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theatre
Old Library Theatre presents the musical "Rock of Ages" 
(FAIR LAWN, NJ) -- Old Library Theatre (OLT) presents the musical, Rock of Ages across two weekends from March 14-23, 2025. Old Library Theatre becomes the Sunset Strip in this new immersive take on the 5 Time TONY Nominated musical! Aqua Net, Lycra, lace, and liquor flow freely at one of the Sunset Strip’s last legendary venues, a place where sex machine Stacee Jaxx takes the stage and scantily clad groupies line up to turn their fantasies into reality.
LoMotion Live presents "The Devil and Daisy Dirt" - A Garden State Gothic Event 
(BOONTON, NJ) -- LoMotion Live presents a brand-new theatrical experience, The Devil and Daisy Dirt, featuring live music, a life-sized puppet, and a deep dive into New Jersey's most intriguing lore. The performance takes place Saturday, April 26, 2025 at The Parsippany Arts Center. Showtime is 8:00pm.
The Maplewood Strollers presents "The Colored Museum" by George C. Wolfe 
(MAPLEWOOD, NJ) -- The Maplewood Strollers presents The Colored Museum across two weekends (March 14-16 and March 21-22, 2025) at The Burgdorff Center. This critically acclaimed play by George C. Wolfe takes a deep dive into African American identity through a series of engaging sketches and songs.
RVCC presents "Bars, Apartments and Batman" - A Performing Arts Showcase featuring One-Acts and Extended Scenes 
(BRANCHBURG, NJ) -- Raritan Valley Community College's Arts & Design department will stage a Performing Arts Showcase, Bars, Apartments and Batman, March 26-28, 2025 at 7:00pm each night. The showcase, which is free of charge and open to the public, will be presented in the Welpe Theatre at the College's Branchburg campus.
Vivid Stage presents "In The Mix" - An Evening of World Premiere Plays all written in the last 3 months 
(SUMMIT, NJ) -- Vivid Stage, in residence at the Oakes Center, will present In the Mix, an evening of new short plays that tell the stories of our times, from April 3-13, 2025. This captivating evening of world premiere short plays blends comedy and drama to bring to life the topics that everyone's talking about.
music
State Theatre New Jersey presents Night Ranger 
(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents rock legends Night Ranger on Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 7:30pm. Having sold over 17 million albums worldwide, performed on over 4000 stages, and captivated a radio audience exceeding one billion, Night Ranger has epitomized and transcended the arena rock sound and style well beyond that era.
Monmouth University's Center for the Arts presents An Evening with Rickie Lee Jones 
(WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ) -- Monmouth University's Center for the Arts presents An Evening with Rickie Lee Jones on Friday, May 16, 2025 at 8:00pm in the Pollak Theatre. This concert was rescheduled from October 12th and tickets for that date will be valid.
McCarter Theatre presents Julia Fischer on violin and Jan Lisiecki on piano 
(PRINCETON, NJ) -- McCarter Theatre presents internationally acclaimed violinist Julia Fischer and piano sensation Jan Lisiecki on Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 7:30pm in the Matthews Theatre.
Bravura Philharmonic Orchestra presents "Blend of the East and West" featuring Jin Yang, Chinese Pipa Master 
(PLAINSBORO, NJ) -- The award-winning Bravura Philharmonic Orchestra, under its renowned conductor Chiu-Tze Lin, presents "Bending of the East and West," on March 16, 2025 at Princeton Alliance Church in Plainsboro. The program will feature the Chinese Pipa Master Ms. Jin Yang. This collaboration of a Chinese folk instrument soloing with a western classical symphony orchestra is a one-of-a-kind event that will bring a unique experience in sound. Showtime is 7:00pm.
AERIA Records releases "Billy Hector Live at the Saint" in Dolby Atmos 
(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- On February 19, 2018 blues guitar legend Billy Hector and an outstanding line up comprised of Sim Cain on drums, Winston Roye on bass, David Nunez on keys, Tommy La Bella on tenor sax, Steve Jankowski on trumpet, and John Martin on baritone saxophone delivered a blistering, high spirited performance at the Saint in Asbury Park tempered only by a graceful guest appearance by the lovely Suzan Elle on lead vocals for the enchanting ballad "Wild Heart".
comedy
Majah Hype, the Caribbean King of Comedy, to Perform at NJPAC 
(NEWARK, NJ) -- Renowned as the "Caribbean King of Comedy," Majah Hype first captivated audiences with viral videos showcasing his hilarious original characters, relatable to anyone familiar with Afro-Caribbean culture. See for yourself when he performs at New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 7:00pm.
dance
Works & Process presents New Jersey Ballet: Maria Kowroski and Harrison Ball 
(NEW YORK, NY) -- Works & Process presents New Jersey Ballet: Maria Kowroski and Harrison Ball, on April 14, 2025 at Guggenheim New York in the Peter B. Lewis Theater. See highlights from former New York City Ballet principal dancer Harrison Ball's second commission for New Jersey Ballet.
New Jersey Dance Theatre Ensemble and Nancy Turano to Take a Final Bow 
(SUMMIT, NJ) -- New Jersey Dance Theatre Ensemble's Award-winning Artistic Director, Nancy Turano will take a final bow after 31 years at the helm of the organization. NJDTE will close its doors on June 1, 2025, after serving the New Jersey Community for 56 years.
poetry
Sunflower Sutras & Scarlet Begonias: A Tribute to Allen Ginsberg Comes to New Hope 
(NEW HOPE, PA) -- Dharma Bums in New Hope will host "Sunflower Sutras & Scarlet Begonias: A Tribute to Allen Ginsberg" on Saturday, April 5, 2025, the anniversary of his passing—an evening dedicated to celebrating the life and work of the iconic Beat Generation poet. The event will feature poetry readings by those who knew and collaborated with Ginsberg, along with musical performances.
books
The Stories, Science, and History of Trees: Virtual Author Talk with Smithsonian Gardens Greenhouse Horticulturalist Matthew Fleming 
(TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- Join in online as Smithsonian Horticulturalist Matthew Fleming guides us through the secret world of trees as revealed in The Tree Book: The Stories, Science, and History of Trees. This free author talk will take place virtually on Tuesday, April 8, 2025. The event begins at 2:00pm.
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NJPAC presents Stand-up Comedian Shuler King
Two Spectacular Family Shows Coming to Bell Theater at Bell Works
United Children's Music Project presents Latin Night Thursdays
Mainland Regional High School presents "Hello, Dolly!"
(LINWOOD, NJ) -- Mainland Regional High School presents its spring musical, Hello, Dolly!, a dazzling Broadway classic, with four performances from March 20-22, 2025. Filled with lively dance numbers, stunning costumes, and unforgettable music, Hello, Dolly! is a heartwarming tale of love, adventure, and the pursuit of happiness.
