tickets visit about education support my account language mission &history The New Jersey Performing Arts Center, by celebrating diversity, shall be America’s foremost urban presenter of arts and entertainment, a creative and effective leader in arts education for children, a convener of useful and enlightening civic engagement events, and a catalyst for economic development in its home city of Newark. NJPAC has been an anchor institution since our inception: hyperlocal, grounded in our community, advancing initiatives that drive change in our city and beyond. John Schreiber NJPAC President & CEO (2011 – present) Governor Tom Kean’s original idea for a flagship performing arts center was articulated more than 30 years ago. He envisioned a magnificent cultural home for the greatest artists in the world. John Schreiber NJPAC President & CEO (2011 – present) I was convinced that Newark was where it ought to be located. And that the Arts Center could be a tremendous force for good in Newark. The Honorable Thomas H. Kean NJ Governor (1982 – 1990) We felt this building had to be of the city, not a separate part of the city. The idea was to make a room where you could bring almost 3,000 people together and make a strong connection to the arts and the artists in a setting that feels intimate. That’s what it’s all about. Barton Myers NJPAC Architect We wanted this arts center to be different, for everyone to feel welcome and invested. Lawrence P. Goldman NJPAC Founding President & CEO Establishing a relationship with children was a big priority coming out of the gate. We wanted ours to be a program where students could work with pros. Philip Thomas NJPAC Founding VP for Arts Education NJPAC is one of our largest providers of arts education. To have an outlet for children to be able to express what they’re feeling… it can be very freeing and exciting. Irene Cooper-Basch Executive Officer, Victoria Foundation The Arts Center has really helped to cement in people’s minds the idea that Newark is a destination for great cultural activities. Lata Reddy SVP of Diversity, Inclusion & Impact, Prudential Financial I think NJPAC has had an extraordinary impact on the city and the city on it. It’s that two-way relationship that’s so vibrant and important. Nancy Cantor Chancellor, Rutgers University-Newark NJPAC’s greatest gift is its willingness to invest in the lives of the people who reside in the community, and it does so in a culturally competent way. It’s led by people who are genuinely devoted to elevating lives. Barry H. Ostrowsky NJPAC Board Co-chair (2019 – present) 1 center street newark, nj 07102 1.888.696.5722 accessibility about our story our impact contact us venue rentals careers njpac productions community engagement accessibility reports and financials tickets & events box office directions & parking group sales calendar ticket discounts gift certificates faq education classes for students scholarships schooltime performances school assemblies in-school residencies professional development teacher resources contact education sponsors Learn more about our generous sponsors. facebook twitter instagram youtube © 2021 new jersey performing arts center privacy policy terms & conditions