CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA THEATER REVIEWS

This is a high energy show with an almost improv feel with lots of physical comedy. Many cast members were tasked with playing multiple parts, and I was impressed as always with their talent at creating a completely different character with a separate set of mannerisms, voices, and running gags. Som...

The Sunday funnies leap from page to stage as Keystone Theatrics presents You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown. This fluffy show is full of cheer and catchy songs...

For those who enjoy the suspense and satisfaction of solving a murder mystery, Fulton Theatre’s And Then There Were None is the show to see. The production skews the norms of traditional theatre, presenting audiences with a game to be played rather than a story to be experienced...

Susquehanna Stage’s production of Misery is a gripping and unexpectedly funny ride, thanks to standout performances, inventive design, and innovative direction....

Ephraim Slaughter: Freedom’s Witness a beautifully written script, and this production of the work presented by Sankofa African American Theatre Company and Gamut Theatre Group is one you do not want to miss....

What did our critic think of LITTLE SHOP OF HORROR at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre?...

The cast, creative team, and playwright of Stoney Brook present a fast-paced, relatable show that takes audiences on an emotional roller-coaster ride....

Whether you are team Cathy or team Jaime, everyone who sees this show will be team Theatre Harrisburg. The creative team, band, and cast have created a relatable, heart-wrenching production of filled with unbelievable talent both on stage and off....

The Scenic Designer, Billy Ferrell, and the Costume Designer, Simone Davis, worked together to create a fun, modern twist with a 60’s hippie flare to the production. You first meet the Athenians and discover the love triangles between all teens. Mylah Schmitt (Hermia) especially stood out with her...

Next to Normal is a show that sticks with you, speaking to the complexities of the human mind, emotions, and relationships. This production at Twin Valley Players Colonnade only has two performances left, so don’t miss out on seeing Next to Normal....

Every Brilliant Thing is a beautiful story filled with the joyfulness and randomness associated with sharing the stage with strangers. Go see it. Then go see it again. Right now, we all could use more positivity in our lives....

This experience at Gettysburg Community Theatre shows that with the right cast and in the right venue, Matilda is a magical and captivating production. This is a show you do not want to miss....

Eighteen years ago, the OrangeMite Shakespeare Company began a journey to bring every one of Shakespeare’s plays to the stage. They have reached the 39th and final play with Shakespeare’s epic tragedy, King Lear. OrangeMite’s King Lear is onstage January 17th, 18th, and 25th at the Appell Cent...

The intimacy of the theatre at Little Theatre of Mechanicsburg makes it the perfect venue for Death of a Salesman. The cast and crew have created a devastatingly beautiful and touching production that is riveting and heart-wrenching....

Dutch Apple Dinner Theater is ready for some fun and games with their 301st production, Clue, the Musical.  Based on the classic board game, Clue includes all of your favorites, including Mrs. White (Taylor Noli), Miss Scarlett (Laura Elizabeth Flanagan), Mr. Green (Zachary Ryan), Colonel Mustar...

Murder, attempted murder, adultery, treachery, deception, and a desire for justice—Rule of Thumb, a series of one act murder mysteries by Agatha Christie has it all. ...

What did our critic think of STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Susquehanna Stage?...

Buddy, played by Lily Ganong in tonight’s show, was as funny and energetic as ever. He meets his grumpy father, played by Dawn Motter, and chaos ensues all over New York City. Jovie, played by Eve Haag, was sassy, and I enjoyed her song “Never Fall in Love (with an Elf).” And of course, there ...

At a time in which it is easy to feel like who you are is not enough, this production reminds us all that we never have to be anyone other than who we are. What a beautiful message for us all to keep in our hearts. Gettysburg Community Theatre’s Penguin Project is a gift to the actors, the product...

This is one of the most enjoyable versions of A Christmas Carol this reviewer has seen in recent years—it is unique and entertaining, while maintaining the classic storyline and its underlying themes....

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, produced by The Belmont Theatre, is a laugh-a-minute, endearing, and wonderfully heartwarming family show for the holiday season, truly everything an audience could hope for. Director and stage designer Rene Staub masterfully transforms the intimate theatre into a ...

On stage December 5-21, the cast and production team of A Christmas Story: The Musical at Keystone Theatrics have created an exciting, energetic, emotional production....

I think this format might have worked better for me if it was associated with an original story with no source of comparison. Throughout the show, I continued to think about what was missing, rather than fully enjoying the experience for what it was....

This production is directed by Chris Gibson and stars Rachel Landon. Who’s Holiday was written by Matthew Lombardo and follows Cindy Lou Who after the events of How the Grinch Stole Christmas. ...

You will meet a young single mother, Doris, played by Bryn Walker and her daughter Susan, played by Savannah Desrocher. A painful divorce lead her to close her heart off to love and lean heavily toward cynicism. A good hearted old man, Kris Kringle, helped heal her heart and restored her faith, and ...