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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
Neko Case to Play West Coast Tour in Spring 2026
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 9, 2025
Following her recent fall tour, indie rocker Neko Case will embark on an encore run in 2026, where she will travel throughout the West Coast, in addition to more shows throughout Canada and the Northeast.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 9, 2025
Following her recent fall tour, indie rocker Neko Case will embark on an encore run in 2026, where she will travel throughout the West Coast, in addition to more shows throughout Canada and the Northeast.
Gov’t Mule Details 2026 Headlining Tour Dates
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 9, 2025
Gov’t Mule, led by guitar legend, vocalist, songwriter and producer Warren Haynes, has announced their initial touring plans for 2026. The quartet will headline a handful of dates this spring starting March 27th in Denver at Mission Ballroom
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 9, 2025
Gov’t Mule, led by guitar legend, vocalist, songwriter and producer Warren Haynes, has announced their initial touring plans for 2026. The quartet will headline a handful of dates this spring starting March 27th in Denver at Mission Ballroom
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Pittsburgh Awards; The Geyer Performing Arts Center Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Pittsburgh 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!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Pittsburgh 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!
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Australia - Adelaide Awards; The Arts Theatre Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Australia - Adelaide 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!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Australia - Adelaide 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!
David Byrne Unveils 2026 North American Tour Dates
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 8, 2025
David Byrne recently wrapped up the first leg of his “Who Is The Sky” tour, celebrating the release of his new album of the same name. Now, he unveiled another run of North American dates which kick off April 4 in Vancouver.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 8, 2025
David Byrne recently wrapped up the first leg of his “Who Is The Sky” tour, celebrating the release of his new album of the same name. Now, he unveiled another run of North American dates which kick off April 4 in Vancouver.
Review: IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY at Stages Houston
by Jonathan Netek - Dec 6, 2025
It’s a Wonderful Way to Celebrate the Season.
by Jonathan Netek - Dec 6, 2025
It’s a Wonderful Way to Celebrate the Season.
State Theatre New Jersey To Present CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2025
State Theatre New Jersey will present CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE for three performances in December. The touring production combines contemporary circus arts with a theatrical holiday program. Tickets start at $46 and are available through State Theatre Guest Services.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2025
State Theatre New Jersey will present CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE for three performances in December. The touring production combines contemporary circus arts with a theatrical holiday program. Tickets start at $46 and are available through State Theatre Guest Services.
Nicholas Carroll and Elizabeth D'Aiuto to Lead THE MUSIC MAN 2026 Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2025
Meredith Willson's THE MUSIC MAN will hit the road on a National Tour in 2026, helmed by director Matt Lenz. The tour will star Nicholas Carroll and Elizabeth D'Aiuto.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2025
Meredith Willson's THE MUSIC MAN will hit the road on a National Tour in 2026, helmed by director Matt Lenz. The tour will star Nicholas Carroll and Elizabeth D'Aiuto.
Zoë Dunwoodie Named Recipient of the 2026 EXPOUND Residency
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 2025
Executive Producer of Australian Dance Theatre (‘ADT'), Viviana Sacchero has announced South Australian independent choreographer Zoë Dunwoodie as the recipient of the 2026 EXPOUND Residency to further develop her work LLAMA.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 2025
Executive Producer of Australian Dance Theatre (‘ADT'), Viviana Sacchero has announced South Australian independent choreographer Zoë Dunwoodie as the recipient of the 2026 EXPOUND Residency to further develop her work LLAMA.
Wolfgang Van Halen’s Mammoth Unveils First Tour Dates for 2026
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 2, 2025
GRAMMY Award–nominated songwriter, vocalist, and multi-instrumentalist Wolfgang Van Halen and his band Mammoth have announced their first headlining dates of 2026.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 2, 2025
GRAMMY Award–nominated songwriter, vocalist, and multi-instrumentalist Wolfgang Van Halen and his band Mammoth have announced their first headlining dates of 2026.
First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Australia - Adelaide Awards; THE BOY FROM OZ Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Australia - Adelaide 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!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Australia - Adelaide 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!
First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Pittsburgh Awards; THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Pittsburgh 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!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Pittsburgh 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!
Irish Music Group Celtic Thunder Sets Australian Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 1, 2025
The internationally renowned Irish music phenomenon, Celtic Thunder, has announced its brand-new show, An Intimate Evening with Celtic Thunder, which will tour Australia in March 2026.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 1, 2025
The internationally renowned Irish music phenomenon, Celtic Thunder, has announced its brand-new show, An Intimate Evening with Celtic Thunder, which will tour Australia in March 2026.
Arts Centre Melbourne's State Theatre Will Reopen Six Months Ahead Of Schedule
by Stephi Wild - Dec 1, 2025
Art Centre Melbourne's famed State Theatre is set to open six months ahead of schedule, making it the first completed milestone as part of the $1.7 billion Melbourne Arts Precinct Transformation project.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 1, 2025
Art Centre Melbourne's famed State Theatre is set to open six months ahead of schedule, making it the first completed milestone as part of the $1.7 billion Melbourne Arts Precinct Transformation project.
Review: CAROL at State Theatre Centre
by David Bravos - Nov 30, 2025
Tis the season, it seems. Whilst your normal Christmas show may gloss over the uglier side of Christmas, CAROL leans into it, allowing the festive season to be anything but. A belligerent Santa, a family that can’t be held together with any amount of wrapping tape, and a life falling apart, all come to the fore, with a backdrop of a Christmas that may not be pretty, but is certainly quite familiar to many. With some cheeky humour and warmth to rival a scorching summer, CAROL is the Christmas present you didn’t know you wanted.
by David Bravos - Nov 30, 2025
Tis the season, it seems. Whilst your normal Christmas show may gloss over the uglier side of Christmas, CAROL leans into it, allowing the festive season to be anything but. A belligerent Santa, a family that can’t be held together with any amount of wrapping tape, and a life falling apart, all come to the fore, with a backdrop of a Christmas that may not be pretty, but is certainly quite familiar to many. With some cheeky humour and warmth to rival a scorching summer, CAROL is the Christmas present you didn’t know you wanted.
Larry Kramer's THE NORMAL HEART to be Presented at Sydney Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 28, 2025
Almost forty years after its Australian premiere at Sydney Theatre Company in 1989, Larry Kramer's groundbreaking, semi-autobiographical and Tony and Olivier Award-winning masterpiece The Normal Heart returns for STC's 2026 season.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 28, 2025
Almost forty years after its Australian premiere at Sydney Theatre Company in 1989, Larry Kramer's groundbreaking, semi-autobiographical and Tony and Olivier Award-winning masterpiece The Normal Heart returns for STC's 2026 season.
State Theatre New Jersey Launches Holiday Sale
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 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.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 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.
Listen: Richard Marx Shares 'The Way You Look Tonight' From New Album
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 24, 2025
GRAMMY-winning singer/songwriter Richard Marx has shared his take on the classic “The Way You Look Tonight” from his upcoming album After Hours. Listen to it now!
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 24, 2025
GRAMMY-winning singer/songwriter Richard Marx has shared his take on the classic “The Way You Look Tonight” from his upcoming album After Hours. Listen to it now!
Celtic Woman Returning to North America in Spring 2026 with New Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 21, 2025
The GRAMMY-nominated global music sensation Celtic Woman, the all-female Irish group, is set to return to North America for their brand-new tour, CELTIC WOMAN – A NEW ERA.
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 21, 2025
The GRAMMY-nominated global music sensation Celtic Woman, the all-female Irish group, is set to return to North America for their brand-new tour, CELTIC WOMAN – A NEW ERA.
Listen: Jimmie Herrod Releases Jazzy Sondheim Album 'Pretty Is What Changes'
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 21, 2025
America’s Got Talent All-Star/Finalist Jimmie Herrod has released his first full-length album, Pretty Is What Changes, a jazzy album with songs from Stephen Sondheim. Check it out now.
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 21, 2025
America’s Got Talent All-Star/Finalist Jimmie Herrod has released his first full-length album, Pretty Is What Changes, a jazzy album with songs from Stephen Sondheim. Check it out now.
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