March 28, 2024

We the People First Friday at the Ware Center

The Ware Center 42 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA, United States

March’s First Friday performance, Thunda N’ Mimosas: This One’s for the Girls, is a poetry showcase and open mic presented by the inimitable Thunda Khatt, beginning at 6:30 p.m. in Steinman Hall. “We’re ringing in the show’s fourth year by bringing you another round of brilliant women Spoken Word Poets to wow you with the […]

Free

Thunda N Mimosas: This One’s For The Girls

The Ware Center 42 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA, United States

Thunda N Mimosas is a Spoken Word Poetry Showcase that takes place annually at The Ware Center on the First Friday of Women's Empowerment Month. Local Poetic Powerhouse Thunda Khatt brings women Poets from all over the tristate area and beyond for Lancaster to witness the prowess and raw talent the colorful world of Spoken […]

Free

Shadows of the ’60s: A Tribute to Motown

The Ware Center 42 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA, United States

Relive the tremendous legacy of Motown’s legendary stars with memorable hits including “My Girl,” “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough,” and “Second That Emotion.” This highly interactive and visually stunning production features top industry musicians and singers, exquisitely designed costumes, and dazzling choreography - promising to have you ‘dancing in the street!”

$15 – $22

Jumaane Smith: Louis! Louis! Louis!

The Ware Center 42 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA, United States

Michael Buble’s long-time sideman, trumpeter, and vocalist Jumaane Smith celebrates the origins of jump blues and jazz by honoring the three famous “Louis” - Armstrong, Prima, and Jordan - with thrilling renditions of timeless classics and new works by Smith.

$17 – $25

We the People First Friday at the Ware Center

The Ware Center 42 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA, United States

Community-centered performances and exhibits that represent the great mosaic of Lancaster and beyond with genres as diverse as our nation! FREE and open to the public.​ Performance: "Lift Ev'ry Voice" Servant Stage presents a collaborative educational performance celebrating Black History in America, scripted by Reji Woods from historical speeches, devotional music, and heroic letters. Gallery: […]

Free

We the People First Friday at the Ware Center

The Ware Center 42 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA, United States

It's First Friday at the Ware Center! At 6:30, join us for "An Artist's Mind" by Azzurro, an exploration of the creative process through a short film and discussion. While you're there, stop in to the Regitz Gallery for Azzurro's exhibit, "A voyage of fear & hope."

Free

Irish Christmas in America

The Ware Center 42 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA, United States

This hugely popular holiday show brings the music, dance, and stories of seasonal Irish traditions to Lancaster! Immerse yourself in the enchanting spirit of Christmas as the finest traditional artists from Ireland bring you a fun-filled start to the holiday season of 2023. Produced by Sligo fiddler Oisín Mac Diarmada, this family-friendly, exhilarating holiday event, […]

$17 – $25

The Swingin’ Jazz Nutcracker Suite

The Ware Center 42 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA, United States

The holiday is about to get a bit jazzier with this unique adaptation of traditional music from Tchaikovsky's "The Nutcracker Suite." Performed by the Emmy-nominated Scranton Jazz Festival Big Band! With big band arrangements of songs like “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy,” imagined by jazz legends Shorty Rogers and Duke Ellington, a 17-piece jazz […]

$17 – $25

We the People First Friday at the Ware Center

The Ware Center 42 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA, United States

We welcome back an array of emerging artists for our Arts at Millersville Holiday Makers' Market, where local artisans sell crafts and wares just in time for the gift-giving season. There's more - Tuba Christmas is back! Join us for open registration and rehearsal at The Ware Center before a performance at the Ewell Plaza […]

Free

ExtraGive Jr. Family-Friendly Party

The Ware Center 42 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA, United States

Why should the grownups have all the fun on Extra Give night? Help us celebrate with a fun event designed for kids of all ages! Our young guests will get to experience a variety of free entertainment and creative table activities developed just for them by six community benefit organizations – Advoz, Ambassadors For Hope, […]

Free

Veterans’ Values & Voices

The Ware Center 42 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA, United States

Join us for this annual Veterans Day event that celebrates and showcases the writings of veterans, their family members, and their caregivers. Presented in partnership with Music For Everyone and the Lebanon VA Medical Center. Free event - ticket required.

Free

We the People First Friday at the Ware Center

The Ware Center 42 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA, United States

Celebrate the release of John Gerdy’s new book, Lights On Lancaster, with live music, poetry, and a discussion with the contributing essayists. While you’re there, stop in for the opening of two new galleries – “Sincerely Yours” in the Lyet Lobby, curated by U Street Media, and veteran art exhibit “With Courage & Creativity” in […]

Free

We Still Here – Free Documentary Screening

The Ware Center 42 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA, United States

Meet the incredible youth of Comerío, Puerto Rico, as they navigate the aftermath of Hurricane Maria in this groundbreaking documentary film. Follow 24-year-old Mariangelie Ortiz as she leads a group of young residents to Washington D.C. to protest in the halls of Congress. Don't miss this powerful coming-of-age story of youth activists working to create […]

Free

First Friday October – Pink Out!! Celebrating Breast Cancer Awareness month with performer Liz Fulmer and friends

Ware Center Ware Center, 42 N Prince St, Lancaster, PA, United States +1 more

Performance by Liz Fulmer, Tess Feiler, Erika McCandless, and Allan Dutton of original folk and spiritual songs with lush vocal harmonies and gentle acoustic arrangements. Information available on breast cancer awareness, celebrating the survivors and remembering loved ones lost.

Free

Pablo Gimenez Spanish Ensemble: Flamenco de Cámara

The Ware Center 42 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA, United States

The rousing Pablo Gimenez Spanish Ensemble will perform Flamenco de Cámara, an innovative musical fusion that blends traditional flamenco guitar rhythms with European Romantic strings.

$22