Live Entertainment for the Week of April 7, 2025

Posted Mon, Apr 7, 2025, By Staff Writer

Getting tired of Netflix? Then get out of the house and experience some live entertainment for a change. From musical performances to comedy routines, there's nothing like actually being there in person. Just check out these live events coming up in North Jersey.

1. IJS Monday Night Big Band Series presents Lance Bryant & Shout!

	Mon, Apr 7, 2025, 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
	Clement's Place, 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, 07102 [View map]
	Ticket price: $0
	Organized by The Institute of Jazz Studies Rutgers-Newark

SHOUT! features some of the finest musicians in the NY/NJ area in a modern big band setting performing hip arrangements of new jazz classics and originals by master arranger and tenor saxophonist Lance Bryant. This full sixteen piece big band performs compositions and arrangements by Lance and occasionally arrangements of his colleagues.

2. Black Pearl 4/8 tuesday night LITNESSS

	Tue, Apr 8, 2025, 7:00 PM to 11:50 PM
	Pearl Studios NJ, 90 Forrest Street, Jersey City, NJ, 07304 [View map]
	Tickets range from $10.00 to $12.51

join us at 6:30 for a special show of both touring acts from philly, and bands from right here in hudson county. Music starts at 7!

3. Musical Storytime with Mr. Corbitt, ages 6 Mos - 4 Yrs.

	Wed, Apr 9, 2025, 11:00 AM to 11:40 AM
	Tenafly Public Library, 100 Riveredge Road, Edna Kawulitzki Gallery, Tenafly, NJ, 07670 [View map]
	Ticket price: $0

Corbitt Williams is an energetic performer and music lover. He traveled with Disney Cruise lines as a performer and worked as a cabaret singer in New York before discovering his love of teaching and performing for families. Mr. Corbitt will share books of contemporary songs from the realms of jazz, reggae, pop, rock, and R&B.

4. THE KOOTZ / LEONIA LIBRARY / Leonia

	Wed, Apr 9, 2025, 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM
	Leonia Library, 227 Fort Lee Road, Leonia, NJ [View map]
	Organized by Mingle Around Singles (40s 50s 60s-Events & Adventures)

Join us on Wednesday, April 9th for National Library Week at the LEONIA LIBRARY outside in the grass as we watch, listen, dance and sing to with our friends, **THE KOOTZ**. Pack your beach chair and snacks and drinks to share. Arrive at 3;30 p.m. to find parking and seating and to socialize with MINGLE AROUND SINGLE'S Members before the 4:30 p.m. show which ends at 6:00 p.m

5. Amélie: The Musical

	Thu, Apr 10, 2025, 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
	Jim Wise Theatre, Kupfrian Hall, NJIT Campus, 99 Summit St, Newark, NJ, 07103 [View map]
	Tickets range from $15.00 to $17.85
	Organized by NJIT THAT Program

Amélie is about an extraordinary young woman who lives quietly in the world but loudly in her mind. She covertly improvises small but surprising acts of kindness that bring joy and mayhem. But when a chance at love comes her way, Amélie realizes that to find happiness she’ll have to risk everything and say what’s in her heart.

6. SKG Projects Presents: Coy 2 Nights in NJ (NIGHT 1)

	Fri, Apr 11, 2025, 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
	The Juice House, 10 North Willow Street, Montclair, NJ, 07042 [View map]
	Ticket price: $0
	Organized by SKG Projects

Join Coy for two nights of live music in New Jersey, featuring exclusive experiences for attendees. Night One: Enjoy an exclusive set at Juice House in Montclair, where attendees will have access to a special menu featuring acai bowls and coffee. Space is limited — reserve your spot today!

7. Manhattan Comedy Night @MPAC (Please read event description)

	Fri, Apr 11, 2025, 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM
	Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown, NJ [View map]
	Organized by Meet Your Neighbors Morristown

Join us for a fun night of comedy at the MPAC! Get some comic relief with the popular stand-up series showcasing the rising stars of comedy. Mature content, language. Adults only. Here is the link to purchase tickets: https://secure.mayoarts.org/18441/18829

8. NOBODY'S FOOL / WAYNE ALE HOUSE/ Wayne

	Fri, Apr 11, 2025, 8:00 PM to 11:59 PM
	Wayne Ale House, 611 Ratzer Road, Wayne, NJ [View map]
	Organized by Mingle Around Singles (40s 50s 60s-Events & Adventures)

Join us for an evening of live music, dancing and fun as we watch, listen, dance and sing to **NOBODY'S FOOL**. NOBODY'S FOOL performs The BEST Classic Rock & Modern Rock! GREAT TUNES = GREAT TIMES!

9. Colonial Comedy: The Best Live Comedy Show in Morristown

	Fri, Apr 11, 2025, 8:00 PM to 9:30 PM
	39 Maple Ave, 39 Maple Avenue, Morristown, NJ, 07960 [View map]
	Tickets range from $12.00 to $15.00
	Organized by Colonial Comedy

Looking for something fun and inexpensive to do, look no further. On Friday, April11th (8pm), get ready for the best live comedy show in Morristown. We’re only 1 block off South Street at 39 Maple Ave. (Morristown Masonic Center). This show is BYOB (Beer/Wine) so feel free to bring something to drink. (Must be 21+ to consume alcohol but all ages may attend).

10. Red Hot Chili Pepper Tribute

	Fri, Apr 11, 2025, 9:00 PM to Sat, Apr 12, 2025, 1:30 AM
	Shawn's Crazy Saloon, 350 Belleville Turnpike, North Arlington, NJ [View map]
	Tickets range from $15.00 to $17.85
	Organized by Shawns Crazy Saloon

Get ready for an unforgettable night of music at Shawn's Crazy Saloon! Ice Cold, the ultimate Red Hot Chili Peppers Tribute Band, is headlining this epic night of rock, and Incubas, the best Incubus Tribute Band, is kicking things off! It's going to be a night of non-stop hits from two legendary bands!

11. ROMEO & JULIET

	Sat, Apr 12, 2025, 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM
	High Tech High School, 1 High Tech Way, Secaucus, NJ, 07094 [View map]
	Ticket price: $0

Two households collied in Shakespeare's gripping masterpiece Romeo & Juliet, as a pair of "star-crossed lovers" navigate family, tradition, and first love. This program was made possible by a grant from the New Jersey State Council of the Arts.

12. Open Mic Saturdays

	Sat, Apr 12, 2025, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
	Medallion Bistro (formerly Caffe Maria), 4306 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Union City, NJ, 07087 [View map]
	Tickets range from $0.00 to $5.33
	Organized by Queen of Bohemia Productions

Welcome to Open Mic Saturdays at Medallion Bistro! Join us on Saturdays from 1 PM for an entertaining event. Whether you're a seasoned performer or want to showcase your talents, this is the perfect opportunity to shine on stage. Enjoy a cozy atmosphere while sharing your music, poetry, comedy, or any other talent you have.

13. Take the Lead musical April 12 the Papermill Playhouse 1:30 pm

	Sat, Apr 12, 2025, 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM
	PaperMill Playhouse, Brookside Dr, Millburn, NJ [View map]
	Organized by Fantastic Women seeking female friends over 50

We are seeing the musical Take the Lead on Saturday April 12, 2025, at 1:30 pm. Everyone needs to purchase their own ticket. You can purchase the ticket anywhere in the theater that you would like to sit. The web site to purchase tickets is https://papermill.org/ After the show there will be a question-and-answer session with the cast of the show.

14. THE KOVERUP BAND LIVE / IN THE DRINK / Wayne, NJ

	Sat, Apr 12, 2025, 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
	In The Drink Restaurant and Bar, 209 Totowa Rd, Wayne, NJ [View map]
	Organized by Mingle Around Singles (40s 50s 60s-Events & Adventures)

Join us as we listen, relax and enjoy THE KOVERUP BAND performing classic rock & roll tunes at In The Drink located inside the Preakness Valley Golf Course. Arrive at 5:00 p.m. to find seating and parking and to socialize before the 6:00 p.m. performance. This is an OUTDOOR EVENT. Dress accordingly.

15. ORACLE BAND CD RELEASE PARTY IN CONCERT HIGHER CALL

	Sat, Apr 12, 2025, 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
	Montclair Community Church, 143 Watching Ave,, Montclair, NJ [View map]
	Organized by NJ Christian Singles

Welcome to Oracle, a Christian rock band. Original faith-based rock and acoustic ballads that will encourage, comfort, inspire, and strengthen your faith. Mark your calendar and join us for one of these fun and inspiring evenings! We're excited for you to hear all of the new music that will be on our album "Higher Call."

16. DEBRA DEVI with THE PUSHER (Junestar MrBlackman & Randy Haze)

	Sat, Apr 12, 2025, 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
	503 Social Club, 503 3rd Street, Hoboken, NJ, 07030 [View map]
	Tickets range from $20.00 to $23.18
	Organized by 503 Social Club

Debra Devi plays "dreamy blues-rock and blistering psychedelic jams" (Relix) driven by her soulful voice and expressive guitar playing. Based in Jersey City, her killer band includes Kevin Jones on bass, John Roccesano on drums and Brian Rigby on keys. The Pusher is an outfit consisting of Junestar Mrblackman and Randy Haze. They create a soulful yet experimental experience while sounding timeless.

17. Above Ground present : Hoofer Maurice Chestnut feat The Foreman Brothers

	Sat, Apr 12, 2025, 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM
	CryOut Cave, 601 Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard #Basement (Suite 2, Newark, NJ, 07102 [View map]
	Tickets range from $15.00 to $23.18
	Organized by Maurice Chestnut

Come see Maurice Chestnut and The Foreman Brothers at Above Ground - it's gonna be a night of incredible talent and amazing performances!

18. Sip Sessions: The High Chiefs, Kief Shuvel & the Goddamn Wrecks

	Sat, Apr 12, 2025, 7:30 PM to 11:30 PM
	Sip Studios JC, 140 Sip Avenue, Jersey City, NJ, 07306 [View map]
	Tickets range from $10.00 to $20.00
	Organized by Sip Studios JC

Welcome to **Sip Sessions: The High Chiefs, Kief Shuvel & the Goddamn Wrecks**! Get ready for a night of epic music and good vibes at Sip Studios JC. The High Chiefs, Kief Shuvel, and the Goddamn Wrecks will be bringing down the house with their killer performances. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enjoy some amazing live music. See you there!

19. Buck Shot

	Sat, Apr 12, 2025, 9:00 PM to Sun, Apr 13, 2025, 1:30 AM
	Shawn's Crazy Saloon, 350 Belleville Turnpike, North Arlington, NJ [View map]
	Tickets range from $10.00 to $12.51
	Organized by Shawns Crazy Saloon

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20. Hottest Comedy Show in Hoboken! Live at the Barbershop! BYOB! Hoboken!

	Sat, Apr 12, 2025, 9:15 PM to 10:30 PM
	D&V Barbershop, 1034 Washington St, Hoboken, NJ, 07030 [View map]
	Tickets range from $22.00 to $26.99
	Organized by GreatestShowEver.com

Live at the barbershop is the hottest weekly stand up comedy show in Hoboken! The show takes place in a real Hoboken Barbershop and always featuring killer comics from TV, special guest drop-ins and amazing crowds. The shows sell out every week so be sure to grab your tickets! Venue is 21+

21. SCHUMANN, CHOPIN and BRAHMS (NJ)

	Sun, Apr 13, 2025, 7:30 PM to 9:15 PM
	Fort Lee Music Hall, 1622 Parker Ave Third Floor, Fort Lee, NJ, 07024 [View map]
	Ticket price: $0
	Organized by NEW YORK CLASSICAL PLAYERS

Co-presented by the Fort Lee Music Hall, this program features two masterpieces, each embodying the emotional richness and complexity of the Romantic era. Together, Beethoven's Trio Op. 38 and Brahms’ Trio Op. form a dynamic conversation, contrasting Beethoven’s structural precision with Brahms’ expansive, heartfelt creativity.

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