Robert Glasper & Bilal at Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre

The sounds of two of the world's greatest jazz and Modern Jazz and Soul artists are being performed live in the lively setting of the Modern Theater of Red Bank NJ- at the Hackensack Meridian Health Theater at the Count Basie Center for the Arts. on Wednesday, August 26th, 2026. Two of modern music's most outstanding performances are by Robert Glasper and Bilal for this evening of Jazz, R&B & Neo-Soul hits- with ticket prices beginning at $57.

Bilal

Bilal is a revolutionary artist in the world of modern R&B. With his Jazz influenced soulfulness he brings a freedom to his music that is truly memorable and his raw passion is felt throughout. With a four octave voice he can sing just about any style of song and bring the same amount of depth and nuance to a simple melody as he would to a very complex song. In recent years he has collaborated with artists such as Kendrick Lamar, Drake, Common and many others. In the past few years he has also released a couple of records of his own including his 2015 release of 'In Another Life' and his 2013 release of 'A Love Surreal'. 'A Soul Suresal' is a very experimental R&B record that really pushes the boundaries of the genre.

Robert Glasper

Robert Glasper - Known as one of the most powerful and influential jazz musicians working today, Glasper brings his innovative approach to jazz piano to the stage in performances that draw from a wide array of styles and influences. Glasper's celebrated 2012 release Black Radio is a groundbreaking collection of jazz integrated with hip-hop, R&B and rock that earned Glasper the Grammy Award for Best R&B Album. His subsequent releases, Black Radio 2 and Everything Must Change, continue to explore the boundaries of Glasper's evolving sound incorporating elements of jazz, funk, R&B, rock and more. His latest work continues to explore the intersection of jazz, hip-hop and R&B. In addition to three Grammy Awards, Robert Glasper has received praise from many major publications and media outlets for his incredible skill and innovative compositions. A true master of jazz piano in his own right, Glasper is able to traverse decades of musical expression to bring a distinctive and fresh new take to the genre. Located in the core of Red Bank, New Jersey, this historic theater gives you an friendly concert environment. The theater includes comfortable seating that lets you to settle in throughout the full evening The Hackensack Meridian Health theater at the Count Basie Center for the Arts is an iconic venue in the Red Bank, NJ area where there are many other entertainment options. The theater offers beautiful seating and a fantastic sound system to fully bring out the many characteristics of any show. The Count Basie Center for the Arts' theater is a venue that can hold up to 1,568 patrons and has an Orchestra seating area, a Mezzanine seating area and a Balcony seating area. Each section offers its own perspective to viewing the same show. The Count Basie Center can be contacted at 732-842-9000.

Parking

For information about the parking lots located throughout the town of Red Bank and their proximity to the venue, please call us at 732-842-9000. Street parking is also available right in front of the theater.

Ticketing Options

As for purchasing tickets for the show, they can be obtained online from Ticket Squeeze's online store or at the ticket office located at the venue Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre at the Count Basie Center for the Arts. Ticket prices start at $57 for this show. Click on the "buy tickets" button above to acquire tickets for the evening's show now.