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Review: DEATH OF A SALESMAN at Little Theatre Of Mechanicsburg

Review: DEATH OF A SALESMAN at Little Theatre Of Mechanicsburg

by Andrea Stephenson — January 18, 2026
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....
Review: CLUE: THE MUSICAL at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre

Review: CLUE: THE MUSICAL at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre

by Rich Mehrenberg — January 11, 2026
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...
Review: RULE OF THUMB at Oyster Mill Playhouse

Review: RULE OF THUMB at Oyster Mill Playhouse

by Andrea Stephenson — January 11, 2026
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. ...
Review: STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Susquehanna Stage

Review: STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Susquehanna Stage

by Jason Davis — December 15, 2025
What did our critic think of STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Susquehanna Stage?...
Review: ELF THE MUSICAL, JR. at DreamWrights

Review: ELF THE MUSICAL, JR. at DreamWrights

by Sandra Harberger — December 15, 2025
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 ...
Review: DISNEY'S ALICE IN WONDERLAND, JR at Gettysburg Community Theatre

Review: DISNEY'S ALICE IN WONDERLAND, JR at Gettysburg Community Theatre

by Andrea Stephenson — December 13, 2025
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...
Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL ADAPTED BY ORSON WELLES at Unhinged Productions At Hanover

Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL ADAPTED BY ORSON WELLES at Unhinged Productions At Hanover Little Theatre

by Andrea Stephenson — December 11, 2025
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....
Review: CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY at The Belmont

Review: CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY at The Belmont

by Jason Davis — December 9, 2025
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 ...
Review: A CHRISTMAS STORY: THE MUSICAL at Keystone Theatrics At The Playhouse At Alle

Review: A CHRISTMAS STORY: THE MUSICAL at Keystone Theatrics At The Playhouse At Allenberry

by Andrea Stephenson — December 9, 2025
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....
Review: IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE-A LIVE RADIO PLAY at Fulton Theatre

Review: IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE-A LIVE RADIO PLAY at Fulton Theatre

by Rich Mehrenberg — December 7, 2025
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....
Review: WHO'S HOLIDAY at Open Stage

Review: WHO'S HOLIDAY at Open Stage

by Becky Winter — December 7, 2025
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. ...
Review: MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET at TAFE: Theatre Arts For Everyone

Review: MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET at TAFE: Theatre Arts For Everyone

by Sandra Harberger — December 6, 2025
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 ...
Review: SENSE(LESS) SENSIBILITIES at Orpheus Theatre Company

Review: SENSE(LESS) SENSIBILITIES at Orpheus Theatre Company

by Becky Winter — December 6, 2025
What did our critic think of Senseless & Sensibility, a Jane Austen Improv show, in Pennsylvania, running now through December 14 and offering a unique show every night....
Review: EMMET OTTER'S JUG-BAND CHRISTMAS at Open Stage

Review: EMMET OTTER'S JUG-BAND CHRISTMAS at Open Stage

by Andrea Stephenson — November 30, 2025
Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas is a must-see. It will appeal to audiences of all ages, and the overflowing energy of joy and love will carry you out into the world filled with hope at a time when we so desperately need some hope....
Review: TINY TIM'S CHRISTMAS CAROL at Little Theatre Of Mechanicsburg

Review: TINY TIM'S CHRISTMAS CAROL at Little Theatre Of Mechanicsburg

by Andrea Stephenson — November 29, 2025
If you’re looking for an evening of entertainment for the whole family, Little Theatre of Mechanicsburg’s production of Tiny Tim’s Christmas Carol is perfect for the young and the young at heart....
Review: ELF at Fulton Theatre

Review: ELF at Fulton Theatre

by Rich Mehrenberg — November 23, 2025
The production is as big, bright, and shiny, as the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree....
Review: CHRISTMAS IN NEVERLAND at The Musical Box Theatre

Review: CHRISTMAS IN NEVERLAND at The Musical Box Theatre

by Sandra Harberger — November 22, 2025
Get into the holiday spirit with Wendy, Michael, and John as they fly away with Peter Pan and Tickerbell to teach all of Neverland about Christmas. Jules Quintilian’s Peter Pan was confident and exuberant, and of all her song, “Isn’t It Peculiar” was well done. Kristen Demmers’s Tickerbell...
Review: ON GOLDEN POND at Hanover Little Theatre

Review: ON GOLDEN POND at Hanover Little Theatre

by Becky Winter — November 15, 2025
What did our critic think of ON GOLDEN POND at Hanover Little Theatre?...
Review: THE MIKADO, EH! at Gamut Theatre

Review: THE MIKADO, EH! at Gamut Theatre

by Andrea Stephenson — November 9, 2025
Gamut’s production of The Mikado, Eh! keeps the audience laughing, gasping, and cheering as the cast brings this satire to life....
Review: HOLIDAY INN at Dutch Apple Dinner Theater

Review: HOLIDAY INN at Dutch Apple Dinner Theater

by Rich Mehrenberg — November 10, 2025
Holiday Inn at Dutch Apple Dinner Theater is probably a great choice for folks who love nostalgia, Hallmark movies, and Lawrence Welk. Enjoy it for what it is and you could have a good time....
Review: NO SEX PLEASE, WE'RE BRITISH at Oyster Mill Playhouse

Review: NO SEX PLEASE, WE'RE BRITISH at Oyster Mill Playhouse

by Andrea Stephenson — November 8, 2025
The cast of No Sex Please, We're British wows the audience with rapid-fire dialogue, physical comedy, and ability to remember who is behind what door at any given moment....
Review: MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS at DreamWrights

Review: MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS at DreamWrights

by Sandra Harberger — November 2, 2025
DreamWrights presents “Murder on the Orient Express” from October 31st to November 9th under the direction of Rodd Robertson. Jay Schmuck’s portrayal of the Belgian detective, Hercule Poirot, was excellent....
Review: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW at Susquehanna Stage

Review: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW at Susquehanna Stage

by Jason Davis — October 28, 2025
What did our critic think of THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW at Susquehanna Stage?...
Review: DECEIVED at Fulton Theatre

Review: DECEIVED at Fulton Theatre

by Rich Mehrenberg — October 27, 2025
Fulton Theatre is going all in this Halloween season.  Not only do they have the creepy Jekyll and Hyde on the mainstage, but they are doubling down with the suspenseful thriller, Deceived on the fourth floor....
Review: FIELD OF SCREAMS Is Nightmare Fuel in the Best Possible Way

Review: FIELD OF SCREAMS Is Nightmare Fuel in the Best Possible Way

by Nathan Johnson — October 21, 2025
There's a reason Field of Screams is consistently ranked among the best by USA Today, The Travel Channel, TIME Magazine, Newsweek, Cosmopolitan and more. This is hands down the BEST haunted attraction I have ever seen—and I've seen a lot!...
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