AARP New Jersey is Teaming up with the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC)!

AARP New Jersey is excited to team up with the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) to bring our members exclusive discounts on a variety of world-class performances. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience unforgettable moments with friends and family while enjoying these incredible shows at discounted rates.

AARP members and their guests can use the promo code in their confirmation email once they register to purchase tickets at 20% off. Sign up below!

Upcoming Shows

Ledisi with Marsha Ambrosius
Date: Sunday, June 1, 2025 at 7pm

Two of the most celebrated singers in the game! GRAMMY® winner Ledisi (“High,” “Alright,” “Pieces of Me”) returns to NJPAC with her impeccable blend of R&B, soul and jazz. She’s fresh off the success of her new album Good Life (and a showstopping performance of “Lift Every Voice and Sing” at Super Bowl LIX). Joining her is 10x GRAMMY® nominee Marsha Ambrosius (“Far Away,” “The Greatest,” “One Night Stand”). Her voice is fire — so hot, it’ll give you chills.

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Earthquake's Father's Day Comedy featuring Earthquake, DeRay Davis, Chico Bean & B Simone
Date: Sunday, June 15, 2025 at 7 pm

It’s not Father’s Day without Earthquake and his annual comedy show. This year’s lineup features DeRay Davis, Chico Bean and B. Simone.

Earthquake first made his way into households and hearts on shows like BET’s Comic View, HBO’s Def Comedy Jam and Shaq’s All-Star Comedy Jam. His specials include About Got Damn Time, From the Outhouse to the Whitehouse, These Ain’t Jokes and Chapelle’s Home Team Earthquake: Legendary.

You know the multi-talented comedian, actor and producer DeRay Davis from his Netflix comedy special How to Act Black, VH1’s Hip Hop Squares, FX’s Snowfall, All Eyez on Me, Grow House, Barbershop, Barbershop: The Next Cut — and tons of other comedy series and movies.

The hysterical comedian and improviser Chico Bean made his name on Wild N’ Out, Guy Court and The Freestyle Funny Comedy Show. His comedy podcast The 85 South Show with DC Young Fly, Karlous Miller and Chico Bean won the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Podcast.

Wild N’ Out star B. Simone sells out clubs across the country with her hilarious jokes and good vibes. She appeared as a special guest on The Ladies Night Out Comedy Tour and the Lit AF Tour with Martin Lawrence. She hosts the podcast Let’s Try This Again.

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Stone Temple Pilots w/ the Parlor Mob
Date: Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 8pm

Get ready for a night of rock revolution with Stone Temple Pilots—the band that redefined alternative rock and dominated the ‘90s music scene. With over 70 million albums sold and a legacy that spans decades, STP continues to prove why they’re one of the most iconic rock bands of our time.

From their explosive debut Core to their critically acclaimed album Perdida, Stone Temple Pilots have consistently pushed musical boundaries. Their trademark sound—Dean DeLeo’s killer guitar riffs, Robert DeLeo’s thunderous bass, Eric Kretz’s powerful drumming and the dynamic vocal prowess of current frontman Jeff Gutt—creates a rock experience like no other. Joining them for the show is Jersey’s own indie rock band, The Parlor Mob.

STP is all raw energy on the stage, proving that true rock never dies. Whether you’ve been a fan since 1992 or you’re just discovering their sound, when STP hits the stage, you know you’re in for a night of pure, unadulterated rock ‘n’ roll bliss and a musical journey that will leave you breathless. New Jersey’s own Parlor Mob joins STP as special guest!

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Gregory Porter
Date: Sunday, June 29, 2025 at 3pm

Join us for an extraordinary evening with Gregory Porter, the two-time GRAMMY®-winning vocalist whose rich baritone and masterful artistry have established him as one of the most important jazz voices of his generation. Porter takes the stage at NJPAC’s Prudential Hall on June 29, bringing his signature blend of jazz, soul, and gospel that has captivated audiences worldwide.

From his humble beginnings singing in San Diego jazz clubs to selling over a million albums globally, Porter’s musical journey is as inspiring as his performances. His breakthrough album Liquid Spirit earned him his first GRAMMY® Award, with NPR declaring him “America’s Next Great Jazz Singer.” His follow-up Take Me To The Alley secured a second GRAMMY®, confirming his position as his generation’s most soulful jazz artist.

Drawing inspiration from his roots in Southern Gospel and the influence of Nat King Cole, Porter’s performances are a masterclass in emotional depth and musical sophistication. His powerful voice and heartfelt original compositions create an intimate connection with audiences, while his interpretations of jazz standards reveal new depths in familiar classics.

Porter’s performances showcase his extraordinary repertoire, from soul-stirring originals to beloved standards, all delivered with the warmth and authenticity that have become his hallmarks. Backed by a stellar ensemble, this evening promises to be a celebration of jazz at its finest, presented by an artist at the top of his game. April May Webb, 2024 of the Sarah Vaughan Jazz Vocal Competition, performs as special guest with her band Sounds of A&R.

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I Want My 80's w/Rick Springfield, John Waite, Wang Chun & Paul Young
Date: Saturday July 12, 2025 at 7pm

We're gonna party like it's 1980-1989! Rock star (and ageless heartthrob) Rick Springfield gave us the soundtrack of our glory days: "Jessie's Girl," "Don't Talk Strangers," "An Affair of the Heart," "I've Done Everything for You," "Love Somebody" and "Human Touch." The GRAMMY® winner is joined by special guests John Waite ("Missing You"), Wang Chung ("Everybody Have Fun Tonight") and Paul Young ("Everytime You Go Away").

Special guests:

John Waite, singer of 1984’s pop-rock smash “Missing You,” and former lead vocalist for the Babys and Bad English

Wang Chung, the new-wave duo behind the unforgettable 1986 party anthem “Everybody Have Fun Tonight”

Paul Young, the soulful voice of so many hit songs, including “Every Time You Go Away” and “Come Back and Stay.”

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