Matthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center hosts a variety of live stage performances including theatrical productions, music-based shows, and touring events. The venue offers an intimate setting for audiences to experience live entertainment throughout the year.
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Matthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center Shows 2026–2027
Browse upcoming theatrical performances and live stage shows at this venue in Princeton.
Matthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center is a live performance venue in Princeton, serving local and visiting audiences, hosting theatrical productions, music-based shows, and touring stage performances. This page provides an overview of upcoming shows at Matthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center with event dates and venue-specific details.
Last updated: April 20, 2026.
Start Date
Apr 20, 2026
End Date
May 20, 2026
Contents
Upcoming Shows
About Venue
Venue Location
Planning Your Visit
Theatre Shows Directory
Frequently Asked Questions
Upcoming Shows at Matthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center
Upcoming Shows: 34
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About Matthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center
Matthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center Location
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Planning Your Visit
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Theatre Shows Directory
Explore current and upcoming theatrical productions, including musicals, plays, and stage performances, in the city and nearby towns.
Mrs. Christie
Upcoming Shows: 25
Berlind Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center
May 6, 2026 7:30 PM
Princeton's Famous Triangle Show
Upcoming Shows: 2
Matthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center
May 22, 2026 8:00 PM
Mark Morris Dance Group
Upcoming Shows: 1
Matthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center
May 30, 2026 7:30 PM 
All The Devils Are Here
Upcoming Shows: 10
Berlind Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center
Aug 19, 2026 7:30 PM
A Beat of Our Own
Upcoming Shows: 18
Matthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center
Oct 7, 2026 7:30 PM
Alfred Hitchcock's North By Northwest
Upcoming Shows: 13
Matthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center
Mar 10, 2027 7:30 PM Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of shows actually come through Princeton, NJ?
Pretty much the good stuff. You’ll see touring Broadway hits, big musicals, straight plays, plus ballet, opera, and the occasional comedy run. Some shows arrive with full Broadway-level production, others are a bit more stripped down — but still worth the night out.
How often does the schedule change in Princeton?
More often than people expect. New shows get announced, runs get extended, sometimes dates shift around. If you checked last month, it’s probably already different now — that’s just how live theater works.
Do Broadway shows really come to Princeton, or is that a stretch?
They absolutely do. Not the exact New York cast every time, but the same productions touring across the country. If it played well on Broadway, there’s a good chance it eventually rolls through Princeton.
Where do most shows happen in Princeton?
Usually at the main performing arts centers or historic theaters — the kind of venues built for live stage productions, not just concerts. If a big tour is in town, that’s where it’ll land.
What’s the easiest way to find shows in Princeton, NJ?
Start with the schedule and work from there. Scan by date, see what’s coming up, then click into shows or venues that catch your eye. It’s less “searching” and more “browsing what’s playing.”
Are shows running all year in Princeton?
There’s always something happening, but individual shows don’t stick around forever. Most runs are short — a few days, maybe a couple of weeks — then the production moves on to the next city.
What’s the real difference between Broadway and touring shows here?
Broadway is New York. Everything else is on the road.
That said, touring productions can look surprisingly close to the original — same sets, same music, same story — just in a different zip code.
Do show dates in Princeton ever change last minute?
They can, yeah. It’s not super common, but it happens — schedules shift, runs extend, things get adjusted. Always worth double-checking before you lock in plans.
What theaters are usually included in Princeton listings?
Mostly the major venues — performing arts centers, touring houses, and established theaters that regularly host Broadway tours and large-scale productions.