No Way to Treat a Lady
May 1 - 10
A Musical by Douglas J. Cohen

No Way to Treat a Lady is a musical comedy thriller about a publicity-crazed actor turned killer and the endearing Mommy's-boy of a detective who pursues him. Based on the best selling novel by William Goldman (The Princess Bride, Butch Cassidy & the Sundance Kid) that became a renowned movie, No Way to Treat a Lady is a devilish blend of an up-beat and lively score, wacky humor, romance and murder. This winner of a 1987 Richard Rodgers grant was nominated for Best Revival by the New York Outer Critics Circle. Rated PG (Comic violence, adult subject matter). Sponsored by CHE, Inc.

The Women
June 5 - 14
A Comedy by Claire Boothe Luce

This brilliantly funny play has assumed the status of a modern classic, thanks to its sparkling witty dialogue and the classic all-star MGM 1939 movie. The plot involves the efforts of a group of high society women to play their respective roles when one of group's husband leaves her for a tough lower class shop-girl. With its unforgettable characters and wisecracking comedy The Women is considered a benchmark in the history of Broadway comedy.
Rated PG (Adult subject matter). Sponsored by H&R Block.


Jesus Christ Superstar
July 10 - 26
A Rock Opera by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber

Introduced in 1970 and already a classic, Jesus Christ Superstar, Webbers most popular musical, highlights the political and interpersonal struggles of Judas Iscariot and Jesus Christ. The action largely follows the last weeks of Jesus' life, beginning with Jesus and his followers arriving in Jerusalem and ending with the Crucifixion. Features the songs, "I Don't Know How to Love Him," "Everything's Alright," and "Superstar". Rated PG (Adult subject matter).


Streetcar Named Desire
Sept. 11 - 20
A drama by Tennessee Williams

Set in post-World War II New Orleans, A Streetcar Named Desire is the story of Blanche DuBois, a fragile and neurotic woman on a desperate prowl for someplace in the world to call her own. After being exiled from her hometown, Blanche arrives on the doorstep of her sister Stella and her husband Stanley Kowalski. Stanley is a force of nature: primal, rough-hewn, brutish, violent and sensual. When Blanch and Stanley meet, one of the most iconic battle of wills in dramatic literature is set in motion. This celebrated play, which was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1948, had a long and successful run on Broadway. A tragic and effective drama which ranks as one of the greatest works in theater history. Rated PG (Adult subject matter).

The Rocky Horror Show
Oct. 16 - Nov. 1
A Rock Musical by Richard O'Brien

The camp cult classic of the musical stage (and screen) returns to EPAC by popular demand! On their way to visit an old college professor, two squeaky-clean kids, Brad Majors and his fiancée Janet Weiss, run into car trouble and seek help at the site of a light down the road. It's coming from the Frankenstein place, where Dr. Frank 'N' Furter is in the midst of one of his maniacal experiments. Filled with outlandish characters, lots of laughs, and unforgettable songs like "Damn It, Janet," "Science Fiction Double Feature," and, of course, "The Time Warp," Rocky Horror is an adventure you will not soon forget! Rated R (Strong sexual content, adult humor, and adult language). Sponsored by John & Mary Hayes.

She Loves Me
Dec. 4th - 20th
A Musical by Jerry Bock, Sheldon Harnick & Joe Masteroff

A Holiday treat for romantics, She Loves Me is the entrancing tale of two fueding shop clerks who become romantic pen pals, unaware of each other's true identity. This delightful story first won hearts on film as The Shop Around the Corner and scored again in the remakes In The Good Old Summertime and You've Got Mail. This charming musical, set mostly during the holiday season, is sure to bring warmth to your winter. "A continuously melodic evening of sheer enchantment." - New York Times. Rated G. Sponsored by Blue Ridge Communications, Douple Insurance, Eicher Arts Center, Mike & Peggy Keller, and Ephrata National Bank,