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Andrea Stephenson

Andrea Stephenson’s love of music and theatre was nurtured by her parents. She started performing as a singer and actor in elementary school, and her passion for the performing arts grew throughout the years. As a psychology student at Juniata College, Andrea performed with a touring choir and founded a Musical Theatre Club. It was during this time that she explored life behind the scenes as a stage manager and as a director. After a bit of a theatre drought while getting her Ph.D. in Philosophy, Andrea returned to central PA and jumped into the community theatre scene at The Belmont Theatre in York. Since then, she has become involved in shows at Gettysburg Community Theatre, Hanover Little Theatre, DreamWrights Center for Community Arts, Little Theatre of Mechanicsburg, and Theatre Harrisburg.

Along with appearing on stage, Andrea has stage managed and directed multiple shows over the last ten years. Her favorite acting experiences include portraying Florence in The Odd Couple (Female Version), Sister James in Doubt, and Vivian Snustad in The Church Basement Ladies. She has directed over 15 shows; among her directing credits are Sex Please, We're SixtyGirls' WeekendRing of Fire; Love, Sex, and the IRS; Charlie Brown Christmas; Polyester; Drinking Habits; and Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead. In her non-theatre life, Andrea works as an optician. She loves writing reviews under the careful supervision of her cats.




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First Show:

The Phantom of the Opera

Favorite Show:

Next to Normal



Review: VOICES OF THE EIGHTH (VOTE): CHRONICLES II, STORIES FROM HARRISBURG'S OLD EIGHTH WARD at Sankofa African American Theatre Company at Gamut Theatre
Review: VOICES OF THE EIGHTH (VOTE): CHRONICLES II, STORIES FROM HARRISBURG'S OLD EIGHTH WARD at Sankofa African American Theatre Company at Gamut Theatre
February 5, 2023

The entire production, including lights, sound, costumes, and set, come together to create a beautiful tapestry of art and history. The actors give performances that are heartfelt and passionate, bringing an intensity to the stage that captures the heart and mind.

Review: BOEING-BOEING at DreamWrights Center For Community Arts
Review: BOEING-BOEING at DreamWrights Center For Community Arts
February 3, 2023

Boeing-Boeing is a fast-paced farce. Its success is dependent on good comedic timing and excellent chemistry between the actors. The cast of Boeing-Boeing at DreamWrights Center for Community Arts brings both of these elements to the stage.

Review: LEADING LADIES at Little Theatre of Mechanicsburg
Review: LEADING LADIES at Little Theatre of Mechanicsburg
January 28, 2023

This production of Leading Ladies is one of the funniest this reviewer has seen. The intimate theatre at Little Theatre of Mechanicsburg puts the audience right in the middle of the action. Anyone who needs a good laugh should get their tickets for Leading Ladies before it’s too late.

Interview: Victor And Kelly Legarreta of AGATHA CHRISTIE'S MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
Interview: Victor And Kelly Legarreta of AGATHA CHRISTIE'S MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
January 18, 2023

Mystery fans can see Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre January 20-February 18.

Review: VERDICT at Oyster Mill Playhouse
Review: VERDICT at Oyster Mill Playhouse
January 15, 2023

This is a moving story of love, choices, and pain. Right and wrong are sometimes not so black and white. Many times people are blind to the effect their choices in life have on others. I highly recommend seeing this classic while showing at Oyster Mill Playhouse this month.

Review: SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD at Gettysburg Community Theatre
Review: SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD at Gettysburg Community Theatre
January 4, 2023

Audiences do not want to miss out on Songs for a New World at Gettysburg Community Theatre. Each element of this production comes together to create a truly moving experience. This challenging, beautiful, emotional, and inspiring musical takes the stage January 6-8, with opportunities to view it streaming on demand Saturday, January 14th.

Review: A STEAMPUNK CHRISTMAS CAROL at Players On High At The Carlisle Theatre
Review: A STEAMPUNK CHRISTMAS CAROL at Players On High At The Carlisle Theatre
December 11, 2022

Carlisle Theatre presents a creative and engaging version of A Christmas Carol. This production of A Steampunk Christmas Carol at Carlisle Theatre is fast-paced, high-energy, emotional, and filled with joy and hope. It is a performance you do not want to miss this holiday season.

Review: PETER AND THE STARCATCHER at DreamWrights Center for Community Arts
Review: PETER AND THE STARCATCHER at DreamWrights Center for Community Arts
December 10, 2022

Peter and the Starcatcher is a show full of imagination and magic. The cast and crew at DreamWrights present a lively and passionate production.

Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Open Stage
Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Open Stage
December 4, 2022

There is not a single weak link in this production. The entire cast and production team of Open Stage’s A Christmas Carol deserve a standing ovation for this performance. Get your tickets before it sells out.

Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL at TAFE - Theatre Arts For Everyone
Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL at TAFE - Theatre Arts For Everyone
December 3, 2022

This creative adaptation of A Christmas Carol runs a little long, but the sheer joy of the cast members as they bring this story to life draws the audience in and highlights the show’s message of joy, love, hope, and compassion.

Review: WHO'S HOLIDAY at Open Stage
Review: WHO'S HOLIDAY at Open Stage
November 27, 2022

Who’s Holiday is an adults-only comedy, perfect for a date night or a night out with friends. It is filled with comedy, rhyme, and surprisingly deep emotion. Who’s Holiday explores the ways in which life sometimes doesn’t turn out the way we expect it to. Get your tickets for an evening of laughter guaranteed to put you in the holiday spirit.

Review: 'TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS at Little Theatre Of Mechanicsburg
Review: 'TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS at Little Theatre Of Mechanicsburg
November 27, 2022

This adorable show will have audiences of all ages laughing and believing in the magic of the holiday. Take a break from the hustle and bustle of this busy time of year and bring the family to ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas.

Review: HONK! JR. at Gettysburg Community Theatre
Review: HONK! JR. at Gettysburg Community Theatre
November 20, 2022

Gettysburg Community Theatre’s Penguin Project brings Honk! Jr. to life. This production, which audience’s call “profoundly meaningful and inspiring”, is full of emotion—humor, sadness, fear, love, and hope. Get your tickets to see Honk! Jr. streaming on-demand November 25-27 and see these incredible performers soar.

Interview: Matt Michael of ELF THE MUSICAL at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
Interview: Matt Michael of ELF THE MUSICAL at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
November 15, 2022

Elf: The Musical has delighted audiences and has appeared on stages across the country every Christmas season. Dutch Apple’s Buddy the Elf, Matthew Michael, took some time out from a busy rehearsal schedule to chat with us about his experiences.

Review: GODSPELL at Hanover Little Theatre
Review: GODSPELL at Hanover Little Theatre
November 12, 2022

This production of Godspell is emotional and heartfelt. The sold-out opening night audience was brought to its feet in a well-deserved standing ovation.

Review: JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT at Theatre Harrisburg
Review: JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT at Theatre Harrisburg
November 6, 2022

With the right cast and production team, Joseph can be a big, bright, beautiful and engaging show. Theatre Harrisburg definitely delivers with their production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Every element of the production comes together to create a joyful theatre experience that audiences of all ages can enjoy.

Review: THE LARAMIE PROJECT at Oyster Mill Playhouse
Review: THE LARAMIE PROJECT at Oyster Mill Playhouse
November 5, 2022

The Laramie Project tells a story that is as important today as it was in the aftermath of the events on which it focuses. It is a story that reminds us of how far we still have to go in our striving for justice and equality. The cast and crew at Oyster Mill Playhouse bring this story to life in a way that speaks to the heart and soul.

Interview: Benjamin Krumreig of INNOCENT MERRIMENT; OR AN EVENING WITH GILBERT AND SULLIVAN! at Gamut Theatre
Interview: Benjamin Krumreig of INNOCENT MERRIMENT; OR AN EVENING WITH GILBERT AND SULLIVAN! at Gamut Theatre
November 3, 2022

For the first time, Gamut Theatre is presenting a musical revue for audiences to enjoy this fall. Innocent Merriment; or, An Evening with Gilbert and Sullivan!, will explore not only their musical prowess, but also their comedic flair, highlighting many of their well-known shows as well as some that may be new to audiences.

Review: THE 39 STEPS at DreamWrights Center For Community Arts
Review: THE 39 STEPS at DreamWrights Center For Community Arts
October 28, 2022

Director Jay Schmuck’s staging of this production of The 39 Steps is highly creative. The dialogue is lively and the physical comedy is mesmerizing and hilarious. The cast and crew have put together an immensely entertaining evening, so get your tickets quickly.

Review: A YORK YANKEE IN KING ARTHUR'S COURT at TAFE-Theatre Arts For Everyone
Review: A YORK YANKEE IN KING ARTHUR'S COURT at TAFE-Theatre Arts For Everyone
October 21, 2022

Director Unger and her team have done a wonderful job working with the cast to ensure that they delivered their lines clearly and loudly while embodying their characters. It is a delight to watch them bring A York Yankee in King Arthur’s Court: A Modern Take on a Classic to life. This is a show for audiences of all ages!



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