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New Jersey Theatre Newsroom

The latest news on live theatre in New Jersey from Broadway shows on tour to regional theatre.

Morris Arts Presents YOUR BRAIN ON ART Seminar
by A.A. Cristi - January 09, 2025


On Wednesday, January 22 at the Morris Museum (6 Normandy Heights Road, Morristown, NJ) as Susan Magsamen, coauthor of New York Times Bestseller, Your Brain on Art, shares insights from her work focused on how the arts and aesthetic experiences can have positive, lasting impacts on our health.

THE CLEAN HOUSE to be Presented At MCCC's Kelsey Theatre in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 09, 2025


'The Clean House' will be presented in January at the Kelsey Theatre on the West Windsor Campus of Mercer County Community College. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

MOMIX to Present ALICE at New Jersey Performing Arts Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 09, 2025


Get Ready to witness a night of spectacular dance and illusion with MOMIX-ALICE, a magical performance created by the dance company MOMIX, at NJPAC in January. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

BUGS BUNNY AT THE SYMPHONY to be Presented in Collaboration with New Jersey Symphony
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 09, 2025


New Jersey Symphony with Warner Bros. Discovery will present Bugs Bunny at the Symphony with George Daugherty conducting. Learn more about the performance and see how to purchase tickets.

Aspire Performing Arts Brings SWEENEY TODD To Fair Lawn In January
by A.A. Cristi - January 08, 2025


Get ready for some macabre madness when Aspire Performing Arts Company's production of Sweeney Todd High School Edition comes to the Fair Lawn Community Center from January 24 to 26, 2025.

Fool Moon Theatre Company 2025 Season On Hold As Company Seeks New Performance Space
by A.A. Cristi - January 08, 2025


The award-winning Fool Moon Theatre Company, which for the past three years has performed over 10 shows at Margate Community Church, is in search of a new performance space to call “home.”

The Isley Brothers Come To BergenPAC In February
by A.A. Cristi - January 08, 2025


bergenPAC has announced one new show. Bergen County natives and R&B legends The Isley Brothers will perform on Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025 at 8 p.m. Tickets go on sale Friday, Jan. 10, 2025 at 11 a.m.

Donna Vivino and Dominic Scaglione Jr. Light Up SOPAC’s Cabaret in the Loft Series
by Joshua Wright - January 08, 2025


The South Orange Performing Arts Center welcomes Donna Vivino and Dominic Scaglione Jr. to its Cabaret in the Loft series, celebrating two Broadway vocal powerhouses with strong local ties.

New Jersey Theatre Alliance Seeks Submissions From Caregivers
by Stephi Wild - January 08, 2025


New Jersey professional and family caregivers are invited to submit all forms of creative writing, including prose, poetry, and theatrical pieces that reflect the theme of caregiving or the personal healing experience.

MIKE SUPER: MAGIC & ILLUSION Announced At Mayo Performing Arts Center
by A.A. Cristi - January 07, 2025


America's Got Talent finalist and “America's Favorite Mystifier” Mike Super brings his magic and illusion to the Mayo Performing Arts Center on Saturday, January 25.

SESAME STREET LIVE!, PINKALICIOUS And More Announced At Mayo Performing Arts Center
by A.A. Cristi - January 07, 2025


Get out of the house this winter and take the kids to Mayo Performing Arts Center for fun shows for all ages! Here's what's on tap from January – March.

Sutton Foster to Perform at State Theatre New Jersey in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 07, 2025


State Theatre New Jersey will present An Evening with Sutton Foster. The Tony Award-winning artist will perform from her extensive Broadway catalog including, The Music Man, Anything Goes, and Sweeney Todd. Learn more!

23nd Annual Young Playwrights Competition Now Accepting Entries
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 07, 2025


The Theater Project is encouraging New Jersey’s creative young people to enter its 23rd annual Young Playwrights Competition. Learn more and see how to apply!

Two River to Present Grammy Nominated Poet, Author & Activist Kevin Powell
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 07, 2025


Two River Theater, in partnership with the T. Thomas Fortune Cultural Center, is inviting you to join Grammy-nominated poet, activist and author Kevin Powell for “What Would Dr. King Say Now? How to Heal America”. Learn how to attend.

Tri-County Wrestling Champion Takes Center Stage as Elle Woods in SKIT's Legally Blonde
by Stephi Wild - January 07, 2025


Fresh from making history as North Hunterdon Lions Wrestling Team's first female Tri-County Champion, Riley Conaty now takes center stage in ShowKids Invitational Theatre (SKIT)'s production of Legally Blonde: The Musical.

Brandon Tomasello with the City Rhythm Orchestra To Celebrate New Album At White Horse Pike
by A.A. Cristi - January 06, 2025


On Saturday January 25, 2025 at 8 p.m., Brandon Tomasello with the City Rhythm Orchestra will celebrate the launch of their new album, The Lost Sinatra – Basie, with a concert at Scottish Rite Auditorium.

Wharton Community Players Present THE MOORS By Jen Silverman
by A.A. Cristi - January 06, 2025


Wharton Community Players will present The Moors by Jen Silverman, January 24-February 2, in the Wharton Black Box Theater located at 60 Locust Avenue in Berkeley Heights.

MY CHILDREN! MY AFRICA! to be Presented at Eastbound Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 06, 2025


Eastbound Theatre will present the winter show of its 30th anniversary season, My Children! My Africa!written by Athol Fugard and directed by Noelle Fair. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Art House Productions to Present 17th Annual Snow Ball Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 06, 2025


Art House Productions will present the 17th Annual Snow Ball Gala in January. This year’s theme, Spectacle of Wonder, brings the enchantment of the circus to life. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Brandon Tomasello to Perform at Scottish Rite Auditorium
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 06, 2025


Brandon Tomasello will perform unheard arrangements from 1965 written for the legendary Frank Sinatra and the Count Basie Orchestra at Scottish Rite Auditorium. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Edward Albee's THE GOAT Reboots The 'From A To Zoo' Staged Reading Series in Teaneck
by Stephi Wild - January 06, 2025


In association with The Estate of Edward Albee, Black Box will present a staged reading of Edward Albee's THE GOAT (2002) this month. Learn more about the upcoming performance here!

Vivid Stage Will Celebrate 30th Anniversary Fundraising Gala on Valentine's Day
by Stephi Wild - January 06, 2025


Vivid Stage will hold its 30th Anniversary gala fundraiser on Valentine’s Day at the Oakes Center in Summit. The theatre will honor Steven McIntyre, a former board member and staff member and longtime patron and friend of the company.

Centenary Stage Company to Present Winter Thaw Music Festival in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 03, 2025


Start the New Year with Centenary Stage Company’s Winter Thaw Music Festival. This year, the music festival will feature concert performances by Judy Carmichael and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.

State Theatre New Jersey Presents THE ADDAMS FAMILY
by A.A. Cristi - January 02, 2025


State Theatre New Jersey will present the musical comedy, The Addams Family for four performances on Friday, January 24 at 8pm; Saturday, January 25 at 2pm and 8pm; and Sunday, January 26 at 2pm.

WELCOME BACK MY FRIENDS - AN EVENING WITH EMERSON, LAKE & PALMER Comes to The Newton Theatre
by Stephi Wild - January 02, 2025


Created by Carl Palmer and his management, Welcome Back My Friends – An Evening with Emerson Lake & Palmer will be presented with the full cooperation of the Estates of Keith Emerson and Greg Lake.


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