Red Bank, NJ — On Saturday, June 13, 2026, the historic Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre at the Count Basie Center will host an extraordinary...

New Jersey’s arts scene continues to push boundaries, and this December, Princeton University is preparing to debut one of its most compelling theatrical events yet. The Lewis Center for the Arts’ Program in Theater and Music Theater will present When Pages Breathe: American Black/Out, an immersive lecture-performance that fuses dramatic interpretation, cultural history, and live narrative into a single, resonant experience. Running December 5–6, 2025, the production invites audiences to engage with the depth, resilience, and ongoing evolution of Black American theater. Curated by writer, performer, and educator Chesney Snow, the event expands the university’s long-running When Pages Breathe series, known for transforming literary works into dynamic oral and theatrical performances. This new installment goes further,...

Get ready for an enchanting afternoon where classical music, storytelling, and the artistry of dance come together in the great outdoors. On Sunday, September 28 at 3:00 PM, The School of Philadelphia Ballet will present a free outdoor performance of Peter and the Wolf at the scenic Croft Farm in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. This special performance is designed for audiences of all ages, making it the perfect family outing to welcome the crisp beauty of early fall. Best of all, admission is completely free — all you need is a chair, a blanket, and a sense of wonder. A Timeless Story Brought to Life Through Ballet Originally composed by Sergei Prokofiev in 1936, Peter and the Wolf...