Gretna Theatre announces its lineup of music and plays for the 2025 season

Gretna Theatre, America’s oldest summer theatre, will present an eclectic mix of musical tributes, classic comedies, and collaborative productions in its summer 2025 season.

According to a release, the season promises “to captivate audiences of all ages” in the historic, open-air Mount Gretna Playhouse at 200 Pennsylvania Ave., Mount Gretna.

“We have an incredible line-up for audiences this summer with something for everyone,” producing artistic director Michael Philip O’Brien said in the release. “This season has also become a season of collaborations, which is really exciting. We are working with multiple other organizations including Gretna Music, Sycamore Stage Theatre Company, FRWRD Dance Company, Prima Theatre and Hershey Theatre Apollo Awards to bring a stellar group of artists to Mount Gretna this summer!”

The 2025 mainstage season kicks off June 5-8 with “The Seeker: A Dolly Parton Tribute Concert,” celebrating the iconic performer through song and story. From there, audiences can enjoy the whirlwind comedy of “The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) [Revised] [Revised Again]” on June 26-29, and the rock ’n’ roll energy of Million Dollar Quartet on July 10-13 and 17-19.

A special musical — presented in collaboration with Sycamore Stage Theatre Company and the Hershey Theatre Apollo Awards — will take the stage on July 31-Aug. 3, featuring standout student talent from across the region.

The season also includes two limited-run special events: “Forever Everly” on June 20-21, a live music tribute to The Everly Brothers, and “The Music of Queen + Journey” on Aug. 22-23, a powerhouse rock concert co-presented with Prima Theatre.

In addition to its mainstage offerings, Gretna Theatre also offers its 2025 Family Series, crafted especially for students in grades K-6 and their grown-up friends. This season features “interactive, imagination-fueled productions designed to delight young audiences while sparking curiosity and creativity,” the release says: Elephant & Piggie’s “We Are in a Play” on June 7, “Pete the Cat” on July 12 and 19, “Lovebug” on July 25, and “Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!” on Aug. 2.

Season subscriptions are now available. For more information on performances, tickets, and subscriptions, visit gretnatheatre.org.