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This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from September 24 to October 1, 2024

Published by New Jersey Stage

originally published: 09/24/2024


Here is a look at upcoming shows taking place from September 24 to October 1, 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

Friday, September 27 - State Theatre New Jersey presents Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons - The Last Encores. (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons – The Last Encores on Friday, September 27, 2024 at 8:00pm. The original Jersey boy himself, Frankie Valli is a true American legend. His incredible career with the Four Seasons, as well as his solo success, has spawned countless hit singles. With unforgettable tunes like "Sherry," "Walk Like A Man," "Big Girls Don't Cry," "Rag Doll," "December '63 - Oh What A Night," "Can't Take My Eyes Off of You," and of course, "Grease."




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Friday, September 27 - MPAC presents Glen Burtnik's Summer of Love Concert. (MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- The summer may have ended, but you can keep the summer vibes going with Glen Burtnik's Summer of Love Concert on Friday, September 27, 2024 at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC).  The concerts has audiences reliving the memories and celebrating the songs of the Woodstock Generation, the music that changed the world! Showtime is 7:30pm.

 

Friday, September 27 - Skye Consort and Emma Bjorling to Perform at Grunin Center on Friday. (TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- The Grunin Center for the Arts presents a performance by Skye Consort and Emma Björling on Friday, September 27, 2024 on the Grunin Center's Main Stage. Tickets are $29. Showtime is 7:00pm.

Sunday, September 29 - Swingin' Seaside Interview Event Spotlights Sinatra Scholar Chuck Granata. (AVON-BY-THE-SEA, NJ) -- A swingin' insightful musical event featuring an interview with distinguished Sinatra Scholar Charles L. (Chuck) Granata, is being presented by producer Karen Morris of Sand Castle Communications and founder of The Rat Pack Music Alliance. The entertaining program will take place indoors at the Avon Municipal Marina Building (2 Main Street) on Sunday, September 29th, 2024, beginning promptly at Noon.

Sunday, September 29 - bergenPAC presents The Beach Boys: Endless Summer Gold Tour. (ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) presents The Beach Boys: Endless Summer Gold Tour on Sunday, September 29, 2024 at 7:30pm. The Beach Boys and their music have been an indelible part of American history for more than six decades.

Sunday, September 29 - The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Katie Henry on Sunday. (TUCKERTON, NJ) -- The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Katie Henry on Sunday, September 29, 2024 at 7:30pm. The New Jersey songwriter might have started out banging on doors, braving New York's blues clubs, playing piano until her fingers bled, and winning over the city one show at a time. But lately, the multi-instrumentalist has raced through career milestones at a rocket pace.

Monday, September 30 - Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Chris O'Leary. (TUCKERTON, NJ) -- The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Chris O'Leary on Monday, September 30, 2024 at 7:30pm. Chris is a devastatingly soulful vocalist, dynamic harmonica master and superlative songwriter. His latest release is his Alligator Records debut album, The Hard Line.

EVENT PREVIEWS

Wednesday, September 25 - Pineland Symphonic Band to Perform at Ocean County Library Toms River Branch. (TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- The Ocean County Library is pleased to present a live concert by the Pineland Symphonic Band at the Toms River Branch on Wednesday, September 25, 2024. The popular Whiting-based wind ensemble has performed for Ocean County community groups, retirement communities, civic events and schools for more than 30 years. Its volunteer members include virtuosos from professional symphonies, music teachers and music enthusiasts. Showtime is 7:00pm.

Friday, September 27 - Randy Houser and Justin Moore Announce Tour, Includes Stone Pony Summer Stage Show. (ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- Multi PLATINUM-selling country artists Randy Houser and Justin Moore have announced their co-headlining 'Country Round Here Tonight Tour,' playing 12 shows across the South, Northeast and Midwest later this year. The Live Nation-produced tour kicks off in Charlotte, NC and includes a show at the iconic Stone Pony Summer Stage in Asbury Park on Friday, September 27, 2024.

Friday, September 27 - NJPAC presents The Empress of Soul - Gladys Knight on September 27th. (NEWARK, NJ) -- The Empress of Soul-seven-Time Grammy Award winner, Gladys Knight will perform live at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on Friday, September 27, 2024 at 8:00pm. Gladys Knight never disappoints by putting on a high-energy show performing all of her hits that stand the test of time and the songs that everyone knows and loves like "Midnight Train to Georgia," "Heard it Through The Grapevine," "That's What Friends Are For," and so much more.

Saturday, September 28 - The Scottish Rite Auditorium presents Graham Nash with special guest Judy Collins. (COLLINGSWOOD, NJ) -- The Scottish Rite Auditorium presents Graham Nash with special guest Judy Collins in An Evening of Songs and Stories on Saturday, September 28, 2024. Graham Nash is a two-time Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, inducted as a founding member of both the Hollies and Crosby, Stills and Nash. Doors are at 7:00pm, showtime is 8:00pm.

Saturday, September 28 - Calling All Swifties - The Newton Theatre presents Let's Sing Taylor. (NEWTON, NJ) -- The Newton Theatre presents Let's Sing Taylor: A Live Band Experience on Saturday, September 28, 2024 with shows at 3:00pm and 7:00pm. This is the ultimate tribute to the music of Taylor Swift.

Saturday, September 28 - 2024 We Can Survive Concert features Justin Timberlake, New Kids on the Block, and More. (NEWARK, NJ) -- Audacy announced the 2024 lineup for We Can Survive, the annual event supporting the Company's mental health initiative, I'm Listening. Superstar Justin Timberlake will be joined by mega boy band New Kids On The Block, singer-songwriter Tate McRae, multi-instrumentalist Benson Boone, R&B crooner Khalid and emerging artist Isabel LaRosa at Prudential Center in Newark on Saturday, September 28. Hosted by NEW 102.7 FM (WNEW-FM), the event exemplifies music's power to connect communities and promotes having more mental health conversations.

Saturday, September 28 - Rowan's Marie Rader Series Season Opening Celebration with Pianist Mikhail Voskresensky. (GLASSBORO, NJ) -- World-renowned pianist Mikhail Voskresensky kicks off the Marie Radar Series Season Opening Gala, Saturday, September 28, 2024. Join Rowan College of Performing Arts Dean Rick Dammers and Marie Rader Series Artistic Director Debbie Shapiro to peek behind the curtain for a backstage tour, toast, reception, and luminous piano recital.

Sunday, September 29 - Prudential Center presents Jelly Roll with Warren Zeiders and Alexandra Kay. (NEWARK, NJ) -- Multi-genre hit making entertainer Jelly Roll will bring his Beautifully Broken Tour 2024 to the Prudential Center in Newark on Sunday, September 29, 2024. Produced by Live Nation, the arena tour marks the Nashville native’s biggest headlining tour to date. Tour openers include Warren Zeiders and Alexandra Kay. Showtime is 7:00pm.

Sunday, September 29 - NJPAC presents Herbie Hancock. (NEWARK, NJ) -- The incomparable Herbie Hancock will perform at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on Sunday, September 29, 2024. Herbie Hancock is a true icon of modern music, and throughout his explorations, he has transcended limitations and genres while maintaining his unmistakable voice. With an illustrious career spanning five decades and 14 Grammy® Awards, including Album of the Year for River: The Joni Letters, he continues to amaze audiences across the globe. Showtime is 7:00pm.

Sunday, September 29 - 2024 Hoboken Fall Arts & Music Festival to Take Place September 29th. (HOBOKEN, NJ) -- Mayor Ravi S. Bhalla and the City of Hoboken invite residents and visitors to the annual Hoboken Fall Arts & Music Festival, taking place on Sunday, September 29, 2024 from 11:00am to 6:00pm on Washington Street, between Observer Highway and Seventh Street. This popular event is free and open to the public, celebrating the rich arts and music culture of Hoboken and the surrounding communities.

Sunday, September 29 - Music at the Mansion(TM) Returns September 29th. (MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- NiCori Studios & Productions announces the next installment of the long running Cabaret series "Music at the Mansion™" at the historic Thorne Mansion home of the Morristown Unitarian Universalist Fellowship in Morristown on Sunday, September 29, 2024 at 3:00pm.

Sunday, September 29 - Lucie Arnaz to Open Kean Stage's 2024-2025 Season on September 29th. (UNION, NJ) -- Kean Stage is proud to announce that Lucie Arnaz will open Kean Stage's 2024-2025 season on Sunday, September 29, 2024 at Enlow Recital Hall (215 North Avenue) in Hillside with her show I Got The Job! Songs From My Musical Past. Showtime is 7:00pm.

Sunday, September 29 - Music at the Barn presents The Bergen All-Star Jazz Blast. (HACKENSACK, NJ) -- Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco, III and the Board of Commissioners invite the public to attend a free music concert featuring The Bergen All-Star Jazz Blast on Sunday, September 29, 2024 from 4:00pm–6:30pm at the Wortendyke Barn Museum, a County Historic Site (13 Pascack Road) in Park Ridge, NJ. This is the third concert in the 2024 music series.

EVENT LISTINGS

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Wednesday, September 25 @ 7:30pm - Lettuce at The Vogel, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank

Wednesday, September 25 @ 7:30pm - Vanessa Collier at Lizzie Rose Music Room, 217 E. Main Street, Tuckerton

Thursday, September 26 @ 8:00pm - Air Supply at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown

Friday, September 27 @ 7:00pm - New Jersey Festival Orchestra presents "Faith Meets Fantasy" at St. Helen's Church, 1600 Rahway Ave, Westfield

Friday, September 27 @ 7:00pm - A Conversation with LAUFEY at McCarter Theatre Center (Matthews Theatre), 91 University Place, Princeton

Friday, September 27 @ 7:00pm - Skye Consort & Emma Björling at Grunin Center, 1 College Drive, Toms River

Friday, September 27 @ 7:30pm - Glen Burtnik’s Summer of Love Concert at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown

Friday, September 27 @ 7:30pm - The Cinelli Brothers at Lizzie Rose Music Room, 217 E. Main Street, Tuckerton

Friday, September 27 @ 8:00pm - Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons at State Theatre New Jersey, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick

Friday, September 27 @ 8:00pm - Dueling Impersonators at Avenel Performing Arts Center, 150 Avenel Street, Avenel

Saturday, September 28 @ 7:30pm - Garden State Philharmonic – From Center Stage at Grunin Center, 1 College Drive, Toms River

Saturday, September 28 @ 7:30pm - Rockin’ The Yacht at Lizzie Rose Music Room, 217 E. Main Street, Tuckerton

Saturday, September 28 @ 8:00pm - Lez Zeppelin – “The Song Remains the Same” in its Entirety at The Vogel, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank

Saturday, September 28 @ 8:00pm - Oscar Hernández and the Spanish Harlem Orchestra at Bell Theater, 101 Crawfords Corner Road, Holmdel

Saturday, September 28 @ 8:00pm - Dueling Impersonators at Avenel Performing Arts Center, 150 Avenel Street, Avenel

Sunday, September 29 @ 12:00pm - Swingin’ Interview and Music Event Featuring Chuck Granata at Avon Municipal Marina Building, 2 Main Street, Avon-By-The-Sea

Sunday, September 29 @ 2:30pm - New Jersey Festival Orchestra presents "Picture This! Imagery in Music" at Sieminski Theater, 8000 Fellowship Road, Basking Ridge

Sunday, September 29 @ 3:00pm - Ken Peplowski Trio at William Paterson University - Shea Auditorium, 300 Pompton Rd, Wayne

Sunday, September 29 @ 3:00pm - Dueling Impersonators at Avenel Performing Arts Center, 150 Avenel Street, Avenel

Sunday, September 29 @ 7:30pm - The Beach Boys: Endless Summer Gold Tour at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood

Sunday, September 29 @ 7:30pm - Katie Henry at Lizzie Rose Music Room, 217 E. Main Street, Tuckerton

Monday, September 30 @ 7:30pm - WP New Music Series Gabriel Kahane's Book of Travelers at William Paterson University - Shea Recital Hall 101, 300 Pompton Rd, Wayne

Monday, September 30 @ 7:30pm - Angel Olsen (Solo): Songs From the Archive at The Vogel, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank

Monday, September 30 @ 7:30pm - Beth Hart at Count Basie Center for the Arts, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank

Monday, September 30 @ 7:30pm - Chris O' Leary Band at Lizzie Rose Music Room, 217 E. Main Street, Tuckerton

Tuesday, October 1 @ 7:30pm - Tuesday Night Record Club - Cat Stevens, Tea for the Tillerman at Monmouth University - The Great Hall, 400 Cedar Avenue, West Long Branch

Tuesday, October 1 @ 7:30pm - Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers – Spirit Trail: 25th Anniversary Tour at Count Basie Center for the Arts, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank


EVENT PREVIEWS

(SOMERS POINT, NJ) -- For the fifth year, the South Jersey Jazz Society (SJJS) will "unofficially" kick off the summer beach concerts on the William Morrow Beach in Somers Point with music by the PJ Keiter Octet on Friday, June 5, 2026.

The Vogel presents Pete Yorn Solo Acoustic: 25th Anniversary of "musicforthemorningafter"

(RED BANK, NJ) -- The Vogel presents Pete Yorn Solo Acoustic: 25th Anniversary of musicforthemorningafter on Friday, June 5, 2026 at 8:00pm. The New Jersey native celebrates the release of his debut album, which put him in the national spotlight.
Concerts in the Studio presents Bastards of Fine Arts on June 5th

Concerts in the Studio presents Bastards of Fine Arts on June 5th

(FREEHOLD, NJ) -- Concerts in the Studio presents Bastards of Fine Arts on Friday, June 5, 2026 at 7:30pm. The band includes Matt Keating, Jason Mercer, Steve Mayone, and Greg Wieczorek. You could say they are a new band with old roots.
The Newton Theatre presents L.A. Guns on June 6th

The Newton Theatre presents L.A. Guns on June 6th

(NEWTON, NJ) -- L.A. Guns comes to The Newton Theatre on Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 8:00pm. The band has been rocking for roughly 40 years since establishing themselves as the undisputed sleaze kings of the Sunset Strip, and, eventually, the world.

Jazz Royalty Comes to the Hamilton Stage on June 6th

(RAHWAY, NJ) -- Saturday, June 6, 2026 marks the date when Jazz Royalty comes to Hamilton Stage with Dizzy Gillespie alumni and Grammy winning bassist John Lee in collaboration with 16-time Grammy winner Paquito D' Rivera.
The Chamber Music Society of North Jersey presents "Music Under the June Moon" at Anderson Park

The Chamber Music Society of North Jersey presents "Music Under the June Moon" at Anderson Park

(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- The Chamber Music Society of North Jersey presents "Music Under the June Moon" on Saturday, June 6, 2026 at Anderson Park. Bring a picnic and a blanket and enjoy an al fresco performance under the stars. Admission is free. Showtime is 7:30pm.
Algonquin Arts Theatre presents "The Boss Bash" featuring The B-Street Band

Algonquin Arts Theatre presents "The Boss Bash" featuring The B-Street Band

(MANASQUAN, NJ) -- Algonquin Arts Theatre will host its annual fundraising event, "The Boss Bash," on Saturday, June 6, 2026, featuring two electrifying performances by The B-Street Band — the longest-running and most requested tribute to Bruce Springsteen in the country.
Sinatra Celebration Concert To Swing in Ocean Grove This June

Sinatra Celebration Concert To Swing in Ocean Grove This June

(OCEAN GROVE, NJ) -- Sinatra Celebration Concert, a theatrical special event to honor the legendary career of musical icon Frank Sinatra, is being presented by producer Karen Morris of Sand Castle Communications and The Rat Pack Music Alliance.
Broadcast Legend Sid Mark to be Remembered at Ocean Grove Event on June 7th

Broadcast Legend Sid Mark to be Remembered at Ocean Grove Event on June 7th

(OCEAN GROVE, NJ) -- Sid Mark, the popular and iconic radio host, sadly passed away four years ago, on April 18th, 2022. Sid’s son Brian Mark, Executive Producer of Orange Productions' nationally syndicated radio program The Sounds of Sinatra with Sid Mark, will be a very special host/guest speaker, at a musical event which will highlight the legacy of his father and celebrate the 70th Anniversary of The Sounds of Sinatra broadcast program.

Prudential Center presents Mexican superstar Carín León on June 7th

(NEWARK, NJ) -- Mexican superstar Carín León entered a bold new chapter of his acclaimed career with the release of Muda - his new studio album and one of the most eclectic of his catalog. See for yourself when he performs at the Prudential Center on Sunday, June 7, 2026. Showtime is 8:00pm.

 

MORE EVENTS

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John Gorka

Wednesday, June 03, 2026 @ 7:30pm
Lizzie Rose Music Room
Tuckerton, NJ


New Jersey Symphony Presents Season Finale: Symphonie fantastique

Thursday, June 04, 2026 @ 7:00pm
State Theatre New Jersey
New Brunswick, NJ


Happy Together 2026

Friday, June 05, 2026 @ 7:30pm
Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC)
Morristown, NJ


Catherine Russell & Sean Mason

Friday, June 05, 2026 @ 7:30pm
McCarter Theatre Center (Berlind Theatre)
Princeton, NJ


The Blues Project

Friday, June 05, 2026 @ 7:30pm
Lizzie Rose Music Room
Tuckerton, NJ



 

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