Theaters & Playhouses in NJ | Your complete Guide to NJ Performing Arts, Dinner Theater, Plays and Shows Near You

Hunterdon Hills Playhouse Dinner Theatre welcomes patrons from all over the tri-state area. Our season is filled with energetic performances ranging from Broadway shows and comedies, to vibrant musicals, original immersive dinner theatre, world premieres, nationally renowned music events and concerts, and more! Freshly prepared, table-served cuisine and our ... Read More

Riddlesbrood Touring Theatre Company has been performing for New Jersey residence since 1998 and have continually been a hit! They are set in Burlington City NJ and do several performances there a month, but also travel throughout New Jersey to perform at your venue, no matter the occasion. For over 20 years, Riddlesbrood has been performing top quality e... Read More

There is always something awesome going on at The Theater Project! The Theater Project many different events and programs throughout the year. We work to nurture rising artists and help them to showcase their work. One of our main missions is to get the local community to have a renewed interested in the live theate... Read More

Paper Mill Playhouse is one the nation's premier musical theaters. They also encourage an educational and creative environment via classes, camps, and more for theater lovers of all age... Read More

Algonquin Arts Theatre is Broadway in Your Backyard! The 517-seat venue offers musicals, plays, jazz concerts, orchestra concerts, opera, comedy, a local artist series and special events throughout the entire yea... Read More

Mission + Vision, Twenty-Seven years ago when I first founded the Saddle River Youth Theatre, we had 15 students. Today, we offer a safe place for our students to learn and grow, with over 200 cast families involved throughout the year and serving an audience of over 6000, we offered 300 classes and 60 performances in 2019. Come see why the Bergen County Div... Read More

ABOUT interACT - interACT's mission is to be an inclusive, accessible, true theatre of the Community, creating opportunities for those who wish to be involved, novice or veteran, and explore works that create conversation, challenge the status quo, and embrace diversity, while maintaining high-quality productions at affordable price... Read More

New Jersey Performing Arts Center is known for its two beautiful halls that host performances by some of the world's most renowned artists. Whether your interest is in theater, dance, orchestra, NJPAC is sure to have everything you are looking for. Take a night out for some live entertainment in Northern Jerse... Read More

Art House Productions provides an opportunity for members of the community to come together to share their work. They put on performances and aide interaction between artists and the local community. They hold various events and educational programs for kids and adults incorporate everyone into the art... Read More

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Voorhees Theatre Company is one of Southern NJ’s best community theatres. VTC was established as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in 2002. Its mission is to offer performance and educational opportunities to artists on stage and behind the scenes and to bring audiences professional-calibe... Read More

McCarter Theatre Center hosts a number of performances centered around theater, dance, music, and seasonal events! They attract people from all over the state and tri-state area to see their shows. From their parties to their performances, the McCarter Theatre is an experience you don't want to miss out o... Read More

The George Street Playhouse regularly performs new plays as well as classics. With a show practically every night of the week, you can rely on George Street Playhouse for last minute plans! Join locals in attending one of their many innovative production... Read More

Located right ion the campus of Mercer County Community College is Kelsey Theatre. It is a local family favorite and a small intimate venue. They host plenty of children's and family theatre, adult events, and live cultural events. This is a great place to take your little one for something outside the everyday routin... Read More

With a variety of options for plays, Broadway Theatre of Pitman has something for everyone's taste. They also participate in a number of educational and outreach programs in the community. If performing is more your speed, you are given the opportunity to audition for some of their upcoming shows! The Broadway Theatre of Pitman makes sure that everyone in th... Read More

The State Theatre is a one-of-a-kind venue in central Jersey. It has been completely renovated and restored from a 1921 vaudeville and silent film palace. Now, there are plenty of performances from plays to singers! Come by to be immersed in a vintage feel while enjoying the art... Read More

A trip to Rhino Theatre ensures a fun night out for the whole family. Opt for the Dinner and a Show package, or simply enjoy one of their many plays and musicals. Lessons, parties, and summer camps are also offered for children and adults with an interest in acting and theatre... Read More

Cape May Stage has become a go-to theater for locals and has been voted one of the top 3 theaters in the state! There are six Main Stage shows each seasons along with a few second stage ones, so don't miss out! There are also a number of educational opportunities for adults and children with an interest in theatre... Read More

Community at Mayo Center for the Performing Arts is a nonprofit center for performing arts. They provide the public with a variety of options for entertainment such as Jazz, ballet, comedians, and theater. If your little one is interested in theater and acting classes, the Mayo Center provides those, too! There is something for everyone at this organization ... Read More

Dreamcatcher Repertory Theatre is a nonprofit organization focused on smaller performances. The nature and size of their shows establishes an intimacy between audience and artists. Come by today for improv comedy, plays, and more... Read More

Bergen Performing Arts Center presents orchestra concerts, shows, family events, and more. With a variety of events and performances, you are sure to find what you are looking for! They also host a number of educational programs for those interested in the arts. BPAC is also a non-profit organizatio... Read More

Originally named the Rahway Theatre which was opened on October 16th, 1928, and now fully restored and renamed Union County Performing Arts Center they have been putting on impressive productions for almost a century. The Main stage at Union County Performing Arts Center is listed in both state and national registers of historic sites. Now a multipurpos... Read More

Dover Little Theatre is an intimate venue for performances in Northern Jersey. They focus on bringing the community together through the shows they put on. The theatre is run entirely by volunteers. Join in on the local artistic community by seeing a show or participatin... Read More

Perfect for Shakespeare fanatics, the Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey hosts plays and performances dedicated to the famous playwright's work. They focus on representing the brilliance of the classics throughout their Main Stage season, from May to December. In the summer, they also have Outdoor Stage so you can kick back, relax, and enjoy a play in the bea... Read More

The Wayne YMCA is home to the Rosen Performing Arts Center. They regularly have awesome theater, dance, and other and arts-related events and classes for children, teens, and adults. The Rosen Arts Center is also available to rent for companies, upcoming concerts, filming, and conferences.

The Brook Arts Center, located in Bound Brook NJ was opened in 1927. Today, the Theater is the only existing vaudeville theater in Somerset County. The Theater offers fundraising and educational events, silent movies, concerts, plays, and other local arts-related events.

The Centenary Stage Company is dedicated to presenting high-quality professional theater, live dance, and music events. Centenary Stage for over twenty years has served as an amazing local cultural resource. One of their goals is to make the arts accessible for all walks in and around the regional community. They offer many special programs including liv... Read More

The Strand Center For The Arts is a well known top venue for live entertainment in South Jersey. They have a reputation as having one of the best acoustical theaters in the nation. The Strand Center For The Arts offers senior activities, a school of arts, many seasonal plays, musicals, holiday concerts, and romantic dinner shows. They are best known fo... Read More

Two River Theater is a great American Theater that promotes art education to help support up and coming artists. Two River produces many theatrical events annually. They take pride in having served thousands of students to help put them through different types of educational arts and humanities programs. They have some very adventurous artists that take t... Read More

The Levoy Theatre is a beautifully restored theatre located in Millville, NJ. Their mission is to hold amazing comedy, concerts, and broadway quality theater events. The Levoy has a box seating capacity of 1,100 lower level seating, orchestra pit, and a balcony seating capacity of 400.

The Count Basie Theatre is well known for its programs that help to educate, entertain, and inspire the local central New Jersey community. Count Basie is a non-profit organization that is committed to enriching the quality and opportunities in local schools as well as other local organizations. The Count Basie Center’s Performing Arts Academy is home... Read More

White Eagle Hall is the place to visit if you are interested in dance, family shows, comedy, live music, and theater in the Jersey City area. They have an intimate event space that can be used for fundraisers, corporate meetings, weddings, private parties, and pretty much any type of event.

The Wellmont Theatre is a New Jersey institution that has been a favorite concert venue for local NJ residents for many years. The small theatre boasts great shows, amazing lighting, intimate seating, and very friendly staff. The small downtown area of Montclair has a couple of really nice bars and restaurants to check out either before or after the sh... Read More

The Crossroads Theatre is a small theatre located in central NJ that is dedicated to producing and creating high professional standards in theater play production. Crossroads Theatre gives artistic collaborators and writers a nurturing environment to work and grow in. Crossroads Theatre has also, received 11 grants from different foundations, on top of ... Read More

The Newton Theatre is a lovely (recently restored) intimate venue with a seating capacity of 605. Their Arts Academy (which opened in January of 2018) serves children from the age of 5 years and up with workshops and classes. Newton Theatre gives back to the community by holding benefits, fundraisers, and awareness. They are also, fully dedicated to in... Read More

If you are looking for a fun night in Spring Lake New Jersey, come check out the Spring Lake Theatre Company. Not only will you be impressed with the productions but you will also be wowed by the riveting performances given by their actors in the 356 seat theatre. Are you looking to get into acting on the stage yourself? The Spring Lake Theater Company a... Read More

The Theater at Raritan Valley Community College (RVCCArts) is a community based non-profit performing arts center. Offering a wide variety of cultural programming by pro-touring companies as well as educational programming to the community. RVCCArts works hard to be a centerpiece of culture providing a prime location for a meeting place of diverse ideas ... Read More