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Kean Stage presents Billy Ocean on April 2nd

(UNION, NJ) -- Kean Stage presents Billy Ocean, the biggest black recording star Britain has ever produced, on Thursday, April 2, 2026 in the Wilkins Theatre. Showtime is 7:30pm.

 
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The Jersey Four featuring Gerry Polci to Perform at Drew University

(MADISON, NJ) -- Experience the timeless music and rich legacy of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons like never before when Gene DiNapoli Presents brings The Jersey Four, joined by renowned musician Gerry Polci, to Drew University's Concert Hall on Sunday, February 15, 2026. Showtime is 3:00pm.

Centenary Stage Company presents the Six One Five Collective

(HACKETTSTOWN, NJ) -- Centenary Stage Company presents the Six One Five Collective as part of the Winter THAW Music Festival on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 8:00pm in the Sitnik Theatre of the Lackland Performing Arts Center. The Six One Five Collective, performing in the spirit of the Highwaymen and Little Big Town, is a Grammy-nominated, award-winning group of artists that has blossomed into one of Music City's best.

The Poconos Punk Rock Flea Market Returns to the Sherman Theater on January 17th

​​​​​​​(STROUDSBURG, PA) -- Get ready to embrace the edgy, eclectic, and vibrant punk rock culture at the Poconos Punk Rock Flea Market, taking place on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at the Sherman Theater! This one-of-a-kind event is set to feature over 50+ vendors showcasing handmade crafts, jewelry, vintage clothes, t-shirts, stickers, vinyl records, and more.

Marc Ribler and Friends presents George Harrison's Birthday Tribute at Bell Theater

(HOLMDEL, NJ) -- Marc Ribler and Friends presents George Harrison's Birthday Tribute Show at Bell Theater with shows on February 27-28, 2026. This is a celebration of his musical life from The Beatles to Bangladesh, Traveling Wilbury's and beyond.


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COLUMNS

Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Make This World Stand Still" by Lisa Bouchelle feat. Amanda Shires

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Make This World Stand Still" from Trenton-bred roots/country songstress Lisa Bouchelle's forthcoming album, "Vandals, Thieves & Lovers."



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MORE NEWS


Billy Ocean LIVE! at Kean Stage

Spotlight Central and Love Imagery have photos and a recap of Billy Ocean at Kean Stage on April 2, 2026.


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Vivid Stage presents Old Friends: A Cabaret with Charles Thomas






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