Posted:
07/25/2023
| by Tori
Things to Do in Lancaster County in August
Fun ideas for the family before school starts! Take a look at some of our suggestions below for an amazing final month of summer.
Catch a Show
Lancaster is home to many amazing theatres, check out some shows happening this month!
Shrek Jr. | Servant Stage Company | Through August 5th
Beauty is in the eye of the ogre in Shrek The Musical JR., based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film and fantastic Broadway musical. It's a "big bright beautiful world" as everyone's favorite ogre, Shrek, leads a cast of fairytale misfits on an adventure to rescue a princess and find true acceptance.
Guys and Dolls | Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre | August 11 - September 16
This musical romantic comedy involves the unlikeliest of Manhattan pairings: a high-rolling gambler and a self-righteous missionary, a showgirl dreaming of the straight-and-narrow and a crap game manager who is anything but.
Ryan & Friends | Bird-in-Hand Stage | August 1st & 7th
Audiences never seem to tire of laughing along with Ryan & Friends. Fresh, family-friendly and always funny, they’re back by popular demand. This season’s show features fan favorites – skits and songs from past shows – with music, new comedy and an all-new finale that will leave you rolling in the aisles.
Moses | Sight & Sound Theatres | Through October 1st
From the banks of the Nile River to the depths of the Red Sea, MOSES is a spectacular entertainment experience for the whole family! Set adrift as a baby, he is an unlikely hero — until God calls him to lead His people out of Egypt and into the Promised Land.
Mystery | Magic & Wonder Theater | Through October 29
In this all new variety magic show, illusionist Brett Myers and his cast explore mysterious worlds such as the lost empire of “Atlantis,” the magic of never growing old in “Neverland,” and the excitement of the “Roaring 1920’s.”
The Home Game | Bird-in-Hand Stage | Through October 19
What happens when a young Amish man’s dreams of the big leagues run up against his father’s wishes for him to remain on the farm? Filled with laughter and drama, this popular musical takes you along on Levi Troyer’s journey as he navigates the difficult choice he faces when his fast ball catches the eye of a sports talent scout. Which team will you root for?
Jukebox Jive | Magic & Wonder Theater | Through October 29
Jukebox Jive is a music variety show that celebrates the biggest hits of the 50s, 60s, and 70s. Travel back in time to experience your favorite hits from the era when the Jukebox was the center of the fun!
Curious George: The Golden Meatball | Gretna Theatre | August 1st
All You-Can-Eat Meatball Day came just once a year. George had been waiting all month for that day, a day almost bigger than his birthday! On Meatball Day, George helped his friend, Chef Pisghetti, cook some delicious meatballs and serve them to the hungry crowd. But this year, the crowd had vanished!
Marc Summers | Gretna Theatre | August 3th - 6th
A guided tour through Marc’s life, from an early obsession with magic to his appearance on Oprah announcing his ongoing battle with OCD. Marc stars in this tell-all about his life, his disorder, and taking the physical challenge.
Get Happy; Angela Ingersoll Sings Judy Garland | Gretna Theatre | August 24th - 27th
In an Emmy-nominated performance seen on PBS, acclaimed actress Angela Ingersoll celebrates Judy Garland in concert. Backed by a dynamite band, Ingersoll delivers virtuosic vocals, passionate storytelling, humor, and heart.
Don't miss out on seeing a concert in Lancaster! American Music Theatre hosts a ton throughout the year, Lititz Historical Foundation put on pay-what-you-can concerts frequently, and just outside of the county is Giant Center in Hershey.
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