2024 Season of Blockbuster

Hello Friend,

My first Playhouse show was a Holiday show, THE WIZARD OF OZ in 1980. The one where Dorothy had to get home in time for Christmas. The first show I choreographed and costumed was also a Holiday show, 1983’s A CHRISTMAS CAROL. So not only was I bit by the Playhouse bug, but also the Holiday show bug. I always enjoy being in, directing or choreographing the December show. 

There is just some special magic creating something to delight audiences for the holidays.

It also is an honor when people choose us to add some theatre cheer to their festive season. This season’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST has been a real joy to work on. The cast, crew, orchestra and production team have done their very best to bring all the elements of this production to life. And Erie audiences are clamoring for tickets, breaking box office records and nearing a sell out before the show even opened. 

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST also brings a close to what has been one of the most successful seasons in recent Playhouse history. Laugh out loud comedies like TOOTSIE, our dazzling production of THE SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION, the delightful Youtheatre’s DIARY OF A WIMPY KID and an unprecedented three shows, DISNEY’S NEWSIES, SWEENEY TODD and BEAUTY AND THE BEAST extending their run.

This season also saw the start of our “Playhouse For All!” program that makes theatre affordable for everyone. We are so grateful to Erie audiences for embracing our work and also our countless volunteers, onstage, backstage, in the pit, front of house and on our Board of Directors. We simply wouldn’t exist without the dedication of our volunteers.

Now we look forward to a new season. If you have visited us this year I hope that you will consider becoming a subscriber. We have season ticket packages to suit everyone. A season ticket is the best way to support the Playhouse and ensure that we can continue to bring affordable entertainment to our community. 

Many of you are still wondering what our Holiday show will be in 2025. We are very close to getting the final approval from New York. All I can say is it’s a big one and I am sure you will want to secure your seats.

From all of us at the Playhouse, we wish you the merriest of holidays and we hope to see you at the Playhouse in 2025!

-- Richard Davis
Artistic Director

ON STAGE AT THE PLAYHOUSE

PURCHASE TICKETS FOR BEAUTY AND THE BEAST

After 20 years, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST returns to the Erie Playhouse stage! Celebrating its 25th anniversary, we are thrilled to join the celebration and bring this classic back to life.

Bring joy to those in need! When you come see BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, bring a gift card in any amount to any business to donate to our Angel Tree, in partnership with Community Shelter Services! Your donations will be gifted to residents of local Community Shelter Service facilities this holiday season. Click here for more details!

WE APPRECIATE YOU - OUR PLAYHOUSE COMMUNITY!

The Erie Playhouse is grateful for the support of incredible community partners like Knox Law Firm. Sarah Holland, Marketing Director at Knox Law, visited to share their generous contribution supporting the Playhouse through the 2024 EITC program. Thank you!

WINTER YOUTHEATRE CLASSES

PLAYTIME AT THE PLAYHOUSE

GIVE THE GIFT OF GREAT THEATRE THIS HOLIDAY SEASON!

1.) Make a donation! Thanks to you we are only $5,000 away from our Annual Fund goal, after raising over $200,000 this season! Your support is integral to our mission of enriching the Erie community by providing fun and meaningful educational performing arts programs that serve our region. Thank you!

SUPPORT THE PLAYHOUSE

2.) Become a subscriber (or gift a subscription!) by purchasing Traditional Season Tickets, Open Card or Choice Card! 2025 Season Tickets are on sale now, and they're the best way to enjoy the upcoming season of Soaring Tales and Epic Adventures! 

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