New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC)

The New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC), a nonprofit arts organization, is a collaborative leader in Newark’s cultural and civic life, a catalyst of the city’s revitalization and a champion of its artistic spirit. Guided by an unwavering commitment to artistic excellence, NJPAC fulfills its mission by:

Producing and presenting world-class performances by music, dance, spoken word poetry and comedy artists, and insightful conversations with creators and changemakers, on its own stages and in venues across the region.

Advancing the city’s economic growth and cultural vitality through real estate development.

Nurturing the well-being and creativity of the communities it serves through accessible social impact initiatives, developed in collaboration with local partners and organizations, including:

Arts education and career development programs for students and educators, Public programs that use the arts to support health and well-being, Free arts experiences in neighborhoods across Greater Newark and the state.