 6:00pm - halloween harvest night at NJPAC - Chambers Plaza, 1 Center Street, Newark
Friday, October 30 @ 7:00pm - Stephen King 35mm Double Feature: Carrie and Pet Sematary at Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) - Main Stage, 1601 Irving Street, Rahway
Friday, October 30 @ 7:30pm - The Lizzie Rose Halloween Spectacular, Costume Contest, and Movie Night, featuring Halloween music by The Wag at Lizzie Rose Music Room, 217 E. Main Street, Tuckerton
Friday, October 30 @ 7:30pm - Jon Bramnick with special guest Vinnie Brand at NJPAC - Victoria Theater, 1 Center Street, Newark
Friday, October 30 @ 8:00pm - Get The Led Out at State Theatre New Jersey, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Friday, October 30 @ 8:00pm - Zoso: The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown
Friday, October 30 @ 8:00pm - Suzanne Vega - Flying With Angels at Outpost In The Burbs, 40 S Fullerton Ave, Montclair
Friday, October 30 @ 8:00pm - Eva Ayllon with special guest Daniela Darcourt: Reunion Tour at NJPAC - Prudential Hall, 1 Center Street, Newark
Saturday, October 31 @ 2:00pm - George Street Playhouse presents The Unexpected 3rd at New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC), 11 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Saturday, October 31 @ 5:00pm - A-Diamond Entertainment presents Man of the House at New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC), 11 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Saturday, October 31 @ 7:30pm - Coyote Jack Review at Lizzie Rose Music Room, 217 E. Main Street, Tuckerton
Saturday, October 31 @ 7:30pm - George Street Playhouse presents The Unexpected 3rd at New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC), 11 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Saturday, October 31 @ 7:30pm - The Rocky Horror Picture Show at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown
Sunday, November 1 @ 2:00pm - George Street Playhouse presents The Unexpected 3rd at New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC), 11 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Sunday, November 1 @ 3:00pm - America At 250 at Algonquin Arts Theatre, 60 Abe Voorhees Drive, Manasquan
Sunday, November 1 @ 3:00pm - Ballet Hispanico New York at State Theatre New Jersey, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Sunday, November 1 @ 6:00pm - Cécile McLorin Salvant at McCarter Theatre Center (Matthews Theatre), 91 University Place, Princeton
Sunday, November 1 @ 7:00pm - Haunted Illusions starring David Caserta at Grunin Center - Main Stage, 1 College Drive, Toms River
Monday, November 2 @ 7:30pm - Drew Forum Presents: Michael Douglas at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown
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Tuesday, October 27, 2026
@ 7:00pm
Grunin Center - Main Stage
Toms River, NJ
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
@ 7:30pm
Kean Stage - Enlow Recital Hall
Hillside, NJ
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
@ 7:30pm
State Theatre New Jersey
New Brunswick, NJ
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
@ 7:30pm
New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC)
New Brunswick, NJ
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
@ 8:00pm
NJPAC - Prudential Hall
Newark, NJ
