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Fall Schedule
Check mayoarts.org for show additions and updates! (All events subject to change.)
September 9/17
Opening Night! Linda Eder
November
9/18
Bumping Mics with Jeff Ross and Dave Attell
11/3-7
Steely Dan: The Absolutely Normal Tour 2021
11/9
Friends! The Musical Parody
9/23-24 Brian Regan
11/10
Rosanne Cash
9/25
John Hiatt and The Jerry Douglas Band
11/11
MasterChef Live!
9/30
Masters of Illusion
11/12
Cancel This Comedy Tour Starring Alonzo Bodden, Mitch Fatel, and Tammy Pescatelli
11/13
Little Feat - By Request Tour with special guest Jack Broadbent
11/17
Jake Shimabukuro: Christmas in Hawaii
11/19
Get the Led Out
11/20
Boyz II Men
11/27
Manhattan Comedy Night
11/28
A Charlie Brown Christmas: Live On Stage
October 10/1
38 Special
10/3
Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo*
10/5
Christopher Cross
10/6
Engelbert Humperdinck
10/8
An Evening with Kenny Loggins
10/9
Herman’s Hermits Starring Peter Noone and The Grass Roots*
10/12
Mary Chapin Carpenter • Marc Cohn Shawn Colvin: Together in Concert
10/13
Brian Wilson: Greatest Hits Live with special guests Al Jardine and Blondie Chaplin
10/15
The Marshall Tucker Band and The Outlaws*
10/16
Josh Gates Live!
10/19
RAIN - A Tribute to The Beatles
10/22
Indigo Girls - SOLD OUT
10/23
ABBA The Concert *
10/24
Judy Collins
10/26
Paul Anka - Anka Sings Sinatra
10/29
Collective Soul, Better Than Ezra and special guest Tonic
December 12/1
Jonathan Antoine’s ChristmasLand Live!
12/3
Michael Bolton: Greatest Hits and Holiday Favorites
12/4
A Magical Cirque Christmas
12/5
A Forever Motown Holiday Celebration
12/10
Sara Evans Blue Christmas Tour
12/11 Dennis DeYoung: The Grand Illusion 40th Anniversary Album Tour 12/17-26 New Jersey Ballet’s 50th Anniversary Nutcracker with New Jersey Symphony Orchestra
10/30 Dead On Live’s (Pandemic-Paused) 10th (11th) Anniversary Halloween Show
*Limited tickets available
Browse MPAC’s complete 2021-2022 season at mayoarts.org More fantastic shows are now on sale for Winter and Spring 2022, including Beautiful, Richard Marx, MOMIX, Black Violin, Fiddler on the Roof and more.
Our Mission
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Mayo Performing Arts Center, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, presents a wide range of programs that entertain, enrich, and educate the diverse population of the region and enhance the economic vitality of Northern New Jersey.
September Opening Night!
Linda Eder: “Judy Garland: Me and My Shadow” Friday, 9/17 at 8 pm Acclaimed vocalist and Broadway star Linda Eder performs music made popular by Judy Garland as MPAC celebrates the opening of its 27th season. $49 - $79
Bumping Mics with Jeff Ross & Dave Attell Saturday, 9/18 at 8 pm Comedians Jeff Ross and Dave Attell have joined forces to bring their colorful wit and unfiltered banter to the stage in their new show, Bumping Mics. Fresh off their popular Netflix series of the same name, these co-headliners are set to deliver unequaled standup that includes hilarious audience participation in one of the funniest live shows you’ll ever see! Mature content, language. Adults only. $39 - $69
Brian Regan 9/23 & 9/24 at 8 pm Critics, fans and fellow comedians agree - Brian Regan is one of the most respected and funniest comedians around. Having built his 30-plus year career on the strength of his material alone, Brian continuously fills venues across America.
John Hiatt and The Jerry Douglas Band
$49 - $89
Saturday, 9/25 at 8 pm Multi-Grammy award winning blues rocker John Hiatt (“Have a Little Faith in Me,” “Slow Turning”) and acclaimed bluegrass singer-songwriter Jerry Douglas (“Gone to Fortingall”) join forces to perform the greatest hits from their distinguished careers and music from their upcoming release, Leftover Feelings. $39 - $79
Masters of Illusion Thursday, 9/30 at 7:30 pm Cutting-edge illusionists perform sleight-of-hand, perplexing interactive mind magic, hilarious comedy, dangerous escapes and large scale illusions that baffle and astound audience members of all ages. $39 - $69
MPAC has been certified by Atlantic Health with its COVID Safety Protection Seal. Your health is paramount to us, and we have updated our facility and procedures, including: upgraded fresh-air ventilation system, digital ticketing and program book, extra cleaning and hand sanitizing stations, online concessions ordering, and more.
October
Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo Sunday, 10/3 at 7:30 pm Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo perform hits such as “Hit Me with Your Best Shot,” “We Belong,” “Love Is A Battlefield,” “Heartbreaker” and more with their full band.
38 Special Friday, 10/1 at 8 pm 38 Special delivers its signature Southern rock, with such hits as “Hold On Loosely,” “Rockin’ Into the Night,” “Caught Up in You,” “Fantasy Girl,” “If I’d Been the One” and “Back Where You Belong,” that remain staples of classic rock radio.
$69 - $129 *Limited Tickets
$39 - $79
Christopher Cross: 40th Anniversary Tour Tuesday, 10/5 at 7:30 pm Christopher Cross burst onto the music scene with his 1980 self-titled debut album, winning five Grammy Awards, including—for the first time in Grammy history—the “Big Four” most prestigious awards: Record of the Year (Sailing), Album of the Year, Song of the Year (Sailing) and Best New Artist. Celebrate the 40th anniversary of this classic album that includes “Ride Like the Wind” and “Say You’ll Be Mine,” as well as other hits. $39 - $69
Engelbert Humperdinck Wednesday, 10/6 at 7:30 pm In a career spanning over 50 years, Engelbert Humperdinck has generated sales in excess of 140 million records, including 64 gold and 35 platinum albums. His unique voice continues to charm millions of fans worldwide with such romantic classics as “Release Me” and “After the Lovin.’” $49 - $89
An Evening with Kenny Loggins Friday, 10/8 at 8 pm Kenny Loggins’ remarkable four-decadeplus career has brought him from the top of the charts to the toast of the Grammys. He’s had smash hits on Hollywood’s favorite soundtracks, rocked worldwide stages, and found his way into children’s hearts while bringing his soulful, beautiful voice to such classics as “This Is It,” “I’m Alright,” “Footloose,” “Danger Zone,” and “Whenever I Call You Friend.” $69 - $125
Herman’s Hermits Starring Peter Noone and The Grass Roots Saturday, 10/9 at 8 pm A double bill of classic 60s pop! Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone scored over twenty Top 40 hits, such as “There’s a Kind of Hush,” “I’m Into Something Good,” and “Mrs. Brown You’ve Got a Lovely Daughter.” The Grass Roots are known for such pop classics as “Midnight Confessions,” “Temptation Eyes,” and “Sooner or Later.” $39 - $79 | *Limited Tickets
October
Mary Chapin Carpenter • Marc Cohn Shawn Colvin: Together In Concert Tuesday, 10/12 at 7:30 pm Three of this generation’s most compelling singersongwriters – Mary Chapin-Carpenter (“I Feel Lucky”), Marc Cohn (“Walking in Memphis”) and Shawn Colvin (“Sunny Came Home”) – perform individually and together, crossing the boundaries of country, folk, soul and blues with music that evokes our most universal feelings.
Co-Founder of The Beach Boys
$49 - $99
Wednesday, 10/13 at 7:30 pm
Brian Wilson: Greatest Hits Live with special guests Al Jardine and Blondie Chaplin
He’s been called the Gershwin of his generation, the creative force behind some of the most cherished recordings in rock history. Brian Wilson’s work has proved to be as powerful as faith, as timeless as love, and as heartfelt as mercy. Wilson will be joined on stage by former Beach Boys Al Jardine and Blondie Chaplin for an evening of greatest hits. $79 - $149
The Marshall Tucker Band and The Outlaws Friday, 10/15 at 8 pm A double bill of two of the greatest Southern rockers of all time, featuring The Marshall Tucker Band (“Can’t You See,” “Heard It in a Love Song”) and The Outlaws (“Green Grass & High Tides,” “There Goes Another Love Song,” “(Ghost) Riders in the Sky”). $39 - $89 *Limited Tickets
Josh Gates Live!
An Evening of Ghosts, Monsters and Tales of Adventure Saturday, 10/16 at 8 pm
In celebration of the anniversary of Abbey Road, RAIN will bring the greatest hits of this epic recording to life, in addition to all your early Beatles favorites.
Adventurer, TV personality and author Josh Gates hosts the popular cable series, Expedition Unknown. The show takes viewers around the world and off the map for thrilling investigations into history’s most iconic legends in immersive, hilarious and nail-biting journeys of discovery. From Bigfoot to lost cities of gold, join Josh as he discusses some of his most intriguing journeys. $99 Golden Circle ticket includes exclusive Q&A.
$39 - $89
$29 - $99
RAIN - A Tribute to The Beatles
The Best of Abbey Road Tuesday, 10/19 at 7:30 pm
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October
ABBA - The Concert Saturday, 10/23 at 8 pm Dust off your bell bottoms and platform shoes! ABBA The Concert returns for a night of pure Swedish pop, recreating the music and magic of ABBA’s greatest hits, including “Mamma Mia,” “Waterloo,” and “Dancing Queen.” $29 - $69 | *Limited Tickets
Judy Collins Sunday, 10/24 at 7 pm For over 50 years, Judy Collins has thrilled audiences with her unique blend of interpretive folk and contemporary songs from the 60s to the present. $29 - $79
Paul Anka: Anka Sings Sinatra His Songs, My Songs, My Way Tuesday, 10/26 at 7:30 pm A note from Paul: “The Anka Sings Sinatra tour will honor a great artist who has influenced me more than anyone else throughout my career, Frank Sinatra. It will also feature the hits that have spanned my career on this 62nd anniversary year. It will be a night filled with his songs, my songs, my way!” $69 - $125
Collective Soul, Better Than Ezra & special guest Tonic Friday, 10/29 at 7 pm A triple play of 90s power pop favorites featuring Collective Soul (“Shine,” “The World I Know,” “December”), Better Than Ezra (“Good,” “Desperately Wanting”), and Tonic (“If You Could Only See”). $69 - $119
Dead On Live’s (Pandemic-Paused) 10th (11th) Anniversary Halloween Show! Saturday, 10/30 at 8 pm Dead On Live returns to MPAC to celebrate their 2020 pandemic-paused 10th anniversary with another stellar cast of all-star musicians. In this special Halloween Grateful Dead experience, you’ll hear plenty of fan faves and deep cuts. Great jams and great friends for a “Grate” birthday! $29 - $49
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November Steely Dan
The Absolutely Normal Tour 2021 11/3 - 11/7 at 8 pm Steely Dan will perform a four-night residency at MPAC! Each night the band will perform from a different classic album: The Royal Scam (Nov 3); Gaucho (Nov 4); selected hits from Northeast Corridor: Steely Dan Live!, their soon to be released greatest hits live album (Nov 6); and Aja (Nov 7). Please note: Ticket price is per individual show. Each show sold separately. $106.50 - $206.50
Friends! The Musical Parody Tuesday, 11/9 at 7:30 pm Friends! The Musical Parody is the comedic musical that lovingly pokes fun at TV’s Friends, celebrating the adventures of your favorite group of 20-something friends as they navigate the pitfalls of work, life, and love in 90s Manhattan. Friends! The Musical Parody recreates our favorite moments from all 10 years of Friends through an uncensored, fast-paced, music-filled romp. $29 - $59
Rosanne Cash Wednesday, 11/10 at 7:30 pm One of the country’s pre-eminent singer/songwriters, Rosanne Cash has released 15 albums of extraordinary songs that have earned four Grammy Awards, and nominations for 11 more. Inducted into the Nashville Songwriters’ Hall of Fame in 2015, Cash is also a best-selling author and essayist whose keen observations about American life find their way into her music. $39 - $69
MasterChef Live! Thursday, 11/11 at 7 pm Something tasty is heading to MPAC! This high-energy, interactive stage production brings the culinary hit TV shows MasterChef and MasterChef Junior directly to fans and foodies alike…live on stage! The family-friendly show will feature head-to-head cooking demonstrations and fun (sometimes messy!) challenges with past MasterChef and MasterChef Junior contestants - including MasterChef Junior Season 7 winner Che and MasterChef Season 10 fan favorite Noah - and an overall immersive audience experience fun for all ages. $29 - $109
Cancel This Comedy Tour
starring Alonzo Bodden, Mitch Fatel and Tammy Pescatelli Friday, 11/12 at 8 pm A brand new comedy tour that is going to bring back the number one and seemingly forgotten rule of comedy, be funny! Outspoken and un-cancelable veteran comedians Alonzo Bodden, Mitch Fatel and Tammy Pescatelli take on cancel culture without politics, race or religion getting in the way! Laugh it’s just jokes! $29 - $49
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November
Little Feat - By Request Tour with special guest Jack Broadbent Saturday, 11/13 at 8 pm For over 50 years, Little Feat has fused California rock, funk, folk, jazz, country, rockabilly, and New Orleans swamp boogie into a unique musical gumbo all their own. For this tour, Little Feat is letting you choose their set list. Request your favorite songs at littlefeat.net and they just may play your choice! $59 - $99
Jake Shimabukuro Christmas in Hawaii
Wednesday, 11/17 at 7:30 pm Ukulele virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro performs fan favorites, music from his new release and holiday hits with a Hawaiian twist. Jake’s trio will be joined by singer-songwriter Thunderstorm Artis (Finalist from The Voice) and percussionist Taku Hirano (Fleetwood Mac, John Mayer, Bette Midler).
Get the Led Out Friday, 11/19 at 8 pm From the bombastic and epic, to the folky and mystical, Get the Led Out recreates the music of legendary supergroup Led Zeppelin with attention to detail and nuance that captures the essence of the band’s hallowed discography.
$19 - $59
$29 - $59
Boyz II Men Saturday, 11/20 at 8 pm
Saturday, 11/27 at 8 pm Get some comic relief with our popular stand-up series showcasing the rising stars of comedy. Mature content, language. Adults only. $25 - $30
Boyz II Men remains one of the most truly iconic R&B groups in music history. The group redefined popular R&B and continues to create timeless hits that appeal to fans across all generations. The trio holds the distinction of being the best-selling R&B group of all time, with an astounding 64 million albums sold and a rich catalogue of hit songs filled with smooth harmonies and enduring themes such as “End of the Road,” “I’ll Make Love to You,” “One Sweet Day,” “Motownphilly” and many others. $79 - $169
A Charlie Brown Christmas: Live On Stage Sunday, 11/28 at 2 pm & 5 pm Your favorite Peanuts characters come to life in this all-new stage adaptation of Charles M. Schulz’s classic Emmy® and Peabody Award-winning animated television special – all set to Vince Guaraldi’s unforgettable music. Join the gang as they put on their own Christmas play and discover the true meaning of the season. It’s a present the whole family can enjoy! $29 - $69 8 | Box Office (973) 539-8008
December Jonathan Antoine’s ChristmasLand Live! Where the Magic of Christmas Comes Alive Wednesday, 12/1 at 7:30 pm When Jonathan Antoine sings, it’s immediately apparent you are hearing one of the best voices in the world. Antoine was first introduced to the world at the age of 17 on Britain’s Got Talent with what became the world’s most viewed television audition of any performer. Antoine performs music from his new holiday release ChristmasLand Live and more, bringing many musical tastes together that appeal to audiences young and old. $29 - $125 ($125 ticket includes Meet & Greet)
Michael Bolton
Greatest Hits and Holiday Favorites Friday, 12/3 at 8 pm Celebrate the holidays with the Grammy-winning artist known for such classics as “How Am I Supposed to Live Without You,” “When a Man Loves a Woman,” “How Can We Be Lovers,” and “That’s What Love Is All About.” $60 - $100
A Magical Cirque Christmas A Forever Motown Holiday Celebration
Saturday, 12/4 at 3 pm & 8 pm Experience the magic of Christmas with dazzling performers and breathtaking cirque artists, accompanied by your favorite holiday music performed live. Get into the spirit of the season with this merry treat that’s perfect for the entire family.
Sunday, 12/5 at 7 pm All of your favorite Motown hits and holiday favorites on one stage on one night! G.C. Cameron, original lead singer of The Spinners, Glenn Leonard, former lead singer of The Temptations, and former members of The Marvelettes headline this trip down Motown memory lane. $29 - $69
$39 - $69
Sara Evans Blue Christmas Tour Friday, 12/10 at 8 pm With five chart-topping singles (“No Place That Far,” “Suds In The Bucket,” “A Real Fine Place To Start,” “Born to Fly,” and “A Little Bit Stronger”), multi-platinum entertainer Sara Evans is one of the mostplayed female artists on country radio of the last two decades. Enjoy a country holiday concert complete with traditional Christmas music as well as her greatest hits. $39 - $79
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December
Dennis DeYoung: The Grand Illusion 40th Anniversary Album Tour Saturday, 12/11 at 8 pm Dennis DeYoung celebrates the 40th anniversary of The Grand Illusion by performing the album in its entirety, as well as other iconic hits including “Babe, “Come Sail Away,” “Best of Times” and “Renegade.” The original voice, all the classic hits - one unforgettable evening! $45 - $85
New Jersey Ballet’s
50th Anniversary Nutcracker
with the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra 12/17 - 12/26 (Times Vary) 50th anniversary! New Jersey Ballet’s beloved annual tradition enchants youngsters and grown-ups alike with splendid dancing, eye-popping special effects and a touch of holiday magic, set to Tchaikovsky’s iconic score performed live by the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra. Ages 4+ $35 - $75
MPAC Education Programs MPAC is dedicated to providing exceptional arts education to children and adults of all ages and abilities. Our Performing Arts School (PAS), founded in 2006, is a performance-based theatrical training program which serves approximately 700 students per year with over 20 classes a week within a supportive and creative atmosphere.
CLASSES OFFERED IN: Musical Theatre Acting Singing Improvisation Voiceovers Audition Technique & more!
“The confidence that you instill, how organized your program is, the events that you invite us parents to, how you allow each students to shine are just some of the things I love about MPAC.” - Corby Swan, parent of PAS student
The Miracle Project™ MPAC is proud to offer The Miracle Project™ New Jersey, a fully inclusive program for children with autism and other special needs. For more information, please contact Education Director Cathy Roy at croy@mayoarts.org. Major support for The Miracle Project at MPAC is provided by Bruce Jacobs and Ken Levy of Jacobs Levy Equity Management.
Fall classes begin September 27th
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Tickets for shows presented through June 30, 2022 count toward your total. Tickets for shows after July 1st count towards next season.
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differ for individual artists. Please refer to your preshow email for show-specific details. MPAC will continue to monitor the rapidly changing conditions and review our policy and the recommendations of health experts in order to ensure the safest way to present concerts. Check mayoarts.org/visitor-info for current guidelines and updates.
Vaccine or negative Distance test required when possible
Increased cleaning
Hand sanitizing stations
Protective barriers
Masks required
Improved ventilation
New shows added every month! Check website for updates!
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We have made significant upgrades to our facility and procedures, and have been certified by Atlantic Health with its COVID Safety Protection Seal for implementing safe infection prevention protocols. View the complete Welcome Back guide on our website.
We’ll see you again at the theatre very soon!
Plan your return to live performances today. Visit mayoarts.org or call (973) 539-8008.
Choose from over 80 performances now on sale, with many more being added every month. From rock concerts to comedy shows, MPAC’s new season features something for everyone.
MPAC’s Next Act will be our best yet, as we return to full capacity events this fall!
MPAC’S 2021-2022 SEASON
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