Review: A CHANGE OF POSITION at NJ Rep-A New Play with Memorable Characters
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Review: GILBERT AND SULLIVAN'S H.M.S. PINAFORE at Jay And Linda Grunin Center
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Review: THE LITTLE MERMAID at Moorestown Theater Company
As temperatures reach the stratosphere this summer, it’s a good idea to cool off “under the sea” with the award-winning Moorestown Theater Company’s swimmingly good production of The Little Mermaid, their 261st show, directed by Mark Morgan and produced by Mark Morgan and Carol Ann Murray.
Review: Ken Ludwig’s BASKERVILLE: A SHERLOCK HOLMES MYSTERY at STNJ Intrigues
The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) is now presenting a spirited production of 'Ken Ludwig's Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery' skillfully directed by the Theatre’s Artistic Director, Brian B.
Review: MALA ARIA at Premiere Stages-An Excellent and Affecting New Play
Premiere Stages opens their 2026 season with an exceptional production of Gloria Majule’s new play, Mala Aria that was the winner of the theater’s 2025 Premiere Play Festival.
Review: VIENNA LESSONS at NJ Rep-A Smart and Compelling World Premiere Play
Jersey Repertory Company (NJ Rep) is currently presenting the riveting world premiere of Jack Canfora’s The Vienna Lessons, skillfully directed by the theatre’s Associate Artistic Director, Evan Bergman, and featuring an exquisite three-person cast.
Review: WEST SIDE STORY at Paper Mill Playhouse-A Stellar Production
The story is a modern reimaging of the tale, Romeo and Juliet.
Review: SIZWE BANZI IS DEAD at Crossroads-Riveting and Entertaining
The time is now to see the powerful award-winning play, SIZWE BANZI IS DEAD at the renowned Crossroads Theatre Company (CTC)
Review: Noel Coward’s PRIVATE LIVES at STNJ-A Comedic Delight
STNJ’s theme for this season is “Method and Madness,” and Private Lives is ideal to usher in the exciting season ahead.
Review: THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE at Burlington County Footlighters
What did our critic think of THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE at Burlington County Footlighters?
Review: & SONS at Luna Stage-A Bold and Compelling Must-See Play
Luna Stage is now presenting the outstanding World Premiere of '& Sons,' smartly written by Jack Angelo Cummings and superbly directed by Matt Monaco.
Review: SINS OF THE MOTHER at NJ Rep-A Gripping Play on the Long Branch Stage
New Jersey Repertory Company (NJ Rep) is presenting a riveting new play, 'Sins of the Mother' by acclaimed playwright Israel Horovitz.
Review: 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse Excellently Depicts History in the Making
The extraordinary musical, 1776 is now being performed at Paper Mill Playhouse through Saturday, May 2.
Review: WHAT BECAME OF US at George Street Playhouse-Relatable and Affecting
From the first moment of the show, you become immersed in the rich, personal story about the joys and challenges of a family as presented by two siblings.
Review: MY FAIR LADY by American Theater Group-Marvelous
American Theater Group (ATG) is topping off their 2025-2026 season with a superb main stage production of Lerner and Loewe’s musical theatre gem, My Fair Lady.
Review: A DOLL’S HOUSE at TRT-A Riveting Adaptation of the Classic Play
See the poignant, re-imagined production of Henrik Ibsen’s A Doll’s House at Two River Theater (TRT).
Review: SAMANTHA INSIDE OUT at NJ Rep-A Captivating One-Woman Show
New Jersey Repertory Company (NJ Rep) is launching their exciting 2026 Mainstage Season with the world premiere of 'Samantha Inside Out' by the award-winning playwright, Marisa Smith.
Review: COME FROM AWAY at Paper Mill Playhouse-Kindness Takes Center Stage
The re-imagined production of 'Come From Away' is now on stage at Paper Mill Playhouse through Sunday, March 1.
Review: EBENEZER SCROOGE’S BIG JERSEY CHRISTMAS SHOW at GSP-Holiday Fun for All
The Christmas spirit is on full display at George Street Playhouse with a show that will surely please all.
Review: IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY at STNJ-A Holiday Treasure
‘Tis the season for a show that will delight and inspire.
Review: FROZEN at Paper Mill Playhouse-An Enchanting and Spectacular Production
Paper Mill Playhouse is now presenting a spectacular production of Disney’s Frozen and audience members of all ages are thrilled!
Review: THE MONSTERS at TRT-A Compelling Family Story About Siblings and MMA Competition
There’s an outstanding production on the Two River Theater (TRT) stage! The Monsters-A Sibling Love Story is a dynamic two-hander that features exceptional writing and direction by Ngozi Anyanwu and brilliant acting of Aigner Mizelle and Okieriete Onaodowan.
Review: SOMETHING ROTTEN at Moorestown Theater Company
The award-winning Moorestown Theater Company celebrates its 9th “Second Stage” musical and 250th show with this sublime production of the uproarious musical comedy Something Rotten.
Review: MARY SHELLEY’S FRANKENSTEIN at STNJ-An Enthralling Production
The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) is now presenting Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein, and it is sensational.
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Orpheus Chamber Players: Night Revels Morris Museum (9/03-9/03) |
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The Magic of Chronicle Jersey Shore Arts Center (8/29-8/29) |
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Shoshana Bean Only Smoke Tour Union County Performing Arts Center (9/18-9/18) |
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ME, The stage Play Long Branch Church of God (10/17-10/17) |
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Batman Returns in Concert New Jersey Performing Arts Center (3/06-3/06) |
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Joshua Bell Leads Beethoven New Jersey Performing Arts Center (3/14-3/14) |
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Adelphi Orchestra: American Voices at 250 Fair Lawn Community Center Theater (10/10-10/10) |
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North By Northwest McCarter Theatre Center (3/10-3/21) |
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The Old Ladies Bar players Guild of Leonia (9/18-9/27) |
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Joshua Henry Enlow Recital Hall (9/13-9/13) |