Season Performances

Midnight at the Masquerade: Murder Mystery

A glamorous masquerade ball takes a deadly turn when a guest is unexpectedly murdered, leaving every masked socialite hiding secrets. Guests must trade clues, unravel mysteries, and expose the killer before they escape into the night. Dress to impress and step into an evening of intrigue, deception, and high-stakes suspense.

• When: February 6, 2026 at 7 p.m.
• Where: Brookdale Community College Performing Arts Center

The Cabaret Café: Jazz Night

Spend a romantic afternoon immersed in timeless melodies as The Cabaret Café presents Jazz Love Songs, featuring the extraordinary trio of Doug Clarke, Gary Mazzaroppi, and Audra Mariel. Celebrate Valentine’s season with soulful sets of American Songbook standards performed in intimate cocktail seating.

• When: February 15, 2026 at 2 p.m.
• Where: Brookdale Community College Performing Arts Center

Laugh Lab @ Brookdale

Get ready to laugh until you cry! Laugh Lab @ Brookdale is a brand-new adult-themed improv series where comedy gets tested, tried, and totally unhinged. Join us for unpredictable, high-energy nights of laughter in a relaxed cocktail-style setting with snacks available for purchase.

• When:
  • February 19, 2026 at 7 p.m.
  • February 20, 2026 at 7 p.m.
  • March 12, 2026 at 7 p.m.
  • March 13, 2026 at 7 p.m.
  • May 7, 2026 at 7 p.m.
  • May 8, 2026 at 7 p.m.
• Where: Brookdale Community College Performing Arts Center

I Love The 80’s To Death: Murder Mystery

Join us for I Love the 80s to Death — a totally radical, interactive whodunit packed with neon, nostalgia, and killer twists.

• When: March 7, 2026 at 7 p.m.
• Where: Brookdale Community College Performing Arts Center

The Cabaret Café: The Swing Era

Experience an intimate evening of swing with the extraordinary Barbara Baron, acclaimed vocalist for the Brookdale Big Band. She will be joined by the exceptional Professors Gary Mazzaroppi (bass) and Doug Clarke (guitar) for a captivating performance of timeless standards and lively swing tunes.

• When: March 8, 2026 at 2 p.m.
• Where: Brookdale Community College Performing Arts Center

Company — The Musical

Step into an immersive, in-the-round production of Stephen Sondheim’s Company, where you’ll feel like a guest at Bobby’s birthday party. Surrounded by music, laughter, and the complexities of modern relationships, follow Bobby as he navigates love, commitment, and friendship with iconic songs like “Being Alive” and “The Ladies Who Lunch.” This intimate staging brings Sondheim’s wit and warmth closer than ever before.

• When:
  • April 10, 2026 at 7 p.m.
  • April 11, 2026 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.
  • April 12, 2026 at 2 p.m.
  • April 17, 2026 at 7 p.m.
  • April 18, 2026 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.
  • April 19, 2026 at 2 p.m.
  • April 24, 2026 at 7 p.m.
  • April 25, 2026 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.
  • April 26, 2026 at 7 p.m.
• Where: Brookdale Community College Performing Arts Center

The Cabaret Café: Broadway Night

Step into a night of glitz, glamour, and unforgettable Broadway magic! From heart-stopping ballads to show-stopping hits, experience the songs you love performed live around the piano in an intimate, elegant cabaret setting. Sip on some signature drinks, and let the music sweep you away at your cozy cocktail table.

• When: May 2, 2026 at 7 p.m.
• Where: Brookdale Community College Performing Arts Center

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• Visit: Performing Arts Box Office, 765 Newman Springs Road, Lincroft, NJ 07738
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