Open auditions for our February show, The Diary of Anne Frank, will be held Dec 10th, 12th, & 13th!
This year’s Christmas show comes with a dash of mystery, as actors who make their living acting like detectives onstage end up with a murder on their hands and mystery to solve in the midst of a snowstorm on Christmas Eve. The whole holiday season has gone a little mad, in this humorous Christmas mystery full of quirky, over-the-top characters. But, then--what would you expect? They’re actors.
Performance Dates: December 4-9, 2018
Next year’s Christmas show comes with a dash of mystery, as actors who make their living acting like detectives onstage end up with a murder on their hands and mystery to solve in the midst of a snowstorm on Christmas Eve. The whole holiday season has gone a little mad, in this humorous Christmas mystery full of quirky, over-the-top characters. But, then--what would you expect? They’re actors.
Auditions Dates: October 8-10, 2018
Five southern ladies who met in college--best friends for a lifetime. Welcome to the world of the Dixie Swim Club, where five friends meet every August to reminisce, reunite, and rummage through each others lives in that perfect way only friends can do. Grab your bestie and tickets to see this hilarious dramedy about the friendships that make life beautiful.
Performance Dates: September 27-30 & October 5-7, 2018
Five southern ladies who met in college--best friends for a lifetime. Welcome to the world of the Dixie Swim Club, where five friends meet every August to reminisce, reunite, and rummage through each others lives in that perfect way only friends can do. Grab your bestie and tickets to see this hilarious dramedy about the friendships that make life beautiful.
Performance Dates: September 27-30 & October 5-7, 2018
Five southern ladies who met in college--best friends for a lifetime. Welcome to the world of the Dixie Swim Club, where five friends meet every August to reminisce, reunite, and rummage through each others lives in that perfect way only friends can do. Grab your bestie and tickets to see this hilarious dramedy about the friendships that make life beautiful.
Auditions Dates: August 6 - 8, 2018
Take a classic melodrama plot like “I can’t pay the rent!” Then add music…...all the music. The Summer Musical returns to the Yorkshire Playhouse with a hilarious parody of musicals done in the style of five different Musical composers with only four actors. This is going to be good. Make plans to see “The Musical of Musicals” next summer.
Performance Dates: July 24 - 29, 2018
Summer of 2018 marks the 18th show for the talented kids of YP Children's Theatre! John Baker returns to write and direct another fantastic group of kids. We cannot wait to see what they do this year! Make plans to come see this OUT-OF-SEASON fan favorite when they go on sale in May.
Production Date: June 21-24, 2018
Take a classic melodrama plot like “I can’t pay the rent!” Then add music…...all the music. The Summer Musical returns to the Yorkshire Playhouse with a hilarious parody of musicals done is the style of five different Musical composers with only four actors. This is going to be good. Make plans to be a part of “The Musical of Musicals” next summer.
Audition Dates: May 21-23, 2018
It's almost time for Children's Theatre Auditions!
This year, we will be producing another fantastic production written and directed by John Baker with children from York and surrounding communities! We'd love to have you join us for auditions in May!
Written and Directed by John I Baker, III
Audition Dates: May 9 & 11 @ 3:30PM - 6PM, and May 12th @ 1-3PM
Members, the Annual Member Meeting for 2018 is on May 8th! Don't miss your chance to participate in the election of new Board Members, and find out about exciting new plans for our 2018 and 2019 Seasons. Here's your chance to voice your opinion and find out more ways to be a part of our theatrical community. Come to the Annual Member Meeting.
Sibling rivalry never really ends, the stakes just get higher. Watch three middle-aged siblings continue a war of wit and wardrobe, as one of them prepares to sell the family home. But first they’ll have to prepare for a costume party. Our spring show is a comedy you won’t want to miss!
Show Dates: April 26-29 & May 4-6, 2018
Sibling rivalry never really ends, the stakes just get higher. Watch three middle-aged siblings continue a war of wit and wardrobe, as one of them prepares to sell the family home. But first they’ll have to prepare for a costume party. Our spring show is a comedy you won’t want to miss!
Show Dates: April 26-29 & May 4-6, 2018
Sibling rivalry never really ends, the stakes just get higher. Watch three middle-aged siblings continue a war of wit and wardrobe, as one of them prepares to sell the family home. But first they’ll have to prepare for a costume party. And if you think they're a little nuts, just wait till you meet their friends. Don't miss the opportunity to be a part of our spring comedy!
Audition Dates: March 6-7, 2018 6:30PM-8:30PM
Fredrick Knott’s classic thriller is coming to the Yorkshire! When suspicious characters begin arriving at Susy’s apartment looking for a doll, she’ll be forced to use every resource available to survive until darkness comes to turn the tables. Make plans to see this brilliant, suspenseful show this February at the Playhouse.
Performance Dates: February 15-18 & 23-25, 2018
Fredrick Knott’s classic thriller is coming to the Yorkshire! When suspicious characters begin arriving at Susy’s apartment looking for a doll, she’ll be forced to use every resource available to survive until darkness comes to turn the tables. Make plans to see this brilliant, suspenseful show this February at the Playhouse.
Performance Dates: February 15-18 & 23-25, 2018
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Join the townspeople of King’s Abbot in dealing with rumors, the murder of a wealthy man, and curiosities of the stranger Hercule Poirot.
Performances: October 2-4, 8-9, 11
Mary Bennet finally gets her own story this holiday, and we would like for you to tell it on our stage!
Auditions: October 12, 14-15
Mary Bennet spends the holiday season with her sister, and some friends, and possibly finds a romantic interest in the process. Join us for this new story about the beloved Jane Austen family you love.
Performances: December 4-6, 10-11, 13
Ruth, a young girl with big dreams, wishes to join the Round Table with King Arthur and Queen Guinevere. Her performance, while entertaining, is viewed as child’s play by the knights. Frustrated, she rushes off to find her own land to rule, but is met with danger along the way. Will this fiesty young girl be able to fight off evil with the help of her forest friends? Or will her own pride get in the way?
The Rising Stars are showcasing a fantasy adventure story during this year’s production. Don’t miss it! Only 4 performances available! Book tickets early!
Established in 2021, the Rising Stars offers teens aged 12-18 years old an opportunity to learn and grow, to perform in a mainstage production, and to become involved in community theatre.
Performances are July 30- August 2
Thursday- Friday shows doors open at 7pm, show starts at 7:30pm
Saturday and Sunday shows doors open at 1:30pm, show starts at 2pm
Tickets are now on sale!
Tickets are only $15.00 for Playhouse Members. $17.00 for the General Public!
Evening Performances: July 30-July 31 @ 7:30PM
Weekend Matinees: August 1-2 @ 2:00PM
Members and Voucher holders be sure to get your discount codes before purchasing! See below.
All Lower level seating on Sunday is fully booked. If you have accessibility needs, seating is available on Friday and Saturday. Thanks.