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Here is a listing of 2012 events taking place throughout Lancaster County:
| For ongoing events and live entertainment throughout the year, check the following: - American Music Theatre, 2425 Lincoln Hwy. E. (Rt. 30), Lancaster, PA 17602, 717-397-7700, 800-648-4102.  - Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre, 510 Centerville Road, Lancaster, PA 17601, 717-898-1900.  - Rainbow Dinner Theatre, Route 30, Paradise, PA 17562, 800-292-4301. |
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thru March 9 - Miss Nelson Is Missing - Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre, 510 Centerville Road, Lancaster, 717-898-1900. The students of Room 207 are notorious for misbehaving and can't follow Miss Nelson's rules. So when she mysteriously disappears the next day, the students think they have succeeded in driving her away. But their celebration turns to dread when the substitute gives them tons of homework. How will they get Miss Nelson back? thru March 10 - 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee - Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre, 510 Centerville Road, Lancaster, 717-898-1900. A heartwarming and offbeat new musical comedy about growing up, fitting in and earning R-E-S-P-E-C-T. There's gold stars all around when six young people in the middle of puberty learn that winning isn't everything and that losing doesn't necessarily make you a loser. thru March 14 - Let's Murder Marsha - Rainbow Dinner Theatre, Route 30 East, Box 56, Paradise, PA 17562, 800-292-4301. Tobias Gilmore and his lovely but ditzy wife Marsha have been extremely lucky in business and love. But lately Tobias works 24/7, and Marsha sits at home reading murder mysteries and wondering why they are growing apart. Is it his age, his work, another woman?! Or could it be he's plotting to kill her? With Marsha anything can happen and it does! Come for the mystery, come for the comedy, come for the fun-- make your reservation today! March 1 - Wynonna and the Big Noise - American Music Theatre, 2425 Lincoln Highway East (Route 30, across from Rockvale Outlets), Lancaster, PA. 717-397-7700 or 800-648-4102. After topping the charts with 14 #1 hits as half of the country music duo The Judds, Wynonna ventured out on a solo career. One of country's most popular and respected female artists, Wynonna went on to release eight studio albums in addition to charting more than 20 singles of her own. Her first three singles, "She Is His Only Need," "I Saw the Light," and "No One Else on Earth" all reached #1 on the U.S. country singles charts. March 1 - 2 - Hear Ye! Hear Ye! - Hands-On House Children's Museum of Lancaster, 721 Landis Valley Road, Lancaster, PA 17601, 717-569-KIDS. "Prints Charming" invites you to venture back in time to construct a castle complete with a marshmallow catapult sure to make this class a hit. Pre-registration is required. March 3 - Peking Acrobats - American Music Theatre, 2425 Lincoln Highway East (Route 30, across from Rockvale Outlets), Lancaster, PA. 717-397-7700 or 800-648-4102. Hailing from the People's Republic of China, The Peking Acrobats have been diplomats of their spirited culture for decades. Since 1958, this elite group has toured the world over, leaving audiences spellbound by the graceful presentation of their ancient folk art, acrobatics. Carefully selected from the finest acrobat schools in China, these gymnasts, jugglers, cyclists and tumblers transform 2000-year-old athletic disciplines into an all-ages kaleidoscope of entertainment and wonder. March 3 - Daria: World Music for Children - Longwood Gardens, US Route 1, Kennett Square, PA 19348, 610-388-1000. Daria is a children's performer who has traveled the globe to share music that empowers kids of all ages. March 4 - Curtis Student Recital - Longwood Gardens, US Route 1, Kennett Square, PA 19348, 610-388-1000. One of the world's leading music conservatories, The curtis institute of Music in Philadelphia, PA, trains exceptionally gifted young musicians for careers as performing artists on the highest professional level. experience performances by the stars of tomorrow as they perform solo and chamber music in these pre-graduation recitals. March 4 - 5 - The Return: Bringing you the best of the Beatles… LIVE! - Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre, 510 Centerville Road, Lancaster, 717-898-1900. The captivating, fun, exciting spirit that came to be known as "Beatlemania" is back with the most authentic and entertaining band ever to pay tribute to the legendary Beatles. March 8 - Barnyard Buddies - Hands-On House Children's Museum of Lancaster, 721 Landis Valley Road, Lancaster, PA 17601, 717-569-KIDS. Get in the "moo-ed" for a day of fun down on the farm. Drop-in: 11am-2pm March 8 - 24 - Next to Normal - Sharadin Bigler Theatre, 320 Cocalico Street, Ephrata Community Park, Ephrata, PA 17522, 717-733-7966. When a musical wins the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, you know it has an amazing script. When that musical also wins a Tony Award for Best Score and Best Orchestration, you know that the wedding of music and drama is a match made in Broadway heaven. This stirring musical portrait of a family wracked by mental illness in the aftermath of tragedy is a brilliantly affecting and captivating achievement. March 9 - Music Makers - Hands-On House Children's Museum of Lancaster, 721 Landis Valley Road, Lancaster, PA 17601, 717-569-KIDS. Strike up the band! It's time for a Hands-on House "kid's only" concert in this make-it, take it workshop. Drop-in: 11am-2pm March 9 - 10 - CATS - American Music Theatre, 2425 Lincoln Highway East (Route 30, across from Rockvale Outlets), Lancaster, PA. 717-397-7700 or 800-648-4102. Since CATS first opened in 1981, it has become one of the world's best known and best loved musicals. This long-running Broadway smash is based on T.S Eliot's "Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats" with award-winning music composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber. CATS is a story of the wonder and magic of the one special night of the year when the Jellicle Cats reunite! Its non-stop pace, creative choreography, astonishing costumes, and imaginative sets combine for an evening of amazing stage magic and whimsical fantasy. March 11 - Daylight Savings Time starts March 11 - Michael W. Smith - American Music Theatre, 2425 Lincoln Highway East (Route 30, across from Rockvale Outlets), Lancaster, PA. 717-397-7700 or 800-648-4102. In addition to three Grammy Awards, singer/songwriter Michael W. Smith has also won numerous Dove Awards, is one of the best-selling and most influential artists in Contemporary Christian music, and has achieved considerable success in the mainstream music industry. Over the course of his career, Smith has recorded 29 #1 hit songs, including "Place in This World," "This Is Your Time," and "Above All." March 14 - Lúnasa - Longwood Gardens, US Route 1, Kennett Square, PA 19348, 610-388-1000. Lúnasa's ingenious application of rhythm and their clear mastery of it has made them the single most influential and innovative band performing irish instrumental music today. in their now decade-plus career, the band has established deeper precedent in jazz and progressive bluegrass, making them entirely unique in celtic circles. They put the ancient soul of traditional instrumental music to a new rhythmic framework. The band is comprised of seán smyth on fiddles and whistles, keven crawford on flutes and whistles, Trevor Hutchinson on stand-up bass, cillian Vallely on Uilleann pipes and whistles, and Paul Meehan on guitar and banjo. March 14 - 15 - Monkey Business - Hands-On House Children's Museum of Lancaster, 721 Landis Valley Road, Lancaster, PA 17601, 717-569-KIDS. Don't monkey around….have some fun! Join us for some (mis)adventures with everyone's favorite monkey, Curious George, and discover why his OPPOSABLE THUMBS are "thumbthing" special. Pre-registration is required. March 14 - April 1 - Sunset Boulevard - Fulton Opera, 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster, PA. (717)397-7425. Aging actress Norma Desmond attempts a bold return to the big screen in this grand musical adaptation of the Billy Wilder film. While her glamour has faded, her unfulfilled ambition has not. When she meets a struggling Hollywood screen-writer, Norma seizes the opportunity to restore her long-dormant career to its former glory. Sunset Boulevard features a lush score by Andrew Lloyd Webber and a haunting glimpse at the power of self-deception. March 15 - April 28 - 9 to 5 The Musical - Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre, 510 Centerville Road, Lancaster, 717-898-1900. Put on your power suit and enjoy a hilarious tale of laughter, friendship, and premeditated workplace revenge. It's hilarious when three unlikely friends conspire to take control of their company and learn there's nothing they can't do - even in a man's world! Based on the hit movie and featuring a score by the legendary songwriter, Dolly Parton. March 16 - Neil Sedaka - American Music Theatre, 2425 Lincoln Highway East (Route 30, across from Rockvale Outlets), Lancaster, PA. 717-397-7700 or 800-648-4102. With a musical career spanning over 50 years, singer/songwriter/pianist Neil Sedaka has enjoyed success with a string of hit songs he's written for both himself and other artists. This classically trained pianist wrote eight U.S. Top Ten pop hits including "Oh! Carol," and "Calendar Girl," and reached the #1 position with "Breaking Up Is Hard to Do," "Laughter in the Rain," "Bad Blood" and the Captain & Tennille recording of "Love Will Keep Us Together." March 16 - Clowning Around - Hands-On House Children's Museum of Lancaster, 721 Landis Valley Road, Lancaster, PA 17601, 717-569-KIDS. Floppy shoes? Red noses? Big silly hats? The clowns must be in town. Take one home with you in this make it, take it workshop. March 17 - St. Patrick's Day March 17 - Spring Doo Wop Cavalcade - American Music Theatre, 2425 Lincoln Highway East (Route 30, across from Rockvale Outlets), Lancaster, PA. 717-397-7700 or 800-648-4102. This Spring's all-new Oldies Show is sure to be a knock-out! We've assembled a terrific line-up of some of your favorite Oldies groups. Be a part of the mood, the moments, the sights and the sounds of pure Oldies with The Flamingos, The Skyliners, Linda Jansen - the original lead singer of The Angels, Johnny Farina of Santo & Johnny, The Eternals, The Devotions and The Knockouts. It's an evening of musical memories you won't want to miss! March 17 - Pinocchio - Fulton Opera, 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster, PA. (717)397-7425. In a small village the wood-carver Geppetto carves a wooden puppet who dreams of becoming a boy. When his dream comes true, he finds that strange things happen to his nose when he lies. In this adaptation we meet a very funny vaudeville fox and cat duo and a talking cricket named Hopper, all who lead Pinocchio through an adventure where he learns the importance of telling the truth. March 17 - Where Do You Hide a Dinosaur? - Hands-On House Children's Museum of Lancaster, 721 Landis Valley Road, Lancaster, PA 17601, 717-569-KIDS. Learn how to become a "fossil finder" when you play hide and seek with a dinosaur. March 18 - Sandi Patty & Friends - American Music Theatre, 2425 Lincoln Highway East (Route 30, across from Rockvale Outlets), Lancaster, PA. 717-397-7700 or 800-648-4102. Sandi Patty brings her inspirational vocal artistry back to AMT, and no other Christian artist is better suited to sing about life's journey. Still bursting with creative energy and magnetic talent three-plus decades into her career, the Gospel Music Hall of Fame inductee with 39 Dove Awards, five Grammy Awards, and an armload of platinum and gold albums has seen professional peaks and personal valleys alike while in the spotlight, all of them tempered by the grace of God. Contemporary Christian musician and Dove Award winning singer-songwriter Wayne Watson will be joining Sandi Patty. Some of his songs have become Contemporary Christian classics, including "Another Time, Another Place," "For Such a Time as This," "Friend of a Wounded Heart," "Touch of the Master's Hand," "New Lives for Old," and "Watercolour Ponies." Few names are as synonymous with Inspirational music as Larnelle Harris. Admired by fans and peers alike for his majestic tenor voice, Larnelle has become the epitome of talent and integrity in a career that spans over three decades. Harris has been honored with five Grammy Awards, 11 Dove Awards, and a Stellar Award. Songs such as "How Excellent Is Thy Name," " I Miss My Time With You," "I've Just Seen Jesus," plus his signature song, "Amen," are now considered modern classics. March 20 - First Day of Spring March 20 - Barnyard Buddies - Hands-On House Children's Museum of Lancaster, 721 Landis Valley Road, Lancaster, PA 17601, 717-569-KIDS. Get in the "moo-ed" for a day of fun down on the farm March 21 - Barnyard Buddies - Hands-On House Children's Museum of Lancaster, 721 Landis Valley Road, Lancaster, PA 17601, 717-569-KIDS. Get in the "moo-ed" for a day of fun down on the farm. March 22 - Travis Tritt - American Music Theatre, 2425 Lincoln Highway East (Route 30, across from Rockvale Outlets), Lancaster, PA. 717-397-7700 or 800-648-4102. Travis Tritt was one of the leading new country singers of the early '90s, and one of the few to dip into bluesy Southern rock. He developed a gutsy, outlaw image that distinguished him from the pack. Tritt has an impressive musical resume that includes a string of platinum albums, 19 songs in the Top Ten, and five #1 hits on the Billboard charts. Join us for a night of contemporary country and honky tonk when Travis Tritt rocks the house with "Country Club," "Help Me Hold On," "I'm Gonna Be Somebody," and "T-R-O-U-B-L-E." March 22 - Music Makers - Hands-On House Children's Museum of Lancaster, 721 Landis Valley Road, Lancaster, PA 17601, 717-569-KIDS. Strike up the band! It's time for a Hands-on House "kid's only" concert in this make-it, take it workshop. March 22 - May 26 - The Dixie Swim Club - Rainbow Dinner Theatre, Route 30 East, Box 56, Paradise, PA 17562, 800-292-4301. Gentlemen, it's time you find out what women talk about when they get together. The former members of a girl's college swim team gather at the same beach house once every year. As they reminisce and catch up on their lives, they'll leave you laughing so hard you'll gasp for air! We see them grow older and change, yet sometimes never change. It is a funny, beautiful story of friendship that no one should miss. March 24 - Pinocchio - Fulton Opera, 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster, PA. (717)397-7425. In a small village the wood-carver Geppetto carves a wooden puppet who dreams of becoming a boy. When his dream comes true, he finds that strange things happen to his nose when he lies. In this adaptation we meet a very funny vaudeville fox and cat duo and a talking cricket named Hopper, all who lead Pinocchio through an adventure where he learns the importance of telling the truth. March 25 - Charlie Daniels Band - American Music Theatre, 2425 Lincoln Highway East (Route 30, across from Rockvale Outlets), Lancaster, PA. 717-397-7700 or 800-648-4102. Fiddler extraordinaire, Charlie Daniels, is bringing his rockin' country band back to AMT! A down-home, good-old boy attitude, mixed with hard-edged Southern rock boogie and blues, is what sets the Charlie Daniels Band apart. Their instrumental dexterity can be heard in their free-wheeling country tunes, and especially in their Grammy winning hit, "The Devil Went Down to Georgia." Make sure you're in the house when Charlie and the boys bring their rollicking, good-time music to Lancaster and burn up the AMT stage! Opening for Charlie Daniels will be The Davisson Brothers Band. Their unique style infuses a remarkable blend of country, southern rock and bluegrass to create a distinctive sound all their own. March 27 - Music Makers - Hands-On House Children's Museum of Lancaster, 721 Landis Valley Road, Lancaster, PA 17601, 717-569-KIDS. Strike up the band! It's time for a Hands-on House "kid's only" concert in this make-it, take it workshop. March 29 - 30 - Hop To It! - Hands-On House Children's Museum of Lancaster, 721 Landis Valley Road, Lancaster, PA 17601, 717-569-KIDS. A "bunny brunch" need not be a formal affair, but some guests may want to wear tails-not to mention the ears and noses provided as they join Peter Rabbit in Mr. McGregor's garden to celebrate the arrival of spring. What do bunnies like to munch on? See for yourself as you taste some of their favorite treats and plant a garden of your own to take home. Pre-registration is required. March 30 - April 27 - The Adventures of Flat Stanley, Jr - Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre, 510 Centerville Road, Lancaster, 717-898-1900. Stanley Lambchop is your ordinary, every day, run- of- the- mill ten year old. He wants to travel the world, do something amazing, something no one's ever seen before. Careful what you wish for, Stanley! One night his bulletin board above his bed falls on top of him and he becomes flat as a pancake. So he folds himself into a big envelope and travels around the world! He has a lot of fun, but discovers that he misses his family and sets out on a new adventure of trying to become three-dimensional again. March 31 - The Oak Ridge Boys - American Music Theatre, 2425 Lincoln Highway East (Route 30, across from Rockvale Outlets), Lancaster, PA. 717-397-7700 or 800-648-4102. One of the most distinctive and recognizable sounds in the music industry, the four-part harmonies and upbeat songs of The Oak Ridge Boys have spawned dozens of country hits, such as "Elvira," "Dream On," "Bobby Sue," "Fancy Free," "American Made," and "Thank God for Kids." Throughout their career, The Oak Ridge Boys have received numerous gold and platinum records, and continue to thrill audiences with their unique blend of country and gospel music. March 31 - Pinocchio - Fulton Opera, 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster, PA. (717)397-7425. In a small village the wood-carver Geppetto carves a wooden puppet who dreams of becoming a boy. When his dream comes true, he finds that strange things happen to his nose when he lies. In this adaptation we meet a very funny vaudeville fox and cat duo and a talking cricket named Hopper, all who lead Pinocchio through an adventure where he learns the importance of telling the truth. March 31 - Clowning Around - Hands-On
House Children's Museum of Lancaster, 721 Landis Valley Road, Lancaster, PA 17601, 717-569-KIDS. Floppy shoes? Red noses? Big silly hats? The clowns must be in
town. Take one home with you in this make it, take it workshop.
March 2011 Calendar of Events Here is a listing of 2011 events taking place throughout Lancaster County: March 3 - 4 - Twist and Shout - Hands-On House Children's Museum of Lancaster, 721 Landis Valley Road, Lancaster, PA 17601, 717-569-KIDS. Twist, shout and turn yourself about in this class of musical fun and movement. For ages 3-6. Morning and afternoon sessions available for pre-registration. $14 per child for non-members, $12 for members March 5 - Storytime with Princess Brooke - Barnes & Nobles, 1700 H Fruitville Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601, 717-606-5303. Come join Princess Brooke from Dutch Wonderland Family Amusement Park as she reads some of her favorite books at Barnes & Noble! March 8 - 9 - Mouse Paint - Hands-On House Children's Museum of Lancaster, 721 Landis Valley Road, Lancaster, PA 17601, 717-569-KIDS. Come along with three white mice and explore the world of color. For ages 2-3 with an adult. Morning sessions available for pre-registration. $14 per child for non-members, $12 for members March 9 - Ash Wednesday March 10 - 11 Building Blocks BOOM! - Hands-On House Children's Museum of Lancaster, 721 Landis Valley Road, Lancaster, PA 17601, 717-569-KIDS. What goes up must come down. Test your building skills at the Hands-on House block party. Free with admission. March 12 - Sticky Business - Hands-On House Children's Museum of Lancaster, 721 Landis Valley Road, Lancaster, PA 17601, 717-569-KIDS. Get stuck on fun as you investigate why magnets make things stick. Free with admission. 2 - 4 pm. March 13 - Daylight Savings Time starts March 16 - 17 - St. Patrick's Day Shenanigans - Hands-On House Children's Museum of Lancaster, 721 Landis Valley Road, Lancaster, PA 17601, 717-569-KIDS. We'll mix up a WEE BIT of art, a WEE BIT of science, and LOTS of imagination to have so much fun celebrating St. Patrick's Day. For ages 3-6. Morning and afternoon sessions available for pre-registration. $14 per child for non-members, $12 for members March 16 - 19 - American Quilters Society Convention - Lancaster Convention Center, 25 South Queen Street, Lancaster, PA 17603, 866-503-3786. While attending the quilters' convention in Lancaster County--the home of the Pennsylvania Dutch and Amish quilts--visit The Amish Farm & House! Come learn about the makers of these world-renowned quilts at the first Amish home opened to the public! Stop by our very own quilt barn and see locally and Amish made quilts, pillows, potholders, and more. March 17 - St. Patrick's Day March 18 - Sticky Business - Hands-On House Children's Museum of Lancaster, 721 Landis Valley Road, Lancaster, PA 17601, 717-569-KIDS. Get stuck on fun as you investigate why magnets make things stick. Free with admission. 5 - 7 pm. March 20 - First Day of Spring March 22 - 23 - Building Blocks BOOM! - Hands-On House Children's Museum of Lancaster, 721 Landis Valley Road, Lancaster, PA 17601, 717-569-KIDS. What goes up must come down. Test your building skills at the Hands-on House block party. Free with admission. March 24 - 25 - Big Red - Hands-On House Children's Museum of Lancaster, 721 Landis Valley Road, Lancaster, PA 17601, 717-569-KIDS. Join us for a good time with Clifford, the Big Red Dog. Make a pair of your very own red ears to wear as you make Clifford's favorite treat, puppy chow! For ages 3-6. Morning and afternoon sessions available for pre-registration. $14 per child for non-members, $12 for members March 27 - Sticky Business - Hands-On House Children's Museum of Lancaster, 721 Landis Valley Road, Lancaster, PA 17601, 717-569-KIDS. Get stuck on fun as you investigate why magnets make things stick. Free with admission. 2 - 4 pm. March 29 - 31 - Building Blocks BOOM! - Hands-On
House Children's Museum of Lancaster, 721 Landis Valley Road, Lancaster, PA 17601, 717-569-KIDS. What goes up must come down. Test your building skills at the
Hands-on House block party. Free with admission. March 2013 Calendar of Events
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