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Review: A CHRISTMAS STORY at Broadway Palm
by Fran Thomas - Nov 22, 2025

As a writer, I am filled with admiration for the authors of A Christmas Story, now playing at Broadway Palm. They created an entire movie/play based solely on one boy’s quest for the perfect present.

Review: PRETTY WOMAN at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre
by Elizabeth James - Oct 14, 2025

Broadway Palm's production of PRETTY WOMAN tells the well-known story of Vivian Ward, who goes from 'working' the streets of Hollywood to getting hired by Edward, a billionaire businessman looking for a date to bring to various social events. 

Review: MURDER FOR TWO at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre
by Elizabeth James - Aug 26, 2025

MURDER FOR TWO at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre is a new, fun, and hilarious musical murder mystery. When novelist Arthur Whitney is murdered at his own birthday party, an investigation ensues to figure out whodunnit. 

Review: ANNIE at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre
by Elizabeth James - Jul 10, 2025

What did our critic think of ANNIE at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre?

Review: WAITRESS at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre
by Elizabeth James - Apr 17, 2025

Broadway Palm's production of WAITRESS tells the story of Jenna, a waitress in a small town who has a talent for baking pies. She is navigating an unexpected pregnancy, an abusive marriage, and an affair, but she fortunately has some amazing and supportive friends to help her through everything she's dealing with.

Review: CRAZY FOR YOU at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre
by Elizabeth James - Feb 27, 2025

Broadway Palm's production of CRAZY FOR YOU tells the story of Bobby Child as he goes to the small country town of Deadrock, Nevada to foreclose on a rundown theatre on behalf of his banking family. However, Bobby is passionate about theatre, and instead decides to try and save it by impersonating famed theatre legend Bela Zangler and putting together a production. Along the way, he falls in love with the daughter of the man who owns the theatre, Polly.

Review: BUDDY: THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre
by Elizabeth James - Jan 10, 2025

What did our critic think of BUDDY: THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre?

Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL: THE MUSICAL at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre
by Elizabeth James - Nov 26, 2024

What did our critic think of A CHRISTMAS CAROL: THE MUSICAL at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre?

Review: IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
by Jason Davis - Nov 12, 2024

As the holiday season swings into full gear, the Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre has opened its doors to one of the most beloved Christmas musicals of all time: Irving Berlin’s White Christmas. This spectacular production, directed by Amy Marie McCleary, serves up a delightful mix of holiday cheer, dazzling performances, and the timeless songs of Irving Berlin. It’s a festive treat that is sure to put everyone in the Christmas spirit.

Review: JERSEY BOYS at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
by Rich Mehrenberg - Aug 19, 2024

Oh, what a night!  Dutch Apple brings the crowd-pleaser Jersey Boys to the Lancaster stage.  Based on the life and times of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, this toe-tapping blast from the past serves up all their hits like Sherry, Big Girls Don’t Cry, and Can’t Take My Eyes Off of You. 

Review: THE MOUSETRAP at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre
by Elizabeth James - Aug 18, 2024

What did our critic think of THE MOUSETRAP at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre?

Review: MARY POPPINS at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre
by Elizabeth James - Jul 8, 2024

What did our critic think of MARY POPPINS at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre?

Review: MARY POPPINS at Broadway Palm
by Fran Thomas - Jun 29, 2024

What did our critic think of MARY POPPINS at Broadway Palm?

Review: SWING! At Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre
by Elizabeth James - May 31, 2024

What did our critic think of SWING! at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre?

Review: PERFECT WEDDING at The Off Broadway Palm Theatre
by Elizabeth James - May 9, 2024

What did our critic think of PERFECT WEDDING at The Off Broadway Palm Theatre?

Review: THE ADDAMS FAMILY at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre
by Elizabeth James - Apr 16, 2024

What did our critic think of THE ADDAMS FAMILY at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre?

Review: ELVIS: A MUSICAL REVOLUTION at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre
by Elizabeth James - Jan 15, 2024

What did our critic think of ELVIS: A MUSICAL REVOLUTION at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre?

Winners Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Central Pennsylvania Awards
by BWW Awards - Jan 8, 2024

Winners have been announced for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Central Pennsylvania Awards! See who was selected audience favorite in Central Pennsylvania! Winners include Ephrata Performing Arts Center, Fulton Theatre and more.

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Ft. Myers/Naples Awards; Voting Ends 12/31
by BWW Awards - Dec 26, 2023

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Ft. Myers/Naples Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Central Pennsylvania Awards; Voting Ends 12/31
by BWW Awards - Dec 26, 2023

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Central Pennsylvania Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!