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The Last Five Years
The Last Five Years
7/4 - 7/21/2024


Experience the emotional journey of "The Last Five Years," a captivating musical that tells the story of a five-year relationship between Jamie, a rising novelist, ...


The timeless enchantment of a magical fairy tale is reborn with the Rodgers & Hammerstein hallmarks of originality, charm and elegance. Originally presented on television ...


The timeless enchantment of a magical fairy tale is reborn with the Rodgers & Hammerstein hallmarks of originality, charm and elegance. Originally presented on television ...

Mary Poppins Jr
7/6 - 7/6/2024


One of the most popular Disney movies of all time is capturing hearts in a whole new way: as a practically perfect musical! Mary Poppins ...

Centennial Casting
6/14 - 7/7/2024


Penguin Rep Theatre, under the leadership of Joe Brancato, founding Artistic Director, and Andrew M. Horn, Executive Director, presents Centennial Casting , a comedy by ...

Little Mermaid
Little Mermaid
7/3 - 7/7/2024


Surflight Theatre presents your favorite children’s stories with our own twist. Geared for children 3-10. All show are at 6:00pm, Wednesdays - Sundays July 3, ...

South Pacific
South Pacific
6/19 - 7/7/2024


During World War II, Nellie, a nurse from Arkansas, falls in love with a local French estate owner, Emile. Meanwhile, Lt. Joe Cable denies himself ...

The Sound of Music
6/28 - 7/7/2024


The Sound of Music, a beloved musical brimming with romance and resilience, was crafted by the team of Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II. These ...

Seussical Jr.
7/10 - 7/10/2024


Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat, and all of your favourite Dr. Seuss characters spring to life onstage in Seussical jr, a fantastical ...

Telegraph Quartet


San Francisco’s Telegraph Quartet returns to the Back Deck after their stellar performance in 2021. Now celebrating their 10th anniversary, the ensemble the San Francisco Chronicle hailed ...


Bye Bye Birdie: Youth Edition is a one-hour adaptation of Bye Bye Birdie, specially tailored for elementary and middle school-aged actors. A loving musical send-up ...

Mean Girls Jr
7/11 - 7/12/2024


The Plastics have deemed Broadway Junior worthy of their presence in Mean Girls JR! This musical from book writer Tina Fey (30 Rock), lyricist Nell Benjamin (Legally ...

The Heat Is On! Rita Hayworth


Written by Carter Inskeep Directed by Carter Inskeep July 6th - July 12th Nightly at 8 PM "Dazzling...with one show stopping number after another!” —The New York ...


Designed for elementary school students, Frozen KIDS is a 30-minute adaptation of the 2018 Broadway musical, which was based on the 2013 Walt Disney Animation ...

Evan Sherman Big Band


Catch Jersey’s native son, Evan Sherman with his big band for a special appearance between his international tours! Evan returns to the Back Deck after ...


Godspell book by John-Michael Tebelak music & lyrics by Stephen Schwartz conceived & originally directed by John-Michael Tebelak based on The Gospel According to St. ...

The Addams Family Young@Part
7/11 - 7/13/2024


THE ADDAMS FAMILY, a comical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family, features an original story and it’s every father’s nightmare: Wednesday Addams, the ...

The Moody Blues’ John Lodge Performs Day of Future Passed


See John Lodge, legendary bass player, songwriter, and vocalist of The Moody Blues, and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, live in concert at STNJ!Lodge's ...

Peter Pan
Peter Pan
7/10 - 7/14/2024


Surflight Theatre presents your favorite children’s stories with our own twist. Geared for children 3-10. All show are at 6:00pm, Wednesdays - Sundays July 10-14...


Kick off the summer with the Peanuts gang in You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown, a musical comedy for the whole family. Our spacious Open-air ...


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Review: AS YOU LIKE IT on STNJ's Outdoor Stage Intrigues with Humor and Romance


by Marina Kennedy - July 01, 2024

Under the starlit skies at St. Elizabeth University, The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) is presenting William Shakespeare’s As You Like It on their Outdoor Stage....

Review: GEM OF THE OCEAN at TRT-Powerful and Presented to Perfection


by Marina Kennedy - June 17, 2024

Two River Theater (TRT) is now presenting an extraordinary and compelling production of August Wilson's 'Gem of the Ocean,' expertly directed by Delicia Turner Sonnenberg and featuring a stellar cast....

Review: BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL Shines Bright at Paper Mill Playhouse  


by Marina Kennedy - June 12, 2024

Beautiful: The Carole King Musical is now on stage at Paper Mill Playhouse through June 30.  Music lovers and many more will be captivated by this production that showcases King’s influence on the music industry and tells her personal story on her rise to stardom....

Review: QUEEN OF THE NIGHT at Luna Stage in West Orange-Poignant and Appealing


by Marina Kennedy - May 27, 2024

'Queen of the Night' written by travis tate and directed by Luca Pinner is billed as “a story of queerness, Blackness, masculinity and the challenges of camping with family.” It will definitely appeal to a broad audience.  ...

Review: A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER at STNJ-The Best in Musical Comedy


by Marina Kennedy - May 24, 2024

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) kicks off its exciting 62nd season with the musical comedy, 'A Gentleman’s Guide to Love & Murder.' We loved it from the opening scene to the curtain call....

Review: DISASTER! THE MUSICAL at West Hudson Arts & Theatre Company


by Gina Sarno - May 01, 2024

Disaster! puts a comedic spin on the beloved classic disaster movie genre, infused with the funky beats of disco! As the curtains rise on the grand opening of New York City's latest sensation, the floating casino known as the Barracuda, an impending earthquake threatens to turn the night upside down...

Review: THE TWO HANDER at NJ Rep-A Psychotherapy Story Excellently Performed


by Marina Kennedy - April 29, 2024

New Jersey Repertory Company (NJ Rep) is presenting the world premiere of 'The Two Hander' adroitly written by Julia Blauvelt.  The play is superbly directed by the Company’s Artistic Director, SuzAnne Barabas and features the abundant acting talents of Jill Eikenberry and Ella Dershowitz. ...

Review: GUN & POWDER at Paper Mill Playhouse-An Exciting, Elaborate New Musical


by Marina Kennedy - April 17, 2024

Paper Mill Playhouse is presenting the exciting and elaborate new musical, 'Gun & Powder.'...

Review: A THOUSAND MAIDS at Two River Theater-Meaningful and Humorous


by Marina Kennedy - April 15, 2024

Two River Theater (TRT) is now presenting the captivating world premiere comedy, A Thousand Maids. ...

Review: ARTHUR & FRIENDS Make A Musical! at The Growing Stage-Children's Theatre at its Best


by Marina Kennedy - March 20, 2024

The Growing Stage, The Children’s Theatre of New Jersey has produced another successful, inspiring show for young viewers and their families.  They are currently presenting the New Jersey premiere of ARTHUR & FRIENDS Make A Musical! ...



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