Here is a look at upcoming events taking place from November 26 to December 3, 2024 along with our featured listings. New Jersey Stage offers previews of events throughout the Garden State as well as select shows in New York City and Philadelphia areas. Click on the title to go to the full preview. Jump to Featured Events, Music, Theatre, Comedy, Dance, Community, Event Listings.
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FEATURED EVENTS
Wednesday, November 20 – Katchats 11/20/24 – an interview with Rod Picott. Singer-songwriter Rod Picott recently announced he was playing one final round of shows in the U.S. and Europe and would be hanging up his guitar. On Sunday, December 1, 2024, Picott brings the tour to the Belmar Arts Center. Kat reached out to learn more about the pending retirement and final shows.
Friday, November 29 – Remember Jones presents back to BACK TO BLACK: the Amy Winehouse Celebration at The Vogel. (RED BANK, NJ) — Remember Jones presents back to BACK TO BLACK: the Amy Winehouse Celebration at The Vogel on Friday, November 29, 2024 at 7:30pm. This is an exciting dedication to the life and music of Amy Winehouse with a 12-piece band and revival of the entire 2006 Grammy Award-winning album Back to Black in its entirety, plus many other hits from Amy.
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Friday, November 29 – bergenPAC presents comedian Anthony Rodia on November 29th. (ENGLEWOOD, NJ) — Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) presents comedian Anthony Rodia on Friday, November 29, 2024 at 8:00pm. A first-generation Italian-American born and raised in Westchester, New York, Anthony Rodia came out of the womb making people laugh.
Friday, November 29 – American Repertory Ballet to Present “The Nutcracker” in Princeton, Red Bank, Trenton, and New Brunswick. Ring in the holiday season with this timeless tale of magic and festive fun for the whole family! A holiday tradition for sixty years, American Repertory Ballet’s The Nutcracker is one of the longest running productions in the nation and a treat for all ages, holding a special place in the hearts of both new and longtime patrons. Performances will take place from Friday, November 29 through Sunday, December 22, 2024 in Princeton, Red Bank, Trenton, and New Brunswick.
Saturday, November 30 – bergenPAC presents Fairytale of New York – The Ultimate Irish-Inspired Christmas Concert. (ENGLEWOOD, NJ) — After three sell out tours in Ireland and the United Kingdom, join Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) for Fairytale of New York – a festive journey through the heart of Ireland with the ultimate Irish-inspired Christmas concert – direct from Dublin and London’s West End. The event takes place on Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 7:00pm.
Saturday, November 30 – MPAC presents Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis on November 30th. (MORRISTOWN, NJ) — Mannheim Steamroller’s annual Christmas tour pulls into Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) for two performances on Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 2:00pm & 7:30pm. Led by Chip Davis, this has been America’s favorite holiday tradition for more than 35 years!
Tuesday, December 3 – Count Basie Center for the Arts presents Indigo Girls. (RED BANK, NJ) — Count Basie Center for the Arts presents Indigo Girls on Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 7:30pm. Over a thirty-five-year career that began in clubs around their native Atlanta, Georgia, the multi-Grammy-winning duo of Emily Saliers and Amy Ray has recorded sixteen studio albums, sold over 15 million records, and built a dedicated, enduring following across the globe.
Tuesday, December 3 – George Street Playhouse presents “Gene & Gilda” throughout December. (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) — George Street Playhouse presents Gene & Gilda, written by Cary Gitter (The Steel Man), and directed by Joe Brancato (Daniel’s Husband), from December 3-22, 2024. The cast includes Jordan Kai Burnett (Channing Tatum’s Magic Mike Live) and Jonathan Randell Silver (Virtuous Life of Joseph Andrews), who are reprising their roles from the original Penguin Rep Theater production as Gilda Radner and Gene Wilder respectively.
MUSIC
Tuesday, November 26 – NJPAC presents Lindsey Stirling, viral premier electronic violinist, dancer, and aerialist. (NEWARK, NJ) — Lindsey Stirling, viral premier electronic violinist, dancer, and aerialist, is tuning up her bow for the holidays. The multi-platinum-selling musician-composer is ready to embark on her North American Snow Waltz Tour 2024, a 21-date trek that brings her to Newark, New Jersey on at New Jersey Performing Arts Center on Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 8:00pm for The Snow Waltz Tour 2024.
Friday, November 29 – Matteo Bocelli to Perform Shows in Red Bank and Atlantic City. (ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) — Rising pop star Matteo Bocelli has a pair of shows in New Jersey at the end of November. He’ll be at Count Basie Center for the Arts in Red Bank on Friday, November 29th and Sound Waves in Atlantic City on Saturday, November 30th as part of his tour: A Night with Matteo: The Americas 2024.
Saturday, November 30 – SOPAC’s 25th Annual Giants of Jazz Event to Honor Drummer Lewis Nash. (SOUTH ORANGE, NJ) — South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC) will celebrate the 25th Anniversary of its iconic Giants of Jazz event by honoring Grammy Award-winning drummer and master band leader Lewis Nash on the Mainstage Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 8:00pm.
Sunday, December 1 – Newton Theatre presents Jessica Lynn: Very Merry Classic Christmas. (NEWTON, NJ) — You can get into the Christmas spirit early this year with Jessica Lynn’s “Very Merry Classic Christmas” at The Newton Theatre on Sunday, December 1, 2024 at 7:00pm. Her record-breaking and award-winning show has become a genuine holiday tradition, rivaling, and even eclipsing some of the biggest Christmas spectaculars.
Sunday, December 1 – Jazz ‘doubleheader’ at Rutherfurd Hall features Sinatra film and Latin, Brazilian band on December 1st. (HACKETTSTOWN, NJ) — Jazz fans will get two for the price of one at Rutherfurd Hall on Sunday, December 1, 2024 with the presentation of the PBS documentary “Jimmy Van Heusen’s Swingin’ with Frank and Bing” followed by the live sounds of Latin, Brazilian band, Cubano Be, Cubano Bop.
Tuesday, December 3 – The Levoy Theatre presents Jane Lynch’s “A Swingin’ Little Christmas”. (MILLVILLE, NJ) — The Levoy Theatre presents Jane Lynch’s “A Swingin’ Little Christmas” on Tuesday, December 3, 2024. Emmy Award and Golden Globe Award winning actress is joined by Kate Flannery, Tim Davis, and The Tony Guerrero Quintet. Doors are at 6:00pm; Showtime is 7:00pm.
THEATRE
Luna Stage presents “Lonely Planet” by Steven Dietz. (WEST ORANGE, NJ) — Luna Stage presents Lonely Planet by Steven Dietz, directed by Melissa Firlit, from November 14 – December 8, 2024. Lonely Planet is a funny and heartwarming story of friendship, love, and survival. In the 1990s, down an old city street, inside a small map store, a pile of chairs begins to form. Two best friends, Jody and Carl, manage the ever-growing mountain of chairs while taking care of each other and navigating the dark reality that looms in the outside world.
Paper Mill Playhouse presents Irving Berlin’s White Christmas: The Musical. (MILLBURN, NJ) — Paper Mill Playhouse presents Irving Berlin’s White Christmas: The Musical from November 27 to December 29, 2024. Based on the classic 1954 holiday film, it is a Technicolor Broadway musical extravaganza. The production is directed by Paper Mill’s Producing Artistic Director Mark S. Hoebee.
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Kick Off the Holiday Season with “The Best Time of the Year – Music & Memories of Christmas” at MCCC’s Kelsey Theatre. (WEST WINDSOR, NJ) — Put away the turkey, unpack the jingle bells and get into the holiday spirit with The MTM Players for a warm, fun, family-friendly musical revue “The Best Time of the Year – Music & Memories of Christmas” for one weekend and five performances, November 29-December 1, 2024, at the Kelsey Theatre on Mercer County Community College’s West Windsor Campus.
Centenary Stage Company presents “A Christmas Carol: The Musical”. (HACKETTSTOWN, NJ) — Centenary Stage Company’s Family Friendly, Holiday Spectacular: A Christmas Carol: The Musical will run in the Sitnik Theatre from November 29 through December 15, 2024, with many performance times and dates available, including some weekday matinees. This is a musical stage adaptation of Charles Dickens’ classic story, featuring music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Lynn Ahrens, and a book by Lynn Ahrens and Mike Ockrent.
Mile Square Theatre presents the World Premiere of “The Christmas Show Must Go On”. (HOBOKEN, NJ) — Mile Square Theatre presents the World Premiere of The Christmas Show Must Go On by Pia Wilson from November 29 through December 15, 2024. This is a new classic tale for Christmas! The fairies in the Christmas Realm have been losing their power and the Christmas ghosts may all be leaving the realm to become Halloween ghosts. Can the Christmas Fairy welcome humans to the show for the first time ever, stop the ghosts from defecting, and make the annual Christmas Show happen?
The Theater Project to Mark 30th Anniversary with “It’s A Wonderful Life: The Radio Play”. (SUMMIT, NJ) — The Theater Project will mark 30 years of staging new plays and helping aspiring playwrights develop their craft with its 2024 production of It’s a Wonderful Life: The Radio Play, November 30 and December 1 at the Oakes Center Theater in Summit.
Surflight Theatre presents “Miracle on 34th Street”. (BEACH HAVEN, NJ) — Surflight Theatre presents the Christmas musical, Miracle on 34th Street, from November 30 through December 15, 2024. Paula Hammons Sloan directs and choreographs and Pete Clapsis heads the cast as Kris Kringle. In the play, single mother, Doris Walker, doesn’t want her six-year-old Susan’s head filled with romantic notions – such as Santa Claus.
American Theater Group’s Monday Night Play Reading Series presents “Moses in Berlin” by Erik Kahn on December 2nd. (RAHWAY, NJ) — American Theater Group (ATG) will present the premiere reading of Erik Kahn’s new play Moses in Berlin as part of its free Monday Night Play Reading Series on December 2, 2024 at Hamilton Stage in Rahway, NJ. Joseph Discher will direct the reading. The reading is scheduled for 7:00pm.
Theater League of Clifton to Hold Auditions for Dinner/Theater Murder Mystery Comedy. (CLIFTON, NJ) — The Theater League of Clifton will hold auditions for its next dinner/theater production, “Girls Night Out,” on December 3-4, 2024 from 7:00pm-9:00pm, at Mario’s Restaurant (710 Van Houten Avenue) in Clifton. Call backs will be on December 5th.
COMEDY
Friday, November 29 – The Newton Theatre presents Big Apple Comedy Club 58. (NEWTON, NJ) — Big Apple Comedy Club returns to The Newton Theatre on Friday, November 29, 2024 at 8:00pm. This edition features performances by James Camacho, Raanan Hershberg, Marion Grodin, and Rodney Laney.
Saturday, November 30 – NJPAC presents a Thanksgiving Comedy Fest with Nephew Tommy, Sheryl Underwood, Finesse Mitchell, and Dominique. (NEWARK, NJ) — New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents an unforgettable evening filled with laughs on Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 8:00pm. This Thanksgiving Comedy Fest has some of the today’s funniest comedians including Nephew Tommy, Sheryl Underwood, Finesse Mitchell, and Dominique.
DANCE
Friday, November 29 – Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet to be Performed at RVCC Theatre. (BRANCHBURG, NJ) — Celebrate the magic of Christmas this holiday season when The Theatre at Raritan Valley Community College in Branchburg presents Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet, Friday, November 29, 2024 with performances at 4:00pm & 8:00pm.
Saturday, November 30 – Roxey Ballet presents “The Nutcracker” at Villa Victoria Theater. (EWING, NJ) — Roxey Ballet is thrilled to announce the return of its beloved holiday tradition, Tchaikovsky’s, “The Nutcracker”, a favorite for residents and visitors alike. Six performances will take place from November 30 through December 14, 2024 at Villa Victoria Theater in Ewing.
COMMUNITY
Friday, November 29 – T. Thomas Fortune Cultural Center to Celebrate Native American Heritage Day. (RED BANK, NJ) — On Friday, November 29, 2024, the T. Thomas Fortune Cultural Center will honor Native American Heritage Day with a special event spotlighting the intertwined histories of Monmouth County’s Native American and African American populations. The program will feature the premiere of the short film “Entwined for Survival: Monmouth County’s Native American People & the Black En- slaved Population,” followed by a historical presentation from Claire Garland, Executive Director of the Sandhill Historical Society.
Saturday, November 30 – Hip-Hop Legend Darryl “DMC” McDaniels to Launch New Reserve Wines at Old York Cellars on November 30th. (RINGOES, NJ) — Hip-Hop icon Darryl “DMC” McDaniels is coming to Old York Cellars in Ringoes on Saturday, November 30, 2024 to launch his new 2022 King DMC Reserve Wine Collection, featuring an exclusive Meet & Greet with Darryl at the winery. The event runs from 1:00pm to 4:00pm.
Sunday, December 1 – NJPAC presents Neil deGrasse Tyson: Science As A Way Of Knowing. (NEWARK, NJ) — Interested in exploring the mysteries of our Universe? Don’t miss out on the chance to see world renowned astrophysicist, professor, and New York Times best-selling author of the Hayden Planetarium Neil deGrasse Tyson at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on Sunday, December 1, 2024 at 3:00pm.
Sunday, December 1 – Sweets with Santa at Music Mountain Theatre. (LAMBERTVILLE, NJ) — An annual event at Music Mountain Theatre returns on Sunday, December 1, 2024. Join them when Santa stops by the theater! Enjoy some sweet treats, a fun craft to take home, and your very own photo with Santa himself!
Monday, December 2 – RVCC Art Show, Sale to Feature Ceramics, Handmade Jewelry, and Artwork. (BRANCHBURG, NJ) — Raritan Valley Community College’s Arts & Design department will present its annual Holiday Art Show and Sale from December 2-6, 2024, in the Art Gallery (lower level, College Center) at the College’s Branchburg campus. The event is free of charge and open to the public.
Tuesday, December 3 – Seton Hall University presents 15th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on December 3rd. (SOUTH ORANGE, NJ) — Grab your blue Santa hats as Seton Hall University marks its 15th annual Christmas at the Hall celebration with its renowned Tree Lighting Ceremony on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, on the University Green on the South Orange Campus. This free festive celebration promises an evening filled with holiday cheer, featuring live performances, seasonal treats and a chance to join in the spirit of giving. The event begins at 6:00pm.
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EVENT LISTINGS
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Tuesday, November 26 @ 8:00pm – Dan and Phil – TERRIBLE INFLUENCE at Count Basie Center for the Arts, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank
Wednesday, November 27 @ 8:00pm – Manhattan Comedy Night November at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown
Friday, November 29 @ 2:00pm – American Repertory Ballet’s THE NUTCRACKER at McCarter Theatre Center, 91 University Place, Princeton
Friday, November 29 @ 2:00pm – American Repertory Ballet Presents “The Nutcracker” at McCarter Theatre Center (Matthews Theatre), 91 University Place, Princeton
Friday, November 29 @ 2:00pm – A Charlie Brown Christmas: Live on Stage at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown
Friday, November 29 @ 5:00pm – A Charlie Brown Christmas: Live on Stage at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown
Friday, November 29 @ 7:00pm – American Repertory Ballet’s THE NUTCRACKER at McCarter Theatre Center, 91 University Place, Princeton
Friday, November 29 @ 7:00pm – American Repertory Ballet Presents “The Nutcracker” at McCarter Theatre Center (Matthews Theatre), 91 University Place, Princeton
Friday, November 29 @ 7:30pm – Remember Jones Presents back to BACK TO BLACK: the Amy Winehouse Celebration at The Vogel, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank
Friday, November 29 @ 8:00pm – Matteo Bocelli – A Night with Matteo at Count Basie Center for the Arts, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank
Friday, November 29 @ 8:00pm – Anthony Rodia at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood
Saturday, November 30 @ 12:00pm – Santa’s Holiday Market at the Palace at The Historic Palace Theatre, 7 Ledgewood Avenue, Netcong
Saturday, November 30 @ 1:00pm – American Repertory Ballet’s THE NUTCRACKER at McCarter Theatre Center, 91 University Place, Princeton
Saturday, November 30 @ 1:00pm – American Repertory Ballet Presents “The Nutcracker” at McCarter Theatre Center (Matthews Theatre), 91 University Place, Princeton
Saturday, November 30 @ 2:00pm – Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown
Saturday, November 30 @ 6:00pm – American Repertory Ballet’s THE NUTCRACKER at McCarter Theatre Center, 91 University Place, Princeton
Saturday, November 30 @ 6:00pm – American Repertory Ballet Presents “The Nutcracker” at McCarter Theatre Center (Matthews Theatre), 91 University Place, Princeton
Saturday, November 30 @ 7:00pm – Fairytale of New York – The Ultimate Irish-Inspired Christmas Concert at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood
Saturday, November 30 @ 7:30pm – Bell Bottom Blues – A Tribute to Eric Clapton at Lizzie Rose Music Room, 217 E. Main Street, Tuckerton
Saturday, November 30 @ 7:30pm – Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown
Saturday, November 30 @ 7:30pm – Air Supply at Count Basie Center for the Arts, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank
Sunday, December 1 @ 1:00pm – American Repertory Ballet’s THE NUTCRACKER at McCarter Theatre Center, 91 University Place, Princeton
Sunday, December 1 @ 1:00pm – American Repertory Ballet Presents “The Nutcracker” at McCarter Theatre Center (Matthews Theatre), 91 University Place, Princeton
Sunday, December 1 @ 1:00pm – Sesame Street Live! Say Hello at Count Basie Center for the Arts, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank
Sunday, December 1 @ 2:00pm – NJ Ballet: The Nutcracker Sensory Friendly Performance at Union County Performing Arts Center – Main Stage, 1601 Irving Street, Rahway
Sunday, December 1 @ 5:00pm – Sesame Street Live! Say Hello at Count Basie Center for the Arts, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank
Sunday, December 1 @ 7:00pm – Linda Eder at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood
Monday, December 2 @ 7:30pm – WP Piano Night: Just Dance at William Paterson University – Shea Recital Hall 101, 300 Pompton Rd, Wayne
Monday, December 2 @ 7:30pm – Great Art on Screen – Perugio: Eternal Renaissance at Monmouth University – Pollak Theatre, 400 Cedar Avenue, West Long Branch
Tuesday, December 3 @ 7:30pm – WP Percussion Ensemble at William Paterson University – Shea Auditorium, 300 Pompton Rd, Wayne
Tuesday, December 3 @ 7:30pm – George Street Playhouse presents “Gene & Gilda” at New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC), 11 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Tuesday, December 3 @ 7:30pm – Indigo Girls at Count Basie Center for the Arts, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank
Tuesday, December 3 @ 7:30pm – Tuesday Night Record Club – Queen, A Night at the Opera at Monmouth University – Lauren K. Woods Theatre, 370 Cedar Avenue, West Long Branch
Tuesday, December 3 @ 7:30pm – The Sensational Soul Cruisers: Destination Soultown Holiday Show at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown
Santa’s Holiday Market at the Palace
Saturday, November 30, 2024 @ 12:00pm
The Historic Palace Theatre
7 Ledgewood Avenue, Netcong, NJ 07857
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Holiday Spirits: Festive Cocktails and Cheer
Tuesday, December 10, 2024 @ 5:30pm
State Theatre New Jersey
15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
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Tuesday Night Book Club – Percival Everett, James
Tuesday, December 10, 2024 @ 7:30pm
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RVCC Art Show, Sale to Feature Ceramics, Handmade Jewelry, and Artwork
(BRANCHBURG, NJ) — Raritan Valley Community College’s Arts & Design department will present its annual Holiday Art Show and Sale from December 2-6, 2024, in the Art Gallery (lower level, College Center) at the College’s Branchburg campus. The event is free of charge and open to the public.
