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Interview: Tim Lynch-Theater Arts Director at Ridge HS in Basking Ridge
by Marina Kennedy - January 07, 2026
Tim Lynch has built one of the top high school theatre programs in New Jersey and is widely recognized for his bold risk-taking and artistic vision.
The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey to Present REVOLUTIONARY VOICES Series
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2026
The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey will present Revolutionary Voices, a season-long play reading series examining the promise and potential of America.
Undead Arts And New Jersey Symphony to Present THE MAGIC FLUTE
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2026
Undead Arts, in collaboration with the New Jersey Symphony, will present a reimagined production of Mozart's The Magic Flute at The Harborside Atrium.
Centenary Stage Company to Present The Six One Five Collective at THAW Music Festival
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2026
Centenary Stage Company will present the Six One Five Collective as part of the Winter THAW Music Festival. The performance will take place in the Sitnik Theatre of the Lackland Performing Arts Center on the campus of Centenary University.
Tickets on Sale for ASL and Spoken English ELEPHANT SHOES at Two River Theater
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2026
Tickets are now on sale for Two River Theater's Elephant Shoes, a world premiere co-production with Deaf West Theatre, directed and choreographed by Jeff Calhoun.
Jon Rudnitsky Will Lead SECRETS TO PHYSICAL COMEDY AND STAND-UP Industry Masterclass at the PTW Comedy Conservatory
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2026
Performers Theatre Workshop (PTW) will welcome renowned actor, comedian and New Jersey native Jon Rudnitsky (Saturday Night Live, Curb Your Enthusiasm) as their first PTW Comedy Conservatory Masterclass guest of 2026 .
Vivid Stage Celebrates MLK Jr. With PRETTY FIRE
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2026
On Sunday, January 18 at 2:00 pm, Vivid will co-sponsor a reading of Charlayne Woodard's play PRETTY FIRE with Interweave and Saint John's Lutheran Church of Summit.
YOUR BRAIN IS MAGIC TOUR Comes to NJPAC
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2026
New Jersey Performing Arts Center will welcome the wildly popular kids' science podcast Brains On! for a brand-new stage spectacular: Brains On! Live: Your Brain Is Magic! on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at 3:00 PM.
Third SOMA backStage Reading Series Kicks Off At SOPAC This Month
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2026
SOPAC and SOMA Stage will present the third SOMA backStage Reading Series featuring new works by Jenny Stafford and Holly Reed and Kelvin Reed. The series highlights staged readings with Broadway performers and includes post-show talkbacks.
Grammy Winner Avery Sunshine To Perform At New Jersey Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2026
Avery Sunshine will perform in concert at New Jersey Performing Arts Center’s Victoria Theater. The GRAMMY Award–winning singer brings her progressive R&B sound to Newark as part of NJPAC’s concert programming.
MULEHEADED, OR ZORA AND LANGSTON WRITE A PLAY By David Robson to Premiere at Passage Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2026
Passage Theatre, the only professional theatre company in Trenton, will open David Robson's Muleheaded, or Zora and Langston Write a Play, a world premiere.
24nd Annual Young Playwrights Competition Now Accepting Entries
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2026
The Theater Project, an award-winning professional company and incubator for rising talent, is encouraging New Jersey's creative young people to enter its annual Young Playwrights Competition.
Vivid Stage Holds Annual Fundraiser On Valentine's Day, MAD LOVE
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2026
Vivid Stage, in residence at the Oakes Center at 120 Morris Avenue in Summit, will hold its annual gala fundraiser on Saturday, February 14, 2026. This special Valentine's Day celebration will be held at the Oakes Center in Summit from 6pm-10pm. 
JAGGED LITTLE PILL Cast Revealed At The Actors Studio Of New Jersey
by BWW News Desk - January 05, 2026
The Actors Studio of New Jersey has announced the cast and creative team for its upcoming production of Alanis Morissette's Jagged Little Pill, which will launch the company's residency at the historic Dunellen Theatre this February.
Gateway Playhouse Will Host OLD FRIENDS Musical Fundraiser With Debby Jenkins and Brian Conover
by BWW News Desk - January 05, 2026
Gateway Playhouse will host a special one-night-only musical fundraiser titled “Old Friends: A Night of Songs and Stories” featuring Debby Jenkins and Brian Conover.
Morris Museum to Host BUCKY PIZZARELLI 100TH CELEBRATION
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2026
A swingin’ 100th celebration of the late, great Bucky Pizzarelli (New Jersey’s own guitarist), whose career spanned seven decades as he strummed along with the likes of Benny Goodman and Miles Davis.
A Psychological Duel in Asbury Park: de Rogatis and LeBlanc Take on Albee
by Team BWW - January 02, 2026
This January, the Jersey Shore Arts Center will become the staging ground for a masterclass in psychological warfare. Under the sharp, unflinching direction of Theo Devaney, Edward Albee’s seminal masterpiece, At Home at the Zoo, finds new life in a production that promises to be as visceral as it is intellectual. At the heart of this revival are two powerhouses of the craft: three-time Emmy winner and daytime icon Christian Jules LeBlanc and acclaimed Off-Broadway actor and Ruth Stage Chairman Matt de Rogatis.
Chris Funk Brings REDEFINING WONDER to the Winter Thaw Music Festival
by BWW News Desk - December 31, 2025
Centenary Stage Company will present Redefining Wonder, featuring award-winning illusionist and musician Chris Funk, as part of the Winter Thaw Music Festival on Thursday, January 8 at 7:00 PM.
Bergen County Players Will Host Post-Show Talkback With Jakob Holder, Executive Director of the Edward F. Albee Foundation
by BWW News Desk - December 31, 2025
Bergen County Players, one of America's longest-running little theater companies, will host a special post-show talkback with Jakob Holder, Executive Director of the Edward F. Albee Foundation.
KASHMIR: The Spirit of Led Zeppelin Live is Coming to The Newton Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 30, 2025
In celebration of two groundbreaking albums, Kashmir: The Spirit of Led Zeppelin Live will present the 55/50 Tour, marking the 55th anniversary of Led Zeppelin IV and the 50th anniversary of Presence.
2025 NJ Coverage Highlights-Read More in 2026
by Marina Kennedy - December 30, 2025
Read some of our most popular articles in 2025 and visit our site frequently in 2026 to be in the know!
Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld New Jersey Awards; FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 29, 2025
This is the last chance to vote 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!
Big Beat Big Band Comes to Centenary Stage Company as Part of the Winter Thaw Music Festival
by BWW News Desk - December 29, 2025
Centenary Stage Company will present Big Beat Big Band as part of the Winter Thaw Music Festival on Sunday, January 25 at 2:00 PM. The performance will take place in the Sitnik Theatre of the Lackland Performing Arts Center.
Morris Museum in Morristown-A Fascinating Destination for Culture and Art
by Marina Kennedy - December 26, 2025
Are you looking for a great day out with family and friends?  Look no further than the world-class Morris Museum, a Smithsonian Institution Affiliate, conveniently located in Morristown.
Works & Process Residencies to Present ARTYARD: New Jersey Ballet: Wings Of Desire By Roderick George
by BWW News Desk - December 26, 2025
Join in for a culmination of New Jersey Ballet's week-long Works & Process creative residency at ArtYard. Company favorites will be performed and see an inside look at the creative process of choreographer Roderick George's newest work.

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