70 S. Main St.
New Hope, PA 18938
BUILT: 1939
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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 Other World (2020) 12/31/2017 - 12/31/2017 Clue (2017) 9/12/2017 - 10/1/2017 Rock and Roll Man: The Alan Freed Story (2017) 9/20/1972 - 10/1/1972 Halloween (1972) [Pre-Broadway] 6/17/1957 - 6/17/1957 Half in Ernest (1957) - The Pirate (1968) [Pre-Broadway] - The New World (2017) - Show Boat (2018)
News
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Philadelphia Awards; The Milford Theater Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Philadelphia Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Philadelphia Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Central Pennsylvania Awards; Open Stage Of Harrisburg Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Central Pennsylvania Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Central Pennsylvania Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
CLUE To Play Limited Engagement At Providence Performing Arts Center
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 6, 2025
The Providence Performing Arts Center will present CLUE for a limited engagement this January as part of the 2025–2026 Encore Series. The stage adaptation, inspired by the 1985 film and the classic Hasbro board game, brings its comedic whodunit to Rhode Island for a three-performance run.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 6, 2025
The Providence Performing Arts Center will present CLUE for a limited engagement this January as part of the 2025–2026 Encore Series. The stage adaptation, inspired by the 1985 film and the classic Hasbro board game, brings its comedic whodunit to Rhode Island for a three-performance run.
First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Central Pennsylvania Awards; THE FULL MONTY Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Central Pennsylvania Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Central Pennsylvania Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Philadelphia Awards; MY FAIR LADY Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Philadelphia Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Philadelphia Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Video: First Look At ELF THE MUSICAL At Bucks County Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 27, 2025
Bucks County Playhouse has released video highlights of its new staging of ELF: THE MUSICAL from November 21 through January 4 in New Hope. Based on the film, the musical follows Buddy the Elf as he travels from the North Pole to New York City, discovering his identity while attempting to bring holiday spirit to the city.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 27, 2025
Bucks County Playhouse has released video highlights of its new staging of ELF: THE MUSICAL from November 21 through January 4 in New Hope. Based on the film, the musical follows Buddy the Elf as he travels from the North Pole to New York City, discovering his identity while attempting to bring holiday spirit to the city.
Photos: ELF: THE MUSICAL At Bucks County Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2025
Bucks County Playhouse has released new photos from its upcoming production of ELF: THE MUSICAL, which will run November 21 through January 4. Directed by John Tartaglia.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2025
Bucks County Playhouse has released new photos from its upcoming production of ELF: THE MUSICAL, which will run November 21 through January 4. Directed by John Tartaglia.
Glennon Doyle, Abby Wambach and Tig Notaro Join STARSTRUCK Producing Team
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 24, 2025
Glennon Doyle, Abby Wambach, and Tig Notaro have joined the producing team developing the new musical Starstruck as Executive Producers.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 24, 2025
Glennon Doyle, Abby Wambach, and Tig Notaro have joined the producing team developing the new musical Starstruck as Executive Producers.
Matthew Amira, Cleavant Derricks and More Complete WHITE CHRISTMAS Cast at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 17, 2025
Ogunquit Playhouse has revealed the full cast for Irving Berlin’s White Christmas The Musical, with music and lyrics by Irving Berlin and a book by David Ives and Paul Blake.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 17, 2025
Ogunquit Playhouse has revealed the full cast for Irving Berlin’s White Christmas The Musical, with music and lyrics by Irving Berlin and a book by David Ives and Paul Blake.
Listen: Melissa Errico Releases Three New Tracks From Forthcoming Album
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 7, 2025
Tony Award-nominated Broadway performer Melissa Errico has shared a new three-track bundle, comprising her renditions of “But Beautiful,” “Dancing on the Ceiling,” and “Remind Me.” Listen to them now.
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 7, 2025
Tony Award-nominated Broadway performer Melissa Errico has shared a new three-track bundle, comprising her renditions of “But Beautiful,” “Dancing on the Ceiling,” and “Remind Me.” Listen to them now.
John Tartaglia to Direct ELF: THE MUSICAL at Bucks County Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2025
Bucks County Playhouse will ring in the holiday season with a sparkling new production of “Elf: The Musical,” playing at the historic New Hope venue, and directed by John Tartaglia.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2025
Bucks County Playhouse will ring in the holiday season with a sparkling new production of “Elf: The Musical,” playing at the historic New Hope venue, and directed by John Tartaglia.
A CHORUS LINE & More Lead Philadelphia's November 2025 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Oct 31, 2025
Philadelphia is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for November 2025 include A Chorus Line and more.
by Team BWW - Oct 31, 2025
Philadelphia is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for November 2025 include A Chorus Line and more.
CLUE Comes To Waterbury’s Palace Theater In December
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 31, 2025
CLUE, the murder mystery comedy inspired by the Hasbro board game and adapted from the 1985 Paramount Pictures film, will play Waterbury’s Palace Theater from December 16 through December 18, 2025.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 31, 2025
CLUE, the murder mystery comedy inspired by the Hasbro board game and adapted from the 1985 Paramount Pictures film, will play Waterbury’s Palace Theater from December 16 through December 18, 2025.
Emily Saliers, Beth Malone and Mary Ann Stratton's STARSTRUCK is Coming to Bucks County Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 30, 2025
Bucks County Playhouse's 2026 season will launch with the world premiere of “Starstruck,” a new musical with music and lyrics by Emily Saliers, and a book by Beth Malone and Mary Ann Stratton.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 30, 2025
Bucks County Playhouse's 2026 season will launch with the world premiere of “Starstruck,” a new musical with music and lyrics by Emily Saliers, and a book by Beth Malone and Mary Ann Stratton.
Meet the Cast of OEDIPUS, Now Playing on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Oct 30, 2025
The Olivier Award-winning Oedipus, an adaptation created and directed by Robert Icke, will begin performances on Broadway on Thursday, October 30, 2025. Meet the cast of Oedipus here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 30, 2025
The Olivier Award-winning Oedipus, an adaptation created and directed by Robert Icke, will begin performances on Broadway on Thursday, October 30, 2025. Meet the cast of Oedipus here!
Listen: Jackie Burns Sings 'Shotgun' From New Musical HARD ROAD TO HEAVEN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 28, 2025
Jackie Burns delivers “Shotgun,” the first single from the upcoming musical Hard Road to Heaven. Now streaming on all platforms, the track blends Broadway drama with an authentic country sound. Listen here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 28, 2025
Jackie Burns delivers “Shotgun,” the first single from the upcoming musical Hard Road to Heaven. Now streaming on all platforms, the track blends Broadway drama with an authentic country sound. Listen here!
SHE LOVES ME to be Presented by Blue Hill Troupe, Ltd.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 27, 2025
The Blue Hill Troupe has revealed its 2025 fall production: She Loves Me at the Theatre at St. Jean's. This timeless musical comedy tells the tale of sparring co-workers who are really lovelorn pen pals. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 27, 2025
The Blue Hill Troupe has revealed its 2025 fall production: She Loves Me at the Theatre at St. Jean's. This timeless musical comedy tells the tale of sparring co-workers who are really lovelorn pen pals. Learn more!
Video: Melissa Errico Drops Video for New Single 'There’ll Be Another Spring'
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 24, 2025
Tony Award-nominated Broadway performer Melissa Errico has released her new single, “There’ll Be Another Spring,” the 4th track from her forthcoming American Songbook album I Can Dream, Can’t I? Watch the lyric video now.
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 24, 2025
Tony Award-nominated Broadway performer Melissa Errico has released her new single, “There’ll Be Another Spring,” the 4th track from her forthcoming American Songbook album I Can Dream, Can’t I? Watch the lyric video now.
Shop Costumes, Props and More at Bucks County Playhouse’s Annual ‘Props & Frocks’ Sale
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 23, 2025
Bucks County Playhouse is hosting its third annual costume sale, Props and Frocks. Learn more about the event and see how to get involved this November.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 23, 2025
Bucks County Playhouse is hosting its third annual costume sale, Props and Frocks. Learn more about the event and see how to get involved this November.
Photos: Frankie Grande and More Take Opening Bows in THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW at Bucks County Playhouse
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 15, 2025
Actor, producer and reality star, Frankie Grande, is revisiting his role as Dr. Frank-n-Furter in “Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show” at Bucks County Playhouse. Get a first look at opening night photos here!
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 15, 2025
Actor, producer and reality star, Frankie Grande, is revisiting his role as Dr. Frank-n-Furter in “Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show” at Bucks County Playhouse. Get a first look at opening night photos here!
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 ,
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