In the coming weeks, theaters across south-central Pennsylvania and western Maryland have a wonderful lineup of performances. From timeless musicals to youth productions, stages in Franklin, Washington and Frederick counties are coming alive. Whether you prefer a lighthearted beach tribute or a modern satire, there’s a show this month that will match every taste.
Franklin County
Waynesboro Children’s Theater Troupe is holding auditions for “The Little Mermaid” at the Waynesboro Church of the Brethren located at 117 S. Church St. Auditions for youth ages 11-18 are on Monday, Aug. 24, starting at 6 p.m. Auditions for youth ages 6-10 are on Tuesday, Aug. 25, at 6 p.m. Callbacks are on Wednesday, Aug. 26, at 7 p.m. All auditioning should bring a current photo of themselves and a completed audition application which can be found at wctt.org. Shows are from Dec. 3-6 (four shows).
Totem Pole Playhouse is showing the following:
“South Pacific” from July 31 – Aug. 16
“The Boy Band Project” on Aug. 18 (one show)
“Dolly” from Aug. 20-30
“The Music of Queen + Journey” from Oct. 3-4 (three shows)
“Seussical” on Oct. 17 (one show and free to the public)
“Jonathan Burns: Life of the Party” on Oct. 24 (two shows)
“Toby: A Tribute to Toby Keith” on Nov. 7 (two shows)
“A Christmas Carol” from Dec. 4-13
Star Theatre Mercersburg is presenting the following:
“Blue Ribbon Belles” from Sept. 19-27 (four shows)
“Away in an Airport” from Dec. 5-20 (six shows)
Chambersburg Community Theater is presenting the following:
“Wait Until Dark” from Sept. 18-20
“The Rocky Horror Show” from Oct. 29-31
Chambersburg Area School District is presenting the following:
Summer Theatre Camp “GREASE,” Chambersburg Middle School Auditorium, Friday, Aug. 14, and Saturday, Aug. 15, 7:30 p.m.
Washington County
Potomac Playmakers in Hagerstown presents the following:
“Come From Away” from Sept. 11-20 (six shows)
“The Rocky Horror Picture Show” with a shadowcast from Oct. 30-31 (two shows)
“The Importance of Being Earnest” from Dec. 4-13 (six shows)
The Washington County Playhouse Dinner Theatre is presenting the following:
“Tarzan” from June 26 – Aug. 16
“Dracula” from Sept. 12 – Nov. 1
“Irving Berlin’s White Christmas” from Nov. 27 – Dec. 19
Maryland Youth Symphony Orchestra is performing the following:
“American Icons” from Oct. 10-11 (two shows)
“Shakespeare in Symphony” from Nov. 14-15 (two shows)
“Home for the Holidays” from Dec. 19-20 (two shows)
Frederick County
Weinberg Center for the Arts in Frederick, Maryland, is presenting the following:
“The Hot Sardines” on Oct. 9
“Live with David Sedaris” on Oct. 10
“TOAST – A Tribute to Bread” on Oct. 24
Maryland Ensemble Theatre in Frederick is presenting the following:
“Into The Woods” from Sept. 11 – Oct. 4
“Moon Festival Alice” from Sept. 26 – Oct. 18
“The Crater Sisters’ Christmas Special” from Nov. 20 – Dec. 20
“The Pigeon Gets A Big Time Holiday Extravaganza” from Nov. 28 – Dec. 20
