New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark
1 Center Street , Newark, New Jersey 07102
NJPAC in Newark really does have it all—a warm, inviting atmosphere, convenient on-site dining and parking options, spacious lobby areas and superb acoustics for orchestral concerts.
For tickets to NJPAC events not involving the NJSO, call 1.888.466.5722.
For the NJPAC administrative offices, call 973.642.8989.
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Covid Safety Protocols
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Patrons attending performances are currently required to either show proof of Covid-19 vaccination via a vaccine card or through an app such as the Docket App OR present a negative COVID-19 PCR test taken within 2–3 days of the performance date.
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Directions
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Via New Jersey Turnpike
Take the NJ Turnpike to Exit 15W for Rt. 280 W. Follow Rt. 280 to Exit 15A (Rt. 21/Newark). Take McCarter Hwy (Rt. 21) south one half mile and make a right onto Center St. Follow signs for NJPAC parking.Via Garden State Parkway (North or South)
Take GSP to Exit 145. Exit onto Rt. 280 E to Exit 15. Follow above directions.Via Rt. 80 and Rt. 280 (From Northwest)
Take Rt. 80 E to Rt. 280 E. Follow above directions.Via Rt. 78
From Rt. 78 E take Exit 57 and follow signs for Rt. 21 N. Continue on Rt. 21 (McCarter Hwy), and turn left onto Center St. Follow signs for NJPAC Parking. -
Parking
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Parking is available in two secure surface lots and Military Park Garage.
Save time and money with NJPAC Advance Discount Parking Vouchers! They entitle you to park in NJPAC Lots A, C or Military Park Garage, as space permits. Each voucher is valid for a single performance.
- Discount Parking Vouchers for the 2021–22 season are $19 each and can be purchased in advance by calling 1.800.ALLEGRO (255.3476). The 2021–22 season vouchers must be used by June 30, 2022.
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Public Transportation
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Take the Newark Light Rail directly to NJPAC! The Newark Light Rail connects to Broad Street and Newark Penn stations with a direct line to NJPAC. In 10 minutes or less, modern, safe, clean light rail cars will leave you just steps away from hearing the NJSO. The one way fare is $1.60. Learn more about this service.
For information about New Jersey Transit’s rail and bus lines from Manhattan and stations throughout New Jersey, visit www.njtransit.com.
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Accessibility
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For information on venue accessibility, visit the venue’s website or call NJPAC’s Box Office at 1.888.466.5722. If your venue accessibility question is not answered through the venue, the NJSO would be happy to assist. Call NJSO Patron Services at 1.800.ALLEGRO (255.3476).
Additional information on accessibility at NJSO concerts.
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Dining & Drink
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NICO Kitchen + Bar
NICO Kitchen + Bar, the “Italian without Borders” restaurant concept from celebrated New Jersey chef Ryan DePersio of Fascino & Bar Cara fame, located in Newark at NJPAC. Known for its power lunch weekdays, sophisticated happy hour and contemporary dinner offerings, it also provides a delicious prelude to guests attending performances by offering a value-priced prix fixe menu. Open weekends in conjunction with specific performances. Reservations are recommended.
One Center St., 973.642.1226- 10% off when you show your NJSO Subscriber ID Card.
Tier 3 Café
The New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) in Newark has added a new dining option for performance days—the Tier 3 Café, which is open two hours prior to most NJSO concerts. This Italian-inspired buffet includes a variety of fresh salads and inventive antipasti, delectable pasta dishes, sinful desserts and your choice of non-alcoholic beverage—all for $24 per person, plus tax and gratuity. (Cash bar is also available.) Tier 3 Café is conveniently located in NJPAC’s Ryan Gallery on the Third Tier. Reservations are recommended.
One Center St., 973.297.5124.- 10% off when you show your NJSO Subscriber ID Card.
Maize
Eclectic menu featuring contemporary American cuisine.
50 Park Place, in the Robert Treat Hotel, 973.733.2202- 10% off food portion of bill. Must show your NJSO Subscriber ID Card to receive discount.
Other nearby options
Nizi Sushi
28 Central Ave, Newark, NJ 07102
Whole Foods Supermarket cold and hot buffet with a seating area.
633 Broad St, Newark, NJ 07102 (across the street from Military Park Garage)
Starbucks
Broad Street, Newark, NJ 07102 (across the street from Military Park)
To see all restaurants in Downtown Newark, visit Yelp.
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Seating Chart
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NJPAC seating charts
Classical Seating in Prudential Hall for Friday, Saturday and Sunday concerts
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Classical Seating in Prudential Hall for Thursday concerts
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Family seating in Victoria Theater
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Upcoming Events
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™ Part 1 in Concert
Special Concert—See it on the big screen as the NJSO plays the score live.
The end begins. Harry, Ron and Hermione go hunting for Horcruxes in part one of the epic finale Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™ Part 1 in Concert. Relive every harrowing moment as Harry and his friends rush to face Voldemort for the last time, with the full film accompanied by the NJSO in an experience you’ll never forget.
Daniil Trifonov Plays Brahms
2021–22 Season
XIAN ZHANG conductor
DANIIL TRIFONOV piano
- JESSIE MONTGOMERY Starburst (Tong Chen, conductor)
- BRAHMS Piano Concerto No. 1
- SMETANA “The Moldau,” “Šárka” and “Blaník” from Má vlast
Daniil Trifonov Plays Brahms
2021–22 Season
XIAN ZHANG conductor
DANIIL TRIFONOV piano
- JESSIE MONTGOMERY Starburst (Tong Chen, conductor)
- BRAHMS Piano Concerto No. 1
- SMETANA “The Moldau,” “Šárka” and “Blaník” from Má vlast
Daniil Trifonov Plays Brahms
2021–22 Season
XIAN ZHANG conductor
DANIIL TRIFONOV piano
- JESSIE MONTGOMERY Starburst (Tong Chen, conductor)
- BRAHMS Piano Concerto No. 1
- SMETANA “The Moldau,” “Šárka” and “Blaník” from Má vlast
Grieg’s Piano Concerto
2021–22 Season
ANDREY BOREYKO conductor
VLADIMIR FELTSMAN piano
- THOMAS ADÈS Shanty – Over the Sea (US Premiere, NJSO Co-Commission)
- GRIEG Piano Concerto
- STRAVINSKY Petrushka (1947)
Xian Zhang Conducts Marsalis & Dvořák
2021–22 Season
XIAN ZHANG conductor
- WYNTON MARSALIS Fanfare (World Premiere, NJSO Co-Commission)
- JOAN TOWER Fanfare for the Uncommon Woman No. 1
- DVOŘÁK Serenade for Wind Instruments
- DVOŘÁK Carnival Overture
- COPLAND Lincoln Portrait
2022 Lunar New Year Celebration
2021–22 Season
Celebrate the Year of the Tiger as the NJSO continues a tradition that welcomes all audiences for a festive evening of community and cultural exchange.
Casablanca in Concert
NJSO at the Movies
CONSTANTINE KITSOPOULOS conductor
NEW JERSEY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
"Of all the gin joints, in all the towns, in all the world, she walks into mine." Walk into ours and see Casablanca on the big screen, with live orchestral accompaniment. Cozy up with a loved one as you savor the beautiful visuals, relive the story of Rick and Ilsa's love and experience this classic film.
Karen Gomyo Plays Mozart
2021–22 Season
FABIEN GABEL conductor
KAREN GOMYO violin
- SAMY MOUSSA Nocturne
- MOZART Violin Concerto No. 3
- SAINT-SAËNS Symphony No. 3, “Organ”
Tchaikovsky’s ‘Pathétique’
2021–22 Season
JOSÉ LUIS DOMÍNGUEZ conductor
ERIC WYRICK violin
JUAN PABLO JOFRE bandoneon
- FARRENC Overture in E Minor
- JUAN PABLO JOFRE Double Concerto for Violin and Bandoneon
- TCHAIKOVSKY Symphony No. 6, “Pathétique”
Ravel’s Boléro
2021–22 Season
XIAN ZHANG conductor
BART FELLER flute
JONATHAN SPITZ cello
- RAVEL Suite from Ma mère l’Oye
- NIELSEN Flute Concerto
- SAINT-SAËNS Cello Concerto No. 1
- RAVEL Boléro
Trifonov Is Back!
2021–22 Season
XIAN ZHANG conductor
DANIIL TRIFONOV piano
- TCHAIKOVSKY Capriccio italien
- MASON BATES Piano Concerto
- TCHAIKOVSKY Romeo and Juliet Fantasy-Overture
- TCHAIKOVSKY Suite from Swan Lake
Trifonov Is Back!
2021–22 Season
XIAN ZHANG conductor
DANIIL TRIFONOV piano
- TCHAIKOVSKY Capriccio italien
- MASON BATES Piano Concerto
- TCHAIKOVSKY Romeo and Juliet Fantasy-Overture
- TCHAIKOVSKY Suite from Swan Lake
Beethoven’s Piano Concertos Nos. 1 & 5
2021–22 Season
XIAN ZHANG conductor
LOUIS LORTIE piano
- BEETHOVEN Piano Concerto No. 1
- BEETHOVEN Piano Concerto No. 5, “Emperor”
Beethoven’s Piano Concertos Nos. 2, 3 & 4
2021–22 Season
XIAN ZHANG conductor
LOUIS LORTIE piano
- BEETHOVEN Piano Concerto No. 2
- BEETHOVEN Piano Concerto No. 3
- BEETHOVEN Piano Concerto No. 4
Zhang Conducts Mozart’s ‘Jupiter’
2021–22 Season
XIAN ZHANG conductor
ROBERT WAGNER bassoon
- NOKUTHULA NGWENYAMA Primal Message
- MOZART Symphony No. 41, “Jupiter”
- ROUSE Bassoon Concerto (East Coast Premiere, NJSO Co-Commission)
- ROSSINI Overture to Guillaume Tell
Zhang Conducts Mozart’s ‘Jupiter’
2021–22 Season
XIAN ZHANG conductor
ROBERT WAGNER bassoon
- NOKUTHULA NGWENYAMA Primal Message
- MOZART Symphony No. 41, “Jupiter”
- ROUSE Bassoon Concerto (East Coast Premiere, NJSO Co-Commission)
- ROSSINI Overture to Guillaume Tell
Conrad Tao Plays Tchaikovsky
2021–22 Season
JADER BIGNAMINI conductor
CONRAD TAO piano
- CONRAD TAO Spoonfuls for Piano and Orchestra (East Coast Premiere)
- SHOSTAKOVICH Symphony No. 9
- TCHAIKOVSKY Piano Concerto No. 1
Conrad Tao Plays Tchaikovsky
2021–22 Season
JADER BIGNAMINI conductor
CONRAD TAO piano
- CONRAD TAO Spoonfuls for Piano and Orchestra (East Coast Premiere)
- SHOSTAKOVICH Symphony No. 9
- TCHAIKOVSKY Piano Concerto No. 1
Star Wars: A New Hope in Concert
NJSO at the Movies
Luke Skywalker begins a journey that will change the galaxy, as he leaves his home planet, battles the evil Empire and learns the ways of the Force. Don’t miss Star Wars: A New Hope in concert, with the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra performing John Williams’ Oscar-winning score live to the complete film.
CONSTANTINE KITSOPOULOS conductor
NEW JERSEY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Mozart & Mendelssohn
2021–22 Season
XIAN ZHANG conductor
BRENNAN SWEET violin
ELZBIETA WEYMAN viola
KATHLEEN NESTER piccolo
- ROSSINI Overture to L’italiana in Algeri
- MOZART Sinfonia Concertante for Violin and Viola
- VIVALDI Piccolo Concerto in C Major
- MENDELSSOHN Symphony No. 4, “Italian”
Season Finale:
An American Rhapsody
2021–22 Season
XIAN ZHANG conductor
CHRIS KOMER horn
AARON DWORKIN narrator
- DANIEL BERNARD ROUMAIN New Work (World Premiere, NJSO Commission)
- VARIOUS Jazz French Horn Concerto (World Premiere, NJSO Commission) Movements by VIVIAN LI, GARY MORGAN, CHRISTIAN MCBRIDE, PAQUITO D’RIVERA
- AARON DWORKIN/COLERIDGE-TAYLOR The American Rhapsody
- GERSHWIN An American in Paris