Mandy Patinkin Announces 2026 Jukebox Tour With Adam Ben-David, Including New York and New Jersey Performances
The actor-singer will launch a 14-city North American run from January to April 2026, featuring a trio of Being Alive concerts in NYC and Newark.
Mandy Patinkin will launch a 2026 North American tour described as a “Jukebox Tour,” accompanied by pianist Adam Ben-David, with dates set across performing arts centers, music halls, playhouses and theaters from January through April 2026. The 14-concert run is scheduled to weave Patinkin’s signature storytelling and song into a curated package that blends Broadway classics with American favorites and contemporary touches.
The leg includes three New York and New Jersey stops, starting with two New York City dates at the Peter Jay Sharpe Theatre on Wednesday, February 18, and Saturday, February 21. A little over two months later, Patinkin will headline at Newark’s New Jersey Performing Arts Center on Sunday, April 19. He described the outing on Instagram as a chance to sing some of his favorite songs from more than three decades on the road while continuing to tour the concert he’s been presenting under the title Being Alive. All three appearances in New York and New Jersey are billed as Being Alive shows, featuring Broadway, American standards and classic tunes from well-known names such as Stephen Sondheim and Irving Berlin, interwoven with stories from his life.
Ticket information for the 2026 shows is circulating on major platforms, including StubHub and Ticketmaster. Listings at press time indicated a broad range of prices depending on venue and seating, with the New York City performances fetching higher prices. For the Feb. 18 show in NYC, StubHub listed prices around $220 for some seats, while other dates showed a spectrum from roughly $59 to $327 including service fees on Ticketmaster and StubHub. Fans are encouraged to check multiple outlets to find seats that fit their budgets.
What fans can expect from Patinkin’s live shows has become a feature of his touring identity. In recent performances, he has delivered medleys, Broadway standards and covers by Randy Newman and Queen alongside Sondheim material, mixing in humor and personal anecdotes. Maryland Theatre Guide praised a January 2023 stop for its blend of nostalgia, storytelling and heartfelt performances, noting that the show offered “a night of song and story that evoked the nostalgia of childhood, the tumultuous nature of adolescence and parenthood, and the joy and grief of our shared humanity.” During a May concert in Kalamazoo, Set List FM documented a cross-section of material that included a School Days Medley, a Randy Newman selection, a Queen cover, and selections from Sondheim such as “Sorry-Grateful / Being Alive.” The set list reflected Patinkin’s penchant for weaving intimate narrative with diverse song choices.
Patinkin will be joined on piano by Adam Ben-David, a Broadway veteran whose conducting and accompaniment credits span renowned productions including The Book of Mormon, Spring Awakening, High Fidelity, Jersey Boys and Wicked, among others. Ben-David’s work on the tour underscores Patinkin’s aim to blend theatrical storytelling with a vivid musical landscape across a wide-ranging repertoire.
Beyond the stage, Patinkin remains active in film and television. IMDb lists a couple of projects in development, including November 1963, a drama tied to the assassination era, and The Painted Bride, which centers on a Baltimore-based narrative tied to family and duty. While these projects move forward, Patinkin’s touring schedule underscores a sustained focus on live performance, where he has long cultivated a devoted following through a blend of classic songs, personal reminiscence and a theater-singer’s craft.
Ben-David’s collaboration also signals a broader integration of Broadway-caliber musicianship with Patinkin’s onstage storytelling. The show format—both the Jukebox Tour and its Being Alive components—continues to position Patinkin as a multifaceted performer whose work traverses stage, screen and the intimate concert hall experience. For fans who have followed his career from The Princess Bride to Chicago Hope and beyond, the 2026 dates promise a familiar but fresh wave of songs, stories and shared humanity.
As the tour unfolds across North America, industry observers note that ticket prices tend to vary by market and venue, with early listings signaling substantial demand for Patinkin’s distinctive blend of song and story. The New York and New Jersey dates, in particular, are positioned as anchor moments within a larger circuit that will bring Patinkin to mid-sized performing arts venues across the country. Those planning to attend are advised to monitor official ticketing sites for updates, including the possibility of additional shows or changes to seating options.
Patinkin’s 2026 itinerary reflects a continued commitment to live performance, while keeping a respect for the intimate setting that has long defined his most memorable concert experiences. Whether revisiting beloved Broadway tunes, exploring American standards or unveiling new material, the tour is designed to offer fans a window into Patinkin’s decades-long journey as a singer, storyteller and actor. The Being Alive concept, in particular, serves as a throughline for audiences seeking a reflective, emotionally resonant evening that blends humor, nostalgia and lyrical depth.
As with many live tours, prices and availability are subject to change. Potential concertgoers are encouraged to check multiple outlets for the best seats and current pricing, and to verify the lineup and dates as the 2026 schedule progresses. The Mandy Patinkin 2026 Jukebox Tour and Being Alive performances mark a continuing chapter in a long-running public engagement with music, memory and theater.