Posts in harrisburg
The Taming of the Shrew | Mechanicsburg | August 7-23, 2026

In this classic comedy from Shakespeare, young Lucentio finds his one obstacle to marrying his beloved Bianca is Bianca’s sister — the volatile Katherina – who, by their father’s decree, must be wed before Bianca. Enter Petruchio, who arrives in Padua in search of a wealthy wife, agrees to marry the "shrewish" Katherina, then subjects her to a series of psychological tactics and punishments to break her will.

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Beehive: The 60s Musical | Boiling Springs | August 19-22, 2026

Beehive: The 60s Musical is a loving, rockin’ celebration of that era’s powerful female voices whose music stands the test of time – including Diana Ross, Janis Joplin, Carole King, Aretha Franklin, and Tina Turner!

With over two dozen timeless hits, including It’s My Party, Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow?, Where the Boys Are, and You Don’t Own Me, the show takes you on a song-filled journey told from the perspective of six women coming of age during this unforgettable time, taking us from their first Beehive Dance through a decade of change. Beehive will have you dancing in the aisles!

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Legally Blonde: The Musical Jr | Harrisburg | August 14-16, 2026

Harvard’s favorite blonde takes the stage by storm in this fabulously pink, high-energy, and empowering musical! Legally Blonde Jr. follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes, snobbery, and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. Packed with punchy, upbeat numbers and an inspiring message of staying true to yourself, this show is pure, heartwarming fun from start to finish.

Special Cast Feature: This unique production features a cast made up entirely of our incredible Penguin Project Peer Mentors! Usually, these dedicated youth are on stage guiding and supporting our artists with special needs—but for this performance, the mentors are stepping directly into the spotlight to showcase their own fantastic theatrical talents.

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Dare To Dream Jr. - A Theatre Harrisburg Penguin Project Production | Harrisburg | August 7-9, 2026

Theatre Harrisburg presents The Penguin Project Harrisburg Chapter’s production of Dare To Dream Jr.

Disney’s Dare to Dream Jr. is a 60-minute musical revue that follows an eager group of trainees on their first day at a fictional Walt Disney Imagineering Studio.

As the group sets out to help each other discover their dreams, they work together to explore the power of dreams to unite, inspire, and make anything possible. Drawing from a century of beloved Disney films, Dare to Dream Jr. features songs appearing for the first time ever in a Disney stage musical, including fan-favorites from The Princess and the Frog, Coco, Encanto, and Frozen II.

This musical revue is a thrilling mix of contemporary songs, timeless classics, and brand new medleys that are sure to surprise and delight Disney lovers of all ages. Click to the main show description to learn more about the Penguin Project.

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EFF Live! | Harrisburg | July 31, 2026

Nerd culture has given us some amazing characters over the years, and television, movies, comics, and books have given us nuanced, deep, and emotionally stirring storylines. This is not that.

EFF Live! features local artists reading the best of the worst of online erotic fanfiction for your amusement and horror. So if you've ever wanted to hear about a certain time travelling doctor get freaky with an alien, or Gotham's favorite Caped Crusader have a sordid love affair with The Penguin, this oddball, hilarious evening of "theatre" might be for you. It's gonna get weird. Join us?

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We Will Rock You | Millersburg | July 23-August 2, 2026

We Will Rock You is a popular jukebox musical with a story by Ben Elton, featuring the hit songs of the rock band Queen, set in a dystopian future where rock music is banned. The plot follows two rebels, Galileo and Scaramouche, who join a group of outcasts called the Bohemians to fight against the oppressive Globalsoft and restore rock and roll. The show is known for its high-energy performances and includes over 20 Queen classics like "Bohemian Rhapsody," "We Are the Champions," and the title track. 

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EFF Live! | Harrisburg | June 27, 2026

Nerd culture has given us some amazing characters over the years, and television, movies, comics, and books have given us nuanced, deep, and emotionally stirring storylines. This is not that.

EFF Live! features local artists reading the best of the worst of online erotic fanfiction for your amusement and horror. So if you've ever wanted to hear about a certain time travelling doctor get freaky with an alien, or Gotham's favorite Caped Crusader have a sordid love affair with The Penguin, this oddball, hilarious evening of "theatre" might be for you. It's gonna get weird. Join us?

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