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SUMMARY:LALAH HATHAWAY IN CONCERT
DESCRIPTION:Lalah Hathaway In Concert\nFriday\, March 6\nDoors: 7 PM\nShow: 8 PM\nTickets: $51 – $120 (All in Pricing)\n \nBy popular demand\, UCPAC welcomes Lalah Hathaway back to UCPAC’s Main Stage! \nFive-time Grammy winner Lalah Hathaway shares the record with Beyoncé for three ‘Best Traditional R&B Performance’ Grammy awards! Her latest album “Vantablack” features Rapsody\, Common\, MC Lyte\, Phonte\, Gerald Albright\, and Michael McDonald. Hathaway is a sought-after collaborator to some of today’s top hitmakers\, think Kendrick Lamar with her vocals appearing on “To Pimp a Butterfly.” Lalah Hathaway is undeniable music royalty\, and with vocal abilities matched by few\, this five-time Grammy award-winner is an acclaimed artist\, singer/songwriter\, and producer. Her talents have inspired invitations to the stage from music legends Prince\, Stevie Wonder and Herbie Hancock. As daughter to the late\, great Donny Hathaway and the product of an incredibly musical family\, Chicago-born and raised Lalah Hathaway has the most soulful of music running through her veins. \n \nA New Era\nLalah Hathaway releases her seventh solo studio album\, VANTABLACK\, her most empowered and impressive effort to date\, June 14th via Hathaway Entertainment/SRG Records. Along with co-producers Phil Beaudreu\, Ariza\, Warryn Campbell and Eric Dawkins\, Hathaway has created a sixteen track sonic landscape filled with dynamic production and superhuman vocals and is joined by feature performances from WILLOW\, Rapsody\, Common\, Michael McDonald\, Phonte\, MC Lyte and Gerald Albright. In Hathaway’s words\, ‘VANTABLACK takes its name from a pigment\, the darkest shade of black ever created. It felt so right for me and this project right now because I set out to make the blackest record EVER! And I did. This album represents the multiplicity of what being black means to me. And I love it!’ \nShe has earned praise from Billboard\, VIBE\, Essence\, the New York Times and performed on the highly sought after stages of NPR’s Tiny Desk and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. Hathaway held the number one Adult R&B song in 2016 and in 2021 her song ‘Show Me Your Soul’ made the Oscars 2021 shortlist for Best Original Song. \nHer current single “So In Love” is climbing the charts as we move into the new era of VANTABLACK. \n  \n \nComing with a group of 10 or more? Request a Group Sale Discount \n \n Check out the City of Rahway’s Dinner & Show Deals! \nSee all of UCPAC’s Upcoming Events
URL:https://ucpac.org/event/lalah-hathaway/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025-2026 Season,Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T230000
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SUMMARY:LEZ ZEPPELIN: THE SONG REMAINS THE SAME - 50TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
DESCRIPTION:Lez Zeppelin: The Song Remains The Same\n50th Anniversary Celebration\nSaturday\, February 21\nDoors: 7 PM\nShow: 8 PM\nTickets: $45-$53 (All In Pricing)\n \nIn honor of the 50th anniversary of the release of “The Song Remains the Same\,” internationally acclaimed Lez Zeppelin — the all-female quartet known for delivering the most powerful and authentic Led Zeppelin experience and the only band personally endorsed by Jimmy Page himself — returns to UCPAC’s Main Stage with a special concert celebrating the iconic 1976 film and its legendary soundtrack! \nAccompanied by a multimedia presentation inspired by the original movie\, Lez Zeppelin will perform “The Song Remains the Same” in its entirety\, with jaw-dropping renditions of classics like “No Quarter\,” “Dazed and Confused\,” “Since I’ve Been Loving You\,” and the transcendent “Stairway to Heaven.” \nHarnessing the energy\, virtuosity\, and grandeur of Led Zeppelin’s storied 1973 performances at Madison Square Garden\, this tribute is more than a concert — it’s a resurrection of rock history\, reimagined and re-ignited for a new generation! \nAbout Lez Zeppelin: \nSwagger. Intensity. Virtuosity. All Girls. All Zeppelin. \nLez Zeppelin is a phenomenon. Since their formation in 2004\, the group has stunned audiences all over the world with the musicianship\, passion and gender-bending audacity they bring to the music of Led Zeppelin. Unlike the typical “tribute band” Lez Zeppelin does not seek to imitate. Rather\, they are a she-incarnation of the original. \nJimmy Page described it best after attending a Lez Zeppelin show in London: “They played the Led Zeppelin music with an extraordinary sensuality and an energy and passion that highlighted their superb musicianship.” \nDon’t miss this incredible show! \n \nExperience the authenticity and power of Lez Zeppelin live!\n \nComing with a group of 10 or more? Request a Group Sale Discount \n \n Check out the City of Rahway’s Dinner & Show Deals! \nSee all of UCPAC’s Upcoming Events
URL:https://ucpac.org/event/lez-zeppelin-the-song-remains-the-same-50th-anniversary-celebration/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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SUMMARY:WILL DOWNING
DESCRIPTION:Will Downing\nPresented by Smooth Jazz NJ\nSaturday\, February 14 – Valentine’s Day\nDoors: 7 PM\nShow: 8 PM\nTickets: $37 – $116 (All in Pricing)\nPLEASE NOTE: Tickets are available online exclusively at smoothjazznj.com. Tickets are not for sale at UCPAC’s Box Office for this event.\n \nThis Valentine’s Day\, by popular demand\, Will Downing returns to UCPAC’s Main Stage! Don’t miss this sweet show! \nWith a career that spans over 38 years and 28 albums\, Will Downing is one of the most versatile and beloved voices of our time.  Known as The Prince of Sophisticated Soul\, his repertoire consists of signature interpretations of R&B classics like “I Go Crazy\,” “Wishing On A Star” and “I Try\,” with original hits “A Million Ways\,” “Sorry I\,” and his show-stopping duet with Rachelle Ferrell\, “Nothing Has Ever Felt Like This”.  With fresh melodies and lush arrangements that satisfy all musical palates\, Downing continues to serve his dedicated fan base with his own Sophisticated Soul record label and sold out tour dates across the country. His latest release entitled “Luscious” was released on November 29\, 2024 and features “The Power of Love.” \n \n \n \n \n Check out the City of Rahway’s Dinner & Show Deals! \nSee all of UCPAC’s Upcoming Events
URL:https://ucpac.org/event/will-downing/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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SUMMARY:GALAXIES OF JOY: THE PLANETS IN CONCERT - NEW JERSEY YOUTH SYMPHONY
DESCRIPTION:Galaxies of Joy: The Planets in Concert\nPresented by Wharton Arts’ New Jersey Youth Symphony Conducted by Helen H. Cha-Pyo\nSaturday\, December 13\nDoors: 6 PM\nShow: 7 PM\nTickets: $24 Adults/$19 Seniors (55+) and Students (Under 21) (All-In Pricing)\n \nTake a musical journey through the cosmos this holiday season with Holst’s “The Planets\,” performed by Wharton Arts’ New Jersey Youth Symphony in “Galaxies of Joy: ‘The Planets’ in Concert\,” featuring the John P. Stevens High School Treble Choir\, directed by Regina McElroy and Matthew Lee. \nAccompanied by stunning NASA imagery\, this family-friendly concert blends the wonder of space with the spirit of the season for an unforgettable celebration of music and stars. \nThis performance is presented by Wharton Arts’ New Jersey Youth Symphony in partnership with UCPAC. \nAbout New Jersey Youth Symphony (NJYS)  \nNJYS’ family of 15 orchestras serves 3rd to 12th-grade students\, many of whom remain a part of the organization for as long as 10 years. Students flourish in their programs as they explore their potential\, share the love of music with peers\, and express themselves freely in a supportive and inclusive environment. NJYS has received numerous prestigious awards for its adventurous programming from the American Society of Composers\, Authors\, and Publishers (ASCAP). To learn more\, visit https://whartonarts.org/programs/new-jersey-youth-symphony/. \nAbout Helen H. Cha-Pyo \nDynamic\, visionary\, and passionate about using music to make a difference\, Helen H. Cha-Pyo is an award-winning conductor and arts leader\, currently in her seventh season as the Artistic Director and Principal Conductor of the Wharton Institute for the Performing Arts—New Jersey’s largest independent performing arts education organization. Under her inspiring leadership\, Wharton Arts has soared to new heights\, serving nearly 2\,000 students across 13 New Jersey counties. Cha-Pyo has spearheaded innovative initiatives including lifelong learning programs\, free education concerts for school children\, and a significant expansion of jazz programs. She has also been a fierce advocate for underrepresented composers\, bringing their voices to the forefront through groundbreaking concert programming and new commissions\, supported by prestigious grants from organizations like New Music USA and Chorus America. \nLeading the New Jersey Youth Symphony (NJYS)\, Cha-Pyo has guided the flagship ensemble\, Youth Symphony\, on an international tour to Italy\, creating unforgettable performance experiences\, including standout appearances at Carnegie Hall’s Juneteenth Celebration concerts in 2022 and 2024. Her unwavering commitment to excellence and inclusivity has transformed NJYS into a second home for over 500 talented and dedicated young musicians across New Jersey. To learn more\, visit https://www.helenchapyo.com/ \nAbout Wharton Arts \nWharton Arts provides award-winning arts education for students of all ages and backgrounds because they believe in the power of music and its impact on individuals and their communities. Wharton Arts is comprised of four core programs: New Jersey Youth Symphony\, Paterson Music Project\, Performing Arts School\, and New Jersey Youth Chorus. To learn more\, visit https://whartonarts.org/. \n \nComing with a group of 10 or more? Request a Group Sale Discount \n \n Check out the City of Rahway’s Dinner & Show Deals! \nSee all of UCPAC’s Upcoming Events
URL:https://ucpac.org/event/galaxies-of-joy/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Holiday Shows 2025
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T153000
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SUMMARY:NEW JERSEY YOUTH SYMPHONY: YOUTH ORCHESTRA & PHILHARMONIA
DESCRIPTION:New Jersey Youth Symphony:Youth Orchestra & Philharmonia\nNJYS Youth Orchestra: Dr. Oliver Hagen\, Conductor\nNJYS Philharmonia: Mark Gunderman\, Conductor\nSaturday\, December 13\nDoors: 1 PM\nShow: 2 PM\nTickets: $24 Adults/$19 Seniors (55+) and Students (Under 21) (All-In Pricing)\n \nThe New Jersey Youth Symphony\, a program of Wharton Arts\, proudly presents their Youth Orchestra & Philharmonia\, performing works by Berlioz\, Tchaikovsky\, Bizet\, and Sousa. \nWharton Arts is located in Berkeley Heights\, New Providence\, and Paterson\, NJ and reaches nearly 2\,000 students from 12 counties. All of Wharton Arts’ extraordinary teaching artists\, faculty members\, and conductors hold degrees in their teaching specialty and have been vetted and trained to enable our students to achieve their personal best. \nWharton Arts provides award-winning arts education for students of all ages and backgrounds because they believe in the power of music and its impact on individuals and their communities.  \nComprised of four core programs: New Jersey Youth Symphony\, Paterson Music Project\, Performing Arts School\, and New Jersey Youth Chorus\, Wharton Arts’ mission is to offer accessible\, high quality performing arts education that sparks personal growth and builds inclusive communities. To learn more\, visit https://whartonarts.org/. \n \nComing with a group of 10 or more? Request a Group Sale Discount \n \n Check out the City of Rahway’s Dinner & Show Deals! \nSee all of UCPAC’s Upcoming Events
URL:https://ucpac.org/event/new-jersey-youth-symphony-youth-orchestra-philharmonia/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T170000
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SUMMARY:CHERISH THE LADIES CELTIC CHRISTMAS CONCERT
DESCRIPTION:Cherish the Ladies Celtic Christmas Concert\nSunday\, December 7\nDoors: 2 PM\nShow: 3 PM\nTickets: $36-46 (All In Pricing)\n \nBy popular demand\, UCPAC welcomes back Cherish the Ladies Celtic Christmas concert for a special holiday matinee performance! Celebrating an incredible milestone of 40 years\, Cherish the Ladies have captured the hearts of audiences around the world with their exhilarating blend of traditional Irish music\, breathtaking vocals\, and propulsive step dancing. As The Boston Globe raves\, “It is simply impossible to imagine an audience that wouldn’t enjoy what they do!” \nThis holiday season\, Cherish the Ladies present their beloved Celtic Christmas program—a festive\, family-friendly concert filled with holiday cheer and Irish spirit. The show features their signature Celtic sound on timeless carols including “Angels We Have Heard on High\,” “The First Noel\,” and “Silent Night\,” all beautifully arranged to highlight the band’s lush harmonies\, traditional instrumentation\, and dazzling step dancing. \nAdding to the magic\, the extraordinary step dancers bring the stage to life with breathtaking athleticism and artistry. This year’s lineup features World Champion James Greenan\, Principal Lead Dancer of Riverdance; two-time World Champion Tyler Schwartz\,  Joe Harrison\, alumnus of Riverdance and Lord of the Dance and Canadian Champion dancer and Chieftains alumni\, Nathan Pilatzke.  \n“I discovered that the Celtic instrumentation naturally blends with the Christmas music\,” said Cherish the Ladies leader\, National Endowment for the Arts National Heritage Award Winner\, and flutist/whistle player extraordinaire Joanie Madden in a 2023 interview with TapInto Rahway. “The audience loves it\, and we love to have the audience get involved and sing along with us. My band members—the singers\, dancers\, and musicians—are just so talented. They’re stellar. And it’s really a family event. There is something for everyone. We have so much fun.” \nOne of the most engaging and successful ensembles in the history of Celtic music\, Cherish the Ladies have shared timeless Irish traditions with audiences worldwide for forty years. In their Celtic Christmas performance\, the Ladies put their signature mark on classic carols such as “O Come All Ye Faithful” and “Silent Night\,” in arrangements that highlight the group’s unique Celtic instrumentation\, beautiful harmonies\, and spectacular step dancing.  \nKick up your heels and kick off your holiday season at Cherish the Ladies Celtic Christmas! Tickets make a perfect holiday gift\, so start your shopping early and get yours today! \n \n \nComing with a group of 10 or more? Request a Group Sale Discount \n \n Check out the City of Rahway’s Dinner & Show Deals! \nSee all of UCPAC’s Upcoming Events
URL:https://ucpac.org/event/cherish-the-ladies-celtic-christmas-concert/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Holiday Shows 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T210000
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SUMMARY:SHINING STARS CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR 2025
DESCRIPTION:Shining Stars Christmas Spectacular 2025\nFriday\, December 5\nDoors: 6 PM\nShow: 7 PM\nTickets: $19 – $46 (All in Pricing)\n \nCome and celebrate the Christmas season with the Shining Stars\, a talented cast of performers with special needs whose energy and passion light up the stage! \nThe Shining Stars\, who have played to large audiences at UCPAC\, Paper Mill Playhouse and Broadway\, will once again sing and dance to your holiday favorites\, including “The Twelve Days of Christmas” where the audience is invited to sing along! \nNow in their 13th year\, Shining Stars Network is a not for profit 501(c)(3) organization that creates opportunities in the performing arts for individuals with special needs. Come and join us for a heart-warming and inspiring performance that will leave you smiling throughout the holiday season! \n \n \n \n Check out the City of Rahway’s Dinner & Show Deals! \nSee all of UCPAC’s Upcoming Events
URL:https://ucpac.org/event/shining-stars-christmas-spectacular-2025/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T220000
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SUMMARY:SABBRA CADABRA WITH DEATH METALLIC
DESCRIPTION:Sabbra Cadabra with Death Metallic\nFriday\, November 14\nDoors: 7 PM\nShow: 8 PM\nTickets: $41 -$46 (All In Pricing)\n \nLong live Black Sabbath! Long live Ozzy! Join us as we celebrate their music and incredible legacy with New Jersey’s beloved Black Sabbath tribute band\, Sabbra Cadabra\, and Death Metallic’s tribute to Metallica\, presented in partnership with Crossroads! \nSabbra Cadabra was founded in early 1993\, during the nascent days of the tribute band movement. Driven by a desire to honor the legacy of Black Sabbath after the original lineup disbanded in the late seventies\, the founding members set out to recreate the iconic sounds and electrifying live experience of the legendary band. Their passion and dedication filled a longstanding void\, capturing the spirit that has inspired countless musicians and fans alike. Now\, with Ozzy gone and Black Sabbath retired\, Sabbra Cadabra honors their music and memory at UCPAC’s Main Stage\, our grand neoclassical theater. \n“Everybody in Black Sabbath knows of us. I once met Ozzy at the old Tower Records on the Roosevelt Boulevard. Probably early 2000s? He was doing a signing. I dressed up like him as he looked in the 70s. He starts screaming\, “It’s me from the 1970s!…This is f$#%ing beautiful\,” he kept saying…And he actually wore one of our t-shirts on his ‘Osbournes’ show.” – Joe Donnelly\, ‘Ozzy\,’ Sabbra Cadabra \nMetallica tribute Death Metallic opens the show. “We play Metallica the way Metallica plays Metallica…no compromise\, no bs\, no remorse!” \nMetal maniacs\, get your tickets today! \n \nComing with a group of 10 or more? Request a Group Sale Discount \n \n \n \n Check out the City of Rahway’s Dinner & Show Deals! \nSee all of UCPAC’s Upcoming Events
URL:https://ucpac.org/event/sabbra-cadabra-with-death-metallic/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T213000
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SUMMARY:SPYRO GYRA - ALL THAT JAZZ CONCERT SERIES
DESCRIPTION:Spyro Gyra\nWBGO Presents All That Jazz\nat UCPAC’s Hamilton Stage\nSaturday\, November 1\nTwo Shows: 5 PM & 8 PM\nEnjoy cocktails & live piano from Leonieke Scheuble in the WBGO Piano Lounge before the show!\nLobby opens at 4 PM & 7 PM for each showtime.\nTickets: $79-$89 (All-In Pricing)\n \nWBGO presents All That Jazz concert series\, a unique series showcasing some of the genre’s most talented and respected performers\, featuring 13-time Grammy nominated band Spyro Gyra\, returning by popular demand! This series is a partnership between WBGO\, UCPAC\, and Smooth Jazz NJ. \nEnjoy an evening of jazz fusion\, beginning in the WBGO Piano Lounge. Come early to enjoy cocktails and live piano music played by Leonieke Scheuble on the Fazioli piano before the performance – doors open one hour before showtime. \nAbout Spyro Gyra\nSpyro Gyra has long been known to its peers in the contemporary jazz world as a “well oiled road machine” due to its relentless schedule of 48 years of performing. To date\, they have logged more than 10\,000 shows on six continents and released 35 albums\, garnering platinum and gold records along the way. Spyro Gyra rose from humble beginnings in Buffalo\, New York in 1974 to their current international prominence in the jazz world. Every year\, they continue to exhibit how to remain among a relative handful of artists who will be able to say that they have worked constantly in their 50 year career in the year 2025. Their energy and joy in concert match their unmatched musicality. \nSpyro Gyra\, whose odd name has since become world famous\, was first known simply as “Tuesday Night Jazz Jams\,” a forum wherein bandleader Jay Beckenstein and keyboardist Jeremy Wall were joined by a rotating cast of characters. Tuesday just happened to be the night when most musicians weren’t playing other gigs to pay their bills. Around this time\, a young keyboardist named Tom Schuman began sitting in when he was only sixteen years old. This young man\, of course\, remains a member to this day. \n“Don’t forget the interminable Dead-like solos we were taking\,” Beckenstein cracks. “We were the kings of self-indulgence\, but eventually we earned our right to charge a quarter at the door. It was a complete shock when word of our psychosis got out and we started packing them in!” \nThe group’s increasing popularity – combined with the purchase of a new sign for the club – prompted the owner to insist that Beckenstein come up with a name for his band. “It began as a joke. I said ‘spirogyra\,’ he misspelled it\, and here we are fifty years later. In retrospect\, it’s okay. In a way\, it sounds like what we do. It sounds like motion and energy.” \nDon’t miss your chance to see this incredible band in this intimate setting!\n \n  Check out the City of Rahway’s Dinner & Show Deals! \nSee all of UCPAC’s Upcoming Events
URL:https://ucpac.org/event/spyro-gyra/
LOCATION:Hamilton Stage\, 360 Hamilton St.\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:All That Jazz Concert Series,Concerts,Hamilton Stage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T220000
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SUMMARY:TITO PUENTE JR. WITH SPECIAL GUEST DAVID CEDEÑO & HIS ORCHESTRA
DESCRIPTION:Tito Puente Jr.\nwith Special Guest David Cedeño & His Orchestra\nSaturday\, September 27\nDoors: 7 PM\nShow: 8 PM\nTickets: $41 – $63 (All In Pricing)\nSpecial gift from Tito: Use code TITO at checkout for $10 off your tickets!\n \nJoin us as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a special performance by Tito Puente Jr. presented in partnership with Crossroads! David Cedeño and his orchestra will open the show. \nThe comparison is inevitable. How could it be otherwise? Tito Puente Jr. carries his father with him – imprinted on his physical being and locked in his soul. It’s in his looks\, his joy\, and his music. \nThe younger Puente is on a passionate mission\, determined to nurture the musical legacy left by his father. He refuses to let his father become a distant memory. “He was just too vibrant\, too exciting. There was magic in the music my father made. It made people happy all over the world.” \nHe has found captive audiences who echo his passion. Crowds lured to a venue by the father are returning to see the son and to once again participate in the high voltage celebration that takes place on stage. \nTito Puente\, Jr. has become an audience favorite in casinos\, performing arts centers\, symphony halls and jazz festivals worldwide. His 2004 album\, “In My Father’s Shoes” featured the classic Puente titles and was spun into a BET Jazz television special of the same name. He was seen in a tribute to his father’s music on NBC’s two hour special–“The Apollo at 70: A Hot Night in Harlem.” He has also appeared on the ABC soap opera hit “One Life to Live” in performance with his big band.

His symphony appearances include Dallas\, San Antonio\, Colorado\, South Bend\, the Palm Desert Symphony and the National Symphony Orchestra conducted by the late Marvin Hamlisch. \nSpecial guest David Cedeño is a New Jersey based\, internationally known musician. With his orchestra\, he plays Latin salsa\, Latin jazz\, merengue\, and more! He has had worldwide hits with his versions of popular American songs done with a salsa beat\, including “Lady in Red\,” “Somewhere\,” and “Sealed with a Kiss.” \nMake your evening even more fun by enjoying some great food before the show! Stop by Alfonso’s Catering food truck\, which will be parked outside of our Main Stage at 1600 Irving Street from 7 PM to 9 PM. The celebration starts early in town with the Rahway Special Improvement District’s No Sin Mi Bocadillo\, a small bites street food stroll from 1 PM – 4 PM on September 27 and 28 and music in Arts District Park from 1 PM until 8 PM.   \n \nComing with a group of 10 or more? Request a Group Sale Discount \n \n \n Check out the City of Rahway’s Dinner & Show Deals! \nSee all of UCPAC’s Upcoming Events
URL:https://ucpac.org/event/tito-puente-jr/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025-2026 Season,Concerts
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SUMMARY:UNION COUNTY SUMMER ARTS FESTIVAL 2025 - FREESTYLE
DESCRIPTION:The Union County Board of County Commissioners presents\nUnion County Summer Arts Festival 2025 – Freestyle\nfeaturing TKA\, Judy Torres\, and Soave\nSaturday\, July 19\nDoors: 3 PM\nShow: 4 PM\nFree!\nPlease note: This event was originally scheduled to take place in Warinanco Park\, but will now take place at UCPAC’s Main Stage due to potential inclement weather.\nThe Union County Board of County Commissioners invites residents to a night of classic Freestyle music featuring TKA\, Judy Torres\, and Soave! \n“Freestyle music has deep roots in Hispanic and Latino communities across New York and New Jersey\, and it’s a sound that brings people together\,” said Union County Commissioner Chairwoman Lourdes M. Leon. “These artists gave a voice to a generation and created a soundtrack for so many lives. We’re excited to bring that energy back to UCPAC’s Main Stage and invite families of all ages to come dance\, sing\, and celebrate.” \nGet ready for a night of nonstop throwbacks as these Freestyle hitmakers take the stage. TKA will headline the event with crowd favorites like “Maria\,” “Come Get My Love\,” and “Scars of Love.” Joining them is the “Queen of Freestyle\,” Judy Torres\, whose songs like “No Reason to Cry” and “Come Into My Arms” continue to light up the dance floor. Rounding out the lineup is Soave\, whose major hit “Crying Over You” became part of the soundtrack of the Freestyle music genre. Together\, they’ll bring a night full of legendary anthems and performances you won’t want to miss! \nThe Union County Summer Arts Festival is provided with support from the Union County Education Association. \nFor more information about the Summer Arts Festival\, please visit ucnj.org/summer25 or call the Union County Department of Parks and Recreation at 908-527-4900.
URL:https://ucpac.org/event/freestyle/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T200000
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SUMMARY:BEST OF THE EAGLES - HOTEL CALIFORNIA ALBUM & MORE
DESCRIPTION:Best of the Eagles\nPerforming the “Hotel California” album in its entirety\, plus your favorite hits!\nFriday\, June 20\n8 PM\nDoors 7 PM\nTickets: $32 – $77 (All In Pricing)\n \nJoin us for this very special evening celebrating Best of the Eagles UCPAC debut! The band\, one of the top Eagles tribute bands in the country\, will perform the “Hotel California” album in its entirety\, plus Eagles’ greatest hits from the 70s\, 80s and beyond\, and members’ solo hits as well. Kick off your summer with songs like “Life in the Fast Lane\,” “The Last Resort\,” “Take it Easy\,” “Life’s Been Good\,” and of course\, “Boys of Summer!” \nWhat makes this tribute band unique from other bands is that each member performs and sings the song just as the original member does. That means that their ” Joe Walsh” sings the Joe Walsh songs\, their “Glenn Frey” sings the Glenn Frey songs and their “Don Henley” replicates all of his incredible vocals. However\, this is no simple copy band or impersonator act but rather a group of excellent musicians who expertly and authentically re-create the songs\, the music\, the vocals and the magical aura of one of America’s greatest rock bands. \nJoe Vadala is the founder of BOTE\, producer and singer-songwriter and has performed nationally with artists such as Buzzy Linhart\, La Bamba and the Hubcaps\, Joey and the Works\, Poetic Justice and more. Vadala also has performed as part of the premier house bands at the world-renowned Stone Pony in Asbury Park\, NJ. Joe founded this group in 2012 and told Philadelphia Row Home Magazine that he assembled “a group of musicians he is proud\, and fortunate\, to be among. And over the years\, the fans seem to agree.” \nJoe Vadala will be joined by fellow respected musicians\, John Bushnell (rhythm\, lead and slide guitars\, vocals)\, Jerry Steele (guitar\, pedal steel\, vocals)\, Dan “Dano” Miller (bass\,vocals)\, Dave “Squiggy” Biglin (keyboard\, vocals)\, and Anthony Krizan (drums\, lead vocals). \nSee Best of the Eagles in action! \n \nComing with a group of 10 or more? Request a Group Sale Discount \n \n \n Check out the City of Rahway’s Dinner & Show Deals! \nSee all of UCPAC’s Upcoming Events
URL:https://ucpac.org/event/best-of-the-eagles/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T210000
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SUMMARY:JUNETEENTH - THE SOUNDTRACK OF FREEDOM
DESCRIPTION:Juneteenth – The Soundtrack of Freedom\nAt UCPAC’s Hamilton Stage\nPresented by American Theater Group in partnership with UCPAC \nFriday\, June 20\nDoors: 6:00\nShow: 7:00\nTickets: $29 / Students & Seniors: $19 (All in Pricing)\n \nEmbark on a path through Black music as a powerful force in the struggle for freedom\, identity\, and creative expression at ATG and UCPAC’s Juneteenth celebration. Juneteenth – The Soundtrack of Freedom will showcase a vibrant community choir\, talented soloists\, including singer Sandra Ward\, powerful poetry\, dynamic tap dancer Jeffry Foote\, and\, returning by popular demand\, the electrifying Junior Mack Band. \nProduction Director and host\, Diane L. Parker\, says\, “The Soundtrack of Freedom will illuminate how the arts have influenced the path of freedom\, identity and self-expression within the Black community.  Through live performances\, narration\, spoken word and dance\, experience how music has served as both a refuge and resistance.  Celebrate the enduring spirit of freedom\, and let the music and words move you.” \nCheck Out The Junior Mack Band Live in Concert\n \nTap Dance Extraordinaire Jeffry Foote\n \nSandra Ward performs “Lift Every Voice”/h4> \n \n \nComing with a group of 10 or more? Request a Group Sale Discount \n \n Check out the City of Rahway’s Dinner & Show Deals! \nSee all of UCPAC’s Upcoming Events
URL:https://ucpac.org/event/juneteenth-the-soundtrack-of-freedom/
LOCATION:Hamilton Stage\, 360 Hamilton St.\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Hamilton Stage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T200000
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SUMMARY:JOAN OSBORNE - DYLANOLOGY LIVE
DESCRIPTION:Joan Osborne – DYLANOLOGY LIVE\nPresented by WFUV\nwith special guests Anders Osborne\, Gail Ann Dorsey\, and Cindy Cashdollar with Will Bryant and Lee Falco\nFriday\, June 6\n8 PM\nDoors open at 7 PM\nTickets: $45.50-$67.50 (All In Pricing)\nExclusive VIP Packages Available*\n \nBack in 2017\, Grammy-nominated artist Joan Osborne released the critically acclaimed album\, Songs of Bob Dylan. Her artistic and soulful reinterpretations of the selection of Dylan songs was an eye-opening moment in an already celebrated career. \nEight years after her milestone recording\, Osborne will release the stunning Dylanology Live on April 25th. The captivating recording finds the gifted vocalist performing in front of a live audience\, with special guests Amy Helm\, Robert Randolph and Jackie Greene. Songs include “Spanish Harlem Incident”\, “Buckets Of Rain” “Masters Of War”\, “Tonight I’ll Be Staying Here With You” and “High Water (For Charley Patton)”. \nThe first single off Dylanology Live is Osborne’s reimagined psychedelic-blues-infused rendition of “Highway 61 Revisited.” \nNow in 2025\, Joan Osborne takes the stage along with special guests Anders Osborne\, Gail Ann Dorsey\, and Cindy Cashdollar with Will Bryant and Lee Falco for an incredible evening\, bringing Dylan’s timeless lyrics to life in ways that resonate deeply with both longtime Dylan fans and new listeners. \n*Exclusive VIP Packages – Only 20 Available! Includes:\n\nPre-show Meet & Greet\nTote Bag\nExclusive VIP Laminate & Lanyard\nVinyl\nVoucher for t-shirt\, to be mailed direct to purchaser\nExclusive Poster\n\nVIP package is available as an add-on purchase when you buy your ticket and is not sold separately. \nBuckets of Rain – Acoustic Session\n \nAbout The Band\nJoan Osborne – Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Joan Osborne is best known for her hit “One of Us” and her soulful blend of rock\, blues\, and folk. With a career spanning decades\, she has reimagined the works of legends like Bob Dylan while continuing to craft her own powerful music. \nAnders Osborne – Powerhouse guitarist\, singer\, and songwriter\, Anders Osborne blends blues\, rock\, and soul with raw emotional depth. Known for his fiery live performances and acclaimed albums\, he’s a staple of the New Orleans music scene. \nGail Ann Dorsey – A renowned bassist and vocalist\, Gail Ann Dorsey is known for her longtime collaboration with David Bowie. Her rich\, dynamic playing has also supported artists like Lenny Kravitz\, Tears for Fears\, and The National. \nCindy Cashdollar – Cindy Cashdollar\, a queen of the steel guitar\, has played with legends like Bob Dylan\, Van Morrison\, and Asleep at the Wheel. Her fluid\, expressive style makes her one of the most sought-after slide guitarists in roots and Americana music. \nWill Bryant – A multi-talented keyboardist and vocalist\, Will Bryant is known for his versatile work across rock\, soul\, and Americana. His rich sound and dynamic playing have made him a go-to collaborator for a variety of artists. \nLee Falco – Dynamic drummer and vocalist\, Lee Falco has toured and recorded with artists like Donald Fagen\, Amy Helm\, and The Restless Age. Known for his steady grooves and seamless harmonies\, he brings both precision and soul to every performance. \n \nComing with a group of 10 or more? Request a Group Sale Discount \n \n \n Check out the City of Rahway’s Dinner & Show Deals! \nSee all of UCPAC’s Upcoming Events
URL:https://ucpac.org/event/joan-osborne-dylanology-live/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T210000
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SUMMARY:SHINING STARS - BROADWAY & BEYOND
DESCRIPTION:The Shining Stars- Broadway and Beyond!\nFriday\, May 9th 7PM\nDoors at 6 PM\nOn Sale Now!\nTickets: $15 – $40 (Plus Fees)\n \nThe Shining Stars celebrate Broadway as this talented group of performers with special needs takes the UCPAC Main Stage for another exciting show! They have been lighting up the UCPAC stage since 2019 and no doubt\, this show will be another memorable night of song and dance featuring legendary Broadway music you know and love\, performed with the excitement and passion that these stars bring to every show. This show is presented by Shining Stars Network\, a non profit 501(c)3 organization which shines the light on the special needs community by creating opportunities in the performing arts. Over 1\,000 audience members attended our first “Broadway” show back in 2019 at UCPAC so you won’t want to miss this one! \nShining Stars Network is an expansion of the incredibly successful Shining Stars Talent Show – which was created by Sally Curci in 2012 to showcase the various talents of special needs students in Cranford\, New Jersey. \nSally Curci and Shining Stars were awarded the prestigious Betty McGhee Award for her service to the special needs community by the Arc of Union County. Sally was also honored by the Cranford Board of Education for her service to the community. \nSpecial needs and neurotypical performers come together in a dazzling display of choreography and teamwork – a culmination of four months of rehearsals and amazing dedication from the students\, parents and volunteer buddies from local high schools. \n \n \n \nSee all of UCPAC’s Upcoming Events
URL:https://ucpac.org/event/shining-stars-celebrates-broadway/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T220000
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SUMMARY:AN EVENING WITH BRANFORD MARSALIS - CANCELED
DESCRIPTION:An Evening with Branford Marsalis-Canceled\n \n \n \n  Check out the City of Rahway’s Dinner & Show Deals! \nSee all of UCPAC’s Upcoming Events–>
URL:https://ucpac.org/event/an-evening-with-branford-marsalis/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T004022
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SUMMARY:THE FAB FOUR - THE ULTIMATE TRIBUTE
DESCRIPTION:The Fab Four – The Ultimate Tribute\nSaturday\, April 26\n8 PM\nDoors 7 PM\nTickets: $39-$69 (Plus Fees)\n\nComing with a group of 10 or more? Request a Group Sale Discount \nThe Fab Four tribute is undoubtedly the Ultimate Beatles tribute! With uncanny\, note-for-note live renditions of the Beatles’ classics\, The Fab Four – The Ultimate Tribute will make you think you are back in time rockin’ with John\, Paul\, George\, and Ringo! This loving tribute to the Beatles has amazed audiences around the world\, with performances in Japan\, Malaysia\, France\, Hong Kong\, the United Kingdom\, Germany\, Mexico and Brazil. With The Fab Four – The Ultimate Tribute on stage\, you’ll hear record-perfect live performances of such classics as “Can’t Buy Me Love\,” “Yesterday\,” “A Day In The Life\,” “Penny Lane\,” “Here Comes The Sun\,” “Hey Jude\,” and many more! \nAbout The Band\nRon McNeil\, who plays John Lennon\, has performed all around the world including Japan\, Hong Kong\, Argentina\, and in front of an audience of 30\,000 in Brazil. In Malaysia\, he was invited to play for the Prime Minister in a special performance. He was also chosen to play numerous shows to promote The Beatles Anthology video release by Turner Home Entertainment. His incredible look and sound-alike abilities have created the ultimate loving tribute to the late John Lennon. Each night\, his uncanny rendition of “Imagine” captures the spirit of the man we all knew and loved. \nGavin Pring plays George Harrison and was born and raised in the birthplace of The Beatles in Liverpool\, England. Bearing a remarkable resemblance to the “quiet Beatle”\, it was inevitable that Gavin would be in the cast of The Fab Four. His natural wit and charm have won him acclaim around the world\, and he is now one of the most sought after artists in his field. He has even shared the stage with Sir Paul McCartney himself! It’s his attention to detail that makes Gavin the best tribute to the spiritual Beatle. \nErik Fidel\, a self-taught musician from Sacramento\, California\, has been captivated by the Beatles since the age of six. Although he wasn’t around on that fateful February night in 1964\, he was introduced to the four lads in the same fashion by his parents on an old VHS. He remembers feeling a kindred spirit to Ringo from the start. Since then\, he has traveled around the world as a multi-instrumentalist\, playing drums\, bass\, keys and guitar in a number of touring groups. Erik brings Ringo’s unmistakable drumming style and fun loving stage presence to the cast of The Fab Four – The Ultimate Tribute. \nArdy Sarraf has been acclaimed by both Beatles fans and critics as the best musician to ever portray the youthful Paul McCartney. Ardy has toured extensively as Paul in such places as Japan\, Korea\, Guam\, and Puerto Rico\, to name a few\, and has appeared on stage with such artists as Bruce Springsteen\, Micky Dolenz\, and John Fogerty. His left-handed bass playing and “record accurate” vocals have won him first place in numerous Beatlefest sound-alike contests. Unlike other imitators\, he plays piano on such songs as “Hey Jude” and “Let It Be\,” just like McCartney did on the original recordings. His strong resemblance to the “cute Beatle” will definitely make you take a second look. \n \n \n \n  Check out the City of Rahway’s Dinner & Show Deals! \nSee all of UCPAC’s Upcoming Events
URL:https://ucpac.org/event/the-fab-four-the-ultimate-tribute/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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SUMMARY:FEARLESS - THE TAYLOR SWIFT EXPERIENCE
DESCRIPTION:Fearless – The Taylor Swift Experience\nFriday\, April 11\nConcert at 8 PM\nDoors at 7 PM – Come early for Swiftie Karaoke! Wear your favorite Taylor Era and pose in our photo booth\, courtesy of 1 for the Books! \nTickets: $28-$38 (Plus Fees)\n \n♫ “Hold on to the memories\, they will hold on to you.” ♫\nDon’t miss this fun night out for moms\, grandmas\, cool aunts\, and kids!\nFearless – The Taylor Swift Experience is the most authentic Taylor tribute. Starring Rikki Lee Wilson\, a dedicated Swiftie herself\, who prides herself on knowing EVERY song on EVERY album! Rikki not only looks like Taylor but also has the same mannerisms\, energy\, and attitude on stage. The show features all your Taylor faves like “Blank Space”\, “Love Story”\, “You Belong With Me”\, and many\, many more! This energetic show gets the whole audience singing along with Rikki and her live band. Get ready to “Shake It Off” and have some fun! Friendship bracelet trading encouraged. 🙂 \nComing with a group of 10 or more? Request a Group Sale Discount \n \n \n  Check out the City of Rahway’s Dinner & Show Deals! \nSee all of UCPAC’s Upcoming Events
URL:https://ucpac.org/event/fearless-the-taylor-swift-experience/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T220000
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SUMMARY:MCDONALD'S GOSPELFEST 2025
DESCRIPTION:McDonald’s Gospelfest 2025\nSaturday\, April 5\n7:30 PM\nOn Sale Now!\nTickets: $49.99 – $85.99 (Plus Fees)\n \nWelcome to the 42nd Annual McDonald’s Gospelfest! Emmy-winning producer and director A. Curtis Farrow has done it again\, gathering the best talent in gospel music for an uplifting and spiritual production. This year’s event will feature performances by one of the bestselling gospel artists of all-time\, Grammy winner Yolanda Adams\, singer/songwriter of the mega-hit “Nobody Greater”\, Vashawn Mitchell\, gospel phenomenon Rich Tolbert\, Jr.\, and more. \nMcDonald’s Gospelfest 2025 will be a special show that you will not want to miss\, featuring the inaugural presentation of the Cissy Houston lifetime achievement award. The late Houston was a perennial performer in McDonald’s Gospelfest for over 30 years\, and her memory will be honored at this event as well. \nMcDonald’s Gospelfest 2025 is the USA’s premiere gospel music event\, which 42 years into its illustrious history\, continues to inspire and uplift souls. \n \nComing with a group of 10 or more? Request a Group Sale Discount \n \n \n \nSee all of UCPAC’s Upcoming Events
URL:https://ucpac.org/event/mcdonalds-gospelfest-2025/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250314T220000
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SUMMARY:THE RED HOT CHILLI PIPERS
DESCRIPTION:The Red Hot Chilli Pipers\nFriday\, March 14\n8 PM\nBagpipers who Rock!\nTickets: $29-$49 (Plus Fees)\n \nUCPAC is thrilled to welcome back The Red Hot Chilli Pipers to our Main Stage this St. Patrick’s weekend! Bagpipes with attitude. Drums with a Scottish accent. A blazing rock band and show so hot\, it carries its own health warning! \nIt’s Bagpipes. It’s Rock. It’s Bagrock. AC/DC meets the poet Robert Burns. Where rock anthems sit comfortably alongside the great tunes from the glens and the mountains of Scotland. \nIt’s the Red Hot Chilli PIPERS – (NOT the Peppers!) — a 9-piece ensemble consisting of pipers\, guitarists\, keyboards\, and drummers — who have been rocking the world from New York to Beijing to Melbourne and everywhere in between with musicianship of the highest order and a passion for pipes that will leave you breathless. The band has four music degrees from the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama and all the pipers and drummers have played at the top level in bagpiping. \nSince they walked away with the top prize on the primetime TV talent show\, “When Will I Be Famous” in the U.K. in 2007\, the Red Hot Chilli Pipers haven’t stopped for a breath\, other than to inflate their bagpipes! Formed in 2002\, The Chillis have fast become a global phenomenon\, taking their signature ‘Bagrock’ sound to the masses with their unique fusion of rocked up Bagpipes and clever covers of popular songs from all genres. Their trademarked sound is a unique fusion of traditional pipe tunes – like “The Flowers of Scotland”\, “The Hills of Argyll”\, and “Amazing Grace” (done Chilli-style\, of course!) — and contemporary anthems like Queen’s “We Will Rock You”\, “Clocks” by Coldplay\, “Chasing Cars” by Snow Patrol\, “Let Me Entertain You” by Robbie Williams\, and a fantastic rock medley of “Deep Purple”\, “Smoke on the Water”\, and AC/DC’s “Thunderstruck”. \nThe Chillis have never been more in demand for their infectious style of feel-good music which appeals right across the age range to people all over the world. Here’s what some of them had to say: \n\n“These are my boys!” exclaimed Sir Paul McCartney after rocking out to a Chilli performance.\n“Awesome!” said film star Ewen McGregor after he guested on drums with the Chillis\n“Gotta get me some of that Red Hot Chilli Pipers! I WANT some!” tweeted actor Samuel Jackson after seeing the band perform on NBC in the summer of 2012\n\nThere has never been anything quite like The Red Hot Chilli Pipers. Feel the Chilli heat: It’s time to come closer to the fire! \n \nComing with a group of 10 or more? Request a Group Sale Discount \n \n \n  Check out the City of Rahway’s Dinner & Show Deals! \nSee all of UCPAC’s Upcoming Events
URL:https://ucpac.org/event/the-red-hot-chilli-pipers/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T193000
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SUMMARY:THE SOUND OF BEBOP - JAZZ FROM JUILLIARD
DESCRIPTION:The Sound of Bebop\nJazz from Juilliard\nSaturday\, March 1\nWhen: 5:30 PM\nAt Hamilton Stage\nTickets: $35.00(Plus Fees)\n \nAbout The Sound of Bebop\nThe Sound of Bebop\, performed by Juilliard’s Duke Ellington Ensemble\, and part of the Jazz from Juilliard concert series\, is a production of The Juilliard School\, which is world renowned for educating Jazz artists such as Miles Davis\, Wynton Marsalis\, Jon Batiste and many others. Come hear the new generation of world-class musicians swinging their way through the innovative musical style known as Bebop. Introduced by Thelonious Monk\, Kenny Clarke\, Dizzy Gillespie\, Miles Davis and Charlie Parker in the 1940’s\, the rhythmic and harmonic innovations they pioneered continue to inspire musicians to this day. This show will blow you away. \nDuke Ellington Ensemble\nBen Wolfe\, Ensemble Coach \nPatrick Hill\, Alto Saxophone\nDabin Ryu\, Piano\nDerek Duleba\, Guitar\nGuillermo Lopez\, Bass\nJerome Gillespie\, Drums \nThese professional musicians are members of Juilliard’s Artist Diploma program\, coached by bassist/composer Ben Wolfe\, and will present the music of Bud Powell\, Charlie Parker\, Thelonious Monk\, and Elmo Hope at our March 1st show. \nWBGO’s Lezlie Harrison recently sat down with Wynton Marsalis\, and two members of Juilliard’s Artist Diploma program\, Dabin Ryu and Patrick Hill\, to talk about the upcoming concert.\nListen Here  \nDon’t miss your chance to see this incredible ensemble in this intimate setting. Free onsite parking. \nSetlist \nCarvin’ The Rock – Elmo Hope\nTour De Force – Dizzy Gillespie\nDe Dah – Elmo Hope\nTempus Fugit – Bud Powell\nIf You Could See Me Now – Tadd Dameron\nKlactoveedsedstene – Charlie Parker\nThe Scene Is Clean – Tadd Dameron\nHallucinations – Bud Powell\nGroovin’ High – Dizzy Gillespie\nKoko – Charlie Parker \nComing with a group of 10 or more? Request a Group Sale Discount\n \n \n  Check out the City of Rahway’s Dinner & Show Deals! \nSee all of UCPAC’s Upcoming Events
URL:https://ucpac.org/event/the-sound-of-bebop/
LOCATION:Hamilton Stage\, 360 Hamilton St.\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Hamilton Stage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T004022
CREATED:20240731T184441Z
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SUMMARY:AMAHL AND THE NIGHT VISITORS 2024
DESCRIPTION:Amahl and the Night Visitors 2024: New Jersey Opera Theater at UCPAC\nSunday\, December 15\n3 PM\nCelebrate the season with family and friends at this special Amahl and the Night Visitors 2024 matinee performance.\nNew Jersey Opera Theater once again presents Gian Carlo Menotti’s beloved one act opera sung in English. This 45-minute performance is the perfect introduction to the opera for children and newcomers but is sure to be enjoyed by all! \nAmahl and his mother are dazzled by the three kings on the way to Bethlehem on the first Christmas Eve. Amahl’s mother welcomes the royal sojourners who rest in the small\, bare house where love and faith work miracles during the night. \nAmahl and the Night Visitors was commissioned by NBC and first performed by the NBC Opera Theatre on December 24\, 1951\, in New York City at NBC Studios. It was the first opera specifically composed for television in the United States. \nCome witness a Christmas miracle (and live animals too)! \nMake this performance even more magical – purchase a meet and greet with one of our animal stars as an add on to your ticket! Quantities limited. Reserve today! \n \nComing with a group of 10 or more? Request a Group Sale Discount \n \n  Check out the City of Rahway’s Dinner & Show Deals! \nSee all of UCPAC’s Upcoming Events
URL:https://ucpac.org/event/amahl-and-the-night-visitors-2024/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Holiday Shows 2024,NJ Opera Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T004022
CREATED:20240925T125511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T201500Z
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SUMMARY:A VERY MAYSA CHRISTMAS WITH SPECIAL GUESTS THE STRING QUEENS
DESCRIPTION:A Very Maysa Christmas with Special Guests The String Queens\nSaturday\, December 14\n8 PM\nGet ready to celebrate the holidays in style! Join us for A Very Maysa Christmas concert\, where you’ll be immersed in the sounds of her 11-piece jazz funk soul orchestra. \nThis unforgettable night will feature performances of songs from her highly acclaimed Christmas album A Very Maysa Christmas. Experience the warmth of two-time Grammy nominee Maysa’s voice and the dynamic energy of her orchestra as they bring holiday classics to life in a unique and captivating way. \nThis spectacular event opens with special guests The String Queens with their own brand of Christmas and soul stirring rhythms\, performing songs from their own festive album Our Favorite Things. The String Queens have performed at Carnegie Hall and the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. \n \nComing with a group of 10 or more? Request a Group Sale Discount \n \n  Check out the City of Rahway’s Dinner & Show Deals! \nSee all of UCPAC’s Upcoming Events
URL:https://ucpac.org/event/a-very-maysa-christmas-with-special-guests-the-string-queens/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Holiday Shows 2024
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T004022
CREATED:20240731T130052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T202004Z
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SUMMARY:CHERISH THE LADIES CELTIC CHRISTMAS - SPECIAL MATINEE SHOW
DESCRIPTION:Cherish the Ladies Celtic Christmas\nSunday\, December 8\n3 PM\nOne of the most engaging and successful ensembles in the history of Celtic music\, Cherish The Ladies have shared timeless Irish traditions with audiences worldwide for over thirty years. In Cherish The Ladies Celtic Christmas\, the Ladies put their signature mark on classic carols such as “O Come All Ye Faithful” and “Silent Night\,” in arrangements that highlight the group’s unique Celtic instrumentation\, beautiful harmonies\, and spectacular step dancing. Hailed by The New York Times as “passionate\, tender and rambunctious\,” Cherish The Ladies have released three critically acclaimed holiday albums\, On Christmas Night\, A Star in The East\, and 2015’s Christmas in Ireland. Click here for a video preview of the show. \n“It is simply impossible to imagine an audience that wouldn’t enjoy what they do\,” says the Boston Globe speaking of Cherish the Ladies\, the long-running\, Grammy- nominated\, Irish-American super group that formed in New York City in 1985 to celebrate the rise of extraordinary women in what had been a male-dominated Irish music scene. Over the past three decades\, they have toured the world\, played the White House and the Olympics and recorded 17 critically acclaimed albums including their Emmy winning special\, “An Irish Homecoming\,” which was broadcast on PBS. \nUnder the leadership of All-Ireland flute and whistle champion Joanie Madden\, named by The Irish Voice Newspaper as one of the Top 25 most influential Irish Americans of the past quarter century\, these ladies create an evening that includes a spectacular blend of virtuoso instrumental talents\, beautiful vocals\, captivating arrangements\, and stunning step dancing. Their continued success as one of the top Celtic groups in the world is due to the ensembles ability to take the best of Irish traditional music and dance and put it forth in an immensely entertaining show. \nThe New York Times calls their music “passionate\, tender\, and rambunctious\,” and the Washington Post praises their “astonishing array of virtuosity.” They’ve won recognition as the BBC’s Best Musical Group of the Year and named Top North American Celtic Group at the Irish Music Awards and not to mention having a street named after them in the Bronx! They’ve collaborated with such musicians as The Boston Pops\, The Clancy Brothers\, the Chieftains\, Vince Gill\, Nanci Griffith\, Pete Seeger\, Don Henley\, Arlo Guthrie and Maura O’Connell\, as well as being the featured soloist with over 280 nights of symphony orchestras. \nThe level of artistic\, historic\, and purely enticing entertainment is unlike any in its genre. As their reputation and admiration from both fans and critics alike continues to grow\, Cherish The Ladies blazes forward into another decade of music making. Get into the holiday spirit and join us for Cherish The Ladies Celtic Christmas! \n  \n \nComing with a group of 10 or more? Request a Group Sale Discount \nSee all of UCPAC’s Upcoming Events
URL:https://ucpac.org/event/cherish-the-ladies-celtic-christmas-special-matinee-show/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Holiday Shows 2024
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T004022
CREATED:20240913T135531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T191842Z
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SUMMARY:SHINING STARS CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR 2024
DESCRIPTION:Shining Stars Christmas Spectacular 2024\nFriday\, December 6\n7 PM\nCome and celebrate the Christmas season with the Shining Stars Christmas Spectacular 2024\, featuring the Shining Stars\, a talented cast of performers with special needs whose energy and passion light up the stage! The Shining Stars\, who have played to large audiences at UCPAC\, will once again sing and dance to your holiday favorites\, including “The Twelve Days of Christmas” where the audience is invited to sing along! This show is presented by Shining Stars Network. In their 12th year\, Shining Stars Network is a not for profit 501(c)(3) organization that creates opportunities in the performing arts for individuals with special needs. Come and join us for a heart-warming and inspiring performance that will leave you smiling right throughout the holiday season! \n \nSee all of UCPAC’s Upcoming Events
URL:https://ucpac.org/event/shining-stars-christmas-spectacular-2024/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241130T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241130T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T004022
CREATED:20240731T130019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T174715Z
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SUMMARY:ORCHESTRA OF ST. PETER BY THE SEA HOLIDAY CONCERT
DESCRIPTION:Orchestra of St. Peter by the Sea Holiday Concert\nSaturday\, November 30\n3 PM\nAn annual holiday tradition is back at UCPAC by popular demand! The ever lovable and charismatic Father Alphonse Stevenson returns to conduct the Orchestra of St. Peter by the Sea Holiday Concert. Join us for this magical matinee concert of carols and seasonal favorites. Kick off the holiday season by spending a special evening with Father Alphonse\, his talented orchestra and distinguished vocalists as he provides humorous and personal anecdotes amidst a program of holiday classics. \n \nComing with a group of 10 or more? Request a Group Sale Discount \n \n  Check out the City of Rahway’s Dinner & Show Deals! \nSee all of UCPAC’s Upcoming Events
URL:https://ucpac.org/event/orchestra-of-st-peter-by-the-sea-holiday-concert/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Holiday Shows 2024
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241123T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241123T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T004022
CREATED:20240807T180019Z
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SUMMARY:WHO'S BAD 20TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR
DESCRIPTION:Who’s Bad 20th Anniversary Tour\nMichael Jackson Tribute\nSaturday\, November 23\n8 PM\nWho’s Bad 20th Anniversary Tour – the ultimate Michael Jackson Tribute returns to UCPAC by popular demand! \nWho’s Bad’s live performance is an unrivaled celebration of pop music’s one true King. Their power-packed performance of Michael Jackson’s expansive catalog has been thrilling fans for 20 years and can only be described as a jaw-dropping\, musical must-see celebration! Who’s Bad earned its name by paying studious attention to Michael Jackson’s every original groove and gravity-defying dance moves. Come see the longest running Michael Jackson tribute\, and the only one to predate his untimely passing. You won’t believe your ears and eyes! As the curtain opens on a Who’s Bad performance\, every Michael Jackson fan feels the adrenaline\, screams at the sight of that unmistakable silhouette\, and succumbs to a surefire sing-along with favorites like “Billie Jean\,” “Man in the Mirror\,” “Rock With You\,” “Beat It\,” and more. Who’s Bad is a tribute befitting a King – the King of Pop! \n“The show was great…Michael would have been proud!” – Frank DiLeo\, longtime friend and manager of Michael Jackson \n \nComing with a group of 10 or more? Request a Group Sale Discount \n\n \n  Check out the City of Rahway’s Dinner & Show Deals! \nSee all of UCPAC’s Upcoming Events
URL:https://ucpac.org/event/whos-bad-20th-anniversary-tour/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T004022
CREATED:20240515T125517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240628T214209Z
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SUMMARY:THE ULTIMATE ELVIS CONCERT
DESCRIPTION:The Ultimate Elvis Concert\nSaturday\, November 16\n7 PM\nThe Ultimate Elvis Concert is an unrivaled multimedia production of The King of Rock n’ Roll’s career! Starring internationally acclaimed Ultimate Elvis Champion Cote Deonath backed by The Infinit-E Tribute Band\, taking you back to key points of Presley’s musical career with multiple costume changes that will have you guessing what is next! \nFor more than 43 years Elvis has been gone\, yet his music is timeless and remains. You will experience the 1950s\, when Elvis burst onto the music scene changing the face of music as we know it; his triumphant return to the stage in 1968 clad in black leather; the glitz and glamour of Vegas in 1970 where Elvis performed over 800 consecutive SOLD OUT shows; and finally\, to the iconic Aloha from Hawaii special in the white American eagle jumpsuit! \nCote delivers on all levels\, bringing THE most authentic tribute to the stage down to the rings Presley wore on his fingers. Find out what it was like to watch Elvis at his best on stage and experience the King again with The Ultimate Elvis Concert. \n \nThe Ultimate Elvis Concert – About Cote Deonath (from his website) \nCote Deonath is a world-renowned Elvis Presley tribute artist who has dedicated his life to preserving and celebrating the music and legacy of the King of Rock and Roll. Cote’s love for Elvis began at a young age when his grandmother introduced him to the music and style of the icon. At just two years old\, Cote began singing Elvis tunes\, and his passion for performing only grew from there. \nOver the years\, Cote has traveled the world to compete in Elvis tribute contests\, taking home the gold in numerous competitions and earning over 35 fan-favorite titles. His incredible talent and dedication to his craft have made him a beloved figure among fans of Elvis and tribute artists alike. \nSee all of UCPAC’s Upcoming Events
URL:https://ucpac.org/event/the-ultimate-elvis-concert/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T004022
CREATED:20241001T135547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T195807Z
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SUMMARY:GROOVE MERCHANT DRUM & DANCE ENSEMBLE 20TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
DESCRIPTION:Groove Merchant Drum & Dance Ensemble\n20th Anniversary Celebration\nSaturday\, November 16\n5 PM\nAt Hamilton Stage\nGet ready to be swept out of your seat and on to your feet by Groove Merchant Drum & Dance Ensemble as they celebrate their 20th Anniversary with a spectacular showcase! This isn’t just any performance — it’s a journey through two decades of infectious rhythms and dance! \nFeel the energy and passion as Groove Merchant and friends bring their unique blend of dance and percussion to life with their exciting and energetic performance! \nGroove Merchant Drum & Dance Ensemble is a world music extravaganza! Experience a global musical journey with traditional and original compositions and choreographies that have captivated audiences for 20 years. \nGroove Merchant and Drum and Dance Learning Center alumni from throughout the years will join them as special guests\, making this a truly special reunion. \nExperience the artistic vision of co-directors Kim Leary and Dave Merritt\, who have shaped the ensemble’s incredible journey. \nDon’t miss this chance to be part of a night filled with joy\, nostalgia\, and extraordinary talent. Secure your tickets now and celebrate 20 years of Groove Merchant’s dance and music magic. Come and be a part of this milestone event— it will be a night to remember! \n \nRecording of show available for purchase: https://the-drum-dance-learning-center.square.site \n \nSee all of UCPAC’s Upcoming Events
URL:https://ucpac.org/event/groove-merchant/
LOCATION:Hamilton Stage\, 360 Hamilton St.\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Hamilton Stage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T004022
CREATED:20240529T125024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T201226Z
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SUMMARY:THE ROBERT CRAY BAND - GROOVIN' 50 YEARS
DESCRIPTION:The Robert Cray Band – Groovin’ 50 Years\nSaturday\, October 26\n8 PM\nBlues icon. Soul man. Rock and roller. Robert Cray is all these things – and more. The Georgia-born\, Washington-raised musician first picked up a guitar after seeing The Beatles on TV then\, having witnessed Jimi Hendrix perform in Seattle\, determined that his destiny would follow a similar path. And so it turned out: across the past half-century Robert Cray has developed into one of American music’s most singular artists. \nFrom forming a teenage garage band\, through to striding the stage alongside several of the world’s greatest guitarists\, Robert Cray’s story is one of struggle and commitment. Struggle and commitment that led to Cray enjoying phenomenal success – selling millions of albums and countless concert tickets – while his skills as a band leader and performer mark him as a keeper of the flame for American roots music. \n“Nothing beats playing live\,” says Cray of his forthcoming US tour dates. “Audiences inspire me and my band to reach for the top every night.” Of his half century leading a rocking band he says\, “it’s been a great ride so far. And the best is yet to come.” \nThe Robert Cray Band consists of Richard Cousins (bass guitar)\, Dover Weinberg (keyboards)\, George Sluppick (drums) and Robert Cray (vocals/guitar). For VIP Seats with a Premium Merch Package sold exclusively by the artist through ONELIVE\, please click here. \n \nComing with a group of 10 or more? Request a Group Sale Discount \nMore About Robert Cray:\nCray’s commitment to making music of the highest order has won him both a loyal audience and the respect of many legendary figures. Robert Cray has shared stage and/or studio with the likes of John Lee Hooker and B.B. King\, Chuck Berry and Muddy Waters\, Albert Collins and Stevie Ray Vaughan\, the Rolling Stones and Eric Clapton\, Tina Turner and Buddy Guy\, the Memphis Horns and Hi Rhythm Section. \n– Cray’s 1986 breakthrough album Strong Persuader is the bestselling blues album ever.\n– Cray has won five Grammy Awards.\n– Cray has been inducted into Hollywood’s Rock Walk and the Blues Hall of Fame.\n– Cray is recipient of the Americana Music Lifetime Achievement Award for Performance.\n– Cray has designed two signature model Fender guitars. \n\n\n \n\n  Check out the City of Rahway’s Dinner & Show Deals! \nSee all of UCPAC’s Upcoming Events
URL:https://ucpac.org/event/the-robert-cray-band-groovin-50-years/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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