The Last Comic Standing finalist from season 2 has since become a fully fledged comic in his own right, garnering critical acclaim for his DVDs and touring work. Known for his surreal observations on everyday situations, Gulman has held a myriad of jobs throughout his twenty years trying to break into the big time; barista, waiter, doorman, accountant and even a school scholarship football player. A gigantic six-foot, six-inch Bostonian, he has also performed on television comedy shows including Jay Leno, Jimmy Kimmel, David Letterman and John Oliver.

George Benson is quite simply a legend of modern jazz music. A tremendously skilled guitarist and vocalist, his ease with any genre he turns his hand to has meant huge crossover success; in 1976 Benson was the first musician to achieve a platinum-selling jazz album and went on to win an astounding 10 Grammy Awards. From bebop to pop, this musical great can do it all and with a charming smile to boot.

New Jersey Symphony Orchestra bring their season to a close with a grand finale program, featuring the talents of violinist Joshua Bell. The majestic climax of the show will be a bombastic performance of Stravinsky's masterpiece The Rite of Spring, the exhilarating ballet work which famously caused riots when it was first premiered in 1913.

Electro-pop powerhouse Halsey is known for pushing the envelopes of territory already explored by Lorde and Ellie Goulding, but bringing a darker swagger to the table. Now the young singer returns to North America with an incredibly special show, playing a classy run of dates with a live string ensemble!

A highlight of the North 2 Shore festival; join the longtime Late Night host Stephen Colbert for this one-off event in conversation with comedian, author, and producer Jim Gaffigan. As one of America's most beloved voices, Gaffigan began his career in New York in 1990. Originally aiming to become an actor, he was dared by a friend to take a stand-up class. The rest, as they say, is history!