Literary scholars are all a-flutter over what may very well be the outline of a previously unpublished Jane Austen novel.
The problem? It is a very thin outline. As in…maybe eleven words and some questionable sketches.
That’s where you come in.
Join Orpheus Theatre Company as they make senseless sensibility out of Austen’s notes – with your help. Six performers will improvise a full Jane Austen-themed play each night, based on your suggestions.
Read MoreJoin Keystone Theatrics for a heartwarming holiday classic brought to life on stage! Based on the beloved 1983 film, A Christmas Story: The Musical follows young Ralphie Parker on his quest for the ultimate Christmas gift — an official Red Ryder® BB gun. Packed with lively songs, hilarious moments, and nostalgic charm, this delightful musical captures the spirit of the season and the magic of childhood dreams.
Read MoreStep into a world where the timeless story of Christ’s birth comes alive through jubilant gospel music, captivating dance, scripture, poetry, and African American spiritual traditions. More than a performance, Black Nativity is a transformative, soul-stirring experience that celebrates faith, family, and community. Since its debut with Sankofa, this production has become a cherished holiday tradition, uniting audiences from all walks of life in celebration of the reason for the season. Performances will be held at the Rose Lehrman Arts Center on the main campus of Harrisburg Area Community College in Harrisburg.
Read MoreWelcome to the fifth installment of our new works series - Tales By The Fire. Each year, playwrights submit plays based on a theme prompted by the company - this year we're exploring new plays adapted from or inspired by the phrase “It Comes From Within.” Come and join us for an evening of short plays performed in the style of staged readings.
Read MoreSomething you can REALLY be thankful for! TMI Improv at Gamut!!
Read MoreNerd 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?
Read MoreBaRPG takes the fun of tabletop role playing games and drinking to take audiences on a brand new and original adventure every show
Mature Audiences Only: This show is specifically designed to be viewed by adults and therefore may be unsuitable for children under 17 years of age.
Based on the 1964 stop motion Christmas special. Rudolph has been rejected by the other reindeer his entire life due to his red nose. He goes in search of somewhere to fit in. Along the way, he encounters fellow misfits, only to realize that he always belonged at home. When a storm threatens to keep Santa’s sleigh from taking flight, Rudolph is the only one who can save Christmas!
Read MoreTiny Tim hatches a plan to get his father home for Christmas Day. With the help of some kindly sellers at the market and his friend Charlotte, Tiny Tim stages a spectacle filled with ghosts and Christmas cheer to convince Scrooge to give his father the day off.
It all seems to be going according to plan until a little bit of real Christmas magic catches everyone by surprise.
Read MoreSet in Damon Runyon’s mythical New York City, Guys and Dolls takes us from the heart of Times Square to the cafes of Havana, Cuba as we follow Nathan Detroit and his friend Sky Masterson and their pursuit of the biggest dice game in town.
Read MoreAn Appalachian Christmas Story Full of Love and Song for the whole family Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas brings the beloved Jim Henson holiday special to life—live on stage.
Read MoreGilbert and Sullivan’s most famous and successful work reimagined as The Mikado, Eh! tells the story of Bertie-Lou, the disguised son of the Canadian Mikado, who returns to Saskatoon to reunite with his love Autumn. To his disappointment, he learns that Autumn is engaged to be married to her guardian Coco, the recently elected Lord High Executioner. Bertie-Lou and Coco come to an agreement that seems beneficial for all, but those plans may fall through when Agatha, a high ranking member of court, shows up to claim Bertie-Lou for herself.
Saskatoon is then put in a complete frenzy when the Canadian Mikado arrives looking for his son. With songs like Three Little Maids from School, I’ve Got a Little List, The Flowers that Bloom in the Spring, and Tit-Willow, it’s no wonder this became Gilbert and Sullivan’s most popular and beloved show!
Read MoreA young bride sends a mail order for Scandinavian glassware — and instead, she mistakenly receives tons of Scandinavian pornography. As the couple struggles to hide the continuing influx of unmentionables, complications arise with the arrival of a mother-in-law, a boss and even the police. This rollicking farce will keep you in stitches until the final door slams.
Read MoreIt seems that no one can teach the spoiled princess how to behave a little nicer. Then one day when she is playing with her ball down by the pond, she meets a mysterious frog – a mysterious, talking frog! Can he succeed where mere mortals fail?
Read MoreJim and Linda transform a farmhouse into an inn celebrating every holiday with thrilling dance numbers, laugh-out-loud comedy, and a parade of Irving Berlin hits in this heartwarming, high energy tap dance extravaganza. But what happens when Jim’s best friend tries to lure Linda away with promises of being his new Hollywood dance partner? Hear favorites like Blue Skies, Easter Parade, Heat Wave, White Christmas, and more.
Read MoreWhat do you get when you mix a dash of Hitchcock, a splash of spy-thriller suspense, and a whole lot of slapstick comedy? A theatrical cocktail that’s shaken, stirred, and absolutely hilarious.
Read MoreJoin Keystone Theatrics for an over-the-top, hysterical murder mystery at the beauty parlor where the audience decides the killer at each performance! This unique comedy-whodunit takes place today in the Shear Madness hairstyling salon and is chock full of up-to-the-minute spontaneous humor.
Read MoreAn investigation into the Bohemian king’s stolen letters cascades into an international mystery filled with spies, blackmail, and intrigue. With world peace at stake, Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson join forces with American actress Irene Adler to take down cunning criminal mastermind Professor Moriarty and his network of devious henchmen.
Five actors play over 40 roles in this brand new adventure that has danger—and laughter—around every corner.
Read MoreJoin Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre for an unforgettable evening as they celebrate the music and career of Karen and Richard Carpenter. This stunning tribute will take you on a truly unforgettable musical journey and includes hits like Closer To You, Rainy Days And Mondays, Goodbye To Love, and Yesterday Once More.
Read MoreThis is Bram Stoker’s classic tale... turned completely on its undead head. Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors is a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud farce that gleefully mashes up Victorian horror, slapstick comedy, and theatrical spectacle into one wildly entertaining night at the theatre. With lightning-fast costume changes, over-the-top characters, and a cast of just five actors playing dozens of roles, this riotous adaptation delivers a rapid-fire ride through misty moors, creepy castles, and chaotic mishaps.
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