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Recent Central Pennsylvania Discounts:

Spotlight: CABARET at Shawnee Playhouse

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Compagnie Hervé Koubi

1/22

Compagnie Hervé Koubi will make its debut at Penn State with a captivating performance of What the Day Owes to the Night on January 22, ...

A Choral Tribute

1/24

Vocal ensembles from Delaware, Penn State, and regional high schools will unite for A Choral Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The concert features ...

Lakecia Benjamin

2/26

Lakecia Benjamin will make her Penn State debut on February 26, 2025, showcasing her unique fusion of jazz, hip-hop, and Latin dance music. The acclaimed ...

Duck Pond

3/22

Circa returns to Penn State with Duck Pond, a contemporary circus reimagining of the classic ballet Swan Lake. Created by Yaron Lifschitz and the Circa ...

Dear Evan Hansen

3/27

Dear Evan Hansen offers a profound exploration of the challenges faced by today's youth through the lens of social media and personal connection. This critically ...

The Addams Family

4/1 - 4/2/2025

The Addams Family returns to the stage for a captivating performance at the Center for the Performing Arts. This musical comedy explores the hilarious and ...

Bang on a Can All-Stars

4/9

On April 9, 2025, the Bang on a Can All-Stars will perform David Lang's Before and After Nature at Eisenhower Auditorium. This innovative piece combines ...

Past Shows

Mosaic

12/8

Mosaic is an annual concert showcasing the exceptional talents of the Penn State School of Music's ensembles and soloists. The performance features a fast-paced array ...

Samara Joy

12/3

Three-time Grammy Award-winning vocalist Samara Joy will make her Penn State debut with a special performance titled "A Joyful Holiday" featuring the McLendon Family. Taking ...

Step Afrika!

11/13

Step Afrika! presents The Migration: Reflections on Jacob Lawrence, a performance that merges visual art and dance to tell a powerful story of the African ...

Sam Barber

11/7

Sam Barber, a rising country artist known for his stripped-down covers, will perform at Eisenhower Auditorium on November 7, 2024. Barber gained popularity on TikTok ...

Slam!

10/30

Slam! features an exhilarating blend of acrobatics and theater, exploring the high-energy world of arena wrestling. With a talented cast, including performers from Cirque Flip ...

Eddie Palmieri Salsa Orchestra

10/23

The Eddie Palmieri Salsa Orchestra will perform on October 23, 2024, at the Eisenhower Auditorium. Renowned for his innovative trombone front line style and significant ...

Le Consort

10/22

Le Consort, a Quebec-based ensemble, will perform a vibrant exploration of Baroque violin trio sonatas in its show "From Naples to London." This performance, scheduled ...

Ailey II

10/17

Ailey II celebrates its 50th anniversary with a performance featuring the artistic vision of Francesca Harper. This renowned company merges young dance talent with innovative ...

Blippi: Join the Band Tour

10/10

Blippi: Join the Band Tour brings the beloved character Blippi to life on stage with a vibrant, educational performance aimed at young audiences. On October ...

Tina Turner–The Tina Turner Musical

10/6

Tina Turner–The Tina Turner Musical chronicles the remarkable journey of the legendary artist who overcame adversity to become the Queen of Rock n’ Roll. Featuring ...

Chanticleer

9/26

Chanticleer, a twelve-member choral ensemble, will perform "Sing Joyfully" at 7:30 p.m. on September 26. Known for their versatility and vocal clarity, the group will ...

Move Mix Festival

9/14

The Move Mix Festival will take place on September 14, 2024, at the Center for the Performing Arts, celebrating its 50th anniversary. This free community ...

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CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA SHOWS


		2025 Season Gretna Theatre (6/5 - 8/23)
		TINA - The Tina Turner Musical Appell Center for the Performing Arts (1/27 - 1/27)
		A Raisin in the Sun People’s Light (2/19 - 3/30)
		God of Carnage The Belmont Theatre (3/14 - 3/23)
		Gaelic Celebration Appell Center for the Performing Arts (1/18 - 1/18)
		Puffs DreamWrights Center for Community Arts (2/7 - 2/16)
		Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike The Belmont Theatre (1/17 - 1/26)
		DeSales University Dance Ensemble Concert 2025 Act 1 DeSales University (3/21 - 3/23)
		French Connections with Branford Marsalis Appell Center for the Performing Arts (4/12 - 4/12)
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