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 New Jersey Symphony, call 1.888.466.5722.
For the NJPAC administrative offices, call 973.642.8989.

Covid Safety Protocols

Patrons attending performances are required to abide by the safety protocols of the venue. Please visit the venue's website prior to attending your performance for the latest safety protocol information.

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Directions

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

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 2022–23 season are $19 each and can be purchased in advance by calling 1.800.ALLEGRO (255.3476). The 2022–23 season vouchers must be used by June 30, 2022.

Public Transportation

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.

Accessibility

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 New Jersey Symphony Orchestra would be happy to assist. Call New Jersey Symphony Orchestra Patron Services at 1.800.ALLEGRO (255.3476).

Additional information on accessibility at New Jersey Symphony Orchestra concerts.

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.

To see all restaurants in Downtown Newark, visit Yelp.

Seating Chart

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

More Info for Neeme Järvi Conducts Tchaikovsky
Mar 25, 2023 - 8:00pm

Neeme Järvi Conducts Tchaikovsky

New Jersey Symphony Classical

Neeme Järvi conductor 
New Jersey Symphony

Performed in Newark
More Info for Neeme Järvi Conducts Tchaikovsky
Mar 26, 2023 - 3:00pm

Neeme Järvi Conducts Tchaikovsky

New Jersey Symphony Classical

Neeme Järvi conductor 
New Jersey Symphony

Performed in Newark
More Info for Fauré’s Requiem
Mar 30, 2023 - 1:30pm

Fauré’s Requiem

New Jersey Symphony Classical

Eric Jacobsen conductor
Tiffany Townsend soprano
Reginald Smith Jr. baritone
Montclair State University Chorale | Heather J. Buchanan, director
New Jersey Symphony

Performed in Newark and New Brunswick
More Info for Fauré’s Requiem
Mar 31, 2023 - 8:00pm

Fauré’s Requiem

New Jersey Symphony Classical

Eric Jacobsen conductor
Tiffany Townsend soprano
Reginald Smith Jr. baritone
Montclair State University Chorale | Heather J. Buchanan, director
New Jersey Symphony

Performed in Newark and New Brunswick
More Info for Steven Mackey & Mozart
Apr 22, 2023 - 8:00pm

Steven Mackey & Mozart

New Jersey Symphony Classical

Xian Zhang conductor
Meigui Zhang soprano
Jennifer Johnson Cano mezzo-soprano
Alicia Olatuja mezzo-soprano
Sean Panikkar tenor
Nathan Berg bass-baritone
Steven Mackey electric guitar
Princeton University Glee Club | Gabriel Crouch, director
New Jersey Symphony

Performed in Princeton, Newark and New Brunswick
More Info for Symphonie fantastique
Apr 27, 2023 - 1:30pm

Symphonie fantastique

New Jersey Symphony Classical

Gemma New conductor
George Li piano
New Jersey Symphony

Performed in Newark, Red Bank and Morristown
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More Info for Hooray for Bollywood!
May 13, 2023 - 2:00pm

Hooray for Bollywood!

New Jersey Symphony Family Concert

Vinay Parameswaran conductor
Kulture Kool co-curators
Archana Athalye host
Indrajit Roy-Chowdhury sitar
New Jersey Symphony

Take a musical journey inspired by Bollywood, the Indian Hindi-language film industry. Hear captivating stories of Bollywood’s meteoric rise to international fame and dance along with special guests to signature music, moves and lyrics of this thrilling genre.

Performed in Newark
More Info for Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back in Concert
May 20, 2023 - 8:00pm

Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back in Concert

New Jersey Symphony at the Movies

Constantine Kitsopoulos conductor
New Jersey Symphony

Coming to New Jersey from a galaxy far, far away—experience Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back like never before as your New Jersey Symphony performs John Williams’ Oscar-winning score live to the entire film. “You must feel the Force around you ...”

Performed in Morristown, Red Bank, Newark and New Brunswick
More Info for Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto
June 1, 2023 - 1:30pm

Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto

New Jersey Symphony Classical

Xian Zhang conductor
Randall Goosby violin
New Jersey Symphony

Performed in Newark, Princeton and New Brunswick
More Info for Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto
June 3, 2023 - 8:00pm

Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto

New Jersey Symphony Classical

Xian Zhang conductor
Randall Goosby violin
New Jersey Symphony

Performed in Newark, Princeton and New Brunswick
More Info for Season Finale with Joshua Bell
June 9, 2023 - 8:00pm

Season Finale with Joshua Bell

New Jersey Symphony Classical

Xian Zhang conductor
Joshua Bell violin
Becky Bass vocalist
New Jersey Symphony

Performed in Newark and Red Bank
More Info for New Century Gala & Auction
June 11, 2023 - 1:30pm

New Century
Gala & Auction

Gala Reception, Concert and Dinner

Ring in the next 100 years with the New Jersey Symphony as we present the culminating event of our centennial season and launch of our next century — the New Century Gala. Join an array of cultural, social, business and civic leaders for an unforgettable celebration with fine dining and entertainment.

Presented in Newark
More Info for Season Finale with Joshua Bell
June 11, 2023 - 3:00pm

Season Finale with Joshua Bell

New Jersey Symphony Classical

Xian Zhang conductor
Joshua Bell violin
Becky Bass vocalist
New Jersey Symphony

Performed in Newark and Red Bank
More Info for Ellington & Dvořák: New Worlds
Oct 14, 2023 - 8:00pm

Ellington & Dvořák: New Worlds

Opening Weekend! New Jersey Symphony Classical

Robert Spano conductor 
Aaron Diehl piano
Aaron Diehl Trio
New Jersey Symphony

Performed in Newark and New Brunswick
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More Info for Schumann’s Cello Concerto
Oct 19, 2023 - 1:30pm

Schumann’s Cello Concerto

New Jersey Symphony Classical

Joseph Young conductor 
Sterling Elliott cello
New Jersey Symphony

Performed in Newark, Princeton and Red Bank
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More Info for Schumann’s Cello Concerto
Oct 22, 2023 - 3:00pm

Schumann’s Cello Concerto

New Jersey Symphony Classical

Joseph Young conductor 
Sterling Elliott cello
New Jersey Symphony

Performed in Newark, Princeton and Red Bank
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More Info for Jurassic Park in Concert
Oct 28, 2023 - 8:00pm

Jurassic Park in Concert

New Jersey Symphony at the Movies

Constantine Kitsopoulos conductor
New Jersey Symphony

This action-packed adventure pits man against prehistoric predators in the ultimate battle for survival. Featuring visually stunning imagery and groundbreaking special effects, this epic film is sheer movie magic 65 million years in the making.

Welcome … to Jurassic Park!

Performed in Red Bank, Newark and New Brunswick
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More Info for Ruth Reinhardt Conducts Bartók & Mendelssohn
Nov 9, 2023 - 1:30pm

Ruth Reinhardt Conducts Bartók & Mendelssohn

New Jersey Symphony Classical

Ruth Reinhardt conductor
Time For Three 
 Ranaan Meyer double bass | Nick Kendall violin | Charles Yang violin
New Jersey Symphony

Performed in Newark and Morristown
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More Info for Ruth Reinhardt Conducts Bartók & Mendelssohn
Nov 10, 2023 - 8:00pm

Ruth Reinhardt Conducts Bartók & Mendelssohn

New Jersey Symphony Classical

Ruth Reinhardt conductor
Time For Three 
 Ranaan Meyer double bass | Nick Kendall violin | Charles Yang violin
New Jersey Symphony

Performed in Newark and Morristown
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More Info for Joshua Bell Leads the New Jersey Symphony
Nov 30, 2023 - 1:30pm

Joshua Bell Leads the New Jersey Symphony

New Jersey Symphony Classical

Joshua Bell conductor and violin 
New Jersey Symphony

Performed in Newark and New Brunswick
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More Info for Joshua Bell Leads the New Jersey Symphony
Dec 1, 2023 - 8:00pm

Joshua Bell Leads the New Jersey Symphony

New Jersey Symphony Classical

Joshua Bell conductor and violin 
New Jersey Symphony

Performed in Newark and New Brunswick
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More Info for A Gospel Holiday
Dec 9, 2023 - 2:00pm

A Gospel Holiday

New Jersey Symphony Family Concert: Fun for All Ages

New Jersey Symphony Gospel Chorus
New Jersey Symphony

Spotlighting celebrated artists from Newark and beyond, the New Jersey Symphony lauds the power of the first instrument—the human voice—with a gospel music-inspired holiday extravaganza. Come ready to sing, dance and clap along! 

Performed in Newark
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More Info for A Gospel Holiday
Dec 9, 2023 - 3:30pm

A Gospel Holiday

New Jersey Symphony Family Concert: Fun for All Ages

New Jersey Symphony Gospel Chorus
New Jersey Symphony

Spotlighting celebrated artists from Newark and beyond, the New Jersey Symphony lauds the power of the first instrument—the human voice—with a gospel music-inspired holiday extravaganza. Come ready to sing, dance and clap along! 

Performed in Newark
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More Info for Beethoven’s Violin Concerto with Augustin Hadelich
Jan 14, 2024 - 3:00pm

Beethoven’s Violin Concerto with Augustin Hadelich

New Jersey Symphony Classical

Xian Zhang conductor
Augustin Hadelich violin
New Jersey Symphony

Performed in Princeton, Red Bank and Newark
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More Info for The American Dream
Jan 20, 2024 - 8:00pm

The American Dream

New Jersey Symphony Classical

Xian Zhang conductor
Rob Kapilow conductor
JCC Young People’s Chorus @ Thurnauer 
Young People’s Chorus of New York City® 
New Jersey Symphony

Performed in Newark and Morristown
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More Info for 2024 Lunar New Year Celebration
Feb 3, 2024 - 7:30pm

2024 Lunar New Year Celebration

Celebration of the Year of the Dragon

Yue Bao conductor
Tony Siqi Yun piano
New Jersey Symphony

Join us for this evening of community and cultural exchange that is wonderful for families and children as we celebrate the Year of the Dragon. 

Music Director Xian Zhang ignited the first Lunar New Year Celebration six years ago, and this festive tradition continues with conductor Yue Bao and pianist Tony Siqi Yun.

Performed in Newark
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More Info for Respect: A Tribute to Aretha Franklin
Feb 17, 2024 - 8:00pm

Respect: A Tribute to Aretha Franklin

New Jersey Symphony Special Concert

Capathia Jenkins vocalist
Ryan Shaw vocalist
New Jersey Symphony

A tribute to the Queen of Soul, this program features symphony favorite Capathia Jenkins and three-time Grammy Award-nominee Ryan Shaw performing such iconic hits as "Respect," "Think," "A Natural Woman," "Chain of Fools," "Amazing Grace," and many others.

Performed in Red Bank, Newark and New Brunswick
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More Info for Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons
Feb 22, 2024 - 1:30pm

Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons

New Jersey Symphony Classical

Xian Zhang conductor
Robert Ingliss oboe
Eric Wyrick violin
New Jersey Symphony

Performed in Newark, Red Bank and New Brunswick
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More Info for Xian Conducts Carmina Burana
Mar 1, 2024 - 8:00pm

Xian Conducts
Carmina Burana

New Jersey Symphony Classical

Xian Zhang conductor
Andrew Adelson oboe d’amore
Jana McIntyre soprano
Barry Banks tenor 
Hugh Russell baritone
Montclair State University Chorale | Heather J. Buchanan, director
New Jersey Symphony

Performed in Newark
More Info for Xian Conducts Carmina Burana
Mar 3, 2024 - 3:00pm

Xian Conducts
Carmina Burana

New Jersey Symphony Classical

Xian Zhang conductor
Andrew Adelson oboe d’amore
Jana McIntyre soprano
Barry Banks tenor 
Hugh Russell baritone
Montclair State University Chorale | Heather J. Buchanan, director
New Jersey Symphony

Performed in Newark
More Info for Tchaikovsky’s Fifth Symphony
Mar 14, 2024 - 1:30pm

Tchaikovsky’s Fifth Symphony

New Jersey Symphony Classical

Xian Zhang conductor
Tom Borrow piano
New Jersey Symphony

Performed in Newark, Princeton and Morristown
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More Info for Tchaikovsky’s Fifth Symphony
Mar 16, 2024 - 8:00pm

Tchaikovsky’s Fifth Symphony

New Jersey Symphony Classical

Xian Zhang conductor
Tom Borrow piano
New Jersey Symphony

Performed in Newark, Princeton and Morristown
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More Info for Gil Shaham and Xian Zhang
Mar 22, 2024 - 8:00pm

Gil Shaham and Xian Zhang

New Jersey Symphony Classical

Xian Zhang conductor
Gil Shaham violin 
New Jersey Symphony

Performed in Newark and Red Bank
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More Info for Gil Shaham and Xian Zhang
Mar 24, 2024 - 3:00pm

Gil Shaham and Xian Zhang

New Jersey Symphony Classical

Xian Zhang conductor
Gil Shaham violin 
New Jersey Symphony

Performed in Newark and Red Bank
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More Info for Star Wars: Return of the Jedi in Concert
Apr 7, 2024 - 3:00pm

Star Wars: Return of the Jedi in Concert

New Jersey Symphony at the Movies

New Jersey Symphony

Coming to New Jersey from a galaxy far, far away—experience Star Wars: Return of the Jedi like never before as your New Jersey Symphony performs John Williams’ Oscar-winning score live to the entire film. “You must feel the Force around you...”

Performed in Morristown, Red Bank, New Brunswick and Newark
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More Info for Jennifer Koh and Jun Märkl Return!
May 4, 2024 - 8:00pm

Jennifer Koh and Jun Märkl Return!

New Jersey Symphony Classical

Jun Märkl conductor
Jennifer Koh violin
New Jersey Symphony

Performed in Newark and Morristown
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More Info for Discover Beethoven’s Eroica
May 18, 2024 - 2:00pm

Discover Beethoven’s Eroica

New Jersey Symphony Family Concert: A Music Discovery Zone

New Jersey Symphony

Discover what makes a live orchestra concert so special. We’ll take a deep dive into Beethoven’s “Eroica”–his breakout Third Symphony that broke all the rules and forged a new future for the symphonic form. Inspired by Leonard Bernstein’s masterful way of putting young audiences at the center of music-making, this interactive concert will feature inside tips, listening cues and fun facts that make for the perfect Saturday afternoon family outing!

Performed in Newark
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More Info for Jeremy Denk, Anna Clyne, Beethoven’s “Eroica”
May 18, 2024 - 8:00pm

Jeremy Denk, Anna Clyne, Beethoven’s “Eroica”

New Jersey Symphony Classical

Markus Stenz conductor 
Jeremy Denk piano
New Jersey Symphony

Performed in Princeton and Newark
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More Info for Jeremy Denk, Anna Clyne, Beethoven’s “Eroica”
May 19, 2024 - 3:00pm

Jeremy Denk, Anna Clyne, Beethoven’s “Eroica”

New Jersey Symphony Classical

Markus Stenz conductor 
Jeremy Denk piano
New Jersey Symphony

Performed in Princeton and Newark
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More Info for Montero Performs Montero plus Bizet’s Carmen
May 30, 2024 - 1:30pm

Montero Performs Montero plus Bizet’s Carmen

New Jersey Symphony Classical

Xian Zhang conductor
Gabriela Montero piano
New Jersey Symphony

Performed in Newark, Princeton and New Brunswick
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More Info for Montero Performs Montero plus Bizet’s Carmen
May 31, 2024 - 8:00pm

Montero Performs Montero plus Bizet’s Carmen

New Jersey Symphony Classical

Xian Zhang conductor
Gabriela Montero piano
New Jersey Symphony

Performed in Newark, Princeton and New Brunswick
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More Info for Daniil Trifonov Plays Gershwin
June 9, 2024 - 3:00pm

Daniil Trifonov Plays Gershwin

Season Finale! New Jersey Symphony Classical

Xian Zhang conductor
Daniil Trifonov piano
New Jersey Symphony

Performed in Princeton, Red Bank and Newark
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