Unbelievable production - Misery Excellent acting, set…read more Small theater is a plus. Felt like a part of show in row 2! Can't wait to see another show at Act II ​

This theater is truly a gem! Every production we have seen here has been excellent, with wonderful…read moreperformances, great direction and creative staging. It's a small theater that literally does not have a bad seat in the house, parking is convenient and plentiful and there are great dining options walking distance in every direction. It's just a fabulous place to see theater, with amazing performances, right here in Ambler!

We saw an amazing play with a cast of volunteers. Well, I said volunteers, but you would not ever…read moreever think they weren't professional. The play was "urinetown", a very complex piece The voices, the acting all remarkable $20 a seat, a bargain Can't wait to see what they are doing next. So affordable

Saw our first production here recently and enjoyed it very much…read more We are pleased with the play selection, which is not pop-influenced, nor the done-to-death titles, etc. something more unusual, but quality just the same. We also recognized two of the actors from other local plays, and enjoyed seeing them in new and different roles. The theater itself is in an old church, which we learned was purchased by the Footlighters group. For us, we love theaters like this, where things are quirky and the focus goes to the production, not the sets or venue. For the benefit of others, I'll describe it a bit more since I know that is helpful to some people. Much of the original interior/exterior architectural features of the church remain intact which is cool to see, although the interior and exterior are in need of a little maintenance, which, clearly, they would probably do if they had the funding. One important safety item was outdoor lighting, especially when patrons are leaving to go to the unlit parking lot in the dark. The entrance is in the front of the building on Main St but the parking lot is off of Waterloo Ave in back, so it is a bit of a journey in the dark to get from A to B. We wrote to the theater about this and even offered to help install a light but never heard back. I am hopeful that word gets out about this place because it is an untapped venue, which many locals would probably love to frequent and enjoy! We live very nearby, just over the county line in Newtown Square, but ironically, after living here almost a decade, we only recently discovered this theater. One night, on our way home from Handel's, I happened to see the small signs for Footlighters, that were along Waterloo Ave. I looked them up when we got home. I never would have know about them otherwise. We use Funsavers all the time, and I have never seen Footlighters in there. I think they'd get tons more exposure if they occasionally advertised there. I know we would have found them MUCH sooner if they had. Just wish they could reach out to more people in our community to get the funding for more great shows and a little maintenance on the building to make it more hospitable (and keep the old charm of the place going strong). NOTE: Not sure why the Yelp category for this theater showed as "Cinema: but that is incorrect and should be changed since this if for live theater (play) performances.

My first time at Villanova Theater and it was GREAT!…read more I was so excited to see half-price tickets to 'Nova's theater on Philly Funsavers! I was also thrilled to see "A Midsummer Night's Dream" for Nov because it is traditionally played in spring or summer. Grabbed a very well priced ticket, and took myself out for a mom escape night. I called ahead about parking, and was politely helped so I knew where I could and could not park (which is a PiTA on any college campus). A quick walk up to Vasey Hall (the theater's current home), and a lit marquee shows you where to enter (the side facing 30). Their lobby is standard, with professional ticket box. Ushers greet you with a program. Theater is black box style, with seating on 3 sides of the stage. I was SO impressed with the quality of acting! I wasn't sure what I'd get from a college performance, but this was major cool! I've been to other local college theater productions, and I am impressed every time. As good as local community theater (and our community theaters hire talent from all over). Shakespeare is often performed in themes, time periods, etc. to drive home a classic point with double meaning in the new context, clever duplicity, which the Bard is known for himself. It also shows the relativity of any given play's drama currency to a time or theme, because Shakespeare is always relevant (which is why he is everpopular). The director of this production did an almost all-female cast. Only three characters were male. The females playing male parts were super well done with costume, expression, mannerism, and voice. They exaggerated the machismo a bit, and a bit of chauvinism came through to me, which was so ironic because female actresses cultivated this rendition of the play. I have seen/read this play a ZILLION times, and never noticed this stance could be lifted from the text. When the Athenians are reveling at the wedding dinner, the only female who speaks is Hippolyta, and briefly. This was underscored in the 'Nova production by making the women all sit at their man's feet. This scene is always done to show the Athenian audience's thoughts on the amateur play (a reference to Shakespeare's own awareness of his audience, as well as a reference to the drama that unfolded the night before in the woods, when these lovers themselves were "fools these mortals" to the fairy kingdom, who played them silly). But this director's choice to dress Theseus like a tacky craps player, and raise the volume on the men's brouhaha manner of heckling the wedding play, was further evidence of machismo superiority, which I have never before seen emphasized as such in other productions (all of which did their own unique take on the play). This is what I love about Shakespeare! Additionally, this director took the Titania-Bottom scene allll the way there, per the references in prose. Never saw that either. Oh la la! So funny! Oh, and I can't be sure, but when Bottom gets turned into an ass, I think his hat was meant to look like a MAGA one. LMFAO! It was also interesting that the director had Bottom be a woman when a human character (normally assumed to be a male), and when she turns into an ass, she becomes a man (with a MAGA hat). Again, more innuendo, which the Bard would love, especially because this almost-all-female cast was doing the very same thing across the rest of the play. Note that in Elizabethan times, only males were allowed to act, so all the female roles were done in drag. 'Nova's reverse gender bender is yet another layer of twist, totally characteristic of the Bard's canon. I am an avid Shakespeare fan, and I thoroughly enjoyed this performance! No one can replace Christian Bale for my Demetrius, nor Lloyd for Puck (Evan Matthew Cohen in a "Malcolm in the Middle" episode), but the 'Nova cast did a hella great job just the same! I can't wait to go back to see more from Villanova Theater! Look up the famous quotes from "A Midsummer Night's Dream," you will find familiar lines you hear often in pop culture... and they're over 420 years old! Shakespeare was the man!

A little known gem! High quality theatre at an affordable price on the Main Line. They produce a…read morewide range of plays and musicals. Free parking in the VU Main Lot @ Lancaster & Ithan Avenues. Shows are on par with all professional theatres in Philadelphia (They have been nominated for over 50 Barrymore Awards for Excellence in Theatre since 1995), but the cost is much more reasonable. Perfect for an easy night out on the town, esp. with so many local restaurants nearby. Also home to a renowned graduate program where students can earn their Master's in Theatre, a graduate certificate in practical theatre, and a graduate certificate in Nonprofit Management. They also just launched a partnership with Ireland's National Theatre, The Abbey. Definitely worth checking out, if you haven't already!

I love this little theater with a big heart. Just saw "You're a Good Man Charlie Brown" last…read moreweekend - and it was completely delightful. The perfect way to kick off Spring. Entirely volunteer operated, with open auditions, Barley Sheaf attracts some really talented locals, and makes for an economical fun night out!

We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves at the 50th season (wow!) opener "Don't Drink The Water" by Woody…read moreAllen. The performance was well done and really funny - the audience laughed throughout the entire evening. We liked it so much that we're going back to see it again! We've been happily entertained by other shows at Barley Sheaf. It's a charming little theatre with wonderful people and lots of talent!

It was Amazing !!! Theater was very beautiful, and I had a great time with my friends...read more

This theater is amazing, always bringing professional and non professional talents to the stage…read more All the shows I've been to have been memorable and wonderful. This night I took my family to hear the Gospel Holiday Concert which was beautifully performed. The space was nice and quaint , not a bad seat in the house. The seating is very comfortable and we had a lovely time singing along praising God. I love this theater and hope more cone out to the gem of a theater

My husband and I are excited to have another subscription to the Langhorne Players. Last night we…read moresaw the opening play "Laughter on the 23rd Floor " by Neil Simon. The cast was brilliant. It's amazing to watch many subjects brought up in a comedic way. The play is timeless and also hilarious. If you're looking for something to do, treat yourself to this gem of a theater here in bucks county.

Incredible, small theater company that puts up unusual, thought-provoking plays. Only 75 seats in…read morethe house, so you're always up close. Plus, the Spring Garden Mill is pretty cool.

All plays are wonderful! The small size theater is perfect…read morefor capturing every sound and movement in each scene.

You can't go wrong with choosing this Theater for the great events and programs they have. Always…read morean enjoyable time and if you're from the local area, you always run into people you know! Very nice restaurants a short walk away as well! We plan to attend the Theater several times the rest of the year!

As a preface, I am a huge supporter and fan of local theater, all my life really. I have found…read morethat even the not-great shows ("Mother Courage and Her Children, I'm talking about you) the energy and passion that local productions brings to the stage is wonderful. I came to visit DCP Theatre because one of my dear friends was directing a play there, and one of my favorite sequined jackets was making it's theatrical debut in her play. Yes, I gave a big round of applause for that jacket. The theater itself is decently sized, with a large flat gravel parking lot, a cute lobby and comfortable seating. I don't think there's a bad seat in the house. The volunteers were to a person friendly and accommodating, and the 'snack bar' of home-made and packaged goods was reasonably priced. It's an older building, which they've been working to restore and upgrade with the funds they earn producing plays, holding raffles, etc. The play itself was funny, well directed (yes I am biased here), and a good pace. It never dragged, the actors were wonderful and I had a great time. I'm looking forward to visiting again soon.

WHAT AN EXCELLENT PRODUCTION! We saw "Murder on the Orient…read moreExpress" yesterday and the cast, the acting and the direction was really good. A small local theater (that only fits about 130 people) has a friendly staff on and off stage. Congratulations to all involved and I hope more people will take advantage of this affordable venue so you can appreciate the local talent showcased here.