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A CAPPELLA & UNPLUGGED Round 1 to Take the Stage at Capitol Theatre

A CAPPELLA & UNPLUGGED Round 1 to Take the Stage at Capitol Theatre

by BWW News Desk — June 10, 2026
The Franklin County Visitors Bureau will present A CAPPELLA & UNPLUGGED Round 1 at the Capitol Theatre in Chambersburg, PA, featuring 21 acts competing for a spot in the Finals.
MURDER AT ACKERTON MANOR to Make American Premiere at Gretna Theatre

MURDER AT ACKERTON MANOR to Make American Premiere at Gretna Theatre

by BWW News Desk — June 8, 2026
Gretna Theatre and the Fulton Theatre will present the American premiere of MURDER AT ACKERTON MANOR, a comedy whodunit inspired by Agatha Christie, featuring three actors playing a sprawling cast of suspects.
Review: AS YOU LIKE IT at Gamut Theatre

Review: AS YOU LIKE IT at Gamut Theatre

by Andrea Stephenson — June 6, 2026
The entire cast clearly enjoys their work on this production, which comes through in the energy they put into their characters.
Review: HADESTOWN TEEN EDITION at DreamWrights

Review: HADESTOWN TEEN EDITION at DreamWrights

by Sandra Harberger — June 6, 2026
Our narrator, the greek god Hermes, was portrayed by Elijah Barlett.
SWEENEY TODD Set For Sold Out Run With Little Theatre of Mechanicsburg

SWEENEY TODD Set For Sold Out Run With Little Theatre of Mechanicsburg

by BWW News Desk — June 6, 2026
Little Theatre of Mechanicsburg announced a completely sold-out run of SWEENEY TODD • THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET, closing the company's 75th anniversary season at the Schoolhouse Theatre.
WEST SIDE STORY to Close Fulton Theatre's 2025-2026 Season

WEST SIDE STORY to Close Fulton Theatre's 2025-2026 Season

by BWW News Desk — June 5, 2026
The Fulton Theatre in Lancaster, PA will present WEST SIDE STORY as the final production of its 2025-2026 season, featuring Paula Gaudier as Maria and Manuel Santos as Bernardo.
BUYER & CELLAR to Open Millbrook Playhouse's 63rd Season with Jackson Pavlik

BUYER & CELLAR to Open Millbrook Playhouse's 63rd Season with Jackson Pavlik

by BWW News Desk — June 3, 2026
Millbrook Playhouse will present Jonathan Tolins' Lucille Lortel Award-winning one-person comedy Buyer & Cellar, starring Jackson Pavlik and directed by Shannon Agnew, at the Poorman Cabaret in Mill Hall, PA.
HADESTOWN: TEEN EDITION to Open at York College's Waldner Performing Arts Center

HADESTOWN: TEEN EDITION to Open at York College's Waldner Performing Arts Center

by BWW News Desk — June 1, 2026
DreamWrights Center for Community Arts and Weary Arts Group will present HADESTOWN: Teen Edition at the Waldner Performing Arts Center at York College of Pennsylvania, featuring two full casts and more than 60 young performers.
CHOIR BOY, DIE MOMMIE DIE, and DEAD INSIDE to Headline EPAC's Pride Month Programming

CHOIR BOY, DIE MOMMIE DIE, and DEAD INSIDE to Headline EPAC's Pride Month Programming

by BWW News Desk — June 1, 2026
Ephrata Performing Arts Center will present three queer-centered productions for its Pride Month lineup, including CHOIR BOY and its fourth annual Queer Voices Festival featuring staged readings of DIE MOMMIE DIE and DEAD INSIDE.
WILD CHILD to Make World Premiere at Penn State Downtown Theatre

WILD CHILD to Make World Premiere at Penn State Downtown Theatre

by BWW News Desk — June 1, 2026
Penn State Centre Stage, Penn State Musical Theatre, and The Breathe Project will present the first-ever production of WILD CHILD, a new musical about two teens navigating identity and connection in a wilderness therapy program.
Review: CHOIR BOY at EPAC

Review: CHOIR BOY at EPAC

by Rich Mehrenberg — May 31, 2026
Choir Boy might best be described as a play with music.
Review: SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET at Little Theatre Of Mechanics

Review: SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET at Little Theatre Of Mechanicsburg

by Andrea Stephenson — May 30, 2026
This production of Sweeney Todd at Little Theatre of Mechanicsburg is the perfect mix of comedy and spine-tingling horror.
A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN Will Come to the Gretna Theatre This Summer

A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN Will Come to the Gretna Theatre This Summer

by BWW News Desk — May 29, 2026
Gretna Theatre, in collaboration with Totem Pole Playhouse, will present A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN, featuring Francesca Ferrari, a national tour veteran, leading a live-band concert celebrating the rock legend's life and music in Mount Gretna, PA.
AS YOU LIKE IT to Open at Reservoir Park in Free Shakespeare in the Park

AS YOU LIKE IT to Open at Reservoir Park in Free Shakespeare in the Park

by BWW News Desk — May 29, 2026
Gamut Theatre Group's Harrisburg Shakespeare Company will present AS YOU LIKE IT as part of its 33rd annual Free Shakespeare in the Park series at Reservoir Park in Harrisburg, PA.
Review: THE BOYS IN THE BAND at Open Stage

Review: THE BOYS IN THE BAND at Open Stage

by Andrea Stephenson — May 24, 2026
The production of The Boys in the Band at Open Stage may be one of the most emotionally intense performances of the season.
Review: ALL SHOOK UP at Dutch Apple Dinner Theater

Review: ALL SHOOK UP at Dutch Apple Dinner Theater

by Rich Mehrenberg — May 23, 2026
Judging by audience reaction, many theatergoers were thoroughly entertained, even if the show’s intentionally broad comedic style was not my cup of tea.
Review: HENRY IV, PART I at Lancaster Shakespeare Theatre

Review: HENRY IV, PART I at Lancaster Shakespeare Theatre

by Andrea Stephenson — May 23, 2026
Even those who may not be as familiar with Shakespeare’s historical plays will find something of interest in Henry IV, Part 1—whether it be the comedic dialogue, the political intrigue, or the fast-paced fighting.
Historic Barn at Oscar Hammerstein II's Highland Farm Collapses After Storm

Historic Barn at Oscar Hammerstein II's Highland Farm Collapses After Storm

by BWW News Desk — May 22, 2026
The historic barn at Highland Farm, the longtime family home and creative  workplace of legendary lyricist and librettist Oscar Hammerstein II, completely collapsed during a severe storm.
DreamWrights Center For Community Arts Now Accepting Submissions for NEW FABLE FESTIV

DreamWrights Center For Community Arts Now Accepting Submissions for NEW FABLE FESTIVAL

by BWW News Desk — May 21, 2026
DreamWrights Center for Community Arts in York, PA launched a call for submissions for its New Fable Festival, seeking original 10–15 minute plays featuring animal characters.
StageMag Launches Programmable PDF Editor for Digital Theater Programs

StageMag Launches Programmable PDF Editor for Digital Theater Programs

by Team BWW — May 21, 2026
StageMag, the digital show program platform from BroadwayWorld, launched its new PDF Editor to all producers and stage managers using the service.
The Hershey Symphony Orchestra Will Perform Free Independence Day Concert

The Hershey Symphony Orchestra Will Perform Free Independence Day Concert

by BWW News Desk — May 21, 2026
The Hershey Symphony Orchestra issued a corrected press release after an earlier version omitted a quote from its conductor.
Interview: Austin Wicke of ALL SHOOK UP at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre

Interview: Austin Wicke of ALL SHOOK UP at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre

by Andrea Stephenson — May 20, 2026
If you’re looking for a fun evening that will make you want to sing along and dance in the aisles, check out Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre’s production of All Shook Up! The storyline of this jukebox musical by Joe DiPietro is inspired by Shakespeare’s comedies.
InterAct Theatre Reveals 39th Season Lineup

InterAct Theatre Reveals 39th Season Lineup

by BWW News Desk — May 20, 2026
InterAct Theatre Company announced its 2026/2027 season following the record-breaking run of SENG'S HAIR SALON.
Gretna Theatre Announces Summer Family Series

Gretna Theatre Announces Summer Family Series

by BWW News Desk — May 16, 2026
From filling in the blanks during MAD LIBS® LIVE! to dodging spicy salsa in Dragons Love Tacos, Gretna Theatre’s 2026 Family Series offers a summer packed with fun for audiences of all ages.
Penn State Centre Stage Will Present ONE NIGHT ON BROADWAY at Playhouse Theatre

Penn State Centre Stage Will Present ONE NIGHT ON BROADWAY at Playhouse Theatre

by BWW News Desk — May 15, 2026
Penn State Centre Stage will host ONE NIGHT ON BROADWAY at the Playhouse Theatre on the University Park campus, featuring School of Theatre alumni including Blake Stadnik of NBC's 'This Is Us' and Drama Desk-nominated actor John El-Jor.
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