The Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) Board of Trustees, staff and volunteers are proud to honor the legacy of lifelong Board Member, author, historian, and film enthusiast I. Joseph “Irv” Hyatt with the renaming of its beloved classic film series.
UCPAC marks Hispanic Heritage Month with a screening of “La Bamba,” starring Lou Diamond Phillips, in 35mm. After the movie, join us on UCPAC’s Main Stage after “La Bamba” for a dance party featuring Valens’ music and other Latin rock and pop hits by the artists he inspired!
Get ready for some legendary laughs at the Urban Legends of Comedy Tour! This powerhouse lineup features comedy heavyweights Talent, Ed Lover, and Joe Clair, alongside rising stars Julio Diaz, Ambur James, GI Douglas, and Just Ray, with the legendary Miss Jones hosting the night!
Come see Disney’s “Encanto,” a sensory friendly movie experience at UCPAC’s Hamilton Stage adapted for children and adults with autism and other sensory sensitivities.
Tito Puente Jr. reveres the magnificent, lasting impact his legendary father had on our musical lives. “People who don’t know anything about Latin music know my father and people always, always smile when they say my father’s name,” he confides. “That is a very special gift I have been given.” Save the date to come share in the musical gifts of Tito Puente Jr. during Hispanic Heritage Month – tickets will be on sale soon!
Noche Flamenca is an award-winning company of dancers, singers, and musicians whose mastery of flamenco stretches the boundaries of the art form. Conceived and directed by artistic director Martín Santangelo, who choreographed the show with Bessie Award-winning principal dancer Soledad Barrio, “Searching for Goya” brings to life the extraordinary art of Francisco de Goya through the language of flamenco.
Flight Night: A Night of Drink Flights & Tasty Bites Under Museum of the Moon to benefit Union County Performing Arts Center! Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime event – get tickets today!
In honor of Museum of the Moon landing at Union County Performing Arts Center’s Main Stage, the New Jersey Symphony presents a captivating evening of orchestral music celebrating our celestial neighbor.
Like the Moon Theater in “Sing”, UCPAC’s Main Stage is a historic theater where families have enjoyed entertainment together since the 1920s. Come make new memories with your loved ones or relive your own when UCPAC’s Main Stage becomes the Moon Theater for one night only! Come sing karaoke in our cafe and enjoy other immersive surprises during this very special digital presentation of “Sing!”
Join us for a free guided tour of the world-renowned Museum of the Moon exhibit exclusively for Seniors (age 55+) at UCPAC’s historic Main Stage theater on October 7!
Come celebrate the magic and wonder of the moon! UCPAC is excited to host the world-renowned Museum of the Moon exhibition.
Join us for free guided tours of the world-renowned Museum of the Moon exhibit exclusively for Seniors (age 55+) at UCPAC’s historic Main Stage theater on October 8!
Are you a senior (age 55+) in New Jersey eager to connect with your community, share your experiences, and explore your creative side? You won’t want to miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! The Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) proudly presents a unique one-day workshop titled “Stories of a Lifetime Under the Moon.”
Come celebrate the magic and wonder of the moon! UCPAC is excited to host the world-renowned Museum of the Moon exhibition. Free timed entry tickets are available for Wednesday, October 8.
Inspired by the ethereal beauty of Luke Jerram’s Museum of the Moon, Chinese Culture Arts Association’s Dance · Moon is a poetic tribute to the moon’s quiet majesty and its timeless presence — transcending generations, cultures, and words.
Heroes for Ghosts takes you on a trip to “The Dark Side of the Moon” and beyond, masterfully recreating Pink Floyd’s signature style, blending rich instrumentation, evocative vocals, and mesmerizing light shows.
Ada Twist, Scientist & Friends is a fun musical based on the books “Rosie Revere, Engineer;” “Iggy Peck, Architect;” and “Ada Twist, Scientist” by Andrea Beaty, which spotlight the STEM curriculum (focusing on science, technology, engineering and math)!
Come celebrate the magic and wonder of the moon! UCPAC is excited to host the world-renowned Museum of the Moon exhibition. Free timed entry tickets are available for October 14!
After 6 weeks of preparation, our Legacy Arts Club seniors are excited to share their stories on stage, performed by professional actors.
Come celebrate the magic and wonder of the moon! UCPAC is excited to host the world-renowned Museum of the Moon exhibition. Free timed entry tickets are available for October 15!
American Repertory Ballet, one of New Jersey’s premier performing arts organizations, presents an incredible evening of contemporary and classical works, including the iconic second act of “Swan Lake.”
Experience the power of symphonic music under the glow of Museum of the Moon. Wharton Arts’ New Jersey Youth Symphony, led by Helen Cha-Pyo, and UCPAC present “Lunar Rising: A Symphony in Light and Sound.”
Dvorak’s “Rusalka” is a tragic lyrical fairy tale of a water nymph who longs to become human when she falls in love with a prince she finds bathing in her lake. Desperate, and against her father’s advice, Rusalka seeks out the witch Jezibaba to make her wish come true, but the reality is very different than her dreams.
It’s not goodbye, it’s just goodnightI On the last day of the Festival join us for story time featuring classic books that feature the moon, under the moon!
UCPAC’s Sensory Friendly Theatre movie screening of Hotel Transylvania is adapted for children & adults with autism & other sensory sensitivities.
Theatrical Artist’s Prep (TAP) is thrilled to present 13: The Musical, the electrifying Broadway hit from Tony Award-winning composer Jason Robert Brown.
Who you gonna call this Halloween Eve? “Ghostbusters,” of course! Kick off your Halloween weekend with this 1984 comedy classic in 35mm, starring Dan Ackroyd, Bill Murray, Harold Ramis, and Sigourney Weaver. With a costume contest, themed cocktails, photo op, and more!
There’s an upcoming secret event coming to Rahway that’s really cool (nudge, nudge, wink, wink) in a very cool, not so secret location. Want to know who’s performing?
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.
Purple Swans: Let the Heart Dance is an all-new production offering a dazzling blend of classical and indigenous Chinese dance with global traditions. All net proceeds from this event will be donated to the Mental Health Association in New Jersey to support those seeking mental health assistance.
Long live Black Sabbath! Long live Ozzy! Celebrate their music and incredible legacy with New Jersey’s beloved Black Sabbath tribute band, Sabbra Cadabra with Death Metallic, presented in partnership with Crossroads!
Join us for “Who Framed Roger Rabbit,” the groundbreaking 1998 cartoon/live-action comedy classic that blends noir-style intrigue with cartoon chaos! Enjoy themed drinks, a fun photo op, and other surprises at this 35mm presentation of “Who Framed Roger Rabbit” – part of the I. Joseph Hyatt Classic Film Series.
Adventure awaits! Bring the kids to see Paddington, 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!
NJ Ballet’s “The Nutcracker” – A Sensory Friendly Performance is specially adapted for children and adults with autism and other sensory sensitivities. Funded by the Union County Board of County Commissioners.
UCPAC’s Sensory Friendly Theatre movie screening of “Happy Feet” is a digital presentation specially adapted for children and adults with autism and other sensory sensitivities.
Come 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. The 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!
By popular demand, UCPAC welcomes back Cherish the Ladies Celtic Christmas concert for a special holiday matinee performance! 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.
American Theater Group (ATG) in partnership with Union County Performing Arts Center’s Free Play Reading Series resumes with “The Unwitting Magician,” a unique theatrical and magical one-night-only experience!
The New Jersey Youth Symphony, a program of Wharton Arts, proudly presents their Youth Orchestra & Philharmonia, performing works by Berlioz, Tchaikovsky, Bizet, and Sousa.
Take a musical journey through the cosmos this holiday season with Holst’s “The Planets,” performed by Wharton Arts’ New Jersey Youth Symphony conducted by Helen H. Cha-Pyo. Accompanied 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.
Developed by The American Opera Project and performed by New Jersey Opera Theater, “The Christmas Spider” spins a shimmering tale about love and togetherness during the holiday season.
Join us for our inaugural Karaoke Night in the Fazioli Room at UCPAC’s Hamilton Stage! Free!
Join us once again for UCPAC’s annual holiday tradition: “The Muppet Christmas Carol” in 35mm!Come enjoy this classic film on our big screen and be sure to come early to snap “elfie” selfies with Santa’s friends and maybe a surprise special guest (or two)! To get you even more into the holiday spirit, an organ concert of festive favorites, played on our “Biggest Little Wurlitzer,” starts at 6:30 PM.
Do you still hear the jingle of the bells? Bring the kids to see The Polar Express, 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!
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.
Center for Dance Education (CDE) proudly presents their 23rd annual Nutcracker Suite, a time-honored family tradition.
Don’t break out heart – join us for “The Godfather Part II” in 35mm at UCPAC’s Main Stage! With themed cocktails, a “Kiss of Death” photo op, and other surprises.
Timeless. Majestic. Unforgettable. Step into the world of “Swan Lake” – a story of love, magic, and triumph, brought to life through the powerful choreography of Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov, set to Tchaikovsky’s iconic score.
Come have fun and make memories your family will cherish at Popcorn & Pajamas! This month, we’re featuring 2011’s “Winnie the Pooh,” starring everyone’s favorite willy nilly silly ole bear and his friends from the Hundred Acre Wood. Wear your PJs and make a craft to take home!
There’s an upcoming secret event coming to Rahway that’s really cool (nudge, nudge, wink, wink) in a very cool, not-so-secret location. It’s Don’t Tell Comedy!
This Valentine’s Day, by popular demand, Will Downing returns to UCPAC’s Main Stage! Don’t miss this sweet show!
Travel back in time to 1920s New Orleans for this modern-day classic! Disney’s “The Princess & The Frog” tells the story of Tiana, a hardworking young woman with big dreams of opening her own restaurant. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she crosses paths with Prince Naveen, who has been transformed into a frog by the scheming witch doctor Dr. Facilier. A magical mishap turns Tiana into a frog as well, sending the mismatched duo deep into the Louisiana bayou to try to break the spell.
In 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!
The Mahoning Drive-In Road Show returns on Saturday, February 28 with a 1970s 35mm “Original/Rip-Off” Drive-In double feature of “The Exorcist” (1973) and “Beyond the Door” (1974)!
Lalah Hathway is still performing, and she arrives in Rahway, NJ on March 6, 2026. Get tickets today for this can’t miss concert featuring Hathaway’s best songs and new material from Vantablack.
Families will love watching their favorite characters from the classic book & TV series explore the atmosphere on Mercury, Venus, and Mars on an epic interplanetary field trip. Guided by Ms. Frizzle, the class must pull together to find their way across the galaxy while learning as much about teamwork as they do about the solar system.
Put on your PJs, grab some popcorn, and get ready to giggle at 2017’s “The LEGO Batman Movie”, a fast-paced, hilarious animated adventure that puts a mischievous spin on the Dark Knight.
What good is sitting alone in your room? Come to “Cabaret,” the best movie musical of all time (Forbes) at UCPAC’s Main Stage! Join us for this 35mm screening of the 1972 classic film that won eight Academy Awards, including Best Director (Bob Fosse), Best Actress (Liza Minnelli as Sally Bowles), and Best Supporting Actor (Joel Grey as the Master of Ceremonies).
WBGO presents All That Jazz concert series, a unique series showcasing some of the genre’s most talented and respected performers, featuring, by popular demand, the return of smooth jazz saxophonist and visual artist Marion Meadows! This series is a partnership between WBGO, UCPAC, and Smooth Jazz NJ.
Calling all Bettys and Baldwins! Totally pause at our photo op for some rad pics, and don’t forget to grab some sweet treats and cocktails in our Café when you come to see “Clueless” in 35mm!
“The Great Muppet Caper” follows Kermit the Frog, Fozzie Bear, and Gonzo as they travel to London to investigate a sensational jewel heist. After mistaking Miss Piggy (in a tour-de-force performance) for the famous fashion designer Lady Holiday, the trio becomes tangled in a glamorous but dangerous mystery involving a stolen diamond, a scheming villain, and plenty of Muppet mayhem.
Disney’s “Mulan” is this month’s Popcorn & Pajamas movie! Don’t miss this inspiring and engaging film.
WBGO presents All That Jazz, a unique concert series showcasing some of the genre’s most talented and respected performers, featuring saxophonist Eric Darius!
Join us for John Waters’ notorious 1972 cult classic “Pink Flamingos,” starring the inimitable Divine as a self-proclaimed queen of filth competing in a grotesque rivalry for the title of “the filthiest person alive.”
Come have the best day of your life at “The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie,” part of the Popcorn & Pajamas film series at UCPAC’s Hamilton Stage!
WBGO presents All That Jazz, a unique series showcasing some of the genre’s most talented and respected performers! This month features multi-instrumentalist Vincent Ingala, back by popular demand! This series is a partnership between UCPAC and Smooth Jazz NJ.
T.A.P. and UCPAC present Teen Musical Theater Conservatory for theater-loving teens ages 13-17 this summer at Hamilton Stage!
T.A.P. and UCPAC present Teen Musical Theater Conservatory for theater-loving youth ages 8-12 this summer at Hamilton Stage!
T.A.P. and UCPAC present Summer Conservatory Camp – Pit Perfect for young musicians ages 12-18 this summer at Hamilton Stage!
Come ride the waves of Disney’s stunning animated adventure “Moana,” and sing along to its unforgettable soundtrack! With on-screen lyrics to beloved songs like “How Far I’ll Go,” “You’re Welcome,” and “We Know the Way,” “Moana Sing-Along” is an interactive not-to-be-missed musical celebration!
Bursting with dazzling animation, lively characters, and unforgettable songs, including the Oscar-winning “Remember Me,” “Coco” is a vibrant and deeply moving tale that not only celebrates Mexican culture but also the enduring power of memory, which keeps our loved ones alive in our hearts throughout generations.
“Kung Fu Panda” bursts with energy, comedy, and high-flying martial arts as Po, a noodle-slurping, kung-fu-obsessed panda (voiced by Jack Black), suddenly finds himself chosen as the legendary Dragon Warrior.