Puerto Rico Nació en Mi (Feb 4) Grammy-nominated saxophonist Miguel Zenón presents a song cycle that explores the history of the Puertoriqqueño identity. Montclair State University, 1 Normal Ave, Montclair, 973-655-5112, peakperfs.org.
Super Diamond (Feb 4) Sing along with your favorites like “Sweet Caroline” and “Love on the Rocks” with this one-of-a-kind Neil Diamond tribute band. Mayo Center for the Performing Arts, 100 South St, Morristown, 973-539-8008, mayoarts.org.
Inspired (Feb 4) The Carolyn Dorfman Dance Company opens its new season with Inspired, featuring premieres by Carolyn Dorfman and Doug Elkins. South Orange Performing Arts Center, One SOPAC Way, South Orange, 973-275-1114, sopacnow.org.
Community Art Show (Feb 4-26) The Environmental Education Center will host work completed by Bernards Township adult residents. The Environmental Education Center, 190 Lord Stirling Rd, Basking Ridge, 908-766-2489, somersetcountyparks.org.
Levon Helm Band (Feb 10) One of the original members of the Band, Helm will be joined by special guest Peter Wolf. The Wellmont Theater, 5 Seymour St, Montclair, 973-783-9500, wellmonttheatre.com.
An Evening of Romance with Michael Amante (Feb 10) The “Prince of the High Cs” returns to perform Broadway standards and other classic fare. Mayo Center for the Performing Arts, 100 South St, Morristown, 973-539-8008, mayoarts.org.
Tosca (Feb 12) Puccini’s tragic masterpiece is the story of a famous singer who falls for the wrong handsome anarchist. New Jersey Performing Arts Center, 1 Center St, Newark, 888-466-5722, njpac.org.
Patterns, Systems, Structures: Abstraction in American Art (Feb 12-May 30) The exhibit will feature work drawn exclusively from the Montclair Art Museum’s collection of abstract American art. Montclair Art Museum, 3 South Mountain Ave, Montclair, 973-746-5555, montclairartmuseum.org.
Japan and the Art of Leisure (Feb 15-) Join guest curator Laura J. Mueller as she guides you through two and a half centuries of traditional Japanese art. Newark Museum, 49 Washington St, Newark, 973-596-6550, newarkmuseum.org.
The MSU Wind Symphony (Feb 17) ensemble will perform works by Bolcom, Bernstein, Varèse and Gershwin. Montclair State University, 1 Normal Ave, Montclair, 973-655-5112, peakperfs.org.
Encounters with Beauty through Poetry (Feb 23) An interactive presentation where guests will discuss themes of beauty in contemporary poetry. Featured authors will include Mary Oliver and Mark Doty. Visual Arts Center of New Jersey, 68 Elm St, Summit, 732-335-0033 x104, artcenternj.org.
Peking Acrobats (Feb 24) A talented group of gymnasts, jugglers and contortionists bring this amazing Chinese tradition to Somerset County. Raritan Valley Community College, 118 Lamington Rd, Branchburg, 908-725-3420, rvccarts.org.
Seasonal Art Show (Feb 27- Mar 10) This exhibit will feature art and photography showcasing the Leonard J. Buck Garden. Leonard J. Buck Garden Visitor Center, 190 Lord Stirling Road, Basking Ridge, 908-766-2489, somersetcountyparks.org.
Pat Benatar (Mar 1) The 80s rocker performs classics like “Love is a Battlefield” and “Hit Me With Your Best Shot.” The Wellmont Theater, 5 Seymour St, Montclair, 973-783-9500, wellmonttheatre.com.
Rogues Company: The Tiring House (Mar 1-4) This new play by James Karcher revolves around Shakespeare’s acting company, and a request to perform Richard II for a strange audience. Westminster Arts Center, 449 Franklin St, Bloomfield, 973-748-9008, bccommunity.org.
Baby (Mar 1-4) A musical that explores the triumphs and tribulations of three expecting couples. Presented by the Seton Hall Theater Program. South Orange Performing Arts Center, One SOPAC Way, South Orange, 973-275-1114, sopacnow.org.
Newark Boy Chorus (Mar 4) The celebrated choir returns for its annual concert, with a program that includes classical, jazz, pop and folk. The New Jersey Performing Arts Center, 1 Center St, Newark, 888-466-5722, njpac.org.
The Summer of Love (Mar 9) The fan-favorite concert series returns to bring you music from the Woodstock generation. Featuring Glen Burtnik, the evening will include songs by the Beatles, Jefferson Airplane and Creedence Clearwater Revival. Count Basie Theatre, 99 Monmouth St, Red Bank, 732-842-9000, countbasietheatre.org.
Guy Davis (Mar 16) This accomplished blues singer/songwriter brings his guitar to Raritan Valley Community College stage. Raritan Valley Community College, 118 Lamington Road, Branchburg, 908-725-3420, rvccarts.org.
Pysanky Worshop (Mar 24) Just in time for Easter, this workshop explores the traditional, colorful art of Ukrainian egg decorating. The workshop is appropriate for children ages 8 and up. Museum of Early Trades and Crafts, 9 Main St, Madison, 973-377-2982 ext 12, metc.org.
Step Afrika! (Mar 30) This professional dance company is devoted to stepping, a unique form of dance where the whole body is used as an instrument. Raritan Valley Community College, 118 Lamington Rd, Branchburg, 908-725-3420, rvccarts.org.
Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour (Mar 30-31) Experience the music of Michael Jackson like never before via the death-defying choreography of Cirque du Soleil. The Prudential Center, 165 Mulberry St, Newark, 201-507-8900, prucenter.com.
