Nicholas Payton live in Newark

Experience Nicholas Payton live on November 14th

Nicholas Payton will perform at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) in Newark, New Jersey on November 14, 2026. Payton is a contemporary jazz trumpeter, composer, and multi-instrumentalist known for his expansive musical approach. His style blends traditional New Orleans jazz with elements of bebop, post-bop, R&B, hip-hop, and electronic music; he often refers to his music as “P.N.F.” – Post-New Orleans Fusion – reflecting a desire to move beyond genre constraints while honoring his heritage. He has released over twenty albums as a leader and collaborated with a diverse range of artists.

The New Jersey Performing Arts Center opened in 1997 as part of a larger urban revitalization effort for Newark. It is the state’s largest performing arts center and serves as a hub for arts and cultural programming in the region. NJPAC features multiple performance spaces including the Prudential Hall (a large theater suitable for Broadway-scale productions), the Victoria Theater (a more intimate proscenium theater), and smaller studio spaces. The complex also houses offices for several arts organizations and educational facilities dedicated to arts training.