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Best Shows in December 2024

Cirque Musica at State Theatre

Cirque Musica

Catch the elegant marvels displayed by the stunning Cirque Musica. Backed full symphony orchestra, expect to hear your favorite holiday hits alongside the breathtaking magic of cirque! This festive season sees Cirque Musica back on the road with their Holiday Spectacular, a concert experience filled to the brim with festive fun and entertainment for all the family to enjoy.

American Repertory Ballet - The Nutcracker at State Theatre

American Repertory Ballet - The Nutcracker

The American Repertory Ballet's production of The Nutcracker is a delightful family evening for audiences young and old, and a wonderful way to ring in Christmas. Going strong for over 50 years since its first season in 1964, this New Jersey holiday tradition features a cast of over 100 performers, as well as fresh new scenery in its opening act. This long-running holiday production has garnered favorable reviews and is one of the most successful companies in the region.

Salute To Vienna at State Theatre

Salute To Vienna

Waltz into the golden era of Viennese music with Salute to Vienna, a celebrated classical concert tour that began with Attila and Marion Glatz's iconic 2013 Wiener Konzerthaus performance. Inspired by the Viennese tradition of the Neujahrzkonzert, the sonic New Year's Eve celebration welcomes in the new year in the most spectacular fashion, bringing together talented singers, orchestra members, and ballroom and ballet dancers.

The Muppet Christmas Carol in Concert at State Theatre

The Muppet Christmas Carol in Concert

So good it's often been named the best film adaptation of Charles Dicken's festive masterpiece ever, no holiday season is complete without a viewing of The Muppet Christmas Carol, and there's no better way to experience it than in this Live to Screen concert edition, played by your local Symphony. Starring Kermit the Frog, Micheal Caine, Gonzo and many more of the iconic Muppet stable, enjoy the classic story, complete with humor, heart, and Miles Goodman and Paul Williams' unforgettable score!

Jeff Dunham at CURE Insurance Arena

Jeff Dunham

One of the most successful comics in the business, Jeff Dunham continues his 'Still Not Cancelled' tour into 2024. He'll, of course, be joined by Achmed, Jose Jalapeno and the rest of his very animated, outrageous friends for an evening of envelope-pushing ventriloquism. Don't miss your chance to catch him live as he heads to a venue near you!

Chevy Chase at State Theatre

Chevy Chase

Iconic comedian Chevy Chase heads across the states for a series of Christmas-themed talks this year as he presents a special screening of National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation. The comedian, actor, and writer started acting in the National Lampoon films during the 1980s whilst also being the host of the popular evening talk show Saturday Night Live from 1978 to 1997.

The Temptations & The Four Tops at State Theatre

The Temptations & The Four Tops

When it comes to Motown legends, it doesn't get any bigger or any better than multi-platinum selling artists The Four Tops & The Temptations! Hitting the stage with their high energy pop and funk from the 70's and 80's, these musical greats perform classic Motown hits from their repertoire. Despite only one founding member in each band still surviving, the two bands more than hold their own against their predecessors and have enjoyed warm welcomes on their world tour.

The Musical Box at State Theatre

The Musical Box

For the first time in their 25 year history, French Canadian purveyors of Genesis and world-beloved tribute band The Musical Box are taking on an unprecedented challenge, covering the band's output from 1974 - 75 with this licensed epically imagined version of The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway, immersing audiences in the band's original show with incredible accuracy and respect.

America at State Theatre

America

Soft rock veterans America are back on the road, bringing their popular brand of vocals and acoustic guitar on their latest national tour. Having been inducted into the Vocal Hall of Fame in 2006, the band also have their own star on Hollywood Boulevard, recognizing them as an important contributor to the musical arts. Their 2006 album Here & Now saw the band collaborate with a new generation of artists including Ryan Adams, Ben Kweller, and Jim James among others.

Vic DiBitetto at Stress Factory Comedy Club

Vic DiBitetto

A stand-up veteran with over three decades of experience under his belt, Vic DiBitetto's career took a major upswing in 2013 thanks to his Youtube video 'Bread and Milk'. A 30-second video created on the spur-of-the-moment, the video showed a panicked DiBitetto rushing out to buy some bread and milk in the face of the Blizzard of 2013 warnings.

Gene and Gilda at George Street Playhouse

Gene and Gilda

Hollywood's greatest love story is taking to the stage once more. A rad tale of wild romance, Cary Gitter's Gene and Gilda is headed to New Brunswick this festive season and will be directed by Off-Broadway regular, Joe Brancato. The play premiered at Brancato's own Penguin Rep Theatre in 2023 where it was so popular that extra performances were added! While we can't promise any chocolate rivers, Gene and Gilda is well worth your time.

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