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Appell Center for the Performing Arts

50 N. George Street
York, PA 17401

Appell Center for the Performing Arts is a theatre in York, PA.

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Review: NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD LIVE at Open Stage

Review: NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD LIVE at Open Stage

by Andrea Stephenson · October 11, 2026

Audiences looking for a fun, entertaining production perfect for the fall will thoroughly enjoy Night of the Living Dead Live at Open Stage. Everything works together flawlessly to transport the audience into a 1960s black and white horror movie.…

Review: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW at Gettysburg Community Theatre

Review: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW at Gettysburg Community Theatre

by Andrea Stephenson · October 10, 2026

Having seen this show so many times, it takes a lot to impress this reviewer, but the performances from the cast of this year’s production of The Rocky Horror Show at Gettysburg Community Theatre has renewed this reviewer’s enjoyment of the show.…

Review: MISS NELSON IS MISSING at TAFE: Theatre Arts For Everyone

Review: MISS NELSON IS MISSING at TAFE: Theatre Arts For Everyone

by Sandra Harberger · October 10, 2026

Bryn Walker demonstrated her versatile acting skills as she portrayed both Miss Nelson and her alter ego, Miss Swamp. Miss Nelson was sweet, kind, and a bit of doormat in the classroom. The children’s unruly behavior force her to do something drastic before the big test. Walker later transforms…

Review: THE TEMPEST at Gamut Theatre

Review: THE TEMPEST at Gamut Theatre

by Andrea Stephenson · October 4, 2026

Gamut has created a visually stunning work of art with their production of The Tempest. Director Diego Sandino’s interpretation of The Tempest is creative and refreshing.…

Review: BEAUTIFUL-THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre

Review: BEAUTIFUL-THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre

by Rich Mehrenberg · October 3, 2026

While Beautiful might not be a perfect production, it has a lot to offer.  Anyone who is a fan of the singer-songwriter era of the early 1970’s will be especially appreciative of its score.  It features tunes that have stood the test of time.  Even fifty years later, it is easy to understand wh…

Review: THE BIRDS at Little Theatre Of Mechanicsburg

Review: THE BIRDS at Little Theatre Of Mechanicsburg

by Andrea Stephenson · October 3, 2026

If you enjoy a psychologically intense show that will leave you wondering how you would react in such dire circumstances, this is the show for you. Get your dose of spine-tingling chills this October with The Birds at Little Theatre of Mechanicsburg.…

Review: RAGTIME at Fulton Theatre

Review: RAGTIME at Fulton Theatre

by Rich Mehrenberg · September 27, 2026

Fulton’s season opener of Ragtime is more relevant now than ever. The show seamlessly blends timely social issues and soaring melodies into a story of America that is heavy yet hopeful.…

Review: A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM at Susquehanna Stage

Review: A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM at Susquehanna Stage

by Jason Davis · September 27, 2026

Susquehanna Stage’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, directed by Jeremy Patterson, is a creative, energetic, laugh-out-loud reinvention of Shakespeare’s classic. Transporting the action to New Orleans, complete with jazz and Southern charm, Patterson gives the familiar comedy a fresh personality tha…

Review: THE FABLE FESTIVAL AND MOTHER GOOSED at DreamWrights

Review: THE FABLE FESTIVAL AND MOTHER GOOSED at DreamWrights

by Sandra Harberger · September 19, 2026

DreamWrights presents a double feature with The Fable Festival and Mother Goosed on stage from September 18th to 27th under the direction of Hannah Kuhn. The Fable Festival and Mother Goosed is filled with animals and nursery rhymes gone wrong. It is perfect for families with children. It’s also…

Past Shows

37 total · showing 1–10

Beethoven's Ffith

Beethoven's Ffith

Oct 3

With its iconic four-note opening and themes of sorrow and delight threaded throughout, Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony is a cornerstone of our musical pantheon. The pioneering symphony kicks off the YSO’s year-long celebration of the German composer, Beethoven. Paired with this...

Meredith Willson's The Music Man

FeaturedMeredith Willson's The Music Man

Jun 9

“A JOYOUS, BLISSFUL BROADWAY EVENT!” – The Telegraph “GRAND AND GLORIOUS!…TOTALLY ENCHANTING, ABSO-TOOTIN’-LUTELY SMASHING REVIVAL. IT WILL GIVE YOU NEW LIFE.” – Variety There’s trouble in River City when a fast-talking salesman gets his heart stolen by the town librarian...

Carmina burana

Carmina burana

May 16

The York Symphony Orchestra presents the Camina burana concert with theatre seats and 48-hour digital access options. Tickets starting at $12! CARL ORFF: Carmina burana JOHANN STRAUSS, JR.: Wine, Women and Song The York Symphony Orchestra and Chorus concludes the season with...

Women Rock

Women Rock

Apr 11

The York Symphony Orchestra presents the Women Rock concert with theatre seats and 48-hour digital access options. Tickets starting at $12! I love rock and roll! You will be grooving all night long to music by the greatest women rockers. Featuring iconic musicians Joni Mitchell...

Strauss' Don Quixote

Strauss' Don Quixote

Mar 7

The York Symphony Orchestra presents the Strauss' Don Quixote concert with theatre seats and 48-hour digital access options. Tickets starting at $12! RICHARD STRAUSS: Don Quixote JOHANN STRAUSS, JR.: Spanish March, Op. 433 MANUEL DE FALLA: El sombrero de tres picos (The...

Carmen Meets Beethoven

Carmen Meets Beethoven

Feb 7

The York Symphony Orchestra presents the Carmen Meets Beethoven concert with theatre seats and 48-hour digital access options. Tickets starting at $12! JOHANN STRAUSS, JR.: Roses from the South LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVEN: Fidelio Overture GEORGES BIZET: Carmen Suites No. 1 and No. 2...

Winter Moons & Appalachian Spring

Winter Moons & Appalachian Spring

Jan 17

The York Symphony Orchestra presents the Winter Moons & Appalachian Spring concert with theatre seats and 48-hour digital access options. Tickets starting at $12! JOHANN STRAUSS, JR.: Emperor Waltz AARON COPLAND: Appalachian Spring Suite for 13 instruments JEROD...

Holiday Pops Spectacular

Holiday Pops Spectacular

Nov 29

The York Symphony Orchestra presents the Holiday Pops Spectacular concert with theatre seats and 48-hour digital access options. Tickets starting at $12! York Symphony Orchestra and Chorus kicks off your holiday season. Our favorite annual concert Holiday Pops Spectacular packs...

Brahms & Ellington

Brahms & Ellington

Nov 8

The York Symphony Orchestra presents the Brahms & Ellington concert with theatre seats and 48-hour digital access options. Tickets starting at $12! JOHANNES BRAHMS: Piano Concerto No. 1 DUKE ELLINGTON: The River JOHANN STRAUSS, JR.: On the Beautiful Blue Danube BEDRICH SMETANA...

Strauss' 200th Birthday Extravaganza

Strauss' 200th Birthday Extravaganza

Oct 18

The York Symphony Orchestra presents Strauss' 200th Birthday Extravaganza concert with theatre seats and 48-hour digital access options. Tickets starting at $12! Happy 200th Birthday Johann Strauss! Join us for a spectacular birthday celebration featuring dance and music...

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Jonathan Burns: The Life of the Party in Central Pennsylvania Jonathan Burns: The Life of the Party
Totem Pole Playhouse (10/24-10/24)
Clybourne Park in Central Pennsylvania Clybourne Park
DreamWrights Center for Community Arts (10/16-10/24)
A Very Berks Holiday in Central Pennsylvania A Very Berks Holiday
Fotis & Fotis Comedy (12/04-12/04)
A Little Off-Broadway: A Musical Revue with a Dash of Christmas in Central Pennsylvania A Little Off-Broadway: A Musical Revue with a Dash of Christmas
Salt & Light Theatre for the Performing Arts (11/05-11/07)
Peter Pan Goes Wrong in Central Pennsylvania Peter Pan Goes Wrong
Fulton Theatre (1/22-2/14)
Twas the Night Before Christmas in Central Pennsylvania Twas the Night Before Christmas
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