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Events This Week in New Jersey from October 22-29, 2024

originally published: 10/22/2024

Here is a look at upcoming events taking place from October 22-29, 2024 along with our featured listings. New Jersey Stage offers previews of events 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, Music, Theatre, Comedy, Dance, Film, Community, Event Listings.

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FEATURED EVENTS

Growing Stage presents Roald Dahl's "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" in October. (NETCONG, NJ) -- The Growing Stage: The Children's Theatre of New Jersey, is thrilled to kick-off their 43rd Main Stage Season with Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory weekends from October 11-27, 2024. The play introduces us to the world-famous Willy Wonka, who is opening the gates to his mysterious factory, but only to a lucky few. Click here to see photos from the production.

OCC Repertory Theatre presents "Madness, Murder, and Mayhem" ...from the dark recesses of Shakespeare's mind. (TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- Ocean County College Repertory Theater Company presents Madness, Murder, and Mayhem... from the dark recesses of Shakespeare's mind across two weekends (October 18-20 and October 25-27, 2024) at Grunin Center's Black Box Theater.




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2024 Montclair Film Festival Preview. (MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- The 2024 Montclair Film Festival takes place October 18-27. The festival's Opening Night film is Conclave (directed by Edward Berger). Some films of note include Unstoppable (directed by William Goldenberg) which is the festival's Fiction Centerpiece; 2073 (directed by Asif Kapadia) which is the festival's Document Centerpiece; and Flow (directed by Gints Zilbalodis) which is the Family Centerpiece. The festival's Closing Night film is The Piano Lesson (directed by Malcolm Washington).

The MAC Players at the Middletown Arts Center presents "Into The Woods". (MIDDLETOWN, NJ) -- The MAC Players at the Middletown Arts Center presents Into The Woods over two weekends, October 18–20 and October 25–27, 2024. James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim take everyone's favorite storybook characters and bring them together for a timeless, yet relevant, piece... and a rare modern classic.

Next Live Episode of "Gemstones," a Vivid Stage Original Series, to take place October 23-24. (SUMMIT, NJ) -- Vivid Stage, in residence at Oakes Center at 120 Morris Avenue in Summit, is celebrating its 30th Anniversary season, marking decades of bringing contemporary theatre to audiences in the state of New Jersey. Coming up is the second episode of the original series, Gemstones, by Phoebe Farber. Episode 2 runs Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 2:00pm and Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 8:00pm.

Thursday, October 24 - State Theatre New Jersey presents Masters of Illusion on October 24th. (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents the world's greatest award-winning magicians in Masters of Illusion on Thursday, October 24, 2024. The show features Greg Frewin, Alexandra Burgio, and shock illusionist, Dan Sperry. Showtime is 7:00pm.

State Theatre presents "Ain’t Too Proud - The Life and Times of The Temptations". (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents the Broadway musical Ain't Too Proud – The Life and Times of The Temptations for five performances from Friday, October 25, 2024 to Sunday, October 27, 2024. Featuring Grammy®-winning songs and Tony®-winning moves, this is the electrifying musical that follows The Temptations' extraordinary journey from the streets of Detroit to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

Friday, October 25 - Halloween-themed Ballet 'Night on Bald Mountain' comes to Atlantic City. Ballet companies are always looking for new and exciting ways to present their art forms to the public. From established yearly works like "The Nutcracker" and "Swan Lake" to more adventurous works that turn non-traditional music into exciting dance, the world of ballet is ever-evolving. Atlantic City Ballet, which just celebrated its 40th anniversary season in 2022, is one company that never stops looking for new ways to connect with its audiences. Under the direction of artistic director Phyllis Papa, the company presents what Papa thinks is the first-ever ballet staging of the 1867 Modest Mussorgsky composition "Night on Bald Mountain," a piece that is premiering just in time for Halloween. Papa was excited about her take on a classic piece often used in spooky commercials and other settings.




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Friday, October 25 - McCarter Theatre Center Presents SW!NG OUT - A Joyful Celebration of Lindy Hop and Live Jazz on Friday. (PRINCETON, NJ) -- On Friday, October 25, 2024, McCarter Theatre Center invites audiences to experience the exhilarating energy of Lindy Hop with SW!NG OUT, a critically acclaimed swing dance performance choreographed and directed by Caleb Teicher. This dynamic production, accompanied by live music from Eyal Vilner's 10-piece Big Band, features 12 world-class swing dancers, each bringing their own style to the stage in a celebration of America's favorite partnered dance. Showtime is 7:30pm.

Friday, October 25 - Count Basie Center for the Arts presents comedian Jessica Kirson on Friday. (RED BANK, NJ) -- Count Basie Center for the Arts presents comedian Jessica Kirson on Friday, October 25, 2024 at 7:30pm. Kirson was born and raised in South Orange, New Jersey. In an era where only 10% of all touring comedians are female, Jessica stands out as one of the strongest comedians regardless of gender.

Saturday, October 26 - Outpost in the Burbs presents Robyn Hitchcock. (MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Outpost in the Burbs presents Robyn Hitchcock on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at First Congregational Church of Montclair. Imogen Clark will open the night. Doors are at 7:30pm, showtime is 8:00pm. For more on Imogen Clark, click here.

Saturday, October 26 - Count Basie Center for the Arts presents Remember Jones: Bat Out Of Hell Live. (RED BANK, NJ) -- Remember Jones brings Bat Out of Hell LIVE to The Count Basie Center for the Arts on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 8:00pm. The popular New Jersey musician will perform Meatloaf's entire album and more with a 15-piece band. With a one-of-a-kind stage show and top-tier musicianship, this band of nationally touring artists and show stopping vocalists bring the music of Jim Steinman alive like no other rock experience out there today.

Saturday, October 26 - Witness Music History with "One Night In Memphis" at The Grunin Center. (TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- Celebrate a legendary moment in rock and roll history when "One Night in Memphis" comes to the Grunin Center for the Arts on Saturday, October 26, 2024. A limited number of tickets are still available. Showtime is 8:00pm.

Sunday, October 27 - Diana Ross to Headline bergenPAC's 20th Annual Gala Celebration. (ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), a leading performing arts center in northern New Jersey, will host their twenty-year annual gala celebration with an intimate performance by Diana Ross on Sunday, October 27, 2024. This is a rare chance to see the legendary artist, who has been captivating audiences worldwide with her elegance and timeless hits for decades, in a personal setting. The event begins with a private Gala reception starting at 5:00pm with the concert set for a 7:00pm.

Sunday, October 27 - Jesus And Jazz presents South African JCFI Music Ensemble featuring Bassist Sobongile Buda on Sunday. (MILLBURN, NJ) -- Get ready to be uplifted by the inspirational messages and powerful South African Jazz Music in a powerful Mt Zion AME Church Jazz and Jesus service on Sunday, October 27, 2024 at 11:30am. This is a very unique opportunity to experience a worldwide fusion of jazz, faith and Mental Health in a spiritually enriching environment. Don't miss out on this enjoyable Jesus and Jazz Performance featuring South African JCFI Music Ensemble feat Bassist Sobongile Buda.

MUSIC

Wednesday, October 23 - 90.5 The Night to take part in Public Radio Music Day on Wednesday. (LINCROFT, NJ) -- Brookdale Public Radio 90.5 The Night will participate in the fifth annual Public Radio Music Day on October 23, 2024. The day brings together noncommercial public radio stations, artists, and fans to recognize public radio's essential community service and unique role in the music industry locally and nationally. 90.5 The Night will honor the occasion online and on-air by celebrating the music from New Jersey communities all day long.




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Thursday, October 24 - The Newton Theatre presents Who's Bad: The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience. (NEWTON, NJ) -- The Newton Theatre presents Who's Bad: The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience on Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 8:00pm. This performance is an unrivaled celebration of pop music's one true King. Their power-packed performance of Michael Jackson's expansive catalog has ignited crowds on every continent and can only be described as a jaw-dropping, musical must-see.

Saturday, October 26 - The Newton Theatre presents The Jayhawks. (NEWTON, NJ) -- The Newton Theatre presents The Jayhawks on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 8:00pm. The Jayhawks and their rootsy sound were definitely swimming against the tide when they emerged from a crowded Minnesota music scene in 1985.

Saturday, October 26 - Harmonium Choral Society and Grace Community Music presents A Halloween Concert for All Ages on October 26th. (MADISON, NJ) -- It's back! The bi-annual, family-friendly Halloween Concert presented by Harmonium Choral Society and Grace Community Music on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at Grace Church (4 Madison Avenue at Kings Road) in Madison. Showtime is 7:00pm.

Sunday, October 27 - The Philharmonic of Southern New Jersey to Open Season with "Ravel Transcriptions and the Musical Homage" on October 27th. (VOORHEES, NJ) -- The Philharmonic of Southern New Jersey presents a colorful program featuring Ravel's orchestral transcriptions of iconic piano pieces in concert Sunday, October 27, 2024 at Eastern Regional High School in Voorhees. Showtime is 3:00pm.

Tuesday, October 29 - Dueling Pianist, Who Performed on "Don't Forget the Lyrics" with Host Wayne Brady, to Play at The Community Chest's Shake Rattle and Roll Fall Celebration. (ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Shake, Rattle & Roll Dueling Pianos, New York City's longest running all request Rock 'n Roll party, is coming to northern New Jersey to perform in The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County's Fall Celebration on Tuesday, October 29, 2024. Dueling pianists, Mark Weisner and Rob Carroll, will present an evening of live piano music, comedy, and cabaret at the Englewood Field Club (341 Engle Street) in Englewood from 7:00pm to 10:00pm. Weisner performed for several years on the FOX TV show, Don't Forget the Lyrics, with host Wayne Brady.

THEATRE

Manhattan Theatre Club presents World Premiere of "Vladimir" by Erika Sheffer. (NEW YORK, NY) -- Manhattan Theatre Club has announced full casting for the world premiere of Vladimir, written by Erika Sheffer (Russian Transport) and directed by Tony Award winner Daniel Sullivan (MTC: Proof, Lillian Hellman's The Little Foxes). Vladimir runs from September 24 to November 10, 2024 at New York City Center Stage I (131 West 55th Street).

Paper Mill Playhouse presents "Jersey Boys". (MILLBURN, NJ) -- Paper Mill Playhouse presents Jersey Boys, the first show of Paper Mill's 2024-2025 season. Directed by Michael Bello (We Are the Tigers, associate director of The Who's Tommy and Jersey Boys UK/US tours and off-Broadway), Jersey Boys begins performances on Wednesday, October 2 ahead of a Sunday, October 6 opening night. The run continues through Sunday, November 3, 2024 at Paper Mill Playhouse.

Jamie Ballard and Aria Shahghasemi to Star in "Macbeth" at The Curtain. (JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- The Curtain, Jersey City's premier classical theatre, announced that renowned West End and Royal Shakespeare Company actor Jamie Ballard ('Harry Potter' in ...The Cursed Child on the West End) will make his American stage debut as 'Macbeth' alongside Aria Shahghasemi (Broadway's Prayer for the French Republic, The CW's "Legacies") as 'Macduff' in an all new adaptation of William Shakespeare's Macbeth, this Halloween season at Nimbus Arts Center (329 Warren Street).

Music Mountain Theatre presents "Clue" in October. (LAMBERTVILLE, NJ) -- Music Mountain Theatre (MMT) presents Clue for a three-week run from October 11-27, 2024 with performances Friday through Sunday. This murder mystery comedy is based on the 1985 film from Paramount Pictures, based on the classic Hasbro board game, and is the thirteenth mainstage show of MMT's 2024 season.

Westfield Community Players presents "You Can't Take It with You". (WESTFIELD, NJ) -- Westfield Community Players presents its first show of the season, the Pulitzer Prize-winning comedy, You Can't Take It with You across three weekends (October 12-13, October 19-20, and October 25-26, 2024). In the play, Grandpa Vanderhof and his wacky family, the Sycamores, have been happily living their zany lives in New York for many years. They and their friends are a madcap group of eccentrics, marching to the beat of their own drum with pride and joy.

First Avenue Playhouse presents "A Streetcar Named Desire" in October. (ATLANTIC HIGHLANDS, NJ) -- First Avenue Playhouse presents A Streetcar Named Desire across three weekends in October (October 12-13, October 18-20, and October 25-26, 2024). The classic play was was written by Tennessee Williams during a period of change in America after World War II. It was first produced and published in 1947 and winner of the Pulitzer Prize for that year.  

Shakespeare Theatre of NJ presents "Macbeth" on the Main Stage for the first time in two decades. (MADISON, NJ) -- When three mysterious strangers confront a noble general on a barren heath, the fate of a nation is changed forever. Ambition, power, and madness drive Shakespeare's thrilling masterpiece, Macbeth, appearing this fall on the Main Stage of the acclaimed Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) for the first time in two decades. The strictly limited run plays at The F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre on the campus of Drew University from October 16 through November 17, 2024.

Art House Productions Presents "Gruesome Playground Injuries" by Rajiv Joseph. (JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Art House Productions in collaboration with Half-Light Productions, is thrilled to announce the upcoming presentation of Rajiv Joseph's compelling play, "Gruesome Playground Injuries," directed by Catriona Rubenis-Stevens. In a time when empathy and understanding are more crucial than ever, this play seeks to foster connection and dialogue. Performances run weekends from October 18 to November 10, 2024.

October Ensemble presents "TWISTED: The Untold Story of a Royal Vizier". (OCEAN GROVE, NJ) -- October Ensemble presents TWISTED: The Untold Story of a Royal Vizier across two weekends (October 18-20 and October 25-27, 2024) at the Jersey Shore Arts Center's Café Theatre. Hop on your flying carpet, because this musical parody retells the classic tale of Aladdin... from the villain’s point of view! This is an R Rated "Magical Kingdom" musical parody!

Luna Stage presents the NY premiere of "Mrs. Stern Wanders the Prussian State Library". (NEW YORK, NY) -- Luna Stage proudly presents the New York premiere of Jenny Lyn Bader's Mrs. Stern Wanders the Prussian State Library, directed by Ari Laura Kreith, running Off-Broadway October 18 – November 10, 2024 for 25 performances in a limited engagement at 59E59 Theaters, Theater B, located at 59 East 59th Street in New York City. Previews begin October 18 for an October 24 opening.

The MAC Players at the Middletown Arts Center presents "Into the Woods". (MIDDLETOWN, NJ) -- The MAC Players at the Middletown Arts Center presents Into The Woods over two weekends, October 18–20 and October 25–27, 2024. James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim take everyone's favorite storybook characters and bring them together for a timeless, yet relevant, piece... and a rare modern classic. The Tony Award-winning book and score are both enchanting and touching. Orchestrations by Jonathan Tunick. This will be the ninth production for the community theater group and will be led by Director Kathy Connolly with Musical Director Matt Ebersole, Choreographer Samantha Amaral and Assistant Director Victoria Keiser.

East Lynne Theater Company presents "Tales of Mystery and Suspense". (CAPE MAY, NJ) -- East Lynne Theater Company is set to thrill and chill audiences with "Tales of Mystery and Suspense," a menagerie of spooky short stories by Stephen Crane, Guy de Maupassant, H.P. Lovecraft, and, of course, Edgar Allan Poe. Curated and edited by James Rana and directed by Craig Fols, artistic director of East Lynne, these mysterious and scary stories will be brought to life in staged readings for two weekends only: Fridays and Saturdays, October 18-19 and 25-26, 2024.

Good and Evil Collide in "Jekyll & Hyde: The Musical" at MCCC's Kelsey Theatre. (WEST WINDSOR, NJ) -- An epic struggle between good and evil comes to the Kelsey Theatre stage when Off Center Stages kicks off the Halloween season with "Jekyll & Hyde: The Musical" from October 18-27, 2024 on the West Windsor Campus of Mercer County Community College (MCCC). It is based on Robert Louis Stevenson's novella "The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde," one of the most famous pieces of English literature and considered a defining book of the Gothic horror genre.

Old Library Theatre presents the Tony Award Winning Musical "Nine". (FAIR LAWN, NJ) -- Old Library Theatre (OLT), Fair Lawn Recreation Department's resident theatre company, will present the musical Nine, over two weekends, October 18-19 and October 24-27, 2024. Based on Federico Fellini's semi-autobiographical film 8 1/2, this dazzling production of Nine – with a cast of 19 brilliant performers, and a 10-piece orchestra – tells the story of celebrated film director Guido Contini as he navigates a personal and professional crisis while balancing the many women in his life.




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The Lord Stirling Theater Company presents Agatha Christie's "Black Coffee" in October. (BASKING RIDGE, NJ) -- The Lord Stirling Theater Company presents Agatha Christie's "Black Coffee" in the English Barn Theater at the Farmstead Arts Center across two weekends (October 18-20 and October 25-27, 2024). An accomplished physicist has constructed a workable formula for one of the deadliest weapons on earth. After the theft of this formula and a suspicious murder, the stage is set for the legendary detective Hercule Poirot to get involved in the case.

Haunts Come alive as The Ritz Theatre Company presents "Dracula". (HADDON TOWNSHIP, NJ) -- The Ritz Theatre Company presents Dracula, dramatized by Hamilton Deane and John L. Balderston, from October 18 to November 3, 2024. This captivating adaptation of Bram Stoker's classic novel brings an exciting take on the legendary tale of the undead, promising a spine-tingling experience that will leave audiences on the edge of their seats.

Classic American Tales (CAT) presents "Poe by Candlelight" in North Cape May. (NORTH CAPE MAY, NJ) -- Get in the Halloween spirit with "Poe by Candlelight" presented by Classic American Tales at End of the Road Theater on Wednesday, October 23 and Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 7:00pm. Don't miss out on this popular Halloween treat with Marty McDonough and Gayle Stahlhuth reading spooky stories by the master of the macabre.

American Theater Group presents "My Italy Story" by Joseph Gallo. (RAHWAY, NJ) -- NYC-based actor Michael Notardonato, soon to be featured in a new Netflix series, will star in American Theater Group's (ATG), endearing play My Italy Story by NJ playwright Joseph Gallo. The 2024-25 Season Opener will be directed by Charlotte Cohn, who most recently helmed ATG's world premiere Canned Goods. The one-man show will run October 24-27 at Hamilton Stage in Rahway, and November 1-3, 2024 at the Sieminski Theater in Basking Ridge.

Centenary Stage Company's NEXTStage Repertory presents "Soul Samurai" by Qui Nguyen. (HACKETTSTOWN, NJ) -- Centenary Stage Company's NEXTStage Repertory presents Soul Samurai by Qui Nguyen from October 24 - November 3, 2024. After avenging the death of her lover, a young samurai girl named Dewdrop, along with her faithful sidekick Cert, must now battle through vampire-infested Brooklyn to make it back home. A classic Qui Nguyen play, Soul Samurai blends a spaghetti western with vampire-infested Brooklyn, adding in martial arts, puppetry, and comic book camp.

Absegami High School Drama Club presents "Lost Girl". (GALLOWAY, NJ) -- The Absegami High School Drama Club presents Kimberly Belflower's drama Lost Girl October 24-25, 2024 at the Absegami High School Performing Arts Center in Galloway. Long after returning from Neverland, Wendy Darling decides that she must find Peter Pan again in order to reclaim her kiss and move on with her life.

Theater League of Clifton presents "The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940". (CLIFTON, NJ) -- The Theater League of Clifton will present its main stage production of The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940 in the newly renovated Clifton School No. 3 auditorium, located 365 Washington Ave. in Clifton (adjacent to Paulison Avenue). Performances run October 25-27 and November 1-3, 2024.

Bordentown Regional High School presents "The Witch's Princess". (BORDENTOWN, NJ) -- The comedic adventure The Witch's Princess by Don Zolidis will be presented October 25th-26, 2024 at the Bordentown Performing Arts Center. This play will be performed by the award-winning theatre students of Bordentown Regional High School. Showtime is 7:30pm each night.

Dragonfly Multicultural Arts Center presents "Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors". (PLAINFIELD, NJ) -- Get ready for a spine-tingling blend of laughs and thrills as Dragonfly Multicultural Arts Center presents Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors, written by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen. This fast-paced version of Bram Stoker's classic tale will run from October 25 to November 2, 2024 at duCret Center of Art, located at 1030 Central Avenue in Plainfield, NJ.

The Broadway Theatre of Pitman presents "Kinky Boots". (PITMAN, NJ) -- The Broadway Theatre of Pitman presents Tony Award-winning hit Kinky Boots weekends from October 25 to November 17, 2024. Based on the 2005 film and inspired by a true story, Kinky Boots follows Charlie Price, an aspiring young businessman who is forced to give up his dreams of living the London city life in order to save his late father's family business in Northern England.

Bridge Players Theatre Company presents the Hauntingly Beautiful "Jekyll & Hyde". (BURLINGTON, NJ) -- Bridge Players Theatre Company, the Burlington City-based community theatre group, continues its 2024-2025 "Season of Change" with the haunting musical Jekyll & Hyde. Opening October 25 and continuing weekends through November 9, this spine-tingling spectacle features a special Halloween performance October 31, 2024.

Candace Bushnell presents "True Tales of Sex, Success, and Sex and the City" at StocktonPAC on October 26st. (GALLOWAY, NJ) -- In a new one-woman show that is equal parts dramedy and memoir, Candace Bushnell – the international best-selling novelist and creator of "Sex and the City" – is scheduled to grace the mainstage of Stockton University's Performing Arts Center on Saturday, October 26, 2024. Showtime is 7:30pm.

HACPAC presents Richard Skipper Celebrates Sixty Years of Hello, Dolly! on October 26th. (HACKENSACK, NJ) -- The Hackensack Performing Arts Center (HACPAC) presents Richard Skipper Celebrates Sixty Years of Hello, Dolly! — an extraordinary evening of music, memories, and magic — on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 8:00pm. This one-night-only performance marks a milestone in musical theatre history, celebrating the 60th anniversary of the beloved Broadway classic Hello, Dolly! with an unforgettable tribute by the internationally acclaimed performer and historian Richard Skipper. The evening is directed by James Beaman and Musically Directed by Dan Pardo.

Mile Square Theatre presents A Diwali Celebration. (HOBOKEN, NJ) -- Mile Square Theatre is thrilled to partner with the Hoboken Business Alliance and Live & In Color for A Diwali Celebration, conceived and directed by Devanand Janki & Kevin R. Free. A Diwali Celebration will play a two performance limited engagement at Mile Square Theatre on Sunday, October 27, 2024 at 12:30pm and 3:00pm.

COMEDY

Saturday, October 26 - NJPAC presents Comedian Michael Blaustein. (NEWARK, NJ) -- Comedian Michael Blaustein will perform at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) in Newark on Saturday, October 26, 2024. Blaustein (host of the Stiff Socks podcast) can make literally anything funny. Armed with hysterical jokes and a gift for high-energy crowd work, it’s no surprise that he's a favorite at colleges and clubs. Performances are at 7:00pm & 10:00pm..

DANCE

NJPAC presents dance performances by Malevo, the Hip Hop Nutcracker, State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine, and Forces of Nature. (NEWARK, NJ) -- New Jersey Performing Arts Center presents a plethora of dance performances as part of the m&t bank dance series. The series includes performances by Malevo, the Hip Hop Nutcracker, State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine, and Forces of Nature.

Friday, October 25 - West Windsor Arts presents Dancing in the Dark. (PRINCETON JUNCTION, NJ) -- NYC transplant and West Windsor Arts Center Teaching Artist, Shira Hofmekler is bringing the beautiful practice of pressure free dance to our community with Dancing in the Dark on Friday, October 25, 2024 at 7:00pm. Admission is $5.

FILM

The Art of Making Movie Film Festival presents The New Jersey Regional Summit. (CRANFORD, NJ) -- The Art of Making Movie Film Festival (TAMMFF), also known as "The TAMMIES", presents its first-ever summit next week. The New Jersey Regional Summit will be held at the Cranford Theater October 23-24, 2024, and will feature an up-close and in-person perspective on how behind-the-scenes talent makes the films that audiences love.

Saturday, October 26 - Ocean County Library Toms River Branch to Present '45 Years of Amityville: Cult Classic, Local Connections'. (TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- Most of us know that The Amityville Horror, which redefined the thriller genre, turns age 45 this year. What many don't know is that the Ocean County Library has a featured role. Join us for a screening of this unforgettable film and a display of Amityville artifacts in the Bishop Memorial Wing of the Toms River Branch on Saturday, October 26, 2024. The event runs from 1:00pm to 4:00pm.

COMMUNITY

Registration Now Open for the 2024 Creating Change Conference in Red Bank. (RED BANK, NJ) -- The New Jersey arts and culture community is invited to gather for the 2024 Creating Change Conference, an annual in-person event dedicated to fostering learning, inspiration, and actionable change. This year's conference, themed "Disrupt, Engage, Imagine," will take place on October 23, 2024, at the Count Basie Center for the Arts in Red Bank.

Wednesday, October 23 - UCC's "Harvest Fest" to Bring Family Fun, Fall Holiday Activities to Newark on October 23rd. (NEWARK, NJ) -- An afternoon of fall holiday treats, games, activities, resources and entertainment will be in-store next week for local youth and families at United Community Corporation’s (UCC) annual "Harvest Fest." The festival event will take place on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at the West Side Park Community Center in Newark. The event, which runs from 3:00pm to 6:00pm, will feature a wide range of fall-themed festivities and community services for attendees to enjoy.

Thursday, October 24 - United Passaic Organization Celebrates 60 Years with Inaugural "Fall Swing 2024" Golf Outing. (PASSAIC, NJ) -- United Passaic Organization (UPO) is thrilled to announce its 1st Annual Golf Outing, "Fall Swing 2024," set to take place on Thursday, October 24, 2024, at the prestigious Preakness Valley Golf Course in Wayne, NJ. This exciting event marks a significant milestone as UPO celebrates 60 years of service as part of the Community Action Partnership, dedicated to transforming lives, impacting communities, and connecting resources throughout Passaic and surrounding areas.

Thursday, October 24 - Washington 'Celebrates' Dia de los Muertos, Day of the Dead October 24th. (WASHINGTON, NJ) -- To some people, celebrating the dead might seem strange. But in the Southwest, celebrating the dead is like a holiday event in late October.

Thursday, October 24 - THE BERNIE presents A Night with Joe Piscopo on October 24th. (BERNARDSVILLE, NJ) -- Live! Joe Piscopo and his band will perform at THE BERNIE, a supper club at Red Horse by David Burke in Bernardsville on Thursday, October 24, 2024. Tickets include a world-class, three-course dinner and the show: $175++ premium table in main dining area; $125++ bar room table in the bar area. Doors are at 6:30pm.

Friday, October 25 - Wharton Performing Arts School Hosts Annual Fall Festival on October 25th. (BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ) -- The Wharton Performing Arts School (PAS) invites the public to the 2024 Annual Fall Festival & Suzuki Halloween Playdown on Friday, October 25, 2024 from 4:30pm-8:00pm at 60 Locust Avenue in Berkeley Heights. The festival, featuring free ice cream from the Scream Truck, drum circle, costume contest, games and more, will take place from 4:30pm-6:30pm on the Performing Arts School front lawn. The Fall Festival will be followed by the Suzuki Violin Playdown at 7:00pm in the Wharton Black Box Theater. The community is invited to wear their Halloween costumes and enjoy music performances, treats, and spooky festivities.

Friday, October 25 - Show Off Your Costume at the Arts Council of Princeton's Annual Hometown Halloween Parade on October 25th. (PRINCETON, NJ) --The Arts Council of Princeton (ACP) invites one and all to the Hometown Halloween Parade, a decades-long Princeton tradition, on Friday, October 25, 2024.

Saturday, October 26 - Morris Arts to Host Pumpkin Illumination on October 26st. (MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Morris Arts is delighted to host Pumpkin Illumination on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at Vail Mansion Plaza (110 South Street) in Morristown. This free, family- friendly event features live music, art workshops, a luminary parade, and of course a brilliant illuminating pumpkin display. The event runs from 5:00pm to 7:00pm.

Sunday, October 27 - Liz Cheney Scheduled to Speak at NJPAC Days Before The Election. (NEWARK, NJ) -- Former Congresswoman Liz Cheney will be speaking at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on Sunday, October 27, 2024. Cheney served as the U.S. representative for Wyoming's at-large congressional district from 2017 to 2023. The event begins at 3:00pm.

Monday, October 28 - RVCC Holocaust Institute Webinar to Feature Survivor's Story Shared by Grandchild. (BRANCHBURG, NJ) -- Raritan Valley Community College's Institute of Holocaust and Genocide Studies will present a webinar featuring David Reckess, a grandchild of a Holocaust survivor, Monday, October 28, 2024 from 10:00am-11:00am. Reckess is Executive Director of 3GNY, a nonprofit group founded by grandchildren of Holocaust survivors.

EVENT LISTINGS

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Tuesday, October 22 @ 7:30pm - Pink Martini featuring China Forbes at Count Basie Center for the Arts, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank

Wednesday, October 23 @ 11:00am - Livin’ It Right at Ocean County College Mall, 1 College Drive, Toms River

Wednesday, October 23 @ 12:30pm - Livin’ It Right at Ocean County College Mall, 1 College Drive, Toms River

Wednesday, October 23 @ 2:00pm - Vivid Stage presents "Gemstones" by Phoebe Farber at Oakes Center, 120 Morris Avenue, Summit

Thursday, October 24 @ 6:00pm - World Cinema Series - "A Separation" at Monmouth University - Pollak Theatre, 400 Cedar Avenue, West Long Branch

Thursday, October 24 @ 7:00pm - Masters of Illusion at State Theatre New Jersey, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick

Thursday, October 24 @ 7:30pm - The Man In Black: A Tribute to Johnny Cash at Count Basie Center for the Arts, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank

Thursday, October 24 @ 8:00pm - Vivid Stage presents "Gemstones" by Phoebe Farber at Oakes Center, 120 Morris Avenue, Summit

Friday, October 25 @ 7:00pm - "Into the Woods" presented by The MAC Players at Middletown Arts Center, 36 Church Street, Middletown

Friday, October 25 @ 7:00pm - David Caserta's Haunted Illusions at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood

Friday, October 25 @ 7:30pm - Phoenix Productions presents "Bat Boy: The Musical" at The Vogel, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank

Friday, October 25 @ 7:30pm - OCC Repertory Theatre presents "Madness, Murder, and Mayhem" at Grunin Center - Black Box Theater, 1 College Drive, Toms River

Friday, October 25 @ 7:30pm - Jessica Kirson at Count Basie Center for the Arts, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank

Friday, October 25 @ 7:30pm - SW!NG OUT at McCarter Theatre Center (Matthews Theater), 91 University Place, Princeton

Friday, October 25 @ 7:30pm - JC Cole - JOHNNY CASH Tribute Show at Lizzie Rose Music Room, 217 E. Main Street, Tuckerton

Friday, October 25 @ 8:00pm - Craig Ferguson: The Fancy Rascal Tour at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown

Friday, October 25 @ 8:00pm - Ain't Too Proud - The Life and Times of The Temptations at State Theatre New Jersey, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick

Saturday, October 26 @ 2:00pm - OCC Repertory Theatre presents "Madness, Murder, and Mayhem" at Grunin Center - Black Box Theater, 1 College Drive, Toms River

Saturday, October 26 @ 2:00pm - Ain't Too Proud - The Life and Times of The Temptations at State Theatre New Jersey, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick

Saturday, October 26 @ 2:00pm - Kenny & Dolly: Real Love Tribute Show at Algonquin Arts Theatre, 60 Abe Voorhees, Manasquan

Saturday, October 26 @ 4:00pm - The Growing Stage presents Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory at The Historic Palace Theatre, 7 Ledgewood Avenue, Netcong

Saturday, October 26 @ 5:00pm - Phoenix Productions presents "Bat Boy: The Musical" at The Vogel, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank

Saturday, October 26 @ 7:00pm - "Into the Woods" presented by The MAC Players at Middletown Arts Center, 36 Church Street, Middletown

Saturday, October 26 @ 7:00pm - Bell Jazz: Mel and Ella Swing! at Bell Theater, 101 Crawfords Corner Road, Holmdel

Saturday, October 26 @ 7:30pm - OCC Repertory Theatre presents "Madness, Murder, and Mayhem" at Grunin Center - Black Box Theater, 1 College Drive, Toms River

Saturday, October 26 @ 7:30pm - Andy Borowitz at McCarter Theatre Center (Matthews Theater), 91 University Place, Princeton

Saturday, October 26 @ 8:00pm - Main Street Theatre Company presents "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels" at Main Street Theatre Company, 70 County Rd 516, Old Bridge

Saturday, October 26 @ 8:00pm - Remember Jones: Bat Out Of Hell Live at Count Basie Center for the Arts, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank

Saturday, October 26 @ 8:00pm - Robyn Hitchcock (solo) at Outpost In The Burbs, 40 S Fullerton Ave, Montclair

Saturday, October 26 @ 8:00pm - One Night In Memphis at Grunin Center, 1 College Drive, Toms River

Saturday, October 26 @ 8:00pm - Chicago at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown

Saturday, October 26 @ 8:00pm - Ain't Too Proud - The Life and Times of The Temptations at State Theatre New Jersey, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick

Saturday, October 26 @ 8:30pm - Phoenix Productions presents "Bat Boy: The Musical" at The Vogel, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank

Sunday, October 27 @ 11:30am - Jesus And Jazz presents South African JCFI Music Ensemble featuring Bassist Sobongile Buda at Mt Zion Ame Church, 56 Church Street, Millburn

Sunday, October 27 @ 12:00pm - Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let’s Play at Count Basie Center for the Arts, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank

Sunday, October 27 @ 2:00pm - "Into the Woods" presented by The MAC Players at Middletown Arts Center, 36 Church Street, Middletown

Sunday, October 27 @ 2:00pm - The Growing Stage presents Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory at The Historic Palace Theatre, 7 Ledgewood Avenue, Netcong

Sunday, October 27 @ 2:00pm - OCC Repertory Theatre presents "Madness, Murder, and Mayhem" at Grunin Center - Black Box Theater, 1 College Drive, Toms River

Sunday, October 27 @ 2:00pm - Ain't Too Proud - The Life and Times of The Temptations at State Theatre New Jersey, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick

Sunday, October 27 @ 3:00pm - Main Street Theatre Company presents "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels" at Main Street Theatre Company, 70 County Rd 516, Old Bridge

Sunday, October 27 @ 3:00pm - Good Stuff: A Tribute to Steely Dan at Algonquin Arts Theatre, 60 Abe Voorhees, Manasquan

Sunday, October 27 @ 4:00pm - Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let’s Play at Count Basie Center for the Arts, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank

Sunday, October 27 @ 7:00pm - O-Town “10th Anniversary of Lines & Circles” w/ LFO at The Vogel, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank

Sunday, October 27 @ 7:00pm - bergenPAC’s 20th Annual Gala: Diana Ross – Beautiful Love Performances Legacy Tour at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood

Sunday, October 27 @ 7:30pm - It Was 50 Years Ago Today: A Tribute to the Beatles at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown

Monday, October 28 @ 7:30pm - Great Art on Screen - Munch: Love, Ghosts and Lady Vampires at Monmouth University - Pollak Theatre, 400 Cedar Avenue, West Long Branch

Tuesday, October 29 @ 2:30pm - A Tribute to Jean Valentine – Panel Discussion featuring Alice Ostriker, Joan Larkin, Carey Salerno, and Ann Marie Macari at Monmouth University - The Great Hall, 400 Cedar Avenue, West Long Branch

Tuesday, October 29 @ 4:30pm - Poetry Readings with Q&A Featuring Alicia Ostriker & Joan Larkin at Monmouth University - The Great Hall, 400 Cedar Avenue, West Long Branch

Tuesday, October 29 @ 7:30pm - Gipsy Kings featuring Nicolas Reyes at Count Basie Center for the Arts, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank


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Thursday, October 24, 2024 @ 7:00pm
State Theatre New Jersey
15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
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Friday, October 25, 2024 @ 7:00pm
Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC)
30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood, NJ 07631
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Tuesday, October 29, 2024 @ 4:30pm
Monmouth University - The Great Hall
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