Hanover Little Theatre

05/30/2026

IN PERSON TICKET SALES: TODAY
When our five actresses take the stage in The Oldest Profession by Paula Vogel under the direction of Courtney McDougall and Art Rathell, audiences will be transported to a world filled with friendship, laughter, love, and a little dancing. The dramedy will be on stage at Hanover Little Theatre, 360 Blooming Grove Road, Hanover, June 5-7 and 11-14. Evening shows start at 7:30 p.m. and matinees at 2 p.m.

Tickets are on sale to the general public NOW. The single ticket price is $20 for adults and $19 for seniors and students with no fees for tickets printed at home or bought at the door. There will be a $2 charge for all phone orders and a $1 charge for any tickets delivered through the mail.

In addition to buying tickets online, the HLT box office will be available for in-person purchases prior to opening night:

Saturday, May 30, 10 a.m.–noon
Sunday, May 31, noon–2 p.m.

SYNOPSIS
In the mid-1980s, five aging practitioners of the oldest profession are faced with a diminishing clientele, increased competition, and aching joints. With wit, compassion, and humor, they struggle to find and learn new tricks as they fight to stay in the “Life.”

ON STAGE
The cast includes Ashley Gerhardt as Ursula; Vanessa Baker as Vera; Linda Fink as Mae; Jamie Gerhardt as Lillian; and Baily Howard Leonard as Edna.

BEHIND THE SCENES
The show’s directors are Courtney McDougall and Art Rathell with stage manager Nancy Wege and producers: Brandon O’Donnell and Wendee Lewis.

NONPROFIT PARTNER
Remember that HLT will donate $2 for each ticket sold to the Saturday, June 6 performance to Open Arms Recovery Center. Matching donations from an anonymous patron and Sommer and O’Donnell – Attorneys at Law will boost the total donation to $6 per seat sold. We will also accept donations from patrons at each performance.

SEASON SPONSOR
The Eichelberger Performing Arts Center is our 2025-26 Season Sponsor.

As always, for questions or more information email [email protected] or call the box office at 717-637-5297.

05/29/2026

IN PERSON TICKET SALES: MAY 30 & 31
When our five actresses take the stage in The Oldest Profession by Paula Vogel under the direction of Courtney McDougall and Art Rathell, audiences will be transported to a world filled with friendship, laughter, love, and a little dancing. The dramedy will be on stage at Hanover Little Theatre, 360 Blooming Grove Road, Hanover, June 5-7 and 11-14. Evening shows start at 7:30 p.m. and matinees at 2 p.m.

Tickets are on sale to the general public NOW. The single ticket price is $20 for adults and $19 for seniors and students with no fees for tickets printed at home or bought at the door. There will be a $2 charge for all phone orders and a $1 charge for any tickets delivered through the mail.

In addition to buying tickets online, the HLT box office will be available for in-person purchases prior to opening night:

Saturday, May 30, 10 a.m.–noon
Sunday, May 31, noon–2 p.m.

SYNOPSIS
In the mid-1980s, five aging practitioners of the oldest profession are faced with a diminishing clientele, increased competition, and aching joints. With wit, compassion, and humor, they struggle to find and learn new tricks as they fight to stay in the “Life.”

ON STAGE
The cast includes Ashley Gerhardt as Ursula; Vanessa Baker as Vera; Linda Fink as Mae; Jamie Gerhardt as Lillian; and Baily Howard Leonard as Edna.

BEHIND THE SCENES
The show’s directors are Courtney McDougall and Art Rathell with stage manager Nancy Wege and producers: Brandon O’Donnell and Wendee Lewis.

NONPROFIT PARTNER
Remember that HLT will donate $2 for each ticket sold to the Saturday, June 6 performance to Open Arms Recovery Center. Matching donations from an anonymous patron and Sommer and O’Donnell – Attorneys at Law will boost the total donation to $6 per seat sold. We will also accept donations from patrons at each performance.

SEASON SPONSOR
The Eichelberger Performing Arts Center is our 2025-26 Season Sponsor.

As always, for questions or more information email [email protected] or call the box office at 717-637-5297.

05/28/2026

OPENING NIGHT: JUNE 5
When our five actresses take the stage in The Oldest Profession by Paula Vogel under the direction of Courtney McDougall and Art Rathell, audiences will be transported to a world filled with friendship, laughter, and love. The dramedy will be on stage at Hanover Little Theatre, 360 Blooming Grove Road, Hanover, June 5-7 and 11-14. Evening shows start at 7:30 p.m. and matinees at 2 p.m.

Tickets are on sale to the general public NOW. The single ticket price is $20 for adults and $19 for seniors and students with no fees for tickets printed at home or bought at the door. There will be a $2 charge for all phone orders and a $1 charge for any tickets delivered through the mail.

SYNOPSIS
In the mid-1980s, five aging practitioners of the oldest profession are faced with a diminishing clientele, increased competition, and aching joints. With wit, compassion, and humor, they struggle to find and learn new tricks as they fight to stay in the “Life.”

ON STAGE
The cast includes Ashley Gerhardt as Ursula; Vanessa Baker as Vera; Linda Fink as Mae; Jamie Gerhardt as Lillian; and Baily Howard Leonard as Edna.

BEHIND THE SCENES
The show’s directors are Courtney McDougall and Art Rathell with stage manager: Nancy Wege. Others behind the curtain are Chad Zepp, Wendee Lewis, and Art Rathell; Bob McCleary, light design; Wendee Lewis and Art Rathell, light and sound technicians; and producers, Art Rathell and Wendee Lewis.

NONPROFIT PARTNER
Remember that HLT will donate $2 for each ticket sold to the Saturday, June 6 performance to Open Arms Recovery Center. Matching donations from an anonymous patron and Sommer and O’Donnell – Attorneys at Law will boost the total donation to $6 per seat sold. We will also accept donations from patrons at each performance.

SEASON SPONSOR
The Eichelberger Performing Arts Center is our 2025-26 Season Sponsor.

As always, for questions or more information email [email protected] or call the box office at 717-637-5297.

05/28/2026

Wanna see The Oldest Profession for FREE! Then sign up to Usher at the Hanover Little Theatre!!!

Help us get patrons to their seats and you'll get to watch the show for free! Please show up at the appointed time, wear a volunteer badge, and help out.

05/21/2026

IN PERSON TICKET SALES: MAY 23 & 24
When our five actresses take the stage in The Oldest Profession by Paula Vogel under the direction of Courtney McDougall and Art Rathell, audiences will be transported to a world filled with friendship, laughter, love, and a little dancing. The dramedy will be on stage at Hanover Little Theatre, 360 Blooming Grove Road, Hanover, June 5-7 and 11-14. Evening shows start at 7:30 p.m. and matinees at 2 p.m.

Tickets are on sale to the general public NOW. The single ticket price is $20 for adults and $19 for seniors and students with no fees for tickets printed at home or bought at the door. There will be a $2 charge for all phone orders and a $1 charge for any tickets delivered through the mail.

In addition to buying tickets online, the HLT box office will be available for in-person purchases prior to opening night:

Saturdays, May 23 and 30, 10 a.m.–noon
Sundays, May 24 and 31, noon–2 p.m.

SYNOPSIS
In the mid-1980s, five aging practitioners of the oldest profession are faced with a diminishing clientele, increased competition, and aching joints. With wit, compassion, and humor, they struggle to find and learn new tricks as they fight to stay in the “Life.”

ON STAGE
The cast includes Ashley Gerhardt as Ursula; Vanessa Baker as Vera; Linda Fink as Mae; Jamie Gerhardt as Lillian; and Baily Howard Leonard as Edna.

BEHIND THE SCENES
The show’s directors are Courtney McDougall and Art Rathell with stage manager Nancy Wege and producers: Brandon O’Donnell and Wendee Lewis.

NONPROFIT PARTNER
Remember that HLT will donate $2 for each ticket sold to the Saturday, June 6 performance to Open Arms Recovery Center. Matching donations from an anonymous patron and Sommer and O’Donnell – Attorneys at Law will boost the total donation to $6 per seat sold. We will also accept donations from patrons at each performance.

SEASON SPONSOR
The Eichelberger Performing Arts Center is our 2025-26 Season Sponsor.

As always, for questions or more information email [email protected] or call the box office at 717-637-5297.

05/16/2026

Proof theatre is good for you.

When it comes to slowing down our biological aging, engaging with arts and culture is as beneficial as physical activity, a new study suggests. https://cnn.it/4udzpBB

05/02/2026

TICKETS ON SALE NOW
When our five actresses take the stage in The Oldest Profession by Paula Vogel under the direction of Courtney McDougall and Art Rathell, audiences will be transported to a world filled with friendship, laughter, love, and a little dancing. The dramedy will be on stage at Hanover Little Theatre, 360 Blooming Grove Road, Hanover, June 5-7 and 11-14. Evening shows start at 7:30 p.m. and matinees at 2 p.m.

Tickets are on sale to the general public May 2: https://ci.ovationtix.com/35738/production/1245379. The single ticket price is $20 for adults and $19 for seniors and students with no fees for tickets printed at home or bought at the door. There will be a $2 charge for all phone orders and a $1 charge for any tickets delivered through the mail.

In addition to buying tickets online, the HLT box office will be available for in-person purchases prior to opening night:

Saturdays, May 23 and 30, 10 a.m.–noon
Sundays, May 24 and 31, noon–2 p.m.

SYNOPSIS
In the mid-1980s, five aging practitioners of the oldest profession are faced with a diminishing clientele, increased competition, and aching joints. With wit, compassion, and humor, they struggle to find and learn new tricks as they fight to stay in the “Life.”

ON STAGE
The cast includes Ashley Gerhardt as Ursula; Vanessa Baker as Vera; Linda Fink as Mae; Jamie Gerhardt as Lillian; and Baily Howard Leonard as Edna.

BEHIND THE SCENES
The show’s directors are Courtney McDougall and Art Rathell with stage manager Nancy Wege and producers: Brandon O’Donnell and Wendee Lewis.

NONPROFIT PARTNER
Remember that HLT will donate $2 for each ticket sold to the Saturday, June 6 performance to Open Arms Recovery Center. Matching donations from an anonymous patron and Sommer and O’Donnell – Attorneys at Law will boost the total donation to $6 per seat sold. We will also accept donations from patrons at each performance.

SEASON SPONSOR
The Eichelberger Performing Arts Center is our 2025-26 Season Sponsor.

As always, for questions or more information email [email protected] or call the box office at 717-637-5297.