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Newark delivers a dynamic mix of touring Broadway shows, plays, stand-up comedy, concerts, and family events. From marquee venues like Prudential Center and the New Jersey Performing Arts Center to historic Newark Symphony Hall and intimate stages across the city, there's always something on the calendar. Vivid Seats empowers every fan to discover and get the tickets that turn great nights in Newark into their most vivid memories.
This week for Newark audiences, top comedy acts include John Oliver at the Beacon Theatre (New York) and Bryce Crawford at Town Hall New York. On the theater front, Hamilton runs at the Richard Rodgers Theatre and The Outsiders plays the Jacobs Theatre, while Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is at the Lyric Theatre. Family-friendly Disney On Ice: Frozen and Encanto will be at CURE Insurance Arena in Trenton, giving Newark residents a mix of comedy, musicals and family shows to choose from.
If you are planning a night out in Newark next week, the standout event is Ringling Bros B&B Circus at Prudential Center, a big family-friendly spectacle on the schedule. If your heart is set on traditional theater or comedy, most of those options are in nearby cities, so consider combining a Newark evening with a short trip for more shows.
Finding upcoming theater and comedy events in Newark is simple with Vivid Seats. At the top of this page, you'll find a carousel of popular plays, musicals, and comedy shows in the city. Browse by theater and comedy tickets in Newark under $100, top picks, family-friendly events, venue or date to discover events happening this week and beyond, with real-time ticket availability and seating options.
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