Central Pennsylvania Theater Reviews: Best Shows & Critic Recommendations Page 19

BWW Review: SOMETHING ROTTEN at EPAC
by Rich Mehrenberg - October 10, 2021

Don't let the name fool ya. EPAC's production of Something Rotten is totally fresh. In fact, it is their best show post-pandemic, by far. (Any show that rhymes 'penis' and 'genius' in it's first ten minutes is gonna crack you up!) ...

BWW Review: A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM at Gamut Theatre
by Rich Mehrenberg - October 08, 2021

The course of true love never did run smooth, but a good Shakespeare play often does. That is my take away from a recently viewing of Gamut Theatre's production of A Midsummer Night's Dream. This show is fresh, fun, and funny. The remarkable 24 character show was performed by 14 actors, which calls ...

BWW Review: SOON at Prima Theatre
by Marakay Rogers - October 05, 2021

Climate change rocks the earth. Your roommate is heading to the beach. What will you do about that Bar Mitzvah for your fish?...

BWW Review: WHITE RABBIT RED RABBIT at Open Stage
by Andrea Stephenson - October 03, 2021

Open Stage is presenting White Rabbit Red Rabbit now through October 24. The show explores, in an unique way, questions and ideas about life, death, identity, behavior, conformity, and freedom. Each performance will feature a different actor. Ticket holders are welcome to attend as many performances...

BWW Review: NEVERMORE at Gretna Theatre
by Jason Davis - October 02, 2021

The mysterious, supernatural, and dramatic energy that characterizes the work of Edgar Allen Poe was superbly captured in Gretna Theatre's production of Nevermore. Six popular stories, adapted into powerful monologues and performed in a unique outdoor environment, captivated and haunted theatre goer...

BWW Review: THE MIRACLE WORKER at The Belmont Theatre
by Jason Davis - September 19, 2021

Live theater is back in York, PA. The Belmont Theatre is known for producing high quality professional shows. Although stalled by the pandemic, this community theatre is now back in full force....

BWW Review: MAMMA MIA at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
by Rich Mehrenberg - September 18, 2021

Mamma Mia is the ABBA-infused jukebox musical about bride to be, Sophie (Jennie Nasser) and her quest to find out which of three men (Brent Schraff, Andrew Scoggin, & Justin Miller) is her biological father. It's a goofy premise, but most audience members are there to sing along to 'Dancing Queen', ...

BWW Review: STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Gettysburg Community Theatre
by Andrea Stephenson - September 11, 2021

This ensemble cast really comes together in this production—making audiences want to be part of their friend circle. Join the women of Chinquapin Parish for in person performances of Steel Magnolias at Gettysburg Community Theatre now through September 19th. Audiences can also enjoy the performance ...

BWW Review: THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED) at Susquehanna Stage
by Jason Davis - September 11, 2021

Hang on to your seat and do your best to keep up! Susquehanna Stage's production of The Complete Works of William Shakespeare, is beyond fast-paced, verging on breakneck speed....

BWW Review: FUN HOME at Fulton Theatre
by Rich Mehrenberg - September 11, 2021

The Fulton Theater returns to the mainstage with Fun Home, its first production in over 18 months. While many other local theaters remained dormant during the last year and a half, the Fulton went through a well-deserved metamorphosis. ...

BWW Review: JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT at Allenberry Playhouse
by Marakay Rogers - September 08, 2021

JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT was Andrew Lloyd Webber's and Tim Rice's first foray into Biblical themes. Starting with the well known Old Testament tale of a young boy, jealous siblings, and an astonishing journey provoked by a doting father's excessive gift, the production featured s...

BWW Review: EVERY BRILLIANT THING at Open Stage
by Andrea Stephenson - September 05, 2021

While the show tackles the very serious topics of mental health, depression, and suicide, it is a show filled with humor, joy, and hope. Every Brilliant Thing at Open Stage is an engaging, emotional, and beautiful piece presented with authenticity and candor. For information on this production and o...

BWW Review: THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST at Little Theatre Of Mechanicsburg
by Andrea Stephenson - September 04, 2021

The Importance of Being Earnest, due to its witty dialogue and fast-paced comedy, has withstood the passage of time, resulting in multiple revivals and adaptations. Audiences can catch The Importance of Being Earnest at Little Theatre of Mechanicsburg (LTM) through September 19th. For those looking ...

BWW Review: THE GUYS at EPAC
by Rich Mehrenberg - September 04, 2021

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BWW Review: DINO! AN EVENING WITH DEAN MARTIN at Gretna Theatre
by Jason Davis - August 27, 2021

Travel back in time to the glory days of the nightclub crooner. Dino! An Evening with Dean Martin at Gretna Theatre creates an intimate atmosphere to relive Dino fan favorites and immerse the audience in days gone by....

BWW Review: COMPANY at DreamWrights Center For Community Arts
by Andrea Stephenson - August 21, 2021

The cast and crew at DreamWrights take on this difficult show with tremendous energy that draws the audience in and takes them on an emotional journey—bringing to mind one’s own relationships and friendships....

BWW Review: DRIVING MISS DAISY at Oyster Mill Playhouse
by Andrea Stephenson - August 14, 2021

Driving Miss Daisy reminds us of the work we still need to do, as a society, when it comes to how we treat those who are different from us. In the hands of Oyster Mill’s production team as well as the cast of Morgan, Payne, and Warner, this play becomes an intimate and highly meaningful experience....

BWW Review: GRUMPY OLD MEN at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
by Jason Davis - August 09, 2021

An afternoon of great company, good food, and a cute funny show is a great combination. Grumpy Old Men is a fun comedy with a hysterical script that is perfectly suited for dinner theatre. Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre's 2020 production was unfortunately halted due to the pandemic and has now been brou...

BWW Review: THE CAROL BURNETT SHOW at Gettysburg Community Theatre
by Andrea Stephenson - August 08, 2021

There is something for everyone in this series of sketches from The Carol Burnett Show. While it will take older audiences on a nostalgic journey, younger audiences will enjoy the rapid-fire comedy. A show for audiences who enjoy sketch comedy, improv, and shows like Saturday Night Live, The Carol B...

BWW Review: THE HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES at Gretna Theatre
by Jason Davis - August 08, 2021

Who is murdering the Baskervilles? Gretna Theatre's production of The Hound of the Baskervilles is a fast paced campy comedy with quick changes and hilarious blunders....

BWW Review: PRETTY FIRE at Sankofa African American Theatre Company
by Andrea Stephenson - July 31, 2021

Sankofa’s production of Pretty Fire at Gamut Theatre is a beautiful performance that will elicit a range of emotions from the audience. Visit https://www.sankofatheatrehbg.com/pretty-fire to get tickets for this incredible production. For more information on Sankofa African American Theatre Company,...

BWW Review: ROCK OF AGES at Hershey Area Playhouse
by Rich Mehrenberg - July 30, 2021

Get out the Aqua-Net and leg warmers, Hershey Area Playhouse is taking you back to the 80's with their return to live theater, Rock of Ages. The show is both fun and funny. It doesn't take itself so seriously, in fact, at one point it makes a self-referential comment that the show is nothing but 'po...

BWW Review: FOLLIES at Susquehanna Stage
by Jason Davis - July 24, 2021

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BWW Review: MATILDA at EPAC
by Rich Mehrenberg - July 23, 2021

Roald Dahl's children's classic, Matilda makes its way to the EPAC stage. The show is full of humor, energy, and a tribute to the underdogs of the world. Carly Geiter plays the eponymous character with spunk and joy. I was very impressed with how many songs and scenes she had to carry on her own. Ea...

BWW Review: THE DEVIL POURS IT STEADY at Orpheus Theater
by Rich Mehrenberg - July 20, 2021

The Devil Pours It Steady is the latest offering by local playwright, Tyler Rossi. The show is available for streaming now through July 23rd and is produced by the Orpheus Theater. Rossi's resume includes many compelling dramatic pieces including Verboten and End of the Line. The current work falls ...