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Upcoming Shows

Elephant Shoes

Elephant Shoes

Jun 4 – Jun 28, 2026

Cy is on the verge of revolutionizing communication! His brilliant invention instantly translates spoken English into American Sign Language (ASL), and vice versa. But his...

Elephant Shoes

Jun 6 – Jun 28, 2026

Elephant Shoes is a new musical with a soaring contemporary score and an immersive blend of spoken English, ASL, and innovative stage technology, fully accessible...

Elephant Shoes

Jun 9 – Jun 28, 2026

Elephant Shoes is a new musical featuring a soaring contemporary score and an immersive blend of spoken English, ASL, and innovative stage technology, fully accessible...



Review: VIENNA LESSONS at NJ Rep-A Smart and Compelling World Premiere Play


by Marina Kennedy - June 16, 2026

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


by Marina Kennedy - June 03, 2026

The story is a modern reimaging of the tale, Romeo and Juliet.  Set in 1957 on the West Side of New York City in the last days of summer, there’s trouble on the streets between rival gangs, the Jets and the Sharks....

Review: SIZWE BANZI IS DEAD at Crossroads-Riveting and Entertaining


by Marina Kennedy - May 29, 2026

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


by Marina Kennedy - May 26, 2026

STNJ’s theme for this season is “Method and Madness,” and Private Lives is ideal to usher in the exciting season ahead....

Review: MRS. CHRISTIE at McCarter-Comedy for Mystery Fans and Many More


by Marina Kennedy - May 12, 2026

Mrs. Christie is the new comedy-mystery on stage at McCarter Theatre Center in their Berlind Theatre....

Review: THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE at Burlington County Footlighters


by Donna Marie Nowak - May 05, 2026

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  


by Marina Kennedy - April 24, 2026

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


by Marina Kennedy - April 14, 2026

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


by Marina Kennedy - April 08, 2026

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


by Marina Kennedy - March 24, 2026

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....

Past Shows

A Doll's House

A Doll's House

Feb 21 – Mar 15, 2026

“What is worth saving?” This question still echoes nearly 150 years after Henrik Ibsen first constructed A Doll’s House. With this sensational story about a dark secret that...

The Good Thief

Feb 4 – Feb 15, 2026

The Good Thief features three-time Tony Award nominee Christopher Fitzgerald in a tale of a small-time Irish gangster on the run. Written by Tony Award...

THE NUTCRACKER

THE NUTCRACKER

Dec 6 – Dec 7, 2025

A tradition for sixty years, American Repertory Ballet’s THE NUTCRACKER is one of the longest continuously running productions in the nation and a perfect holiday treat for...

New Jersey Ballet Presents Visionary Voices

New Jersey Ballet Presents Visionary Voices

Nov 15 – Nov 16, 2025

The program features groundbreaking works by some of today’s compelling choreographers: Jewel Box by Lauren Lovette, inspired by the inner workings of an antique music...

Agatha Christie's Murder on the Links

FeaturedAgatha Christie's Murder on the Links

Sep 13 – Oct 5, 2025

Two River Theater presents the world premiere of Agatha Christie's Murder on the Links, directed by Tony Award-winner Darko Tresnjak. The story follows the famous...

Dial M for Murder

Dial M for Murder

Feb 15 – Mar 9, 2025

Is there such a thing as the perfect murder? Planning one might be possible,but pulling it off… that’s another matter. Having discovered his beautiful —...

A Little Shakespeare: The Tempest

Jan 24 – Feb 1, 2025

A Little Shakespeare: The Tempest returns for its 12th year at Two River Theater, featuring an abridged version of William Shakespeare's enchanting tale, adapted and...

Creative Forces: Peck, Robbins, & More

Creative Forces: Peck, Robbins, & More

Nov 16

Join New Jersey Ballet for Creative Forces, featuring Justin Peck’s dynamic Murder Ballades and Jerome Robbins’ elegant In the Night.Peck’s Murder Ballades brings thrilling narratives...

American Mariachi

Sep 28 – Oct 20, 2024

American Mariachi is a heartfelt comedy about two cousins, Lucha and Boli, on a mission to form an all-girl mariachi band in the 1970s, despite...

Crossing Borders (Cruzando Fronteras)

Crossing Borders (Cruzando Fronteras)

Aug 1 – Aug 4, 2024

Crossing Borders (Cruzando Fronteras) is an annual community celebration that offers music and togetherness with a spotlight on new plays by Latine theater artists. This...

The Crossing Borders Festival

Aug 1 – Aug 4, 2024

The Crossing Borders Festival at Two River Theater celebrates its 13th year, featuring new plays by Latine playwrights from August 1 to August 4. This...

The Hispanic/Latino/Latina/Latinx/Latine Vote

Aug 4

The Hispanic/Latino/Latina/Latinx/Latine Vote showcases the rich diversity of contemporary Latine storytelling, featuring a new play by Bernardo Cubría, directed by José Zayas. Scheduled for August...

Flaco Navaja and The Razor Blades

Aug 3

Flaco Navaja and The Razor Blades will perform a dynamic salsa-fusion concert as part of the 13th Annual Crossing Borders Festival at Two River Theater....

The Ice Bath

Aug 3

The Ice Bath is a new play by Juan José Alfonso, exploring themes of family dynamics and emotional complexity. Set to be performed at Two...

Saturday Mourning Cartoons

Aug 2

Saturday Mourning Cartoons is a compelling new play by Iraisa Ann Reilly, directed by José Zayas. The performance features a talented cast including Hiram Delgado,...

that drive thru monterey

Aug 1

that drive thru monterey, a reading by Matthew Paul Olmos, explores themes of family, love, and loss. Directed by Tiffany Nichole Greene, the cast includes...

August Wilson's Gem of the Ocean

August Wilson's Gem of the Ocean

Jun 8 – Jun 30, 2024

Citizen Barlow is looking for peace. To get it, he’ll knock at Aunt Ester’s door every day if that’s what it takes. Set in 1904,...

Gem of The Ocean

Jun 21

Gem of The Ocean is a powerful exploration of the African American experience set in 1904. The story follows the character of Aunt Ester, a...

A Thousand Maids

A Thousand Maids

Apr 6 – Apr 28, 2024

Cordelia’s stuck. Cordelia needs to design a maid’s costume, but she can’t stop thinking about The Help and Maid in Manhattan and Gone with the...

Bill Irwin: On Beckett

Bill Irwin: On Beckett

Dec 7 – Dec 10, 2023

Bill Irwin can’t escape Samuel Beckett. He has spent a lifetime captivated by the Irish writer’s language. In this intimate 90-minute evening, Irwin will explore...

HAIR

HAIR

Oct 6 – Oct 22, 2023

Let the sunshine in! During the Summer of Love, a group of young Americans dream of a beautiful future filled with harmony and understanding. The...

Two Sisters and a Piano

Two Sisters and a Piano

Jun 3 – Jun 25, 2023

Although trapped under house arrest, novelist Maria Celia and her sister Sofia can still hear the rumors of shifting global politics growing in 1990s Havana....

2023 Spring Gala

2023 Spring Gala

May 13

Two River Theater’s annual spring fundraising event is May 13 / 2023. Join us for an evening of celebration that will include a sneak peek...

Romeo and Juliet

Romeo and Juliet

Apr 8 – Apr 30, 2023

The classic tale of star-crossed love is infused with contemporary vitality by playwright Hansol Jung (Wolf Play, Wild Goose Dreams, Cardboard Piano). Seen in 2020 as part...

August Wilson's Radio Golf

August Wilson's Radio Golf

Nov 6 – Nov 21, 2021

The critically acclaimed production of August Wilsons Radio Golf was forced to shut down early in its March 2020 run. Under the direction of Obie...

Upstream By Chesney Snow and Faye Chiao

Upstream By Chesney Snow and Faye Chiao

Aug 12 – Aug 22, 2021

Chesney Snow (Oo-Bla-Dee) returns to Two River with musician/composer Faye Chiao. Upstream fuses piano, beatboxing, spoken word, and soaring vocals to weave a magical musical...

Alea and Sinuhé

Alea and Sinuhé

Jul 29 – Aug 8, 2021

Alea is a progressive and pioneering Columbian artist whose music arrests you with authenticity and honesty. Alongside Sinuh, Alea delivers a high-energy performance that traces...

ToyBox Live  with Rinde Eckert

ToyBox Live with Rinde Eckert

Jul 22 – Jul 25, 2021

Rinde Eckert (Pericles) returns to Two River with his eclectic collection of instruments to share a selection of songs, readings, monologues, and unexpected imaginings. Rinde...

Real People Things

Real People Things

Jul 15 – Jul 18, 2021

By Janey Miles Feingold and Bela Konstancja KawalecJoin us this summer for a series of outdoor performances on our newly renovated outdoor Plaza. Each evening...

Tiny Shakes: Romeo and Juliet

Tiny Shakes: Romeo and Juliet

May 17 – Jun 30, 2021

Two Rivers most popular education program breaks the mold to create something entirely new with Tiny Shakes: Romeo and Juliet, co-directed by Aneesha Kudtarkar and...

Radio Play: The Memory Motel

Radio Play: The Memory Motel

May 24 – Jun 6, 2021

Michael S. Michaels returns to a beach resort in order to piece together and better understand the fragments of his past. While hes there, he...

The ballad of Little Jo

The ballad of Little Jo

Jun 1 – Jun 25, 2017

book: John Dias, Mike Reid, Sarah Schlesinger; lyrics: Sarah Schlesinger; music: Mike Reid; dir: John Dias....

Be More Chill

Be More Chill

May 30 – Jun 21, 2015

The Facebook group, Broadway Babylon, is hosting an exclusive "Broadway Babylon Night" at Two River Theater in Red Bank, NJ today (May 31st, 2015) at...

Third

Third

May 31 – Jun 22, 2014

Third May 31, 2014 - June 22, 2014 By Wendy Wasserstein Directed by Michael Cumpsty Wendy Wasserstein is one of the best-loved writers in the...

Trouble In Mind

Trouble In Mind

Apr 5 – Apr 27, 2014

Trouble In Mind April 5, 2014 - April 27, 2014 By Alice Childress Directed by Jade King Carroll The year is 1957. On the stage...

Hatched: Life on the Farm

Hatched: Life on the Farm

Apr 26

Hatched: Life on the Farm April 26, 2014 - April 26, 2014 Written and Directed by Mara McEwin Performed by Treehouse Shakers April 26/2014 at...

Pinkolandia

Pinkolandia

Feb 22 – Mar 23, 2014

"Pinkolandia" | By Andrea Thome | Directed by Jose Zayas February 22, 2014 - March 23, 2014 at Two River Theater in Red Bank, NJ...

Meredith Willson's THE MUSIC MAN - In Concert

Meredith Willson's THE MUSIC MAN - In Concert

Mar 13 – Mar 16, 2014

MEREDITH WILLSON'S The Music Man - In Concert A Broadway Classic Reimagined A co-production between New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark and Two River...

Videos


Disney's Newsies in New Jersey Disney's Newsies
Vanguard Theater (6/11-6/28)
Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl in Concert in New Jersey Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl in Concert
New Jersey Performing Arts Center (2/27-2/27)
Asuncion in New Jersey Asuncion
Nutley Little Theatre (6/12-6/27)
Girls Night: The Musical in New Jersey Girls Night: The Musical
Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre at the Count Basie Center (8/07-8/07)
Oliver in New Jersey Oliver
Algonquin Arts Theatre (10/25-10/25)
A Taste of Ireland - The Irish Music and Dance Sensation in New Jersey A Taste of Ireland - The Irish Music and Dance Sensation
Lackland Performing Arts Center (6/25-6/25)
Bees Deluxe at The Lizzie Rose in New Jersey Bees Deluxe at The Lizzie Rose
The Lizzie Rose Music Room (7/31-7/31)
Mean Girls, The Musical in New Jersey Mean Girls, The Musical
The Actors Studio of New Jersey (9/11-9/20)
Warrant in New Jersey Warrant
Bergen Performing Arts Center (7/12-7/12)
Annie in New Jersey Annie
Bergen Performing Arts Center (7/31-8/02)