Huge Movie Studio Coming To Newark; 600 Jobs Expected, NJ Gov. Says

A partnership with Lionsgate will bring a gargantuan TV and movie studio to New Jersey’s largest city.

Tito Puente Jr. Will Play ‘Salsa Night’ At Newark Symphony Hall

A special guest will kick off the monthly Salsa Night program at Newark Symphony Hall: Tito Puente Jr.

Audible Theater Announces World Premiere of Jade Anouka's "Heart"

Audible Theater announces the World Premiere of Jade Anouka's HEART - Performances begin July 2022 at the Minetta Lane Theatre

Lincoln Park Music Festival Will Return To Newark In 2022

The Lincoln Park Coast Cultural District released details about its popular annual festival, which returns for its 15th year.

Free Comic Book Day Will Return To Newark Store For 2022

One of the most anticipated annual events in the comic book industry is returning to participating stores across the nation on Saturday.

MTV Bringing Video Music Awards Back To New Jersey For 2022

MTV is returning to Newark for its annual Video Music Awards. New Jersey is “honored,” Gov. Phil Murphy said.

Hip-Hop Legends Wu-Tang Clan, Nas Are Coming To Newark

Wu-Tang Clan and Nas will play a concert at the Prudential Center in New Jersey. Here’s how to buy tickets.

Newark Mayor Launches New Memoir With Audible: Video

Newark-based audio book company, Audible, hosted a launch event for the mayor’s new memoir, “The Book of Baraka.”

Converted Building Gives Newark Artists A Place To Live, Work

Besides providing affordable living space for artists, the Gant-Gilbert Arts Collective will include a café and performance space.

Daddy Yankee Will Stop In Newark For 2022 Retirement Tour

Video: “I’m announcing my retirement from music by giving you my best production and my best concert tour,” the King of Reggaetón said.

George Clinton Makes Triumphant Return To Newark School: Watch

Students got a chance to play some of P-Funk’s greatest hits for the “Godfather of Funk” ahead of his 80th birthday concert in Newark.

Kevin Hart, Chris Rock 2022 Tour Will Come To Newark

Comedy legends Chris Rock and Kevin Hart will stop at the Prudential Center in Newark, which recently updated its COVID admission rules.

Audible Theater Announces Talk-Back Series for 'Coal Country'

​Featuring Jessica Blank, Steve Earle, the cast of Coal Country and more

Arts Nonprofit In Newark Earns NEA Grant, Impact 100 Award

An arts nonprofit in Newark has been doing impressive work in Essex County, and it’s been paying off with a series of grants.

Newark Symphony Hall Event: A Chat With Tina Knowles Lawson

Lawson, a famed designer, philanthropist and co-founder of WACO Theater Center, will partake in a “fireside chat” on Feb. 28.

Artist Rents Billboard In Newark For A Year To Inspire ‘Hope’

Charlie Hewitt said he expects to capture 11 million views with his billboard message: “Hopeful.”

Newark Museum Will Highlight Famed Filipino-American Artist

The highly anticipated exhibit will spotlight 35 “rarely seen” works by Carlos Villa.

"Coal Country" at Audible Theater

Audible Theater Presents The Public Theater Production of COAL COUNTRY at the Cherry Lane Theatre

Here’s Why Newark And ‘K-Pop’ Are Trending Online

A popular boy band from South Korea will put on a concert in Newark, which has some of New Jersey’s toughest coronavirus mandates.

Newark Councilwoman Helps Spearhead Public Art Project

Art shouldn’t just be limited to class trips to the museum, councilwoman LaMonica McIver says.

NJ Native MJ Rodriguez Is First Trans Actress To Win Golden Globe

Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, a theater kid from Newark, earned a milestone Golden Globe Award for her role in “Pose.”

NJ Arts Events Will Celebrate 2022 ‘Day Of Racial Healing’

New Jersey events include art exhibits, theatre, dance, music performances, community workshops, panel discussions and film screenings.

Newark Symphony Hall President & CEO Earns National, State Awards

Taneshia Nash Laird has been showered with accolades for her work creating jobs and economic opportunities in Newark .

Earth, Wind & Fire Postpones NJ Shows, Cites ‘COVID Safety’

The band was scheduled to play two shows in Newark. Their announcement came days after the first omicron case was confirmed in New Jersey.

Winter Village In Newark: Ice Rink, Shopping, ‘Igloo’ Rentals

Newark Social is turning downtown Mulberry Commons and the nearby Ironside Building into a “winter wonderland” this holiday season.

Neil deGrasse Tyson Will Give ‘Interactive Lecture’ In Newark

The beloved astrophysicist will be appearing at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark.

Halle Berry Debuts New Netflix Movie Partly Filmed In Newark

Newark is featured in the highly-anticipated sports drama 'Bruised,' which stars Oscar-winner Halle Berry and marks her directorial debut.

‘The Princess Bride’ Co-Star Coming To Newark For Screening, Q&A

Cary Elwes will be at a screening of the beloved movie. Afterwards, he’ll talk about on-set antics and reveal “never-before-shared secrets.”

GNCVB Debuts New Welcome To Newark Video Celebrating the City

Mayor Baraka featured; video kicks off integrated destination marketing campaign to welcome back visitors.

Gallery Aferro To Honor ‘Newark Legend’ Gladys Barker Grauer

Gallery Aferro in Newark will hold its first in-person art auction since 2019 on Nov. 6.

Watch "America's Big Deal" Live: Company Casting Studio Audience

USA Network television show "America's Big Deal" films in Newark, and Gotham Casting is offering $40 to studio audience members.

Poetry Amid Decay: NJ Photographer Explores Abandoned Railway

Wheeler Antabanez offers a rare glimpse into a strange, post-industrial landscape: the Newark Branch of the Erie Railroad.

NYC Entertainment Company Expanding Into NJ With Newark Show

The Velvet Ropes Group will be celebrating its five-year anniversary with its first live event since the pandemic hit.

Audible Announces Creator List For Newark Artist Collaboration

Local creators will produce public art at Audible’s Newark headquarters and in the surrounding downtown neighborhood.

Film Industry Is Rebounding In New Jersey, Including Newark

Movie producers and filmmakers are expected to spend $500 million in New Jersey this year – including in Newark, officials said.

A ‘Big Deal’ For Newark: New TV Show Will Film At Symphony Hall

“America’s Big Deal” will be broadcasting live from New Jersey's largest Black-led arts and entertainment venue, Newark Symphony Hall.

Celeste Bateman Documentary To Premiere At Newark Arts Festival

“Gone Too Soon” explores the impact of some of Newark’s cultural icons.

Newark Short Film Awards Is Back For 2021 With Free Programs

Filmmakers from five countries will be putting their creativity on display at a short film award ceremony in Newark.

Newark Community Turning ‘Desolate’ Alley Into Art Mural

It’s a gallery without walls, its creators say.

Young Newark Pianists Spotlighted At Concert In Madison

“When you sit down and make music together, we’re all united.”