The stars shine bright over the Erie Playhouse, one of the oldest and largest community theatres in the nation. Recognized as one of the 10 best community theatres in national competition, it remains at the forefront of the arts not only in Northwest Pennsylvania, but the entire state.
With a dedicated staff of 11 full-time professionals and literally hundreds of volunteers, the Erie Playhouse boasts a spectacular season of provocative and diverse Mainstage plays and musicals, as well as an engaging roster of musicals for the young theatre-goer as part of their vital Youtheatre program. Add to that one-of-a-kind concerts and captivating special events and you know why they say… Broadway is 432 miles away. The great performances are right here!
Upcoming Performances
- Jul31Saturday
10th Annual Youtheatre Play Series
Youtheatre
The 10th Annual Erie Playhouse Youtheatre Summer Play Series will present Mime Time and The Jungle Book.
- Aug01Sunday
Youtheatre Pancake Pajama Party!
Special Event
Join the Erie Playhouse Youtheatre for our Pancake Pajama Party!
- Aug05Thursday
Mainstage
The groundbreaking rock musical has its Erie Playhouse premiere.
- Aug18Wednesday
Special Event
Celebrity bartenders from the Erie Playhouse serve your favorite drinks "under the stars."
- Sep09Thursday
Mainstage
You can't stop the beat in this big Broadway hit!

