Independent Arts News Reporting McCarter Theatre Center Presents a Week of Music and Dance with Mariza, Cécile McLorin Salvant, London City Ballet, and Suzanne Vega
Reported on Tuesday, October 27, 2026.
Pictured Above: Mariza Comes to McCarter Theatre. Photo Credit: Contributed.
NEWSROOM POST: PRINCETON, NEW JERSEY
McCarter Theatre in Princeton Welcomes Mariza, Cécile McLorin Salvant, London City Ballet and Suzanne Vega
Princeton, NJ —From the music of Portugal to jazz, contemporary ballet, and some of the most recognizable songs in contemporary songwriting, McCarter Theatre Center welcomes four distinctive performances in early November: Mariza, Cécile McLorin Salvant, London City Ballet, and Suzanne Vega.
Mariza | October 29 at 7:30 PM
Portuguese singer Mariza brings the sound and spirit of fado to McCarter. Known for its emotional depth and sense of saudade, a Portuguese word that speaks to longing and yearning, fado has deep roots in Portugal’s musical traditions. Mariza honors that history while exploring new directions, including on her latest album, Amor.
Make an evening of it at McCarter! The lobby is open to the public from 5:30 to 7:30 PM, with discounted drinks and snacks during happy hour from 5:30 to 6:30 PM. At 6 PM, Portuguese duo maiseu, featuring vocalist Joana Camões and guitarist Miguel Samarão, performs live in the Lockwood Lobby. No show ticket is required to enjoy happy hour.
Cécile McLorin Salvant | November 1 at 6 PM
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A three-time Grammy Award winner, Cécile McLorin Salvant is one of the leading voices in jazz today. A composer, singer, and visual artist, she approaches songs as stories, moving among jazz, blues, vaudeville, folk, baroque, and other musical traditions. Her performances bring fresh perspectives to familiar songs and introduce audiences to lesser-known musical gems.
London City Ballet | November 4 at 7 PM
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London City Ballet makes its McCarter debut with a program that brings together established works and new choreography. Ashley Page’s Mephisto Waltz opens the evening, followed by Jerome Robbins’ rarely seen Quiet City, choreographed for three male dancers, and Soon, a new work by rising choreographer Tasha Chu. The program concludes with Glen Tetley’s Firebird, revived in his centenary year.
Suzanne Vega | November 6 at 8 PM
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Suzanne Vega brings a career-spanning selection of songs to McCarter, including favorites such as “Tom’s Diner,” “Luka,” and “Marlene on the Wall,” along with songs from her 2025 album, Flying with Angels. She’ll be joined by longtime guitarist Gerry Leonard, known for his work with David Bowie, and cellist Stephanie Winters. Since the release of her self-titled debut album in 1985, Vega has made a lasting impression with her distinctive voice and songs that find meaning in the details of everyday life.
Tickets are available at mccarter.org. McCarter Theatre Center is located at 91 University Place in Princeton, New Jersey.
