My Italy Story by noted NJ playwright and storyteller Joe Gallo is a nostalgic exploration of family, heritage and the ties that bind us, presented by American Theater Group. Spurred by pleas to help reunite his fractured family, a young man quits his job as a New York account executive and travels to Vallata — the tiny Italian town of his ancestors. Not until he returns home, however, does he discover a secret that unlocks his past.
Get 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!
A Christmas to Remember chronicles the life of Stephen McKenzie, his wife Caryn along with their two daughters, Jasmine and Breonna as they prepare for their favorite time of year, Christmas! Everything is going as usual until an unexpected event threatens their way of life as well as test their faith.
The New Jersey Youth Symphony Jazz Concert celebrates the great American art form of jazz with young musicians performing works by Duke Ellington, Dizzy Gillespie, Wayne Shorter, & more.
American Theater Group (ATG) presents the premiere staged reading of Pandora Scooter’s Mother’s Day, inspired by Marsha Norman’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play ‘Night Mother. The reading is free, but donations will be gratefully accepted.
WBGO presents All That Jazz, a unique series showcasing some of the genre’s most talented and respected performers! This month features smooth jazz musician and visual artist Marion Meadows. This series is a partnership between UCPAC and Smooth Jazz NJ. Enjoy an evening of smooth jazz, beginning in the WBGO Piano Lounge. Come early to enjoy cocktails and live piano music from the phenomenal Leonieke Scheuble on the Fazioli piano before the performance – doors open one hour before showtime. Marion’s art will be displayed and available for purchase at this event!
Join us as American Theater Group (ATG) presents the premiere reading of Paul Marsh’s new comedy The Waiting Room as part of its free Monday Night Play Reading Series. The cast will feature Broadway’s Brenda Braxton (Smokey Joe’s Café – Tony Award nomination; Chicago), Robert Cuccioli (Jekyll and Hyde – Tony nomination; Les Miserables) and Jennifer Smith (Anastasia, A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder).
Enjoy a night of live jazz at Hamilton Stage! Grown Groovin’ with saxophonist Anthony E. Nelson Jr., bassist Kenny Davis, and drummer Winard Harper. Free in celebration of Black History Month. Proudly presented by the Union County Board of County Commissioners and the City of Rahway.
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Are you a senior in Union County eager to connect with your community, share your unique experiences, and explore your creative side? Register for our three-week workshop Stories of a Lifetime! This creative writing workshop, proudly presented by UCPAC and designed specifically for seniors ages 60 and up, offers you the chance to write and share your own story with the guidance of a professional playwright. The workshop closes with a showcase performance of your work to share with family and friends.
The Juilliard School 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.
American Theater Group proudly presents Purlie, a 1970 musical adaptation of Ossie Davis’s comedic play Purlie Victorious about a traveling preacher who returns to his hometown in Georgia and concocts a scheme to reclaim his church
Be a superhero to the kids in your life. Bring them to see Disney’s Big Hero 6, a digital presentation of UCPAC’s Popcorn & Pajamas film series at Hamilton Stage. Pajamas encouraged! Free popcorn (one per person). Come early and make a craft before the movie!
American Theater Group (ATG) in partnership with UCPAC present a Free Play Reading Series at Hamilton Stage: King of the Hollywood Fixers by Douglas J. Cohen. In January 1942, MGM “fixers” Eddie Mannix and Howard Strickling converge at the El Rancho Hotel in Las Vegas with the studio’s top star, Clark Gable, after a plane carrying his wife, actress Carole Lombard, goes missing in the nearby mountains. Charged with managing the crisis and getting Gable back to work, the two fixers clash over motives, methods, and morals—while all three fight to survive, reflecting the struggles of Hollywood and the nation amid war and rising fascism.
Be a part of our world! Bring the kids to see Disney’s The Little Mermaid Sing-Along, a digital presentation of UCPAC’s Popcorn & Pajamas film series at Hamilton Stage. Pajamas encouraged! Free popcorn (one per person). Come early and make a craft before the movie!
Come see Lyle, Lyle Crocodile, a Sensory Friendly Theater digital movie screening at UCPAC’s Hamilton Stage adapted for children and adults with autism and other sensory sensitivities.
The Willows is a humorous, heart-filled story about mothers and daughters, unexpected friendships, and learning to listen to—and love—the people in our lives we may not agree with. Directed by Chris O’Connor.
Witness the creative, passionate, entertaining performances crafted by Strauss Performing Arts’ devoted teachers and performed by talented children!
Juneteenth – The Soundtrack of Freedom will showcase a vibrant community choir, talented soloists, powerful poetry, dynamic dance, and, returning by popular demand, the electrifying Junior Mack Band.
It’s our show now, kid. Theatrical Artists Prep and UCPAC are proud to present our Summer Camp Youth Cast (Ages 8-12) in Beetlejuice JR!
It’s our show now, kid. Theatrical Artists Prep and UCPAC are proud to present our Summer Theater Camp Teen Cast (Ages 13-18) in Beetlejuice JR!
It’s our show now, kid. Theatrical Artists Prep and UCPAC are proud to present our Summer Camp Youth Cast (Ages 8-12) in Beetlejuice JR!
It’s our show now, kid. Theatrical Artists Prep and UCPAC are proud to present our Summer Theater Camp Teen Cast (Ages 13-18) in Beetlejuice JR!
It’s our show now, kid. Theatrical Artists Prep and UCPAC are proud to present our Summer Camp Youth Cast (Ages 8-12) in Beetlejuice JR!
It’s our show now, kid. Theatrical Artists Prep and UCPAC are proud to present our Summer Theater Camp Teen Cast (Ages 13-18) in Beetlejuice JR!
Register your child today for Summer 2025 Visual Arts Camp with renowned New Jersey scenic artist Bernard Jackson. Each child will receive a learning kit consisting of a pallet knife, easel, apron, and more to build their own scenic board!
WBGO presents All That Jazz concert series, a unique series showcasing some of the genre’s most talented and respected performers! This month features 13-time Grammy nominated band Spyro Gyra, returning by popular demand! This series is a partnership between WBGO, UCPAC, and Smooth Jazz NJ.
By popular demand, second show added! All aboard The Polar Express! Come to the movies in your coziest PJs for a magical morning the whole family will love—complete with holiday crafts and a heartwarming journey to the North Pole.
Join us for a special Love Song Karaoke Night in honor of Valentine’s Day. Whether your jam is “I Will Always Love You” or “Love Stinks,” come belt it out with us!
The Union County Board of County Commissioners, through the Office of Cultural and Heritage Affairs, is pleased to celebrate Black History Month and the 250th Anniversary of the Founding of the United States with a free performance titled, “Madame Selika 1878: Songbird in the White House,’ directed by WQXR’s Terrance McKnight with performances by soprano Candice Hoyes, tenor Justin E. Bell and pianist Kyle Walker.
In celebration of Black History Month, the Union County Board of County Commissioners, Mayor Giacobbe and the City of Rahway, and Union County Performing Arts Center present a free performance of “Stick Fly,” written by Lydia R. Diamond and directed by Danielle M. Watt. Register Today!
American Theater Group (ATG), in partnership with UCPAC, presents one of the most romantic shows of all time, Lerner and Loewe’s “My Fair Lady.” Winner of six Tony Awards, including Best Musical, this beloved musical features an unforgettable score including “I Could Have Danced All Night,” “The Rain in Spain” and “Get Me to the Church on Time.”
Theatrical Artist’s Prep (T.A.P.) and UCPAC’s summer camp program is an amazing opportunity for children and youth ages 8-17. Learn about the new camp experiences available in 2026 and meet members of the T.A.P. team at our summer camp open house!
By popular demand, Stories of a Lifetime 6 week writing workshop for seniors 55+ second session added!
Comedian, TikTok and YouTube star, and MMA fighter Preacher Lawson is best known for his appearance on season 12 of NBC’s hit series, “America’s Got Talent” (2017) where he made it to the final round. Now, he’s coming to Rahway for one-night-only on Saturday, April 26th!
Casino Night Fundraiser: Bet on the Arts To Benefit Union County Performing Arts Center At UCPAC’s Hamilton Stage New Date: Thursday, May 28 6 PM – 10 PM Tickets: $200 […]
WBGO presents All That Jazz concert series, a unique series showcasing some of the genre’s most talented and respected performers, featuring the Dizzy Gillespie All Stars with John Lee and special guest Paquito D’Rivera! This series is a partnership between WBGO, UCPAC, and Smooth Jazz NJ.