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BWW Review: WEST SIDE STORY: SCHOOL EDITION at DreamWrights Center For Community Arts And Weary Arts Group
by Andrea Stephenson - June 19, 2021
There are so many wonderful moments in this show, it is sometimes hard to remember that the cast is so young. DreamWrights and Weary Arts Group have put together a tremendous production of West Side Story: School Edition. Visit www.dreamwrights.org for ticket information.
Reitz Theater Receives $300,000 Grant to Fund New Building
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2021
Learn more about the new building, which will provide the theater with a place for set construction, additional rehearsal space, increased show capacity, and accessibility to the stage. 
BWW Review: THE BOYS IN THE BAND at EPAC
by Rich Mehrenberg - June 17, 2021
Overall, The Boys In The Band is a very solid piece.  It will make you laugh.  It will make you think.  It is a great contribution to Pride Month and an excellent return to glory for the EPAC company.
Millbrook Playhouse Presents Elephant & Piggie's WE ARE IN A PLAY!
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2021
Millbrook Playhouse will present their first live musical indoors in more than a year; Elephant & Piggie's 'We Are in a Play!' based on author Mo Willems' best-selling, beloved, and award-winning children's books. This charming entertainment is perfect for the whole family. Running weekends from June 19 through June 22.
THE LIFE AND MUSIC OF GEORGE MICHAEL to Come to the State Theatre This February
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2021
Right Angle Entertainment, Maple Tree Entertainment and Quatro Entertainment today announced a brand new theatrical-style concert that chronicles the amazing journey George Michael had with music and his fans will play the State Theatre on Sunday, February 27. 
British Rock Band Squeeze To Perform At Hershey Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2021
Squeeze Official is coming to Hershey Theatre on Friday, August 6, 2021, at 8 p.m. on “The Nomadband Tour.” The concert at Hershey Theatre will be their first time headlining a show at a Hershey venue. 
Gettysburg Community Theatre Announces 2021 Season
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2021
Now in its 13th season, GCT continues to offer educational, performance, and volunteer opportunities for all ages and abilities year-round with the announcement of the remaining productions for the 2021 season, many of which are both in person live performances, and pre-recorded streamed performances, when those rights are available.
BWW Review: NOISES OFF at Susquehanna Stage
by Jason Davis - June 14, 2021
What is more entertaining, the performance on stage or the dramedy behind the scenes? Inspired by watching one of his own productions from backstage, playwright Michael Frayn's Noises Off provides the audience with a glimpse of the chaos that occurs during rehearsals and the potential pitfalls happening offstage.
Scottish Folk-Rock Band Skerryvore to Kick Off the Majestic's Return to Live Concerts This September
by BWW News Desk - June 14, 2021
Gettysburg College’s Majestic Theater will welcome Scotland’s sensational folk-rock band Skerryvore to the stage Friday, September 10 at 7:30 p.m. The band’s performance marks the opening of the Majestic’s 2021-2022 live Celebrity Series and the return of live performance to the historic stage for the first time since March 2020.
PYO Music Institute Announces 2021 Ovation Award Recipient
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2021
Created by PYO Music Institute in 2014, the award recognizes inspiration and outstanding leadership in music education. There have been hundreds of nominees over the years, which demonstrates the respect and dedication students have for their music teachers in the Delaware Valley, who not only successfully teach music to their students, but also instill confidence in them.
Space Kamp Summer Shake Down Set For July 11th At Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2021
Pennsylvania-based duo Space Kamp has announced their upcoming concert at Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks in Bethlehem, PA on July 11th. The Space Kamp Summer Shake Down is a free show in conjunction with SteelStacks Summer Concert Series.
Central PA Theatre & Dance Fest Is Back for 2021!
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2021
It’s official!  The Central PA Theatre & Dance Fest will be streaming on-demand from June 11-13, 2021 on Broadway on Demand!
Joe Bonamassa to Return to the State Theatre in November
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2021
Joe Bonamassa is finally getting back on the road. For over a year, the live concert industry came to a full stop. During this time, Bonamassa put his efforts into raising money for his non-profit Keeping the Blues Alive Foundation through the Fueling Musicians Program.
VIDEO: Little Theater of Wilkes-Barre Celebrates 100th Anniversary With MAY THE ARTS BE WITH YOU
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2021
This full day of fun at Little Theatre of Wilkes-Barre allowed fans to explore and immerse themselves in the empire or join to the rebellion with hands on creative activities and meet and greet photos with their favorite characters and - all while exploring one of the country’s oldest community theaters as well as its outside spaces.
BWW Review: HAMLET at Gamut Theatre
by Andrea Stephenson - June 05, 2021
Gamut Theatre’s Free Shakespeare in the Park (FSIP) has been a staple in the Harrisburg community for 28 years! This year’s production is Hamlet, adapted by Melissa H. Nicholson and J. Clark Nicholson with the unique interpretation Gamut Theatre is known for.
BWW Review: THE LAST FIVE YEARS at Oyster Mill Playhouse
by Andrea Stephenson - June 04, 2021
All of the performers meet the challenges of this musical beautifully. It is a wonderfully unique experience to be able to watch both casts, as each actor brings a different interpretation to the characters.
Photo Flash: Get a First Look at PIPPIN at the Shawnee Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - June 04, 2021
Pippin is set to open next week at the Shawnee Playhouse! The show will run June 12- June 20th. Pippin returns from university certain that he will find a fulfilling purpose in life. Pippin is both a humorous allegory about growing up and a dark tale of the danger of false appearances and empty promises.
Appell Center Announces 2021 Lineup at the Strand Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 03, 2021
The Appell Center is reopening its doors to full capacity for the first time this summer. The 2021 lineup at the Strand Theatre includes both new shows and those rescheduled from 2020.
State Theatre Announces Return to Live Music This Summer With Two Upcoming Concerts
by BWW News Desk - June 02, 2021
If you currently have tickets to either event, you don't need to do a thing. Print-at-home and e-ticket links will automatically update to reflect the new date. The theatre will send out updated e-tickets to all patrons who previously held will-call or hardcopy tickets. 
BWW Review: OVER THE RAINBOW - THE SONGS OF JUDY GARLAND at Open Stage Of Harrisburg
by Marakay Rogers - June 01, 2021
Hey, we see you. That ticket to the WIZARD OF OZ singalong. That flying monkeys T-shirt. You with the porcelain collector edition ruby slippers. And you - the one who still says Friends of Dorothy. And you - the one with the complete soundtrack to the 1954 A STAR IS BORN, we see you too. Oh, the clGreat American Songbook lover in the corner - we caught you, too, humming 'I'll Get By..'
Doylestown County Theater Plans to Reopen This Month
by BWW News Desk - June 01, 2021
Details on construction progress, as well as on film release dates and public health procedures seem to be changing on a daily basis. Make sure that you are on the theater's email list, and that you check back on their and on social media for the latest updates.
Nicholas J Pearson of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
by Andrea Stephenson - May 31, 2021
One thing that makes this production stand out is that they really worked on showing the depth in the Beast’s character—letting the audience get to know him better and see him be vulnerable and emotional.
BWW Review: PRODIGAL at Servant Stage
by Marakay Rogers - May 30, 2021
A video of the live workshop performances of this new musical invites you to send feedback as if you were at the workshop
Pennsylvania Ballet Ballet Hosts Spring Festival June 4-5, Returning To Live Performance
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2021
Pennsylvania Ballet returns to live performance with its Spring Festival, taking place June 4 and 5 at Red Rose Farm in Villanova, PA.
Servant Stage Presents DON'T ROCK THE JUKEBOX This Summer
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2021
Servant Stage Company will feature thirty-six of the most talented teen performers from across the region in Don't Rock The Jukebox, an all-new, high-energy tour de force of pop music from many eras and genres.

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