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A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM Encore Announced At Gamut Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2022
Bringing the 29th season full circle, Harrisburg Shakespeare Company at Gamut Theatre will present an encore production of A Midsummer Night's Dream. This is your last chance to catch a public performance of Midsummer before the season closes. Shows will be June 22-24 at 7:30 PM.
SPRING AWAKENING to be Presented by DreamWrights Center for Community Arts & Weary Arts Group
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2022
DreamWrights Center for Community Arts, alongside WEARY ARTS GROUP, will present the iconic Tony Award Winning rock musical 'Spring Awakening', running for two weekends from June 17 - June 26, with performances on Friday and Saturday at 7 pm and 3 pm on Sunday.
Photos/Video: First Look at Servant Stage's NEWSIES
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2022
Servant Stage has opened its production of Disney's Tony Award-winning musical, Newsies! Based on the 1992 motion picture and inspired by a true story, this exciting musical features high-energy dancing, a Tony-winning score by Alan Menken, and a timeless message to fight for what's right and seize the day!
Taylor Tomlinson's HAVE IT ALL Tour To Stop At Hershey Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2022
Taylor Tomlinson is coming to Hershey Theatre on Thursday, November 3, 2022, with The Have It All Tour.
BWW Review: FIVE GUYS NAMED MOE at Fulton Theater
by Rich Mehrenberg - June 06, 2022
Fulton's newest fourth floor production will definitely make you want to come back for 'Moe'. Five Guys Named Moe is a peppy, cheerful musical dedicated to the music of jazz giant, Louis Jordan. Davon Williams stars as Nomax, a down on his luck fella who would rather spend an evening with the bottle than his best girl.
THE BOOK OF MORMON to Return to Hershey Theatre This Fall
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2022
Back by popular demand, THE BOOK OF MORMON, which played a limited engagement in 2016, returns to Hershey, Pa., for a weeklong engagement on September 27 - October 2, 2022, at Hershey Theatre.
Gretna Theatre Presents SONDHEIM ON SONDHEIM
by BWW News Desk - June 03, 2022
In November of 2021, the theatre world lost one of its most prolific figures, and one of America's greatest composers, Stephen Sondheim. Gretna Theatre is honored to present Sondheim on Sondheim, featuring some of his greatest works from his greatest shows including Company, Into the Woods, West Side Story, and more.
HELLO DOLLY Comes To York Stage At The Belmont
by BWW News Desk - June 03, 2022
The Belmont Theatre is proud to bring  the beloved musical HELLO DOLLY! to the main stage, with a LIVE orchestra, to run June 10-12 and 16-19. 
Gettysburg Pride Kicks Off This Month
by BWW News Desk - June 02, 2022
The 6th Annual Gettysburg Pride Fest will be held June 3-5, 2022 with over 50 different local businesses participating in the family friendly weekend with various events for all ages.
KING LEAR Returns to ActorsNET This June
by BWW News Desk - June 02, 2022
William Shakespeare’s immortal tragedy King Lear returns to the stage in this area after a 20-year absence. From June 10 through 26, ActorsNET of Morrisville, Pennsylvania presents Shakespeare’s towering drama two decades after they first presented it in 2002. The company’s Artistic Director, Cheryl Doyle, once again directs the play at the company’s intimate theater along the Delaware River. The title role will be played this time by George Hartpence.
THE CARNIVAL Portraits By Sarah Jacobs, On Display At The Majestic Art Gallery
by BWW News Desk - June 01, 2022
“The Carnival,” a display of multimedia paintings by Gettysburg College alum Sarah Jacobs, is on display at the Majestic Theater's art gallery now through the end of August.
Fulton Theatre Presents FIVE GUYS NAMED MOE
by BWW News Desk - June 01, 2022
The Fulton Theatre will close out the 2021/22 Season's Ellen Arnold Groff Studio Series with Five Guys Named Moe, a swinging musical tribute celebrating the exuberant sounds of rhythm and blues pioneer, Louis Jordan. The title song, Five Guys Named Moe, was written in 1942 and performed by Jordan and his Tympani Five. The Harlem Renaissance is alive and well with zoot suits, upright bass, swinging beats, and soulful jazz. This musical fantasy is filled with high-energy dancing and incredible vocals that are sure to bring sheer joy and entertainment to all.
BWW Review: CROWNS at Sankofa African American Theatre Company At Open Stage
by Andrea Stephenson - May 29, 2022
This cast is comprised of superb storytellers who use their voices, facial expressions, and movement to draw the audience into the performance. The most remarkable part of Crowns is the way in which it tackles heavy and complicated themes in a way that leaves the audience with an overwhelming feeling joy and hope that unites and uplifts.
BWW Review: MAN OF LA MANCHA at Fulton Theatre
by Rich Mehrenberg - May 29, 2022
Sometimes life imitates art in strange and unpredictable ways. On Friday May 27th, I saw Fulton Theatre's production of Man Of La Mancha. For reasons that will soon become clear, my commentary will be presented alongside select lyrics of the show's iconic number, The Impossible Dream.
Majestic Theater Announces 2022-2023 Celebrity Season
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2022
Experience the magic of live entertainment with Gettysburg College’s Majestic Theater during the 2022-2023 Celebrity Season, kicking off this August. The monumental season lineup includes legendary performances by world-renowned musicians, awe-inspiring dance shows, a magician, live theater, and the first-ever film festival dedicated to the films of Ken Burns. Tickets go on sale Friday, June 17 to the general public. Majestic members can access ticket pre-sales starting Monday, June 13.
Disney's WINNIE THE POOH KIDS to Play at Star of the Day
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2022
Disney's WINNIE THE POOH KIDS! is playing at Star of the Day at St. John's UCC, 139 N. 4th Street, Emmaus, PA on July 1, 2022 at 1pm & 7pm.
Indigo Girls, Herman's Hermits, The Commodores and More To Headline Bristol Riverside Theatre's 2022 William Penn Bank Summer Music Fest
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2022
Bristol Riverside Theatre’s William Penn Bank Summer Music Fest is returning to the Bristol Township Amphitheater with a line-up that will literally rock audiences through the decades.
The Ephrata Performing Arts Center To Present The American Classic THE CRUCIBLE By Arthur Miller
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2022
The Ephrata Performing Arts Center (EPAC) will be presenting the Tony Award-winning classic American play, The Crucible by Arthur Miller, June 16th through 25th, 2022.
Touchstone Theatre Announces Annual Fresh Voices Showcase Featuring Touchstone/moravian University Mfa Class Of 2023
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2022
Touchstone Theatre's Fresh Voices returns to premiere original devised works on June 3 and 4, 2022.
BWW Review: COME BLOW YOUR HORN at Little Theatre Of Mechanicsburg
by Andrea Stephenson - May 21, 2022
In true Neil Simon fashion, Come Blow Your Horn explores complicated themes in hilarious yet poignant ways. This production, with its intelligent staging and talented cast, will keep audiences hanging on every word, laughing uproariously, and joining the characters on their emotional journey.
MAN OF LA MANCHA Comes to Fulton Theatre Beginning Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2022
Fulton Theatre's 6th show of the 21/22 Marquee Season is the dynamic, exhilarating Man of La Mancha. This epic musical is based on Miguel de Cervantes' seventeenth century novel, Don Quixote, arguably the first true novel of the modern era. As the play begins, we see Cervantes and his manservant thrown into a dungeon where they are to be held as they await trial before the Spanish Inquisition.
'World-Wide Ukrainian Play Readings' Initiative Comes To Lehigh Valley
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2022
Valley artists and the local Ukrainian community will present an evening of' theater, film, and dance in solidarity with the people of Ukraine Saturday, June 4 on the campus of Moravian University (1200 Main Street, Bethlehem).  Curtain rises at 7:00pm in Prosser Auditorium located in Moravian's Haupert Union Building.
TOMMY AND ME Comes Home To Hershey
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2022
The play “Tommy and Me,” centered around the heartwarming friendship developed between Pro Football Hall of Famer Tommy McDonald and Philadelphia sports media icon Ray Didinger in Hershey, Pa., will visit Hershey Theatre for three performances Thursday, August 18, 2022, through Saturday, August 20, 2022.
BWW Review: MOONLIGHT AND MAGNOLIAS at Oyster Mill Playhouse
by Andrea Stephenson - May 14, 2022
Moonlight and Magnolias is a farce that combines physical comedy with rapid-fire dialogue to create a hilariously funny, yet thought-provoking play. Treat yourself to an enjoyable evening with a talented cast and crew.
Majestic Theater's 2022 Summer Classic Movies Kick Off June 8
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2022
Gettysburg College's Majestic Theater will celebrate 15 years of Summer Classic Movies when the annual series begins June 8 at 7:30 p.m. in the historic 1925 auditorium. Enjoy classic movies in the beautifully restored historic theater Wednesday nights at 7:30 p.m. June through August. Tickets for each film are just $8 and are on sale now. Advanced ticket purchase is strongly recommended.

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The Belmont Theatre (8/7 - 8/16)
West Side Story in Central Pennsylvania West Side Story
Fulton Theatre (6/12 - 7/12)
Robin & Clark's The Nutcracker in Central Pennsylvania Robin & Clark's The Nutcracker
Fulton Theatre (12/6 - 12/27)
The Christmas Rush in Central Pennsylvania The Christmas Rush
Bird-in-Hand Stage (10/30 - 12/31)
Tina: The Tina Turner Musical (Non-Equity) in Central Pennsylvania Tina: The Tina Turner Musical (Non-Equity)
Hershey Theatre (3/24 - 3/29)
Hairspray in Central Pennsylvania Hairspray
Fulton Theatre (4/10 - 5/3)
Carmina burana in Central Pennsylvania Carmina burana
Appell Center for the Performing Arts (5/16 - 5/16)
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