Experience the Magic of Musicals: A Year of Unforgettable Performances at Hershey Area Playhouse
The Hershey Area Playhouse is set to host a sensational series of musical performances throughout 2025, bringing beloved stories and characters to life on stage. From the practically perfect nanny Mary Poppins, to the high-flying escapades of 'Catch Me If You Can,' and the poignant romance of 'Ghost: The Musical,' audiences are in for a treat. Not to mention the unique teen voice in '13,' the nostalgic adventure of 'The Oregon Trail,' and the heartwarming holiday special 'Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.' Each production promises to captivate and entertain, offering something for everyone.
One of the most popular Disney movies of all time is capturing hearts in a whole new way: as a practically perfect musical! Based on the books by P.L. Travers and the classic Walt Disney film, Cameron Mackintosh and Disney's Mary Poppins delighted Broadway audiences for over 2,500 performances and received nominations for nine Olivier and seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical.
May 29 - Jun 8, 2025
Hershey Area Playhouse
Hershey, PA · Country Meadows Retirement Community
Based on the hit film and the incredible true story, Catch Me If You Can is the high-flying musical comedy about chasing your dreams and not getting caught. Nominated for four Tony awards, including Best Musical, this delightfully entertaining show was created by a Tony Award-winning "dream team," with a book by Terrence McNally (The Full Monty, Ragtime) and a swinging score by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman (Hairspray).
Jul 31 - Aug 10, 2025
Hershey Area Playhouse
Hershey, PA · Country Meadows Retirement Community
TEEN PRODUCTION! Geek. Poser. Jock. Beauty Queen. Wannabe. These are the labels that can last a lifetime. With an unforgettable rock score from Tony Award-winning composer, Jason Robert Brown, (Parade, The Last Five Years, Bridges of Madison County) 13 is a musical about fitting in – and standing out!
11 - 14 Sep, 2025
Hershey Area Playhouse
Hershey, PA · Country Meadows Retirement Community
Adapted from the hit film by its Academy Award-winning screenwriter, Bruce Joel Rubin, GHOST THE MUSICAL follows Sam and Molly, a young couple whose connection takes a shocking turn after Sam’s untimely death. The bond of love transcends the boundaries of life itself to grow stronger and more fully realized. Trapped between two worlds, Sam refuses to leave Molly when he learns she is in grave danger. Desperate to communicate with her, he turns to a storefront psychic, Oda Mae Brown, who helps him protect Molly and avenge his death. GHOST THE MUSICAL is a poignant romance that builds comedy, suspense, and deeply felt emotion to an ethereal climax that audiences will never forget.
16 - 26 Oct, 2025
Hershey Area Playhouse
Hershey, PA · Country Meadows Retirement Community
It’s 1997. Alone in her computer lab, 13-year-old Jane finds her escape from the awkward throes of puberty by joining her sister and her unattainable high school crush in a covered wagon headed west on “The Oregon Trail.” Under the guidance of the all-powerful Voice of the Game, we watch “Then Jane” and her family navigate the deadly perils of 1850s frontier life, while present day Jane navigates the different but all-too-real dangers of high school, college, and eventually adulthood. Jane soon finds herself in her 20s, unemployed and battling an undefinable lifelong sadness she cannot name, even as “Then Jane” continues to face the tribulations of the trail. With nearly two centuries between them, both Janes face hardships that seem impossible to overcome—until they find one another.
13 - 16 Nov, 2025
Hershey Area Playhouse
Hershey, PA · Country Meadows Retirement Community
THEATRE FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES PRODUCTION! The holiday classic soars off the screen in this musical adaptation of the beloved television special. Filled with holiday hits like "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" and "A Holly Jolly Christmas," Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer™ features all of your favorite characters including Santa and Mrs. Claus, Hermey the Elf, Bumble the Abominable Snow Monster, Clarice, Yukon Cornelius and, of course, Rudolph. It’s an adventure that teaches us that what makes you different can be what makes you special.
11 - 14 Dec, 2025
Hershey Area Playhouse
Hershey, PA · Country Meadows Retirement Community
The 2025 season at the Hershey Area Playhouse is a testament to the power of musical theater to entertain, inspire, and bring people together. With a varied lineup that includes both classic and contemporary works, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you're revisiting beloved stories like 'Mary Poppins' and 'Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer,' or discovering new favorites like 'The Oregon Trail' and 'Ghost: The Musical,' each performance promises to be an unforgettable experience. Don't miss the chance to witness these incredible productions that celebrate the magic of theater and the community.