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Review: HARRISBURG FRINGE FESTIVAL DAY 2 2025 at Various Harrisburg Venues
by Andrea Stephenson - July 19, 2025
From psychological thrillers to science fiction to comedy to drama, Fringe has something for everyone!
Review: HARRISBURG FRINGE FESTIVAL 2025 DAY 1 at Various Harrisburg Venues
by Becky Winter - July 19, 2025
It is Fringe Season for Harrisburg again! This is the time of year where you can see so many kinds of unique and beautiful shows such as films, theater, music, improv and so much more. All this beautiful and amazing art can be seen in the beautiful city of Harrisburg! 
Review: HARRISBURG FRINGE FESTIVAL 2025 DAY 1 at Various Harrisburg Venues
by Andrea Stephenson - July 18, 2025
There's something for everyone at the 2025 Harrisburg Fringe Festival. Visit hbgfringe.com for information on how to join in the fun! Do something weird!
Step Into History At Brandywine Battlefield Park’s RALLY THE TROOPS
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2025
Brandywine Battlefield Park invites families, history buffs, and curious minds to Rally the Troops!, a living history event set for Saturday, August 2, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Millbrook Playhouse to Present TUCK EVERLASTING: Theatre for Young Audiences Edition
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2025
Get ready for a magical journey this summer! Millbrook Playhouse is inviting audiences, young and old, to discover the enchanting world of Tuck Everlasting: Theatre for Young Audiences Edition. Learn more!
Original Musical STATIC to Have Expanded Workshop at Scranton Fringe Festival
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2025
The original musical STATIC, by Daniel Amedee and Conor Kelly O'Brien, will return this summer with an expanded script and score. A new cast—Colin Hendley, Aidan Duez, and Dedrick Kendis—will lead the project in a public presentation on July 31, 2025, through a workshop residency with the Scranton Fringe Festival.
Review: NEWSIES at Keystone Theatrics at The Playhouse At Allenberry
by Andrea Stephenson - July 13, 2025
Kudos to the entire cast and crew, and to director Joe Kemprowski for an electric production that inspires and offers hope.
Review: THE BOYS NEXT DOOR at Oyster Mill Playhouse
by Andrea Stephenson - July 12, 2025
Every actor brings their character to life in a nuanced and sensitive way, giving the audience a glimpse into the thoughts, feelings, desires, frustrations, and fears of this diverse group of characters.
Review: CATHARSIS at Theatre Harrisburg
by Andrea Stephenson - July 11, 2025
This is a beautiful, thoughtful, and engaging ensemble show with a dynamite cast and production team. Catharsis is a show you will not want to miss.
ANASTASIA THE MUSICAL to be Presented at Popovsky Performing Arts
by BWW News Desk - July 10, 2025
Popovsky Performing Arts Studio and The Protagonist Project will present Anastasia: The Musical this August! Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!
The Players Club of Swarthmore to Present One-Night-Only Cabaret LIFE IS JUST A BOWL OF CHERRIES
by BWW News Desk - July 10, 2025
The Players Club of Swarthmore will present Life Is Just a Bowl of Cherries, a special one-night-only cabaret starring longtime PCS favorites Claudia Carlsson and Sean Murray.
THE GREAT BRITISH BREAKDOWN Comes to Thornhill Theatre Space
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2025
Thornhill Theatre Space, in association with The Strawberry Tree, has announced the premiere of The Great British Breakdown, a new comedy by British playwright Pedro Diegues.
Photos: CLUE: Live On Stage at Millbrook Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2025
Check out brand-new production photos of CLUE: On Stage at Millbrook Playhouse. This evening of murder, mystery, and comedy, running July 11–20 on the Ryan Main Stage.
PCS Theater to Present THE SPELLBINDERS a New Staged Reading by Christopher Monaco
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2025
PCS Theater will present a limited-run staged reading of The Spellbinders, a new original play by Philadelphia-based playwright Christopher Monaco, directed by the imaginative Suki, Madame Director.
THEATRE PEOPLE, OR THE ANGEL NEXT DOOR Comes to Act II Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2025
Act II Playhouse will kick off their 2025-2026 Season with the hilarious farce, “Theatre People, Or The Angel Next Door” by Paul Slade Smith. 
Review: ROBIN HOOD at TAFE: Theatre Arts For Everyone
by Sandra Harberger - June 30, 2025
TAFE: Theatre Arts for Everyone is presenting a Robin Hood on stage from June 27th to 29th. Robin Hood is an original adaptation written and directed by Diane Crews. TAFE brings the Sherwood Forest to life with the familiar Robin Hood characters robbing the rich to help the poor. This legendary English Folklore has been around since the 13th or 14th century AD.
Review: THE WIZARD OF OZ at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
by Jason Davis - June 29, 2025
You can’t go wrong with dinner and a show, and Lancaster’s Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre—now celebrating its 39th season—delivers a lively, family-friendly take on The Wizard of Oz, the beloved classic that continues to enchant audiences of all ages.
Franklin County Visitors Bureau to Present A CAPELLA & UNPLUGGED Round 1 At Capitol Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2025
The Franklin County Visitors Bureau will showcase great talent at Round 1 of A Cappella & Unplugged 2025. Learn more about the event and see how to attend.
Interview: Various Artists of HYENA SKITS SKETCH SHOW at Gamut Theatre
by Andrea Stephenson - June 24, 2025
The Hyena Skits Sketch Show is not just a show, but a platform—a sketch comedy experience that uplifts, entertains, and leaves people howling with laughter.
THE FAB FOUR - The Ultimate Tribute To The Beatles To Play Hershey Theatre In April 2026
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2025
The Fab Four – The Ultimate Tribute will present a performance at Hershey Theatre. The upcoming tour brings their all-new show to the stage, celebrating The Beatles' second film, ‘HELP!.'
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Rocks the Stage at Gretna Theatre in July
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2025
Get ready to shake, rattle, and roll as Million Dollar Quartet takes center stage at Gretna Theatre from July 10 through 19, bringing to life the electrifying night in 1956 when four music legends jammed together at Sun Records in Memphis.
Hammerstein Museum Celebrates Oscar's 130th Birthday
by BWW News Desk - June 23, 2025
The Oscar Hammerstein Museum & Theatre Education Center will celebrate the 130th birthday of Oscar Hammerstein II with concerts of his songs during tours of  Highland Farm.
Interview: Cassie Meck of THE WIZARD OF OZ at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
by Andrea Stephenson - June 22, 2025
Each adaptation and retelling of the story brings a fresh perspective to the classic tale about Dorothy, Toto, The Scarecrow, The Tinman, The Cowardly Lion, The Wicked Witch of the West, Glinda the Good Witch, and The Wizard.
Review: THE DA VINCI CODE at Theatre Harrisburg
by Rich Mehrenberg - June 21, 2025
The Da Vinci Code will be enjoyable both by newbies and big fans of the book.  It provides thrills, chills, and has a great message about history, or rather, her-story.  It runs now through June 29.
Review: THE SHARK IS BROKEN at Susquehanna Stage
by Jason Davis - June 18, 2025
Susquehanna Stage has long been known for delivering outstanding local theater, and with The Shark Is Broken, the company may have set a new bar. This darkly comic, introspective play comes alive on the Susquehanna stage with astonishing depth, sharp humor, and unforgettable performances.

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