Penn State Centre Stage & the School of Theatre present:
New One Night on Broadway
Monday, May 19, 2025, at the Playhouse Theatre, University Park
Alumni from Broadway and the professional world return to Penn State to create a one-of-a-kind program that honors the School of Theatre's rich history while celebrating the vibrant future of our theatrical community.
Event Details
5:00–6:00pm: Cocktails & hors d'oeuvres on terrace
6:15–7:15pm: Performance in theatre
7:30pm: Gala buffet celebration on stage
(Cocktail attire is requested.)
Ticket Options
Pre-show & performance: $129
Full evening, including the gala buffet celebration: $254
Advance sales only. Price includes $4 Ticketmaster fee. Fee will be waived if tickets are purchased in person at the Arts Ticket Center or by phone.
Free parking in lot Green N (behind former Palmer Museum, Park Ave & Shortlidge Rd)
A Grand Reunion of Talent
One Night on Broadway is hosted by Interim Director Aquila Kikora Franklin and the Penn State Centre Stage Community Council. The program is directed by Professor John Simpkins, featuring Penn State School of Theatre Alumni.
Spotlight on Designers
Experience the creativity behind the curtain! Designers shaping the future of theatre will showcase their work in stunning displays throughout the theatre lobby, offering a glimpse into the artistry that brings productions to life.
Support the Legacy
All proceeds from the New One Night on Broadway will directly support the School of Theatre, helping future generations of performers, designers, and directors bring their artistry to life.
2024–25 PSCS Season Productions
True Crime Frankenstein
Or the modern, modern Prometheus.
Book by Matt Cox
Music and Lyrics by Eli Bolin
Co-production with Concord Theatricals & Penn State Musical Theatre
Directed by John Simpkins
Music Direction by Ben Kiley
Choreography by Johnny Fenton
June 12–15, Penn State Downtown Theatre
(146 S Allen Street, State College PA)
Preview: June 12 at 7:30pm
Evenings: June 13, 14 at 8:00pm
Matinee: June 15 at 3:00pm
Evenings $28; Preview/Matinee $23; Student $15
When young pop sensation William Frankenstein is murdered, the family’s nanny is blamed. However, local high school loner Mary Sheldon knows there’s more to the story. Armed with a microphone and her own ambitions, she launches an investigative podcast to expose one Victor Frankenstein’s secrets, unraveling a tale of dark science, monsters, and an alarming amount of preventable murder. The deeper she digs, the more she realizes she’s not only telling this story – she’s in it.
A musical comedy about monsters and how you make them – complete with local ads!
The show is appropriate for ages 12 and up.
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Penn State School of Theatre is home to one of the finest theatre training programs in the country. We invite you to have a richer theatre experience by becoming a patron of Penn State Centre Stage. With your gift, the show can go on. Let our students know that you love the theatre and care about ensuring opportunity for artists.
Our students, faculty, and visiting professionals bring tremendous talent to the stage—and you give them a stage to stand on. Our choreographers, costume and scenic designers, lighting technicians, and entire artistic team envision new worlds—and you give them the resources to realize those worlds. While Penn State provides a foundation for our theatrical productions, we rely on the generosity of our community to provide the additional resources needed to perform at the highest level. Your gifts provide financial assistance with show rights, costumes, technical equipment, set materials, music, marketing, and supporting visiting artists and educators who come to share their craft.
Your patronage will also provide assistance for students with financial need to take advantage of extra-curricular opportunities such as master classes, regional theatre productions, and conference participation. We’re thankful for your partnership and philanthropy, and we applaud every person who joins us in our mission to make our theatre training program one of the top ranked in the country. We can’t wait to show you what’s next.
You can make a tax-deductible donation to Penn State Centre Stage by phoning 888-800-9163, or by visiting raise.psu.edu/PSCentreStage. Specify “Centre Stage–XAFPS” when you make a credit card gift by phone or online. You can also mail a check to: PSCS/Penn State, 116 Theatre Building, University Park, PA 16802-1506.
Patron Levels and Benefits
Friend $5 to $99
- Pre-sale season notification
Benefactor $100 to $499
Above, plus:
- Playbill recognition
Supporter $500 to $999
Above, plus:
- Name recognition in lobby
- Invitation to pre-season event
- Tour behind the scenes
Performer $1,000 to $2,499
Above, plus:
- Invitation to preshow meet/greet
- Invitation to meet Artistic Director
Director $2,500 to $4,999
Above, plus:
- Membership in Ralph D. Hetzel Circle of the Penn State President’s Club
- Playbill program highlight
Producer $5,000+
Above, plus:
- Membership in Edwin E. Sparks Circle of the Penn State President’s Club
- Playbill program highlight
- Unique personalized production experience, with recognition as a show sponsor