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World Music – Sona Jobarteh, kora player and vocalist
World Music – Sona Jobarteh, kora player and vocalist
Sona Jobarteh, kora; Eric Appapoulay, guitar; Andi McLean, bass; Wes Joseph and Mamadou Sarr, percussion The men in her family have been musicians for over 700 years but she "didn't want to be told 'you are good for a woman.'" So she ripped up the rules. She is the first professional female kora virtuoso to… Read More »World Music – Sona Jobarteh, kora player and vocalist
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Mr. Music Mondays free family sing-alongs
Mr. Music Mondays free family sing-alongs
If you’re happy and you know it, clap your hands! Mr. Music of Pennsylvania PBS Kids, aka Lenny Tepsich, encourages everyone to join in as he performs favorite children’s songs and original tunes. This is for kids and kids at heart so ages 1-100 are welcome. Stick around after to try our mish mash of… Read More »Mr. Music Mondays free family sing-alongs
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37th Annual Mt. Gretna Tour of Homes & Gardens
37th Annual Mt. Gretna Tour of Homes & Gardens
For more details, check out our Tour of Homes page. Mt. Gretna residents open their doors for a self-guided walking tour. Get a glimpse inside the cottages, homes, historic buildings, and gardens of our unique community. $20 in advance, $25 day of tour, $5 for ages 12 and under. Proceeds benefit Gretna Music. Special thanks… Read More »37th Annual Mt. Gretna Tour of Homes & Gardens
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Take 6
Take 6
Claude McKnight, Mark Kibble, Joel Kibble, and Dave Thomas, tenors; Khristian Dentley, baritone; Alvin Chea, bass Heralded by Quincy Jones as the “baddest vocal cats on the planet”, Take 6 is the most awarded a cappella group in history. With 10 Grammy awards, the sextet continues to bring extraordinary vocals to their worldwide audiences. About… Read More »Take 6
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Chuchito Valdés, jazz piano
Chuchito Valdés, jazz piano
Following in the footsteps of his famed father Chucho and his grandfather, Bebo, Chuchito Valdés is continuing the legacy of great Cuban jazz pianists. A master of Cuban music including, son, danon, Cuban timba, and guaguanco, Chuchito infuses his music with irresistible Caribbean rhythms. He has also extensively studied classical music, and frequently draws on… Read More »Chuchito Valdés, jazz piano
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Amaryn Olmeda, violin
Amaryn Olmeda, violin
15 year-old Amaryn Olmeda is a fast-rising star who's already soloed at Carnegie Hall and has been a featured soloist with major symphonies including the Philadelphia Orchestra. Her program includes a work by William Grant Still, and César Franck's beloved Violin Sonata. She is joined on stage by 18 year-old pianist Parker van Ostrand who… Read More »Amaryn Olmeda, violin
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Mr. Music Mondays free family sing-alongs
Mr. Music Mondays free family sing-alongs
If you’re happy and you know it, clap your hands! Mr. Music of Pennsylvania PBS Kids, aka Lenny Tepsich, encourages everyone to join in as he performs favorite children’s songs and original tunes. This is for kids and kids at heart so ages 1-100 are welcome. Stick around after to try our mish mash of… Read More »Mr. Music Mondays free family sing-alongs
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Hello Cello! Free event
Hello Cello! Free event
Join the Galvin Cello Quartet on an exploration of the second largest member of the string family. The musicians will show how the cello works, how it’s used in music and how to make sound from it. Stick around after to try playing a cello as well as our other mish mash of musical instruments. … Read More »Hello Cello! Free event
International Make Music On Your Porch Day – Free event
International Make Music On Your Porch Day – Free event
Mt. Gretna is joining citizens of over 70 countries and all 50 states for the 10th Annual Make Music On Your Porch Day. Wander around and hear talented musicians. Click here for the link to the map and info on the musicians. Porch space is limited. Please bring a chair or something to sit on… Read More »International Make Music On Your Porch Day – Free event
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Teens Talking – Free event
Teens Talking – Free event
Calling all young, aspiring musicians: The youthful Galvin Quartet are ready to answer your questions on what it’s like to study music and carve out a career in music. They are presently at Northwestern University, studying, teaching, and performing. Free pizza and a free ticket to Galvin Quartet’s mainstage performance at 7:30 pm. RSVP to… Read More »Teens Talking – Free event
4 Cellos, 4 friends: Galvin Cello Quartet
4 Cellos, 4 friends: Galvin Cello Quartet
Sihao He, Haddon Kay, Sydney Lee, and Luiz Fernando Venturelli, cello Four cello-playing friends from four different nations (Brazil, China, South Korea, and the United States) joined forces and, after only 12 days of intense rehearsing, won the silver medal at the Fischoff National Chamber Music Competition. The following year they won the Concert Artists… Read More »4 Cellos, 4 friends: Galvin Cello Quartet
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Helpful Tips
Bring a pillow
Consider bringing a pillow if you like a little cushion.
First Listen!
First Listen are free pre-concert mini-performances by our area’s most talented youth musicians. We partner with the Women’s Symphony Association of Lancaster to present finalists from their Young Artists Competition on our First Listen series. They occur before most of our Sunday concerts. Please check each concert page for more details.
Parking is Free
Parking guards will be around to assist you. Handicapped parking in front and behind the playhouse is limited.
Restrooms
Restrooms can be found in the lower level of the Playhouse, entered from outside. There is also a single handicapped-friendly restroom stage right (if you are looking at the stage, it is to the left).
Rain or Shine
Performances are rain or shine. If extreme weather causes a change in the status of a performance, an announcement will be posted on our home page and sent via email to all ticket buyers with details on rescheduling or cancellation, and ticket exchange or refund policy.
What to Wear
Come as you please with attire suitable for the temperature. The Playhouse is covered but open on the sides. Big ceiling fans ease the heat on hot, summer days.
Concessions
In addition to the eateries in and around Mt. Gretna, the Playhouse also has a concession stand! We sell various drinks and snacks, such as water, coffee drinks, soda, and candy, both before the performance and during intermission. The inviting smell of our delicious popcorn is a staple of our performance nights in the playhouse!