Review: INTO THE WOODS at Theatre Harrisburg
by Andrea Stephenson - Nov 12, 2024
Into the Woods is one of this reviewer’s favorite shows, and the caliber of talent, intensity of emotion, and connections among the cast members make this production stand out.
Review: LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at Oyster Mill Playhouse
by Andrea Stephenson - Jul 23, 2022
This show, directed by Eric Mansilla with music director Lindy Mack, is an engaging and brilliantly staged production with a talented group of actors who bring their whole hearts to the performance. Remember, don’t feed the plants, but do buy your tickets for Little Shop of Horrors before it’s too late!
Hershey Area Playhouse Hosts Its 20th Anniversary Cabaret Night
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 10, 2018
To highlight and celebrate its twentieth season, Hershey Area Playhouse will host a 20th Anniversary Cabaret Night on Saturday, Jan. 5, beginning at 7:00 p.m., at the Playhouse, located at the corner of Sand Hill Road and Cherry Drive.
BWW Review: A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM at Theatre Harrisburg
by Allison Rambler - Nov 15, 2017
The name Stephen Sondheim is one that conjures excitement in many a theatre enthusiast. His most popular works, such as INTO THE WOODS and SWEENEY TODD, thrive on scathing social commentary and twisting melodies that only the more experienced musicians can follow. However, as this reviewer has come to realize, Sondheim lets his funny bone shine in his lesser known musicals. Theatre Harrisburg brings one of these unfairly forgotten shows to life with their current production of A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM, and reminds the audience that musicals can be more than drama and heartbreak. In fact, as the opening number 'Comedy Tonight' suggests, FORUM is a far cry from tragedy.
Actors Coming Together to Stage New Works at Hershey Area Playhouse
by Nora Dominick - Aug 13, 2015
Actors from Open Stage of Harrisburg, Theater Harrisburg, Hershey Area Playhouse, Oyster Mill Playhouse, Little Theater of Mechanicsburg and Harrisburg Christian Performing Arts Center will all be appearing in eight new works on Saturday, September 12, 2015 at Hershey Area Playhouse as part of the theater's Dark Night Series.
Hershey Area Playhouse Presents A CHRISTMAS CAROL, Now thru 12/14
by BWW News Desk - Dec 5, 2013
A Christmas Carol, the classic Christmas tale of a greedy humbug's last-minute redemption, ushers in the holiday season at Hershey Area Playhouse starting December 5, 2013! This original musical, based on the Charles Dickens novel, is written by Lancaster theatre veteran, Barry Kornhauser. With over 30 years of involvement with the Fulton Theatre and scores of awards, Kornhauser's works have taken the local playwright to the White House, Tony Award-winning stages, the Kennedy Center, and more.
Hershey Area Playhouse to Present A CHRISTMAS CAROL, 12/5-14
by BWW News Desk - Nov 15, 2013
A Christmas Carol, the classic Christmas tale of a greedy humbug's last-minute redemption, ushers in the holiday season at Hershey Area Playhouse starting December 5, 2013! This original musical, based on the Charles Dickens novel, is written by Lancaster theatre veteran, Barry Kornhauser. With over 30 years of involvement with the Fulton Theatre and scores of awards, Kornhauser's works have taken the local playwright to the White House, Tony Award-winning stages, the Kennedy Center, and more.
Hershey Area Playhouse Announces Directors and Updated Season
by Ben Peltz - Aug 13, 2013
Hershey Area Playhouse announces an update and its directors for the 2014 season. The theatre was originally scheduled to open the season with the musical The Fantasticks, but due to a national tour now coming through the area at the same, the rights are no longer available. Instead, the Playhouse artistic committee is excited to feature the musical comedy, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.
Tickets to THE MUSIC MAN at Hershey Area Playhouse Now On Sale
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 2, 2013
The Wells Fargo train is coming to Hershey Area Playhouse in July with a 50-member cast in The Music Man. The show runs July 18-21 and 25-28, 2013 with performances at 7:30 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays and at 2 p.m. on Sundays.