Central Pennsylvania Theater Newsroom
The latest news on live theater in Central Pennsylvania from Broadway shows on tour to regional theater.
Alaska Thunderf*ck and J. Harrison Ghee Will Lead OH, MARY! National Tour
RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars winner Alaska Thunderf*ck and Tony Award winner J.
THE MOORS, SPRING AWAKENING, PASSAGE, and CYRANO Set for Villanova Theatre
Villanova Theatre announced a four-production season featuring a gothic comedy, a rock musical, a contemporary drama, and a classic romance, with tickets available through the Mullen Center box office.
ANNE OF GREEN GABLES to Open at Servant Stage This Fall
Servant Stage will present a MainStage production of ANNE OF GREEN GABLES at Lancaster Mennonite School's High Performing Arts Center, staging the musical adaptation of the classic novel.
GUTENBERG! THE MUSICAL to Open at Millbrook Playhouse This Summer
Millbrook Playhouse will present GUTENBERG! THE MUSICAL in the Poorman Cabaret, featuring Adam Fox and Jacob Little as two aspiring playwrights pitching a musical about Johann Gutenberg.
OPERATION MINCEMEAT North American Tour Sets Cast
The full cast has been set for the North American leg of the world tour of Operation Mincemeat, which will launch in Providence this September.
THAT WOMAN to Star Carrie Tonelli at Theatre-at-the-Tree
Carrie Tonelli, a Curwensville native, will portray six women linked to President John F.
THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW Original Stars to Join Multi-City SPOOKTACULAR Tour
This Halloween season, audiences across the United States and Canada will once again do the Time Warp as The Rocky Horror Picture Show embarks on a 40-city 'Spooktacular' Tour.
Review: SINGING IN THE RAIN, SR. at TAFE: Theatre Arts For Everyone
Mike Ausherman portrayed Don as charming though maybe a bit bored with his current career and fame.
Spotlight: HAIR at The Gretna Theatre
The Grammy and Tony Award-winning musical HAIR runs July 23–Aug 2.
Review: WE WILL ROCK YOU at Twin Valley Players Colonnade
The cast is clearly having a blast performing this show, and their passion and energy more than make up for any flaws.
Review: HAIR at Gretna Theatre
Lastly, speaking of generations, this show lands differently in 2026.
SHREK THE MUSICAL JR. to Be Performed by Millbrook Playhouse Teen Academy
Students from Millbrook Playhouse's Teen Performing Arts Academy will perform SHREK THE MUSICAL JR.
DANIEL IN THE LIONS' DEN to Launch North American Tour to Georgia, Kentucky and More
Created by The Originals Live, the company's inaugural live musical production, Daniel in the Lions' Den will launch its inspiring North American tour this fall, heading to Florida, Georgia, and more.
Review: 1776 at Gettysburg Community Theatre
Gettysburg Community Theatre’s production of 1776 is powerful, entertaining, and thought-provoking.
Review: HARRISBURG FRINGE 2026 at Various Venues In Harrisburg
A compilation of thoughts from days 1, 2 & 4
Hammerstein Museum Awarded $1 Million PA State Grant for Highland Farm Redevelopment
The Oscar Hammerstein Museum and Theatre Education Center received a $1 million RACP grant from Pennsylvania to support redevelopment of Highland Farm in Bucks County, marking the museum's third such state award.
Review: DAY 3 OF 2026 HARRISBURG FRINGE FESTIVAL at Various Harrisburg Venues
Mark your calendars for next year's Harrisburg Fringe Festival, July 15-18, 2027! It is a weekend filled with performance and art with something for everyone.
Review: 1776 at EPAC
What better way to celebrate America’s 250th birthday than to see the musical, 1776? Running through August 1st, this show spotlights the main obstacles and issues leading to America’s independence.
Review: PERRA PUTA LOCA BRUJA at Harrisburg Fringe Festival Gamut Theatre
It is an emotional journey guided by a masterful and empathetic storyteller.
Preview: Harrisburg Fringe Festival Runs July 16th - 19th
The 4th annual Harrisburg Fringe Festival runs July 16th-19th.
Review: LETTICE AND LOVAGE at Oyster Mill Playhouse
Borgersen and McIntosh are a dynamic duo as Lettice and Lotte, lighting up the stage with their energy.
Review: OSCAR AND FELIX at Totem Pole Playhouse
Is it too messy? Is it too neat? No, it’s just comedy gold.
Franklin County Visitors Bureau To Host Acapella & Unplugged Finals
The final round of the 2026 Acapella & Unplugged music competition will be held on the steps of the historic Franklin County Courthouse.
1864 RANSOMING, BURNING & REBIRTH OF CHAMBERSBURG Living History Event to Return
The Franklin County Visitors Bureau will present its annual 1864 living history portrayal in downtown Chambersburg, recreating the Confederate raid and burning of the town with lights, sound, and atmospheric effects.
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HAIR Gretna Theatre (7/23-8/02) |
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Musical: Annie Milford Theater (7/18-8/09) |
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Mame DreamWrights Center for Community Arts (12/11-12/20) |
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Hansel and Gretel Popcorn Hat Players (7/08-8/15) |
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Jonathan Burns: The Life of the Party Totem Pole Playhouse (10/24-10/24) |
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The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show The Dinner Detective Allentown (8/15-8/15) |
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TOBY A Tribute to Toby Keith Totem Pole Playhouse (11/07-11/07) |
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Bat Out Of Hell 50th Anniversary Tour - Venue Premium Tickets York Barbican (4/30-4/30) |
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THE THANKSGIVING PLAY Ephrata Performing Arts Center (9/03-9/13) |
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33 Variations Messiah University Department of Theatre and Dance (10/01-10/04) |