The Man In Black: Tribute To Johnny Cash at Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre

A TRIBUTE TO JOHNNY CASH

THE MAN IN BLACK.

This  incredible tribute show, The Man In Black: Tribute To Johnny Cash, is set to make an appearance at the Hackensack Meridian Health Theater at the Count Basie Center for the Arts in Red Bank, New Jersey, on Friday, 6th February 2026. In this full-spectrum Johnny Cash tribute show, covering Cash's early recordings at Sun Records through to his later American Recordings favorites, Shawn Barker and his touring band deliver impeccably. Hear once again the ballads of "The Ring of Fire" and the light-hearted sing-song " A Boy Named Sue," and countless others.

With tickets starting from $50. This performance delivers an incredible evening of fun and superb music from one of the best country musicians of all time. A true legend.

SHAWN BAKER - THE MAN IN BLACK  

Shawn Barker, fronting for The Man In Black – A Tribute To Johnny Cash, has built a reputation as one of the most faithful Cash tributes touring today. Barker’s deep baritone, physical likeness, and stage mannerisms vividly mirror the original “Man in Black,” creating a live experience that feels like a musical documentary of Cash’s life. Audiences can expect to hear signature songs like “Folsom Prison Blues,” along with favorites such as “Hurt.” Performed by a tight backing band that captures the vintage sound while keeping the energy sharp. The show typically shifts from the rockabilly "Ring of Fire" and the classic country of "A Boy Named Sue." through to gospel-flavored tunes. Barker has played this tribute right across North America, through Europe, and into Australia, surpassing 1,000 shows and selling hundreds of thousands of tickets. All this has helped cement the production as a go-to Johnny Cash celebration for venues around the globe. Recent reviews highlight Cash's characteristic detailed storytelling between his songs and the emotional punch of later-era material,  like “Hurt” and “The Man Comes Around.”

HACKENSACK MERIDIAN HEALTH THEATER AT THE COUNT BASIE CENTER FOR THE ARTS IN RED BANK, NEW JERSEY. 

 The historic Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre at 99 Monmouth Street in Red Bank, New Jersey, first opened its doors to the public in 1926. As part of the historic Count Basie Center for the Arts, the entertainment venue combines restored vintage character with modern production. Most of the guests, numbering just over 1,500, can be accommodated in the lower-level orchestra, with the remaining audience seated in the loge and the upper balcony levels. Impeccable sound and acoustic qualities are the order of the day at this historic theater, and recent upgrades and policies include enhanced accessibility in the orchestra level, automatic entry doors, ADA-compliant restrooms, assisted listening devices, and clearly posted bag guidelines to streamline entry. 

Should you need any further information, please reach out to the box office directly at 732-842-9000.

TICKETS AND OTHER INFORMATION. 

Tickets for The Man In Black: Tribute To Johnny Cash on Friday, 6th February 2026, start from $50. An absolute giveaway price for an evening of iconic music. Because this tribute continues to tour actively and dates in the region are limited, availability can tighten quickly, especially for central orchestra sections. Get your tickets through the trusted resale platform, the Ticket Squeeze platform, which focuses on verified tickets and straightforward pricing. Once you find the seats that match your budget and view preference, tap the “buy tickets” link to lock them in before the best options are taken.

Should this concert be cancelled for any reason, tickets will be refunded provided they were bought from a verified vendor, from TicketSqueeze, or from the venue box office. If the concert is postponed, any tickets sold will be legal and usable for the rescheduled date.