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Wharton Arts Presents Holiday Cabaret Benefit
Celebrating 40 Years of Community Through the Arts
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ—The Wharton Performing Arts School (PAS) invites the community to its annual Holiday Cabaret, which, for the first time, will be held as a benefit to support PAS’ programs. The festive evening of performances takes place on Friday, December 12, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at the Wharton Black Box Theater, 60 Locust Avenue, Berkeley Heights, with a pre-concert reception beginning at 6:00 p.m.
This year’s benefit celebrates 40 years of creativity, connection, and impact, featuring dazzling performances by Wharton Arts students and faculty. Guests will enjoy light fare, beer, wine, and soft drinks included with their tickets.
The evening will also include a silent auction and 50/50 raffle, with all proceeds supporting PAS programs. Kids of all ages can enjoy the festive lobby and photo booth, making this a fun and memorable night for the whole family. A silent auction will soon debut, offering a curated collection of local dining, bakery delights, premium wines, and rejuvenating spa packages.
Said Performing Arts School Director Debra Joyal, “We are thrilled to invite you to our annual Holiday Cabaret, a dazzling evening of song and festive cheer. Come celebrate the season, our history, and the bright future of PAS as we toast to our 40th anniversary.”
“We are excited to mark this milestone year by turning the beloved Holiday Cabaret into a benefit,” said Nancy Tagle, Wharton Arts Director of Development. “We invite the community to join us as we raise our voices, and the curtain, for 40 more years of inspiration, artistic excellence, and growth.”
Tickets are $65 per person, with a Family Four-Pack available for $234. Sponsorships are also available, including premium seating. Proceeds will directly support Wharton Arts’ programs, scholarships, and mission-driven initiatives that provide transformative arts education to students of all ages.
For tickets and sponsorship opportunities, visit holidaycabaret.givesmart.com.
The Wharton Performing Arts School is proud to be part of Wharton Arts, New Jersey’s largest independent non-profit community performing arts education center, serving nearly 2,000 students each year through a wide range of programs. PAS has been nurturing artistic excellence and creativity in the community for 40 years. Offering programs in music and performing arts, the school empowers students to develop their talents, confidence, and lifelong appreciation for the arts.
