The latest news on live theater in Central Pennsylvania from Broadway shows on tour to regional theater.
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.
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.
Senbla and SEGA announced Sonic Live In Concert, a new concert experience celebrating 35 years of the franchise, with US and UK premieres featuring a live orchestra, rock musicians, and vocalists performing music from across the Sonic universe.
The production of The Boys in the Band at Open Stage may be one of the most emotionally intense performances of the season.
Judging by audience reaction, many theatergoers were thoroughly entertained, even if the show’s intentionally broad comedic style was not my cup of tea.
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.
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 in York, PA launched a call for submissions for its New Fable Festival, seeking original 10–15 minute plays featuring animal characters.
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 issued a corrected press release after an earlier version omitted a quote from its conductor.
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.
The North American Tour of THE NOTEBOOK announced 26 new cities for its upcoming season, including stops in Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, and Houston, after welcoming over 500,000 patrons since its launch.
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 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.
This event is a beautiful example of community-building, joy, and resilience.
Millbrook Playhouse announced its 63rd season, featuring mainstage productions of ANNIE, THE WEDDING SINGER, MS.
Touchstone Theatre in Bethlehem, PA will present FRESH VOICES, featuring original devised works by first-year Moravian University MFA students examining womanhood through feminist storytelling, movement, and video projection.
Salt & Light Theatre for the Performing Arts will present Tuck Everlasting The Musical at Crossroads Nazarene Church in Milton.
This summer, Gretna Theatre opens its 2026 season with Always.
If you enjoy a period piece with fast-paced dialogue and larger than life characters, Sabrina Fair is the show for you.
MANNA, a new play by Kramer Hardman, will be performed at the 1st Annual Lancaster Fringe Festival in Lancaster, PA.
Theatre Harrisburg and the Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra announced a centennial collaboration, marking a milestone for the Pennsylvania-based theater company.
Servant Stage will present JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT, directed by Stephanie Morales, at venues across Lancaster County on a pay-what-you-will basis.
The United European Ballet Company will bring its production of CINDERELLA to Hershey Theatre, featuring dancers from across Europe and leading soloists from Ukraine, set to Prokofiev's score.
Don’t Look Back was written by local playwright, Kate Brennan, who wrote The Wonder in Alice which premiered last year as an immersive theatre experience at DreamWrights.
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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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Golden Girls The Laughs Continue Mishler Theatre (11/17-11/17) |
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Disney Princess - the Concert - Venue Premium Tickets York Barbican (4/09-4/09) |
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THE THANKSGIVING PLAY Ephrata Performing Arts Center (9/03-9/13) |
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Culmination '27: Spring Dance Concert Messiah University Department of Theatre and Dance (4/23-4/24) |
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BAT! 50th Anniversary - Bat Out of Hell - Venue Premium Tickets York Barbican (4/30-4/30) |
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33 Variations Messiah University Department of Theatre and Dance (10/01-10/04) |
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The Boy Band Project Totem Pole Playhouse (8/18-8/18) |
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The Christmas Rush Bird-in-Hand Stage (10/30-12/31) |
