News on your favorite shows, specials & more!

Central Pennsylvania Theatre Newsroom

The latest news on live theatre in Central Pennsylvania from Broadway shows on tour to regional theatre.

Ryan Fleur Appointed President And CEO Of The Philadelphia Orchestra And Ensemble Arts
by A.A. Cristi - April 23, 2025


The Philadelphia Orchestra and Ensemble Arts has announced the appointment of  Ryan Fleur as president and CEO, effective immediately. Fleur, a visionary leader with over three decades of experience in the performing arts, steps into this role after serving as interim president and CEO since January 2025.

Ryan Fleur Appointed President And CEO Of The Philadelphia Orchestra And Ensemble Arts
by A.A. Cristi - April 23, 2025


The Philadelphia Orchestra and Ensemble Arts has announced the appointment of  Ryan Fleur as president and CEO, effective immediately. Fleur, a visionary leader with over three decades of experience in the performing arts, steps into this role after serving as interim president and CEO since January 2025.

TobyMac And MercyMe To Perform At GIANT Center In Hershey This Fall
by A.A. Cristi - April 21, 2025


Powerhouse Christian music artists TobyMac, MercyMe and Matthew West will join forces for a tour this fall. The run will visit eight cities in the U.S., including Hershey, Pa., with a stop at GIANT Center on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025, at 7 p.m. 

ANNIE to be Presented at Salt & Light Theatre in July
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 21, 2025


This summer, the newest community theatre in Central PA, Salt & Light Theatre for the Performing Arts, will present its first Broadway musical of 'Annie' directed by Pastor Ryan Brosious. Learn more!

ANNIE to be Presented at Salt & Light Theatre in July
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 21, 2025


This summer, the newest community theatre in Central PA, Salt & Light Theatre for the Performing Arts, will present its first Broadway musical of 'Annie' directed by Pastor Ryan Brosious. Learn more!

THE WOLVES Comes to Raymond W. Smith Second Stage at PCS Theater
by Stephi Wild - April 21, 2025


PCS Theater will present The Wolves by Sarah DeLappe, directed by Kayla Bowe, on the Raymond W. Smith Second Stage next month. Learn more about the show here.

Review: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
by Rich Mehrenberg - April 19, 2025


Good theater should give the audience more to think about at its conclusion beyond “where did I park my car?” Fiddler on the Roof is just that show.

Review: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
by Rich Mehrenberg - April 19, 2025


Good theater should give the audience more to think about at its conclusion beyond “where did I park my car?” Fiddler on the Roof is just that show.

Photos: Meet the Cast of WE'LL GET BACK TO YOU At Prima Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - April 15, 2025


Check out photos of the cast of the East Coast premiere of Rob Bell's We’ll Get Back to You, running April 25 - May 10, 2025 at Prima Theartre. We’ll Get Back to You centers on Viva, a job applicant whose interview is anything but typical.

Gretna Theatre Reveals Lineup For 2025 Season
by Stephi Wild - April 15, 2025


Gretna Theatre has announced its 2025 season, featuring a mix of musical tributes, classic comedies, and collaborative productions. Learn more about the lineup here!

Photos: THE NEVERENDING STORY At DreamWrights Center for Community Arts
by A.A. Cristi - April 14, 2025


DreamWrights Center for Community Arts invites audiences of all ages into the magical world of The Neverending Story, a theatrical adventure filled with imagination, courage, and the fight to save a fading land. Check out photos from the show.

THE NEVERENDING STORY to be Presented at DreamWrights This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 14, 2025


DreamWrights Center for Community Arts is inviting audiences of all ages into the magical world of The Neverending Story, a theatrical adventure filled with imagination, courage, and the fight to save a fading land. Learn more!

Review: ANASTASIA at Fulton Theatre
by Rich Mehrenberg - April 13, 2025


Whether you are a fan of Russian history, 90’s animation, or musical theatre, Anastasia has something to appeal to everyone.  Performances run now through May 11.

A DOLL'S HOUSE Comes to ActorsNET Next Month
by Stephi Wild - April 10, 2025


ActorsNET is inviting audiences to experience a fresh perspective on Henrik Ibsen's seminal work with their upcoming production of 'A Doll's House.' Learn more here!

Interview: Jacob Medich of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
by Andrea Stephenson - April 08, 2025


​​​​​​​Based on Tevya and His Daughters, a collection of stories by Sholem Aleichem, Fiddler on the Roof is set in the small Russian village of Anatevka in 1905. This 1964 award winning musical, with music by Jerry Bock, lyrics by Sheldon Harnick, and book by Joseph Stein, strikes a chord as much today as it did during its record-setting run on Broadway.

Interview: Jacob Medich of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
by Andrea Stephenson - April 08, 2025


​​​​​​​Based on Tevya and His Daughters, a collection of stories by Sholem Aleichem, Fiddler on the Roof is set in the small Russian village of Anatevka in 1905. This 1964 award winning musical, with music by Jerry Bock, lyrics by Sheldon Harnick, and book by Joseph Stein, strikes a chord as much today as it did during its record-setting run on Broadway.

HAIRSPRAY and More Set for Fulton Theatre 2025-2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 08, 2025


The Fulton Theatre has unveiled its 2025/2026 Season, a carefully curated lineup of plays and musicals designed to captivate and inspire audiences of all ages. Learn more!

HAIRSPRAY and More Set for Fulton Theatre 2025-2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 08, 2025


The Fulton Theatre has unveiled its 2025/2026 Season, a carefully curated lineup of plays and musicals designed to captivate and inspire audiences of all ages. Learn more!

Popovsky Performing Arts to Present Tenth Annual MIXED UP CABARET
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 07, 2025


Popovsky Performing Arts Studio will present its TENTH Annual Mixed Up Cabaret! It features a cast performing songs and scenes from roles in which they would never be cast in, or performing songs that are done ALL wrong! Learn more!

Hershey Symphony to Perform SUITE-EST PLACE ON EARTH to Close Season
by Emmy Rice - April 05, 2025


The Hershey Symphony Orchestra will present “Suite-est Place on Earth” at the Hershey Free Church on Friday, May 2, at 7:30 p.m. Check here for more information.

Hershey Symphony to Perform SUITE-EST PLACE ON EARTH to Close Season
by Emmy Rice - April 05, 2025


The Hershey Symphony Orchestra will present “Suite-est Place on Earth” at the Hershey Free Church on Friday, May 2, at 7:30 p.m. Check here for more information.

Review: JEFFREY at Little Theatre Of Mechanicsburg
by Andrea Stephenson - April 05, 2025


Little Theatre of Mechanicsburg presents Jeffrey with creativity, sensitivity, and authenticity.

Review: JEFFREY at Little Theatre Of Mechanicsburg
by Andrea Stephenson - April 05, 2025


Little Theatre of Mechanicsburg presents Jeffrey with creativity, sensitivity, and authenticity.

New Musical TOTALED: A FOLK ROCK THRILLER Premieres on YouTube This Month
by A.A. Cristi - April 04, 2025


After five years of development, Totaled: A Folk Rock Thriller had its world premiere production at Theatre Horizon by way of The Dunwich Dolls: Theatre Collective.

Review: I'M PROUD OF YOU at Open Stage
by Andrea Stephenson - March 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.


Videos


2025 Season in Central Pennsylvania 2025 Season
Gretna Theatre (6/5 - 8/23) Tracker
Cats in Central Pennsylvania Cats
Fulton Theatre (6/13 - 7/20)
Titanic the Musical in Central Pennsylvania Titanic the Musical
The Belmont Theatre (6/13 - 6/22)
The Savannah Sipping Society in Central Pennsylvania The Savannah Sipping Society
The Belmont Theatre (5/2 - 5/11)
We'll Get Back to You in Central Pennsylvania We'll Get Back to You
Prima Theatre (4/25 - 5/10)
Little Women the Broadway musical in Central Pennsylvania Little Women the Broadway musical
The Belmont Theatre (8/8 - 8/17)
Mean Girls (Non-Equity) in Central Pennsylvania Mean Girls (Non-Equity)
Scranton Cultural Center (5/16 - 5/18)
The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley in Central Pennsylvania The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley
Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre (4/5 - 5/13)
VIEW SHOWS  ADD A SHOW  

Recommended For You