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Shea Center for Performing Arts at William Paterson University Bringing talent to the foreground of your experience is our first goal.

Welcome to WP Presents, the portal providing access to information about performing arts programs produced and presented by the College of the Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences at William Paterson University. Our mission is to provide a spectrum of engaging and significant live performances, accessible to students and all members of our community, throughout the year. Fostering diversity and de

pth of experience follows. The performing arts represent not only what happens on a stage or in a concert hall, but what happens for you in the performing moment and after.

08/21/2026

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⛵ 🎵 Coming to Shea Center on March 13, 2027, Yacht Rock Gold Experience plays all the top Yacht Rock hits from the late 1970's-early 1980's. Celebrating the smooth sounds of the Doobie Brothers, Fleetwood Mac, Steely Dan, Christopher Cross, Kenny Loggins, Little River Band, Ambrosia, Boz Scaggs and so many more, Yacht Rock Gold Experience brings audiences back to a time when music made you feel good and soothed the soul. Put on your captain’s hat and let’s party “All Night Long.” 🥳

🎟 Grab the best seats in the house today! http://sheacenter.vbotickets.com/event/yacht_rock_gold_experience/205454

08/14/2026

🚨 Laughs and thrills are coming to Shea Center in February 2027...😂 ❤️‍🔥

🕺 🎶 Dance, sing along, and enjoy the hits like "Dancing Queen," "Waterloo," "Mamma Mia," "Gimme Gimme Gimme," and many more with SOS - Direct From Sweden - The Swedish ABBA Tribute on February 13. They deliver the closest live ABBA experience you’ll ever get with some of Sweden’s most experienced and talented singers and musicians. You will be up on your feet the entire show!

🤣 🎤 On February 27, laugh along with the stand-up comedian, actor, and author Colin Quinn known for his appearances on Saturday Night Live, MTV, Comedy Central, and his Broadway and Off-Broadway shows.

🎟 Grab the best seats in the house today! https://sheacenter.vbotickets.com/events

08/07/2026

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🏙️ ✊🏼 We are proud to present Grand Pistachio's "Layer the Walls - Part 1: Turn of the Century" for public and school audiences on November 14 & 15. This timely theater piece for young audiences and people of all ages focuses on immigration and stories of systemic discrimination and resilience. At the NYC Tenement Museum, 40 layers of wallpaper were found on the walls of an old apartment. Each piece had been applied by a new immigrant family – every layer filled with hopes, dreams, and incredible stories of survival. Using puppetry, masks and live action, "Layer the Walls" honors the voices of people often forgotten in history books. As layers of the set are peeled away, the characters’ stories of immigration are revealed; reminding us of the prejudice our country has faced in the past to more effectively examine the challenges we face today.

🗽 "Layer the Walls - Part 1: Turn of the Century" spans 1870-1909, including stories of an Irish immigrant who helps build the Brooklyn Bridge, Italian brothers who survive the blizzard of 1888, and two Jewish teenagers who join the Garment Workers Strike of 1909. Each performance is followed by an audience talk-back session.

🧱 📝 In the Shea Center lobby, there will be a "Community Wall" installation – a structure that looks like part of the set – in which audience members are invited to write their own stories of migration/immigration on pieces of wallpaper and tape them to the wall.

🎭 This engagement is supported by the Mid Atlantic Presenter Initiatives (MAPI), a program of Mid Atlantic Arts.

🎟 Get your tickets today! https://sheacenter.vbotickets.com/events We strongly encourage calling the box office at 973.720.2371 for school reservations.

08/03/2026

http://sheacenter.vbotickets.com/event/heroes_for_ghosts_-_pink_floyd_tribute/197092
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Heroes for Ghosts is a premier Pink Floyd tribute band renowned for their captivating performances and meticulous attention to detail. With a deep reverence for Pink Floyd's timeless music, the band creates an immersive experience that transports audiences through the iconic sounds, visuals, and atmosphere of the original legends. The musicians masterfully recreate Pink Floyd’s signature style, blending rich instrumentation, evocative vocals, and mesmerizing light shows. From the haunting melodies of The Dark Side of the Moon to the sprawling soundscapes of Wish You Were Here and the anthemic brilliance of The Wall, the band delivers an unforgettable journey through Pink Floyd’s legendary catalog.

Heroes for Ghosts doesn't just perform Pink Floyd's music—they honor its legacy, creating a show that resonates with both lifelong fans and new listeners. Whether it's the soulful guitar solos, atmospheric synths, or immersive stage presence, every aspect of their performance is designed to evoke the magic of one of rock's most iconic bands. What sets Heroes for Ghosts apart from other tribute acts is their unique ability to bring together the raw energy of a club band with the polish and professionalism of a theater stage act, creating and experience that has fans coming back over and over.

07/31/2026

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🎸 Jim Messina's legacy of musical genius spans five decades, three super groups, a vibrant solo career and scores of producing and engineering credits. Jim helped define the Country Rock genre. He also gave us hits like “Danny's Song,” “Your Mama Don’t Dance,” “House on Pooh Corner” and “Angry Eyes.” On November 13th, Jim will play his classic hits, plus music from his band The Road Runners' new album, "Here, There & Everywhere."

🎉 🎄 Celebrating 10 years as the most beloved holiday traditions, Jessica Lynn's A Very Merry Classic Christmas returns to Shea Center in Wayne, NJ on December 16th. This heartwarming, family-friendly spectacular features Jessica and her family band alongside high-energy dancers, marching bands, choirs, breathtaking special effects, and the timeless Christmas classics everyone loves.

🎟 Grab the best seats in the house today! https://sheacenter.vbotickets.com/events

07/28/2026

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🎵 ✍️ The undisputed hitmaker Jim Messina is coming to Shea Center in Wayne, NJ on November 13th. Messina brings his band, The Road Runners, and performs a show that highlights Messina’s musical career, spanning the decades, that includes three super groups: Buffalo Springfield, Poco, and Loggins & Messina. 🎸

🎟 Tickets go on sale this Friday, July 31st at 10:00 a.m. Visit wp-presents.org for more details.

07/27/2026

Heroes for Ghosts comes to William Paterson Univeristy November 21st, 2026 with all the Pink Floyd classics. Don't miss this awesome show! Tix on sale now! http://sheacenter.vbotickets.com/event/heroes_for_ghosts_-_pink_floyd_tribute/197092

07/24/2026

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🏖️ As we wrap up Summer Jazz week, there are still fun times ahead. 😜

🎷We're excited to announce the Fall 2026 Jazz Room Series lineup, featuring Vincent Gardner of Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra; a Miles Davis Centennial Celebration with Todd Coolman's all-star band; the super trio of Christian McBride, Bill Charlap, and Kenny Washington; Carl Allen's Art Blakey Alumni Band; and Bob Mintzer of the Yellowjackets, with the WP Jazz Orchestra. It doesn't get any better than this. 🥳

🎶 📻 WBGO is the official media sponsor of The Jazz Room at William Paterson University.

🎟 Tickets are officially on sale for the Fall 2026 season. Grab the best seats in the house today! https://sheacenter.vbotickets.com/events

07/17/2026

Drummer, composer, arranger, and this year's Summer Jazz Workshop Artist-in-Residence, Dennis Mackrel has led the legendary Count Basie Orchestra and performed with some of jazz's most iconic ensembles. Join us as we celebrate the grand finale of William Paterson's Annual Summer Jazz Room.

Media Sponsored by WBGO

Get your tickets today at wppresents.org

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300 Pompton Road
Wayne, NJ
07470

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Monday	10am - 2pm
Tuesday	10am - 4pm
Wednesday	10am - 4pm
Thursday	10am - 4pm

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(973) 720-2371

Website

http://www.wp-presents.org/

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