See 'Cats' This March At State Theatre In New Brunswick

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ — The newly renovated State Theatre New Jersey presents the Tony award-winning musical CATS for five performances on Friday, March 18 at 8 p.m.; Saturday, March 19 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. and Sunday, March 20 at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m.

Tickets range from $40-$98.

All parties older than 12 must show proof of being vaccinated, plus your photo ID to enter State Theatre New Jersey.

Composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber and based on T.S. Eliot’s Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats, the record-breaking musical spectacular has captivated audiences in over 30 countries in 15 languages, is back on tour across North America. This tour features new sound design, direction and choreography.

After major renovations, State Theatre New Jersey has reopened and celebrated its 100th anniversary in December 2021 in a fully renovated theater, including newly renovated lobbies, all new restrooms, upgraded HVAC systems, a new elevator for access to all levels and brand-new theater seats. State Theatre New Jersey was originally built as a silent film and vaudeville palace.

The original Broadway production opened in 1982 at Broadway’s Winter Garden Theatre, where it ran for 7,485 performances and 18 years. CATS held the title of longest-running musical in Broadway history until it was surpassed in 2006 by Lloyd Webber’s "The Phantom of the Opera."

For tickets, more information, or group discounts, call State Theatre Guest Services at 732-246-SHOW (7469) or visit online at STNJ.org. State Theatre Guest Services, located at 15 Livingston Avenue in New Brunswick.