APPELL CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS ANNOUNCES THRILLING LINE-UP OF SHOWS FOR 2024-25 SEASON
ON SALE TO THE PUBLIC FRI, MAY 10
Appell Center for the Performing Arts is excited to announce the first shows for its 2024-25 season, one that is jam-packed with outstanding performances, plus TWO new subscription series: Glatfelter Insurance Broadway Series and Menchey Music Family Series. All tickets go on sale to the public on Friday, May 10 at 10AM. Tickets and Appell Center Memberships can be purchased online at AppellCenter.org or by calling the Box Office at 717-846-1111.
NEW THIS SEASON are two subscription opportunities with the best seats and savings for three Broadway touring productions and three unique and engaging family shows. Both Subscriptions guarantee the same seats for each show within the series, as well as exchange privileges, the option to pay in installments and more!
2024-25 SEASON HIGHLIGHTS:
GLATFELTER INSURANCE BROADWAY SERIES
The Glatfelter Insurance Broadway Series is currently on sale as a subscription only; single tickets go on sale 8/9.
CHICAGO THE MUSICAL • Nov 27, 2024
CHICAGO is still the one musical with everything that makes Broadway shimmy-shake: a universal tale of fame, fortune, and all that jazz, with one showstopping song after another and the most astonishing dancing you’ve ever seen. Broadway’s longest-running musical has been razzle dazzling audiences for 27 years, and after more than 10,000 performances, 6 Tony Awards®, 2 Olivier Awards, and a Grammy®, it’s just getting started.
TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL • Jan 27, 2025
An uplifting comeback story like no other, this is the inspiring journey of a woman who broke barriers and became the Queen of Rock n’ Roll. Set to the pulse-pounding soundtrack of her most beloved hits, this electrifying sensation will send you soaring to the rafters. One of the world’s best-selling artists of all time, Tina Turner won 12 Grammy Awards and her live shows were seen by millions, with more concert tickets sold than any other solo performer in music history.
DEAR EVAN HANSEN • Mar 26, 2025
Declared “one of the most remarkable shows in musical theater history” by the Washington Post, DEAR EVAN HANSEN is the first musical to take a groundbreaking look—from the point of view of both the parents and young people—at our complex, interconnected and social media-filled lives… a poignant, funny and powerful musical about how even though it can be hard, we can find each other—and ourselves—along the way.
MENCHEY MUSIC FAMILY SERIES with preshow Discovery Parties – free to all ticketholders!
The Menchey Music Family Series is currently on sale as a subscription only; single tickets go on sale 8/9.
JEFF BOYER’S BIG BUBBLE BONANZA • Nov 16, 2024
See the newest, zaniest bubble spectacular as master bubble wrangler Jeff Boyer takes it to the max! It’s a sensory-inclusive bubble extravaganza for the whole family!
THE STINKY CHEESE MAN & OTHER FAIRLY STUPID TALES • April 5, 2025
Based on the book by Jon Scieszka and Lane Smith, this hilarious musical deconstructs the tradition of the fairy tale. Characters slide in and out of tales and nothing is quite as you remember it!
PAIGE HERNANDEZ – ALL THE WAY LIVE! • May 3, 2025
Creativity. Respect. Understanding. Cooperation. The artistic elements of Hip Hop come together on stage to teach these and more positive qualities and to help children grow into productive members of society.
MORE 2024-25 SEASON HIGHLIGHTS
CROCE PLAYS CROCE • Sep 11, 2024
A special night of music featuring originals and Jim Croce classics: “Operator,” “You Don’t Mess Around with Jim,” “Time in a Bottle,” “Lovers Cross” and more!
GARRISON KEILLOR TONIGHT • Sep 19, 2024
Don’t miss Garrison Keillor’s return to the Strand Theatre stage for the first time since 2017 with an evening of music, humor and the latest “News from Lake Wobegon.”
THE PRICE IS RIGHT LIVE* • Oct 11, 2024
Everyone’s favorite game show is back, along with the chance to win big prizes! Plinko™, Cliffhangers, The Big Wheel and even the fabulous Showcase will be here. The next contestant might be YOU!
TODD RUNDGREN • Oct 13, 2024
The songwriter, video pioneer, producer, recording artist, computer software developer, conceptualist, and interactive artist makes his Strand Theatre debut bringing hits like “Hello It’s Me,” “I Saw the Light” and more!
STOMP • Oct 15, 2024
Matchboxes, brooms, garbage cans, and more fill the stage with energizing beats at STOMP – the invigorating stage show that’s dance, music and theater blended into one electrifying rhythm.
BÉLA FLECK & ABIGAIL WASHBURN • Oct 17, 2024
“The king and queen of the banjo” (Paste Magazine), bring their musical magic to the Strand Theatre for the first time since 2015!
BEN FOLDS • Nov 15, 2024
Widely regarded as one of the major music influencers of our generation, Ben Folds returns to the Strand Theatre following a sold-out performance in 2022!
TOM PAPA • Dec 5, 2024
One of the top comedic voices in the country, Tom Papa—actor, host, author, and stand-up—makes his Strand Theatre debut with all new material.
MANDY GONZALEZ • Dec 7, 2024
One of the most powerful and versatile Broadway voices of our time (“Hamilton,” “In the Heights,” “Wicked”) makes her Strand Theatre debut with a special program to kick off the holiday season!
SYNCOPATED LADIES • Mar 20, 2025
This female tap dance band has performed for sold-out audiences around the world (including with Beyonce!), and their viral videos have amassed over 100 million views. Don’t miss this high-energy dance spectacular!
President & CEO, Todd Fogdall says: “We are absolutely thrilled to announce the first shows in our 2024-25 season. Simply stated, we have something for everyone! Exhilarating concerts, hilarious comedy, top celebrities, fan favorites and our new subscriptions for family fun and Broadway’s best, including “Chicago,” “Tina” and “Dear Evan Hansen.” Tickets are going to move fast, and we encourage our guests to become a member or subscribe so they can assure their tickets to these shows and the many shows that are yet to come.”
2024-25 Season Performances by GENRE:
* this event is currently on sale
GLATFELTER INSURANCE GROUP BROADWAY SERIES
CHICAGO THE MUSICAL
Nov 27, 2024
TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL
Jan 27, 2025
DEAR EVAN HANSEN
Mar 26, 2025
MENCHEY MUSIC FAMILY SERIES
JEFF BOYER’S BIG BUBBLE BONANZA
Sat, Nov 16, 2024
THE STINKY CHEESE MAN & OTHER FAIRLY STUPID TALES
Sat, Apr 5, 2025
PAIGE HERNANDEZ – ALL THE WAY LIVE!
Sat, May 3, 2025
CONCERTS
WXPN WELCOMES AOIFE O’DONOVAN & HAWKTAIL*
ALL MY FRIENDS TOUR
Sat, Jul 13, 2024
CROCE PLAYS CROCE
Wed, Sep 11, 2024
THE MUSIC OF BILLY JOEL & ELTON JOHN STARRING MICHAEL CAVANAUGH
Thu, Sep 12, 2024
TODD RUNDGREN
ME/WE
Sun, Oct 13, 2024
BÉLA FLECK & ABIGAIL WASHBURN
Thu, Oct 17, 2024
THE ULTIMATE QUEEN CELEBRATION
Sat, Oct 26, 2024
BEN FOLDS
PAPER AIRPLANE REQUEST TOUR
Fri, Nov 15, 2024
MANDY GONZALEZ
HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Sat, Dec 7, 2024
SEAN HEELY’S CELTIC CHRISTMAS
Fri, Dec 20, 2024
VARIETY/COMEDY
OLD GODS OF APPALACHIA: *
ELDRITCH HORROR FICTION PODCAST STORYTELLING
Thu, Jul 25, 2024
GARRISON KEILLOR TONIGHT
Thu, Sep 19, 2024
BORED TEACHERS COMEDY TOUR*
Sat, Sep 28, 2024
THE PRICE IS RIGHT LIVE*
Fri, Oct 11, 2024
STOMP
Tue, Oct 15, 2024
Part of the Glatfelter Insurance Broadway Series
EARL DAVID REED
Sat, Nov 16, 2024
TOM PAPA
Thu, Dec 5, 2024
THE ALUMINUM SHOW
Fri, Feb 21, 2025
SYNCOPATED LADIES
Thu, Mar 20, 2025 .
For tickets, click HERE or order online at appellcenter.org; call 717-846-1111 or visit the Appell Center Box Office at 50 N. George Street in York, PA…and stay tuned for more show announcements throughout the season!
About the Appell Center for the Performing Arts:
Appell Center for the Performing Arts enriches the community through performing arts, education and entertainment. Featuring two historic theaters—the 1,262-seat Strand Theatre and the 450-seat Capitol Theatre—the Appell Center brings some of the biggest names in live, professional performing arts along with impactful education programs.
