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Big Shows Coming to Lancaster in 2019 | American Music Theatre
The Monkees featuring Mike Nesmith and Micky Dolenz
Sunday, March 3, 2019 at 7pm
Tickets: $79, $69, $59
Members On Sale: Thursday, November 15 at 9am
Public On Sale: Friday, November 16 at 10am
Formed in 1965 for the television series The Monkees about a struggling rock band, the quartet of Michael Nesmith, Micky Dolenz, Peter Tork, and the late Davy Jones brought a mix of pop, rock, psychedelia, Broadway, and country to their music, along with a heavy dose of comedy. Michael and Micky have re-united for their first-ever national tour as a duo. Featuring songs that span the group’s entire career, the show will highlight many of Nesmith’s compositions.
NEEDTOBREATHE: Acoustic Live Tour with Special Guest Matt Maeson
Friday, March 15, 2019 at 7pm
Tickets: $67, $57, $47
Members On Sale: Wednesday, November 14 at 10am
Public On Sale: Friday, November 16 at 10am
NEEDTOBREATHE is a Grammy nominated rock band whose most recent album, HARDLOVE, debuted at #1 on numerous album charts, and #2 on the Billboard 200, their greatest debut yet. HARDLOVE is the follow-up to Rivers In the Wasteland, which debuted at #3 overall on the Billboard 200 and spawned the RIAA-certified Gold single “Brother” (featuring Gavin DeGraw), earning them the Grammy nod and a pair of Billboard Music Award nominations. NEEDTOBREATHE debuted their first ever fully acoustic album, Acoustic Live Vol. 1, in November, 2018.
Joining NEEDTOBREATHE as Special Guest is singer/songwriter Matt Maeson who took to music early, learning drums and guitar at a young age. He eventually toured as part of his father’s prison ministry. By blending the experience of performing in such locales with bluesy folk and modern production, Maeson has produced the singles “Cringe,” “Grave Digger,” and “Hallucinogenics.”
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The Music of Cream: 50th Anniversary World Tour
Sunday, March 31, 2019 at 7pm
Tickets: $29
Members On Sale: Tuesday, November 13 at 9am
Public On Sale: Saturday, November 17 at 9am
Fifty years after Cream’s earth-shaking debut album, Kofi Baker (Ginger’s son) and Malcolm Bruce (Jack’s son) unite with Will Johns (Eric Clapton’s nephew) to pay tribute to Cream’s legendary four-album reign over the psychedelic frontier of the late 1960s. Feel the fire and the freedom of “Spoonful,” “Strange Brew,” “Sunshine of Your Love,” “White Room,” “Crossroads,” and “Badge,” and listen to their stories as they interplay with their mentors on the big screen. Kofi, Malcolm, and Will are master musicians whose lives have been steeped in the Cream spirit, celebrating an extraordinary legacy.
Postmodern Jukebox: Welcome to The Twenties 2.0 Tour
Sunday, May 12, 2019 at 7pm
Tickets: $45
Members On Sale: Tuesday, November 13 at 9am
Public On Sale: Saturday, November 17 at 9am
Proving that everything new can be old again, pianist Scott Bradlee became a viral pop sensation after creating a series of clips for YouTube that found him and a group of rotating musician — dubbed Postmodern Jukebox — reworking current pop songs in a variety of vintage styles. The group transformed Miley Cyrus’ “We Can’t Stop” into a 1950s-style doo wop number, gave Macklemore’s “Thrift Shop” a ’20s jazz accent, crossed Daft Punk’s “Get Lucky” with Irish folk music, and showed how Ke$ha’s “Die Young” would work as a classic country tune.
ABBA The Concert – A Tribute to ABBA
Sunday, May 19, 2019 at 3pm
Tickets: $39
Members On Sale: Wednesday, November 28 at 9am
Public On Sale: Friday, November 30 at 9am
ABBA The Concert – A Tribute to ABBA brings one of the greatest pop successes in the history of music back to life. Forming in 1996, ABBA The Concert features the band Waterloo, and presents a visually and musically stunning tribute to Sweden’s pop superstars. ABBA The Concert is a remarkable recreation of the group that brought you “Dancing Queen,” “Mamma Mia,” “SOS,” “Fernando,” “Take a Chance on Me,” “Waterloo,” and more. Audiences agree that “this is the closest to ABBA you’ll ever get.”
Nitty Gritty Dirt Band
Thursday, May 30, 2019 at 7:30pm
Tickets: $44
Members On Sale: Tuesday, November 20 at 9am
Public On Sale: Saturday, November 24 at 9am
Fresh off their 18 month 50th Anniversary Tour, the iconic Nitty Gritty Dirt Band is often cited as a catalyst for an entire movement in country rock and American roots music. Nitty Gritty Dirt Band has earned multi-platinum and gold records along with Grammy, IBMA, CMA Awards and nominations thanks to a string of top ten hits such as “Fishin’ In The Dark,” “Mr. Bojangles,” and “An American Dream.” Their groundbreaking Will The Circle Be Unbroken album has been inducted into the U.S. Library of Congress as well as the Grammy Hall of Fame.
Happy Together Tour
Saturday, June 22, 2019 at 8pm
Tickets: $69
Members On Sale: Tuesday, November 20 at 9am
Public On Sale: Saturday, November 24 at 9am
It’s a blast from the past as six classic rock legends join forces to put on one incredible show in the Happy Together Tour 2019. This all-star, crowd-pleasing lineup includes The Turtles, Chuck Negron (formerly of Three Dog Night,) Gary Puckett & The Union Gap, The Buckinghams, The Classics IV, and The Cowsills. Join us for this ten year anniversary event featuring hit after hit after hit. It’s the soundtrack of the 60s and 70s, and sure to be a night full of great music and great memories!
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Chris Janson
Friday, February 22, 2019 at 8pm
Tickets: $69
Members On Sale: Tuesday, November 6 at 9am
Public On Sale: Saturday, November 10 at 9am
Country singer Chris Janson first made his mark as a songwriter, penning Tim McGraw’s 2012 hit “Truck Yeah.” A guitarist as well as a stellar harmonica player, Janson’s first singles include “Til a Woman Comes Along” and “Better I Don’t.” His 2015 hit “Buy Me a Boat” quickly climbed into the Top Ten on the country charts. “Power of Positive Drinkin’,” “Fix a Drink,” and “Drunk Girl” are also part of Janson’s ever-expanding catalog.
Jeanne Robertson
Saturday, May 11, 2019 at 8pm
Tickets: $35
Members On Sale: Tuesday, November 6 at 9am
Public On Sale: Saturday, November 10 at 9am
Award-winning speaker Jeanne Robertson is an expert in humor, whether regaling audiences with her experiences as a 6’2″ Miss Congeniality winner in the Miss America Pageant or outlining the steps to developing a sense of humor. Jeanne has been awarded every top honor in the speaking profession. The author of three books on humor, Jeanne uses original hilarious stories from everyday life to show audiences how to laugh at themselves and accept the things that cannot be changed about themselves and the people around them.
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EXCITING CAST ADDITION! Fan favorite and two-time Dancing with the Stars professional champion Val Chmerkovskiy has joined the cast of “Dancing with the Stars: Live! – A Night to Remember,” coming to AMT January 22-24. The show will feature favorite professional and troupe dancers from Season 27 in a brand-new production showcasing every type of dance style as seen on ABC’s hit show Dancing with the Stars, ranging from ballroom and jazz to modern and hip-hop. Audiences will have the opportunity to experience the excitement, glamour, and glitz they see in the ballroom every Monday night.
The tour delivers a spectacular night of show-stopping dance performances from world-renowned dancers including Brandon Armstrong, Alan Bersten, Witney Carson, Artem Chigvintsev, Val Chmerkovskiy, Sasha Farber, Jenna Johnson, Gleb Savchenko, Emma Slater, Hayley Erbert, and Britt Stewart, with more surprise casting to be announced.*
To purchase tickets, click here. VIP packages are available through VIPNation.com, giving fans the chance to purchase premium tickets, meet and greet opportunities with the cast, exclusive merchandise, and photo opportunities.
*Cast subject to change
Purchase your tickets to The 2018 Christmas Show: The First Noel on October 30 or October 31 for any performance from November 1 through November 18, and receive $5 OFF* each regularly priced adult ticket (up to four) when you mention code BEWITCH.
The First Noel is AMT’s newest Original Show, featuring the secular and sacred holiday songs you know and love, with all-live performances by our sensational cast of singers and dancers, as well as the remarkable AMT Orchestra. Bring the entire family and discover a new holiday tradition! On stage November 1 — December 30, 2018.
A number of show dates are filling up quickly, so don’t let Halloween scare you into missing this great offer. Visit the Box Office, call us at 800-648-4102, or click here to get your favorite seats now before they disappear!
*Valid for up to four regularly priced, adult tickets for November 1-18, 2018 performances only. New orders only. Based on availability. Cannot be combined with other offers. Offer valid October 30-31, 2018 only. Service fees apply. Use code BEWITCH when ordering.
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PBS KIDS Live! Really BIG tiny Adventure
Friday, January 18, 2019 at 6pm
Tickets: $49, $41, $29
Members On Sale: Wednesday, October 17 at 10am
Public On Sale: Saturday, October 20 at 10am
PBS KIDS, the number one educational media brand for children, is proud to present their first ever live theatrical touring stage event. PBS KIDS Live! Really BIG tiny Adventure presented by Zappos adaptive is more than a show. Fun, learning, and exploration begin as soon as you arrive with an in-lobby experience for the whole family. Favorite PBS KIDS characters from Arthur, Nature Cat, Ready Jet Go!, Princess Presto and Super WHY! Are available to meet, greet, and pose for photos. Download the free App and kids and parents can explore together an augmented-reality Bug Garden, a virtual AR Playground where the theatre lobby transforms into an immersive PBS KIDS world. All that and more before stepping into the theatre as the stage lights turn bright.
PBS KIDS Live! Really BIG tiny Adventure is the story of Dot, Dee, and Del, the PBS KIDS brother and sisters seen every day on PBS stations and Apps. It’s a special day and the kids are looking forward to crossing their backyard to attend a friend’s birthday party. Sounds simple, but it becomes an unexpected adventure when the group gets shrunk to the size of grasshoppers. A lot of surprises are in store for the pint-sized kids including meeting and learning about the little creatures that live just under foot; music and interactive audience fun; and the solution to the “mystery of the missing tail.” Will they solve all the really big, tiny challenges and grow full-size in time for the birthday fun? You’ll find out in PBS KIDS Live! Really BIG tiny Adventure, an exciting and educational experience for the whole family. The adventure begins when you arrive!
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Little River Band with special guest Ambrosia
Saturday, January 19, 2019 at 8pm
Tickets: $69, $59, $49
Members On Sale: Tuesday, October 9 at 9am
Public On Sale: Saturday, October 13 at 9am
Little River Band is considered to be one of Australia’s most significant bands. Their impressive songwriting skills, powerful vocals, and masterful guitar harmonies immediately helped them claim their place as one of the great vocal bands of the 70s and 80s. Their chart success included “Help Is on Its Way,” “Take It Easy on Me,” “Reminiscing,” “Lonesome Loser,” “Lady,” “Cool Change,” and “The Night Owls.” Ambrosia’s pop rock musical style reflects progressive, classical, and world influences, infused with blues and R&B. With five Grammy nominations to their credit, Ambrosia rose to prominence with the hits “Holdin’ on to Yesterday,” “You’re the Only Woman,” “How Much I Feel,” and “Biggest Part of Me.”
Ronnie Milsap & Lorrie Morgan
Saturday, March 2, 2019 at 8pm
Tickets: $66, $56, $46
Members On Sale: Tuesday, October 30 at 9am
Public On Sale: Saturday, November 3 at 9am
Since his childhood days in Appalachia, Ronnie Milsap has been drawn to the simple and plaintive sounds of country music. One of the major figures of the genre in the 1970s, Milsap developed a hybrid of country, blues, R&B, pop, and rock sounds. This Grammy, CMA, and ACM award winner has amassed 40 #1 country hits including “Smoky Mountain Rain,” “(There’s) No Gettin’ Over Me,” “He Got You,” and “Any Day Now.” Lorrie Morgan has been around great songs all her life. The daughter of a Country Music Hall of Fame member, Morgan made her debut on the Grand Ole Opry stage at age 13 and has gone on to enjoy multi-platinum record status and CMA awards. “Watch Me,” “What Part of No,” “Except for Monday,” and “Something in Red” are just a few of the many hits from this emotive country vocalist.
The Midtown Men
Sunday, March 24, 2019 at 7pm
Tickets: $59, $49, $39
Members On Sale: Tuesday, October 16 at 9am
Public On Sale: Saturday, October 20 at 9am
Consisting of four stars from the original cast of Jersey Boys, The Midtown Men bring to life the greatest hits of the 1960s. The Midtown Men are lifting audiences to their feet in venues across the continent, realizing the dream they brought to life as the iconic Four Seasons. The Midtown Men is the next chapter for these accomplished entertainers, making them the first vocal group ever formed by the principal cast of a high-profile Broadway show.
THE ORCHESTRA Starring Former Members of Electric Light Orchestra
Thursday, April 4, 2019 at 8pm
Tickets: $49
Members On Sale: Tuesday, October 16 at 9am
Public On Sale: Saturday, October 20 at 9am
It’s a full evening of hit after hit of symphonic rock when former members of ELO and ELO Part II join forces to perform such notable hits as “Can’t Get It Out of My Head,” “Evil Woman,” “Strange Magic,” “Livin’ Thing,” and “Sweet Talkin’ Woman.” The Orchestra is comprised of Mik Kaminski (violin,) Louis Clark (orchestral keyboards,) Eric Troyer (vocals/keyboards,) Pathenon Huxley (vocals/guitar,) Gordon Townsend (vocals/drums,) and Glen Burtnik (vocals/bass.)
Kris Kristofferson & The Strangers
Friday, April 12, 2019 at 8pm
Tickets: $46
Members On Sale: Tuesday, October 9 at 9am
Public On Sale: Saturday, October 13 at 9am
Kris Kristofferson has achieved remarkable success as a country songwriter. His songs “Me and Bobby McGee,” “Help Me Make It Through the Night,” “Sunday Mornin’ Comin’ Down,” and “For the Good Times,” are all chart-topping hits. His renown as a songwriter enabled him to launch a successful career as a musical performer and that, in turn, lead to a lengthy career as a film actor. Join us for this long-awaited return of Kris Kristofferson to the AMT stage.
STOMP
Sunday, April 14, 2019 at 7pm
Tickets: $59
Members On Sale: Tuesday, October 30 at 9am
Public On Sale: Saturday, November 3 at 9am
STOMP is explosive, inventive, provocative, witty, and utterly unique—an unforgettable experience for audiences of all ages. The international percussion sensation has garnered armfuls of awards and rave reviews and has appeared on numerous national television shows. The eight-member troupe uses everything but conventional percussion instruments — matchboxes, wooden poles, brooms, garbage cans, Zippo lighters, hubcaps — to fill the stage with magnificent rhythms. Year after year, audiences worldwide keep coming back for more of this pulse-pounding electrifying show. As the Boston Globe says, “If you haven’t seen STOMP, GO! If you have seen it, take someone and share the pleasure!” STOMP. See what all the noise is about.
Herman’s Hermits Starring Peter Noone | The Grass Roots
Sunday, May 5, 2019 at 7pm
Tickets: $62, $52, $42
Members On Sale: Tuesday, October 23 at 9am
Public On Sale: Saturday, October 27 at 9am
At the age of 15, Peter Noone achieved international fame as “Herman,” lead singer of the legendary pop band Herman’s Hermits. Universally regarded as one of Rock & Roll’s finest and most versatile entertainers, Noone’s classic hits include “I’m Into Something Good,” “Mrs. Brown, You’ve Got a Lovely Daughter,” “I’m Henry VIII, I Am,” “Can’t You Hear My Heartbeat,” “There’s a Kind of Hush,” and “Listen People.” A highly successful rock group that consistently produced quality music in their heyday from 1966 to 1975, The Grass Roots set a record for being on the Billboard charts 307 straight weeks. Among their major hits are “Let’s Live for Today,” “Midnight Confessions,” “Temptation Eyes,” and “Two Divided by Love.”
The Golden Boys Starring Frankie Avalon, Fabian & Bobby Rydell
Sunday, August 18, 2019 at 3pm
Tickets: $89, $79, $69
Members On Sale: Tuesday, October 23 at 9am
Public On Sale: Saturday, October 27 at 9am
Frankie Avalon went from 50’s teen idol to a national and international star. His first song “De De Dinah” became a smash hit and his recording of “Venus” was one of the biggest selling hits of the era. His follow-up hits include “Bobbysocks to Stockings,” “Just Ask Your Heart,” and “A Boy Without a Girl.” With a series of performances on Dick Clark’s American Bandstand, Fabian became one of the top teen idols of the late 1950’s. Fabian enjoyed great success with the hits “Turn Me Loose,” “Hound Dog Man,” and the million-selling “Tiger” single. Another American Bandstand alum was Bobby Rydell, who had million selling singles with “Volare,” “Wild One,” and “We Got Love,” and additional success with “Swingin’ School,” “Kissin’ Time,” and “Forget Him.” This show is sure to bring back many a teenage memory!
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After the final curtain drops on Songs of the Silver Screen on October 5, long time singer/guitarist Wess Cooke and his wife, Billie Jayne, will bid adieu to AMT as they embark on new adventures in Maine.
We’d like to express our thanks and gratitude to Wess for his dedication and wonderful performances in our Original Shows over the past 18 years.
The American Music Theatre family enthusiastically shares in Wess and Billie Jayne’s excitement in their new endeavors and wish them all the best.
Make sure you catch Wess through this Friday in his final AMT Original Show performances. Click here for tickets.
Big Shows Coming to Lancaster in 2019 | American Music Theatre
Dancing with the Stars: LIVE!
Tuesday, January 22, 2019 at 7pm
Wednesday, January 23, 2019 at 7pm
Thursday, January 24, 2019 at 7pm
Tickets: $109, $95, $80
Members On Sale: Friday, September 28 at 10am
Public On Sale: Tuesday, October 2 at 10am
TV’s biggest dance show returns on tour this winter with Dancing with the Stars: Live! featuring fan favorite professional and troupe dancers in a brand-new production showcasing every type of dance style as seen on ABC’s hit show Dancing with the Stars, ranging from ballroom and jazz to modern and hip-hop.
The Simon & Garfunkel Story
Thursday, January 31, 2019 at 7:30pm
Tickets: $49, $39, $29
Members On Sale: Tuesday, October 2 at 9am
Public On Sale: Saturday, October 6 at 9am
Now seen by hundreds of thousands of people across the world, The Simon and Garfunkel Story is a critically acclaimed concert style theatre show about two young boys from Queens, New York who went on to become the world’s most successful music duo of all time. Using state of the art video projection, incredible lighting, and a full live band, The Simon & Garfunkel Story is a moving and powerful concert featuring all the hits such as “Mrs. Robinson,” “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” “Homeward Bound,” “Scarborough Fair,” “The Boxer,” “The Sound Of Silence,” and many more.
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Since our debut in 1997, AMT has featured both touring concerts and original shows on our 56′ stage, welcoming over 250,000 attendees a year to our more than 300 live performances annually. While AMT has consistently delivered high-quality events to all of our attendees, the theatre has recently re-invested into environmental efficiencies, including a new roof, upgraded lighting, and HVAC system, as well as a state-of-the-art sound system.
For the audio system upgrade, Clair Brothers and Clair Solutions, out of nearby Manheim, PA, created a powerful, yet highly efficient, sound system. In fact, as Jim Martin, Executive Director at AMT explains, “We now have a system that has twice the output potential but uses 40% less electricity than was used before, and is remarkably crystal-clear. This upgrade, with its significant electricity savings, is part of a 1.8-million-dollar facility improvement. These enhancements will substantially lessen our theatre’s energy consumption while improving our patrons’ experience. It’s a win on all sides.”
Says Jim Martin, “Twenty-two years ago, we installed a top-of-the-line audio system from Clair Brothers that has served us well. As we learned of Clair Brothers’ new speaker technology, we were hopeful about what it could mean for our room. We recognize this system as the best technology on the market today. It is truly an acoustically true fit which allows our patrons a world-class concert experience.”
“Any room presents challenges in that walls reflect soundwaves, which can cause several undesirable effects, from an acoustics standpoint. Clair Brothers’ TrueFit series, with its ability to guide audio, all but eliminates deflection from the sidewalls and was chosen for that exact reason. It gives the room an incredibly clean, acoustically-accurate sound. Our room boasts unobstructed views from all seating options and a more contemporary design. The TrueFit system, with its compact size and impressive results, fit naturally into our room and does not detract from any audience or performer sightlines,” said Brandon Martin, AMT’s Director of Production.
Additionally, we recently completed work on our roof in an effort to mitigate the impact that the sun has on the venue’s energy use, and also installed a brand-new HVAC system as the new system has the benefit of being more efficient. The theatre’s over 5,000 square feet of lobby lighting was also updated to new energy-efficient lights and bulbs. The reason for all of these facility improvements is simple, says Jim Martin – “Our patrons trust us to provide the latest technology and highest level of production value. Our goal is to assure them of the best concert experience they will ever have.”