New Jersey Performing Arts Center - Prudential Hall 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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New Jersey Performing Arts Center - Prudential Hall Shows 2026–2027
Browse upcoming theatrical performances and live stage shows at this venue in Newark.
New Jersey Performing Arts Center - Prudential Hall is a live performance venue in Newark, serving local and visiting audiences, hosting theatrical productions, music-based shows, and touring stage performances. This page provides an overview of upcoming shows at New Jersey Performing Arts Center - Prudential Hall with event dates and venue-specific details.
Last updated: July 20, 2026.
Start Date
Jul 21, 2026
End Date
Aug 20, 2026
Contents
Upcoming Shows
About Venue
Venue Location
Planning Your Visit
Theatre Shows Directory
Frequently Asked Questions
Upcoming Shows at New Jersey Performing Arts Center - Prudential Hall
Upcoming Shows: 22
Browse upcoming theatrical performances, musicals, and stage productions at this theater.
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Sep2420267:30 PMThuSelect SeatsFrom $71Avg. price ~ $192 -
Oct0220268:00 PMFriSelect SeatsFrom $233Avg. price ~ $473 -
Oct1520263:30 AMThuDodge Poetry Festival - 3 Day PassNew Jersey Performing Arts Center - Prudential HallNewark, NJ, USSelect SeatsFrom $185Avg. price ~ $213 -
Nov0520268:00 PMThuSelect SeatsFrom $63Avg. price ~ $225 -
Nov2020268:00 PMFriSelect SeatsFrom $42Avg. price ~ $89 -
Nov2820268:00 PMSatSelect SeatsFrom $67Avg. price ~ $145
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Dec1320263:00 PMSunNew Jersey Performing Arts Center - Prudential HallNewark, NJ, USSelect SeatsFrom $56Avg. price ~ $141 -
Dec2620264:00 PMSatSelect SeatsFrom $53Avg. price ~ $129 -
Dec2620268:00 PMSatSelect SeatsFrom $53Avg. price ~ $132
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Jan1720273:00 PMSunState Ballet Theatre of Ukraine: CinderellaNew Jersey Performing Arts Center - Prudential HallNewark, NJ, USSelect SeatsFrom $40Avg. price ~ $140 -
Feb06202711:00 AMSatSelect SeatsFrom $42Avg. price ~ $111 -
Feb0620272:00 PMSatSelect SeatsFrom $41Avg. price ~ $111
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Feb0620276:00 PMSatSelect SeatsFrom $42Avg. price ~ $111
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Feb07202711:00 AMSunSelect SeatsFrom $41Avg. price ~ $111
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Feb0720272:00 PMSunSelect SeatsFrom $41Avg. price ~ $111
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Feb1220277:30 PMFriNew Jersey Performing Arts Center - Prudential HallNewark, NJ, USSelect SeatsFrom $63Avg. price ~ $143
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Feb1320272:00 PMSatNew Jersey Performing Arts Center - Prudential HallNewark, NJ, USSelect SeatsFrom $54Avg. price ~ $140
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Feb1320277:30 PMSatNew Jersey Performing Arts Center - Prudential HallNewark, NJ, USSelect SeatsFrom $55Avg. price ~ $143
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Feb1420271:00 PMSunNew Jersey Performing Arts Center - Prudential HallNewark, NJ, USSelect SeatsFrom $54Avg. price ~ $140
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May0720278:00 PMFriNew Jersey Performing Arts Center - Prudential HallNewark, NJ, USSelect SeatsFrom $40Avg. price ~ $140 -
May0820278:00 PMSatNew Jersey Performing Arts Center - Prudential HallNewark, NJ, USSelect SeatsFrom $40Avg. price ~ $137
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May0920273:00 PMSunNew Jersey Performing Arts Center - Prudential HallNewark, NJ, USSelect SeatsFrom $42Avg. price ~ $140
About New Jersey Performing Arts Center - Prudential Hall
New Jersey Performing Arts Center - Prudential Hall 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.
Nate Bargatze
Upcoming Shows: 1
Prudential Center
Aug 8, 2026 7:00 PM
Nurse John
Upcoming Shows: 1
New Jersey Performing Arts Center - Prudential Hall
Sep 24, 2026 7:30 PM 
Jamie Lissow
Upcoming Shows: 1
New Jersey Performing Arts Center - Victoria Theater
Sep 25, 2026 8:00 PM
Martin Lawrence
Upcoming Shows: 1
New Jersey Performing Arts Center - Prudential Hall
Oct 2, 2026 8:00 PM 
Mario Adrion
Upcoming Shows: 1
New Jersey Performing Arts Center - Victoria Theater
Oct 4, 2026 7:00 PM
Dodge Poetry Festival
Upcoming Shows: 1
New Jersey Performing Arts Center - Prudential Hall
Oct 15, 2026 3:30 AM 
Darren Fleet
Upcoming Shows: 1
New Jersey Performing Arts Center - Victoria Theater
Oct 23, 2026 8:00 PM
Disney On Ice: Spotlight Magic!
Upcoming Shows: 9
Prudential Center
Oct 28, 2026 7:00 PM 
Jon Bramnick
Upcoming Shows: 1
New Jersey Performing Arts Center - Victoria Theater
Oct 30, 2026 7:30 PM
Dante Gebel
Upcoming Shows: 1
New Jersey Performing Arts Center - Prudential Hall
Nov 5, 2026 8:00 PM 
Robby Hoffman - Comedian
Upcoming Shows: 1
New Jersey Performing Arts Center - Victoria Theater
Nov 19, 2026 8:00 PM
Matt McCusker
Upcoming Shows: 1
New Jersey Performing Arts Center - Prudential Hall
Nov 20, 2026 8:00 PM 
Nataly Aukar
Upcoming Shows: 1
New Jersey Performing Arts Center - Victoria Theater
Nov 21, 2026 8:00 PM
Thanksgiving Comedy Fest
Upcoming Shows: 1
New Jersey Performing Arts Center - Prudential Hall
Nov 28, 2026 8:00 PM 
Ron Taylor
Upcoming Shows: 1
New Jersey Performing Arts Center - Victoria Theater
Dec 10, 2026 8:00 PM
The Nutcracker
Upcoming Shows: 1
New Jersey Performing Arts Center - Prudential Hall
Dec 13, 2026 3:00 PM
Sacred Visions: Oru de Oro
Upcoming Shows: 1
New Jersey Performing Arts Center - Victoria Theater
Dec 19, 2026 7:30 PM
Cirque Dreams: Holidaze
Upcoming Shows: 2
New Jersey Performing Arts Center - Prudential Hall
Dec 26, 2026 4:00 PM
Cinderella - Ballet
Upcoming Shows: 1
New Jersey Performing Arts Center - Prudential Hall
Jan 17, 2027 3:00 PM
Bluey's Big Play
Upcoming Shows: 5
New Jersey Performing Arts Center - Prudential Hall
Feb 6, 2027 11:00 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of shows actually come through Newark, 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 Newark?
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 Newark, 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 Newark.
Where do most shows happen in Newark?
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 Newark, 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 Newark?
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 Newark 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 Newark listings?
Mostly the major venues — performing arts centers, touring houses, and established theaters that regularly host Broadway tours and large-scale productions.