Central Pennsylvania Theater Reviews

Review: CABARET at Theatre Harrisburg
by Andrea Stephenson - September 08, 2024

This production of Cabaret combines creative and thoughtful direction and design with incredible talent on stage and off. It is a difficult show that hits hard in many ways, and the team at Theatre Harrisburg meets the challenge of Cabaret head on....

Review: CHICKEN & BISCUITS at EPAC
by Rich Mehrenberg - September 07, 2024

What did our critic think of CHICKEN & BISCUITS at EPAC?...

Review: ANYTHING GOES at Gettysburg Community Theatre
by Andrea Stephenson - September 07, 2024

Anything Goes is high energy, and the intimacy of the small theatre setting lends itself well to this show, making the audience feel like they’re on the boat with the characters. This is the best production of Anything Goes that this reviewer has seen. Grab your passports and get your tickets for th...

Review: BROADWAY BOUND at Little Theatre of Mechanicsburg
by Andrea Stephenson - August 24, 2024

Broadway Bound is touching and humorous, and the right cast and director can create a beautiful tapestry that will have audiences laughing one moment and bringing them to silent reflection the next. Little Theatre of Mechanicsburg has just the right cast, crew, and director to bring this play to lif...

Review: THE INFLUENCER'S NEW CLOTHES at TAFE: Theatre Arts For Everyone
by Sandra Harberger - August 24, 2024

TAFE is proud to present the premier production of “The Influencer’s New Clothes” from August 23rd to 25th. This original play was written by York native, Paige Hoke. According to Ms. Hoke, her play is a modern adaptation of “The Emperor’s New Clothes” that focuses on “self-confidence, being a stron...

Review: AVATAR THE LAST AIRBENDER-IN CONCERT at Hershey Theatre
by Rich Mehrenberg - August 22, 2024

Avatar the Last Airbender-In Concert “blew” into the Hershey Theatre on Thursday, August 8th and was met with “thunderous” applause. Audience members were treated to a giant movie screen playing scenes from the “fiery” series, accompanied by a very talented, yet “grounded” live orchestra.  As you mi...

Review: JERSEY BOYS at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
by Rich Mehrenberg - August 19, 2024

Oh, what a night!  Dutch Apple brings the crowd-pleaser Jersey Boys to the Lancaster stage.  Based on the life and times of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, this toe-tapping blast from the past serves up all their hits like Sherry, Big Girls Don’t Cry, and Can’t Take My Eyes Off of You. ...

Review: JULIUS CAESAR at Gettysburg Community Theatre
by Andrea Stephenson - August 03, 2024

Overall, Gettysburg Community Theatre’s production of Julius Caesar is intense and emotionally charged, with well-choreographed fight and death scenes....

Review: ANYTHING GOES at Susquehanna Stage
by Jason Davis - July 29, 2024

Producing a high-energy musical like Anything Goes is no small feat, requiring meticulous attention to both music and choreography. Yet, Susquehanna Stage has once again demonstrated its reputation for exceptional community theater with a production that, despite a few minor hiccups, ultimately deli...

Review: CABARET at EPAC
by Rich Mehrenberg - July 28, 2024

I am a big fan of Rachael Opdenaker’s portrayal of Sally Bowles.  Opdenaker brings vitality and beauty to her role.  All of her numbers are fantastic, but her cover of the title song is a true powerhouse performance that needs to be seen and heard....

Review: COSMIC TRASH: THE MUSICAL (THE NEXT ADVENTURE) at Gamut Theatre
by Jessica Crowe - July 24, 2024

When you think of the mysterious world of the tarot, what usually comes to mind is likely a tiny, dimly lit shop full of mystical old world objects and an eccentric woman who is incredibly excited to look into your past, present, and future to solve your problems......

Review: HARRISBURG FRINGE FESTIVAL 2024 DAY 4 at Various Harrisburg Venues
by Andrea Stephenson - July 23, 2024

Save the date for next year’s Harrisburg Fringe Festival, July 17th-20th, 2025. You do not want to miss out on the fun!...

Review: HARRISBURG FRINGE FESTIVAL 2024 DAY 3 at Various Harrisburg Venues
by Andrea Stephenson - July 22, 2024

Saturday was another beautiful day for the Harrisburg Fringe Festival! The shows started at 11am and continued well into the evening. While the Festival is now over, this reviewer highly recommends that you keep your eyes on these performers and on next year’s Harrisburg Fringe Festival!...

Review: HARRISBURG FRINGE FESTIVAL DAY 2 at Various Harrisburg Venues
by Andrea Stephenson - July 21, 2024

Don't miss out on your final chance to catch some of these fantastic performances at fringe! Do something weird and support the performing and visual arts!...

Review: HARRISBURG FRINGE FESTIVAL 2024 at Various Harrisburg Venues
by Andrea Stephenson - July 19, 2024

The Fringe Festival is off to a fantastic start! Join these fabulous artists July 18-21 in doing something weird!...

Review: THE 39 STEPS at Oyster Mill Playhouse
by Andrea Stephenson - July 14, 2024

Overall, The 39 Steps at Oyster Mill is a delightful production, filled with comedy, mystery, and energy. It is sure to be an audience favorite, so get your tickets before it completely sells out!...

Review: THE SOUND OF MUSIC at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
by Rich Mehrenberg - June 29, 2024

The Sound of Music is an iconic show, and Dutch Apple had a full and appreciative audience.  It’s a great first show for kids as well as family members who have seen the movie a dozen times...

Review: ALICE IN WONDERLAND at TAFE: Theatre Arts For Everyone
by Sandra Harberger - June 29, 2024

What did our critic think of ALICE IN WONDERLAND at TAFE: Theatre Arts For Everyone?...

Review: ANASTASIA THE MUSICAL at Keystone Theatrics at The Playhouse at Allenberry
by Andrea Stephenson - June 23, 2024

With its superb acting and lovely harmonies, this is a production that will capture the hearts of the audience....

Review: INTIMATE APPAREL at Theatre Harrisburg With Sankofa African American Theatre Group
by Andrea Stephenson - June 23, 2024

Every element of this production is carefully crafted, eliciting genuine emotion from the audience as they experience this smart, poetic, complex play. Intimate Apparel is a show you do not want to miss....

Review: ANGELS IN AMERICA: PART TWO at Ephrata Performing Arts Center
by Rich Mehrenberg - June 22, 2024

I am very grateful that EPAC brought Angels in America to their stage.  This important show is simultaneously contemporary and a product of its time. More people need to see it....

Review: LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST at Lancaster Shakespeare Theatre
by Rich Mehrenberg - June 20, 2024

But just like sex and pizza, Shakespeare is always, at least, pretty good.  This show has its moments, and the cast gives 110% with tons of physical comedy, silly voices, and manic energy....

Review: CATS at The Belmont Theatre
by Jason Davis - June 17, 2024

While Cats”might not be everyone's favorite Broadway show, due to its limited plot and unusual format, there is no denying that the energy and talent of this cast, the creativity of the choreography, the always incredible staging/directing by Rene Staub, and live orchestra, gave  this production of ...

Review: WAR OF THE ROSES: HENRY VI PART 2 & 3 at OrangeMite Studio
by Sandra Harberger - June 16, 2024

Orangemite has adapted the two plays with provided narration which shorted the time to 2 1/2 hours to deliver York, PA the first live performance of these Shakespeare plays. Dr. William Wolfgang directed, narrated, and provided both piano and trumpet music (often simultaneously)!...

Review: KINKY BOOTS at Gettysburg Community Theatre
by Andrea Stephenson - June 15, 2024

Gettysburg Community Theatre’s production of Kinky Boots will have audiences tapping their toes, cheering for the underdog, and wishing for their own pair of red stiletto boots....