The latest theatre news from Central Pennsylvania — show openings, casting announcements, reviews, and touring productions.
Disney's Beauty and the Beast, the first North American touring production of the musical presented by Disney in over 25 years, will celebrate its one-year anniversary, and welcome new cast members.
In this June 2026 edition, we're bringing you a fresh batch of standout reviews from stages across the country and beyond - from the world premiere of Gloria and Emily Estefan's Basura at Atlanta's Alliance Theatre to the riotous new comedy Iceboy!, starring Megan Mullally and Nick Offerman, at Chic
Mary Poppins at Dutch Apple is a “3M” production…magical, musical, and memorable
Based on the life and times of singer-songwriter, Neil Diamond, A Beautiful Noise is a good bit more than the typical jukebox musical.
The Hershey Symphony announced its 58th season, titled 'Drawn to Music,' under the direction of Maestro Greg Woodbridge.
The full cast has been revealed for the North American Tour of Dirty Dancing: The Musical, a new stage production based on the beloved film Dirty Dancing.
Six finalists will compete for the $500 grand prize in the A Cappella & Unplugged music competition finals, held on the steps of the historic Franklin County Courthouse in Chambersburg, PA.
Shangri-La-La, a new musical comedy by Mike Meier and Peter Giambalvo inspired by the rise of Siegfried & Roy, will play the Harrisburg, Midtown International, Rogue, and Philadelphia Fringe Festivals.
The story has an arc that is different than the traditional feel-book jukebox musical.
The Squirrel Nut Zippers announced the return of their Christmas Caravan Tour, blending New Orleans jazz, vintage swing, and holiday classics across venues nationwide as part of their ongoing 30th anniversary celebration.
Today marks a major milestone for BroadwayWorld.
The team at Unhinged Productions brings this show to life at Hanover Little Theatre in a performance that is simultaneously funny, unsettling, and may leave the audience wondering what the heck just happened, but in a good way.
Four Bucks County cultural institutions — Bucks County Playhouse, the Michener Art Museum, the Pearl S.
Annika Low portrays Mary Poppins at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre June 26-August 8!
Firefly Rep, Penn State Centre Stage's professional summer theater company, will present WOULD I LIE TO YOU?, a collection of Shakespeare scenes featuring liars and schemers, free to the public at the Arboretum at Penn State.
Gretna Theatre will present the Grammy and Tony Award-winning musical HAIR, directed by Producing Artistic Director Michael Philip O'Brien, featuring a cast with Broadway, national tour, and regional theatre credits.
Millbrook Playhouse will present Annie, the Musical on the Ryan Mainstage in Mill Hall, PA, featuring a professional cast, local youth ensemble, and the title role shared by two young actors in alternating performances.
Fulton Theater turns up the heat with their summer production of West Side Story.
Peter Pan is famous for never growing up and bringing Wendy and her brothers to Neverland to stop the ruthless Captain Hook.
The Fulton Theatre is now presenting its final show of the 2025-2026 season, West Side Story, running through mid-July.
The Waitress musical hits the road this fall! Celebrate its 10th anniversary with a North American tour hitting 40+ cities.
MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL announced a multi-city anniversary tour celebrating 25 years since its debut in a 76-seat Orlando theater.
Gretna Theatre invites audiences to experience the passion, grit, and unforgettable music of one of rock and roll’s most iconic voices with A Night with Janis Joplin, running June 18–21, 2026.
Often billed as a comedy, this play contains a wealth of witty dialogue, but is, at its heart, a poignant exploration of the resilience of these women and their relationships with one another.
From the very first note of the “Prologue” the cast captures the audience’s attention with their gorgeous vocals.
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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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Twelfth Night The Theatre Lab (8/07-8/07) |
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TOBY A Tribute to Toby Keith Totem Pole Playhouse (11/07-11/07) |
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Karen Hester as Dolly Totem Pole Playhouse (8/20-8/30) |
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The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show The Dinner Detective Allentown (9/19-9/19) |
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Count Arthur Strong - Venue Premium Tickets York Barbican (5/08-5/08) |
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DNA of History - Venue Premium Tickets York Barbican (9/30-9/30) |
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Mame DreamWrights Center for Community Arts (12/11-12/20) |
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Goo Goo Dolls The Pavilion At Montage Mountain (9/05-9/05) |
