Bird-in-Hand Stage
Bird-in-Hand Stage
4.5
6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Monday
6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday
6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday
6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday
6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday
6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday
6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
About
The house lights dim... A hush settles over the audience in this Lancaster theatre... When the cast steps on stage, you're in for a treat. It's an intimate theatrical experience that keeps Guests coming back. Presented in conjunction with Blue Gate Musicals, relevant and meaningful Broadway-style musicals from Amish Country have made our stage one of Lancaster County's must-see stops for live performances. For the 2021 season, we are thrilled to present a new Blue Gate Musicals show – "The Best of Me" – and also to welcome back the wildly popular "Ryan & Friends; A Comedy Calamity". Join us to celebrate the holiday with the new musical "The Christmas Tree Ship". So escape your everyday world for a little while and enjoy our live stage shows. To enhance your Amish Country theater experience, come early or stay after the show to taste the bounty of our table. Enjoy a meal at our Bird-in-Hand Family Restaurant & Smorgasbord or grab lighter fare at the nearby Bird-in-Hand Bakery & Cafe.
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lisa D
27 contributions
Dec 2022
We made the mistake of seeing the American Music Theater Christmas show in the afternoon and then going to the Bird in Hand show in the evening. The AMT show was absolutely spectacular and made the Christmas Tree Ship look even worse. About 30 minutes in my husband said, the hotel pool is looking good and we left. The AMT show cost only $5 more than the BirdinHand show...I think they need to lower their ticket prices.
Written January 1, 2023
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elephantdragonfruit
Stormville, New York, USA186 contributions
Jul 2021 • Family
We went to see Ryan and Friends in their small, intimate family friendly comedy club setting. The performance was very funny, keeping my teens laughing the entire time. Ryan and Friends is a ventriloquist act on par with Jeff Dunham talent, just much cleaner. We really enjoyed it!
Written July 23, 2021
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Kanilea361
Harrisburg, PA187 contributions
Oct 2023 • Family
Although I am quite familar with Lancaster County, I had never heard of this theatre until a few months ago when I friend recommended it. I am happy she did as Home Game was a delightful production. Among the cast of 11, there were 4 main characters while the other 7 took multiple parts. The small venue made for a casual & somewhat intimate experience. It cannot compare to Sight & Sound or AMT, but it is definitely worth the price of a ticket.
Written October 21, 2023
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June P
Stoney Creek, Canada3 contributions
Jun 2024 • Friends
Great show! So entertaining! Ryan and Friends were so funny. Haven’t laughed so much in ages. Our whole group enjoyed the show and three people participated on stage, which made it even more special. I highly recommend this show!
Written July 1, 2024
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Chris and Alison USA
Hackettstown, NJ566 contributions
Jul 2022
My wife, Alison and I are producers and directors in the entertainment industry. Bottom line: we were entertained! Worth the ticket price.
PRO: original musicals with actors who actually know how to act.
CON: The Company did a nice job with sound, lights and seating, but this isn't a theater. It's an oversized conference/banquet room.
NOTE: Get the package deal: show and food. Upstairs at the restaurant, you can enjoy an all you can eat buffet before the show.
PRO: original musicals with actors who actually know how to act.
CON: The Company did a nice job with sound, lights and seating, but this isn't a theater. It's an oversized conference/banquet room.
NOTE: Get the package deal: show and food. Upstairs at the restaurant, you can enjoy an all you can eat buffet before the show.
Written August 16, 2022
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Jeanette P
Lehighton, PA44 contributions
Jun 2021
This was a really funny show. There were times I could not catch my breath I was laughing so hard. Ryan keeps the show family friendly and some of the things he does are amazing. I will not give them away, but it is beyond puppets. That is all I will say. Great show! Kid friendly. Parents and adults will like the show as well.
Written July 9, 2021
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Jeanette P
5 contributions
Dec 2024 • Couples
We just saw The Christmas Candy Caper. Great show, as usual.
The voices are really good, the show has the Amish touch, and it is quite funny.
Cannot give away the plot twists but suffice it to say there are plenty of chuckles.
This is certainly a goot show!
The voices are really good, the show has the Amish touch, and it is quite funny.
Cannot give away the plot twists but suffice it to say there are plenty of chuckles.
This is certainly a goot show!
Written December 14, 2024
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JoeHend
Bensalem, PA61 contributions
Nov 2021
Top flight productions here. Never saw a bad show and we've seen a number of them over the years. Going back for another show towards the end of May.
If you are hungry you can dine here as well.
If you are hungry you can dine here as well.
Written April 27, 2022
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Ken N
Toms River, NJ389 contributions
Jul 2024 • Family
Since the shows are at a different location till they rebuild I thought I would give it a try. I like the show and actors, but the seating was horrible. The chairs were on top of each other and they were so uncomfortable. My back was killing me by time the show was over. I almost left early, but I was on the opposite side of the exit and did not want to interrupt everything.
Written September 29, 2024
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mitchr284
39 contributions
Sep 2023 • Family
Great. Had the smorgasbord dinner and then saw the show. HOME AGAIN Food was great. Sat in the first row for the show. Fantastic. Took my mother for her 93rd birthday. She really enjoyed the food and the show. Highly recommend.
Written September 30, 2023
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Yes Debbie you can. You do have to select the show of interest and a window will open with a block that says "Buy Tickets Online". Click on that and dates for the show will open. Click on any date and the seating chart will open with available seating. It's a small venue but sweet and the shows are great,
Written October 12, 2022
What seats are the best to see everything on stage or are they all good?
Written January 18, 2017
Thank you for your question Donna. Because of the tiered seating, they all have a good view. I prefer about 5 rows back in the center, but that's just my personal preference.
Written January 19, 2017
jeverett003
Jacksonville, North Carolina
The show for Noah, what is May 2016 schedule?
Written May 14, 2016
Hello jeverett003. Thank you for your question. Noah is a Sight & Sound show. They are currently showing Samson. During the month of May, Bird-in-Hand Stage will be showing The Confession until July 14, followed by Josiah For President from July 22 through November 5. I hope this information helps.
Written May 16, 2016
jeverett003
Jacksonville, North Carolina
.what is the schedule for May 2016. I am not a robot.
Written May 14, 2016
The Bird in Hand Stage schedule is on the on The Bird in Hand Stage web sight with the dates and times of the showings.
Written May 15, 2016
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