Ephrata Performing Arts Center

NEXT ON STAGE: EPAC is proud to present 𝘊𝘏𝘐𝘊𝘒𝘌𝘕 & 𝘉𝘐𝘚𝘊𝘜𝘐𝘛𝘚 by Douglas Lyons, September 5th-14!

Starring Beatrice Levicoff, Raquel Richardson, Adaria McGill, Ashley Baker, Robert Denzel Edwards, Sean Caldwell, Reji Woods, and Kimora Greggs

Directed by Kellie Turner and Dominique Denman

This hilarious and heartwarming play takes you into the heart of a memorable family reunion filled with love, laughter, and a few secrets. As the Jenkins/Mabry family comes together to lay their patriarch to rest, old wounds are reopened and truths are revealed, leading to an uproariously entertaining and unexpectedly cathartic experience. With witty dialogue and relatable characters, Chicken and Biscuits explores themes of family dynamics, forgiveness, the power of laughter, and gives you a glimpse into the complexities of family life and the healing that can come from embracing authenticity and connection.

Tickets are available NOW at epactheatre.org, or by calling the box office at 717-733-7966 ext. 1!

Congratulations to the cast, creative team, orchestra, and board of directors for a phenomenal run of 𝘊𝘈𝘉𝘈𝘙𝘌𝘛! We are so proud of this production, and are sad to see one of the greatest musicals to ever come to life on our stage go.

The final two performances of 𝘊𝘈𝘉𝘈𝘙𝘌𝘛 are today at 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM. There are still tickets available, so don't miss your chance to see this show before it's gone! To get yours, visit epactheatre.org or call the box office at 717-733-7966 ext. 1!

Following tonight's closing performance, there will be a Closing Night Party at the American Legion Post 429, which we invite you all to attend as we celebrate this remarkable production!

Happy Closing!

There are now only 3 MORE CHANCES left to see EPAC's hit production of 𝘊𝘈𝘉𝘈𝘙𝘌𝘛 before it closes! Do not miss your chance to see this incredible show before it's gone!

Remaining Showtimes:
TONIGHT (8/9) - 8:00 PM
Saturday (8/10) - 2:00 PM & 8:00 PM

Get your tickets while you can NOW at epactheatre.org, or by calling the box office at 717-733-7966 ext. 1!

Our sensational production of 𝘊𝘈𝘉𝘈𝘙𝘌𝘛 was the topic of an incredible Letter to the Editor for LNP + LancasterOnline, courtesy of Ned Beck! Below is what Ned had to say:

"My wife and I attended Thursday’s performance of the Ephrata Performing Arts Center’s production of “Cabaret.” It is without question one of the greatest musical productions of any play we have ever seen, either locally or on Broadway!

It had everything you could ever dream of in a musical production, and it could not have been more perfect. I was glad, after viewing the performance, that I was not left speechless. Instead, I was in awe, wanting to scream to the heavens about what we witnessed on stage.

Casting, above everything else, I believe, is the secret to any great production. The two main leads will leave you begging emotionally for the show to never end. Rachael Opdenaker, cast as Sally Bowles, has a musical voice of an angel and presents an amazing performance. She is so believable as Sally Bowles that your heart will ache with her struggles in living her life.

Tell Williams IV, as Emcee, gives one of the greatest performances I have ever witnessed on stage!

We have front-row season tickets and my wife graciously gave me the aisle seat in the center. During the first act, Emcee, while the production was taking place, came and sat beside me and asked if he could sit there and talk to me a bit as part of the presentation of the show. Wow! I told him that would be fine and he was giving us a magnificent performance for the ages. Opportunities for live theater this spectacular must be attended. Go see it!"

Thank you for the kind words, Ned!

There are 4 CHANCES LEFT to see 𝘊𝘈𝘉𝘈𝘙𝘌𝘛 before it closes thus Saturday night, so don't miss your opportunity to experience it for yourself before it's gone! Get your tickets NOW at epactheatre.org, or by calling the box office at 717-733-7966 ext. 1!



https://lancasteronline.com/opinion/letters_to_editor/local-production-of-cabaret-praised-letter/article_d56d4b1e-5418-11ef-9513-531e5f7a81c8.html

Local production of ‘Cabaret’ praised [letter] My wife and I attended Thursday’s performance of the Ephrata Performing Arts Center’s production of “Cabaret.” It is without question one of the greatest musical productions of any play we

TOMORROW: Tune into EPAC's Instagram for another takeover, this time featuring Sarah Reynolds (Frenchie)!

Sarah also is the choreographer for our summer camp production of 𝘛𝘏𝘌 𝘈𝘋𝘋𝘈𝘔𝘚 𝘍𝘈𝘔𝘐𝘓𝘠, so follow along tomorrow (8/8) to see not only behind the scenes of camp, but also backstage of 𝘊𝘈𝘉𝘈𝘙𝘌𝘛!

EPAC's critically acclaimed production of 𝘊𝘈𝘉𝘈𝘙𝘌𝘛 returns TONIGHT for its final week of performances! There are only 5 CHANCES LEFT to see this sensational production for yourself, so don't miss your chance!

Remaining Showtimes:
TONIGHT (8/7) - 7:30 PM
Thursday (8/8) - 7:30 PM
Friday (8/9) - 8:00 PM
Saturday (8/10) - 2:00 PM & 8:00 PM

Get your tickets NOW at epactheatre.org, or by calling the box office at 717-733-7966 ext. 1!

EPAC's production of 𝘊𝘈𝘉𝘈𝘙𝘌𝘛 continues to garner praise from both critics and audience members alike!

With only 5 PERFORMANCES LEFT, time is running out to see this perfectly marvelous production for yourself. Performances resume this Wednesday, and the production must close on August 10th.

Don't wait to get your tickets! Get them NOW at epactheatre.org or by calling the box office at 717-733-7966 ext. 1!

What good is sitting alone in your room? Come to EPAC's smash-hit production of 𝘊𝘈𝘉𝘈𝘙𝘌𝘛!

This must-see production is one you don't want to miss, so don't wait to get your tickets! Get them NOW at epactheatre.org, or by calling the box office at 717-733-7966 ext. 1!

TOMORROW: Tune into EPAC's Instagram for another Instagram Takeover, this time featuring Rachel Faust (Fraulein Kost)!

Watch along through the stories tab on Friday, August 2nd as Rachel takes us behind the scenes of EPAC's hit production of 𝘊𝘈𝘉𝘈𝘙𝘌𝘛!

𝘊𝘈𝘉𝘈𝘙𝘌𝘛 is BACK for its second weekend of shows, starting tonight at 7:30 PM! Join us for an incredible production that audiences and critics alike simply LOVE!

𝘊𝘈𝘉𝘈𝘙𝘌𝘛 runs through August 10th, so don't wait to get your tickets! Get them NOW at epactheatre.org, or by calling the box office at 717-733-7966 ext. 1!

EPAC's production of 𝘊𝘈𝘉𝘈𝘙𝘌𝘛 receives yet another OUTSTANDING review, this time courtesy of Michael C. Upton of The Ephrata Review!

𝘊𝘈𝘉𝘈𝘙𝘌𝘛 is back TOMORROW NIGHT at 7:30 PM for another weekend of shows! DO NOT WAIT TO GET YOUR TICKETS! Get them NOW at epactheatre.org, or by calling the box office at 717-733-7966 ext. 1!

EPAC's production of 𝘊𝘈𝘉𝘈𝘙𝘌𝘛 is a hit and audiences are LOVING it. Do you have your tickets yet?

If not, don't wait! Get them NOW at epactheatre.org or by calling the box office at 717-733-7966 ext. 1 while you can!

𝘊𝘈𝘉𝘈𝘙𝘌𝘛 resumes performances this Thursday and plays through August 10th! We can't wait for you to join us at the Kit Kat Klub!

Rich Mehrenberg of BroadwayWorld gives our production of 𝘊𝘈𝘉𝘈𝘙𝘌𝘛 an absolutely WONDERFUL review! Here is just some of what he had to say:

"Directed by Ben Galosi, this production puts an original spin on the story.

Zach Haines is great as Cliff Bradshaw, the American who experiences the decadence and openness of pre-War Germany. Haines is effective at holding back, allowing his fellow actors to appear more intense, flamboyant, and active in their performances.

Tell Williams IV is dazzling as the emcee. He emphasizes the character’s humor, playfulness, and gregariousness, while downplaying the menace and threat. He makes the emcee a more likable character.

I am a big fan of Rachael Opdenaker’s portrayal of Sally Bowles. Opdenaker brings vitality and beauty to her role. All of her numbers are fantastic, but her cover of the title song is a true powerhouse performance that needs to be seen and heard.

Julia Smith and Marc Lubbers are perfect as the elder couple, Fraulein Schneider and Herr Schultz. The couple has solid chemistry, and provide a poignant glance at more conservative Germans of the time surviving far away from the razzle-dazzle of the Kit-Kat Club.

Costume designer, Lionella Darling has a field day with this show, especially with the sexy clothes (or lack thereof) of the multiple club dancers and patrons.

EPAC knows musical theater. Their production of Cabaret is a winner, buy a ticket while you can. "

Thank you for the kind words, Rich!

𝘊𝘈𝘉𝘈𝘙𝘌𝘛 resumes performances THIS THURSDAY, so get your tickets while you can at epactheatre.org or by calling the box office at 717-733-7966 ext. 1!

Read the full review HERE: https://www.broadwayworld.com/central-pa/article/Review-CABARET-at-EPAC-20240728

Review: CABARET at EPAC I am a big fan of Rachael Opdenaker’s portrayal of Sally Bowles. Opdenaker brings vitality and beauty to her role. All of her numbers are fantastic, but her cover of the title song is a true powerhouse performance that needs to be seen and heard.

Thank you to everyone who came out to support our perfectly marvelous opening weekend of 𝘊𝘈𝘉𝘈𝘙𝘌𝘛! Here are just some of the incredible production photos courtesy of Sheri Niven Photography

Scenic design by Andrue Morgan | Lighting Design by Jeff Cusano | Costume Design by Lionella Darling

𝘊𝘈𝘉𝘈𝘙𝘌𝘛 resumes performances THIS THURSDAY, and tickets are selling fast, so don't wait to get yours NOW at epactheatre.org, or by calling the box office at 717-733-7966 ext. 1!

Photos: CABARET At Ephrata Performing Arts Center See first look photos of the classic musical CABARET, now playing through August 10th at Ephrata Performing Arts Center.

TONIGHT! Join us for our Pay-What-You-Can Community Night's performance of 𝘊𝘈𝘉𝘈𝘙𝘌𝘛!

Last night's opening performance was a great success, and we can't wait for you all to see this remarkable production! Call the box office at 717-733-7966 ext. 1 after 10:00 AM today (7/26) to reserve your pay-what-you-can tickets!

TOMORROW: Tune into EPAC's Instagram for another Instagram Takeover, this time featuring JP Welliver!

Watch along through the stories tab on Instagram as JP takes us backstage of the Kit Kat Klub on Friday, July 26th!

Willkommen! Bienvenue! Welcome! It's OPENING NIGHT of EPAC's highly anticipated production of 𝘊𝘈𝘉𝘈𝘙𝘌𝘛!

Join us tonight as this iconic musical comes to life on our stage, and for the Opening Night Party hosted by the American Legion Post 429 following the performance.

Now playing through August 10th, this production promises to be something special, so don't wait to get your tickets! Get them NOW at epactheatre.org or by calling the box office at 717-733-7966 ext. 1!

Meet the Cast of 𝘊𝘈𝘉𝘈𝘙𝘌𝘛!

Tell Williams IV (Emcee) - Tell, Puerto Rican-born and raised in Indiana, is thrilled to debut his German-ish accent in his first show at EPAC. Since moving to the Philly suburbs in 2018, Tell has toured the U.S. in the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour and starred in the Emmy Nominated HBO/Discovery+ tv series ‘The Book of Queer’. Tell’s previous stage credits include: Paul (A Chorus Line), The Cat in the Hat (Seussical), Bernardo (West Side Story), Lumiere (Beauty and the Beast), Link (Hairspray), Chad (All Shook Up). Tell holds a masters degree in social work, and works as an educator and therapist. When not on stage, in the classroom, or in therapy sessions, Tell can be found on TikTok or Instagram () where he uses humor to advocate for the LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities, as well as work with local, state, and federal politicians on legislation to protect marginalized groups and end gun violence in schools. Thank you to EVERYONE at EPAC, my family, my friends, my amazing husband, and my one-eyed Corgi Sir Theodore Woofington.

𝘊𝘈𝘉𝘈𝘙𝘌𝘛 opens THIS THURSDAY and runs through August 10th. Tickets are available NOW at epactheatre.org, or by calling the box office at 717-733-7966 ext. 1!

Meet the Cast of 𝘊𝘈𝘉𝘈𝘙𝘌𝘛!

Rachael Opdenacker (Sally Bowles) - Rachael is a New York City based actress and q***r nightlife performer. Previous Lancaster credits include Beauty and the Beast (Fulton Theatre), Footloose (Fulton Theatre), The Cripple of Inishmaan (Helen McCormick, EPAC), and Hello, Dolly! (EPAC). Most recent NYC credits include 54 Sings Bandstand (Julia Trojan) at 54 Below, Screenplay by Stalin (Narrator), and various burlesque shows throughout lower Manhattan and Brooklyn.

𝘊𝘈𝘉𝘈𝘙𝘌𝘛 opens THIS THURSDAY and runs through August 10th. Tickets are available NOW at epactheatre.org, or by calling the box office at 717-733-7966 ext. 1!

Meet the Cast of 𝘊𝘈𝘉𝘈𝘙𝘌𝘛!

Zach Haines (Cliff Bradshaw) - Zach is thrilled to be playing this absolute dream role in an absolute dream show. Frequently seen on the EPAC stage, some of his favorite credits include Brick Pollitt in Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, Trent Oliver in The Prom, Lord Clapham in Something Rotten!, Hank/Larry in The Boys in the Band, and Action in West Side Story. He would like to extend thanks to the cast, team, and audiences for making this show an incredible experience, and love and gratitude to his friends and family for their support. “Life is beautiful.”

𝘊𝘈𝘉𝘈𝘙𝘌𝘛 opens THIS THURSDAY and runs through August 10th. Tickets are available NOW at epactheatre.org, or by calling the box office at 717-733-7966 ext. 1!

Meet the Cast of 𝘊𝘈𝘉𝘈𝘙𝘌𝘛!

Julia Smith (Fraulein Schneider) - Julia is delighted to make her EPAC debut as Fraulein Schneider. A veteran of professional theatre, Julia travelled Western Europe, Brazil and the south western United States in Smokey Joe’s Cafe, by Lieber and Stoller, with direction from Broadway director, Jerry Zacks. She enjoyed summer stocks in Maine and New Hampshire playing such favorite roles as Adelaide in Guys and Dolls, Eliza Doolittle in My Fair Lady, Ado Annie in Oklahoma! and Meg Brockey in Brigadoon. She studied theater at Bard College where she met, unbeknownst to her, the man she would marry 15 years later. She lives happily with said man, two children and her cat in nearby Berks County.

𝘊𝘈𝘉𝘈𝘙𝘌𝘛 opens THIS THURSDAY and runs through August 10th. Tickets are available NOW at epactheatre.org, or by calling the box office at 717-733-7966 ext. 1!

Meet the Cast of 𝘊𝘈𝘉𝘈𝘙𝘌𝘛!

Marc Lubbers (Herr Schultz) - Marc is pleased and proud to be making his EPAC debut in this fabulous production of Cabaret! Previous credits include A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum (Pseudolus), Hairspray (Wilbur Turnblad),
Inherit the Wind (Henry Drummond), An Enemy of the People (Peter Stockmann), Antigone (Kreon), and NBC’s Young Rock (Rob Reiner). Marc is represented by CPM Talent Management and Affinity Artists Agency (NY & LA). He thanks Kathy, Anthony and Alex for their patience and support as well as this magnificent cast and crew for
allowing him to be part of this experience!

𝘊𝘈𝘉𝘈𝘙𝘌𝘛 opens THIS THURSDAY and runs through August 10th. Tickets are available NOW at epactheatre.org, or by calling the box office at 717-733-7966 ext. 1!

Meet the Cast of 𝘊𝘈𝘉𝘈𝘙𝘌𝘛!

Rachel Faust (Fraulein Kost) - Rachel is both thrilled and anxious to return to the EPAC stage in her first musical since 2015. Audiences may recognize her from EPAC’s The Little Dog Laughed and How I Learned to Drive last year, and most recently, Angels in America. Favorite roles include Abigail Williams (The Crucible), The Angel (Angels in America), and Megan Jones (Puffs). She would like to send her sincerest thanks to Ben, Halli, the entire cast and creative team, as well as her support system for their unwavering love and encouragement. Special shoutout to her favorite sound guy, Grant, for sharing all of his musical knowledge and for being so incredibly supportive.

𝘊𝘈𝘉𝘈𝘙𝘌𝘛 opens THIS THURSDAY and runs through August 10th. Tickets are available NOW at epactheatre.org, or by calling the box office at 717-733-7966 ext. 1!

Meet the Cast of 𝘊𝘈𝘉𝘈𝘙𝘌𝘛!

Rogan Motter (Ernst Ludwig) - Rogan is happy to be back on stage in Cabaret celebrating his 10th anniversary with EPAC. Rogan has a close relationship with Cabaret having worked as an usher at Studio 54 during the Sam Mendes production in the early 2000s. Previous EPAC credits include Sweeney Todd, Spamalot, Peter and the Starcatcher, Amadeus, Ragtime, King Lear, The Man Who Came to Dinner, Death of a Salesman, and The Temperamentals (staged reading). Much love and thanks to the EPAC staff, family and friends.

𝘊𝘈𝘉𝘈𝘙𝘌𝘛 opens THIS THURSDAY and runs through August 10th. Tickets are available NOW at epactheatre.org, or by calling the box office at 717-733-7966 ext. 1!

Meet the Cast of 𝘊𝘈𝘉𝘈𝘙𝘌𝘛!

Sarah Reynolds (Frenchie/Dance Captain) - Sarah (she/her) is excited to make her EPAC stage debut! Sarah is a New Jersey native and is thrilled to be apart of the Ephrata community. She first worked with EPAC last season as a choreographer for The Prom and The Phantom of the Opera. Much thanks to her family for always supporting her and to Alec for being her anchor in life!

𝘊𝘈𝘉𝘈𝘙𝘌𝘛 opens THIS THURSDAY and runs through August 10th. Tickets are available NOW at epactheatre.org, or by calling the box office at 717-733-7966 ext. 1!