Central Pennsylvania Theatre Newsroom

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.

PCS Theater has announced the regional premiere of Network, adapted for the stage by Lee Hall from the Academy Award-winning screenplay by Paddy Chayefsky.

The Hershey Symphony has announced their upcoming performance of “Broadway’s Bad Boys” set for next month. Learn more about the upcoming performance here!

The show is 90 minutes with no intermission.  Director, Victor Legarreta understands the farcical elements and keeps the action coming. However, funny, and fast are not synonymous.  The coherency of the plot is sometimes sacrificed by the manic pace of the show. This is a flaw of the script, not this production.

Gretna Theatre and Imaginary Friends puppet theatre will present a new musical to life that looks at the effects of bullying from the victim's perspective and how being bullied can get passed on to those you care about.

The Fulton Theatre has announced its upcoming production of 'The Irish and How They Got That Way,' as part of the Ellen Arnold Groff Studio Series. Learn more about the show here!

This hilarious musical whodunit features just two actors who sing and play the piano on stage as Marcus, the detective, attempts to solve the mystery with the “help” of The Suspects. Actors Josh Glacken and Robbie Harrison share their experience with this zany show.

Your appreciation of Pretty Woman the Musical is probably directly related to your familiarity and love of the movie.  There is extensive dialogue, events, and costume call backs to the Julia Roberts classic.  Some audience members (like my plus-one) loved this, while others might prefer to stay home and stream the original.

 The Belmont Theatre will present VANYA & SONIA & MASHA & SPIKE, a comedy in the Grumbacher Studio! Get your tickets now to start the new year with laughter to see this Tony Award winning play.

These actors tackle the difficult themes in this play with wonderful authenticity. Their pacing and line delivery are perfect, keeping the show moving while allowing the audience space to breathe and take it in.

The audience is completely captivated by these actors and the way their characters transform over the course of the performance. To say much more will give away too much of this mystery’s twists and turns, so visit oystermillplayhouse.com to get your tickets before it sells out!

Prima Theatre will present the beloved musical You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown, offering audiences a heartwarming and nostalgic experience inspired by Charles Schulz’s iconic Peanuts comic strip.

The Scranton Fringe Festival has announced an exciting new cultural exchange with the Ballina Arts Centre in County Mayo, Ireland. Scranton Fringe will present Ulysses of Scranton at the Ballina Arts Centre.

Prima Theatre will present the beloved musical You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown from February 7 through February 23, offering audiences a heartwarming and nostalgic experience inspired by Charles Schulz’s iconic Peanuts comic strip.

Act II Playhouse has announced its latest production, “Grace and Glorie,” a heartwarming comedy/drama by Tom Ziegler. The production stars Penelope Reed.

PCS Theater has announced its upcoming production of Boleros for the Disenchanted, written by acclaimed playwright José Rivera and directed by Natalie Payán. Learn more here!

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 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!

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.

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 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!

TMI Improv Troupe will present Last Laughs of 2024. Patrons can visit Gamut Theatre on New Year’s Eve for a series of short performances to keep them laughing till Midnight!

Theatre Harrisburg has announced the recipients of the 31st Awards for Distinguished Service to the Arts in the Capital Region (Arts Awards). Dr. David Bronstein, an arts leader, patron, benefactor and noted collector, will receive the Award to an Individual; and Open Stage, a regional professional theater, will receive the Award to an Organization, Company, or Group.

InterAct Theatre Company has revealed the full cast for their upcoming World Premiere: QUIXOTIC PROFESSOR QIU by Damon Chua. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

The Popcorn Hat Players will present their 32nd Annual New Year's Eve Party for Children, where they count down to NOON instead of Midnight! Featuring their hit show from last summer: Snow White and The Two Dwarfs. Learn how to attend.

The entire team of OVO by Cirque du Soleil is currently restaging its famous performance. The renewed show will be presented in Hershey at the Giant Center. Tickets for this family-friendly bug invasion are on sale now!

The Penn State School of Theatre and Centre Stage will present “A Christmas Carol,' in December at Schwab Auditorium on the University Park campus. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.