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Central New Jersey’s largest non-profit arts presenter, the historic State Theatre New Jersey is a magnificently renovated silent-film palace that flourishes today as a premier non-profit venue of the Northeast. The 1,850-seat theatre presents a diverse lineup. Each year over 200,000 people attend our world-class programming and over 35,000 children participate in our education programs each yearNews
Wright State to Stage Tony-Winning THE HISTORY BOYS This February
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2026
Wright State Theatre will present Alan Bennett’s Tony Award winning THE HISTORY BOYS, opening on February 20th and running through March 1st in the Festival Playhouse.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2026
Wright State Theatre will present Alan Bennett’s Tony Award winning THE HISTORY BOYS, opening on February 20th and running through March 1st in the Festival Playhouse.
Meow Meow Joins Ramin Karimloo in SWEENEY TODD at Birmingham Rep
by Stephi Wild - Feb 17, 2026
Sweeney Todd has found its Mrs. Lovett! Actress, dancer, and cabaret performer Meow Meow will star alongside Ramin Karimloo, who takes on the role of the Demon Barber of Fleet Street.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 17, 2026
Sweeney Todd has found its Mrs. Lovett! Actress, dancer, and cabaret performer Meow Meow will star alongside Ramin Karimloo, who takes on the role of the Demon Barber of Fleet Street.
REVIEW: Forty Years On, THE NORMAL HEART Is A Powerful piece of Theatre That Informs, Challenges And Remains Important In the 21st Century.
by Jade Kops - Feb 14, 2026
First presented in New York in 1985, Larry Kramer’s THE NORMAL HEART takes audiences back to the early days of the AIDS epidemic in New York.
by Jade Kops - Feb 14, 2026
First presented in New York in 1985, Larry Kramer’s THE NORMAL HEART takes audiences back to the early days of the AIDS epidemic in New York.
Review: BLUE MAN GROUP at State Theatre Minneapolis
by Jared Fessler - Feb 14, 2026
What did our critic think of BLUE MAN GROUP at State Theatre Minneapolis?
by Jared Fessler - Feb 14, 2026
What did our critic think of BLUE MAN GROUP at State Theatre Minneapolis?
Hennepin Arts Offers Student And Educator Rush Tickets For BLUE MAN GROUP At The State Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 14, 2026
Hennepin Arts has announced the availability of rush tickets for BLUE MAN GROUP, specifically for students and educators. These discounted tickets provide a unique opportunity for the educational community to experience the vibrant and innovative performance.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 14, 2026
Hennepin Arts has announced the availability of rush tickets for BLUE MAN GROUP, specifically for students and educators. These discounted tickets provide a unique opportunity for the educational community to experience the vibrant and innovative performance.
Tickets to THE LION KING Sensory-Friendly Performance at Playhouse Square on Sale
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 11, 2026
Playhouse Square will present a sensory-friendly performance of The Lion King, tailored to accommodate audiences with sensory sensitivities. This special event is scheduled for February 2026, offering an inclusive theater experience.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 11, 2026
Playhouse Square will present a sensory-friendly performance of The Lion King, tailored to accommodate audiences with sensory sensitivities. This special event is scheduled for February 2026, offering an inclusive theater experience.
Buddy Guy Launches 'Buddy Guy 90 Tour' After Recent Grammy Win
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 11, 2026
At nearly 90 years old, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee Buddy Guy will embark on the Buddy Guy 90 Tour, featuring select headline performances across North America in 2026.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 11, 2026
At nearly 90 years old, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee Buddy Guy will embark on the Buddy Guy 90 Tour, featuring select headline performances across North America in 2026.
TROPHY BOYS Set to Premiere in Adelaide This March
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026
State Theatre Company South Australia opens its 2026 season next month with Trophy Boys, Emmanuelle Mattana's hit black comedy about power, privilege, and high school debating.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026
State Theatre Company South Australia opens its 2026 season next month with Trophy Boys, Emmanuelle Mattana's hit black comedy about power, privilege, and high school debating.
Guitarist Eric Johnson to Embark on Spring U.S. Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 10, 2026
Guitarist Eric Johnson will return to the road this April for a wide-ranging U.S. tour. The spring run will take Johnson across the country with performances spanning the South, Southwest, and West Coast.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 10, 2026
Guitarist Eric Johnson will return to the road this April for a wide-ranging U.S. tour. The spring run will take Johnson across the country with performances spanning the South, Southwest, and West Coast.
Wright State Theatre To Present World Premiere Musical ONLY IN NEW YORK
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 10, 2026
Wright State Theatre will present the world premiere of Only in New York, a new musical by Ronvé O’Daniel with a book by Cris Eli Blak. Performances take place in the Herbst Studio Theatre at Wright State University.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 10, 2026
Wright State Theatre will present the world premiere of Only in New York, a new musical by Ronvé O’Daniel with a book by Cris Eli Blak. Performances take place in the Herbst Studio Theatre at Wright State University.
Arad Dabiri's PRESSURE! to Have US Premiere at ExPats Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 9, 2026
ExPats Theatre will present the live stage production of Pressure!, the debut play by emerging Austrian-Iranian writer Arad Dabiri. The cast includes Sacha Marvin as Murat and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 9, 2026
ExPats Theatre will present the live stage production of Pressure!, the debut play by emerging Austrian-Iranian writer Arad Dabiri. The cast includes Sacha Marvin as Murat and more.
KINKY BOOTS National Tour to Play State Theatre New Jersey
by Gillian Blum - Feb 6, 2026
State Theatre New Jersey will present the national tour of the Tony and Grammy Award-winning musical Kinky Boots for four performances on Friday, February 27 at 8 p.m.; Saturday, February 28 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.; and Sunday, March 1 at 1 p.m.
by Gillian Blum - Feb 6, 2026
State Theatre New Jersey will present the national tour of the Tony and Grammy Award-winning musical Kinky Boots for four performances on Friday, February 27 at 8 p.m.; Saturday, February 28 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.; and Sunday, March 1 at 1 p.m.
Review: MARTHA GRAHAM DANCE COMPANY - GRAHAM 100 at Playhouse Square's KeyBank State Theatre
by Steve Sucato - Feb 5, 2026
What did our critic think of MARTHA GRAHAM DANCE COMPANY - GRAHAM 100 at KeyBank State Theatre At Playhouse Square?
by Steve Sucato - Feb 5, 2026
What did our critic think of MARTHA GRAHAM DANCE COMPANY - GRAHAM 100 at KeyBank State Theatre At Playhouse Square?
Steve Martin Joins Steep Canyon Rangers on New Single; Tour Dates Revealed
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 4, 2026
Bluegrass and Americana ensemble Steep Canyon Rangers have partnered with Steve Martin on the third track unveiled from their forthcoming 15th studio album, Next Act. Check it out now.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 4, 2026
Bluegrass and Americana ensemble Steep Canyon Rangers have partnered with Steve Martin on the third track unveiled from their forthcoming 15th studio album, Next Act. Check it out now.
Matteo Bocelli Returning to Australia with 'Falling In Love' World Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 4, 2026
Following sold-out performances around the world, Matteo Bocelli will perform five Australian shows, opening the tour in Perth, before making his debut performance in Adelaide, and continuing to Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 4, 2026
Following sold-out performances around the world, Matteo Bocelli will perform five Australian shows, opening the tour in Perth, before making his debut performance in Adelaide, and continuing to Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane.
State Theatre New Jersey to Present RENT in Concert This February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 4, 2026
State Theatre New Jersey will present RENT in Concert. RENT in Concert is hitting the road for a special Performing Arts Center tour, bringing the unforgettable music of Jonathan Larson’s groundbreaking musical to audiences across the country.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 4, 2026
State Theatre New Jersey will present RENT in Concert. RENT in Concert is hitting the road for a special Performing Arts Center tour, bringing the unforgettable music of Jonathan Larson’s groundbreaking musical to audiences across the country.
Richard Roxburgh, Damon Herriman, and Toby Schmitz to Star in ART in Sydney
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2026
In a rare opportunity to see three of Australia’s finest actors on stage together, Richard Roxburgh, Damon Herriman and Toby Schmitz star together in the internationally award-winning play ART by Yasmina Reza.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2026
In a rare opportunity to see three of Australia’s finest actors on stage together, Richard Roxburgh, Damon Herriman and Toby Schmitz star together in the internationally award-winning play ART by Yasmina Reza.
Gov’t Mule Unveils 11 Headlining Spring Tour Dates
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 2, 2026
GRAMMY-nominated band Gov’t Mule, led by guitar legend, vocalist, songwriter and producer Warren Haynes, has announced 11 spring headlining tour dates for April.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 2, 2026
GRAMMY-nominated band Gov’t Mule, led by guitar legend, vocalist, songwriter and producer Warren Haynes, has announced 11 spring headlining tour dates for April.
Santiago Cruz Comes to the State Theatre New Jersey With Quince de Caminos Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2026
Internationally acclaimed Colombian singer-songwriter Santiago Cruz returns to the United States with the second U.S. leg of his Quince de Caminos Tour, celebrating the 15th anniversary of his landmark album Cruce de Caminos.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2026
Internationally acclaimed Colombian singer-songwriter Santiago Cruz returns to the United States with the second U.S. leg of his Quince de Caminos Tour, celebrating the 15th anniversary of his landmark album Cruce de Caminos.
RAYE Unveils Sophomore Album 'This Music May Contain Hope.'
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 22, 2026
Four-time GRAMMY Award-nominated global superstar RAYE has revealed that she will release her highly anticipated sophomore album, This Music May Contain Hope, on March 27th.
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 22, 2026
Four-time GRAMMY Award-nominated global superstar RAYE has revealed that she will release her highly anticipated sophomore album, This Music May Contain Hope, on March 27th.
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