Galloway, N.J. — The holidays are in full swing at Stockton University’s Performing Arts Center.

Several performances by Stockton’s School of Arts & Humanities and guest artists will take place on the mainstage and in the Campus Center Theatre throughout December.  

“The Stockton University Performing Arts Center is thrilled to present a truly festive lineup for December that celebrates the many facets of the holiday season,” said PAC director Anjanette Christy. “With guest artists and student performers sharing their talents across our stage, this season’s variety of performances reflects the rich diversity and spirit of our community — making Stockton’s Performing Arts Center the perfect destination for holiday entertainment this year.”

Here’s a closer look at December’s performances:  

The LeeVees Hanukkah  

The Festival of Lights just got brighter with the LeeVees scheduled to take over the mainstage of Stockton University’s Performing Arts Center at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 7. 

Adam Gardner, of Guster, and Dave Schneider, of The Zambonis, formed the LeeVees to bridge the holiday music gap with Hanukkah hits that have been featured on shows like “Grey’s Anatomy” and “The Cleveland Show.”  

Audiences can expect a performance full of laughter, energy and fresh music to celebrate the holiday season from the Jewish groups’ hit album “Chanukah Rocks,” which NPR called “the best holiday record of the decade.”   

Tickets are $30, $27 for senior citizens (65+) and military, $25 for Stockton alumni, $20 for Stockton faculty and staff, $18 for youth 17 and under and $12 for Stockton students. 

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Stockton Holiday Choral Concert  

Stockton University’s Music program is set to host their annual choral concert at 7 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 7, in the Campus Center Theatre.  

The evening will include a blend of holiday favorites and moving melodies, and the performance will feature singers from the Stockton Chorale, University Chorus and the Stockton Oratorio Society.

Tickets are $15, $12 for senior citizens (65+), youth 17 and under, military, Stockton alumni, faculty, staff and students. 

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‘The Nutcracker’ by the Atlantic City Ballet  

“The Nutcracker” presented by the Atlantic City Ballet returns to Stockton University’s campus for three performances at the Performing Arts Center on Friday, Dec. 12, and Saturday, Dec. 13.

The classic tale of a little girl named Clara and her magical nutcracker doll on Christmas Eve will be performed at 7 p.m. on Friday and 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Saturday.

Tickets are $42, $38 for senior citizens (65+) and military, $37 for Stockton alumni, $32 for Stockton faculty and staff, $18 for youth 17 and under and $12 for Stockton students. 

Audiences, young and old, are invited to this cherished tradition. School groups and home-schooled children also have the opportunity to attend a student matinee at a special price at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 12. All tickets are $15 but must be reserved. 

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‘Singing in the Holidays’ by the Bay Atlantic Symphony

Soprano Natalie Conte will perform with the symphony at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 14 at the Performing Arts Center.

Conte will sing Italian American Pietro Yon’s beloved “Gesu Bambino” as well as “O Holy Night.” Also enjoy “Feliz Navidad” and two carol singalongs, one with the orchestra and the other gathered around the piano with the maestro. “Voces de Corazon” and the Children’s Choir of Southern New Jersey will add to the joyful holiday celebration.

Tickets are $40, $35 for Stockton alumni, $30 for Stockton faculty and staff and $12 for Stockton students. 

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Ed Vezinho & The Jim Ward Big Band: A Charlie Brown Christmas 

Stockton University’s resident big band is returning for another evening of holiday hits at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 15, in the Campus Center Theatre.  

Ed Vezinho & the Jim Ward Big Band will perform songs inspired by “A Charlie Brown Christmas” for their annual concert.  

Tickets are $15, $12 for senior citizens (65+), youth 17 and under, military, Stockton alumni, faculty, staff and students. 

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