Music
Makaya McCraven and SHABAKA Unite for a Genre-Defying Jazz Experience
McCarter Theatre 91 University Place, Princeton , NJ, United StatesPrepare for a transcendent evening of music as two trailblazing forces in contemporary jazz, Makaya McCraven and Shabaka, unite for an extraordinary performance at McCarter Theatre Center on Saturday, October 19, at 7:30 p.m. Makaya McCraven, a visionary Chicago-based drummer, producer, and composer, is known for his genre-blurring style that merges jazz, hip-hop, and folk....
American Repertory Ballet presents Wonderment
New Brunswick Performing Arts Center 11 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick, NJWONDERMENT is an innovative program of four diverse dance works. Featured on the bill will be Antony Tudor’s Little Improvisations, a “ two children playing in an attic on a rainy day,” per AntonyTudor.org archives, and Lar Lubovitch’s Something About Night, set to choral music by Franz Schubert. Also featured will be the renowned Swan...
Beethoven’s Triple
Richardson Auditorium on the Princeton University campus 68 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ, United StatesPrinceton Symphony Orchestra (PSO) presents PSO’s concertmaster Basia Danilow, principal cellist Alistair MacRae, and pianist Steven Beck performing Ludwig van Beethoven’s “Triple” Concerto for violin, cello, and piano. Also on the program are Michael Abels’ "More Seasons" and Sergei Prokofiev’s Symphony No. 1, “Classical”. Rossen Milanov conducts. Richardson Auditorium, Alexander Hall, Princeton University Campus, Princeton,...
Let’s Just Sing! Choral Reading of Fauré Requiem and Vivaldi Gloria
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Princeton 50 Cherry Hill Rd., PrincetonThe Princeton Society of Musical Amateurs celebrates 90 years of love for choral music, and you’re invited to sing. Vocal scores provided. $10 admission for singers (or annual membership). Free for students and non-singing guests. Members of the community gather together for the common and joyful enterprise of making music for their own pleasure, singing...
A Night of Edgar Allen Poe
Lambertville Station Restaurant and Inn 11 Bridge St, LambertvilleIndulge in a chilling evening of Edgar Allan Poe tales at The Wine Cellar at Lambertville Station Restaurant. Join us for a night of spine-tingling stories narrated by Helen McKenna, paired with a delectable three-course meal and expertly selected wines. This exclusive event is on Thursday, October 24th from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM. Limited...
Deliver Me From Nowhere: The Making of Bruce Springsteen’s Nebraska
Studio 17 17 Seminary Avenue, Hopewell +1 moreDeliver Me From Nowhere: The Making of Bruce Springsteen's Nebraska Come join author Warren Zanes and his musical cohorts Kate Fenner, Chris Harford and Scott E. Moore at Studio 17 for an intimate, in-depth look at the creation of Bruce Springsteen's iconic album, Nebraska. Get ready to dive into the stories behind the songs, the...
Larry Fuller Trio – Jazz Piano Trio
Hillman Performance Hall at Westminster Choir College on the campus of Westminster Choir College, 101 Walnut Lane, Princeton, NJ, United States“He sprinkles stardust on whatever song he plays; you hold your breath in wonder.” ~ The New York Times Larry Fuller TrioLarry Fuller, pianoHassan "JJ" Shakur, bassGeorge Fludas, drums Tickets $30 in advance, $40 at the door. Larry Fuller is an internationally acclaimed American jazz pianist known to "swing like a beast!”. He is a...
Larry Fuller Trio – jazz piano trio
Hillman Performance Hall at Westminster Choir College on the campus of Westminster Choir College, 101 Walnut Lane, Princeton, NJ, United StatesABOUT LARRY FULLER: Larry Fuller is an internationally acclaimed American jazz pianist known by critics and fans to "swing like a beast!”. He is a Yamaha-endorsed Artist and a Princeton Resident! “He sprinkles stardust on whatever song he plays; you hold your breath in wonder.” ~ The New York Times
Suspiria
Princeton Garden Theatre 160 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ, United StatesFrom the master of style and terror, Dario Argento, this thrilling, artful horror film follows an American ballet dancer discovering the sinister and supernatural underbelly of a prestigious dance academy. Argento’s landmark film is enthralling with its incredible cinematography, visual energy, and memorable score courtesy of Italian prog rock band – Goblin. In Italian w/...
Westminster Conservatory presents Celebrate America!
Hillman Performance Hall at Westminster Choir College on the campus of Westminster Choir College, 101 Walnut Lane, Princeton, NJ, United StatesThe Westminster Community Orchestra (WCO), conducted by Dr. Ruth Ochs, will present its first performance of the season on Sunday, November 3, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. in Hillman Hall, in the Cullen Center, on the Westminster campus, Walnut Lane, in Princeton. There are no tickets required; a suggested admission of $10/person will be collected at...
Pianist Igor Levit Returns to Princeton University Concerts
Richardson Auditorium, Alexander Hall, Princeton University Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United StatesNine years after his Princeton University Concerts debut, internationally acclaimed pianist Igor Levit returns to Princeton on Wednesday, Oct. 30 through Sunday, Nov. 3 for a mini-residency bookended by live performances, with a screening of the documentary Igor Levit: No Fear at the Princeton Garden Theatre in the intervening days. On Wednesday, Oct. 30 at 7:30...
All Souls Requiem
Trinity Church, Princeton 33 Mercer Street, Princeton, United States, United StatesThe combined choirs of Trinity Church, directed by Dr. Margaret Harper, present Fauré’s luminous Requiem in memory of those we love and have lost. Join us for an evening of exquisite music experienced within the timeless beauty of the Anglican liturgical tradition.
Princeton Pianists Ensemble Presents: Fantasia
Richardson Auditorium Princeton, NJ, United StatesThe Princeton Pianists Ensemble is thrilled to present “Fantasia,” a one-of-a-kind musical event featuring up to ten pianists playing on five pianos, all on one stage! Join us on Tuesday, Nov. 5 at 8 PM for a concert filled with iconic works from composers like Gershwin and Tchaikovsky, plus nostalgic melodies from The Sound of...
What are we doing to increase the amount of affordable housing in New Jersey?
Jewish Center of Princeton 435 Nassau Street, Princeton, United States“The defining issue of housing today is impermanence,” says Adam Gordon, executive director of the Fair Share Housing Center, who will be one of three speakers talking about the new bill, S50/A4, signed into law by Gov. Murphy on March 20, 2024, that creates a permanent legislative-based system that will assign housing obligations to municipalities...
We’re Having a Ball – Annual Show of the Jersey Harmony Chorus
The Byron Barn 626 Plainsboro Rd, PlainsboroJersey Harmony Chorus invites the public to the annual show entitled “We’re Having a Ball” - a choral concert with popular music from past to present. Jersey Harmony Chorus is a member of the Sweet Adelines International organization which has over 30,000 members worldwide. Come listen to some great music and enjoy lite bites and...
All-Ages Folk Dance
Suzanne Patterson Building 1 Monument Drive, PrincetonOur family-friendly dance features square dances, contra dances, play party games, other traditional American dances, and sometimes folk dances from around the world. it’s great fun for the whole family, from young children (ages 4 and up) to parents and grandparents and other adult friends. The dances will be led by a friendly caller; live...
Let’s Just Sing! Choral Reading of JS Bach’s Mass in B Minor
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Princeton 50 Cherry Hill Rd., PrincetonConductor: Frances Fowler Slade The Princeton Society of Musical Amateurs celebrates 90 years of love for choral music, and you’re invited to sing. Vocal scores provided. Members of the community gather together for the common and joyful enterprise of making music for their own pleasure, singing through the great works in choral literature with chorus,...
Princeton University Sinfonia
Richardson Auditorium in Alexander Hall, Princeton University Alexander Hall, Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United StatesThe Princeton University Sinfonia will present a concert on Sunday, December 8, at 3 p.m. at Richardson Auditorium. Ruth Ochs will lead the program. The concert will open with an early work by Jean Sibelius, his Karelia Overture, a musical tribute to the region in Finland’s southeast. The world premiere of Kindly as dust I scatter towards...
David Roth at Princeton Folk Music Society – live and live-streamed
Christ Congregation Church 50 Walnut Lane, Princeton, NJ, United StatesThe Princeton Folk Music Society welcomes back singer-songwriter David Roth. David strikes the heart and mind with his unique songs, moving stories, and powerful singing. He is a Princeton Folk Music Society tradition and favorite, this being his sixth performance with us since 1994. A songwriter's songwriter, David combines a keen social sensibility with dazzling...
Holiday POPS!
Richardson Auditorium, Alexander Hall, Princeton University Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United StatesSaturday, December 14 at 3pm and 6pm – Holiday POPS! concert with Broadway vocalist Andrea Ross and the Princeton High School Choir brings on the spirit of the holiday season with festive melodies. John Devlin conducts. Richardson Auditorium, Alexander Hall, Princeton University Campus, Princeton, NJ. Tickets: start at $30 (children 5-17 who are accompanied by...
Trenton Punk Rock Flea Market Presents Wreck the Halls 2024
CURE Insurance Arena 81 Hamilton Ave Rt.129, Trenton, United StatesThe Trenton Punk Rock Flea Market's annual Wreck the Halls holiday market returns to the Cure Arena in Trenton December 13-15. Now with a kick-ass Friday Night Market! The event features more than 500 vendors, food trucks, special guests, and more.
Princeton Symphonic Brass Classics and Carols Concert
Community Middle School 95 Grovers Mill Road, Plainsboro, NJ, United StatesThe Princeton Symphonic Brass, under the baton of Lawrence Kursar, will hold its annual Classics and Carols Holiday Concert on Friday, December 20, 2024, at 7:30 PM at the Community Middle School Auditorium, 95 Grovers Mill Road, Plainsboro, New Jersey. The concert will feature Carols, Christmas Classics, Hanukkah Music, and more in a state-of-the-art performance...
Let’s Just Sing! Choral Reading of Handel’s Messiah
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Princeton 50 Cherry Hill Rd., PrincetonConductor: Ruth Ochs The Princeton Society of Musical Amateurs celebrates 90 years of love for choral music, and you’re invited to sing. Vocal scores provided. Members of the community gather together for the common and joyful enterprise of making music for their own pleasure, singing through the great works in choral literature with chorus, orchestra,...
Hear Italian Music from the 18th to the 20th Centuries at Dorothea’s
Dorothea's House 120 John Street, Princeton, NJ, United StatesEnjoy a selection of Italian composers’ solo piano pieces and opera transcriptions when David Leifer, adjunct professor of piano at Westminster Choir College of Rider University and independent piano teacher, presents a program on their many contributions to the vast keyboard literature. The program will begin with works originally written for harpsichord, moving to works...
Let’s Just Sing! Choral Reading of Gilbert and Sullivan’s Iolanthe
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Princeton 50 Cherry Hill Rd., PrincetonConductor: Lee Milhous (Bucks County Gilbert & Sullivan Society) The Princeton Society of Musical Amateurs celebrates 90 years of love for choral music, and you’re invited to sing. Vocal scores provided. Members of the community gather together for the common and joyful enterprise of making music for their own pleasure, singing through the great works...
Princeton Makes and Ragged Sky Press Second Sunday Poetry Reading
Princeton Makes 301 N. Harrison St, Princeton, NJ, United StatesPrinceton Makes, a Princeton-based artists’ cooperative, and Ragged Sky Press, a local poetry publisher, will host a Second Sunday Poetry Reading on Sunday, Jan. 12, at 4 p.m. The readings will take place at the Princeton Makes store in the Princeton Shopping Center. The January reading will feature music-themed poetry by Andrew Condouris and Todd...
Mari Black at Princeton Folk Music Society – live and live-streamed
Christ Congregation Church 50 Walnut Lane, Princeton, NJ, United StatesJanuary 17 - Mari Black - The Princeton Folk Music Society presents an evening of virtuosic violin music with multistyle violinist and champion fiddler Mari Black. Mari’s energetic playing, sparkling stage presence, and dynamic performances have made her a favorite with audiences across the country and around the world. A master of diverse musical styles...
All-Ages Folk Dance
Suzanne Patterson Building 1 Monument Drive, PrincetonOur family-friendly dance features square dances, contra dances, play party games, other traditional American dances, and sometimes folk dances from around the world; it’s great fun for the whole family, from young children (ages 4 and up) to parents and grandparents and other adult friends. No partner is needed; no experience is needed. The dances will...
All-Ages Folk Dance
Suzanne Patterson Building 1 Monument Drive, PrincetonOur family-friendly dance features square dances, contra dances, play party games, other traditional American dances, and sometimes folk dances from around the world; it’s great fun for the whole family, from young children (ages 4 and up) to parents and grandparents and other adult friends. No partner is needed; no experience is needed. The dances will...
Princeton Symphony Orchestra Soundtracks Talk – Amadeus and the Myth of Mozart
Princeton Public Library - Community RoomPSO Soundtracks Talk: Amadeus and the Myth of Mozart – Chris Collier, Executive Director of the Princeton Garden Theatre, and Michael Pratt, Conductor of the Princeton University Orchestra, unravel the enduring legacy and myth of Mozart by watching and discussing excerpts of the 1984 Academy Award-winning movie Amadeus. The movie will be screened at Garden Theater on...