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theatre
Sirius Radio Broadway host Seth Rudetsky to interview and accompany Broadway star Adam Pascal at Bell Theater 
(HOLMDEL, NJ) -- Adam Pascal, the original Roger from the Pulitzer Prize-winning Broadway musical Rent, is coming to Bell Theater at Bell Works in Holmdel on Saturday, March 8, 2025 at 8:00pm. This one-night-only performance is part of Seth Rudetsky's Big Fat Broadway Live series, an up-close and personal mix of songs from Pascal's Broadway career, plus intimate, behind-the-scenes stories coupled with Rudetsky's funny, insightful and revealing questions.
This Week in Theatre: Previews for Plays Taking Place February 18-24, 2025 
Here are previews of plays taking place from February 18-24, 2025 including a look at productions currently being presented and those coming soon. New Jersey Stage covers Equity, community, college, and high school theatre. Check back every week for the weekly theatre preview. Click on the title to go to the full preview. Jump to Featured Events, Event Previews, Event Listings, Coming Soon.
South Camden Theatre Company presents "Hollywood, Nebraska" by Kenneth Jones 
(CAMDEN, NJ) -- South Camden Theatre Company kicks off their 2025 season with Hollywood, Nebraska by Kenneth Jones weekends from February 28 through March 16, 2025. In the play, two forty-something actresses have returned to their dying hometown in the Great Plains of Nebraska.
PHOTOS from "The Diary of Anne Frank" at Algonquin Arts Theatre 
(MANASQUAN, NJ) -- Algonquin Arts Theatre is presenting four performances of The Diary of Anne Frank from February 15-22, 2025. Embark on a poignant journey through history with one of the most powerful and enduring stories of resilience, family, hope, and the human spirit. Anne Frank's eloquent and deeply moving words leap from the pages of her diary to the stage.
music
The Newton Theatre presents Grunge Fest: Tributes to Pearl Jam and Chris Cornell 
(NEWTON, NJ) -- On Saturday, April 5, 2025, The Newton Theatre presents Grunge Fest: Tributes to Pearl Jam and Chris Cornell featuring performances by The Ledbetters and Superuknown. Showtime is 8:00pm.
This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from February 18-24, 2025 
Here is a look at shows taking place from February 18-24, 2025 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.
Czech National Symphony Orchestra, Richard Thompson, and Jason Isbell Set to Perform at McCarter Theatre Center This Weekend 
(PRINCETON, NJ) -- McCarter Theatre Center presents an exciting weekend of performances, starting with the Czech National Symphony Orchestra on Friday and two exciting WXPN Welcomes events: Richard Thompson on Saturday, and Jason Isbell on Sunday.
Renee Maskin New Jersey Film Festival Video Interview 
Al Nigrin, Executive Director and Curator of the New Jersey Film Festival, sits down with Renee Maskin, who will be performing at the festival on February 21st, for an interview.
BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 2/17/25 
Indeyevid, Dub Proof + Earthdub, Matthew Mirliani, J Thoubbs, Slow Buildings, Dr. Void, Northvale, 9fm. Plus a look back at " Your Family Sucks" by The Heshers.
comedy
Avenel Performing Arts Center presents comedian Joe Matarese on Saturday 
(AVENEL, NJ) -- The Avenel Performing Arts Center presents comedian Joe Matarese on Saturday, February 22, 2025. Joe's current tour is called 93.7% Italian and if your name ends in a vowel you’ll love his standup show. If you aren't Italian you’ll still enjoy Joe's performance, well at least 6.7% of it. Showtime is 8:00pm.
New Session of Improv Classes for Adults at Vivid Stage 
(SUMMIT, NJ) -- Vivid Stage, in residence at Oakes Center at 120 Morris Avenue in Summit, is enrolling its Spring session of improv classes for adults. This session, which includes three different classes, begins on March 10, 2025. There is a 20% discount for students taking more than one class in a single session.
film
The ShowRoom and Parlor Gallery presents "Dedicated to David" - a special film series honoring David Lynch 
(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- The ShowRoom and Parlor Gallery are proud to co-present Dedicated to David, a special film series celebrating the groundbreaking work of the late David Lynch. Known for his surreal mysteries, haunting dreamscapes, and uniquely American nightmares, Lynch redefined cinematic storytelling with films that continue to mesmerize, provoke, and inspire.
dance
McCarter Theatre presents Bereishit Dance Company 
(PRINCETON, NJ) -- McCarter Theatre presents Bereishit Dance Company on Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 7:30pm in the Matthews Theatre. Drawing from many sources, including martial arts and street dance, Bereishit Dance Company creates groundbreaking performances that take your breath away.
art
Novado Gallery presents "I Said What I Said" group exhibition 
(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Novado Gallery presents I Said What I Said, a group exhibition that asserts the power of artistic voice, truth, and presence. The exhibit runs from March 8 through April 18, 2025. Curated by Jerome China, the exhibit celebrates the role of artists in shaping identity and challenging societal norms through unfiltered, direct, and fearless artistic expression.
The Art House Gallery presents "Reconstructions" by Sarah J. Mueller 
(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Art House Productions proudly presents "Reconstructions" by Artist Sarah J. Mueller. The exhibition runs from Saturday, March 1 through Sunday, March 30, 2025. Sarah's recent work challenges traditional portraiture by removing its fundamental purpose – to capture and honor a specific subject.
Jaune Quick-to-See Smith's Six-Decade-Long Career Culminates with Curation of Largest Museum Exhibition of Contemporary Native American Art Now on View at Zimmerli Art Museum 
(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- Currently on view at the Zimmerli Art Museum at Rutgers University—New Brunswick, Indigenous Identities: Here, Now & Always is an unprecedented survey of contemporary Native American art, the largest of its kind to date, curated by the late Jaune Quick-to-See Smith (Citizen of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Nation).
community
Mayor Baraka Opens Ronald L. Rice Arts Center West for Youth Exploration of Arts and Music 
(NEWARK, NJ) -- Mayor Ras J. Baraka, the Office of Violence Prevention and Trauma Recovery (OVPTR), Invest Newark, members of the family of the late New Jersey State Senator Ronald L. Rice, and other dignitaries opened the Ronald L. Rice Arts Center West on February 18, 2025. The facility is located at 460-462 South 18th Street in the West Ward.
Events This Week in New Jersey from February 18-24, 2025 
Here is a look at upcoming events taking place from February 18-24, 2025 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.
books
Author Angie Kim to 'Celebrate Women Stories' at Four Ocean County Library Branches in March 
(TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- You're invited to share in a special Women's History Month event with award-winning novelist Angie Kim at the Ocean County Library. Join us for "Celebrating Women Stories with Author Angie Kim" at four OCL branches
