Bucks County Playhouse
Address:
70 S. Main St.
New Hope, PA 18938
Bucks County Playhouse History
The Bucks County Playhouse, a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization, is committed to providing the finest in theatrical entertainment for visitors and residents of New Hope and the Bucks County area. The mission of the Bucks County Playhouse is to present first class professional entertainment and regain the Playhouse’s historic place in the national theatrical landscape; and to stimulate, support, inspire and celebrate the performing arts in New Hope and Bucks County via our involvement with community programs, partnerships and arts education. The BCP is located at 70 South Main Street in New Hope, PA.
Shows at the Bucks County Playhouse
| Dates | Production | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 3/13/2020 | - | 4/11/2020 | |
| 12/31/2017 | - | 12/31/2017 | |
| 9/12/2017 | - | 10/1/2017 | |
| 9/20/1972 | - | 10/1/1972 | Halloween (1972) [Pre-Broadway] |
| 6/17/1957 | - | 6/17/1957 | |
| - | The Pirate (1968) [Pre-Broadway] |
||
| - | |||
| - | |||
News
HOLIDAY INN to Play Bucks County Playhouse This Holiday Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 26, 2026
Irving Berlin's HOLIDAY INN, the Broadway musical featuring over 20 classics including White Christmas and Easter Parade, will run at Bucks County Playhouse in New Hope with direction by Nick Corley and Shea Sullivan.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 26, 2026
Irving Berlin's HOLIDAY INN, the Broadway musical featuring over 20 classics including White Christmas and Easter Parade, will run at Bucks County Playhouse in New Hope with direction by Nick Corley and Shea Sullivan.
MISERY to Extend Run at Hedgerow Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 23, 2026
Hedgerow Theatre Company has extended its production of Stephen King's MISERY through November due to popular demand. The Rose Valley-based theater will add four more performances of the psychological thriller adapted by William Goldman.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 23, 2026
Hedgerow Theatre Company has extended its production of Stephen King's MISERY through November due to popular demand. The Rose Valley-based theater will add four more performances of the psychological thriller adapted by William Goldman.
Video: Elizabeth Teeter Picks the Shows That Shaped Her
by Sam Anctil - Oct 21, 2026
In this video, watch as The Hairy Ape star Elizabeth Teeter walks us through the aisles of the Drama Book Shop to tell us all about the plays and musicals that made her the artist she is today. Can you guess which classics she most adores?
by Sam Anctil - Oct 21, 2026
In this video, watch as The Hairy Ape star Elizabeth Teeter walks us through the aisles of the Drama Book Shop to tell us all about the plays and musicals that made her the artist she is today. Can you guess which classics she most adores?
SILVER LININGS PLAYBOOK Musical With Score by A Great Big World to Receive Industry Reading
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 20, 2026
The new musical based on Matthew Quick's novel features an original score by A Great Big World and a book by four-time Tony nominee Rick Elice, with direction by Jessica Stone.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 20, 2026
The new musical based on Matthew Quick's novel features an original score by A Great Big World and a book by four-time Tony nominee Rick Elice, with direction by Jessica Stone.
Photos: ROCK OF AGES at Bucks County Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 16, 2026
Bucks County Playhouse released production photos and video from its high-energy staging of the Tony Award-nominated Broadway musical ROCK OF AGES, featuring 1980s rock anthems by Journey, Bon Jovi, Foreigner and others.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 16, 2026
Bucks County Playhouse released production photos and video from its high-energy staging of the Tony Award-nominated Broadway musical ROCK OF AGES, featuring 1980s rock anthems by Journey, Bon Jovi, Foreigner and others.
Meet the Cast of WANTED, Now in Previews on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Oct 15, 2026
Performances are now underway for Wanted, the epic tale of Mary and Martha: sisters, outlaws, legends. Learn more about the show and meet the cast of Wanted here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 15, 2026
Performances are now underway for Wanted, the epic tale of Mary and Martha: sisters, outlaws, legends. Learn more about the show and meet the cast of Wanted here!
How to Prepare for a Musical Theatre Audition
by Jenna Pastuszek - Oct 10, 2026
Heading to a musical theatre audition? In the first of a two-part series, a Broadway voice teacher explains what to bring and how to prepare. If you've never been to a professional musical theatre audition, it can feel like a mysterious black box. What really happens in the room where it happens? What do I bring in with me? Will they really count my bars and yell at me for having 35? Why is everyone in the hallway holding a binder? Who do I talk to if I have questions?
by Jenna Pastuszek - Oct 10, 2026
Heading to a musical theatre audition? In the first of a two-part series, a Broadway voice teacher explains what to bring and how to prepare. If you've never been to a professional musical theatre audition, it can feel like a mysterious black box. What really happens in the room where it happens? What do I bring in with me? Will they really count my bars and yell at me for having 35? Why is everyone in the hallway holding a binder? Who do I talk to if I have questions?
Crystal Kellogg and More Join the Cast of DOLLY: A TRUE ORIGINAL MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Oct 9, 2026
Complete casting has been announced for the Broadway premiere of DOLLY: A True Original Musical, opening at the St. James Theatre this winter, including Crystal Kellogg and more.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 9, 2026
Complete casting has been announced for the Broadway premiere of DOLLY: A True Original Musical, opening at the St. James Theatre this winter, including Crystal Kellogg and more.
Erin Riley Discusses THE MIGHTY WMMR at Bucks County Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 7, 2026
Music executive and author Erin Riley will discuss her book about Philadelphia's rock radio history at Bucks County Playhouse as part of the venue's free Spotlight Series.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 7, 2026
Music executive and author Erin Riley will discuss her book about Philadelphia's rock radio history at Bucks County Playhouse as part of the venue's free Spotlight Series.
Jenn Colella to Star in NEARLY NEIGHBORS Developmental Reading
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2026
Tony Award nominee Jenn Colella will play Stacy in a developmental reading of the new chamber musical NEARLY NEIGHBORS. Producers announced a nationwide open casting call to find the actor for the role of Rachel.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2026
Tony Award nominee Jenn Colella will play Stacy in a developmental reading of the new chamber musical NEARLY NEIGHBORS. Producers announced a nationwide open casting call to find the actor for the role of Rachel.
Photos: ON YOUR FEET! The Story of Emilio & Gloria Estefan Opens at The Argyle Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 29, 2026
The Argyle Theatre has released all new photos from ON YOUR FEET! The Story of Emilio & Gloria Estefan. Learn more about the show and check out the photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 29, 2026
The Argyle Theatre has released all new photos from ON YOUR FEET! The Story of Emilio & Gloria Estefan. Learn more about the show and check out the photos here!
DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS to Open at Bristol Riverside Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 24, 2026
Bristol Riverside Theatre will present a comedic reimagining of the classic vampire tale written by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen, directed by Ken Kaissar, featuring William Bednar, Laura Cable, Brenny Campbell, Davey Miller, and Danny Vaccaro.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 24, 2026
Bristol Riverside Theatre will present a comedic reimagining of the classic vampire tale written by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen, directed by Ken Kaissar, featuring William Bednar, Laura Cable, Brenny Campbell, Davey Miller, and Danny Vaccaro.
Audition Season is Here! How to Find Auditions
by Jenna Pastuszek - Sep 20, 2026
Ahh, September: falling leaves, pumpkin spice EVERYTHING, and back-to-school sales around every corner of the internet. It also marks the beginning of “fall audition season” — aka the time when regional theatres start booking their final shows of the year (i.e. holiday); Broadway is casting shows opening later in the ‘26-’27 season; and cruise ships are starting up their next nine-month contracts.
by Jenna Pastuszek - Sep 20, 2026
Ahh, September: falling leaves, pumpkin spice EVERYTHING, and back-to-school sales around every corner of the internet. It also marks the beginning of “fall audition season” — aka the time when regional theatres start booking their final shows of the year (i.e. holiday); Broadway is casting shows opening later in the ‘26-’27 season; and cruise ships are starting up their next nine-month contracts.
Photos: ON YOUR FEET Opens at The Argyle Theatre
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Sep 20, 2026
The Argyle Theatre opened ON YOUR FEET! The Story of Emilio & Gloria Estefan, written by Alexander Dinelaris (Book) and Gloria Estefan and Emilio Estefan (Music & Lyrics), is the story of two artists who believed in their talent, their music and each other. Check out the photos!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Sep 20, 2026
The Argyle Theatre opened ON YOUR FEET! The Story of Emilio & Gloria Estefan, written by Alexander Dinelaris (Book) and Gloria Estefan and Emilio Estefan (Music & Lyrics), is the story of two artists who believed in their talent, their music and each other. Check out the photos!
Hammerstein Museum Selects Adams-Bickel for Highland Farm Renovations
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 17, 2026
The Oscar Hammerstein Museum and Theatre Education Center named Adams-Bickel Contractors as general contractor for upcoming renovations at historic Highland Farm in Doylestown, Pennsylvania.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 17, 2026
The Oscar Hammerstein Museum and Theatre Education Center named Adams-Bickel Contractors as general contractor for upcoming renovations at historic Highland Farm in Doylestown, Pennsylvania.
Kennedy Center Warns of Bankruptcy, SF Opera Strikes, and Broadway's Money Trail Goes Public
by Alex Freeman - Sep 14, 2026
Kennedy Center warns of bankruptcy, SF Opera cancels over a strike, and Gate Theatre closes after 50 years — plus Shaw Festival's $25M rebuild, new leaders at Le Petit and Quantum, and what Broadway's SEC filings reveal.
by Alex Freeman - Sep 14, 2026
Kennedy Center warns of bankruptcy, SF Opera cancels over a strike, and Gate Theatre closes after 50 years — plus Shaw Festival's $25M rebuild, new leaders at Le Petit and Quantum, and what Broadway's SEC filings reveal.
Review: RENT at Bucks County Playhouse
by Marakay Rogers - Sep 10, 2026
As the group Straight No Chaser sings, 'Five hundred twenty five thousand choirs have sung this... thanks to the writer, we all leave sad.' Without detail - yes, true. Jonathan Larson died before opening night of his own show about death and dying and drugs and rent strikes, leaving a show that feels unfinished and indeed sad. His death is part of the mystique of the show, but it's also the problem - what might another month of retooling have brought about?
by Marakay Rogers - Sep 10, 2026
As the group Straight No Chaser sings, 'Five hundred twenty five thousand choirs have sung this... thanks to the writer, we all leave sad.' Without detail - yes, true. Jonathan Larson died before opening night of his own show about death and dying and drugs and rent strikes, leaving a show that feels unfinished and indeed sad. His death is part of the mystique of the show, but it's also the problem - what might another month of retooling have brought about?
Nicole Bégué Hackmann Named Executive Director Of Le Petit Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 8, 2026
Nicole Hackmann, a New Orleans native and former Executive Director of Bucks County Playhouse, will lead Le Petit Théâtre du Vieux Carré, succeeding Don-Scott Cooper at the French Quarter institution.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 8, 2026
Nicole Hackmann, a New Orleans native and former Executive Director of Bucks County Playhouse, will lead Le Petit Théâtre du Vieux Carré, succeeding Don-Scott Cooper at the French Quarter institution.
Bucks County Playhouse to Offer Fall Acting, Dance, Voiceover Classes
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2026
Bucks County Playhouse will present a fall lineup of adult education classes in acting, singing and dance at Lambertville Hall, featuring new courses and instructors including HAMILTON alum Victoria Ann Scovens.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2026
Bucks County Playhouse will present a fall lineup of adult education classes in acting, singing and dance at Lambertville Hall, featuring new courses and instructors including HAMILTON alum Victoria Ann Scovens.
ROCK OF AGES Will Come to Bucks County Playhouse This Fall
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2026
The Tony-nominated jukebox musical featuring hits from Journey, Bon Jovi and Twisted Sister will play the New Hope theatre, with Maggie Gidden and Noah Mutterperl leading the cast.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2026
The Tony-nominated jukebox musical featuring hits from Journey, Bon Jovi and Twisted Sister will play the New Hope theatre, with Maggie Gidden and Noah Mutterperl leading the cast.
Bucks County Playhouse Frequently Asked Questions
- What show is currently in Bucks County Playhouse?
- Bucks County Playhouse's current show is Other World which began performances on 3/13/2020.
- What when was Bucks County Playhouse built?
- Bucks County Playhouse was built in 1939.
- What were the longest running shows at Bucks County Playhouse?
- Halloween which ran from 9/20/1972 to 10/1/1972, The Pirate which ran from to ,
.gif?width=300)
Tickets From $70
Tickets From $135
Tickets From $58
Tickets From $67
