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Civic Theatre to Open OTHER DESERT CITIES on 2/28
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2014
Civic Theatre continues its 2013-2014 main stage season with the Lehigh Valley premiere of the highly acclaimed drama, 'Other Desert Cities' -- opening on Friday, February 28 with performances through Saturday, March 15. Civic's artistic director William Sanders directs this riveting new play by Jon Robin Baitz, a Pulitzer Prize nominee and creator of TV's hit drama 'Brothers & Sisters.' All performances will be held at Civic's historic Nineteenth Street Theatre at 527 N. 19th Street in Allentown. Special discounted tickets are available for performances on opening weekend. Please call the box office or visit www.CivicTheatre.com for more information.
Gamut Theatre Group to Stage MACBETH, 4/18-19
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2014
'Something wicked this way comes...' Gamut Theatre, the combined theatre of Harrisburg Shakespeare Company and Popcorn Hat Players Children's Theatre, presents its highly acclaimed educational outreach production of 'MACBETH'. One of Shakespeare's most famous tragedies, 'MACBETH' follows the rise and fall of a Scottish lord-turned-King, whose ambition turns him into a brutal murderer consumed by the dark arts. The play also explores the concept of fate vs. personal responsibility.
Harrisburg Shakespeare Presents THE DRESSER, Now thru 3/9
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2014
Harrisburg Shakespeare Company will continue its 2013-2014 Mainstage Season with Ronald Harwood's 'THE DRESSER' which will run Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., and Sundays at 2:30 p.m. from today, February 15-March 9 at Gamut Classic Theatre, located on the Third Floor of Strawberry Square, Downtown Harrisburg.
DreamWrights Youth and Family Theatre Presents ALICE IN WONDERLAND, Now thru 3/2
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2014
DreamWrights Youth and Family Theatre will transport audience members through the rabbit hole into a world of wonder for twelve performances of Alice in Wonderland from tonight, February 14-March 2.
PRiMA Theatre Cancels 2/13 Performance of RETRO SOUNDS Due to Severe Weather
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2014
In anticipation of the impending storm, PRiMA is canceling the Thursday, February 13th performance of RETRO SOUNDS at Michael's Motor Cars Garage, 922 N Queen Street.
BWW Reviews: August Wilson's FENCES Is On Fire at Open Stage
by Marakay Rogers - February 12, 2014
Director Donald Alsedek's production of Wilson's FENCES nearly burns up the stage with a cast that delivers a conflagration of emotional conflict
WWE SMACKDOWN will Return to Giant Center, 4/22
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2014
WWE Smackdown returns to Giant Center on Tuesday, April 22 at 7:00 p.m., for the first time in more than a year.
Hedgerow Theatre to Stage THE MYSTERY OF IRMA VEP, 2/26-4/6
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2014
The stage at Hedgerow Theatre will be transformed into an estate in the English moors and an Egyptian tomb for its production of Charles Ludlam's The Mystery of Irma Vep, a riotous, madcap spoof of gothic mysteries and horror movies, which runs from February 26 to April 6.
York Little Theatre to Present 101 DALMATIANS KIDS, Begin. 2/21
by BWW News Desk - February 10, 2014
York Little Theatre will present Disney's 101 DALMATIANS KIDS February 21, 22, 23 & 28, March 1 & 2. Performances are held at 7pm except for Sundays at 3pm. Save $2 off regular admission price if you purchase tickets prior to opening night.
Gettysburg Community Theatre Releases Calendar of Events
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2014
The Gettysburg Community Theatre has released its upcoming calendar of events.
Second Theresa Caputo LIVE! Show Added to Hershey Theatre, 4/5
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2014
Theresa Caputo, psychic medium and star of the hit TLC show, Long Island Medium, will be appearing live at Hershey Theatre on Saturday, April 5. In a matter of hours, tickets to her 3:00 p.m. show sold-out. Due to popular demand, a second and final show has been added for 7:30 p.m.
Photo Flash: First Look at Dutch Apple Theatre's CAUGHT IN THE NET
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2014
Dutch Apple Theatre presents CAUGHT IN THE NET, February 13-22, 2014. Check out a first look below!
Photo Flash: First Look at Theatre Harrisburg's LEND ME A TENOR
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2014
Theatre Harrisburg continues its 88th season with a production Ken Ludwig's comedy classic LEND ME A TENOR at The Krevsky Production Center. Opening Friday, February 7, other performances are scheduled for February 8, 9, 13, 16, 21 and 23. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
Lovely Lane Events to Present 'I do. Me too.' Indie Wedding Show at Marketview Arts, 2/9
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2014
Lovely Lane Events will present the "I do. Me too." indie wedding show and marketplace from noon to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 9, 2014 at Gallery Hall at Marketview Arts. This FREE event is open to the public and will showcase 24 vendors from Lancaster, York and Harrisburg.
BWW Reviews: A Frighteningly Funny ARSENIC AND OLD LACE At The Fulton Theatre
by Marakay Rogers - February 04, 2014
The Walnut Street Theatre's Charles Abbott gives the Fulton the classic play of all going wrong, all going absolutely right. Visually stunning killer comedy.
ROSA, A TRIBUTE TO ROSA PARKS to Play Ware Center, 2/18
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2014
The Ware Center has established a tradition of presenting stunning one-person theatrical pieces - professional showcases that not only entertain but enlighten its audiences. Last year the shows on Harriet Tubman, C.S. Lewis and five characters from the battle of Gettysburg sold-out, brought the audience to its feet and profoundly affected the way we look at life.
Inaugural TEDxLancaster Seeks Speakers
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2014
TEDxLancaster organizers Laura Kendall and Harvey Owen are planning the first TEDxLancaster conference at the Ware Center of Millersville University on May 3rd, 2014. The conference theme, chosen by the local TEDxLancaster programming committee, is 'Break New Ground'. The organizers and committee are seeking applications for speakers.
Lancaster's Poet Laureate Christine Longenecker Set for an Evening of Robert Frost & Her Own Frost-Inspired Poetry
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2014
Her performance February a year ago was a sold-out smash. So, the Ware Center & the Lancaster Literary Guild decided to bring Christine Longenecker back in an all new night of poetry.
Touchstone Theatre to Present JOURNEY FROM THE EAST, Begin. 4/3-13
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2014
Touchstone Theatre, long-renowned for creating community-transforming works of theatre, is tackling the story of the Lehigh Valley's Chinese locals and visitors. This two year process, entitled Journey from the East, will feature two performances, the first of which will be taking place April 3-13, 2014; the latter performance will be produced in April 2015, in collaboration with Chinese multidisciplinary artists of the Utopia Group, and with the support of the National Endowment for the Arts.
PRiMA Theatre to Present RETRO SOUNDS Valentine's Cabaret, 2/13-15
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2014
PRiMA Theatre will bring a retro Valentine's cabaret to a unique performance venue in RETRO SOUNDS.
LONG ISLAND MEDIUM Theresa Caputo to Return to Hershey Theatre, 4/5
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2014
Theresa Caputo, psychic medium and star of the hit TLC show, Long Island Medium, will be appearing live at Hershey Theatre on Saturday, April 5 at 3:00 p.m. Caputo performed at the Theatre in April of 2013, to a sold out crowd.
SKINK - DANCE, THEATRE, CIRCUS! Opens Fam Fun Fest Series Today
by BWW News Desk - February 01, 2014
The first Fam Fun Fest event of 2014 begins with 'Skink-Dance, Theater, Circus!' - A fun filled event for the whole family. The one hour show features fantastic acrobatics, zany costumes and props, a hearty dose of comedy, and a wide range of music from classical to pop. The famed Philadelphia dance company JUNK Dance Company - which presents its dance show for adults later that evening -- creates a world of magic and wonder especially for kids.
LEND ME A TENOR to Play Theatre Harrisburg, 2/8-23
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2014
Theatre Harrisburg continues its 88th season with a production Ken Ludwig's comedy classic LEND ME A TENOR at The Krevsky Production Center. Opening Friday, February 7, other performances are scheduled for February 8, 9, 13, 16, 21 and 23.
LIVE.LAUGH.LOVE Cabaret Set for Ware Center, 2/15
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2014
There is no doubt there is a lot of talent in Lancaster. Three of Lancaster's best have gathered together to put on a very special, one-time only show. This romantic cabaret falls just one day after Valentine's Day. So if you don't want to fight the crowd in restaurants that night, come on down to the Ware Center, 42 North Prince Street on Saturday, February 15 at 7:30 PM for 'Live.Laugh.Love'
DreamWrights Youth & Family Theatre Receives $2,000 Donation
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2014
Crawford McFerran (left) and Lonny Trovinger (right), both Susquehanna Bank employees present a check for $2,000 to Ann Davis (center), Executive Director of DreamWrights Youth & Family Theatre. This funding partially supports DreamWrights' educational programming.

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