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SUMMARY:THE POLAR EXPRESS - POPCORN & PAJAMAS (MORNING SHOW)
DESCRIPTION:The Polar Express – Popcorn & Pajamas Film Series\nAt UCPAC’s Hamilton Stage\nCome in your PJs! FREE Popcorn (one per person)\nSaturday\, December 20 \nDoors: 9 AM – Before the movie\, have a seat at our craft table and make something fun to take home!\nFilm: 10 AM\nTickets: $10 (All-In Pricing)\n\nUCPAC’s Popcorn & Pajamas Film Series is a digital presentation. Learn more about Popcorn & Pajamas\nBy popular demand\, second show added! All aboard The Polar Express! “Seeing is believing\, but sometimes the most real things in the world are the things we can’t see.” Believe in the magic of the season\, the power of wonder\, and the importance of keeping childlike faith alive—no matter your age. \nCome 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. \nSet on Christmas Eve\, this classic Christmas movie tells the story of a young boy who sees a mysterious train bound for the North Pole stop outside his window and is invited aboard by its conductor. He joins other children as they embark on a journey to visit Santa Claus\, who is preparing for Christmas. It stars Tom Hanks (in multiple roles)\, Daryl Sabara\, Nona Gaye\, Jimmy Bennett\, and Eddie Deezen. \n“An enchanting\, beautiful and brilliantly imagined film.” –San Francisco Chronicle \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-polar-express-popcorn-pajamas-morning-show/
LOCATION:Hamilton Stage\, 360 Hamilton St.\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hamilton Stage,Holiday Shows 2025,Popcorn & Pajamas Film Series
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SUMMARY:THE POLAR EXPRESS - POPCORN & PAJAMAS
DESCRIPTION:The Polar Express – Popcorn & Pajamas Film Series\nAt UCPAC’s Hamilton Stage\nCome in your PJs! FREE Popcorn (one per person)\nFriday\, December 19 \nDoors: 6 PM\nFilm: 7 PM\nThis date is sold out!\nClick below to buy tickets for the December 20th screening at 10 AM.\n\nUCPAC’s Popcorn & Pajamas Film Series is a digital presentation. Learn more about Popcorn & Pajamas\nAll aboard The Polar Express! “Seeing is believing\, but sometimes the most real things in the world are the things we can’t see.” Believe in the magic of the season\, the power of wonder\, and the importance of keeping childlike faith alive—no matter your age. \nCome in your coziest PJs for a magical movie night the whole family will love—complete with holiday crafts and a heartwarming journey to the North Pole. \nSet on Christmas Eve\, this classic Christmas movie tells the story of a young boy who sees a mysterious train bound for the North Pole stop outside his window and is invited aboard by its conductor. He joins other children as they embark on a journey to visit Santa Claus\, who is preparing for Christmas. It stars Tom Hanks (in multiple roles)\, Daryl Sabara\, Nona Gaye\, Jimmy Bennett\, and Eddie Deezen. \n“An enchanting\, beautiful and brilliantly imagined film.” –San Francisco Chronicle \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-polar-express/
LOCATION:Hamilton Stage\, 360 Hamilton St.\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holiday Shows 2025,Popcorn & Pajamas Film Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T203000
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SUMMARY:THE MUPPET CHRISTMAS CAROL IN 35MM
DESCRIPTION:The Muppet Christmas Carol in 35mm\nThursday\, December 18\n“Elfie” Selfies & Shop Small Businesses: 6 PM – 7 PM\nHoliday Organ Concert: 6:30 PM – 7 PM\nFilm: 7 PM\nTickets: $17 in advance/ $22 day of show (All In Pricing)\n \nJoin us once again for UCPAC’s annual holiday tradition: “The Muppet Christmas Carol” in 35mm! \nCome 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. \nIn addition to Kermit (Bob Cratchit)\, Miss Piggy (Mrs. Cratchit)\, the Great Gonzo (Charles Dickens) and Rizzo the Rat (Himself\, “The Muppet Christmas Carol” stars Academy Award Winner Michael Caine as Ebeneezer Scrooge. The film features original songs by famed composer Paul Williams (“The Rainbow Connection”). \nWhether you’ve never seen “The Muppet Christmas Carol” in a theater before\, watched it every year since you were a child\, or are taking your grandchildren to see it for the first time\, we’re excited to be a part of your holiday celebrations! \nWe’re excited to welcome Peach Tree Design Shop and The Big Kid Store as a featured vendors during the movie! Shop small this holiday with decorations and ornaments.   \nThis screening is part of UCPAC’s I. Joseph Hyatt Classic Film Series. The Muppet Christmas Carol in 35mm is one of our most popular events each holiday season\, so don’t wait – get your tickets today!\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/muppet-christmas/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:35mm Classic Film Series,Holiday Shows 2025
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SUMMARY:WINTER KARAOKE NIGHT
DESCRIPTION:Winter Karaoke Night\nIn the Fazioli Room at UCPAC’s Hamilton Stage\nMonday\, December 15\nDoors: 6:30 PM\nSinging: 7 PM\n18 to Enter21 to Drink\nFree! Registration Required\n \nJoin us for our inaugural Karaoke Night in the Fazioli Room at UCPAC’s Hamilton Stage! \nRegister early to reserve your spot – limited space available. 18 to enter; 21 to drink. \nBring your friends and family to watch you shine at UCPAC’s Winter Karaoke Night! Get your free tickets and sign up today. \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/winter-karaoke-night/
LOCATION:Fazioli Room\, 360 Hamilton St.\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Karaoke
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T130000
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SUMMARY:THE CHRISTMAS SPIDER - NEW JERSEY OPERA THEATER
DESCRIPTION:The Christmas Spider – New Jersey Opera Theater\nSunday\, December 14\nDoors: 1 PM\nShow: 2 PM\nTickets:\n$46 Adults \n$24 Seniors (55+)\n$14 Students (Under 21)\n(All in Pricing)\nPlease note: “The Christmas Spider” will be performed in English.\n \nDeveloped 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. On a bitterly cold Christmas Eve\, a poor woodcutter and his two children have no gifts\, barely enough to eat\, and are in danger of losing their home to an impatient landlady. The surprise discovery of a large\, but gentle arachnid leads to a seemingly miraculous turn of good fortune for the family. Inspired by a Ukrainian legend\, “The Christmas Spider” is a new addition to the holiday canon\, telling a tale for all ages. \nAbout New Jersey Opera Theater\nLed by Rahway resident Joseph Mayon\, Founder & Artistic Director\, New Jersey Opera Theater works in partnership with UCPAC to provide the community with state-of-the-art shows and world class performances that truly make an impact. Through mentorship\, local high school and college students have the opportunity to join these professional musicians in the orchestra\, chorus\, or as understudies for lead roles. \nAbout The American Opera Project\nAmerican Opera Projects (AOP) is a non-profit organization that provides resources and opportunities to artists for the creation of new lyric theater. Based in Brooklyn\, AOP has been at the forefront of the contemporary opera movement for over thirty years through the commissioning\, developing\, and producing of opera and lyric theater projects\, training programs for student and emerging composers and librettists\, and community engagement. \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/the-christmas-spider-new-jersey-opera-theater/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holiday Shows 2025,NJ Opera Theater
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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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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:20251208T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251208T190000
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SUMMARY:THE UNWITTING MAGICIAN - FREE PLAY READING SERIES
DESCRIPTION:The Unwitting Magician – Free Play Reading Series\nMonday\, December 8\nDoors: 6:30 PM\nShow: 7 PM\nAt UCPAC’s Hamilton Stage\nFree – Registration Requested \n \nAmerican 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. \nA lone actor steps onto a bare stage—armed with little more than a music stand and a sealed manila envelope. Inside: a script they have truly never seen\, its contents a complete mystery. The actor has no idea what sort of play or theatrical experience may unfold. \nAs the actor reads the script to the audience\, he (or she) is swept into a whirlwind of impossible feats and playful surprises\, becoming an unwitting magician and inviting the audience to question who is truly in control—the performer\, the script\, or something more magical still? \nJoin us for this special piece currently in development. Created by Jeremy Dobrish\, a director\, playwright\, artistic leader\, creative director\, and teacher whose focus has been developing and directing new plays and musicals. He has directed at Second Stage\, MCC\, Joe’s Pub\, The Promenade\, The Variety Arts\, The Century\, Actor’s Playhouse\, etc. His productions have received several Lortel and Drama Desk nominations. This performance will feature Stacey Linnartz (“Our Town”/ATG\, “Life Sucks”/”Wheelhouse\,” “God of Vengeance”/Barrow Group). A Q&A with the playwright and actor will follow the event. \nThe event is free\, but registration is required. Register for your free tickets today! \n \n Check out the City of Rahway’s Dinner & Show Deals! \nSee all of UCPAC’s Upcoming Events
URL:https://ucpac.org/event/unwitting-magician/
LOCATION:Hamilton Stage\, 360 Hamilton St.\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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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:20251205T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T210000
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SUMMARY:HAPPY FEET - A SENSORY FRIENDLY MOVIE EXPERIENCE
DESCRIPTION:Happy Feet – A Sensory Friendly Movie Experience at UCPAC’s Hamilton Stage\nFunded by the Union County Board of County Commissioners\nFriday\, December 5\nDoors: 6 PM\nFilm: 7 PM\nTickets: $5 (All-In Pricing)\n \nUCPAC’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. Learn more about Sensory Friendly Theatre events.\n“Happy Feet” (2006) is a joyful animated musical set in Antarctica\, where every Emperor Penguin must sing to find a mate—except young Mumble\, who can’t sing a note. Instead\, he expresses himself through incredible tap dancing. Outcast for being different\, Mumble sets out to prove that what makes you different can also be your greatest strength. \nDon’t miss this heartwarming tale that includes voice appearances by Hugh Jackman\, Nicole Kidman\, Brittany Murphy\, Robin Williams\, and Elijah Wood as Mumble. \nWatch the Trailer\n \nWhat to expect at a Sensory Friendly Theatre Movie Experience: \n\nMovie will run its full length without intermission.\nSeating is general admission; a limited number of tickets will be sold to maintain a comfortably-sized audience.\nLights will remain on at 25% brightness inside the theater auditorium during the entire performance.\nSound volume will be lowered and remain constant to prevent abrupt\, jarring sounds.\n\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/happy-feet-sft/
LOCATION:Hamilton Stage\, 360 Hamilton St.\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sensory Friendly Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251130T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251130T150000
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SUMMARY:NJ BALLET'S THE NUTCRACKER - A SENSORY FRIENDLY PERFORMANCE - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:NJ Ballet’s The Nutcracker – A Sensory Friendly Performance\nFunded by the Union County Board of County Commissioners\nSunday\, November 30\nDoors: 1 PM\nShow: 2 PM\nTickets: $8 (All-In Pricing)\nTHIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT\n \nNJ Ballet’s “The Nutcracker” – A Sensory Friendly Performance is specially adapted for children and adults with autism and other sensory sensitivities. Learn more about Sensory Friendly Theatre events. \n“The Nutcracker” is a beloved annual tradition that enchants youngsters and grown-ups alike with splendid dancers and a touch of holiday magic\, set to Tchaikovsky’s iconic score. “The Nutcracker” tells the magical story of Clara and her Nutcracker Prince as they battle toy soldiers and larger-than-life mice\, and travel through a whirlwind of dancing snowflakes to the Land of Sweets. Greeted by the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier\, Clara enjoys a suite of brilliant and joyful dances before opening her eyes to the familiar sights of her own home. Was it all a dream? \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/nj-ballet-nutcracker-sft/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ballet/Dance,Holiday Shows 2025,Sensory Friendly Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T183600
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SUMMARY:PADDINGTON
DESCRIPTION:Paddington – Popcorn & Pajamas Film Series\nAt UCPAC’s Hamilton Stage\nCome in your PJs! FREE Popcorn (one per person)\nFriday\, November 21\nTickets: $10 (All-In Pricing)\n\nDoors: 6 PM – Before the movie\, have a seat at our craft table and make something fun to take home!\nFilm: 7 PM\nUCPAC’s Popcorn & Pajamas Film Series is a digital presentation. Learn more about Popcorn & Pajamas\n“Mrs. Brown says that in London everyone is different\, and that means anyone can fit in. I think she must be right – because although I don’t look like anyone else\, I really do feel at home.” – Paddington \nBring the whole family to experience the heartwarming charm of Paddington Bear! This delightful film is packed with laughter\, adventure\, and valuable lessons about kindness\, curiosity\, and the true meaning of home. Perfect for kids and just as fun for parents\, it’s a feel-good favorite you won’t want to miss! \nThe film tells the story of Paddington\, an anthropomorphic bear who migrates from the jungles of “Darkest Peru” to the streets of London\, where he is adopted by the Brown family\, unaware he is being pursued by a taxidermist. Paddington stars Ben Whishaw as the voice of the title character\, with Hugh Bonneville\, Sally Hawkins\, Julie Walters\, Jim Broadbent\, Peter Capaldi\, and Nicole Kidman in live-action roles. \n“Paddington brings a beloved children’s character into the 21st century without sacrificing his essential charm\, delivering a family-friendly adventure as irresistibly cuddly as its star.” –Rotten Tomatoes \n“A gloriously whimsical big-screen debut that’s closer to the madcap spirit of the Muppets and the lovingly rendered style of a Wes Anderson film than to standard multiplex family fodder.”-Entertainment Weekly \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/paddington/
LOCATION:Hamilton Stage\, 360 Hamilton St.\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Popcorn & Pajamas Film Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T183600
CREATED:20250903T210050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T175338Z
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SUMMARY:WHO FRAMED ROGER RABBIT IN 35MM
DESCRIPTION:Who Framed Roger Rabbit in 35mm\nThursday\, November 20\nDoors: 6 PM\nConcert on our “Biggest Little Wurlitzer”: 6:30 PM\nFilm: 7 PM \nTickets: $17 in advance/ $22 day of show (All In Pricing)\n \n“A laugh can be a very powerful thing. Why\, sometimes in life\, it’s the only weapon we have.” – Roger Rabbit\nJoin us for “Who Framed Roger Rabbit\,” the groundbreaking 1998 cartoon/live-action comedy classic that blends noir-style intrigue with cartoon chaos\, featuring appearances from famous animated characters including Mickey Mouse\, Betty Boop\, Bugs Bunny and more! With its inventive mix of humor\, suspense\, and dazzling animation techniques\, “Who Framed Roger Rabbit” redefined what was possible in filmmaking and remains a beloved classic. The film notably won a Special Achievement Oscar in Animation Direction for its landmark innovation and was selected for inclusion in the Library of Congress’ National Film Registry in 2016. \nSet in 1940s Hollywood\, the plot follows Eddie Valiant (played by Bob Hoskins)\, a hard-boiled private detective who despises toons\, as he gets pulled into a wild case involving the zany\, lovable cartoon star Roger Rabbit (voiced by Charles Fleischer) and his wife\, the sultry Jessica Rabbit (voiced by Kathleen Turner and Amy Irving). When Roger is accused of murdering a powerful businessman\, Eddie reluctantly teams up with him to clear his name. \nEnjoy 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. \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/who-framed-roger-rabbit-in-35mm/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:35mm Classic Film Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T220000
DTSTAMP:20260405T183600
CREATED:20250814T212932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T200239Z
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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:20251101T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T183600
CREATED:20250911T223419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T223419Z
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SUMMARY:PURPLE SWANS: LET THE HEART DANCE
DESCRIPTION:Purple Swans: Let the Heart Dance\nSong-and-Dance Charity Gala\nSaturday\, November 1\nDoors: 6 PM\nShow: 7 PM\nTickets: $30 – $100 (All In Pricing)\n \nBy popular demand\, Purple Swans returns to UCPAC’s Main Stage this fall\, following the success of “Journey to Shangri-La” (2016) and “Dancing under the Harvest Moon” (2019). Through its three charity performances in 2016\, 2019\, and 2022\, Purple Swans has raised nearly $30\,000 in support of the Mental Health Association in New Jersey\, with a focus on Youth Mental Health First Aid. This year’s performance is Purple Swans: “Let the Heart Dance”. \nThis all-new production offers a dazzling blend of classical and indigenous Chinese dance with global traditions. Audiences will be immersed in a rich tapestry of culture and artistry\, where Eastern legacies meet Western creativity to spark new possibilities on stage. \nPurple Swans is a New Jersey based nonprofit dedicated to creating cultural bridges and promoting dialogue through the performing arts. Each performance celebrates the beauty of\nuniting East and West\, while giving back to the community. \nAll net proceeds from this event will once again be donated to the Mental Health Association in New Jersey to support those seeking mental health assistance. \n✨ Join Purple Swans for an unforgettable evening of dance\, culture\, and community impact! ✨ Click the button below to purchase tickets from their website\, purpleswans.org. \n \nHighlights from Purple Swans’ 2022 Gala:\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/purple-swans-2025/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ballet/Dance,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T183600
CREATED:20250630T154316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T182746Z
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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:20251031T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251031T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T183600
CREATED:20250910T140039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T142100Z
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SUMMARY:DON'T TELL COMEDY - HALLOWEEN NIGHT
DESCRIPTION:Don’t Tell Comedy (Halloween Night)\nFriday\, October 31\n7 PM\nTickets: $27 (All In Pricing)  – Only 3 tickets left at ucpac.org!\nAdditional Tickets available at DontTellComedy.com and at the door.\n \nThere’s an upcoming secret event coming to Rahway that’s really cool (nudge\, nudge\, wink\, wink) in a very cool\, secret location. It’s Don’t Tell Comedy – Halloween Night! \nWant to know who’s performing? \nSorry\, we can’t tell. \n(But they’re so funny\, it’s scary!) \nThis event is a presentation of Don’t Tell Comedy\, Inc. \n \n Check out the City of Rahway’s Dinner & Show Deals! \nSee all of UCPAC’s Upcoming Events
URL:https://ucpac.org/event/dont-tell-comedy-halloween-night/
LOCATION:Hamilton Stage\, 360 Hamilton St.\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Presented by Don't Tell Comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T183600
CREATED:20250814T210800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T210125Z
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SUMMARY:GHOSTBUSTERS IN 35MM
DESCRIPTION:Ghostbusters in 35mm\nThursday\, October 30\nDoors & Halloween Organ Concert: 6 PM\nCostume Contest Fashion Show: 6:30 PM\nFilm: 7 PM\nCostume Contest Winners Announced After the Movie!\nTickets: $17 in advance/ $22 day of show (All In Pricing)\n \nGet tickets\, then sign up for our costume contest here!\nGrand Prize – $50 UCPAC gift card – redeemable for tickets to UCPAC shows. \nWho you gonna call this Halloween Eve? “Ghostbusters\,” of course! \nKick off your Halloween weekend with this 1984 comedy classic\, starring Dan Ackroyd\, Bill Murray\, Harold Ramis\, and Sigourney Weaver as they take on the Stay-Puft Marshmallow Man in the streets of New York City. \nConsidered one of the most important comedy films ever made\, “Ghostbusters” is featured in the book “1001 Movies You Must See Before You Die\,” and has a 95% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. This 35mm screening of “Ghostbusters” is a presentation of I. Joseph Hyatt Classic Film Series. \nWear your Halloween costume for a chance to win a prize! Enjoy themed cocktails\, a cool photo op\, and other surprises! \nIf you miss this you’ll feel like the floor of a taxi cab\, so don’t wait – get your tickets today! \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/ghostbusters/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:35mm Classic Film Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T183600
CREATED:20251020T215408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T215408Z
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SUMMARY:Theatrical Artist's Prep | 13 The Musical
DESCRIPTION:Theatrical Artist’s Prep presents 13 The Musical\nAt UCPAC’s Hamilton Stage\nFriday\, October 24\, 2025\, 7pm Curtain\nSaturday\, October 25\, 2025\, 7pm Curtain\nSunday\, October 26\, 2025\, 2pm Curtain\nAdvanced Purchase $25 (Ticket Link will close 1 hr before curtain)\nTickets at the door $30 (cash or Zelle)\nGeneral admission; Doors open half hour before curtain.\n\nTheatrical Artist’s Prep (TAP) is thrilled to present 13: The Musical\, the electrifying Broadway hit from Tony Award-winning composer Jason Robert Brown.  \nPerformances will take place at UCPAC’s Hamilton Stage in Rahway on Friday\, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.\, Saturday\, October 25 at 7:00 p.m.\, and Sunday\, October 26 at 2:00 p.m. \nGeek. Poser. Jock. Beauty Queen. Wannabe. These are the labels that can last a lifetime. With an unforgettable rock score\, Music & Lyrics by Jason Robert Brown and hilarious yet heartfelt book by Dan Elish and Robert Horn\, 13: The Musical tells the story of Evan Goldman\, a New York City teen suddenly transplanted to small-town Indiana in the wake of his parents’ divorce. As Evan navigates the trials of adolescence—friendship\, popularity\, first crushes\, and the all-important bar mitzvah—audiences are taken on a journey filled with laughter\, energy\, and truth about what it means to find your place in the world. \nUnder the expert direction of Beth Kasper\, with music direction by Emalina Thompson\, produced and choreographed  by Samantha Simpson\, and scenic and lighting design by James Mosser\, this production is bursting with personality and promises a truly exciting and thoughtful theater experience. This high-energy production showcases 19 powerhouse young actors from across Union\, Somerset\, and Middlesex Counties and a live band.
URL:https://ucpac.org/event/13-the-musical-theatrical-artists-prep/
LOCATION:Hamilton Stage\, 360 Hamilton St.\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T183600
CREATED:20250911T204614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T135307Z
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SUMMARY:HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA - A SENSORY FRIENDLY MOVIE EXPERIENCE
DESCRIPTION:Hotel Transylvania – A Sensory Friendly Movie Experience at UCPAC’s Main Stage\nFunded by the Union County Board of County Commissioners\nFriday\, October 24\nDoors: 6 PM\nFilm: 7 PM\nTickets: $5 (All-In Pricing)\n \nUCPAC’s Sensory Friendly Theatre movie screening of “Hotel Transylvania” is a digital presentation specially adapted for children and adults with autism and other sensory sensitivities. Learn more about Sensory Friendly Theatre events.\nGet ready for some spooky fun! Kids are welcome to wear their Halloween costumes\, but no masks or props\, please. We want to see all those smiling (and maybe a little spooky) faces! \n“Hotel Transylvania” is a 2012 animated comedy that takes place in a lavish\, monster-only resort hidden from the human world. Owned and operated by Count Dracula (voiced by Adam Sandler)\, the hotel is a safe haven where Frankenstein’s Monster\, aka Frank\, (voiced by Kevin James)\, Murry the Mummy (voiced by CeeLo Green)\, Griffin the Invisible Man (voiced by David Spade)\, and Wayne the Werewolf (voiced by Steve Buscemi) can relax without fear of humans. Dracula’s main concern\, however\, is protecting his daughter Mavis (voiced by Selena Gomez)\, who longs to explore the world beyond the hotel walls. Chaos ensues when an unsuspecting human backpacker named Jonathan (voiced by Andy Samberg) stumbles upon the resort and falls for Mavis\, forcing Dracula to confront his fears about letting go. \nWatch the Trailer\n \nWhat to expect at a Sensory Friendly Theatre Movie Experience: \n\nMovie will run its full length without intermission.\nSeating is general admission; a limited number of tickets will be sold to maintain a comfortably-sized audience.\nLights will remain on at 25% brightness inside the theater auditorium during the entire performance.\nSound volume will be lowered and remain constant to prevent abrupt\, jarring sounds.\n\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/hotel-transylvania-sft/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sensory Friendly Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T183600
CREATED:20250702T144136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T220023Z
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SUMMARY:GOODNIGHT\, MOON: TALES FOR TINY ASTRONAUTS
DESCRIPTION:Goodnight\, Moon: Tales for Tiny Astronauts\nMonday\, October 20\nTwo Shows: 10 AM & 12 PM\nTickets: FREE (Registration Required)\n \nIt’s not goodbye\, it’s just good night! On the last day of the Festival\, join us for story time with classic books that feature the moon\, under the moon inside UCPAC’s Main Stage! Our readers are scheduled to include local actors\, elected officials\, and other community leaders. Images from the books will be projected onto our screen\, so everyone can follow along. Attendees will receive a free souvenir of their trip to the moon to take home! Admission is free; registration is required. \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/goodnight-moon-tales-for-tiny-astronauts/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival of the Moon,moon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T183600
CREATED:20250619T191552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T174704Z
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SUMMARY:RUSALKA - NEW JERSEY OPERA THEATER
DESCRIPTION:Rusalka – New Jersey Opera Theater\nSunday\, October 19\nDoors: 1 PM\nShow: 2 PM\nTickets:\n$46 Adults\n$24 Seniors (55+)\n$14 Students (Under 21)\n(All in Pricing)\nPlease note: “Rusalka” will be performed in Czech with English supertitles.\n \nDvorak’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. In the opera’s most famous and poignant aria\, “Song to the Moon\,” she begs the glowing planet to tell the prince of her love. \nDesperate\, 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. \nBased on the book “The Little Mermaid” by Hans Christian Andersen\, “Rusalka” is a dramatic retelling of the original 1836 story. \nAbout New Jersey Opera Theater\nLed by Rahway resident Joseph Mayon\, Founder & Artistic Director\, New Jersey Opera Theater works in partnership with UCPAC to provide the community with state-of-the-art shows and world class performances that truly make an impact. Through mentorship\, local high school and college students have the opportunity to join these professional musicians in the orchestra\, chorus\, or as understudies for lead roles. \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/rusalka-new-jersey-opera-theater/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival of the Moon,moon,NJ Opera Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T183600
CREATED:20250702T151715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T174640Z
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SUMMARY:LUNAR RISING: A SYMPHONY OF LIGHT AND SOUND PRESENTED BY WHARTON ARTS' NEW JERSEY YOUTH SYMPHONY
DESCRIPTION:Lunar Rising: A Symphony of Light and Sound Presented by Wharton Arts’ New Jersey Youth Symphony\nSaturday\, October 18\nDoors: 6 PM\nShow: 7 PM\nTickets: $24 Adults / $19 Seniors (55+) and Students (21 & Under) (All In Pricing)\n \nExperience 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\,” a breathtaking concert featuring works by Debussy\, Dvořák\, Nishimura\, Uematsu\, and Holst. Let music and moonlight carry you on a soaring journey of wonder and imagination.  \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/lunar-rising-wharton-arts-nj-youth-symphony/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival of the Moon,moon,Museum of the Moon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T183600
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SUMMARY:AMERICAN REPERTORY BALLET - SWAN LAKE ACT II AND MORE
DESCRIPTION:American Repertory Ballet presents “Swan Lake Act II” and More\nFriday\, October 17\nDoors: 6 PM\nShow: 7:30 PM\nTickets: $36-$56 (All In Pricing)Students With ID: $12 (All In Pricing)\n \nAmerican 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.” \nSet against Tchaikovsky’s hauntingly beautiful score\, “Swan Lake” transports audiences into the mesmerizing world of Odette\, the swan princess\, as she reveals her true form to Prince Siegfried. From the famous “Dance of the Cygnets” to the poignant and renowned romantic pas de deux\, this fairytale scene promises to leave audiences of all ages spellbound. Also featured will be Ethan Stiefel’s “if”\, a poignant solo that traces the contours of love and loss set to “If I Could Only Fly” by American singer-songwriter and poet Blaze Foley; and Lar Lubovitch’s “Something About Night\,” a mesmerizing dreamlike quintet set to the ethereal voices of Franz Schubert’s male choral songs. ARB is honored to share these impassioned and evocative works with audiences at UCPAC. \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/swan-lake/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival of the Moon,moon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T183600
CREATED:20250701T184304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T215540Z
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SUMMARY:MUSEUM OF THE MOON FREE TIMED ENTRY TICKET
DESCRIPTION:Museum of the Moon Timed Entry Ticket\nWednesday\, October 15\nTimes: Entry every 30 minutes from 4 PM – 5:30 PM\nTickets Are FREE But Must Be Reserved\n \nExperience Museum of the Moon inside our magnificent Main Stage. Marvel at this massive installation of lunar imagery\, moonlight and surround sound composition by award-winning composer Dan Jones. The 23-foot-wide moon installation features detailed NASA imagery of the lunar surface\, is internally lit\, and is accompanied by a 30-minute soundtrack for an immersive experience.  \nBefore you enter\, be sure to enjoy the poster exhibit developed by the National Air and Space Museum and the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service. The traveling exhibition is made possible by the support of Jeff and MacKenzie Bezos\, Joe Clark\, Bruce R. McCaw Family Foundation\, the Charles and Lisa Simonyi Fund for Arts and Sciences\, John and Susann Norton\, and Gregory D. and Jennifer Walston Johnson. \n \nPhoto (c) twobytwo \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/museum-of-the-moon-free-timed-entry-ticket-october-15/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:moon,Museum of the Moon,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T183600
CREATED:20250716T215038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T155549Z
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SUMMARY:STORIES OF A LIFETIME WRITING WORKSHOP PERFORMANCE - UCPAC LEGACY ARTS CLUB
DESCRIPTION:Stories of a Lifetime Writing Workshop for Seniors at UCPAC’s Hamilton Stage\nCulminating Performance\nPresented by the UCPAC Legacy Arts Club\nTues. Oct 14 – 5 PM -7 PM\nRegister for the Free Performance\n \nAfter 6 weeks of preparation\, our seniors are excited to share their stories on stage\, performed by professional actors.\nDon’t miss this opportunity to explore the art of storytelling and create lasting memories to share with your family and friends. \n \n \nSee all of UCPAC’s Upcoming Events
URL:https://ucpac.org/event/stories-of-a-lifetime-writing-workshop-for-seniors-ucpac-legacy-arts-club/
LOCATION:Hamilton Stage\, 360 Hamilton St.\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Senior Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T183600
CREATED:20250701T184050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T215457Z
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SUMMARY:MUSEUM OF THE MOON FREE TIMED ENTRY TICKET
DESCRIPTION:Museum of the Moon Timed Entry Ticket\nTuesday\, October 14\nTimes: Entry every 30 minutes from 4 PM – 5:30 PM\nTickets Are FREE But Must Be Reserved\n \nExperience Museum of the Moon inside our magnificent Main Stage. Marvel at this massive installation of lunar imagery\, moonlight and surround sound composition by award-winning composer Dan Jones. The 23-foot-wide moon installation features detailed NASA imagery of the lunar surface\, is internally lit\, and is accompanied by a 30-minute soundtrack for an immersive experience. \nBefore you enter\, be sure to enjoy the poster exhibit developed by the National Air and Space Museum and the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service. The traveling exhibition is made possible by the support of Jeff and MacKenzie Bezos\, Joe Clark\, Bruce R. McCaw Family Foundation\, the Charles and Lisa Simonyi Fund for Arts and Sciences\, John and Susann Norton\, and Gregory D. and Jennifer Walston Johnson. \n \nPhoto (c) twobytwo \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/museum-of-the-moon-free-timed-entry-ticket-october-14/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:moon,Museum of the Moon,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T183600
CREATED:20250602T191251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T174544Z
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SUMMARY:ADA TWIST\, SCIENTIST & FRIENDS
DESCRIPTION:Ada Twist\, Scientist & Friends\nSunday\, October 12\nDoors: 1 PM\nShow: 2 PM\nVIP Tickets: $41 (All In Pricing)\nTickets: Adults $24 (All In Pricing)Children 12 and Under: $12 (All In Pricing)\n \nMs. Greer’s classroom includes three inquisitive out-of-the-box thinkers. Rosie Revere has big dreams. Iggy Peck has a relentless passion for architecture. And Ada Twist’s curiosity can lead her to solve any problem. \nA 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). \nCome when doors open at 1 PM to make a free Earth Science craft and receive a free  coloring book to take home! \n“Ada Twist\, Scientist & Friends” is written by Lauren Gunderson\, the most produced living playwright in the U.S. (book)\, Bree Lowdermilk (music)\, and Kait Kerrigan (lyrics)\, and based on the book series by Andrea Beaty and illustrated by David Roberts. The original creative team includes direction by Peter Flynn\, choreography by Marcos Santana (Broadway:  Rocky\, Associate Choreographer)\, orchestrations by Lloyd Kikoler\, original music direction by Dan Garmon; set design by Anne Mundell\, and costume design by Jenifer Caprio.  \nCheck out TheaterWorksUSA’s family musical “Ada Twist\, Scientist & Friends!”\n \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/ada-twist/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival of the Moon,moon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T220000
DTSTAMP:20260405T183600
CREATED:20250519T160049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T174518Z
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SUMMARY:HEROES FOR GHOSTS - PINK FLOYD TRIBUTE
DESCRIPTION:Heroes for Ghosts – Pink Floyd Tribute\nSaturday\, October 11\nDoors: 7 PM\nShow: 8 PM\nTickets: $41 (All In Pricing)\n\nHeroes for Ghosts is a premier Pink Floyd tribute band renowned for their captivating performances and meticulous attention to detail. With a deep reverence for Pink Floyd’s timeless music\, the band creates an immersive experience that transports audiences through the iconic sounds\, visuals\, and atmosphere of the original legends. \nThese talented musicians masterfully recreate Pink Floyd’s signature style\, blending rich instrumentation\, evocative vocals\, and mesmerizing light shows. From the sprawling soundscapes of “Wish You Were Here” to the anthemic brilliance of “The Wall\,” Heroes for Ghosts delivers an unforgettable journey through Pink Floyd’s legendary catalog. \nHeroes for Ghosts doesn’t just perform Pink Floyd’s music; they honor its legacy\, creating a show that resonates with both lifelong fans and new listeners. What sets this band apart from other Pink Floyd tribute acts is their unique ability to bring together the raw energy of a club band with the polish and professionalism of a theater stage act\, creating an experience that has classic rock fans coming back over and over! \nTake a trip to “The Dark Side of the Moon” with Heroes for Ghosts – tickets are on sale now! \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/heroes-for-ghosts/
LOCATION:UCPAC Main Stage\, 1601 Irving St\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival of the Moon,moon
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