Count Basie

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The Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre at the Count Basie Center for the Arts hosts a diverse range of performances throughout the year. Whether you're interested in concerts, theater, or special events, there’s something for everyone.

Upcoming dates at Count Basie

Concerts from Thursday, October 22, 2026 through Saturday, August 28, 2027.

November 2026

Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
1 Paul Anka 7:00 PM
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6 Parade 7:30 PM
7 Parade 2:00 PM Parade 7:30 PM
8 Parade 2:00 PM
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11 Dweezil Zappa 7:30 PM
12 Blue October 8:00 PM
13 A Night of Music and Memories 7:30 PM
14 Count Basie Center Centennial Celebration Finale 6:00 PM
15 Air Supply 7:00 PM
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17 A Drag Queen Christmas 7:30 PM
18 Greensky Bluegrass 7:30 PM
19 Love Actually in Concert 7:30 PM
20 10,000 Maniacs 7:30 PM
21 New Jersey Symphony: Eric Jacobsen - Rachmaninoff's Symphonic Dances 7:30 PM
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25 Blue Oyster Cult 7:30 PM
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27
28 A Charlie Brown Christmas: Live on Stage 12:00 PM A Charlie Brown Christmas: Live on Stage 4:00 PM
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30

December 2026

Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
1 Stray Cats 7:30 PM
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3 Jim Breuer 8:00 PM
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5 Blippi Live 1:00 PM Blippi Live 5:00 PM
6 Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland 5:00 PM
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11 Company of Dance Arts: The Nutcracker 7:00 PM
12 Company of Dance Arts: The Nutcracker 1:00 PM Company of Dance Arts: The Nutcracker 5:00 PM
13 Company of Dance Arts: The Nutcracker 1:00 PM
14 Waitress 7:30 PM
15 Holiday Express 7:30 PM
16 Pink Martini All-Stars 7:30 PM
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18 That Motown Band: Home For The Holidays 7:30 PM
19 Brian Kirk and The Jirks 7:30 PM
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23 Darlene Love 7:30 PM
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31

January 2027

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Tue
Wed
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7 The Who's Tommy 7:30 PM
8 The Who's Tommy 7:30 PM
9 New Jersey Symphony: Mozart & Ravel 7:30 PM
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17 Atsuko Okatsuka 7:00 PM
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20 William Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliet - Film In Concert 7:30 PM
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22 Pink Floyd Laser Spectacular 8:00 PM
23 So Good - The Neil Diamond Experience 7:30 PM
24 Tusk - Tribute To Fleetwood Mac 3:00 PM
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26 Cirque Alice 7:30 PM
27 David Foster & Katharine McPhee 7:30 PM
28 Elvis Birthday Bash 7:30 PM
29 Bluey's Big Play 7:00 PM
30 Bluey's Big Play 1:00 PM Bluey's Big Play 4:00 PM
31 Bluey's Big Play 11:00 AM Bluey's Big Play 3:00 PM

February 2027

Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
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5 The Basement Yard Podcast 8:00 PM
6
7 The Bronx Wanderers 6:00 PM
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11
12 Frozen - The Musical 7:00 PM
13 Frozen - The Musical 12:00 PM Frozen - The Musical 5:30 PM
14 Frozen - The Musical 12:00 PM
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16 Twilight In Concert 7:30 PM
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19 The Buena Vista Orchestra 7:30 PM
20 New Jersey Symphony: Gil Shaham Plays Dvorak 7:30 PM
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24 International Ballet Stars: Swan Lake 7:00 PM
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26 New Jersey Symphony: Pirates of the Caribbean - The Curse of the Black Pearl in Concert 7:30 PM
27 Amber Autry 7:00 PM
28 Dog Man - The Musical 12:00 PM Dog Man - The Musical 4:00 PM

Box office and calendar notes

The schedule at the Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre is typically organized by season, featuring a variety of shows that include concerts, theatrical performances, and community events. The calendar is updated regularly, so patrons are encouraged to check for new announcements and ticket availability.

Typical curtain times for evening performances are generally around 8:00 PM, while matinees are often scheduled for 2:00 PM on weekends. This allows for a flexible experience, accommodating both evening and afternoon audiences.

The box office is open for ticket purchases and inquiries during regular business hours. It is advisable to check the specific hours before visiting, as they may vary based on the performance schedule.

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