Review: SPRING AWAKENING at Bare Bones Theatre Ensemble
Bare Bones Theatre Ensemble’s production of Spring Awakening is well-crafted, taking the audience on a heartrending journey which, through everything, still ends in hope.
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Review: BRIGHT STAR at Susquehanna Stage
Is it a comedy, a tragedy, a drama, or a love story? Bright Star at Susquehanna Stage is hard to classify—but what’s certain is that it’s a heartfelt story about the ties that bind us, both seen and unseen.
Review: SHREK THE MUSICAL at Twin Valley Players Colonnade
The best part of this production is the way in which every actor appears fully engaged every moment they are on stage, and they all look like they’re having the time of their lives.
Review: HARRISBURG FRINGE FESTIVAL 2025 DAY 4 at Various Harrisburg Venues
Another day of fantastic variety--from the dramatic to the comedic, from dance to theatre to music, this reviewer cannot wait for Fringe 2026!
Review: HARRISBURG FRINGE FESTIVAL 2025 DAY 3 at Various Harrisburg Venues
The third day of Harrisburg Fringe was a jam packed day full of beautiful art! There are so many amazing shows being presented this year, this reviewer wishes she could see them all.
Review: Harrisburg Fringe Festival 2025 DAY 3 PART 2 at Various Harrisburg Venues
Check out the shows this reviewer experienced during the second part of the day on Saturday, July 19th at the Harrisburg Fringe Festival.
Review: Harrisburg Fringe Festival 2025 DAY 3 at Various Harrisburg Venues
Day 3 of Harrisburg Fringe Festival was filled with beautiful art, both visual and performance.
Review: THE PRODUCERS at EPAC
The Producers has a very large and active ensemble, and EPAC was more than up to the challenge.
Review: Harrisburg Fringe Festival 2025 DAY 2 at Various Harrisburg Venues
We are back from the second day of HBG Fringe 2025! This reviewer was able to see three more wonderful shows by the talented artists that dedicated their time to showcasing their labors of love.
Review: HARRISBURG FRINGE FESTIVAL 2025 DAY 1 at Various Harrisburg Venues
It is Fringe Season for Harrisburg again! This is the time of year where you can see so many kinds of unique and beautiful shows such as films, theater, music, improv and so much more.
Review: HARRISBURG FRINGE FESTIVAL DAY 2 2025 at Various Harrisburg Venues
From psychological thrillers to science fiction to comedy to drama, Fringe has something for everyone!
Review: HARRISBURG FRINGE FESTIVAL 2025 DAY 1 at Various Harrisburg Venues
There's something for everyone at the 2025 Harrisburg Fringe Festival.
Review: NEWSIES at Keystone Theatrics at The Playhouse At Allenberry
Kudos to the entire cast and crew, and to director Joe Kemprowski for an electric production that inspires and offers hope.
Review: THE BOYS NEXT DOOR at Oyster Mill Playhouse
Every actor brings their character to life in a nuanced and sensitive way, giving the audience a glimpse into the thoughts, feelings, desires, frustrations, and fears of this diverse group of characters.
Review: CATHARSIS at Theatre Harrisburg
This is a beautiful, thoughtful, and engaging ensemble show with a dynamite cast and production team.
Review: THE WIZARD OF OZ at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
You can’t go wrong with dinner and a show, and Lancaster’s Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre—now celebrating its 39th season—delivers a lively, family-friendly take on The Wizard of Oz, the beloved classic that continues to enchant audiences of all ages.
Review: ROBIN HOOD at TAFE: Theatre Arts For Everyone
TAFE: Theatre Arts for Everyone is presenting a Robin Hood on stage from June 27th to 29th.
Review: THE DA VINCI CODE at Theatre Harrisburg
The Da Vinci Code will be enjoyable both by newbies and big fans of the book.
Review: THE SHARK IS BROKEN at Susquehanna Stage
Susquehanna Stage has long been known for delivering outstanding local theater, and with The Shark Is Broken, the company may have set a new bar.
Review: MOM'S GIFT at Hanover Little Theatre
Mom’s Gift is a play that combines comedy with genuine emotion, and the team at Hanover Little Theatre present the story in an authentic way that will have audiences laughing and crying.
Review: FOOTLOOSE at Keystone Theatrics
Footloose is adapted from the 1984 film of the same name, first premiering in 1998.
Review: CATS at Fulton Theatre
Cats serves as Fulton Theatre’s final production for the 2024-25 season.
Review: SCHOOL OF ROCK at Carlisle Theatre Players On High
School of Rock at Carlisle Theatre is a fun, energetic production.
Review: THE TEMPEST at Lancaster Shakespeare Theatre
Curtis Proctor, one of the company's board members accurately describes the show as 'part Elizabethian, part Comedia del Arte, part 'In-prov', and part Monty Python'
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