originally published: 11/12/2024
Here is a look at upcoming shows taking place from November 12-19, 2024 along with our featured listings. New Jersey Stage offers previews of concerts throughout the Garden State as well as select shows in New York City and Philadelphia areas. Click on the title to go to the full preview. Jump to Featured Events, Event Previews, Event Listings.
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FEATURED EVENTS
Tuesday, November 12 - State Theatre New Jersey presents Paul Anka: All the Hits - His Way. (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents singer-songwriter Paul Anka: All the Hits—His Way on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 7:30pm. Tickets range from $49-$229.
Wednesday, November 13 - State Theatre New Jersey presents Dionne Warwick on November 13th. (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents Dionne Warwick on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 7:30pm. A recent inductee to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Dionne is a six-time Grammy® Award-winning music legend who has earned more than 75 charted hit songs and sold over 100 million records.
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Thursday, November 14 - The Alan Parsons Live Project: Reset and Power Back On Tour comes to bergenPAC. (ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Grammy Award Winning and Legendary Music Icon, Alan Parsons comes to Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) on Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 8:00pm with the Alan Parsons Live Project: Reset and Power Back On Tour.
Friday, November 15 - bergenPAC presents The Moody Blues' John Lodge performing Days of Future Passed. (ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) presents The Moody Blues' John Lodge performing Days of Future Passed on Friday, November 15, 2024 at 8:00pm. John Lodge, legendary bass player, songwriter and vocalist of The Moody Blues, and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, is coming to Englewood! He will play the iconic album in its entirely, plus a section of classic hits. Click here for an interview with John Lodge.
Friday, November 15 - Bell Theater presents the Matt O'Ree Band Does Led Zeppelin. (HOLMDEL, NJ) -- Bell Theater presents the Matt O'Ree Band Does Led Zeppelin on Friday, November 15, 2024. The popular Jersey band, led by Matt's unparalleled award-winning guitar playing and Eryn's soulful vocals, will open with a set of original songs followed by a set of Led Zeppelin tunes, taking fans on a ride they haven’t seen or heard since the 1970s (think Zeppelin at the Garden). Showtime is 7:00pm.
Friday, November 15 - Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Imagine Lennon Live. (TUCKERTON, NJ) -- The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Imagine Lennon Live on Friday, November 15, 2024 at 7:00pm. This Tribute is not about "what was" but rather "what would have been"!
Friday, November 15 - MPAC presents Christian Rock Band, Newsboys, on November 15th. (MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- With a decades-spanning career and a vastly impressive catalog blending different styles, genres, and even band members at times, Newsboys is a name within the Christian music space that can't be ignored. Newsboys brings their Worldwide Revival Nights Tour to Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) on Friday, November 15, 2024 at 7:00pm.
Saturday, November 16 - Outpost in the Burbs presents The Silos. (MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Outpost in the Burbs presents The Silos on Saturday, November 16, 2024 at the First Congregational Church of Montclair. June Star will open the night. Doors are at 7:30pm, showtime is 8:00pm.
Saturday, November 16 - Split Level Concerts presents Brian Dunne and Jake Thistle on November 16th. (OCEAN GROVE, NJ) -- Brian Dunne, critically acclaimed singer/songwriter and member of the popular rock band Fantastic Cat, will perform on Saturday, November 16, 2024 as part of the Split Level Concerts series at Jersey Shore Arts Center in Ocean Grove. Showtime is at 8:00pm. Jake Thistle, a New Jersey artist on the rise, will open the show.
Saturday, November 16 - State Theatre presents Rock n' Roll Doo Wop Spectacular on Saturday. (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents Rock n’ Roll Doo Wop Spectacular on Saturday, November 16, 2024 featuring Herman's Hermits starring Peter Noone, The Doo Wop Project, Bob Miranda & The Happenings, and E'Stefano DiSanto. Showtime is 7:00pm.
EVENT PREVIEWS
Tuesday, November 12 - SOPAC & Seton Hall University to Celebrate U.S. Veterans with All-Star Event on Tuesday. (SOUTH ORANGE, NJ) -- South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC) welcomes the United States Military Veteran All-Stars on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 7:30pm as part of Seton Hall University's Jazz 'n the Hall Concert Series on the SOPAC Mainstage. Presented in partnership with the Seton Hall University Arts Council, this event includes a lively program of beloved standards and patriotic tunes in tribute to U.S. veterans of every generation, through every era of combat.
Wednesday, November 13 - NJPAC presents Morrissey. (NEWARK, NJ) -- Off the back of his four sold out residency shows in Las Vegas, Morrissey announces fourteen brand new North American shows for the fall and includes a performance at New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 8:00pm.
Wednesday, November 13 - The Newton Theatre presents Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives. (NEWTON, NJ)-- The Newton Theatre presents Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 8:00pm.
Thursday, November 14 - NJPAC presents a Tribute to Funk Featuring appearances by Bilal, Nona Hendryx, Christian McBride, Savion Glover, Vernon Reid, George Clinton and more!. (NEWARK, NJ) -- Experience the electrifying TD Moody Jazz Festival at the renowned New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) with an unforgettable Tribute to Funk on Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 7:30pm. Don't miss the opportunity to dance the night away to the incredible sounds of Funk legends George Clinton, Bilal, Nona Hendryx, Christian McBride, Savion Glover, and Vernon Reid, all under the expert musical direction of Ray Chew.
Thursday, November 14 - Senses Fail and Saves the Day to Offer Livestream of November 14th Concert. (MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Rock band Senses Fail is thrilled to hitting the road this fall with fellow New Jersey act Saves The Day for the iconic New Jersey Vs. The World Tour. A celebration of all things NJ, the two bands will be playing seminal records – Let It Enfold You and Through Being Cool, respectively – in full. The tour kicks off on November 5th in Austin, with stops to follow in Orlando, Philadelphia, Chicago, Seattle, Los Angeles, and more. Additionally, the bands will be teaming up with Veeps to livestream their hometown show on Thursday, November 14, 2024 from the Wellmont Theater in Montclair.
Friday, November 15 - Hank Azaria & The EZ Street Band to Perform at The Stone Pony. (ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- Six-time Emmy Award winner, Screen Actors Guild Award winner, and Tony Award nominee Hank Azaria will bring his Bruce Springsteen Tribute, Hank Azaria & The EZ Street Band, to the Stone Pony on Friday, November 15, 2024. Showtime is 7:00pm.
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Friday, November 15 - AMERICA to Play Two Shows at Scottish Rite Auditorium. (COLLINGSWOOD, NJ) -- The iconic multi-platinum-selling group AMERICA are celebrating their 54th anniversary with a series of national tour dates in 2024. Billed as the "Ride On Tour 2024," the tour comes to the Scottish Rite Auditorium November 15-16, 2024 with shows at 8:00pm each night. Known for their timeless magic and powerful performances, the Grammy Award-winning perennial classic-rock favorite will draw on their deep catalog of hits including signature song "A Horse With No Name," a Number One smash on Billboard's Hot 100 in 1972.
Friday, November 15 - The Princeton Folk Music Society presents Mustard's Retreat on November 15th. (PRINCETON, NJ) -- The Princeton Folk Music Society presents an evening of joyful and uplifting songs and stories with Mustard's Retreat on Friday, November 15, 2024 at Christ Congregation Church. Since they first got together in Ann Arbor Michigan in 1975, Mustard's Retreat (David Tamulovich and Libby Glover) have been delighting audiences with their songs and stories. Showtime is 8:00pm.
Saturday, November 16 - The Newton Theatre presents guitar legend Yngwie Malmsteen. (NEWTON, NJ) -- The Newton Theatre presents guitar legend Yngwie J. Malmsteen on Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 8:00pm. Malmsteen's career has spanned over 40 years with over twenty albums to his name.
Saturday, November 16 - RVCC Theatre presents Trout Fishing in America on November 16th. (BRANCHBURG, NJ) -- The Theatre at Raritan Valley Community College in Branchburg will present a concert by the musical duo Trout Fishing in America on Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 2:00pm. The performance is part of the Theatre's Family Matinee series, designed for children and young teens and their families.
Saturday, November 16 - New Jersey Youth Chorus Hosts Voices of Joy Choral Festival on November 16th. (MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Wharton Arts, New Jersey's largest not-for-profit community performing arts education organization, announced that the New Jersey Youth Chorus (NJYC) will host the Voices of Joy Choral Festival on Saturday, November 16, 2024 at Dolan Hall, Annunciation Center at Saint Elizabeth University in Morristown.
Saturday, November 16 - The Carnegie Club presents 20th Anniversary of Sinatra Saturdays. (NEW YORK, NY) -- The Carnegie Club, New York’s most sophisticated cigar lounge, is pleased to celebrate the 20th anniversary of its Sinatra Saturdays starring Steven Maglio, with The Stan Rubin Orchestra. The anniversary shows are set for Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 8:00pm and 10:30pm.
Saturday, November 16 - Albert Music Hall continues 50th Anniversary Celebrations with Annual Homeplace Show on Saturday. (WARETOWN, NJ) -- On Saturday, November 16, 2024, Albert Music Hall will continue its year-long celebration of its 50th Anniversary with its annual Homeplace Show. This special event honors the timeless sounds of the Jersey Pines and pays tribute to the musical roots that inspired the creation of the Hall.
Sunday, November 17 - The Newton Theatre presents Melvin Seals & JGB. (NEWTON, NJ) -- Melvin Seals & JGB come to The Newton Theatre on Sunday, November 17, 2024 at 7:00pm. Melvin and JGB bring an intuitive, expressive style, soul, spontaneity and remarkable chops to the table.
Sunday, November 17 - NJPAC presents drummer Cindy Blackman Santana. (NEWARK, NJ) -- Jazz Rocker, Cindy Blackman Santana, an accomplished and versatile drummer known for her technical skills, creative improvisation, and expressive style, will be performing at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on Sunday, November 17, 2024 at 3:00pm.
Sunday, November 17 - Mile Square Theatre presents Taylor Made: A Live Tribute to Taylor Swift. (HOBOKEN, NJ) -- Mile Square Theatre presents the return of Taylor Made: A Live Tribute to Taylor Swift on Sunday, November 17, 2024. Performances take place at 12:30pm & 2:30pm. Vibe out to Taylor's greatest hits in MST's intimate space.
EVENT LISTINGS
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Tuesday, November 12 @ 7:30pm - Paul Anka: All the Hits - His Way at State Theatre New Jersey, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Wednesday, November 13 @ 7:30pm - NYC Music Marathon & Jack Dallas presents Repertoire 2024 at Divinity Hall @ Centennial AME Zion Church, 5 Lewis Place, Closter
Wednesday, November 13 @ 7:30pm - Jesse Cook at The Vogel, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank
Wednesday, November 13 @ 7:30pm - Dionne Warwick at State Theatre New Jersey, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Wednesday, November 13 @ 7:30pm - Ben Folds: Paper Airplane Request Tour at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown
Thursday, November 14 @ 7:30pm - Josh Turner: The Greatest Hits Tour at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown
Thursday, November 14 @ 8:00pm - The Alan Parsons Live Project: Reset and Power Back On Tour at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood
Friday, November 15 @ 7:00pm - Newsboys: Worldwide Revival Nights at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown
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Friday, November 15 @ 7:00pm - The Matt O’Ree Band Does Led Zepplin at Bell Theater, 101 Crawfords Corner Road, Holmdel
Friday, November 15 @ 7:30pm - IMAGINE LENNON LIVE at Lizzie Rose Music Room, 217 E. Main Street, Tuckerton
Friday, November 15 @ 8:00pm - The Moody Blues’ John Lodge Performs Days of Future Passed at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood
Friday, November 15 @ 8:00pm - RAEL – The Music Of Genesis at The Vogel, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank
Saturday, November 16 @ 7:00pm - Rock 'N Roll Doo Wop Spectacular at State Theatre New Jersey, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Saturday, November 16 @ 7:30pm - Jax Hollow at Lizzie Rose Music Room, 217 E. Main Street, Tuckerton
Saturday, November 16 @ 8:00pm - The Eras Party: A Taylor Swift-Inspired Dance Party at The Vogel, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank
Saturday, November 16 @ 8:00pm - The Silos at Outpost In The Burbs, 40 S Fullerton Ave, Montclair
Saturday, November 16 @ 8:00pm - Will Downing at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood
Saturday, November 16 @ 8:00pm - Hallelujah! The Songs of Leonard Cohen at Bell Theater, 101 Crawfords Corner Road, Holmdel
Sunday, November 17 @ 12:00pm - The Rock and Roll Playhouse: Dave Matthews Band for Kids at The Vogel, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank
Sunday, November 17 @ 3:00pm - New York Voices Farewell Tour with the William Paterson Jazz Orchestra at William Paterson University - Shea Auditorium, 300 Pompton Rd, Wayne
Sunday, November 17 @ 7:00pm - Leo Kottke at The Vogel, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank
Tuesday, November 19 @ 7:30pm - WP Voice Song Evening - Canadian Songs at William Paterson University - Shea Recital Hall 101, 300 Pompton Rd, Wayne
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