Entertain and Dine NJ Style

This holiday season is ideal for theatergoers and foodies in New Jersey. We have listed some of the top venues along with local dining suggestions. Check out our entertainment and restaurant pairings throughout the Garden State.

Paper Mill Playhouse (Millburn) The U.S. premiere of The Bodyguard will be on the Millburn stage through January 1st. Visit: http://www.papermill.org/. Ricaltons Village Tavern is a favorite area spot located in neighboring South Orange. Visit: http://ricaltons.com/.

George Street Playhouse (New Brunswick) Daddy Long Legs, a new musical, will be on the onstage through December 24th. Visit: https://www.georgestreetplayhouse.org/. Catherine Lombardi is right next door to The Playhouse and serves fine Italian-American cuisine. Visit: http://www.catherinelombardi.com/.

The Shakespeare Theater of New Jersey (Madison) A Child's Christmas in Wales will be performed from November 30th through January 1st. Visit: http://www.shakespearenj.org/. Plan a meal at Soho 33 in downtown Madison. Visit: http://www.soho33.net/.

Kean Stage (Union) Enjoy the arts at Kean University where theatre, music and so much more is featured. Visit: http://www.keanstage.com/. Enoteca Ursino, the stylish Italian restaurant is located right on campus. Visit: http://enotecaursino.com/.

The Growing Stage (Netcong) A Christmas Carol: The Musical, a holiday favorite, is onstage through December 18th. Visit: http://www.growingstage.com/. Shakey Jakes Café is in nearby Stanhope. Visit: http://www.shakeyjakes.net/.

Two River Theater (Red Bank) A Lion in Winter is now onstage at Two River Theater through December 4th. Their holiday show, A Very Eclectic Christmas will be performed from 12/27 to 12/30. Visit: http://tworivertheater.org/. An area favorite, Danny's Steakhouse is right next door to the theater. Visit: http://dannyssteakhouse.com/.

Union County Performing Arts Center (Rahway) A wide variety of upcoming performances include dance, theatre, music and children's shows. UCPAC has three distinctive theaters. Visit: http://www.ucpac.org/. The Irving Inn is a charming neighborhood restaurant only a few blocks away from the venue. Visit: http://www.theirvinginn.com/.

New Jersey Performing Arts Center (Newark) There's always something on at NJPAC and December features performances that include Martin Lawrence, Paul Anka, and the "Hip-Hop Nutcracker." Visit: http://www.njpac.org/. And right on premises is Nico's Kitchen and Bar. Visit: http://www.nicokitchenbar.com/.

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