EMMET OTTER’S JUG-BAND CHRISTMAS Comes to Open Stage Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2025
Open Stage will host the Pennsylvania premiere of Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas, a heartwarming live stage musical based on the 1977 Jim Henson holiday television special and the illustrated book by Russell and Lillian Hoban.
Review: DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS at Open Stage
by Andrea Stephenson - Oct 6, 2025
The character of Dracula was popularized by the 1897 Gothic novel by Bram Stoker. Since then, the vampire Dracula has captured the imaginations of generations. Countless stories, movies, and plays have explored this character from a variety of angles.
DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS Begins This Month at Open Stage
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 3, 2025
Open Stage in Harrisburg will celebrate Halloween with Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors, running October 4–November 1, 2025. Directed by Stuart Landon, the farcical reimagining of Bram Stoker’s novel features wild quick-changes, zany humor, and a five-actor cast led by Brad Barkdoll as Dracula.
Review: I'M PROUD OF YOU at Open Stage
by Andrea Stephenson - Mar 29, 2025
Every aspect of the production makes the audience feel safe and at ease, highlighting the very real human experiences, relationships, and emotions that the cast brings to the stage.
Open Stage to Present THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK in March
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 12, 2025
Open Stage will present performances of The Diary of Anne Frank at the Scottish Rite Cathedral at 2701 N. 3rd Street in Harrisburg on March 25 and 26 at 9:45 a.m. and March 27 at 7:30 p.m.
Open Stage To Present HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 24, 2025
Open Stage will present Hedwig and the Angry Inch on its Capital Blue Cross Main Stage from Feb. 6 to Mar. 1. Directed by Chris Gibson and musically directed by Brad Barkdoll.
Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Open Stage
by Andrea Stephenson - Dec 23, 2024
The heart and soul that this cast and crew put into the 25th year of A Christmas Carol at Open Stage is a testament to the staying power of the show itself as well as to the magic that Open Stage creates with every production.
Review: RIDE THE CYCLONE at Open Stage
by Andrea Stephenson - Oct 21, 2024
Ride the Cyclone is a fascinating exploration of the dichotomy between what we project to the world and who we really are, what makes life worth living, and the importance of memory. It’s the perfect show for spooky season, and the perfect show for Open Stage.
Open Stage To Present RIDE THE CYCLONE
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 8, 2024
Open Stage announced the presentation of RIDE THE CYCLONE, a musical exploring the afterlife through the stories of six teenagers. The show runs from October 20 to November 5, 2024.
GO YOUR OWN WAY: A CELEBRATION OF FLEETWOOD MAC Comes to Open Stage
by Stephi Wild - Aug 28, 2024
Open Stage, a theatre company in downtown Harrisburg, will present Go Your Own Way: A Celebration of Fleetwood Mac in its Studio Theatre from Sept. 6-21. Produced and created by Wayne Landon, the production is an electrifying journey through the iconic music of the legendary band Fleetwood Mac.