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The latest news on live theatre in New Jersey.

NINE Comes to Chatham Playhouse in May
by Stephi Wild - April 22, 2024


The Chatham Community Players will conclude its 102nd Season with the critically acclaimed and modern musical classic, “NINE” with music & lyrics by Maury Yeston and book by Arthur Kopit from May 3 – 18, 2024 at The Chatham Playhouse.

Interview: Winnie Holzman and CHOICE at McCarter Theatre Center
by Marina Kennedy - April 22, 2024


Broadwayworld had the pleasure of interviewing Winnie Holzman about her career and 'CHOICE' at McCarter Theatre Center.

Video: Cast of George Street Playhouse's TICK, TICK...BOOM! Performs 'Real Life'
by Blair Ingenthron - April 21, 2024


Watch 'Real Life' performed by John Yi, Cathryn Wake & Daniel Marconi from George Street Playhouse's production of tick, tick...BOOM! in the video here!

Video: Two River Theater's A THOUSAND MAIDS Releases Official Trailer
by Blair Ingenthron - April 21, 2024


Two River Theater has released a trailer for A Thousand Maids by Tony Meneses, running through April 28th.

Video: Watch a Preview for CLUE, Coming to State Theatre New Jersey Next Weekend
by Blair Ingenthron - April 21, 2024


State Theatre New Jersey will present CLUE, the hilarious murder mystery comedy, for four performances on Saturday, April 27 at 2pm and 8pm and Sunday, April 28 at 1pm and 6:30pm. Watch a preview for the production in the video here!

New Non-Profit Theatre Company The Actors Studio of New Jersey Officially Launches
by Blair Ingenthron - April 20, 2024


The Actors Studio of New Jersey (ASNJ) has announced its official launch as a nonprofit theater company dedicated to pushing the boundaries of theatrical innovation while fostering community accessibility.

Interview: NEW PLAY READING FESTIVAL at The Growing Stage
by Marina Kennedy - April 19, 2024


The Growing Stage, The Children’s Theatre of New Jersey, located in the Historic Palace Theatre on Route 183 in Netcong, New Jersey is thrilled to present the four finalists for our New Play-Reading Festival. We had the opportunity to interview the playwrights and learn a bit about each of them.

World Premiere of Julia Blauvelt's TWO HANDER to Open This Weekend at NJ REP
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 19, 2024


New Jersey Repertory Company will continue its 27th Season with the world premiere of Two Hander by Julia Blauvelt. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Sara Davis Buechner Plays Beethoven With The Princeton Symphony Orchestra This May
by A.A. Cristi - April 18, 2024


Join the Princeton Symphony Orchestra as award-winning pianist Sara Davis Buechner performs Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 1 in C Major, Op. 15 on May 11-12.

New Jersey Youth Symphony Celebrates 45th Anniversary At NJPAC In May
by A.A. Cristi - April 18, 2024


The New Jersey Youth Symphony (NJYS), a program of Wharton Arts, will present its 45th Anniversary Celebration Concert on Sunday, May 5 at 3:00 p.m. at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) in Newark.

New Jersey Youth Symphony to Celebrate 45th Anniversary at NJPAC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 18, 2024


The New Jersey Youth Symphony will present its 45th Anniversary Celebration Concert at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark. Learn more about the concert and see how to purchase tickets.

Video: Cast of TICK, TICK...BOOM! at George Street Playhouse Previews 30/90
by Joshua Wright - April 18, 2024


Watch as Daniel Marconi (Jonathan), Cathryn Wake (Susan) and John Yi (Michael) give a special preview performance of 30/90 from Tick, Tick.. Boom! with accompaniment by Andrew David Sotomayor.

The Growing Stage Reveals Four Finalists For New Play-Reading Festival
by Stephi Wild - April 18, 2024


The Growing Stage: The Children’s Theatre of New Jersey, will present the four finalists for their New Play-Reading Festival. 

AVATAR: THE LAST AIRBENDER IN CONCERT Comes to NJPAC in October
by Stephi Wild - April 18, 2024


The initial set of global tour dates for the highly anticipated Avatar: The Last Airbender In Concert will include New Jersey at New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on Sunday, October 13th at 3:00 p.m.  

New Plays Take Center Stage In The Premiere Stages 2024 Season
by A.A. Cristi - April 17, 2024


Discover the new plays set to take the spotlight in the Premiere Stages 2024 Season. This year, expect innovative storytelling and unique performances from a diverse range of playwrights.

State Theatre New Jersey Presents MEAN GIRLS This May
by A.A. Cristi - April 17, 2024


Catch the phenomenal Broadway hit MEAN GIRLS at the State Theatre New Jersey on May 11-12, 2024. Experience the humor and drama of this iconic show live on stage.

McCarter Announces New Leadership Team Members
by A.A. Cristi - April 17, 2024


McCarter Theatre Center has announced two significant appointments to its leadership team: Donya K. Washington as the new BOLD Associate Artistic Director and Joe Peacock as Director of Development.

Review: GUN & POWDER at Paper Mill Playhouse-An Exciting, Elaborate New Musical
by Marina Kennedy - April 17, 2024


Paper Mill Playhouse is presenting the exciting and elaborate new musical, 'Gun & Powder.'

Complete Cast Set for New Musical FLY MORE THAN YOU FALL at The Puffin Cultural Forum
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 17, 2024


Discover the complete cast for the New Jersey premiere of the new musical FLY MORE THAN YOU FALL. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Video: Ciara Renée Sings 'Real Woman' from GUN & POWDER at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Joshua Wright - April 17, 2024


Watch Ciara Renée sing 'Real Woman' from Paper Mill Playhouse's new musical Gun & Powder, with book and lyrics by Angelica Chéri and music by Ross Baum in this all-new video.

Cast Set For CANNED GOODS From American Theatre Group
by Stephi Wild - April 17, 2024


 American Theater Group (ATG) has announced the cast of the world premiere of the provocative new play, Canned Goods, by Erik Kahn, running May 9-11th at Hamilton Stage in Rahway, NJ and May 16-19th at the Sieminski Theater in Basking Ridge, NJ.  NY-based Director Charlotte Cohn will helm the production.

Lyle Lovett and Lisa Loeb Perform at MPAC in May
by Stephi Wild - April 17, 2024


Two iconic songwriters will share the stage, trade songs and swap stories when Lyle Lovett and Lisa Loeb perform together at Mayo Performing Arts Center on Wednesday, May 15 at 7:30 pm.

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Performs Mother's Day Weekend at NJPAC
by Stephi Wild - April 17, 2024


Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will complete its 65th anniversary coast-to-coastUnited States tour to 21 cities at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) MOTHER’S DAY WEEKEND with performances Friday, May 10 at 8pm, Saturday, May 11th at 8pm and Sunday, May 12 at 3pm.

New Restaurant 87 Sussex Will Celebrate Grand Opening With New Jersey Performers
by Stephi Wild - April 17, 2024


New restaurant 87 Sussex will be celebrating their grand-opening all weekend long on Friday, April 26 and Saturday, April 27th starting at  5 p.m. with music performances, spirit and wine tastings, giveaways, photo booth and so much more.

Richard Dawkins Comes to NJPAC in September
by Stephi Wild - April 17, 2024


Settle in for an unforgettable evening with Richard Dawkins, the world-renowned evolutionary biologist, author, and public intellectual, as he brings his highly anticipated tour to New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on Friday, September 24, 2024.


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Tick, Tick...Boom! in New Jersey Tick, Tick...Boom!
George Street Playhouse (4/23 - 5/19) Tracker
James and the Giant Peach in New Jersey James and the Giant Peach
First Presbyterian Church (4/26 - 5/5)

LIMITED TICKETS REMAIN Tracker
The Prom in New Jersey The Prom
Phoenix Productions (at the Count Basie Center for the Arts) (5/3 - 5/4) Tracker
PHOTOS
Choice in New Jersey Choice
McCarter Theatre Center (5/8 - 6/2) Tracker
Patti LuPone in New Jersey Patti LuPone
Mayo Performing Arts Center (3/8 - 5/17) Tracker
The Muppet Christmas Carol in Concert in New Jersey The Muppet Christmas Carol in Concert
Count Basie Center for the Arts (12/6 - 12/6)
Disney's Frozen JR. in New Jersey Disney's Frozen JR.
Surflight Theatre (8/7 - 8/11)
Titanic in New Jersey Titanic
Surflight Theatre (7/30 - 8/18)
Chris Ruggiero’s Summer Serenade/  New Brunswick Performing Arts Center in New Jersey Chris Ruggiero’s Summer Serenade/  New Brunswick Performing Arts Center
NBPAC (6/21 - 6/21)
Mike Marino in New Jersey Mike Marino
Surflight Theatre (8/25 - 8/25)
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