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Theatre Harrisburg Will Celebrate 100 Years With Roaring ’20s New Year’s Event At King Mansion
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2025
Theatre Harrisburg will host a Roaring ’20s–themed New Year’s celebration at King Mansion as part of its 100th anniversary season. The event will feature an evening of music, food, and community programming. Tickets are available through Theatre Harrisburg.
The ​Reading Theater Project​ Will Stage Reading of JACOB AND EBENEZER: A LOVE STORY
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2025
The ​Reading Theater Project​ has announced the first playreading of the 25/26 season, Jacob and Ebenezer: A Love Story by Adam Richter. The staged reading plays one night only.
ELF THE MUSICAL JR to be Presented at DreamWrights Center For Community Arts
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2025
DreamWrights Center for Community Arts is inviting families across York to celebrate the season with Elf the Musical JR, a joyful, music-filled holiday production performed entirely by young artists under the age of 16.
First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Central Pennsylvania Awards; THE FULL MONTY Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 01, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Central Pennsylvania Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Frankie Valli of The Jersey Boys Will Perform at Hershey Theatre in 2026
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2025
Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons today announced their celebrated “The Last Encores Tour,” is coming to Hershey Theatre for a show in April. Learn more here!
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
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.
Jon Anderson & The Band Geeks To Return To Hershey Theatre On 2026 Tour
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2025
Jon Anderson and The Band Geeks are set to return to Hershey Theatre for a performance this spring. The run will visit 10 venues, including a stop in The Sweetest Place On Earth next spring.
CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY Comes to The Belmont Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
The Belmont Theatre will present Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, The Musical Comedy-your golden ticket to holiday entertainment for the entire family! The show will run in December.
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.
ICYMI: Next On Stage: Season 5- Meet the Top 15
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2025
BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students, returned to reveal the Top 15 performers in both age groups. The Top 15 includes...
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 was sassy and hilarious, and her song “Humbug” with the Pirates was filled with comedic moments. I really enjoyed the Pirate’s “Jolly Christmas.” Pirates singing about Christmas was such blend of themes. Lost Boy’s mash-up of holiday stories in “The Pageant” was really fun to listen to and watch as the Lost Boy’s all seemed to have so much fun as they learned about Christmas.
Watch: Next On Stage's High School & College Top 15 Revealed
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2025
Who will make the Top 15 of BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage? You'lll have to tune in tonight, November 21 (High School: 7pm ET, College: 9pm ET), to find out!
Voting Open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Central Pennsylvania Awards
by BWW Awards - November 19, 2025
Voting is now open 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.
A CELTIC CHRISTMAS BY A TASTE OF IRELAND is Coming to Santander Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2025
The heart-stirring spirit of an Irish holiday comes to life when A Celtic Christmas by A Taste of Ireland performs in Reading for one night only with a performance at the Santander Performing Arts Center.
America, Anne Wilson and More Set for Hershey Theatre In 2026
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2025
Hershey Theatre has announced four additional performances for its spring–fall 2026 reopening lineup. The newly added events include appearances by Anne Wilson, America, Daniel Tosh, and Brad Williams.
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?
CHRISTMAS CITY FOLLIES Will Return to Touchstone Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2025
Touchstone Theatre returns for their 26th annual production of Christmas City Follies, a theatrical extravaganza packed to the brim with music, merriment, and a pinch of festive hijinks.
Interview: Connor Raposa And Fiona Mowbray of HOLIDAY INN at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
by Andrea Stephenson - November 11, 2025
Holiday Inn, by Gordon Greenberg and Chad Hodge with music and lyrics by Irving Berlin, is based on the 1942 film. Known for its joyful spirit and old-fashioned entertainment, Holiday Inn has become an audience and performer favorite, particularly around Christmastime. Connor Raposa and Fiona Mowbray join the cast of Holiday Inn at Dutch Apple as Jim Hardy and Linda Mason, respectively, November 7 through December 28.
Derek Hough To Bring 2026 Tour to the Hershey Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2025
Derek Hough will return to the stage with an innovative and exciting dance experience for 2026 – “Derek Hough Symphony Of Dance: Encore.” The show will come to Hershey Theatre.
Photos: Servant Stage To Present A CHRISTMAS CAROL This Holiday Season
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2025
Servant Stage will present its original adaptation of A Christmas Carol across Lancaster County from November 6 through December 21, 2025. Check out photos of the production!
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.
Talk Show Host And Author Josh Gates To Appear Live At Hershey Theatre In 2026
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2025
Explorer, television host, and author Josh Gates will bring his globe-trotting adventures to Hershey Theatre for a live event on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at 7:30 p.m.
Interact Theatre Company To Screen FRANKENSTEIN And FLEABAG This December
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2025
For the first time in its history, InterAct Theatre Company will bring audiences from stage to screen this December with two acclaimed National Theatre Live productions: Frankenstein and Fleabag.
Review: THE MIKADO, EH! at Gamut Theatre
by Andrea Stephenson - November 09, 2025
Gamut’s production of The Mikado, Eh! keeps the audience laughing, gasping, and cheering as the cast brings this satire to life.

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Sunset Boulevard in Central Pennsylvania Sunset Boulevard
The Belmont Theatre (6/12 - 6/21)
Every Brilliant Thing in Central Pennsylvania Every Brilliant Thing
Fulton Theatre (1/16 - 2/1)
DeSales University Dance Ensemble Concert 2026 in Central Pennsylvania DeSales University Dance Ensemble Concert 2026
Act 1 DeSales University (3/20 - 3/22)
A Very Berks Holiday in Central Pennsylvania A Very Berks Holiday
Goggleworks (12/5 - 12/5)
Women Rock in Central Pennsylvania Women Rock
Appell Center for the Performing Arts (4/11 - 4/11)
Big Fish, The Musical in Central Pennsylvania Big Fish, The Musical
The Belmont Theatre (2/20 - 3/1)
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