American Music Theatre
American Music Theatre
American Music Theatre
4.5
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
About
American Music Theatre is the only theatre of its kind in the country that features both touring concerts and Original Shows. This 1,600-seat theatre hosts more than 200 live performances a year – from Broadway tours to rock legends to famous comedians to today’s hottest acts. Since its debut in 1997, they’ve welcomed Grammy winners, CMA winners, Tony winners, and even Oscar winners to their stage. They’ve also featured some of the most talented musicians, vocalists, and dancers in the nation in their own Original Shows. No other theatre in the region offers a wider variety of performances, year in and year out. Take the opportunity to catch a show in the comfort of one of the most premier venues on the East Coast for live entertainment.
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- TC CREEKERTurtle Creek, Pennsylvania92 contributionsWell done, AMT!How in the world did Broadway relocate to Lancaster? American Music Theater's Christmas-time offering " The First Noel," could not have been better than what our church group witnessed. Top notch acting , intertwined with mesmerizing singing will leave fortunate attendees to a state of Christmas cheer. And, oh, the sets and costuming were, for a lack of a better word, spectacular! One would wonder how the modest admission price would collectively be capable of handling the cost of producing such a fast-paced, senses - enthralling presentation. There were more than just a few performances that brought the audience to their feet . Unforgettable! Thanks, AMT, for getting us in a warm Christmasy mood . And thank you for recognizing the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ, as the reason for the existence of this most wonderful time of year!Visited November 2023Traveled with friendsWritten November 20, 2023
- Jakes MomSpringfield, Pennsylvania141 contributionsDon't Pass Up This Venue. Wonderful Shows Year RoundSuch a wonderful venue. Seat are comfortable and leg room is reasonable. I was there for the Elvis Gospel Show with Mike Albert and The Stamps Quartet. Nothing I say would give this show the justice it deserves. Their performances of Elvis' gospel songs bring tears to your eyes. I would have been there for the Scott Bruce show on Saturday but the weather prevented me from attending. Saw it last year and my friends who made it Saturday raved about his show as well. Will be back next year and for however long life allows me.Visited January 2024Traveled with friendsWritten January 23, 2024
- Alan304Cranford, New Jersey2,239 contributionsA large airy theater right on Route 30The theatre is larger than I expected. The sight lines are good and the seats are comfortable. The venue offers a variety of acts and many of the Sunday shows begin at 3 PM. The audience seems to arrive early, even though there is little to do inside before the doors to the room open. There could be more bathrooms.Visited April 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten April 16, 2024
- Linda BJohnstown, Pennsylvania1,164 contributionsVariety of entertainmentTheir selection of performances are perfect for anyone. The range is unbelievable. We have been here many times and continue coming back. The prices are reasonable and if you buy tickets there you save the extra cost of the "middleman". That's what we do. The extra is per ticket and can add up if there is more than 2 people.Visited August 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten August 20, 2024
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lkline332
Lancaster, PA21 contributions
Mar 2020
I understand why the show was cancelled. However it was handled extremely poorly! The concern for fans should have occurred earlier in the day. Not a couple of hours before show time. Many of us left our jobs early and drove many miles to get to the venue. Totally disrespectful. Her mgt. should be ashamed of themselves. We work very hard for our money. I called the box office several times yesterday afternoon. Message on the AMT venue Voice Mail said; in essence: show up or you lose your money. We were screwed by both AMT and McBride's last hour cancellation. Were was AMT mgt? Cowards, left some old guys in yellow safety vests out in the parking lot to explain the last hour cancellation! AMT management are a bunch of cowards! Disgusting.customer service!
Written March 13, 2020
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Maps827602
Hummelstown, PA2 contributions
Sep 2019 • Couples
We saw “Jesus”!! It was spectacular with the scenery, actors and animals. Glad we choose seats in the middle and were able to enjoy the action on the sides in the theater. It was difficult at times to figure out who was speaking or singing because of so many actors on stage and no spotlight on the featured actor.
Written January 5, 2020
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JackieSNorwood
Norwood34 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
We have been to concerts and the Christmas Show at the American Music Theater and it was always enjoyable. On Sunday we had the pleasure of seeing “ Always...Patsy Cline”. That tribute just hit it out of the park! Jacqueline Petroccia as Patsy and Misty Rowe as her best friend Louise just pulled you back to that time and those great songs. My husband could hardly believe how beautiful Jacqueline sang those Patsy songs!! And Misty was so love-able and funny. You truly believed they had a bond, so it was so heartbreaking when Patsy died. The theatre is extremely well organized, getting in and out. It is also comfortable and clean with a great staff.
Written March 2, 2020
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So glad you enjoyed your experience. There was truly only one Patsy Cline!
Written March 9, 2020
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Sally
Phoenixville, PA9 contributions
Feb 2023 • Friends
My late husband and I and my sister and her husband attended performances at this Route 30 theater for years. It was always a beautiful place with great shows and helpful staff.
Since the pandemic however this place has seen a serious decline that seems to have no explanation. Staff are robotic if not unpleasant and seem to lack any real hospitality experience. There is little care for patrons once seated to prevent others from blocking views or even climbing over seats.
The schedule of events has declined significantly with increased periods of no shows at all. Events are also far more expensive now and can be found cheaper at nearby places.
The annual Doo Wop shows are gone entirely and they were so popular among us and our friends. Staff offer no explanation.
No joy in this post. We’ve moved on at this point. What a shame.
Since the pandemic however this place has seen a serious decline that seems to have no explanation. Staff are robotic if not unpleasant and seem to lack any real hospitality experience. There is little care for patrons once seated to prevent others from blocking views or even climbing over seats.
The schedule of events has declined significantly with increased periods of no shows at all. Events are also far more expensive now and can be found cheaper at nearby places.
The annual Doo Wop shows are gone entirely and they were so popular among us and our friends. Staff offer no explanation.
No joy in this post. We’ve moved on at this point. What a shame.
Written February 23, 2023
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Audrey H
Halifax2 contributions
Jul 2021
AMT has really dropped the ball and is using COVID as an excuse. I have tickets to two shows that were rescheduled repeatedly due to COVID. I was never contacted regarding reschedule dates, although they claim to have sent an email blast & called (they have my email and a good number, but I never received phone calls or emails.....hmmmm.) Now they refuse to refund tickets I purchased back in November 2019, for a show that was rescheduled 4X! AND the entertainment is not even what I purchased my tickets for!! I purchased tickets for Restless Heart and now its Blackheart. Then they claim an email went out in June that would've allowed me to cancel---BUT guess what, didnt get that email either. This is beyond frustrating!! Shame on you AMT! I always thought this was an excellent establishment with high integrity. Maybe not.
Written July 7, 2021
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travelkitty50
Frederick, MD921 contributions
Feb 2022
We seem to come here quite a bit each year for various musical performances. The last time it was for Kansas the band. As I have said before, they need to put in more seating in the lobbies. Even a padded bench would be great. People jam up around the entrances where the concessions, gift shop, restrooms, and t shirt sales are, which may be against the fire code. There is so much open lobby (on two levels) here, a bench or two along the many walls wouldn't hurt anything, especially for the disabled. They have enough parking spaces and designated seats there, why not provide more so that everyone wouldn't have to congregate and clog up the same areas? One day I may not be able to walk or climb stairs, so I'm sure I'd appreciate knowing that there was a bench or a chair to rely on.
Written March 3, 2022
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Thank you for leaving a review. While we aren't able to provide seating for all of our guests in the lobby, we are in the process of redesigning part of our lobby and waiting area to include more seating. We hope to welcome you to AMT again!
Written July 7, 2022
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LouS83
Toms River, NJ5 contributions
Jul 2021
Went to see Oak Ridge Boys and they didn't disappoint! This theatre looks new and bright and clean and modern. Although it seats about 4000 people, it feels like a small venue. Sitting in the mezzanine you didn't feel that you were very far from the stage, and I could see very well. It has some of the top name acts of all time playing here regularly, and the seats are very clean and comfortable and you don't have to sit way up in the sky like you do at arenas or stadiums. I like everything about this place.
Written August 1, 2021
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mindy m
Hicksville, NY544 contributions
Dec 2019
Christmas Special, nicely performed. No drummer boy this trip but not missed as they jazzed up, the traditional songs. Lots of colors and costumes.
They allow photos at the end of the performance but then the multitude of costumes, elves with an adorable skit, and varieties are gone as this year they came out in formal wear. So while they all looked very pretty, I found it no great photo shoot. The few young men performed amicably. (see pix) along with the many young girls.
I loved the costume set ups and how they wore them, with bright fluffy layers of petticoats, dresses, coats and even matching shoe colors. Dancing and singing and the band/orchestra where all fine quality, along with the piano playing and including a young lady who did a very nice solo on a violin.
Meeting the cast just after and then in the lobby was nice as we were able to chat with some of the performers.
Our seats were good and we were able to see. I liked the gold fluttering pieces cast into the audience started from one lovely angel. The souvenir shop is always stocked with christmas and holiday things varying in cost and selection, if you are in the mood or wish to survey it for purchases. Nice going to see this show and would recommend it.
They allow photos at the end of the performance but then the multitude of costumes, elves with an adorable skit, and varieties are gone as this year they came out in formal wear. So while they all looked very pretty, I found it no great photo shoot. The few young men performed amicably. (see pix) along with the many young girls.
I loved the costume set ups and how they wore them, with bright fluffy layers of petticoats, dresses, coats and even matching shoe colors. Dancing and singing and the band/orchestra where all fine quality, along with the piano playing and including a young lady who did a very nice solo on a violin.
Meeting the cast just after and then in the lobby was nice as we were able to chat with some of the performers.
Our seats were good and we were able to see. I liked the gold fluttering pieces cast into the audience started from one lovely angel. The souvenir shop is always stocked with christmas and holiday things varying in cost and selection, if you are in the mood or wish to survey it for purchases. Nice going to see this show and would recommend it.
Written January 5, 2020
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weaverkd2018
Lancaster, PA16 contributions
Apr 2022 • Couples
Riverdance, 4/30, 2 pm. Best show we ever saw there. Top to bottom, this was a solid show. The dancers were all in sync and did a great job. The musicians are extremely talented. The Choreography and Set design was Topnotch. This was a wonderful show and would recommend it to anyone who enjoys this style of dance. Kudos to the entire troupe and support staff!
Written May 1, 2022
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Thanks for leaving a review and enjoying the show. We hope to see you again!
Written July 7, 2022
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Dawn H
dawnhirt30 contributions
Nov 2022 • Family
Such a beautiful theatre. Everything is so clean and the staff is wonderful. (Last year a concession worker actually walked up the steps to find us just to check if the soda was ok because he had to replace the syrup right after we left the concession stand, and he replaced the soda for my son.) I haven’t had an issue with parking or getting out but I can see it could be hard- it’s a busy area. Concessions are reasonably priced as well- popcorn was $2.25, soda $2.75. It was a little warm at first- the gift shop was blazing, but cooled down in the theatre. (Not normally 71 degrees at 6:30 pm in mid November!) The seats are very comfortable. We saw the Christmas show and it was good, but the kids were a little bored this year. They loved it last year, the 2021 show was truly phenomenal so in comparison it was a little disappointing, still did a great job just didn’t have the same effect that last year’s show had. Last year had a better storyline, the orchestra feature was absolutely fantastic and it seemed to keep the kids attention longer (they are 7 & 11).
Written November 11, 2022
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Robin L
Sellersville, Pennsylvania
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Iam attending the Christmas show this saturday evening ...How long is the show??
Written November 29, 2023
Are food and alcoholic beverages available?
Written July 17, 2021
Odyssey39894106042
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
what time do the doors open for the 3pm shows ?
Written November 7, 2019
Odyssey39894106042
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
what time do the doors open for yhe 3pm shows ?
Written November 7, 2019
We traveled there with a bus group so I'm not 100% certain, i would assume an hour or so before the show
Written November 14, 2019
I'm interested in attending a 80's rock concert. Do patrons typically sit during the performance? I hate standing for 2 hours so, I can see the stage because everyone down front decided to stand. I realize that that the theater cannot dictate how the audience behaves so, I guess it can change.
Written November 27, 2018
Sit in Row 1 of the balcony.
( but, typically, patrons do not stand)
Written November 29, 2018
What seats are considered to be the best
Written July 9, 2018
The theater is not very large; however, I prefer the orchestra section vs the mezzanine. I do not care for the balcony. In the orchestra section the best rows are F through M so you are not looking up at the stage but out. Also, the closer to the center of the stage the better. Do not be discouraged if seats are not available in that area or it does not fit in your budget. Most seats are decent due to the size of the theater.
Written July 9, 2018
I'm planning a trip next month with my Mom & Dad & my Mom is in a wheelchair accessible seat. What does the seating look like? Is there chairs? My Mom uses a walker that can double as a chair, but Idk how comfy it will be for an entire show. I'm wondering if we need to get a wheelchair or what exactly the seating arrangement looks like?
Written May 23, 2018
It is arena seating, but they do have wheelchair ramps outside at numerous entrances, a wheelchair area inside at rear of seating area, and an elevator. Most of the ushers in the venue are older and very friendly and helpful. I have seen them assist others in wheelchairs and other physical limitations. Hope everyone has a good time.
Written May 23, 2018
What time do the doors open for shows?
Written February 16, 2018
Like others have stated, approximately one hour prior to the show. Since there is only one ticket desk, we buy our tickets early and then go to the restaurant next door and have an adult beverage while we’re waiting. This avoids any line right before the show.
Written February 17, 2018
kylor131
McVeytown, Pennsylvania
What would be appropriate dress attire if attending Christmas show on a Friday night?
Written December 4, 2017
In this venue that seems to be a matter of personal choice. I would say the nice casual would be quite appropriate, no tie required. I am sure you will see a wide range of dress.
Written December 5, 2017
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