Experience New Jersey's Newest Theatrical Hub
At The Actors Studio of New Jersey, we celebrate the power of live performance right here in our community. Join us in creating meaningful theatrical experiences and helping the arts thrive close to home.
JUNE 16-28
Get ready to rock as Rock of Ages electrifies The Actors Studio of New Jersey with epic ‘80s hits, outrageous fun, and nonstop energy that’ll have you singing along all night!
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July 24-26
The Actors Studio of New Jersey sparks an electrifying adventure with The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical, a high-energy quest filled with epic battles, heart, and humor that bring Greek mythology to life.
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SEPTEMBER 11-20
Get in, loser—the hit musical Mean Girls is taking over The Actors Studio of New Jersey with fierce comedy, catchy songs, and all the high‑school drama you love on full blast!
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October 16-25
Step into the shadows where Sweeney Todd waits—razor in hand, vengeance in his heart, and music as dark as his soul.
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October 16-25
Fairytales get a glitter‑bomb makeover as Once Upon a One More Time spins classic princesses and pop anthems into a dazzling night of empowerment and fun!
The Actors Studio of New Jersey’s 2026 season is supported in part through funding from the New Jersey Economic Development Authority’s A.R.T. Phase II Grant Program. This support helps advance the company’s mission to bring bold, professional live theater to the Dunellen Theatre while strengthening arts access and community engagement in New Jersey. The grant reflects a commitment to investing in cultural programming that enriches local audiences and supports the growth of the state’s creative economy.
The Actors Studio of New Jersey’s 2026 season is supported in part through funding from the New Jersey Economic Development Authority’s A.R.T. Phase II Grant Program. This support helps advance the company’s mission to bring bold, professional live theater to the Dunellen Theatre while strengthening arts access and community engagement in New Jersey. The grant reflects a commitment to investing in cultural programming that enriches local audiences and supports the growth of the state’s creative economy.
A YEAR WITH THE ACTORS STUDIO OF NEW JERSEY IN RESIDENCY AT DUNELLEN THEATRE
The Actors Studio of New Jersey is proud to announce its residency at the historic Dunellen Theatre in Dunellen, NJ, bringing a vibrant season of live, professional theater to the heart of the community in 2026.
The Dunellen Theatre, opened in 1921, has long been a Middlesex County landmark—a classic venue originally designed as a 500-seat movie house and now beautifully reimagined for live entertainment. With an illustrious past that includes hosting vaudeville, movies, and musical acts across the decades, the venue is known for its charming period architecture and inviting atmosphere, making it an ideal destination for a night out in central New Jersey.
Through an exciting partnership, The Actors Studio of New Jersey joins forces with the Dunellen Theatre to present a dynamic slate of eight unique theatrical experiences in 2026. Audiences can look forward to fully staged musicals, dazzling musical tributes, and captivating productions for young audiences—all created and performed by top-tier local and regional talent. This season promises to energize downtown Dunellen, celebrate the rich history of the theater, and offer memorable evenings for families, theater lovers, and the entire community.
Don’t miss this extraordinary opportunity to experience professional theatre experiences and festive events right in your neighborhood—only at the Dunellen Theatre with The Actors Studio of New Jersey.