UCPAC Events
Concerts, comedy, movies & more!
Events at UCPAC
UCPAC offers an entertaining and diverse program of performing arts events each season. Our beautiful historic Main Stage theatre is the perfect setting for concerts, comedy shows, dance performances, plays, musicals, films, family-friendly children’s shows, and more. We also host more intimate events at our newly renovated 199-seat Hamilton Stage for the Performing Arts. Purchase tickets online or by calling our Box Office at 732-499-8226.
Coming to one of our events? Make a night of it!
Come early for dinner and drinks at one of the many restaurants and bars within walking distance to the theatre! Be sure to check out the City of Rahway’s Dinner and a Show Deals for participating restaurants.
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If you’re in the mood for a drink or snack during the show, our Café Bar is stocked with water, soda, cocktails, beer, wine, candy, chips, and more.
We can’t wait to welcome you back to the ‘PAC or for you to join us for the very first time!
Upcoming Shows
THE JAZZ AMBASSADORS OF THE US ARMY FIELD BAND
UCPAC Main Stage 1601 Irving St, Rahway, NJ, United StatesThe Jazz Ambassadors of the US Army Field Band is the official touring big band of the United States Army. The band’s diverse repertoire includes big band swing, bebop, Latin, contemporary jazz, standards, popular tunes, Dixieland, vocals, and patriotic selections. The band has been featured in joint concerts with Marvin Hamlisch and the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, the San Diego Symphony Orchestra, the Seattle Symphony Pops, the Colorado Pops Orchestra, and the New York Pops at Carnegie Hall. Come enjoy “America’s Big Band” at this free performance!
DEAR EDWINA JR. PRESENTED BY THEATRICAL ARTIST’S PREP
Hamilton Stage 360 Hamilton St., Rahway, NJ, United StatesTheatrical Artist’s Prep presents Dear Edwina Jr., a heartwarming musical about the joys of growing up, from the creators of Junie B. Jones, The Musical. Written in a “show-within-a-show” format, this show is the perfect “girl power” musical for a new generation.
LARRY, THE BIG-TIME BROADWAY PRODUCER – FREE MONDAY NIGHT PLAY READING SERIES
Hamilton Stage 360 Hamilton St., Rahway, NJ, United StatesLarry Greenstein is a young Bostonian who wants to invest in Broadway shows. He attends a backers’ audition and falls so head over heels in love with an actress who’ll be in the play that he pledges $10,000 — money he doesn’t have. How can he possibly get it?
THE SHINING STARS: THE BRITISH INVASION CONCERT
UCPAC Main Stage 1601 Irving St, Rahway, NJ, United StatesThe Shining Stars: The British Invasion Concert is a show full of hits by your favorite British artists, performed by a talented cast of performers with special needs whose energy and passion light up the stage!
THE GOLDEN GALS LIVE!
Hamilton Stage 360 Hamilton St., Rahway, NJ, United StatesDon’t miss Ginger Minj (RuPaul’s Drag Race, RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars) as Blanche, Gidget Galore as Rose, MR MS Adrien as Sophia, and Divine Grace as Dorothy as they take you onto the soundstage for a hilarious taping of The Golden Gals Live! Meet & Greet tickets available!
MAY THE 4TH BE WITH YOU CELEBRATION
UCPAC Main Stage 1601 Irving St, Rahway, NJ, United StatesMay the 4th Be with You Celebration – UCPAC Open House Saturday, May 4 1 PM Join us for our May the 4th Be with You Celebration – an Open […]
SKULLDUGGERY – A MAGICAL PIRATE ADVENTURE SENSORY FRIENDLY SHOW
UCPAC Main Stage 1601 Irving St, Rahway, NJ, United StatesBack by popular demand! Skullduggery – A Magical Pirate Adventure! Illusionist John Bundy and Morgan conjure up a treasure chest of incredible illusions in this family-friendly, sensory-friendly show. The magic happens right before your Ayes!
CANNED GOODS PRESENTED BY AMERICAN THEATER GROUP
Hamilton Stage 360 Hamilton St., Rahway, NJ, United StatesAmerican Theater Group is pleased to present the world premiere of Canned Goods, a provocative new play by Erik Kahn. It brings to life Hitler’s staging of a fake attack on Germany to justify his invasion of Poland in 1939. This tense historical drama tells the story of the human beings forced to play leading roles in a drama they want no part of, and one that launched World War II.
THE DOO WOP PROJECT
UCPAC Main Stage 1601 Irving St, Rahway, NJ, United StatesThe Doo Wop Project, the dynamic, rave-reviewed celebration of a beloved music genre, has a brand new “DOO!” Starring the 5 engaging, charismatic and dashing Broadway stars from smash hits like Jersey Boys, A Bronx Tale, Beautiful, and Motown: The Musical with their all-star band, this exciting new show (with a brand new setlist) features fresh renditions of classic Doo Wop hits, as well as “doo-wopified” versions of contemporary hits!
EDDIE B TEACHERS ONLY COMEDY TOUR ’24
UCPAC Main Stage 1601 Irving St, Rahway, NJ, United StatesBack by popular demand! Comedian Eddie B gives an uncensored, raw, & hysterically realistic portrayal of a teacher’s hectic life, from the point of view of an actual teacher!
SUPER JAM OLDIES MOTHER’S DAY CONCERT
UCPAC Main Stage 1601 Irving St, Rahway, NJ, United StatesSuper Jam Oldies is a Mother’s Day afternoon treat featuring 60 years of R&B, Soul and Gospel. Delight in the sounds of the past from smooth soul to a Disco Inferno! Sing along to the oldies both you and your mom know and love. This rare lineup of musical icons features legendary performances by: Russell Thompkins Jr. and the Stylistics (Betcha by Golly, Wow), The Delfonics (La-La Means I Love You), Harold Melvin’s Blue Notes (If You Don’t Know Me by Now), The Intruders (I’ll Always Love My Mama) and The Trammps Featuring Earl Young (Disco Inferno). Hosted by WBLS’ Bill Lee.
GREASE SING-A-LONG
UCPAC Main Stage 1601 Irving St, Rahway, NJ, United StatesCalling all T-Birds and Pink Ladies! Come see Grease Sing-A-Long, starring John Travolta and Olivia Newton John, in 35mm on our big screen. Sing along with the songs you know and love (“Summer Nights,” “Hopelessly Devoted to You,” “You’re the One that I Want”, and more), and then get ready to rock at a 50’s style sock hop on our stage after the movie!
THE GOONIES IN 35MM
UCPAC Main Stage 1601 Irving St, Rahway, NJ, United States“Hey, you guys!” Join us for a screening of Stephen Spielberg’s ’80s classic The Goonies in 35mm, starring Sean Astin, Josh Brolin, Jeff Cohen, Corey Feldman, Kerri Green, Martha Plimpton, and Ke Huy Quan. Come early to get your group’s treasure map and set out on your adventure inside our theater to find the hidden prize in our treasure hunt!
NORMA: A STAGED OPERA – NJ OPERA THEATER AT UCPAC
UCPAC Main Stage 1601 Irving St, Rahway, NJ, United StatesNorma, by Vincenzo Bellini, is a poignant tale set as a mesmerizing opera that delves into the complexities of love and infidelity. The heart of the story lies in the tangled web of love and betrayal involving Norma, the high priestess, her wayward lover Pollione, and the innocent novice priestess, Adalgisa. Step into the magic of this opera, and be prepared to be swept away by the haunting melodies and emotional crescendos that bring this timeless tale to life.
DIE WALKÜRE
UCPAC Main Stage 1601 Irving St, Rahway, NJ, United StatesDIE WALKÜRE by Wagner Saturday, July 27 5 PM Presented by New Jersey Opera Theater Before there was The Lord of the Rings, there was The Ring Cycle, of which […]
JERRY HARRISON & ADRIAN BELEW: REMAIN IN LIGHT
UCPAC Main Stage 1601 Irving St, Rahway, NJ, United StatesJerry Harrison & Adrian Belew, with their all-star backing band, bring you powerhouse renditions of all your favorite Talking Heads classics like “Once in a Lifetime”, “Psycho Killer”, “Take Me to the River”, and selections from their respective solo careers. Cool Cool Cool will be Jerry and Adrian’s special guest. Jerry Harrison & Adrian Belew: REMAIN IN LIGHT is a must-see performance!
OPERA GEMS – AN EVENING OF OPERA’S MOST TREASURED MASTERPIECES
UCPAC Main Stage 1601 Irving St, Rahway, NJ, United StatesNJ Opera Theater’s Opera Gems concert will be a treasure chest filled with soaring arias, duets, and ensembles by your favorite composers. Selections will include La Donna è Mobile from Rigoletto, The Queen of the Night’s aria from The Magic Flute, Vissi d’arte from Tosca, The Ride of the Valkyries, and much more!