Fulton Theatre
12 N Prince St, Lancaster, PA
Located in downtown Lancaster, Pennsylvania, Fulton Theatre is known for producing and showcasing Broadway caliber musicals, comedies, and dramas. A restored historic landmark, this regional theater features ornate Victorian architecture with modern amenities. Among the many names who have tread its boards are Sarah Bernhardt, Mark Twain, Debbie Reynolds, Lily Tomlin, Lionel Barrymore, Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong, and W.C. Fields.
To get the true theater experience, be sure to book a ticket for a show—there are different seating levels at varying price points. The Fulton Theatre also offers tours throughout the year, by request, for groups of 10 or more. Tours delve into the venue’s history and offer a glimpse into how the staff create the productions. Some guided tours of Lancaster also stop at the theater, while kids can also attend classes and camp here.
Accessible performances with audio descriptions, open captioning, and ASL interpretation are offered.
Accessible seating is available throughout the theater, including within locations suitable for wheelchairs.
A self-service coat room is located off the main lobby.
The Fulton Theatre is within walking distance of Lancaster’s historic attractions and is one block from the Lancaster County Convention Center. It’s roughly two hours by car from downtown Philadelphia and 2.5 hours from Washington DC. Amtrak’s Keystone Service runs from Philadelphia through Lancester to Harrisburg and there are several bus stops within walking distance of the theater. When driving around the rural routes of Lancaster County, you may encounter horse and buggies; when passing a buggy, go slow, keep your distance, and don’t honk your horn, so as not to spook the horse.
Check the theater website for schedule information on what shows are running and when. There are typically morning, afternoon, and evening performances, with different productions running for varying durations. The house opens 30 minutes prior to the start of a show. On Saturday mornings, the theater presents sensory-friendly programs for families. Overall, fall is a popular time to visit Lancaster, thanks to the foliage and farmer’s markets.
Many travelers visit Lancaster for an authentic Pennsylvania Amish experience, including taking a buggy ride through the countryside to visit working Amish farms. Visitors can also get a taste of Pennsylvania Dutch cuisine at a local smorgasbord, while at the Lancaster Central Market you’ll find farm-fresh produce, meats, and dairy.
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