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NJPAC presents Salsa icon Tito Nieves on September 26th

(NEWARK, NJ) -- The internationally celebrated Salsa icon, Tito Nieves - affectionately known as "El Pavarotti de la Salsa" - is set to electrify the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on Saturday, September 26, 2026 at 8:00pm with his tour, "50 Años La Historia... Continúa." The performance will take place at NJPAC's prestigious Prudential Hall, Betty Wold Johnson Stage.

 
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Jersey Arts Podcast: Jorma Kaukonen and Hot Tuna Bring New Tour to New Jersey

Today's guest is a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame® Inductee, GRAMMY® Award-winning musician, and one of the most influential guitarists of all-time.

Art, Poetry, and Conversation Unite at Monmouth Museum at Dunellen

(DUNELLEN, NJ) -- Jo-El Lopez will present a special edition of Art in Conversation on Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 2:00pm at the Monmouth Museum at Dunellen (266 North Avenue) in Dunellen. The free public event will feature an engaging artist talk by acclaimed abstract artist Bryant Small, followed by original spoken-word performances inspired by his artwork.

The Levoy Theatre presents Big Bad Voodoo Daddy on September 22nd

(MILLVILLE, NJ) -- The Levoy Theatre presents Big Bad Voodoo Daddy on Wednesday, September 22, 2026 at 7:00pm. This year marked 33 years since the band arrived on the music scene.

The Stone Pony presents John Cafferty and the Beaver Brown Band on August 1st

(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- John Cafferty and the Beaver Brown Band return to The Stone Pony on Saturday, August 1, 2026. The band has been delivering their patented good time rock 'n' roll for more then 50 years now. This is an all ages show; doors are at 6:30pm.


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COLUMNS

This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from July 28 to August 3, 2026

Here is a look at shows taking place from July 28 to August 3, 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. Click on the title to go to the full preview. Jump to Featured Events, Event Previews, Event Listings, Coming Soon.



Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Spiral Will" by Solace



Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 07/23/2026



This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from July 21-27, 2026






 

MORE NEWS


Judy Collins LIVE! at Ocean City Music Pier

Spotlight Central and Love Imagery have photos and a recap of Judy Collins and Richard Thompson in concert at the Ocean City Music Pier on July 20, 2026.


Shinedown Brings Dance, Kid, Dance Act II Tour to a Packed Prudential Center



Middletown Arts Center presents an Indoor Summer Nights Singer-Songwriter Showcase on August 20th



Jon Caspi & The First Gun Share Video For "My Shrinking Brain" featuring Peter Holsapple (of The dB's)



The Vogel presents Enjoy Every Sandwich: A Tribute to Warren Zevon on Saturday






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