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By Jason King Jones
Based on the Grimms’ fairy tale
Directed by Jessica Bedford

HOOP DREAMS & FROG SCHEMES!

Forget the fairy tale you know! This fresh spin on the classic tale follows a basketball-loving princess who’d rather shoot hoops than wait around for Prince Charming. Caught between slam dunks, slam jams (yep, there’s music!), and six royal sisters’ matchmaking missions, our heroine’s world turns upside down when her game ball takes an unexpected plunge into a mysterious well.

Enter an unexpected hero: a talking frog who’s a prince under a magical spell. As friendship sparks between the princess and her amphibian ally, the dynamic duo dishes out assists, keeps it real with family, and learns that being true to yourself is the greatest win of all. With music, magic, and major attitude, the princess and the frog prince prove that sometimes your perfect match is the teammate you least expect—and that happily ever after looks different for everyone.

Based on the Grimms’ fairy tale, but with way more bounce!

Kids can get a front row seat to the action with onstage carpet seating.
PLUS: meet the characters after every show for autographs and photos.

Our annual Christmas in July is back — and bigger than ever. Join us on Saturday, July 19, 2025, from 12 PM to 5 PM at the Alburtis Area Community Center for an afternoon of fun, food, and community spirit.

Enjoy a homemade all-you-can-eat buffet, tons raffle baskets, big-ticket prizes, live music, local vendors, kids’ crafts and games, and even a special visit from Santa himself.
Admission is free but food wristbands are $15 ($10 for Seniors and $5 kids from 5 to 12 years old), and all proceeds support our operation costs for the upcoming holiday season!

Celebrate summer with the heart of the holidays!

Drop-in to the Art Ways Interactive Family Gallery on the second floor of the Museum every Saturday and Sunday to make your own art to take home during ArtVentures. Museum educators are on hand to help guide you in creating an artwork inspired by the Museum’s collection. Design your own creation and bring it to life on one of our 3D printers. All ages and abilities welcome! Free.

The Kingston Trio, an iconic folk and pop group, emerged from San Francisco’s North Beach club scene in 1957 and quickly became one of the most influential bands of their time. With their distinctive sound and rich American folk tradition, they dominated the late '50s and early '60s, shaping the musical landscape for a generation. Today, they continue to captivate audiences as they bring their timeless songs to life.

Fans of this legendary group can relive the magic as The Kingston Trio hits the road for their 2025 Keep The Music Playing national tour, celebrating over 60 years of music. Leading the band, Mike Marvin, Tim Gorelangton, and Buddy Woodward each carry deep connections to the original trio—Mike as the “adopted son” of founding member Nick Reynolds, Tim as a longtime friend of John Stewart who recorded with Reynolds, and Buddy as an esteemed musician who worked with former Trio member George Grove. Together, they uphold the legacy while delivering performances that resonate across generations.

Enjoy a peaceful 1.9-mile loop through the forest around Hidden Lake, a serene location popular with anglers. The trail is rated easy to moderate, featuring some short, steep inclines and natural terrain with roots and rocks.

Amenities Include:
- Canoe and kayak launch area
- Picnic area
- Restrooms available

This hike is appropriate for all ages. Dogs must be kept on a leash. Please wear comfortable walking shoes and dress appropriately for the weather.

This Get Out! For Wellness walk is made possible in partnership with Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Questions? Contact: Nicole Landis, Nlandis@wildlandspa.org.

Event is free; please register at: https://engage.wildlandspa.org/calendar/event/283.

"The time is out of joint….”

By William Shakespeare
Directed by Lindsay Smiling

Grief twists the mind and conjures ghosts—but when the spirit of Hamlet’s father appears, he speaks not of madness, but of murder. In the shadowed halls of Elsinore, Hamlet grapples with a haunting revelation: his mother has married his uncle, and his father’s death was no accident. As he pulls at the tangled threads of his broken family, a web of deceit and betrayal unravels, leading him into a storm of moral conflict. What follows is a relentless struggle between revenge and redemption, as Hamlet’s pursuit of truth threatens to destroy everything he holds dear.

Shakespeare’s masterpiece delves into the depths of human thought, revealing the darkness that lies beneath loyalty, love, and justice. Experience the pulse-pounding tension and psychological intrigue that have made this play endure for centuries.

Hamlet will play in repertory with Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead.

Running Time: Approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes, with one 15-minute intermission.
Content Advisory: Contains staged violence and mature themes.
Recommended Age: 13+

Must be 21+ to attend
A tribute to the powerful and iconic women of 80's rock. This dynamic show includes theatrical medleys and show stopping numbers from some of the biggest names of the 80's. Featuring the chart-topping hits of, Heart, Joan Jett, Tina Turner, Pat Benatar and more.
Dayna brings her vocal pyrotechnics to the stage and makes it her own. Simply the best showcases a six-piece band featuring accomplished musicians from NJ/NY who have toured nationally and internationally. The unique blend of songs and musical arrangements really sets this tribute apart and creates a unique experience for the audience.

Friday, July 18
Saturday, July 19
Doors: 7pm // Show: 8pm
Sunday, July 20
Doors: 2pm // Show: 3pm

HAIR: The American Tribal Love Rock Musical
July 18, 19 & 20 | Sherman Theater
Parental Discretion Advised – Recommended for Ages 18+

Step into the vibrant, rebellious spirit of the 1960s with HAIR, the groundbreaking rock musical that defined a generation. Follow a group of young hippies living in New York City as they search for peace, love, and meaning amid the Vietnam War, civil unrest, and the counterculture revolution. With an unforgettable score featuring songs like “Aquarius,” “Let the Sunshine In,” and “Good Morning Starshine,” HAIR is a powerful celebration of freedom, individuality, and social change.

Performed by talented members of Rebel Stages and the School of Visual and Performing Arts, this bold and energetic production is an unforgettable theatrical experience—raw, real, and wildly entertaining.

With his move to Wisconsin on the horizon, this is Jason’s final Bethlehem bow!

Join us for an unforgettable night as Jason Hedrington takes over Godfrey Daniels for a 30-year retrospective of his eclectic musical journey through the Lehigh Valley. From jam bands and jazz to musical theater and polka, Jason has done it all—earning dozens of LVMA nominations and honors along the way. He’ll guide us through an evening of original songs, behind-the-scenes stories, and reflections on a career that has shaped Bethlehem’s artistic landscape. Capping off the night is a special debut performance by DONDEWOLF, his latest collaboration with Tina Edwards.

It’s the sweetest festival of the summer…and you’re invited! Make a plan to visit Bethlehem’s beautiful Burnside Plantation for great food; live music; fresh, delicious blueberries and desserts, Colonial cooking, gardening; kids activities; and much more!