Hershey Area Playhouse Announces 2020 Season
by BWW News Desk - November 08, 2019
Hershey Area Playhouse has announced an exciting schedule of theater for its 2020 season.
by BWW News Desk - November 08, 2019
Hershey Area Playhouse has announced an exciting schedule of theater for its 2020 season.
BWW Review: OLIVER! at Oyster Mill Playhouse
by Andrea Stephenson - November 07, 2019
Many will know the story of Oliver from the classic Charles Dickens novel Oliver Twist. The musical Oliver! by Lionel Bart, first opened in the West End in 1960 and on Broadway in 1962. The show has been revived numerous times and, in 1968, it was adapted for the screen. For the sake of the stage version, the original story by Dickens was dramatically simplified and provides a rather different interpretation of the character of Fagin. The musical is particularly true to Dickens in its emphasis on class differences and prejudices related to class, while presenting the subject matter with a healthy dose of comedy. Oliver! can be seen on stage at Oyster Mill Playhouse from November 8-24. I was given a rare opportunity to have a sneak preview of the show during one of their dress rehearsals, and it is a show that you will want to make time for this month.
by Andrea Stephenson - November 07, 2019
Many will know the story of Oliver from the classic Charles Dickens novel Oliver Twist. The musical Oliver! by Lionel Bart, first opened in the West End in 1960 and on Broadway in 1962. The show has been revived numerous times and, in 1968, it was adapted for the screen. For the sake of the stage version, the original story by Dickens was dramatically simplified and provides a rather different interpretation of the character of Fagin. The musical is particularly true to Dickens in its emphasis on class differences and prejudices related to class, while presenting the subject matter with a healthy dose of comedy. Oliver! can be seen on stage at Oyster Mill Playhouse from November 8-24. I was given a rare opportunity to have a sneak preview of the show during one of their dress rehearsals, and it is a show that you will want to make time for this month.
The Pharmacy Theatre Presents Interactive Play Workshop
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2019
Workshop Live! is an all-day live manuscript workshop with a series of 6 mini master classes taught by Pharmacy Theatre staff and local professionals. Performance is 12/14/19 from 10AM to 9PM.
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2019
Workshop Live! is an all-day live manuscript workshop with a series of 6 mini master classes taught by Pharmacy Theatre staff and local professionals. Performance is 12/14/19 from 10AM to 9PM.
THE NUTCRACKER Will Return to Upper Darby Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2019
a??a??a??a??a??a??a??The magic of The Nutcracker returns to the Upper Darby Performing Arts Center (UDPAC) for five shows November 22, 23 and 24, the weekend before Thanksgiving. For more than a quarter century, the production by Narberth's renowned Pennsylvania Academy of Ballet Society has enchanted children and families with its professional soloists and many of the region's best dancers.
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2019
a??a??a??a??a??a??a??The magic of The Nutcracker returns to the Upper Darby Performing Arts Center (UDPAC) for five shows November 22, 23 and 24, the weekend before Thanksgiving. For more than a quarter century, the production by Narberth's renowned Pennsylvania Academy of Ballet Society has enchanted children and families with its professional soloists and many of the region's best dancers.
Fiddling Star Natalie MacMaster Returns To Majestic With 'A Celtic Family Christmas'
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2019
Star fiddling duo Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy return to Gettysburg this December with an incredible array of musicians, including their own children. MacMaster, Leahy and clan present a?oeA Celtic Family Christmasa?? at Gettysburg College's Majestic Theater on Wednesday, Dec. 11 at 7:30 p.m. MacMaster and Leahy last performed in the Majestic stage in 2007 and 2008.
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2019
Star fiddling duo Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy return to Gettysburg this December with an incredible array of musicians, including their own children. MacMaster, Leahy and clan present a?oeA Celtic Family Christmasa?? at Gettysburg College's Majestic Theater on Wednesday, Dec. 11 at 7:30 p.m. MacMaster and Leahy last performed in the Majestic stage in 2007 and 2008.
Touchstone Theatre Hosts Arts Empowerment For Veterans
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2019
Beginning in January of 2020, Touchstone Theatre will be partnering with Women Veterans Empowered & Thriving to host arts empowerment programming for local veterans.
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2019
Beginning in January of 2020, Touchstone Theatre will be partnering with Women Veterans Empowered & Thriving to host arts empowerment programming for local veterans.
Visiting Artists Will Lead #HereToo Gun Violence Exploration Project and Performance
by BWW News Desk - November 06, 2019
Tectonic Theater Project members and co-creators of the national #HereToo Project, Barbara Pitts McAdams and Jimmy Maize will work with B.A. Theatre students during a two-week residency, Nov. 3 to 15, on the creation of their national project exploring the subject of gun violence.
by BWW News Desk - November 06, 2019
Tectonic Theater Project members and co-creators of the national #HereToo Project, Barbara Pitts McAdams and Jimmy Maize will work with B.A. Theatre students during a two-week residency, Nov. 3 to 15, on the creation of their national project exploring the subject of gun violence.
BWW Review: THE HAUNTING OF HILL HOUSE at the Belmont
by Marakay Rogers - November 06, 2019
The Shirley Jackson classic takes on new life in the Belmont's house of horrors
by Marakay Rogers - November 06, 2019
The Shirley Jackson classic takes on new life in the Belmont's house of horrors
Fulton Theatre Will Present PETER PAN and TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS
by BWW News Desk - November 06, 2019
Believe in magic this Holiday Season at the Fulton Theatre! Peter Pan flies in, November 14 through December 29, with previews November 12 & 13. An adventure for the entire family, Peter Pan is being produced on the grand scale of the Fulton's Beauty and the Beast.
by BWW News Desk - November 06, 2019
Believe in magic this Holiday Season at the Fulton Theatre! Peter Pan flies in, November 14 through December 29, with previews November 12 & 13. An adventure for the entire family, Peter Pan is being produced on the grand scale of the Fulton's Beauty and the Beast.
The Belmont Theatre Will Present MATILDA THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2019
The Belmont Theatre will present Roald Dahl's Matilda the musical November 15-17 & 22-24 on the main stage. Show times are Friday & Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 3:00 p.m. There is an added matinee Saturday, November 23, at 2p.m. Do not miss this magical family musical packed with comedy, clever music and dance! Audiences will recognize such musical favorites such as Naughty, When I Grow Up and Revolting Children to name a few.
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2019
The Belmont Theatre will present Roald Dahl's Matilda the musical November 15-17 & 22-24 on the main stage. Show times are Friday & Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 3:00 p.m. There is an added matinee Saturday, November 23, at 2p.m. Do not miss this magical family musical packed with comedy, clever music and dance! Audiences will recognize such musical favorites such as Naughty, When I Grow Up and Revolting Children to name a few.
Gretna Theatre To Present Stories And Poems By Edgar Allan Poe' At The Lebanon County Historical Society
by BWW News Desk - November 04, 2019
Gretna Theatre will be putting on a special performance of their new touring outreach show A Tell-Tale Tale at the Lebanon County Historical Society on November 8.
by BWW News Desk - November 04, 2019
Gretna Theatre will be putting on a special performance of their new touring outreach show A Tell-Tale Tale at the Lebanon County Historical Society on November 8.
Servant Stage Announces 2020 Season Of Shows
by BWW News Desk - November 01, 2019
Servant Stage Company has announced their 2020 season of shows, featuring big Broadway musicals, an expanded youth theatre program, original productions, and more! In keeping with Servant Stage's mission to make great performances accessible to everyone, all performances will be offered as Pay-What-You-Will at a variety of venues across Lancaster County.
by BWW News Desk - November 01, 2019
Servant Stage Company has announced their 2020 season of shows, featuring big Broadway musicals, an expanded youth theatre program, original productions, and more! In keeping with Servant Stage's mission to make great performances accessible to everyone, all performances will be offered as Pay-What-You-Will at a variety of venues across Lancaster County.
Ring In The Holiday Season At The Majestic's Holiday Film Fest
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2019
Enjoy the holiday spirit with a full day of classic movies at Gettysburg College's Majestic Theater during the Holiday Film Fest on Saturday, December 7. Four popular holiday movies will be shown on the Majestic's big screen in the beautifully restored historic auditorium throughout the day beginning at 10:00 a.m. The Holiday Film Fest is an official event of the annual A Gettysburg Christmas Festival. a?oeEvery family has a favorite holiday movie they watch every year, and chances are the Majestic is playing it during our first ever Holiday Film Fest,a?? said Jeffrey Gabel, the Majestic Theater's Founding Executive Director.
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2019
Enjoy the holiday spirit with a full day of classic movies at Gettysburg College's Majestic Theater during the Holiday Film Fest on Saturday, December 7. Four popular holiday movies will be shown on the Majestic's big screen in the beautifully restored historic auditorium throughout the day beginning at 10:00 a.m. The Holiday Film Fest is an official event of the annual A Gettysburg Christmas Festival. a?oeEvery family has a favorite holiday movie they watch every year, and chances are the Majestic is playing it during our first ever Holiday Film Fest,a?? said Jeffrey Gabel, the Majestic Theater's Founding Executive Director.
Hershey Area Playhouse Presents DEAR EDWINA JR.
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2019
Hershey Area Playhouse is proud to present its first-ever fall youth musical, Dear Edwina Jr., from November 8 to 10.
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2019
Hershey Area Playhouse is proud to present its first-ever fall youth musical, Dear Edwina Jr., from November 8 to 10.
BWW Review: THE CRUCIBLE at Susquehanna Stage Company
by Rich Mehrenberg - October 26, 2019
The Salem Witch Trials are one of the most tragically disrespected events in (pre-)American history. What began as a vicious assault on innocent life has transformed over the years to a Massachusetts tourist trap and a punchline on shows like 'Bewitched'. Gratefully, the Susquehanna Stage production of The Crucible restores the gravity and respect that the trials and their victims deserve.
by Rich Mehrenberg - October 26, 2019
The Salem Witch Trials are one of the most tragically disrespected events in (pre-)American history. What began as a vicious assault on innocent life has transformed over the years to a Massachusetts tourist trap and a punchline on shows like 'Bewitched'. Gratefully, the Susquehanna Stage production of The Crucible restores the gravity and respect that the trials and their victims deserve.
Final Week To Submit Nominations For The 2019 BroadwayWorld Central Pennsylvania Awards, Presented by TodayTix!
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2019
This is the final week to submit nominations for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Central Pennsylvania Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Don't miss your chance to make sure your favorite Central PA Theatres are represented!
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2019
This is the final week to submit nominations for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Central Pennsylvania Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Don't miss your chance to make sure your favorite Central PA Theatres are represented!
Hershey Community Chorus To Hold Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2019
The Hershey Community Chorus will be holding a Spaghetti Dinner and Bake Sale on Tuesday, October 29, 2019, in the Mohler Senior Center located at 25 Hope Drive, Hershey, across from the Karn's Market. Tickets for spaghetti with homemade meat or marinara sauce accompanied with tossed green salad, bread, butter and beverage are $9.00 for adults and $6.00 for children under 12. The dinner will be served from 4:30 pm until 7:30 pm or until sold out. Take-outs are available.
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2019
The Hershey Community Chorus will be holding a Spaghetti Dinner and Bake Sale on Tuesday, October 29, 2019, in the Mohler Senior Center located at 25 Hope Drive, Hershey, across from the Karn's Market. Tickets for spaghetti with homemade meat or marinara sauce accompanied with tossed green salad, bread, butter and beverage are $9.00 for adults and $6.00 for children under 12. The dinner will be served from 4:30 pm until 7:30 pm or until sold out. Take-outs are available.
Carrie Lyn Brandon of ONCE at Community Arts Center
by Rich Mehrenberg - October 22, 2019
Carrie Lyn Brandon is originally from the San Francisco Bay Area, and began performing around there at an early age. She performed with the America Conservatory Theatre, sang the national anthem solo many times for the SF Giants and 49ers, was a featured soloist for the California Symphony and Reno Philharmonic, and more. After completing her training at Penn State, Carrie moved to New York and have since toured with Charlie Brown Christmas Live, been a lead soloist for Aida Cruise Lines, and performed at many regional theatres. Favorite regional roles include: Sophie in Mamma Mia (Sierra Rep, Mountain Play), Wendla in Spring Awakening (Pennsylvania Centre Stage), Mary Jane in Big River (Sharon Playhouse), and Shelley in Bat Boy (Oregon Cabaret Theatre).
by Rich Mehrenberg - October 22, 2019
Carrie Lyn Brandon is originally from the San Francisco Bay Area, and began performing around there at an early age. She performed with the America Conservatory Theatre, sang the national anthem solo many times for the SF Giants and 49ers, was a featured soloist for the California Symphony and Reno Philharmonic, and more. After completing her training at Penn State, Carrie moved to New York and have since toured with Charlie Brown Christmas Live, been a lead soloist for Aida Cruise Lines, and performed at many regional theatres. Favorite regional roles include: Sophie in Mamma Mia (Sierra Rep, Mountain Play), Wendla in Spring Awakening (Pennsylvania Centre Stage), Mary Jane in Big River (Sharon Playhouse), and Shelley in Bat Boy (Oregon Cabaret Theatre).
Alexa Niles And Kayleigh Jarkowsky of A LITTLE PRINCESS at DreamWrights Center For Community Arts
by Andrea Stephenson - October 21, 2019
The musical A Little Princess by Andrew Lippa and Brian Crawley, is based on the 1905 novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett. It first appeared on stage in Mountain View, California in 2004 and premiered in London in 2018. The story opens with Sara Crewe in her room at her school in London. She tells Becky, a maid at the school, about her life growing up in Africa and how she came to be in London. The musical takes the audience on a journey filled with memories, wild flights of imagination, magic, heartbreak, friendship, and love.
by Andrea Stephenson - October 21, 2019
The musical A Little Princess by Andrew Lippa and Brian Crawley, is based on the 1905 novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett. It first appeared on stage in Mountain View, California in 2004 and premiered in London in 2018. The story opens with Sara Crewe in her room at her school in London. She tells Becky, a maid at the school, about her life growing up in Africa and how she came to be in London. The musical takes the audience on a journey filled with memories, wild flights of imagination, magic, heartbreak, friendship, and love.
Photo Flash: THE BIG BAD WOLF Comes to The Heritage Center Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2019
THE BIG BAD WOLF is an Adult Fairy Tale About Fear, Forgiveness and Sexual Identity. Emmy Award-winning writer Christopher Canaan has penned a 'deliciously naughty' comedy about famed fairy tale characters in their later years.
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2019
THE BIG BAD WOLF is an Adult Fairy Tale About Fear, Forgiveness and Sexual Identity. Emmy Award-winning writer Christopher Canaan has penned a 'deliciously naughty' comedy about famed fairy tale characters in their later years.
BWW Previews: ONCE at Community Arts Center-Williamsport
by Rich Mehrenberg - October 21, 2019
ONCE tells the enchanting tale of a Dublin street musician who's about to give up on his dream when an intriguing young woman takes a sudden interest in his haunting love songs. As the chemistry between them grows, his music soars to powerful new heights... but their unlikely connection turns out to be deeper and more complex than your everyday romance
by Rich Mehrenberg - October 21, 2019
ONCE tells the enchanting tale of a Dublin street musician who's about to give up on his dream when an intriguing young woman takes a sudden interest in his haunting love songs. As the chemistry between them grows, his music soars to powerful new heights... but their unlikely connection turns out to be deeper and more complex than your everyday romance
This Is My Brave Program Comes To Central PA
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2019
Hershey will be the site for the very first This is My Brave High School edition show a?" a live presentation of essays, original music, comedy and poetry performed by area high school students living witha??or loving someone witha??a mental health condition. The show will be presented Thursday, November 7, 2019 at 7 p.m. at The Hershey Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2019
Hershey will be the site for the very first This is My Brave High School edition show a?" a live presentation of essays, original music, comedy and poetry performed by area high school students living witha??or loving someone witha??a mental health condition. The show will be presented Thursday, November 7, 2019 at 7 p.m. at The Hershey Theatre.
BWW Review: ASSASSINS at Little Theatre Of Mechanicsburg
by Andrea Stephenson - October 19, 2019
Anyone who has undertaken a show by Stephen Sondheim knows that the music is seriously difficult, often including dissonant cords, tricky intervals, and overlapping lines. Assassins is no exception. Written by John Weidman and Sondheim, it was first produced at Playwrights Horizons in 1990 and hit Broadway in 2004. It was originally scheduled to play on Broadway in 2001, but was postponed due to the events of September 11, 2001. The story of those who assassinated or attempted to assassinate various Presidents throughout US history, Assassins combines quirky characters such as the Proprietor and Balladeer with historical characters such as Emma Goldman and John Wilkes Booth. It covers complex themes ranging from broken dreams to corruption to classism with dark humor. The show approaches these themes and the overarching theme of disillusionment with the American dream in a way that may make audiences feel uncomfortable as they are confronted with truths that are all too real about our country, our history, and human nature. Little Theatre of Mechanicsburg takes on Assassins now through November 3rd.
by Andrea Stephenson - October 19, 2019
Anyone who has undertaken a show by Stephen Sondheim knows that the music is seriously difficult, often including dissonant cords, tricky intervals, and overlapping lines. Assassins is no exception. Written by John Weidman and Sondheim, it was first produced at Playwrights Horizons in 1990 and hit Broadway in 2004. It was originally scheduled to play on Broadway in 2001, but was postponed due to the events of September 11, 2001. The story of those who assassinated or attempted to assassinate various Presidents throughout US history, Assassins combines quirky characters such as the Proprietor and Balladeer with historical characters such as Emma Goldman and John Wilkes Booth. It covers complex themes ranging from broken dreams to corruption to classism with dark humor. The show approaches these themes and the overarching theme of disillusionment with the American dream in a way that may make audiences feel uncomfortable as they are confronted with truths that are all too real about our country, our history, and human nature. Little Theatre of Mechanicsburg takes on Assassins now through November 3rd.
Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival Announces 2020 Season
by BWW News Desk - October 18, 2019
Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival's Producing Artistic Director Patrick Mulcahy announced today the 2020 summer season.
by BWW News Desk - October 18, 2019
Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival's Producing Artistic Director Patrick Mulcahy announced today the 2020 summer season.
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