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Ladies of Laughter


The Ladies of Laughter Funny & Fabulous is excited to be back at Bergen PAC on February 3rd! This show includes a cross section of ...

Broadway Through the Ages


NJFO’s quintessential New Year’s celebration returns with a superb revue of Broadway classics in glorious symphonic splendor. Come join the festivities as Maestro David Wroe, ...

IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE - The Radio Play


Join us as we recreate the LUX RADIO THEATER circa 1947, and enjoy all the laughs and thrills as twelve actors and one very overworked ...

Nutcracker: Sensory Friendly


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 ...

The Best Time of the Year - Music & Memories of Christmas


Come out for a fun holiday treat!  The kid and family-friendly show is only an hour but the fun continues in the lobby with treats ...


The Best Time of the Year – Music & Memories of Christmas, presented by The MTM Players, is a festive musical revue celebrating the holiday ...

Custom of the Coast


Join us for an early developmental workshop presentation of a section of Custom of the Coast , a new small-scale opera written by Pulitzer Prize-winning ...

Into The Woods Jr
12/4 - 12/4/2024


The Brothers Grimm "go Broadway" as Sondheim and Lapine offer up a cockeyed fairy tale where all of your favorite characters-Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, ...

An Evening with Chevy Chase & National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation


Join us for an unforgettable evening of holiday cheer and laughs as we celebrate the timeless classic,  National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation , with a special ...

The Muppet Christmas Carol in Concert


Constantine Kitsopoulos conductor New Jersey Symphony The New Jersey Symphony presents Disney’s The Muppet Christmas Carol in Concert featuring the complete film, with the score ...

Dallas Brass - Christmas Plus!


Dallas Brass rings in the season with an eclectic repertoire that features classical, jazz and holiday favorites, including Carol of the Bells, Sleigh Ride, Frosty the ...

The Muppet Christmas Carol in Concert


Constantine Kitsopoulos conductor New Jersey Symphony The New Jersey Symphony presents Disney’s The Muppet Christmas Carol in Concert featuring the complete film, with the score ...

The Musical Box


50 years ago, Genesis released  Selling England by the Pound  and changed rock history. It’s 1973—Peter Gabriel's famous theatrics and Genesis' musical apex produce some ...

A Christmas Carol


About  A Christmas Carol Yates Musical Theatre for Children returns for another year of tradition with  A Christmas Carol . This show is a musical ...


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 ...


This holiday special event will feature a memorable tribute to music director Christopher Riddle, who recently passed away, along with a discussion with Sinatra Scholar ...


Rafi Bastos, a prominent Brazilian comedian, brings his edgy comedy to NJPAC on December 7, 2024. Known for his engaging performances and impactful social media ...

Seasonal Allergies - A Holiday Family Comedy


When Julia Shelby’s brother shows up on her doorstep on Thanksgiving, heartbroken and hungry, she and her husband usher him into their home and invite ...

Swinging with the Rat Pack


Join us at the New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC) on December 7th at 1 PM for an unforgettable performance of “Swinging with THE RAT ...

Swinging with the Rat Pack


Experience the Magic of Linda Ronstadt’s Legacy with Gesenia and the Ronstadt Revue. Prepare to embark on a nostalgic journey as powerhouse vocalist Gesenia brings ...


Swinging with THE RAT PACK brings the legendary charisma of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr. back to life on stage. This lively ...

The Muppet Christmas Carol in Concert


Constantine Kitsopoulos conductor New Jersey Symphony The New Jersey Symphony presents Disney’s The Muppet Christmas Carol in Concert featuring the complete film, with the score ...

Anastasia: The Musical
12/7 - 12/8/2024


From Tony winners Terrence McNally, Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens, creators of such Broadway classics as Ragtime and Once On This Island, this dazzling show ...

Lonely Planet
Lonely Planet
11/14 - 12/8/2024


In the early 1990s, down an old city street, inside a small map store, a pile of chairs begins to form. Two best friends, Jody ...

Nutcracker
Nutcracker
12/7 - 12/8/2024


NJ Ballet's Nutcracker, a beloved annual tradition enchants youngsters and grown-ups alike with splendid dancers and a touch of holiday magic, set to Tchaikovsky’s iconic ...


On December 8, 2024, Tomasello Winery will host an Opera Gala featuring acclaimed performers known for their appearances at prestigious venues like La Scala and ...

Return of the Holiday Tenors


Encore! Award-winning tenors, guests and choruses join NJFO to celebrate and captivate with a dazzling selection of renowned tenor and holiday fare. A family festival ...


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