Central Pennsylvania Theatre Newsroom

Cavod Theatre will present Footloose: Youth Edition, the musical that dares you to kick off your Sunday shoes and dance! Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Open Stage will present I’m Proud of You in its Studio Theater from March 22 - April 12, with special post-performance discussions on March 28, 29, and 30 with Tim Madigan, the author of the book I’m Proud of You: My Friendship with Fred Rogers.

Voting for the fourth round of BroadwayWorld's Best Musical 2025 Bracket is now open. Which musical is really the Best Musical of all time? Last year, our readers picked Les Miz as the ultimate Tony Award-winning Best Musical of all time.

If you liked the 2009 novel, then you will love this play. The story centers on Christopher, a teenager diagnosed with Autism. But, this isn’t a story about Autism. This story is about Christopher’s mission to uncover the truth about the death of his neighbor’s dog. He is quite the detective. Genevieve McLain gave an impressive and authentic performance of Christopher and how he sees the world. Bea Gilbert’s soothing voice was a perfect choice for Siobhan as she guides Christopher through this tough time in his life. The two worked well together.

Just in time for the first day of spring, EPAC presents the regional premiere of Groundhog Day-The Musical. The plot sticks pretty close to the framework of the 1993 Bill Murray classic.

Four-time Broadway veteran Ann Talman makes her debut at Bucks County Playhouse with a special and personal performance, Elizabeth Taylor and The Shadow of her Smile, on Sunday, April 6 at 7 p.m.

Many of the acts brought to mind what the infamous Spider-Man musical had the potential to be. There were dazzling flips, aerial stunts, and (my favorite) giant trampolines that propelled performers straight up a two story wall.

The Fulton Theatre will present 'This One's for the Girls: Patsy Cline and the Women of Country,' a tribute concert celebrating the iconic women who shaped Country music.

PCS Theater will stage the world premiere of The Ballad of King Henry, a folk music adaptation of Shakespeare's Henry IV Part I beginning this month. Learn more here.

For an evening of hilarity that might just make you feel better about your own family, catch Arsenic and Old Lace at Hanover Little Theatre.

On March 28 - 29, 2025, from 7 PM - 9 PM, Alvernia University's Francis Hall transforms into '23: The Aftermath of Gun Violence.' This powerful event is dedicated to healing, awareness, and advocacy through art, discussion, and action.

This production of Frankenstein is unlike any this reviewer has seen before. It is philosophical, challenging, haunting, unsettling, and as relevant today as it was in 1818.

The entire cast gives a strong, heartfelt performance that gives the audience a glimpse into their characters’ thoughts, feelings, beliefs, insecurities, passions, and relationships.

The Hershey Symphony Orchestra will present Broadway Strings: A Night of Song for the Symphony in May at the Hershey Story Museum Lobby. Learn more here!

The entire cast comes together in a beautiful way to create a production that is relatable, engaging, and emotional. If you’re looking for something to do this weekend, do not miss out on seeing Sylvia at Carlisle Theatre.

Paper Doll Ensemble has announced the return of its Peep Show Fundraiser on Saturday, April 5, from 11 AM to 2 PM, upstairs at Plays & Players Theatre.

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.

 A Job Interview Gone-So-Wrong-It's-Right  We'll Get Back to You is a sharp comedy and an unexpectedly profound theatrical experience, centering on Viva, a job applicant whose interview is anything but typical. 

ActorsNET will present Sean Grennan’s heartfelt and time-bending romantic dramedy, NOW AND THEN. Learn more about the show and find out how to get tickets here!

The story of the iconic Josephine Baker comes to life at Gettysburg College’s Majestic Theater with Josephine: A Burlesque Cabaret Dream Play.

DreamWrights Center for Community Arts is inviting audiences to experience the gripping and visually stunning stage adaptation of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time. Learn more!

Act II Playhouse has announced its slate of 2025-2026 productions. Subscriptions and discount rates are now available. Learn more about the full season here!

 Multi-GRAMMY nominee Phil Wickham and five-time GRAMMY winner Brandon Lake are taking their “Summer Worship Nights” tour across the country this year, including a visit to Hersheypark Stadium.

Servant Stage will bring the beloved classic, Little Women: The Broadway Musical, to audiences across Lancaster County this spring. Learn more about the show here!

The Hershey Symphony will perform “Tranquility to Triumph” under the direction of Maestro Greg Woodbridge this month at the Hershey Free Church. Learn more here!