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New Jersey Stage: Daily Edition 10-28-26

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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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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.

This Week in Theatre: Previews for Plays Taking Place October 27 to November 2, 2026

Here are previews of plays taking place from October 27 to November 2, 2026 including a look at productions currently being presented and those coming soon. New Jersey Stage covers Equity, community, college, and high school theatre. Check back every week for the weekly theatre preview.

Centenary Stage Company's Fringe Festival presents "Ghost Dance: Picture of a Madman"

(HACKETTSTOWN, NJ) -- Centenary Stage Company's Fringe Festival continues with Ghost Dance: Picture of a Madman, a captivating one-woman play written and performed by Erica Knight. Running November 12–15, 2026, in the Kutz Theatre at the Lackland Performing Arts Center on the campus of Centenary University. The production explores the turbulent life and legacy of Ralph Albert Blakelock, one of America's most celebrated yet tragically overlooked nineteenth-century painters.

Surflight Theatre presents Irving Berlin's "Holiday Inn"

(BEACH HAVEN, NJ) -- Surflight Theatre presents Irving Berlin's Holiday Inn from November 28 through December 20, 2026. The beloved film classic comes to the stage in a charming crowd-pleaser featuring one glorious Irving Berlin number after another, each celebrating a different festivity.

Villagers Theatre presents "The Last Days of Judas Iscariot"

(SOMERSET, NJ) -- Villagers Theatre presents The Last Days of Judas Iscariot in The Andrew Russoniello Black Box weekends from November 13-21, 2026. Set in a time-bending, darkly comic world between heaven and hell, the play reexamines the plight and fate of the New Testament’s most infamous and unexplained sinner.

The Barn Theatre presents Roald Dahl's "Matilda, the Musical"

(MONTVILLE, NJ) -- The Barn Theatre presents Roald Dahl's Matilda, the Musical weekends from November 13 to December 5, 2026. The story of an extraordinary girl who dares to take a stand and change her own destiny.

A Work of Heart Productions presents "The Wedding Singer" at Porta

(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- A Work of Heart Productions presents The Wedding Singer at Porta in Montclair from November 19-21, 2026. Enjoy a themed cocktail and dinner while experiencing a LIVE production of the popular play based on the hit film, featuring an incredible cast and live rock band!

music

This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from October 27 to November 2, 2026

Here is a look at shows taking place from October 27 to November 2, 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.

Roy's Hall to Host Peter Karp Record Release Show on November 6th

(BLAIRSTOWN, NJ) -- Roy's Hall will host a special concert by Peter Karp on Friday, November 6, 2026 at 8:00pm. Peter will be celebrating the release of his latest album, Jersey Town.

Levoy Theatre presents Broken Arrow - A Tribute to Neil Young on Friday

(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.

MPAC presents The Mavericks on Thursday

(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.

Outpost in the Burbs presents Suzanne Vega on Friday

(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.

State Theatre New Jersey Hosted Classical Season Celebration to Support Year-Round Music & Education Programs

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey celebrated the power of classical performance with the annual Classical Season Celebration on October 15, 2026. The intimate candlelit event featured a performance by internationally acclaimed violinist Christina Bouey and award-winning pianist Yoon Lee.

Brian McKnight LIVE! at UCPAC

Spotlight Central and Love Imagery have photos and a recap of Brian McKnight at Union County Performing Arts Center in Rahway on October 17, 2026.

comedy

NJPAC presents a night of comedy with Jon Bramnick and special guest Vinnie Brand on Friday

(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.

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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.

45th Bi-Annual New Jersey Film Festival to Take Place January 22-February 21, 2027

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- The 45th Bi-Annual New Jersey Film Festival will take place between January 22-February 21, 2027. The Festival will continue in hybrid form as it has done in recent years, meaning it will be presented it online as well as with select in-person screenings at Rutgers University. Thirty-nine films will have their New Jersey or Area Premiere (Middlesex County) screenings as part of the New Jersey Film Festival and the United States Super 8 Film and Video Festival.

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Events This Week in New Jersey from October 27 to November 2, 2026

Here is a look at upcoming events taking place from October 27-November 2, 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.

Grunin Center for the Arts presents Haunted Illusions starring David Caserta on Sunday

(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.

The Vogel hosts a Dia de los Muertos Celebration on Sunday

(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.

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