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Touchstone Theatre Will Present Its Annual 'Fresh Voices' Showcase In June
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2021
Fresh Voices has been a staple of Touchstone's apprentice program, which has fostered more than 70 theatre artists over the last 20 years. This season marks the second year of Touchstone's partnership with Moravian College, converting the longstanding apprenticeship into an MFA-granting program.
VIDEO: Hershey Theatre Announces Winners of 2021 Apollo Awards
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2021
Check out the full list of who took home awards, as well as the recipients of the Spirit of Theatre Award!
Rachel Landon, Carly Lafferty, And Stacey Werner of OVER THE RAINBOW: THE SONGS OF JUDY GARLAND at Open Stage
by Andrea Stephenson - May 23, 2021
After a year of virtual productions, Open Stage will once again invite live audiences into the theatre. The first production is Over the Rainbow: The Songs of Judy Garland. Beginning May 28, this cabaret features Rachel Landon, Stacey Werner, and Carly Lafferty under the music direction of Nicholas Werner.
BWW Review: LONE STAR at Gettysburg Community Theatre
by Andrea Stephenson - May 22, 2021
Lone Star is a heartfelt exploration of life in a small town, family ties, and our innate need to fit in and to hold onto those identities that we believe define us. Lone Star takes the stage in person and virtually at Gettysburg Community Theatre this weekend only.
Open Stage Announces 36th Season 'Breaking Through'
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2021
In October, 2019, Open Stage reopened the facility at 25 North Court Street after a half-million dollar renovation, featuring a brand new black box Studio Theater, a modern lobby and bar ( dubbed The Court Street Cabaret), and made a slew of other updates, kicking off a year of performances that looked to be one of the small professional house's strongest seasons ever.
PIPPIN Will Be Performed at Hampton High School Next Week
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2021
Pippin uses the premise of a mysterious performance troupe, led by the Leading Player, to tell the story of Pippin, a young prince on his search for meaning and significance. The 'fourth wall' is broken numerous times during most traditional productions.
Summer Classic Film Series Returns To The Majestic Theater in 2021
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2021
Gettysburg College's Majestic Theater celebrates the return of its summer classic film series in 2021 after a forced hiatus last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Enjoy classic movies in the beautifully restored historic theater Wednesday nights at 7:30 p.m. June through August. Tickets are just $7 and are on sale now. Advanced ticket purchase is strongly recommended.
Erie Philharmonic Season Subscriptions Are Available Now
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2021
Erie Philharmonic season subscriptions are available now! Learn about all of the subscription options here.
The Fulton Theatre Announces 2021-2022 Season
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2021
A year ago, it was “The Impossible Dream,” now, the nationally regarded Fulton Theatre is proud to announce a marquee season in the theatre's 169th year. The Fulton invites audiences to “Return to LIVE,” beginning this summer with a concert series that will ease back into full audiences.
BWW Review: LAUNDRY AND BOURBON at Gettysburg Community Theatre
by Andrea Stephenson - May 14, 2021
The show is filled with a wonderful mix of poignancy and humor, and the actors in Gettysburg Community Theatre’s production of Laundry and Bourbon handle it masterfully under the direction of Buff Wills. Audiences have the opportunity to experience Laundry and Bourbon online and in person at Gettysburg Community Theatre now through May 16th only.
Eddie Bruce Will Bring Tony Bennett Concert to Bucks County Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2021
“Eddie Bruce Celebrates the Music and Magic of Tony Bennett” will have two performances at Bucks County Playhouse on Saturday, May 29 at 8:00 pm and Sunday, May 30 at 2:00 pm.
Fulton Theatre and Lancaster Symphony Orchestra Join Forces For New Performances
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2021
The nationally regarded Fulton Theatre and Lancaster Symphony Orchestra will to present Igor Stravinsky's L'Histoire du Soldat (The Soldier's Tale) on Friday, June 4 at 7:00 PM and Wynton Marsalis's A Fiddler's Tale on Friday, June 18 at 7:00 PM.
A Cappella Group Straight No Chaser To Return To Hershey Theatre in December
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2021
Hershey welcomes Straight No Chaser back to the stage for two back-to-back performances in December 2021. The chart-topping a cappella group is “Back In The High Life” and returning to Hershey Theatre on Saturday, December 4, 2021, at 3 and 8 p.m.
Sally Mayes Will Perform Two Shows at Bucks County Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2021
Broadway, film, television and cabaret artist, Sally Mayes will perform two shows at Bucks County Playhouse as part of recently announced Broadway Spotlight Concert Series.
Mary Fahl Will Perform Live at Sellersville Theater in June
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2021
Mary Fahl (formerly of October Project) will perform at the Sellersville Theater on June 8.
BWW Review: FIDELIO at TAFE-Theatre Arts For Everyone
by Andrea Stephenson - May 09, 2021
Take a journey into a fairy tale world with TAFE (Theatre Arts for Everyone) and the cast of Fidelio. Fidelio is a show with a wonderful message for audiences of all ages.
BWW Review: THE ADVENTURES OF LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD at Gamut Theatre Group
by Andrea Stephenson - May 07, 2021
There is something in this production of The Adventure of Little Red Riding Hood for everyone. The Campbell family has excellent comedic timing. The dialogue and song lyrics are hilarious, with jokes for all ages.
Broadway & TV's Karen Mason To Perform Her Show VACCINATIN' RHYTHM At Bucks County Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2021
Broadway, television and recording artist, Karen Mason will perform two shows at Bucks County Playhouse as part of its recently announced Broadway Spotlight Concert Series. 
World-Famous Carnegie Deli Partners With The FREDDY Program For Fundraiser
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2021
The most famous name in deli, Carnegie Deli, is partnering with the State Theatre FREDDY Awards program for a fundraiser on May 12th.
12-Time MAC Award Winner Natalie Douglas Makes Her Bucks County Playhouse Debut
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2021
Singer and actor, Natalie Douglas, will make her Bucks County Playhouse debut as part of recently announced Broadway Spotlight Concert Series.  Entitled, “The First Time…The Music of Roberta Flack”, this is the first in the series of seven intimate concerts. Performances will be held at Bucks County Playhouse on Saturday, May 15 at 8 pm and Sunday, May 16 at 2 pm.
Annual Young Playwrights' Festival Celebrates 16th Year Of Original Plays By Local Youth
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2021
Touchstone Theatre presents the sixteenth year of its acclaimed Young Playwrights' Festival. This showcase of new plays written by local elementary and middle school students will take place on May 22, 2021.
Christ Wesleyan Theatre Productions Presents EMMA
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2021
What happens when Cupid's arrow backfires? The Jane Austen classic of Emma comes to life in this comical stage play with the same Broadway-quality, live performances you've come to expect from Christ Wesleyan Theatre Productions.
Majestic Theater Cinemas To Reopen May 21
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2021
Gettysburg College's Majestic Theater will reopen its first-run daily cinema center on Friday, May 21 after being closed for over a year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Tickets and show times will initially be limited, so advance ticket purchase is strongly recommended. Tickets are $9 each.
2021 FREDDY CELEBRATION to Take Place in May
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2021
The State Theatre Center for the Arts and 69 WFMZ will present the 2021 FREDDY CELEBRATION, Thursday, May 27, 7 PM on 69 WFMZ-TV. Although the FREDDY Awards program was not able to be evaluated for awards since the pandemic, the Celebration will be filled with participating school footage of streamed performances, rehearsals, and medleys. 
Bucks County Playhouse Institute's Online Educational Program Goes International
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2021
Bucks County Playhouse, like most education centers, went viral due to the coronavirus, and now their online educational programming is going international.

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