Review: EVERY BRILLIANT THING at Fulton Theatre
by Rich Mehrenberg - January 18, 2026
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.
by Rich Mehrenberg - January 18, 2026
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.
Review: MATILDA THE MUSICAL at Gettysburg Community Theatre
by Andrea Stephenson - January 18, 2026
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.
by Andrea Stephenson - January 18, 2026
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.
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.
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.
Central PA Artists Unite For SHAKESPEARE IN HOLLYWOOD at DreamWrights
by Stephi Wild - January 16, 2026
On January 16 at 8:00 PM, DreamWrights Center for Community Arts will present a one-night staged reading of Shakespeare in Hollywood by Ken Ludwig, performed as part of the DreamWrights Studio Series.
by Stephi Wild - January 16, 2026
On January 16 at 8:00 PM, DreamWrights Center for Community Arts will present a one-night staged reading of Shakespeare in Hollywood by Ken Ludwig, performed as part of the DreamWrights Studio Series.
Curio Theatre Company To Present SOJOURNER Starring Zuhairah McGill
by A.A. Cristi - January 14, 2026
Curio Theatre Company will present SOJOURNER, a one-woman play by Richard Lamont Pierce exploring the life of abolitionist and women’s rights activist Sojourner Truth.
by A.A. Cristi - January 14, 2026
Curio Theatre Company will present SOJOURNER, a one-woman play by Richard Lamont Pierce exploring the life of abolitionist and women’s rights activist Sojourner Truth.
Winners Announced For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Central Pennsylvania Awards
by BWW Awards - January 14, 2026
Winners have been announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Central Pennsylvania Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
by BWW Awards - January 14, 2026
Winners have been announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Central Pennsylvania Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
Comedian And Actor Jo Koy To Perform At Hershey Theatre In April
by A.A. Cristi - January 12, 2026
Comedian Jo Koy will perform at Hershey Theatre in April, bringing his acclaimed stand-up routine to Pennsylvania. Known for his insightful humor, Koy's show is part of his ongoing tour across the United States.
by A.A. Cristi - January 12, 2026
Comedian Jo Koy will perform at Hershey Theatre in April, bringing his acclaimed stand-up routine to Pennsylvania. Known for his insightful humor, Koy's show is part of his ongoing tour across the United States.
Franklin County Visitors Bureau Will Host 'Art on ICE' Winter Exhibition
by Stephi Wild - January 12, 2026
The Franklin County Visitors Bureau invites area artists to participate in Art on ICE, a winter art exhibition celebrating creativity, community, and the spirit of the season.
by Stephi Wild - January 12, 2026
The Franklin County Visitors Bureau invites area artists to participate in Art on ICE, a winter art exhibition celebrating creativity, community, and the spirit of the season.
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.
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: 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 Mustard (Mark Quach), Professor Plum (Randy Kessenich), and Mrs. Peacock (Megan Opalinski).
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 Mustard (Mark Quach), Professor Plum (Randy Kessenich), and Mrs. Peacock (Megan Opalinski).
Gamut Theatre Group To Present Shakespeare's HAMLET
by A.A. Cristi - January 09, 2026
Gamut Theatre Group will present a 90-minute adaptation of William Shakespeare’s HAMLET, adapted and directed by Melissa Nicholson, for a limited public engagement at Gamut Theatre in Harrisburg.
by A.A. Cristi - January 09, 2026
Gamut Theatre Group will present a 90-minute adaptation of William Shakespeare’s HAMLET, adapted and directed by Melissa Nicholson, for a limited public engagement at Gamut Theatre in Harrisburg.
Interview: Megan Opalinski of CLUE THE MUSICAL at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
by Andrea Stephenson - January 08, 2026
This interactive murder mystery invites the audience to help solve the mystery. Clue The Musical asks audiences at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre whodunit January 9-February 7.
by Andrea Stephenson - January 08, 2026
This interactive murder mystery invites the audience to help solve the mystery. Clue The Musical asks audiences at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre whodunit January 9-February 7.
Fulton Theatre To Present EVERY BRILLIANT THING By Duncan Macmillan
by A.A. Cristi - January 07, 2026
The Fulton Theatre will present the next installment of the Ellen Arnold Groff Studio Series, the critically-acclaimed, one-person play Every Brilliant Thing.
by A.A. Cristi - January 07, 2026
The Fulton Theatre will present the next installment of the Ellen Arnold Groff Studio Series, the critically-acclaimed, one-person play Every Brilliant Thing.
PROOF Comes to Act II Playhouse in January 2026
by Stephi Wild - December 30, 2025
Act II Playhouse has announced its latest production, “Proof” by David Auburn. The play was awarded the 2001 Pulitzer Prize for Drama. Learn more about the production here!
by Stephi Wild - December 30, 2025
Act II Playhouse has announced its latest production, “Proof” by David Auburn. The play was awarded the 2001 Pulitzer Prize for Drama. Learn more about the production here!
DRAW THE CIRCLE Makes Regional Premiere at Hedgerow Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - December 22, 2025
Beginning January 21, Rose Valley-based Hedgerow Theatre Company will continue its 2025-26 mainstage season with the regional premiere presentation of Draw the Circle.
by BWW News Desk - December 22, 2025
Beginning January 21, Rose Valley-based Hedgerow Theatre Company will continue its 2025-26 mainstage season with the regional premiere presentation of Draw the Circle.
Broad Street Review Will Celebrate 20 Years Of Arts Journalism With PARTY WITH THE CRITICS
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2025
Broad Street Review will mark its 20th anniversary with Party with the Critics, celebrating two decades of paywall-free arts journalism. The event will bring together writers, readers, and community partners.
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2025
Broad Street Review will mark its 20th anniversary with Party with the Critics, celebrating two decades of paywall-free arts journalism. The event will bring together writers, readers, and community partners.
INSPECTING CAROL is Now Playing at ActorsNET
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2025
ActorsNET invites audiences to catch the final weekend of INSPECTING CAROL by Daniel Sullivan, a laugh-out-loud backstage comedy that turns “A Christmas Carol” inside out.
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2025
ActorsNET invites audiences to catch the final weekend of INSPECTING CAROL by Daniel Sullivan, a laugh-out-loud backstage comedy that turns “A Christmas Carol” inside out.
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 is a Santa Claus, played by John Baxter, who is up to date with the latest technology fly his sleigh and keep track of his list of gifts.
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 is a Santa Claus, played by John Baxter, who is up to date with the latest technology fly his sleigh and keep track of his list of gifts.
Review: STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Susquehanna Stage
by Jason Davis - December 15, 2025
What did our critic think of STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Susquehanna Stage?
by Jason Davis - December 15, 2025
What did our critic think of STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Susquehanna Stage?
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 production team, the audience, and the community.
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 production team, the audience, and the community.
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.
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
by Jason Davis - December 09, 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 vivid world of fantasy, enhanced by Staub’s own spectacular costuming and the vibrant lighting design by Caleb West.
by Jason Davis - December 09, 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 vivid world of fantasy, enhanced by Staub’s own spectacular costuming and the vibrant lighting design by Caleb West.
Review: A CHRISTMAS STORY: THE MUSICAL at Keystone Theatrics At The Playhouse At Allenberry
by Andrea Stephenson - December 09, 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.
by Andrea Stephenson - December 09, 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.
American Rock Group Collective Soul To Visit Hershey Theatre Next Spring
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2025
American rock group Collective Soul will perform at Hershey Theatre. With eight No. 1 hits under their belt, Collective Soul continues to both record and play together at a level of high quality.
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2025
American rock group Collective Soul will perform at Hershey Theatre. With eight No. 1 hits under their belt, Collective Soul continues to both record and play together at a level of high quality.
Alison Krauss & Union Station's 2026 Tour To Visit Hershey Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2025
Alison Krauss & Union Station, featuring Jerry Douglas, will bring their 2026 “Arcadia” tour to Hershey Theatre. Alison Krauss & Union Station have upheld their legacy as one of the most influential acts in bluegrass and roots music.
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2025
Alison Krauss & Union Station, featuring Jerry Douglas, will bring their 2026 “Arcadia” tour to Hershey Theatre. Alison Krauss & Union Station have upheld their legacy as one of the most influential acts in bluegrass and roots music.
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