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Broadway's Best: A Night of Musical Showstoppers

Aug 21 – Aug 22, 2026 · Mount Gretna Playhouse

Broadway's Best: A Night of Musical Showstoppers closes out Gretna Theatre's 99th Anniversary Season at the Mount Gretna Playhouse. The two-night event features powerhouse vocalists performing hits from the musical stage. The evening serves as a celebration of Broadway music...

Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson - Apt. 2B

Aug 14 – Aug 23, 2026 · Ryan Main Stage, Millbrook Playhouse

Kate Hamill's fast-paced, action-packed detective comedy offers a fresh, spirited twist on Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's legendary characters. An eccentric Sherlock Holmes and her pragmatic new roommate, Dr. Joan Watson, form an unlikely crime-solving duo tackling London's most...

Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson – Apt. 2B

Aug 14 – Aug 23, 2026 · Millbrook Playhouse

Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson – Apt. 2B, written by Kate Hamill, is a modern reimagining of the world's most famous detective duo. The production is directed by Amanda Coffin, a long-time collaborator known for her work on Godspell and Gaslight at Millbrook Playhouse.

THE TAMING OF THE SHREW

THE TAMING OF THE SHREW

Aug 7 – Aug 23, 2026 · Little Theatre of Mechanicsburg, Mechanicsburg

In Padua, Baptista is a wealthy gentleman with two daughters. The youngest, ‘mild’ Bianca, has many suitors, including Hortensio and Gremio. Her older sister Katherina, or Kate, seems to terrify men, and no one wants to marry her. Baptista insists that Bianca cannot marry until...

Karen Hester as Dolly

Karen Hester as Dolly

Aug 20 – Aug 30, 2026 · Totem Pole Playhouse, Fayetteville

Karen Hester returns to Totem Pole Playhouse with Dolly: A Tribute to Dolly Parton, a joyful celebration of one of country musics most beloved icons. From the same talented team that brought audiences the hit concert Diamond: The Neil Diamond Tribute, this high-energy show...

Goo Goo Dolls

Goo Goo Dolls

Sep 5 · The Pavilion At Montage Mountain, Scranton

Summer is about to be hotter than ever this 2026 because legendary alternative rock powerhouse Goo Goo Dolls will be conquering North America with a staggering 40 plus shows! Bring on the brand new hits plus awesome nostalgia as these 90s rock heavy weights light up major...

THE THANKSGIVING PLAY

THE THANKSGIVING PLAY

Sep 3 – Sep 13, 2026 · Ephrata Performing Arts Center, Ephrata

Smart, sharp, and hilariously on point, The Thanksgiving Play by Larissa FastHorse is a biting satire that takes aim at performative activism, cultural appropriation, and the pitfalls of “woke” theater-making. When a group of well-meaning white educators attempts to devise a...

The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show

The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show

Sep 19 · The Dinner Detective Allentown, Breinigsville

America’s LARGEST interactive true crime mystery dinner show is now playing in Allentown, PA! At The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show, you’ll tackle a challenging crime while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The criminal is lurking somewhere in the room...

33 Variations

33 Variations

Oct 1 – Oct 4, 2026 · Messiah University Department of Theatre and Dance, Mechanicsburg

33 Variations Written by Moisés Kaufman Featuring Beethoven's “Diabelli Variations” Directed by Daniel Inouye Richard Roberson, Pianist In 33 Variations by Moisés Kaufman, the pursuit of understanding becomes both an intellectual and spiritual journey. As Ludwig van Beethoven...

The Moors

Sep 24 – Oct 4, 2026 · Court Theatre in the Mullen Center for the Performing Arts

A dark comedy set on the desolate English moors, where two sisters and their maid carefully guard family secrets. When a governess arrives expecting a conventional post, she instead discovers unwritten rules, shifting alliances, and real danger. Drawing inspiration from the...

The Music of Queen & Journey

The Music of Queen & Journey

Oct 3 – Oct 4, 2026 · Totem Pole Playhouse, Fayetteville

The worlds favorite rock anthems roar to life in this unforgettable theatrical concert experience. The Music of Queen + Journey goes far beyond a typical tribute show, delivering electrifying vocals, epic harmonies, and unstoppable energy that captivates audiences of every...

Weird Al Yankovic

Weird Al Yankovic

Oct 11 · Bryce Jordan Center, University Park

Are you ready for an epic evening with legendary parody genius Weird Al Yankovic at the Bryce Jordan Center in University Park, Pennsylvania, on Sunday, October 11th, 2026? This show is part of his highly anticipated Bigger & Weirder 2026 Tour. The 90-stop 2026 road trip comes...

Cinderella

Oct 18 · Hershey Theatre

The United European Ballet Company presents Cinderella, set to the music of Sergei Prokofiev, featuring hand-painted scenery created by artists from across Europe and costumes designed by European designers. The production blends classical ballet technique with theatrical...

THE BIRDS

THE BIRDS

Oct 2 – Oct 18, 2026 · Little Theatre of Mechanicsburg, Mechanicsburg

In an isolated house, strangers Nat and Diane take shelter from relentless masses of attacking birds. They find relative sanctuary but not comfort or peace – there’s no electricity and little food, and a nearby neighbor may still be alive and watching them. Another refugee, the...

Dear Soldier Boy

Dear Soldier Boy

Aug 4 – Oct 21, 2026 · Bird-in-Hand Stage, Bird-in-Hand

It’s 1990 and Iraq has just invaded Kuwait. War is contrary to Amish ways, but Anna King wants to do something to help America’s troops, so she and her feisty friend and coworker Sofia volunteer to write letters of encouragement to the troops. Anna just wants to be a blessing...

Clybourne Park

Clybourne Park

Oct 16 – Oct 24, 2026 · DreamWrights Center for Community Arts, York

DreamWrights Center for Community Arts presents Clybourne Park by Bruce Norris . Two generations. One house. Fifty years apart. In this sharp, darkly funny play, neighbors clash over race, class, and change—first in 1959 and again in 2009. As the same home becomes the center of...

Jonathan Burns: The Life of the Party

Jonathan Burns: The Life of the Party

Oct 24 · Totem Pole Playhouse, Fayetteville

Get ready for a night of hilarious, high-energy entertainment with Jonathan Burns: The Life of the Party. Blending comedy, physical theater, and jaw-dropping juggling, Jonathan Burns delivers a wildly entertaining show that feels part vaudeville, part stand-up comedy, and part...

She Kill Monsters

She Kill Monsters

Oct 15 – Oct 25, 2026 · Lebanon Community Theatre, Lebanon

She Kills Monsters tells the story of Agnes Evans as she leaves her childhood home in Ohio following the death of her teenage sister, Tilly. When Agnes finds Tilly’s Dungeons & Dragons notebook, however, she finds herself catapulted into a journey of discovery and action-packed...

Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror

Oct 29 – Oct 31, 2026 · Curio Theatre Company

Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror is a screening of the legendary 1922 German Expressionist silent film directed by F.W. Murnau, accompanied by live music from the original score performed by accomplished musician and composer Victoria Squicciarini. The film follows a real estate...

Richard O’Brien’s “The Rocky Horror Show”

Richard O’Brien’s “The Rocky Horror Show”

Oct 30 – Oct 31, 2026 · Mickey’s Black Box, Lititz, PA

The Rocky Horror Show is a 1975 musical comedy that parodies classic sci-fi and horror B-movies. It follows an innocent, newly engaged couple, Brad and Janet, whose car breaks down in a storm. They seek help at a nearby castle, only to stumble into a wild, seductive world of...

Clue

Oct 30 – Nov 1, 2026 · Hershey Theatre

Clue comes to Hershey Theatre for a brief three-night engagement, October 30 through November 1, 2026. Based on the fan-favorite 1985 Paramount Pictures film and inspired by the classic Hasbro board game, the production follows six mysterious guests who assemble at Boddy Manor...

TOBY A Tribute to Toby Keith

TOBY A Tribute to Toby Keith

Nov 7 · Totem Pole Playhouse, Fayetteville

Celebrate the music and spirit of one of country musics biggest stars with Toby: A Toby Keith Tribute Concert. This high-energy show pays tribute to 30 years of Toby Keiths signature American sound, featuring the songs that defined a generation of country fans.Fronted by dynamic...

Latest Central Pennsylvania Reviews

Review: ONE STOPLIGHT TOWN at TAFE: Theatre Arts For Everyone

Review: ONE STOPLIGHT TOWN at TAFE: Theatre Arts For Everyone

by Sandra Harberger · August 15, 2026

Kevin Alvarnaz gave a strong performance as the town’s handyman. He was humble, filled with inspirational one-liners, and loved by the whole town. He embraced the stoplight and saw it as a symbol. Fighting against change was Barb, played by Karen Leclaire. She rallied against the stoplight in …

Review: THE DROWSY CHAPERONE at Susquehanna Stage

Review: THE DROWSY CHAPERONE at Susquehanna Stage

by Jason Davis · August 3, 2026

Susquehanna Stage's *The Drowsy Chaperone* is a laugh-out-loud musical comedy packed with standout performances, infectious energy, and nonstop fun. A must-see celebration of live theater. …

Review: WE WILL ROCK YOU at Twin Valley Players Colonnade

Review: WE WILL ROCK YOU at Twin Valley Players Colonnade

by Andrea Stephenson · July 25, 2026

The cast is clearly having a blast performing this show, and their passion and energy more than make up for any flaws. If you enjoy a story about love, freedom, and music, check out We Will Rock You at Twin Valley Players Colonnade.…

Review: HAIR at Gretna Theatre

Review: HAIR at Gretna Theatre

by Rich Mehrenberg · July 25, 2026

Lastly, speaking of generations, this show lands differently in 2026. Hair is a celebration of peace, love, and joy associated with the youth culture of the Boomer generation. When the show was first produced, it was easy to go along with the idealism and righteousness that the story celebrates. …

Review: SINGING IN THE RAIN, SR. at TAFE: Theatre Arts For Everyone

Review: SINGING IN THE RAIN, SR. at TAFE: Theatre Arts For Everyone

by Sandra Harberger · July 26, 2026

Mike Ausherman portrayed Don as charming though maybe a bit bored with his current career and fame. His leading lady, Lina was portrayed by Chris Ausherman as quite the diva with a strong voice to accompany her big personality. His best friend, Cosmo, was portrayed by David Pillette, with tons of…

Review: 1776 at Gettysburg Community Theatre

Review: 1776 at Gettysburg Community Theatre

by Andrea Stephenson · July 20, 2026

Gettysburg Community Theatre’s production of 1776 is powerful, entertaining, and thought-provoking. Their whole run has sold out, but this reviewer is looking forward to seeing their next production.…

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