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Cast Set or THERE'S NO PLACE LIKE HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS at The Actors Studio of New Jersey
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2025
The Actors Studio of New Jersey will present There's No Place Like Home for the Holidays, a brand-new holiday spectacular lighting up the historic Dunellen Theatre.
ALL YOU NEED IS GEORGE to Bring George Harrison’s Music to The Newton Theatre in March 2026
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2025
ALL YOU NEED IS GEORGE, an all-star celebration of George Harrison, will arrive at The Newton Theatre on March 12, 2026. The concert will feature music from Harrison’s work with The Beatles, his solo catalog, and The Traveling Wilburys.
Comedian Carlos Ballarta to Return to New Jersey Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2025
Get ready, Newark! Carlos Ballarta is returning to the New Jersey Performing Arts Center. Ballarta, a stand-up comedian and actor from Mexico City, has been making audiences laugh for over 10 years.
Comedian Russell Peters to Return to New Jersey Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2025
Russell Peters will return with an all-new world tour, entitled the Relax World Tour, making a stop in Newark, at New Jersey Performing Arts Center in May.
Christopher Fitzgerald to Star in THE GOOD THIEF at Two River Theater
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2025
Two River Theater will present its one-week-only production of The Good Thief starring three-time Tony Award nominee Christopher Fitzgerald in the title role.
American Theater Groups Will Host IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE Post Show Talkback
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2025
American Theater Group (ATG) will present a talkback following the Sun. Dec. 14th 2pm performance of Joe Landry’s It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play at the DMK Black Box Theater
First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld New Jersey Awards; RIDE THE CYCLONE Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 01, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld New Jersey Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Broadway Icon Bernadette Peters Comes To NJPAC In May 2026
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2025
New Jersey Performing Arts Center will present an evening with three-time award-winning actress, singer, and Broadway icon Bernadette Peters. The performance will take place on Sunday, May 31, at 7:00 p.m..
Centenary Stage Company’s THE WIZARD OF OZ Continues With Second Week Of Performances
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2025
Centenary Stage Company will continue its annual family holiday presentation with its production of The Wizard of Oz, now entering its second week of performances in the Sitnik Theatre at the Lackland Performing Arts Center.
Yo-Yo Ma, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and More to Perform at New Jersey Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2025
The New Jersey Performing Arts Center will welcome a lineup of world-class talent, including Yo-Yo Ma and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. Audiences can also look forward to a celebration of iconic film music performed by the New Jersey Symphony.
TWITTY & LYNN: A SALUTE TO CONWAY & LORETTA Comes to the Levoy Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2025
There's never been a more dynamic country music duo than Conway Twitty and Loretta Lynn! Now, the torch has been passed to the next generation: Tayla Lynn and Tre Twitty.
Heidi Schreck's WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME Is Coming To Morristown
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2025
Pioneer Production will produce a special, limited-engagement run of Heidi Schreck's What the Constitution Means to Me, coming to Morristown in early 2026.
Photos: Bergen County Players To Present IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A BCP RADIO PLAY
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2025
Bergen County Players will present IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A BCP RADIO PLAY this December with a limited run at the Little Firehouse Theatre in Oradell. Check out photos of the cast.
Interview: Director Joe Discher and IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY by ATG
by Marina Kennedy - November 26, 2025
We had the pleasure of interviewing Director Joe Discher about his career and 'It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play' by ATG.
The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey To Host 2025 Holiday Market
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2025
The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey will host a festive, Bryant Park–style Holiday Market on Saturday, December 13 from 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM and Sunday, December 14 from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM in the Studio at the F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre.
'TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS To Play MCCC's Kelsey Theatre In December
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2025
Santa will be arriving a little early this year when the holiday classic 'Twas the Night Before Christmas' comes to life on the stage of Mercer County Community College's (MCCC) Kelsey Theatre, Dec. 5-7.
Photos: Mary Kate Morrissey and More in FROZEN at Paper Mill Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2025
Paper Mill Playhouse is bringing Disney’s Frozen to audiences this holiday season. You can now get a first look at production photos, featuring Mary Kate Morrissey and more.
Nimbus Dance Brings JERSEY NUTCRACKER to Kean University
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2025
Kean Stage will present Nimbus Dance’s Jersey Nutcracker for two performances, at 1:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m., on Saturday, December 6 at Wilkins Theatre. Learn more here!
Sam Heughan’s Book Tour Comes to bergenPAC
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2025
bergenPAC has announced one new event. Actor Sam Heughan will bring his book tour for The Cocktail Diaries: A Spirited Adventure to bergenPAC’s stage in December.
Passage Theatre and Trenton Film Society Team Up to Screen Holiday Films
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2025
Passage Theatre Company and the Trenton Film Society have announced a brand-new Holly Folly Film Festival, a four-day celebration for adults and children running next week.
CHICAGO, A BRONX TALE, AND RENT IN CONCERT Come to MPAC In Winter 2026
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
Mayo Performing Arts Center will launch the new year with a schedule that includes CHICAGO, A BRONX TALE starring Chazz Palminteri, and RENT IN CONCERT.
State Theatre New Jersey Launches Holiday Sale
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
State Theatre New Jersey has launched a Holiday Sale offering savings up to 50% on tickets to most of its upcoming performances. This holiday season, patrons can unlock these special savings with promo code THANKFUL.
Centenary Stage Company to Present WIZARD OF OZ Character Photo Fundraiser
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
Centenary Stage Company is adding extra magic to this year’s Holiday Spectacular, The Wizard of Oz, with a character photo fundraiser. Families are invited to meet and take photos with beloved characters from the production.
Voting Open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld New Jersey Awards
by BWW Awards - November 24, 2025
Voting is now open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld New Jersey Awards. The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
Kate Kortum Wins 2025 Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
As part of NJPAC’s TD James Moody Jazz Festival, the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) announced Kate Kortum as the winner of the 14th annual Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition. 

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