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, stand-up comedy, 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.
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Upcoming Shows
Events
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CAN YOU FEEL IT – PRESENTED BY DANCE, DANCE, DANCE LTD.
UCPAC Main Stage 1601 Irving St, Rahway, NJ, United StatesCan You Feel It – a dance party is coming to UCPAC’s Main Stage, and we want YOU there!
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SOUL XPRESSIION PRESENTS EXPRESS YOURSELF: NO LIMITS!
Hamilton Stage 360 Hamilton St., Rahway, NJ, United StatesCome celebrate Soul Xpressiion’s students as they showcase their dance and musical selections. This year’s “Express Yourself” Annual Production will inspire audiences and dancers to believe in anything with “No Limits!”
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MDC ANIMATION STUDIOS
UCPAC Main Stage 1601 Irving St, Rahway, NJ, United StatesMetuchen Dance Centre Proudly presents… MDC ANIMATION STUDIOS: Where Imagination Dances to Life! Inspired by the artists who dream, draw, and design the stories we love; our dancers will transform favorite animated moments into a colorful celebration of movement and storytelling!
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EDDIE B – IF THESE CLASSROOM WALLS COULD TALK TOUR
UCPAC Main Stage 1601 Irving St, Rahway, NJ, United StatesBy popular demand, America’s favorite teacher comedian Eddie B returns to UCPAC’s Main Stage! His last shows at our theater were sell outs, so don’t wait – get your tickets today and get ready to celebrate the end of the school year with Eddie B’s “If These Classroom Walls Could Talk” tour!
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TEEN MUSICAL THEATER CONSERVATORY CAMP – UNLIMITED (AGES 13-17)
Hamilton Stage 360 Hamilton St., Rahway, NJ, United StatesT.A.P. and UCPAC present Teen Musical Theater Conservatory for theater-loving teens ages 13-17 this summer at Hamilton Stage!
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YOUTH MUSICAL THEATER CONSERVATORY – UNLIMITED (AGES 8-12)
Hamilton Stage 360 Hamilton St., Rahway, NJ, United StatesT.A.P. and UCPAC present Teen Musical Theater Conservatory for theater-loving youth ages 8-12 this summer at Hamilton Stage!
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QUARTER FINAL MATCH WATCH PARTY
UCPAC Main Stage 1601 Irving St, Rahway, NJ, United StatesMayor Raymond A. Giacobbe and the Rahway City Council in partnership with UCPAC, present the free Quarter Final Match Watch Party on the UCPAC Main Stage’s big screen!
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DISNEY’S LILO & STITCH – A SENSORY FRIENDLY MOVIE EXPERIENCE
Hamilton Stage 360 Hamilton St., Rahway, NJ, United StatesUCPAC’s Sensory Friendly Theatre movie screening of “Lilo & Stitch” is a digital presentation specially adapted for children and adults with autism and other sensory sensitivities.
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SUMMER CONSERVATORY CAMP – PIT PERFECT (AGES 12-18)
Hamilton Stage 360 Hamilton St., Rahway, NJ, United StatesT.A.P. and UCPAC present Summer Conservatory Camp – Pit Perfect for young musicians ages 12-18 this summer at Hamilton Stage!
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CAU COMMUNITY PLAYERS PRESENT SEUSSICAL JR.
UCPAC Main Stage 1601 Irving St, Rahway, NJ, United StatesJoin us for the CAU Community Players’ 15th Anniversary show, “Seussical Jr.,” a vibrant, family-friendly musical that brings the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss to life on stage.
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THE DARK CRYSTAL AND LABYRINTH 35MM DOUBLE FEATURE
UCPAC Main Stage 1601 Irving St, Rahway, NJ, United StatesJoin us for an afternoon of fantastic fantasy/adventure films from Jim Henson in 35mm: “The Dark Crystal” and “Labyrinth” (starring David Bowie). Rated PG
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DANCE CAMP – AUGUST 3-7
Hamilton Stage 360 Hamilton St., Rahway, NJ, United StatesJoin us for UCPAC Kaleidoscope Kids Camp Dance Week 8/3-8/7 and check out our other fun summer day camps for kids ages 7-12!
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MI GENTE LIVE LATIN POP SHOW – MAYOR’S CONCERT SERIES
UCPAC Main Stage 1601 Irving St, Rahway, NJ, United StatesMayor Raymond A. Giacobbe and the Rahway City Council present Mi Gente Live, a Latin Pop Show, outside UCPAC’s Main Stage for a free concert!
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VISUAL ARTS CAMP – AUGUST 10-14
Hamilton Stage 360 Hamilton St., Rahway, NJ, United StatesJoin us for UCPAC Kaleidoscope Kids Camp Visual Arts Week 8/10-8/14 and check out our other fun summer day camps for kids ages 7-12!
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NIKO MOON – MAYOR’S CONCERT SERIES
UCPAC Main Stage 1601 Irving St, Rahway, NJ, United StatesMayor Raymond A. Giacobbe and the Rahway City Council present high energy country artist Niko Moon outside UCPAC’s Main Stage for a free concert!
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PETFLIX – THE SECRET LIFE OF PETS – FREE OUTDOOR MOVIE
Hamilton Stage 360 Hamilton St., Rahway, NJ, United StatesBring a chair and your pet for free pet-friendly outdoor movie with pet vendors & food trucks, and a digital presentation of The Secret Life of Pets.
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LATIN PERCUSSION CAMP – AUGUST 17-21
Hamilton Stage 360 Hamilton St., Rahway, NJ, United StatesJoin us for UCPAC Kaleidoscope Kids Camp Latin Percussion Week 8/17-8/21 and check out our other great summer day camps for kids ages 7-12!
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DJ DREWSKI – MAYOR’S CONCERT SERIES
UCPAC Main Stage 1601 Irving St, Rahway, NJ, United StatesMayor Raymond A. Giacobbe and the Rahway City Council present a free live Hip Hop party with DJ Drewski!
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PHOTOGRAPHY CAMP – AUGUST 24-28
Hamilton Stage 360 Hamilton St., Rahway, NJ, United StatesJoin us for UCPAC Kaleidoscope Kids Camp Photography Week 8/24-8/28 and check out our other fun summer day camps for kids ages 7-12!
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ALL-4-ONE – MAYOR’S CONCERT SERIES
UCPAC Main Stage 1601 Irving St, Rahway, NJ, United StatesMayor Raymond A. Giacobbe and the Rahway City Council present Grammy award winning R&B and pop group All-4-One in a free concert!
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TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES IN 35MM
UCPAC Main Stage 1601 Irving St, Rahway, NJ, United StatesRaised in the sewers of New York, bathed in radioactive ooze, and trained in the art of ninjutsu by their rat sensei Splinter, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles – Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello, and Raphael – are heroes in a half shell! Don’t miss this totally tubular adventure in 35mm!
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MOANA SING-ALONG – POPCORN & PAJAMAS
Hamilton Stage 360 Hamilton St., Rahway, NJ, United StatesCome 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!
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SHOSHANA BEAN ONLY SMOKE TOUR
UCPAC Main Stage 1601 Irving St, Rahway, NJ, United StatesOne night only! Grammy award winner and Tony award nominee Shoshana Bean (The Lost Boys, Hell’s Kitchen, Wicked, Waitress) in concert in Rahway, NJ! Get tickets today!
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I’M NOT A COMEDIAN…I’M LENNY BRUCE
UCPAC Main Stage 1601 Irving St, Rahway, NJ, United States“I’m Not a Comedian…I’m Lenny Bruce” is a play depicting the life and battles of the most groundbreaking and impactful comedian of all time, Lenny Bruce, written by and starring Ronnie Marmo and directed by Tony Award winning stage actor, film and television star, Joe Mantegna.
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ILLUMINATION – A HAUNTED CONCERT BY CANDLELIGHT FEATURING IAN FRASER & THE BIGGEST LITTLE WURLITZER ORGAN
UCPAC Main Stage 1601 Irving St, Rahway, NJ, United StatesIllumination – A Haunted Concert by Candlelight: Renowned organist Ian Fraser plays spooky songs on UCPAC’s Biggest Little Wurlitzer! Halloween fun for all!
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SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS – UNITED EUROPEAN BALLET COMPANY
UCPAC Main Stage 1601 Irving St, Rahway, NJ, United StatesClassical Arts Entertainment presents Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, a stunning Broadway-style ballet production performed by the United European Ballet Company.
This enchanting show brings one of the world’s most beloved fairy tales to life with beautiful choreography, expressive storytelling, hand-painted scenic designs, and bright, detailed costumes created by European designers. -
COCO – POPCORN & PAJAMAS
Hamilton Stage 360 Hamilton St., Rahway, NJ, United StatesBursting 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.
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BRIAN MCKNIGHT IN CONCERT
UCPAC Main Stage 1601 Irving St, Rahway, NJ, United StatesAs one of the most consistent and enduring R&B artists today, UCPAC is excited to welcome back Brian McKnight to the Main Stage on Saturday, October 17th!
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STEPHEN KING 35MM DOUBLE FEATURE – CARRIE AND PET SEMATARY
UCPAC Main Stage 1601 Irving St, Rahway, NJ, United StatesJoin us in October for a terrifyingly great Stephen King 35mm double feature: “Carrie” and “Pet Semetary.”
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THE KARATE KID IN 35MM
UCPAC Main Stage 1601 Irving St, Rahway, NJ, United StatesTravel back to the 80s with one of the decade’s best-loved films, “The Karate Kid” in 35mm! Snap a selfie at our dojo-themed photo op before the film, and enjoy cocktails, candy, popcorn, and more.
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KUNG FU PANDA – POPCORN & PAJAMAS
Hamilton Stage 360 Hamilton St., Rahway, NJ, United States“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.
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SANTA’S CIRCUS
UCPAC Main Stage 1601 Irving St, Rahway, NJ, United StatesMake the holidays merry and magical! Bring your family and friends to see “Santa’s Circus,” a brand-new spectacular Christmas themed circus production. From breathtaking stunts to amazing skills, you’ll enjoy magic and illusions, comedy, and holiday surprises in a night of family fun for all ages!
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EMMET OTTER’S JUG-BAND CHRISTMAS – POPCORN & PAJAMAS
Hamilton Stage 360 Hamilton St., Rahway, NJ, United StatesGet into the holiday spirit with “Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas!” Whether your an adult who watched it when it first aired on television back in 1977 or a child seeing it for the very first time, this gentle and heartwarming Jim Henson special is bound to be a holiday favorite.
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THE POLAR EXPRESS IN 35MM
UCPAC Main Stage 1601 Irving St, Rahway, NJ, United StatesBy popular demand, “The Polar Express” in 35mm stops at UCPAC’s Main Stage this Christmas Eve Eve. All aboard!
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SWAN LAKE BY INTERNATIONAL BALLET STARS
UCPAC Main Stage 1601 Irving St, Rahway, NJ, United StatesSwan Lake by International Ballet Stars returns to Rahway! Don’t miss this stunning Broadway-caliber production of Tchaikovsky’s beloved ballet!
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 UCPAC or for you to join us for the very first time!
Please be aware that by entering our venues, you consent to your voice, name, and/or likeness being used, without compensation, in photographs, films, and tapes for exploitation in any and all media, whether now known or hereafter devised, in perpetuity, and you release Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC), its successors, assigns and licensees from any liability whatsoever of any nature. Please do not enter if you do not wish to subject be subject to the foregoing or speak to a UCPAC staff member if you have any concerns about this policy.
The views and opinions expressed during our performances and rentals are solely those of the participants and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC), its staff, or its Board of Directors. We aim to provide a diverse range of programming that fosters creativity, dialogue, and cultural exchange.