EPHRATA PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Inclusion. Community. Excellence. Only at EPAC.
Producing cutting-edge plays and musicals since 1980.
EPAC is truly unlike any other theater in our area, and the work we do both on and offstage can truly be found only at EPAC. We pride ourselves on telling stories that are not only important to us, but to our community that has supported us for so long.
HAPPENING NOW
Get ready for a side-splitting comedy experience when EPAC presents Chicken and Biscuits! This hilarious and heartwarming play takes you into the heart of a memorable family reunion filled with love, laughter, and a few secrets. As the Jenkins/Mabry family comes together to lay their patriarch to rest, old wounds are reopened and truths are revealed, leading to an uproariously entertaining and unexpectedly cathartic experience.
With witty dialogue and relatable characters, Chicken and Biscuits explores themes of family dynamics, forgiveness, the power of laughter, and gives you a glimpse into the complexities of family life and the healing that can come from embracing authenticity and connection.
UPCOMING SHOWS
EPAC is proud to present the captivating world of Gypsy, the timeless musical that will transport you to the glitz and glamor of show business. Based on the real-life memoirs of Gypsy Rose Lee, set in the backdrop of 1920s America, Gypsy tells the captivating story of Rose, the ultimate stage mother, as she relentlessly guides her two talented daughters, Louise and June, towards fame and fortune. With a dazzling blend of toe-tapping tunes, heartwarming moments, and larger-than-life characters, Gypsy takes you on a journey of ambition, self-discovery, and the pursuit of the American dream.
This critically acclaimed musical will leave you mesmerized from start to finish, featuring iconic songs like “Everything’s Coming Up Roses” and “Let Me Entertain You,” and proves to be a theatrical masterpiece that showcases the extraordinary resilience and artistry found within the world of show business.