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Gettysburg Community Theatre Announces 12th Season
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2020
Gettysburg Community Theatre, a non-profit 501c3 organization in historic downtown Gettysburg, PA, has just kicked off it's 12th Season will a sold-out production of the musical Willy Wonka. GCT's two staff members and 170 volunteers made over 100 performances happen in 2019, and thanks to donors, sponsors, volunteers, students, and audience members, GCT looks forward to another wonderful year of theatre.
AMELIE THE MUSICAL Announced At Open Stage
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2020
Amélie, a quirky and charming musical set in Paris surrounds Amélie Poulain, a lonely but imaginative young waitress. Bored from her quiet life and inspired by Princess Diana's death, Amélie makes it her mission to bring joy to the people around her, and helping them to find hope, love, and even closure. Step into the magical, fantasy-filled world of Amélie, an imaginative dreamer who finds her voice, discovers the power of connection, and sees possibility around every corner.
Fulton Theatre's ACT OF GOD Has Been Extended
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2020
The nationally regarded Fulton Theatre will present the divine comedy An Act of God, February 13 - March 8, with previews February 11 and 12. Due to a large advance, and the increasingly popularity of the Ellen Arnold Groff Studio Series, An Act of God is adding a week of performances, which was originally scheduled to close on March 1.
BWW Review: MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS at Fulton Theatre
by Rich Mehrenberg - January 22, 2020
I would be remiss if I neglected to recognize the real stars of this show...the sets! Set design by William James Mohney was top notch.  Each train setting was elaborate and very detailed
Touchstone Theatre Presents Its Fourth Annual Jakopa's Punch Bowl Concert Fundraiser
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2020
Touchstone Theatre presents its fourth annual Jakopa's Punch Bowl concert fundraiser on Saturday, February 8, 2020 from 7-10pm at the Charles A. Brown Ice House. This Mardi Gras-themed evening of eclectic music by local bands, New Orleans-style lite fare, and complimentary beer and wine supports upcoming original works at Touchstone.
Villanova Graduate Students Present Lauren Yee's HOOKMAN
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2020
The Villanova Theatre Department's fifth annual Studio Show is the existential slasher comedy Hookman by Lauren Yee. This fully realized production is entirely directed, designed and performed by current Villanova Theatre graduate students, including director Amy Abrigo, and runs January 30th to February 2nd, 2020.
THE ADDAMS FAMILY MUSICAL Comes To City Playhouse Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2020
Based on the beloved characters created by Charles Addams, The Addams Family is a musical comical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family and celebrates the uniqueness that exists in each person. In this brand-new story, Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family a?" a man her parents have never met. And if that wasn't upsetting enough, Wednesday confides in her father and begs him not to tell her mother. Now, Gomez Addams must do something he's never done beforea?" keep a secret from his beloved wife, Morticia. Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday's a?oenormala?? boyfriend and his parents. Filled with showstopping musical numbers, dancing ghosts, ghouls, ancestors and all the crazy characters you know and love, this show is sure to have you embracing your inner Addams.
Shawneen Rowe Presents Eve Ensler's THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES for VDAY 2020  
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2020
Shawneen Rowe proudly presents Eve Ensler's The Vagina Monologues on February 21, 2020 at 7:30 PM at the Zlock Performing Arts Center on campus at Bucks County Community College in Newtown PA. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased online at http://tickets.bucks.edu.
Photo Flash: First Look at The Phoenix Theatre's THE GLASS MENAGERIE
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2020
The Phoenix Theatre's inaugural season of dreams continues with the company bringing new life to Tennessee Williams' The Glass Menagerie. This memory play runs January 17- February 2, 2020 in Chester County at SALT Performing Arts in Chester Springs, PA. Members of the media are invited to Opening Night, Saturday January 18 at 7 p.m. If Media are not able to attend, they are welcome to review another performance date. The theatre is dedicated to re-envisioning and reinvigorating the classics, making theatre accessible and affordable for all. The Phoenix Theatre is in residence at SALT Performing Arts, 1645 Art School Road, Chester Springs. Tickets for The Glass Menagerie are already on sale online at www.thephoenixtheatrepa.com. Tickets cost $25 for adults and $15 for students. There will be an accessible relaxed matinee performance on Saturday, January 25 at 2 p.m.
BWW Review: TOWARDS ZERO at Oyster Mill Playhouse
by Andrea Stephenson - January 17, 2020
Towards Zero is based on the 1944 Agatha Christie novel by the same name. The play by Agatha Christie and Gerald Verner was first published in 1956 and premiered in the West End at the St. James's Theatre. In typical Christie fashion, Towards Zero employs humor, red herrings, and many twists and turns to keep the audience guessing. See if you can solve the crime by joining the cast and crew of Towards Zero directed by Aliza Bardfield at Oyster Mill Playhouse January 17-February 2.
BWW Review: THREE TALL WOMEN at Little Theatre Of Mechanicsburg
by Andrea Stephenson - January 16, 2020
Three Tall Women first appeared on stage in Vienna in 1991. Considered a revitalization of playwright Edward Albee's work, Three Tall Women won the Pulitzer Prize for drama in 1994. Three Tall Women was inspired by Albee's experiences with his own adoptive mother. In Stretching My Mind, Albee states, 'I knew I did not want to write a revenge piece-could not honestly do so, for I felt no need for revenge. We had managed to make each other very unhappy over the years, but I was past all that, though I think she was not. I harbor no ill will toward her; it is true I did not like her much, could not abide her prejudices, her loathings, her paranoias, but I did admire her pride, her sense of self. As she moved toward ninety, began rapidly failing both physically and mentally, I was touched by the survivor, the figure clinging to the wreckage only partly of her own making, refusing to go under.'
Winners Announced For 2019 BroadwayWorld Central Pennsylvania Awards
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2020
Following a record number of nominations and votes, winners have been announced for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Central Pennsylvania Awards, brought to you by TodayTix!! The nominees were set, audiences voted, and now we get to recognize local theatres and performers for their outstanding achievement!
Fulton Theatre's MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS Adds Performances
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2020
From the reigning queen of Mystery, comes the regional premiere of Agatha Christie's Murder On The Orient Express, adapted by Ken Ludwig. Due to popular demand, four performances have been added to the production, including Sunday, February 9 at 7:30 pm, Tuesday, February 11 at 7:30 pm, Wednesday, February 12 at 7:30 pm and Thursday, February 13 at 7:30 pm. This thrilling ride on the Orient Express, with surprising twists, will keep audiences on the edge of their seats with an All-Star cast of Fulton Favorites.
FROZEN JR. Comes to EPAC
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2020
Build a snowman with Disney's Frozen, Jr., coming to EPAC January 24 a?" February 9, 2020.
TUNE UP PHILLY Concert Announced At Temple Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2020
Ushering in their first concert of the season, Tune Up Philly (TUP), the community engagement program of Philadelphia Youth Orchestra (PYO), directed by Paul Smith, will take to the stage on Saturday, January 18, 2020 at 1 p.m. at The Temple Performing Arts Center, located at 1837 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA.
BWW Review: RUMORS at The Belmont Theatre
by Andrea Stephenson - January 11, 2020
BWW Review: THE SAVANNAH SIPPING SOCIETY at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
by Rich Mehrenberg - January 11, 2020
It's a show filled with southern charm and female empowerment.  Imagine an episode of The Golden Girls, but all 4 characters are Blanche.
FROZEN JR. Comes to Servant Stage
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2020
Servant Stage Company is excited to kick off their 2020 season with a youth production of the Disney phenomenon Frozen Jr. featuring a talented cast of 48 local students ages 10-18.
Gamut/Sankofa Partnership Black History Celebration
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2020
In celebration of Black History Month, the Dauphin County Commissioners are proud to sponsor a Sankofa African American Theatre Company production of Voices of the Eighth: Rhythms of Resilience, an original play by Sharia Benn.  The play will be presented at Gamut Theatre in downtown Harrisburg and features a 3-performance run to the general public, February 7-9, 2020, Friday and Saturday at 7:30 PM and Sunday at 2:30 PM.  The play is directed by Sharia Benn, and tickets are available for the community engagement price of $19 each at GamutTheatre.org.
ABBA Mania Returns to the State Theatre in February
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2020
ABBA's timeless songs were written to be enjoyed live and ABBA MANIA gives you exactly that. Two hours of uplifting, dance inducing and sometimes heart-breaking songs, fully live with fantastic staging, lighting and effects. Since its formation in 1999, ABBA Mania has been delighting audiences of all ages on both sides of the Atlantic. The original tribute show from London's West End celebrates the music and style of ABBA and brings the celebration back to the State Theatre on Friday, February 7th.
Stage Door Series Presents JOURNEY TO THE CENTER OF THE EARTH
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2020
Gamut Theatre's Stage Door Series is excited to present the radio play Journey to The Center of The Earth by Jules Verne, adapted by John De Lancie from the script by Nat Segaloff. The show runs January 17-26 with performances Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2:30 p.m. All tickets for Stage Door Series productions are BYOP (bring your own price), where any size donation at the door buys your ticket. For more information visit gamuttheatre.org or call the box office at (717) 238-4111.
BWW Review: A Whipsmart MATILDA at the Belmont
by Marakay Rogers - January 07, 2020
She's naughry. She's smart. Sometimes she's sweet. And all she really wants to do is read Rene Staub serves up a delightful MATILDA.
BEACH PARTY BLAST Comes to Lancaster This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2020
The winter cold can get quite bitter in Lancaster, PA. Prima Theatre is melting away the winter blues with sun-drenched summer tunes. Enjoy classic beach songs in Beach Party Blast, playing at Prima Theatre on January 10, 11, 17, and 18 at 7:30pm.
EPAC Presents Disney's FROZEN JR!
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2020
Build a snowman with Disney's FROZEN, JR., coming to EPAC 1/24/20 to 2/9/20! Recommended for all audiences.
CHARLOTTE'S WEB Comes to The Majestic
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2020
E.B. White's a?oeCharlotte's Web,a?? the loving story of the friendship between a pig named Wilbur and a little gray spider named Charlotte, will be presented Sunday, February 9 at 3 p.m. at Gettysburg College's Majestic Theater. The show is recommended for children ages kindergarten through grade 5 and is presented by WellSpan Gettysburg Hospital's Healing HeArts Healthy Family Series.

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