August 2026 President's Note: Congratulations to Our Nominees!
Congratulations to all of the 2026 NJACT Perry Award nominees! I am so proud of everyone who helped make the 2025–2026 season such a success. From the performers and directors to the musicians, designers, technicians, stage managers, volunteers, and everyone working behind the scenes, thank you for another incredible year of community theater! As I always say, we are all winners. If I could, I would hand a Perry Award to every single one of you!
Now it’s time to celebrate! And let’s get this party started!
The 2026 NJACT Perry Awards Ceremony will take place on Sunday, October 4th, at the Strand Center for the Arts in Lakewood, New Jersey. Tickets are now on sale, and I encourage you to purchase them early to take advantage of our Early Bird pricing and to get the best seats available! Doors open at 5:30pm, and the ceremony begins at 7:00pm. I hope to see all of you there as we celebrate another outstanding season together.
We are already well into a new reviewer season, so I encourage everyone to get out and support community theater across New Jersey. Visit a theater you’ve never been to before, make a day of it, enjoy a local restaurant, and experience all that our state has. One of the best parts of NJACT is discovering new theaters and meeting new people! I challenge all of our reviewers to see at least ONE show before the end of December, so everything isn’t crammed in at the end of the year. Let’s do this!
I’d also like to remind everyone that it’s never too early to submit your Special Award nominations. If you see an outstanding Stage Manager, a deserving volunteer, or someone who has made a lasting impact on your theater, send in your nominations throughout the season. Waiting until the end of the year makes it easy to forget someone who truly deserves recognition!
Thank you again for everything you do for NJACT and for community theater in New Jersey. Enjoy the rest of your summer, break a leg, and I’ll see you at the theater!
The 2026 NJACT Perry Awards Ceremony
Early Bird Tickets Now Available for the 2026 NJACT Perry Awards Ceremony
Take advantage of our Early Bird pricing and reserve your seats for the 2026 NJACT Perry Awards Ceremony before August 31st!
Ticket Prices
- Early Bird: $47 (available through August 31st)
- Regular Admission: $52 (September 1st through October 4th, the day of the event)\
Click here for tickets: https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/33634782/2026-njact-perry-awards-lakewood-the-strand-theater
Please note that a $2 processing fee applies to all ticket purchases.
Join us as we celebrate the remarkable achievements of New Jersey’s community theater artists, volunteers, and organizations during an unforgettable evening recognizing excellence across our state.
We look forward to celebrating with you!
Interested in placing an AD in the 2026 NJACT Perry Awards Program?
Placing an ad in the 2026 NJACT Perry Awards program is a wonderful way to recognize and celebrate your 2026 nominees, pay tribute to cherished members of our theater community who are no longer with us, or highlight the exciting productions, special events, and initiatives your organization has planned for the coming season!
Your support helps make the Perry Awards possible while showcasing the incredible passion, talent, and dedication that define New Jersey community theater. It’s a meaningful opportunity to celebrate our community and help ensure it continues to thrive for years to come.
Full page – $40.00
Half page – $25.00
Quarter page – $15.00
Please email your ad to ads@njact.org with the following information listed below:
● Name
● Theater
● Contact Email
● Contact Number
● Ad Size*
● Amount Enclosed
● Ads can be in black and white or in color…your preference!
● Please attach JPEGs to your email.
Deadline for all ad submissions is September 10, 2026.
*Ad sizes are based on an 8.5 inch wide (W) x 11 inch high (H) digital program and should be sized as follows:
Full Page – 8.5” W x 11” H (768px W x 1056px H)
Half Page – 8.5” W x 5.5” H (768px W x 528px H)
Quarter Page – 4.25” W x 5.5” H (408px W x 528px H)
All ads should be sent as high-resolution image files; PNG and JPG are preferred. PDF files accepted. The visual quality of ads in the finished program reflects the original file sent and cannot be adjusted. Please plan and design accordingly.
Payment can be made via Venmo (@NJACTPerryAwards) using the button at the bottom of our website at www.njact.org, or by check. Checks should be made out to NJ Perry Awards and mailed to:
NJACT 110 Daffodil Dr., Jackson, NJ 08527
Questions? Please email us at info@njact.org!
A Flashback to our 2023 Ceremony Venue Reveal!
Getting to Know You with PJ Campacci
NJACT Perry Awards is pleased to present Episode 6 of “Getting to Know You with PJ Campacci” — a monthly show where our President will interview member theaters to discuss their experiences in NJ theater. This month’s episode features Rob Michael Lasky from The MTM Players.
Check out previous episodes and other videos may be found on our NJACT Videos YouTube channel!
