Rufus Wainwright
Saturday, August 24 at 8PM
A gifted singer and songwriter, Rufus Wainwright’s magnetic vocals showcase his inventive and thoughtful songs that reflect his personal truth-telling.
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Toad the Wet Sprocket
Tuesday, August 27 at 7:30PM
One of the greatest bands of the ’90s and beyond celebrates over 30 years of making music with a new tour. “All I Want” “Fall Down” and “Something’s Always Wrong” are just some of the unforgettable charted hits that launched this young group to fame.
Captain Marvel
Wednesday, August 28 at 8PM
Captain Marvel is an extraterrestrial Kree warrior who finds herself caught in the middle of an intergalactic battle between her people and the Skrulls.
Gerard Amsellem's La Cinémathèque Film Club Open House
Sunday, September 8 at 2PM
Join us for a delightful Sunday afternoon gathering where you’ll enjoy a sneak peek of one of the upcoming Latin American film series along with other choice film clips curated by Gerard, an award-winning film maker and educator. You can ask questions about the series, schmooze with other film aficionados and Gerard and enjoy light refreshments as you immerse yourself in the magic of cinema.
The Herb & Milly Iris Gallery Reception for CONVERGENCE Barbara Bickart and Colleen Lineberry
Thursday, September 12 from 5-8PM
Join us for a reception to celebrate the opening of a new exhibition in The Herb & Milly Iris Gallery.
Paula Poundstone Pre-Show Member Reception
Friday, September 13 at 6:30PM
SOPAC Member benefits include invitations to Member Receptions and so much more! Not a Member? Donate & become a member today.
Paula Poundstone
Friday, September 13 at 8PM
Paula Poundstone is one of our country’s preeminent comedians, known for her smart, observational humor and spontaneous wit that has become the stuff of legend.
The Machine performs Pink Floyd
Saturday, September 14 at 8PM
Celebrate 30 years of The Machine, America’s pre-eminent Pink Floyd tribute band, with a special anniversary presentation of three classic albums, played in their entirety: Wish You Were Here, Animals and The Dark Side of the Moon plus an encore. Featuring the Interstellar Lights.
Gerard Amsellem's La Cinémathèque Foreign Film Club
Sundays at 2PM (Sep 15, Oct 20, Nov 17, Dec 8)
Enjoy access to exclusive screenings of award-winning foreign films as a member of La Cinémathèque. Plus, explore and discover the origins of modern film, renowned filmmakers and human interest stories. La Cinémathèque Film Club events are curated and hosted by Gerard Amsellem in the SOPAC Loft.
“1964” The Tribute
Friday, September 20 at 8PM
Heralded by Rolling Stone as the best Beatles show on earth. "1964" The Tribute is thrilling audiences around the world with an uncanny re-creation of the “great little band” that rocked the world.
Ann Hampton Callaway & Susan Werner "Alone & Together"
Saturday, September 21 at 8PM
Ann Hampton Callaway and Susan Werner perform separately and together in an epic display of piano chops and dazzling wit that you won’t want to miss.
Sweet Honey In The Rock®
Sunday, September 22 at 7:30PM
Now celebrating their 45th Anniversary, Sweet Honey In The Rock ® is an all-woman, African-American a cappella ensemble rooted in American history and culture. This renowned group sings worldwide and brings attention to social injustice, immigration issues and more.
Graham Nash and Band
Wednesday, September 25 at 7:30PM
Graham Nash and Band perform his classic albums Songs For Beginners and Wild Tales in their entirety (plus more hits!) as part of an exclusive series of special shows.
Vance Gilbert in the Loft
Thursday, September 26 at 7:30PM
Vance Gilbert is noted not only for being a accomplished performer, with hilarious insights on just about everything, but also for being a virtuoso who writes his own songs and sings like a dream. His concerts combine a celebration of song with a large helping of merriment.
Darlingside
Friday, September 27 at 8PM
The all-male Folk-Pop quartet Darlingside mesmerizes audiences with performances showcasing exquisite harmonies harking back to Crosby, Stills and Nash and spotlight their own perfectly crafted songs.
Flor De Toloache
Saturday, September 28 at 8PM
New York City’s first and only all-women mariachi group, Latin Grammy Award-winning Flor de Toloache will cast a spell over you as intoxicating as its namesake love potion made from the Mexican Toloache flower.
Jon B is a consummate artist with several gold and platinum records under his belt. His songs “They Don’t Know” and “Someone to Love” were just the beginning for the mega-talented singer-songwriter.
School Performance LUX - An Orchestra Like No Other!
Friday, October 11 at 9:30AM
A bold and dramatic departure from traditional orchestral performances, LUX and conductor Brent Chancellor, in partnership with Carnegie Hall’s Link Up program, leads students through an exploration of the music and instruments of the orchestra! It’s one unforgettable performance to get students jazzed about learning!
Peter Yarrow & Noel Paul Stookey of Peter, Paul and Mary
Friday, October 11 at 8PM
Legendary Folk singers Peter Yarrow and Noel Paul Stookey, of Peter, Paul and Mary, remember and celebrate their historic careers and the impact their anthems had on the world of civil liberties.
Laura & Linda Benanti The Story Goes On
Saturday, October 12 at 8PM
Touching and humorous, The Story Goes On is a one-of-a-kind musical journey through the special relationship between a mother and daughter. Starring Tony Award winner Laura Benanti and her mother Linda Benanti.
Gerard Amsellem's La Cinémathèque Foreign Film Club
Sundays at 2PM (Sep 15, Oct 20, Nov 17, Dec 8)
Enjoy access to exclusive screenings of award-winning foreign films as a member of La Cinémathèque. Plus, explore and discover the origins of modern film, renowned filmmakers and human interest stories. La Cinémathèque Film Club events are curated and hosted by Gerard Amsellem in the SOPAC Loft.
Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing
Thursday, October 24 - Sunday, October 27
The classic comedy of love where opposites do attract. Benedict battles Beatrice with wit and humor until they both come together to save Hero’s reputation and her betrothal to Claudio.
Lionel Hampton Big Band
Tuesday, October 29 at 7:30PM
The sensational Lionel Hampton Big Band will be featured in concert again this season by Jazz ‘n the Hall in a return performance by popular demand. The spirit and the energy with which the band performs every selection is incredibly exciting and uplifting!
Glenn Miller Orchestra
Friday, November 1 at 8PM
The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra is the most popular and sought after big band in the world today. With its unique Jazz sound, it is considered one of the greatest bands of all time.
SOPAC Gala
Saturday, November 2 at 5:45PM
The annual SOPAC Gala brings together patrons, community leaders and artists to celebrate SOPAC’s achievements, pay tribute to our supporters and raise significant funds.
On A Winter’s Night – 25th Anniversary Christine Lavin, John Gorka, Cheryl Wheeler, Patty Larkin & Cliff Eberhardt
Friday, November 8 at 8PM
The 25th Anniversary concert of On A Winter’s Night from singer-songwriters Christine Lavin, John Gorka, Cheryl Wheeler, Patty Larkin and Cliff Eberhardt. They are among the brightest stars of the singer-songwriter movement for the past three decades.
Savion Glover & The Ideal Ensemble
Saturday, November 9 at 8PM
The Tony Award- winning, tap-dancing phenomenon Savion Glover returns to SOPAC with his unique sense of musicality, incredible stage presence and unparalleled dance ability.
The United States Army Veterans All Stars
Tuesday, November 12 at 7:30PM
The United States Army Veterans All Stars will present a lively program of popular Jazz favorites and patriotic songs in an honorable tribute to veterans of all wars. Come and join the musical celebration!
School Performance Rumpelstiltskin
Friday, November 15 at 10AM
A young girl is said to spin straw into gold, but a greedy king hears of her talent and desires untold riches for himself. The strange Rumpelstiltskin appears and promises to spin the straw into gold, but at what price?
Rumpelstiltskin
Saturday, November 16 at 2PM
A young girl is said to spin straw into gold, but a greedy king hears of her talent and desires untold riches for himself. The strange Rumpelstiltskin appears and promises to spin the straw into gold, but at what price?
Giants of Jazz 22 Honoring Harold Mabern
Saturday, November 16 at 8PM
Harold Mabern is one of the greatest living Jazz pianists in the world today. He has performed and recorded with Miles Davis, Sonny Rollins, Wes Montgomery, Cannonball Adderley and George Benson to name a few. As critic Gary Giddins has written, “With the wind at his back, he can sound like an ocean roar.” Join us as other Jazz greats come to perform and honor one of their own in an unforgettable evening of music.
Gerard Amsellem's La Cinémathèque Foreign Film Club
Sundays at 2PM (Sep 15, Oct 20, Nov 17, Dec 8)
Enjoy access to exclusive screenings of award-winning foreign films as a member of La Cinémathèque. Plus, explore and discover the origins of modern film, renowned filmmakers and human interest stories. La Cinémathèque Film Club events are curated and hosted by Gerard Amsellem in the SOPAC Loft.
Carl Palmer’s ELP Legacy
Sunday, November 17 at 7:30PM
Carl Palmer, founding member of both Emerson Lake and Palmer (ELP) and Asia, is among the most renowned drummers in Rock history. Expect an evening of virtuoso percussive skills from the man who brought the drum set to the forefront of Rock and Roll.
Giacomo Puccini’s La bohème (concert version)
Thursday, November 21 at 6:30PM
The MidAtlantic Symphony Orchestra, Soloists and Seton Hall University Chamber Choir perform together under the direction of Jason Tramm in this concert version of Puccini’s dramatic masterpiece, La bohème. This event is co-sponsored by the Seton Hall Charles and Joan Alberto Italian Studies Institute and Classical Concert Series.
Gaelic Storm
Friday, November 22 at 8PM
Since appearing in the blockbuster film Titanic (where they performed “Irish Party in Third Class”), Gaelic Storm has become a world-class genre-bending Irish Rock band mixing Celtic traditions with something uniquely creative.
An Evening with Broadway's Tony Yazbeck
Saturday, November 23 at 8PM
With “just the right balance of masculinity and vulnerability,” Yazbeck creates a “spellbinding” one-man show, inviting audiences to join him on an honest, emotional journey along life’s ups and downs as told through the lyrics of classic show tunes, new standards and dazzling tap dancing.
Seton Hall University Seton Hall Winter Concert
Wednesday, December 4 at 7:30PM
Ring in the holiday season with the Seton Hall University Chorus, Concert Band and Chamber Choir.
Dianne Reeves – Christmas Time is Here with Peter Martin, Peter Sprague, Reginald Veal & Terreon Gully
Saturday, December 7 at 8PM
Five-time Grammy Award winner Dianne Reeves is the pre-eminent Jazz vocalist in the world. Her breathtaking virtuosity, improvisational prowess and unique Jazz and R&B stylings earned her the Grammy Award for Best Jazz Vocal Performance for three consecutive recordings- a first in any vocal category.
Gerard Amsellem's La Cinémathèque Foreign Film Club
Sundays at 2PM (Sep 15, Oct 20, Nov 17, Dec 8)
Enjoy access to exclusive screenings of award-winning foreign films as a member of La Cinémathèque. Plus, explore and discover the origins of modern film, renowned filmmakers and human interest stories. La Cinémathèque Film Club events are curated and hosted by Gerard Amsellem in the SOPAC Loft.
Angelina Ballerina™ The Very Merry Holiday Musical!
Sunday, December 8 at 2PM (Kids in the Loft activity from1-1:45PM)
Little Angelina Ballerina just loves to dance and plans a spectacular holiday pageant with her friends. When things go wrong they must use their creativity to save the show. It’s a very merry holiday musical!
Best of the Loft Mike Griot presents Blues People, Frank Noviello, Radam Schwartz and Dean Shot’s Tribute to Howlin’ Wolf
Sunday, December 8 at 7PM
Jazz and Blues go together like cold beer and a hot, hot night. And a hot night of great music is what you’ll experience with these four acts that will have you wishing it would never end! Mike Griot presents Blues People brings the soulful Funk of classic Blues, Jazz singer Frank Noviello swings with the great classics, Radam Schwartz owns the Jazz keyboards and Dean Shot’s Tribute to Howlin’ Wolf brings to life one of the greatest Bluesmen to ever live.
School Performance Angelina Ballerina™ The Very Merry Holiday Musical!
Monday, December 9 at 10AM
Little Angelina Ballerina just loves to dance and plans a spectacular holiday pageant with her friends. When things go wrong they must use their creativity to save the show. It’s a very merry holiday musical!
Martin Sexton
Friday, December 13 at 8PM
Critically-acclaimed Martin Sexton is a musician’s musician and prolific recording artist. His songs are intricate and spirited covering the American musical landscape distilling Soul, Gospel, R&B, Country and Blues.
The Hot Sardines
Saturday, December 14 at 8PM
These mischief-makers of hot Jazz have been described as “potent and assured” (The New York Times) and “simply phenomenal” (The Times, London).
Cherish the Ladies – Celtic Christmas
Sunday, December 22 at 3PM & 7PM
Celebrating nearly 35 years of music making, Cherish the Ladies continues to delight audiences with its beautiful vocals, captivating arrangements and stunning step dancing. You’ll delight in the special Christmas music that embodies the beauty of the season- Celtic style!
School Performance MatheMagic!®
Thursday, January 16 at 10AM
Hailed as one of the pre-eminent shows for young people, Bradley Fields’ MatheMagic!® features world-class magic, comedy and theatre.
MARK NIZER 4D… the only live 4D show in the world!
Saturday, January 18 at 2PM
This fast-paced and exciting combination of original comedy, world class juggling, movement, music and technology delivers a spellbinding performance by the acclaimed juggler Mark Nizer in the only live 4D show in the world!
Brooklyn Chamber Music Society
Tuesday, February 18 at 7:30PM
Back for the third time with top-flight and passionate chamber music playing, the Brooklyn Chamber Music Society comes to us with a warm-hearted program, right on the heels of Valentine’s day. Come celebrate with us and the music of Schubert, Schumann, Gershwin and Puccini.
School Performance Super Scientific Circus
Friday, February 21 at 10AM
Combining zany characters and outrageous stunts with hilarious audience participation, Super Scientific Circus fuses the wonder of science with wholesome entertainment.
The Very Hungry Caterpillar & Other Eric Carle Favourites
Sunday, February 23 at 2PM (Kids in the Loft activity from1-1:45PM)
The famous little caterpillar returns , along with an assortment of favorite puppet characters. The triple-bill includes the story of The Very Hungry Caterpillar the fanciful account of Little Cloud's travels through the sky and The Mixed-Up Chameleon's discovery of his own unique nature.
We Banjo 3
Thursday, February 27 at 7:30PM
A spirited "Celt-grass" family band from Galway, Ireland, We Banjo 3 delivers a crowd-pleasing fusion of traditional Irish music, Bluegrass and Americana that continues to reach freshly dizzying heights.
School Performance Shaun Boothe: Live Your Legacy Celebrating Great Women in the 21st Century
Monday, March 16 at 10AM
In this inspiring multimedia performance and motivational journey, Shaun Boothe discusses strength, character, media and the role of women. The inspiring life stories of cultural icons Ruth Bader Ginsberg, Malala Yousafzai and Oprah Winfrey are told through music and rhyme. Shaun repackages history in a way that connects with students and reinforces the importance of living a meaningful life. It is a celebration of greatness made not just to inform and entertain but to inspire and awaken the greatness within us all.
Jonathan Biss, piano with Ani Kavafian and Carmit Zori, violins; Hsin-Yun Huang, viola; and Edward Arron, cello
Wednesday, March 18 at 7:30PM
Celebrate the 250th anniversary of Beethoven’s birth with an evening of sonatas performed by world-renowned pianist and Beethoven interpreter, Jonathan Biss. Program to feature Sonatas Op. 10, No. 1, Op. 14, Nos. 1 and 2 and the great Hammerklavier.
David Broza & Trio Havana Plus Special Guest Itai Kriss
Saturday, March 21 at 8PM
One of the most innovative and creative musicians in the world today, David Broza brings together audiences of all cultures, bridging barriers of language and genre through his music. He is joined by Cuban “Trio Havana” with Jorge Bringas, Manuel Alejandro Carro and Yuniel Jiminez as well as special guest and flute virtuoso Itai Kriss. Together they bring a unique interpretation to the full spectrum of Broza’s rich repertoire of hits.
The Amazing Max
Sunday, March 22 at 2PM
Max Darwin earned the moniker "The Amazing Max" for his extraordinary skill as a magician as well as for his ability to entertain adult audiences while keeping the little ones spellbound. This high-energy, interactive and all-around silly show will delight the young, the old and everyone in-between!
Jazz Meets Broadway
Tuesday, March 24 at 7:30PM
A celebration of the intersection of Jazz and Broadway featuring Seton Hall University alumni and students of Jazz and of musical theatre, Jazz Meets Broadway will highlight music from the Great American Songbook.
School Performance Cinderella
Friday, April 3 at 10AM
Bullied by her two mean stepsisters, Cinderella’s future looks bleak until her Fairy Godmother casts a spell and sends her to the Prince’s ball. A magical evening ends with a lost slipper and a young girl whose life is transformed.
Cinderella
Saturday, April 4 at 2PM
Bullied by her two mean stepsisters, Cinders’ future looks bleak until her Fairy Godmother casts a spell and sends her to the Prince’s ball. A magical evening ends with a lost slipper and a young girl whose life is transformed.
Seton Hall University Seton Hall Annual Spring Concert Instrumental Ensembles
Tuesday, April 21 at 7:30PM
Take in the music of the Seton Hall University Concert Band and Chamber Orchestra in this annual Spring celebration, led by accomplished director Jason Tramm.
Summer of ’42
Thursday, April 30 - Sunday, May 3
A sweet musical about a young man’s coming of age over a summer at the beach with his friends, set during WW II. The musical balances the innocence of youth with the tragedy of war that is both funny and touching.
Seton Hall University Seton Hall Spring Choral Celebration
Monday, May 4 at 7:30PM
Join the Seton Hall choral program to celebrate the Spring season with songs of warmth and joy, led by accomplished director Jason Tramm.
School Performance Stone Soup and Other Stories
Friday, May 15 at 10AM
Highlighting the spirit and customs of different cultures, this familiar brew of story favorites from Africa, India, Eastern Europe and our own United States is filled with music, color, fantasy and fun.
BubbleMania! Comedy With A Drip! Featuring Casey Carle, Comic Bubble Artist
Sunday, May 17 at 12PM
Comic bubble artist Casey Carl brings BubbleMania, his amazing one-man show combining spontaneous comedy, jazzy music and brilliant bubbling, to the SOPAC stage.