Review: KING LEAR at OrangeMite Shakespeare Company
by Sandra Harberger - Jan 20, 2026
Eighteen years ago, the OrangeMite Shakespeare Company began a journey to bring every one of Shakespeare’s plays to the stage. They have reached the 39th and final play with Shakespeare’s epic tragedy, King Lear. OrangeMite’s King Lear is onstage January 17th, 18th, and 25th at the Appell Center for the Performing Arts under the direction of William Wolfgang.
King Lear was written by Shakespeare sometime around 1605 and premiered onstage in 1606. In this tragedy, King Lear suffers the consequences of testing his daughters’ love and choosing flattery over honesty. William Wolfgang’s portrayal of King Lear was engaging and at times comedic. He was filled with pride and narcissism and eventually you see his insanity and humanity as he discovered the error of the ways. Another standout performance was Andrew Texter’s portrayal of Edgar, who was betrayed by his brother. This role required such a transformation from innocence to beggar to redeemed authority figure.
Review: RICHARD III at OrangeMite Studio
by Sandra Harberger - Jan 21, 2025
Daryll Perkins Jr.’s portrayal of Richard was excellent and perfectly evil for this tragic character. Chris Koslosky’s curses and predictions of downfall as the banished Queen Margaret was fantastic. The fighting scene between Richard (Daryl Perkins Jr.) and Henry Tudor of Richmond was realistic and tense. I’m pretty sure I held my breath for most of it. It was well choreographed, and both actors gave it their all and never missed a mark.
Review: THE ALCHEMIST at OrangeMite Studios
by Sandra Harberger - Aug 27, 2023
The ensemble cast of The Alchemist works well together to present this face-paced comedy for York, PA. Located in the Dance Hall of Brookside Park, the OrangeMite found the perfect setting for this old English play
Review: MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING at Gettysburg Community Theatre
by Andrea Stephenson - Aug 6, 2023
This playis filled with witty dialogue, word play, and intrigue. The cast works well together, makes good use of the space, and brings their characters to life with their facial expressions and movements. For an evening of fun and laughter, check out Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing at Gettysburg Community Theatre.
Review: SIDE SHOW at Theatre Harrisburg
by Andrea Stephenson - Apr 29, 2023
Side Show wows audiences with its incredible music and complex story that is filled with both triumphs and heartache. This production is larger than life, engaging the senses and drawing the audience into the riveting story. The cast is simply incredible. Theatre Harrisburg’s production of Side Show is thought-provoking and hauntingly beautiful.
Cast and Crew Announced for JULIUS CAESAR at Invictus Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 23, 2022
The cast and creative team have been announced for Invictus Theatre Company’s modern dress production of Shakespeare’s JULIUS CAESAR, to be directed by Company Artistic Director Charles Askenaizer. The production will preview from October 20 to 23 and play through November 20, 2022.