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Ephraim Slaughter: Freedom's Witness | Harrisburg | February 14-22, 2026

Ephraim Slaughter: Freedom’s Witness is a powerful one-act play that brings to life the extraordinary journey of Ephraim Slaughter— a man who was born enslaved, but went on to become a Union Army veteran and community leader. Through evocative storytelling and haunting memories, the play invites audiences to witness the cost of freedom, the resilience of the human spirit, and the enduring legacy of those whose courage shaped a nation. Step inside a Harrisburg room in 1943, where history breathes, memory testifies, and silence finally speaks.

The project is a partnership with Sankofa African American Theatre Company and Gamut Theatre Group, and in partnership with the National Civil War Museum.

Death Of A Salesman | Mechanicsburg | January 16-February 1, 2026

Struggling salesman Willy Loman, in the twilight of his career, fights against the reality that he has failed to win the success, respect, and happiness he believes he has earned. Through a series of tragic, soul-searching revelations about the life he has lived with his wife, his sons, and his business associates, we discover how his quest for the American Dream has kept him distant from the people who truly loved him.

Next To Normal | Millersburg | January 29 - February 1, 2026

Don't miss the chance to experience the Pulitzer Prize-winning rock musical Next to Normal, an electric and profoundly human story about a suburban family facing the challenging realities of mental health and the powerful grip of profound grief.

With a soaring, unforgettable score that perfectly captures the heart-wrenching emotional roller coaster, you'll witness Diana Goodman's struggle with bipolar disorder as her family desperately tries to navigate life, love, and the complex question of what "normal" truly means.

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