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Laufey, Lady Gaga, & More Win 2026 GRAMMY Awards - Full List of Winners
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 1, 2026

It's music's biggest night! Laufey, Lady Gaga, Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo, Billie Eilish, Bad Bunny, and more took home awards at The 68th Annual GRAMMYs. Check out the full list of GRAMMY winners here.

Greg Osby, Trio Grande and More Set for SFJAZZ February 2026 Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2026

SFJAZZ will present a diverse lineup of jazz performances in February 2026, featuring renowned artists and ensembles. The month-long event will take place at the iconic SFJAZZ Center in San Francisco.

Josh Groban and Jennifer Hudson to Headline Count Basie Center's Centennial Gala
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 22, 2026

Josh Groban and Jennifer Hudson will perform at the Count Basie Center's Centennial Gala, celebrating the venue's 100th anniversary and honoring chair Jeremy Grunin.

Brook Arts Center Will Host Speakeasy Soiree And Silent Auction
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2026

The historic Brook Arts Center has announced its Second Annual Speakeasy Soirée & Silent Auction, Friday, January 23, 2026, at 7:00 PM. Learn more about the event here!

JIM HENSON'S LABRYNTH: IN CONCERT to Launch 60-City Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 13, 2026

Jim Henson's Labyrinth: In Concert, is launching a 60-city North American tour this fall. Fans will once again be transported to the Goblin City with a thrilling blend of live music and Jim Henson's musical fantasy masterpiece Labyrinth presented on a large HD cinema screen

Jim Henson's LABYRINTH: IN CONCERT To Play 60-City North American Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 13, 2026

After a global run to nearly 100 cities, Jim Henson’s Labyrinth: In Concert will return for a 60-city North American tour in the fall of 2026 in celebration of the film's 40th anniversary.

The George Gee Swing Orchestra and the Arturo O’Farrill Afro-Latin Octet Come to Flushing Town Hall
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2026

On Saturday, February 7, Flushing Town Hall will present GLOBAL MASHUP: The George Gee Swing Orchestra Meets the Arturo O’Farrill Afro-Latin Octet. Learn more here!

Celebrate Valentine's Day with Denzal Sinclaire at Ironwood Stage & Grill
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2026

Denzal Sinclaire will perform a special Valentine's Day concert at Ironwood Stage & Grill, offering an evening of romantic music and charm. The event promises a memorable night with one of Canada's premier jazz vocalists.

SPAMALOT, THE NOTEBOOK, And Bernadette Peters Lead The Smith Center’s January�" April 2026 Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 7, 2026

The Smith Center has announced its early 2026 performance calendar, featuring Broadway tours, concerts, dance, and family programming across multiple venues.

Review: I GET A KICK OUT OF YOU at Bal Blomet
by Patrick Honoré - Jan 5, 2026

Just witnessed @FrederikSteenbrink's electrifying 'I Get a Kick Out of You' concert at Bal Blomet—a masterclass in big band jazz! Cole Porter classics meet original compositions, backed by Paris's finest young talents. From 'Come Fly With Me' to 'New York, New York,' this is timeless swing at its best. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ #JazzParis #BigBand #ColePorter

New Jersey Symphony and STNJ to Collaborate on ROMEO AND JULIET Event
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 18, 2025

New Jersey Symphony will perform four concerts celebrating the timeless tale of star-crossed lovers in a unique pairing of music from Russian masters. The program opens with Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s Romeo and Juliet Fantasy Overture.

TEETH The Musical Will Make New Jersey Premiere in 2026
by Stephi Wild - Dec 15, 2025

 Asbury Park Theater Company has announced their full lineup of 7 productions for the 2026 season. Under the Producing Artistic Direction of Anthony D’Amato, the company will present the New Jersey premiere of TEETH the musical.

Chris Pinnella Returns to Red Bank for 2 Festive Holiday Concerts at The Vogel
by Gillian Blum - Dec 15, 2025

Acclaimed vocalist Chris Pinnella returns to The Vogel at the Count Basie Center for the Performing Arts for a spectacular holiday concert event on Sunday, December 21.

Collective Soul to Kick Off U.S. Headline Tour in January 2026
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 9, 2025

Collective Soul has announced new headlining shows for 2026, starting January 29. The presale begins Wednesday, December 10 at 10:00am local time, while general tickets are available on Friday, December 12 at 10:00am local time.

Algonquin Arts Theatre To Present SAME TIME, NEXT YEAR In January 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 9, 2025

Algonquin Arts Theatre will open 2026 with a new staging of Same Time, Next Year, the long-running romantic comedy by Bernard Slade. Tickets are now available through the theater’s box office and website.

Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld New Jersey Awards; Plays-in-the-Park Edison NJ Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025

The latest 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!

Jane Monheit, Stacey Kent, New York Voices & More Set For Birdland Jazz Club And Birdland Theater December 8�"21
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 6, 2025

Artists coming up at Birdland Jazz Club include KT Sullivan, Stacy Sullivan, Jeff Harnar, and Todd Murray in We Love the Winter Weather, Jane Monheit, Bryce Edwards’ Frivolity Hour, Stacey Kent, and Klea Blackhurst / Jim Caruso & Billy Stritch’s A Swinging Birdland Christmas.

First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld New Jersey Awards; RIDE THE CYCLONE Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 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!

KIMBERLY AKIMBO National Tour To Make New Jersey Premiere At Count Basie Center For The Arts
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 21, 2025

The national tour of KIMBERLY AKIMBO, winner of the 2023 Tony Award for Best Musical, will make its New Jersey premiere at the Count Basie Center for the Arts in May 2026.

Tickets On Sale For The New Jersey Premiere Of KIMBERLY AKIMBO This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 20, 2025

The Count Basie Center for the Arts has revealed that tickets are now available for the New Jersey premiere of KIMBERLY AKIMBO, the winner of five 2023 Tony Awards including Best Musical.