CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA THEATER REVIEWS

The entire cast, orchestra, and production team of Next to Normal at Theatre Harrisburg thoroughly deserve the standing ovation they received opening night. They tackle the tough themes in the show with compassion and heart....

Agatha Christie has sold more books than anyone other than the Bible and Shakespeare.  This story easily explains why.  Go see it, learn the secrets of The Mousetrap, and then, most importantly, keep them to yourself!...

What did our critic think of THE GREAT GATSBY at The Belmont Theatre? A night at the theater is always the right choice. At The Belmont Theatre in York, with two stages and a wealth of creativity, it is also an easy choice. ...

The cast works well together, drawing the audience’s attention to first one suspect then another throughout the performance. The cast and crew at Oyster Mill Playhouse present a terrific performance of And Then There Were None, filled with mystery and suspense. Opportunities to see this play at Oy...

Crystal is a spectacular, unique mash-up of acrobatics, juggling, dance, and stunt skating...

What did our critic think of COME FROM AWAY at Hershey Theatre? The national tour of the hit musical, Come From Away is currently playing at the Hershey Theatre.  It is a remarkable true story of kindness and community.  Sort of a musical documentary, the story tells the events that occurred in ...

“White Christmas” was adapted to the stage in 2000 by David Ives and Paul Blake including music and lyrics by Irving Berlin. The Musical Box is performing this well-loved holiday musical at the Double Barrel Roadhouse December 15th to 16th under the direction of Shana McCoy....

Put on your Sunday clothes and go see Hello, Dolly! at Susquehanna Stage, playing now through December 17th.  The classic Broadway musical is full of funny lines and memorable tunes....

This 30 minute show is perfect introduction to theatre for young children and those young at heart. I highly recommend checking out “A Charlie Brown Christmas” at DreamWrights on stage from December 8th -17th....

Jess Haag was excellent as the rental shop owner. She brought energy and optimism to the role coordinating the perfect Christmas for her customer. She worked well in contrast to bring out the hopefulness and love in Kevin Alvarnaz’s, John Dale. The five children stole the show getting laughs for b...

What did our critic think of ELF: THE MUSICAL at The Belmont Theatre?...

Every single actor on the stage at GCT puts their whole heart and soul into this production. Just like Rudolph’s nose, these actors shine brightly on stage, lifting the spirits of every single person in the audience....

Who’s Holiday reminds us that, while life may not go the way we imagined, we can still find joy, love, friendship, and hope. The team at Open Stage steps up their game year after year with this adults-only holiday production. Audiences will laugh and cry as they spend some time with Cindy Lou Who ...

One Christmas at Evergreen Mall is a witty, emotional, heartfelt holiday play. The cast at Little Theatre of Mechanicsburg brings the characters to life in a relatable way....

What did our critic think of CHICAGO at Hershey Theatre?...

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is a blockbuster spectacle.  It’s an electric powerhouse of entertainment that doesn’t let up. Word of mouth for this show is going to be strong.  I am going to see it again, at least once. I recommend buying tickets now before it inevitably sells o...

Gamut’s production sparkles with energy, humor, and talent....

The stellar cast and crew at Hanover Little Theatre bring the characters to life and keep the audience laughing. Barninger and his cast and crew give a great performance of Half Baked, highlighting the comedy, and teasing out the subtleties in the relationships between the characters....

Even though some of the language and jokes in the script are definitely cringe-worthy today, the performance of Run for Your Wife at Oyster Mill Playhouse is genuinely funny, and audiences that enjoy a fast-paced, well-acted farce will have an enjoyable evening....

Every aspect of this production is beautifully designed. This cast brings the people of Anatevka to life. Their harmonies are gorgeous, and they execute the choreography with precision and grace. Theater Harrisburg’s Fiddler on the Roof is a production you do not want to miss. It is filled not onl...

What did our critic think of BLOODY JACK at The Belmont Theatre? A most intriguing whodunit mystery, erroneously labeled a thriller and given the misleading title of Bloody Jack, entertained audience members at The Belmont Theatre in York. ...

This performance of Young Frankenstein by the cast and crew of Keystone Theatrics is one you won’t want to miss. It is hilarious and heart-warming....

The story itself is delightful, surprising the audience with wonderful twists in an unique, original interpretation of Beauty & the Beast. It is a joy to see actors of all ages taking the stage together and putting their hearts and souls into their performance, and this is precisely what audiences w...

What did our critic think of AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY at Susquehanna Stage?...

As with many of Miller’s plays, the success of The Crucible depends on the strength of the cast. The cast at Carlisle Theatre does not disappoint—they deliver an intense performance that really dives into the tumultuous emotions of the characters. This hard-hitting, beautifully designed, and wel...