Posted:
09/06/2023
| by Tori
Top Things to Do in September in Lancaster, PA
Gear up for fall with these festive activities.
Catch a Show
Lancaster is home to many amazing theatres, check out some shows happening this month!
Something Rotten | Fulton Theatre | September 15th - October 8th
Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rock star known as “The Bard.” When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing, and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s very first musical
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.
Jimmy Buffet's Escape to Margaritaville | Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre | September 22nd - November 11th
Margaritaville – where people go to get away from it all…and stay to find something they never expected! This funny, yet heartwarming, musical tells of the story of a part-time bartender/ singer who falls for a career minded tourist and features the most loved Jimmy Buffett classics
Girl Group Greats | Prima | September 22nd - October 1st
Prepare to dance and sing along to your favorite tunes from all-female vocal groups in this energy-packed tribute concert! Fierce performers bring to life the music of the Andrews Sisters, The Supremes, Destiny’s Child, The Spice Girls, and everything in between. From Doo-Wop to K-Pop, “spice up your life” with this unforgettable experience!
Ryan & Friends | Bird-in-Hand Stage | Through October 28th
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 7st
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!
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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