Postmodern Jukebox’s musical troupe of world-class singers, dancers and instrumentalists will perform a variety show-styled evening of its popular genre-twisting covers of pop hits, with a few holiday classics sprinkled in. Audiences can expect to hear familiar hits — from Guns ‘n’ Roses to the Spice Girls to Chappell Roan — in the throwback styles of yesteryear. Dress in your vintage best for the full effect!
The Stray Cats
The Stray Cats — Brian Setzer, Lee Rocker and Slim Jim Phantom — put Rockabilly music back on the record charts in the early ’80s thanks to a striking visual 1950’s style and sound on such hits as “Rock This Town,” “Stray Cat Strut,” “(She’s) Sexy & 17” and “Runaway Boys.” Note: Audience patrons may stand and dance in front of their seats at any time during THE STRAY CATS performance.
Celebrate Arts and Culture at the New Brunswick Heart Festival this Saturday!
Get ready for an afternoon of pure celebration as Downtown New Brunswick comes alive this Saturday for the annual New Brunswick Heart Festival. This free, family-friendly outdoor event is a vibrant tribute to the arts and history of New Jersey’s cultural heart, promising an unforgettable day of music, dance, and community for all ages.
The festival transforms the area in front of the theaters at Monument Square into a bustling hub of activity. From 2 PM to 6 PM, the outdoor stage will be alive with a dynamic lineup of performers, showcasing the incredible local talent that defines the region. You’ll hear the lively sounds of the New Brunswick Brass Band, enjoy the electrifying Bollywood Zumba by Navrang Dance Academy, and be mesmerized by the intricate footwork of tap dancer Omar Edwards. The afternoon culminates with a high-energy dance party featuring hustle instruction and Motown and Disco hits from The Discoteks.
Beyond the stage, the festival is packed with activities to delight everyone. Kids can get creative with free arts & crafts, have their faces painted, or watch in awe as balloon animals take shape. The Arts Institute of Middlesex County will host a history corner with historical interpreters from East Jersey Old Town Village, offering a fascinating glimpse into the area’s past. A dedicated health & wellness area, hosted by Garden of Healing, provides a space for relaxation and education. For those with an artistic eye, the State Theatre New Jersey studio space will host an art installation, a visual history of New Brunswick’s music scene, and other displays.
While the festival itself is free, the day offers an incredible opportunity to start the fun early. At 1 PM, inside the State Theatre New Jersey, you can catch the ticketed performance of LUMIA: A Futuristic Cirque Show. This jaw-dropping production redefines entertainment by blending breathtaking acrobatics with cutting-edge visual technology, including holograms, lasers, and even robots. It’s an experience that’s truly out of this world and a perfect prelude to the festival’s festivities.
No festival is complete without delicious food, and the New Brunswick Heart Festival has plenty to offer. A variety of food vendors, including Mozzarella Italian & Mexican Cucina, Crazy Korn, and Jamaican Patty Wagon, will be on hand to satisfy every craving. Be sure to stop by the special one-day sale on tickets for upcoming State Theatre New Jersey shows—an amazing chance to save on future entertainment.
This Saturday, join the community in celebrating the rich culture that makes New Brunswick so special. It’s a day for discovery, fun, and creating lasting memories. For more on the exciting shows and performances happening around the Garden State, check out our entertainment page here.
| NEW BRUNSWICK HEART FESTIVAL SCHEDULE |
| 1PM—State Theatre New Jersey LUMIA: A Futuristic Cirque Show Join us at 1pm, before the Heart Festival, for an amazing laser light cirque show featuring a cast of acrobats, jugglers, dancers, and daredevils—fun for the entire family! BUY TICKETS |
 ALL DAY—2PM-6PM DJ IZMand hosts Sharon Gordon & Bert Baron Outdoor Stage Open House at Princeton Ballet School Studio 60 Bayard St. History & Art Studio space at State Theatre New Jersey 15 Livingston Avenue Visit the STNJ studio for an art installation by Melissa Pepin, a visual display of a historic timeline of New Brunswick’s music scene, set models from Plays-In-The-Park, and East Jersey Old Town Village’s history display, including a printing press. |
 2PM-3PM — Outdoor Stage New Brunswick High School Cheerleaders New Brunswick Brass Band Jersey Talent winner, pianist Elias Nicozisis Bollywood Zumba by Navrang Dance Academy |
 3PM-4PM — Outdoor Stage Grupo de Danza Folklórica La Sagrada Familia George Street Playhouse musical performance |
 4PM-5PM — Outdoor Stage Tap dancer Omar Edwards National ACT-SO Bronze Medalist and singer Myles CherettAfro-Peruvian music and dance by Socabón Peru Cultural Association with Special Guest Mariela Valencia |
 5PM-6PM — Outdoor Stage Hustle dance instruction with Amy Garcia Phillips and the Contento Dancers Motown and Disco hits with The Discoteks |
Gabby’s Dollhouse Live! Presented by Walmart
October 25, 2025 @ 17:00 – October 26, 2025 @ 23:30
A brand-new stage show inspired by the magical world of the global preschool sensation from DreamWorks Animation! In this a-MEOW-zing musical show, Gabby unboxes a special acorn that needs the magical touch of a rainbow to grow. But when CatRat causes a color cat-astrophe and breaks the rainbow, Gabby and the Gabby Cats must find the colors again to set things right. Gabby’s Dollhouse Live! brings to life an exciting original story featuring unique puppets, dynamic.
Terrapin Station Entertainment and TEG Life Like Touring, in association with Universal Destinations and Experiences, present Gabby’s Dollhouse Live! Presented by Walmart, a brand-new stage show inspired by the magical world of the global preschool sensation from DreamWorks Animation.
In this a-MEOW-zing musical show, Gabby unboxes a special acorn that needs the magical touch of a rainbow to grow. But when CatRat causes a color cat-astrophe and breaks the rainbow, Gabby and the Gabby Cats must find the colors again to set things right. Gabby, Pandy Paws and friends travel to the Cat-O-Sphere, Mermaid-Lantis and some favorite Dollhouse locations in search of the colors that will make rebuilding the rainbow, possible. Gabby’s Dollhouse Live! Presented by Walmart brings to life an exciting original story featuring incredible puppets, dynamic staging, a talented live show cast of singer-actor-puppeteers and songs from the beloved series, including “Hey Gabby”, “You Can’t Spell Meow Without Me” and “Sprinkle Party”.
Tickets on sale 05/16/25 – sign-up at www.gabbysdollhouselive.com for pre-sale access.
Guest Attraction: Girls Gone Bible Live Tour
Girls Gone Bible is the beloved and quickly growing hit podcast. A faith-based podcast that is accepted and loved by any and all people no matter their religion. These two cover all topics from faith, to mental health, relationships, life in general, and they bring it all back to Jesus. The Girls Gone Bible ministry has grown so rapidly because of their real and raw heavy hitting conversations. Angela and Arielle double as hardcore Jesus freaks and a ridiculous comedic…
New Jersey Symphony: Disney’s Fantasia in Concert
Experience Disney’s groundbreaking marriage of symphonic music and animation, Fantasia. Beloved repertoire from the original 1940 version and Fantasia 2000, including The Sorcerer’s Apprentice, Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony, and The Nutcracker Suite, will be performed by the New Jersey Symphony while Disney’s stunning footage is shown on the big screen. Enjoy iconic moments and childhood favorites like never before!
Aaron Lewis and the Stateliners: American As It Gets Tour
When Aaron Lewis collaborated with Charlie Daniels, George Jones and Chris Young early in his career, it was clear that the man with the remarkable voice was a country boy at heart. His current album, The Hill, was the iTunes top-selling country album upon its release in 2024. The singer-songwriter is back on the road with his band, The Stateliners, delivering an entertaining show of great songs, captivating stories and patriotic anthems. And that’s as…
Randy Travis: More Life Tour
The Randy Travis: More Life Tour features the legendary country singer and his co-star in The Price, James Dupré. The Country Music Hall of Fame member’s long-time touring band, along with longtime tour manager Jeff Davis, will rejoin “Hoss,” as they affectionately call Travis, on the road for the first time since right before his stroke in 2013. The show will consist of Dupré and the band performing all 16 of his iconic number ones including “On The Other Hand,” “Forever and Ever, Amen” and “Three Wooden Crosses.”
The Psychology of Cults
Hosted by renowned cult interventionist Ashlen Hilliard, this gripping live show takes audiences deep inside the world of cults—how they form, why people join, and what it takes to break free. From infamous groups like Jonestown, Heaven’s Gate, and NXIVM to lesser-known but equally insidious organizations, Ashlen unpacks the psychology, manipulation tactics, and hidden dangers that cults use to control their members as well as how coercion and abuse can happen in…
Celebrating Meat Loaf: Bat Out of Helloween
Celebrate the legendary Meat Loaf and experience his hit songs performed by Meat Loaf’s own band The Neverland Express, featuring American Idol Season 13 champ Caleb Johnson on vocals. Celebrating Meat Loaf honors 45 years of Bat Out of Hell plus Meat Loaf’s greatest hits. As a special Halloween season bonus, the band celebrates the 50th anniversary of The Rocky Horror Picture Show, which costarred Meat Loaf.
An Evening with Amy Grant: Songs/Stories/Memories
Six-time GRAMMY® Award and 26 time GMA Dove Award winner Amy Grant’s career spans more than 40 years and stretches from her roots in gospel into becoming an iconic pop star, songwriter, television personality and philanthropist. Her total career album sales have exceeded 30 million and over 1 billion global streams. Grant’s chart success has been consistent throughout her career with six No. 1 hits, 10 Top 40 pop singles, 17 Top 40 Adult Contemporary tracks and…
Joss Stone: Less is More
October 7, 2025 @ 17:30 – 23:30
Joss Stone Live at Mayo Performing Arts Center – October 7, 2025
Catch Grammy-winning singer Joss Stone in an unforgettable live performance at the Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) in Morristown, NJ, on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at 8:00 PM. As part of her exclusive “Less is More” tour, Joss Stone will captivate the audience with an intimate, stripped-back show that showcases her iconic soulful voice in its purest form. This one-night-only event is not to be missed by fans of soul, blues, and powerful live music. Secure your tickets for an evening of unforgettable music and raw emotion at one of New Jersey’s premier performance venues.
Masters of Illusion
Starring the world’s greatest award-winning magicians, this magic show is unlike anything you have seen before – filled with modern illusions and arts of deception. Audiences will be held at the edge of their seats by jaw-dropping grand illusions, and laugh out loud at the hysterical comedy magic as performers from around the world combine fantasy, fervor and flair with magic created in front of their very eyes.
Disney’s Moana: Live-To-Film Concert
Disney Concerts and AMP Worldwide present Disney’s Moana: Live-To-Film Concert, featuring a full-length screening of the beloved movie accompanied by live performances of a unique on-stage musical ensemble of top Hollywood studio musicians, Polynesian rhythm masters and vocalists, celebrating the music and songs from this award-winning Walt Disney Animation Studios’ animated classic.
YES: The Fragile 2025 Tour
Pioneers of progressive rock, YES has achieved worldwide success with a history spanning 47 years and over 20 studio albums. The band, featuring Steve Howe, Geoff Downes, Jon Davison, Billy Sherwood and Jay Schellen, will perform their hit album Fragile in its entirety, along with other greatest hits from the band’s vast catalog.
The Drew Forum presents: Mitt Romney
Mitt Romney is a statesman, businessman, and former Republican presidential nominee known for his bold leadership and independent voice. A singular figure in American politics, Romney brings deep insights into leadership, policy, and our nation’s most pressing challenges. This event is generously sponsored by the Blanche and Irving Laurie Foundation.
The Addams Family
A comical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family, The Addams Family is the magnificently macabre hit musical featuring everyone’s favorite creepy, kooky characters. The Addams Family is a devilishly delightful musical comedy based on the bizarre and beloved characters by legendary cartoonist Charles Addams.
Steve Winwood
For more than five decades, Steve Winwood has remained a primary figure in Rock ‘n’ Roll, a respected innovator who has helped to create some of the genre’s most celebrated achievements. He has sold over 50 million records during his career. His compositions include “Gimme Some Lovin,’” “Back In The High Life Again,” “Arc Of A Diver,” “Higher Love,” “Roll With It,” “While You See A Chance,” and “Dear Mr. Fantasy” among many others.
The Platters®, The Coasters® & The Classic Drifters
An afternoon of musical memories saluting three of the world’s most beloved musical groups that were instrumental in creating the early R&B/Rock & Roll sound: The Platters (“Only You,” “Remember When,” “The Great Pretender”), The Coasters (“Charlie Brown,” “Poison Ivy,” and “Yakety Yak”), and The Classic Drifters (“Under the Boardwalk,” “Up on the Roof”).
MasterChef All-Stars Live! Featuring Past Contestants
MasterChef All-Stars Live! The Heat. The Competition. The Culinary Magic—LIVE! Get ready, food lovers! MasterChef All-Stars Live! is hitting the road, bringing your favorite chefs straight from the MasterChef kitchen! Witness epic head-to-head battles, thrilling challenges and jaw-dropping culinary creations. Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime night of food, fun, and competition! Cast will include Season 14 show winner Michael Leonard and Season 9 winner Gerron Hurt, as well as others from the current season to be announced.
*Cast is subject to change.
The Heat. The Competition. The Culinary Magic—LIVE!
Get ready, food lovers! MasterChef All-Stars Live! is hitting the road, bringing your favorite chefs straight from the MasterChef kitchen!
This brand-new, high-energy stage show delivers the ultimate MasterChef experience—LIVE up close and personal! Witness epic head-to-head battles, thrilling challenges, and jaw-dropping culinary creations right before your eyes. Plus, hear from your favorite all stars on what it’s like to cook in America’s famous kitchen and toughest judges plus tips and tricks to take to your own home kitchen.
Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime night of food, fun, and fierce competition! Secure your tickets now and get ready to go on a MasterChef culinary journey through the senses and experience the excitement!
Season 14 show winner Michael Leonard and Season 9 winner Gerron Hurt will join the cast of MasterChef All-Stars Live. Additional cast members from Season 15 MasterChef: Dynamic Duos airing Wednesdays (8:00-9:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX, next day on Hulu, will join the tour and be announced closer to the tour kick off date.
Michael Leonard, winner of Season 14, embodies a bold cooking style and holds strong intuition in the kitchen. Since the wrap up of the show, he has focused on growing his brand through food content, private dinners, and time spent working in professional kitchens. He’s now building out FlavorPerfection—a platform for new projects focused on his passion for food that connects with people.
Gerron Hurt rose to culinary fame as the Season 9 winner of hit culinary competition series, MasterChef. Hailing from Louisville, Kentucky, Gerron impressed judges Gordon Ramsay, Joe Bastianich, and Aaron Sanchez with his southern-inspired dishes and heartfelt cooking style. Since his victory, Gerron has continued to pursue his culinary dreams, sharing his love for food through cooking demonstrations, collaborations, and inspiring others with his journey from educator to acclaimed chef. His win on MasterChef not only validated his talent but also solidified his place in the culinary world as a rising star with a promising future.
*Cast is subject to change.
Season Opening Celebration! Aaron Tveit
MPAC celebrates the opening of our new season with a performance by Aaron Tveit, winner of the 2020 Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical for Moulin Rouge! Known for his dynamic performances, Tveit has appeared in other Broadway hits including Catch Me If You Can and Next to Normal, in films such as Les Misérables, and on TV in Gossip Girl, Grease: Live! and Schmigadoon!
An Intimate Evening with Celtic Thunder
Celtic Thunder performs its most beloved songs while reuniting past and present members for an unforgettable evening of music, memories, and camaraderie. Featuring some of their greatest hits, this concert will showcase the powerful harmonies, soaring ballads and electrifying performances that have made Celtic Thunder a household name. From classic Irish folk songs to contemporary favorites, audiences can expect to hear the anthems that have defined Celtic Thunder’s
George Thorogood and The Destroyers: “The Baddest Show on Earth Tour”
George Thorogood & The Destroyers Live at MPAC
September 9, 2025 @ 20:00 – 23:30
Get ready for a night of classic rock power as George Thorogood & The Destroyers hit the stage at the Mayo Performing Arts Center in Morristown on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at 7:30 PM. For more than five decades, Thorogood and his band have been icons of gritty guitar riffs and unforgettable rock anthems.
Special guest Canyon Lights will kick off the evening, setting the tone for a high-energy night of music.
Tickets are moving fast, and only a limited number remain for this one-night-only New Jersey performance.
Classic Replay presents… 90s Mixtape Live!
From the creators of The Doo-Wop Project comes 90s Mixtape Live! Remember the thrill of going to the record store and tearing the plastic off a brand-new CD? How about when you listened to the radio hoping to hear the latest hit from Alanis Morissette, Boyz II Men, Britney Spears, Green Day, Nirvana, En Vogue or NSYNC? A lineup of four Broadway vocalists put their spin on the biggest bops and greatest hits of the decade!
Lotus Land: The American Rush Tribute
The American Rush Tribute Lotus Land brings the force of live Rush to life on stage. Enjoyed by die-hard Rush fans, musicians, and casual music listeners alike, the Lotus Land experience has been heralded as the ultimate celebration of Rush’s musical craftsmanship and spirited performances. With the true set up and sound of the Canadian power trio, Lotus Land delivers the thrill that people expect when they see Rush in concert.
