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CapFilm
Going to the movies has never been more fun! Enjoy blockbusters, indie films, cult classics, and family favorites in our historic theater. Come early and listen to the Susquehanna Valley Theatre Organ Society play our Mighty Wurlitzer organ.
CapLive
There’s nothing like seeing your favorite big artists up close. Enjoy prominent and legendary performers in this intimate space–there isn’t a bad seat in the house!
Dance Lab
Friday nights are heating up in the Studio at the Appell Center! Join us for Dance Lab, where we guide you through a selected dance form then let loose on the dance floor together!
Family Series
Experience the performing arts for all ages! The magic and storytelling of the Menchey Music Family Series is for everyone.
First Friday Free Family Series Sponsored by UPMC
First Fridays in downtown York are even better with free family films! Hearing/Vision Impaired Accommodations. Select films are available with Assisted Listening, Closed Captioning and Descriptive Audio. Please ask a staff member for assistance.
Glatfelter Insurance Broadway Series
The best of Broadway is close to home at the Appell Center!
Jazz in the City
It’s a staple of First Fridays in downtown York! The very best area jazz entertainers join us in the Studio at the Appell Center. Whether you’re a jazz aficionado, a casual listener, or new to the art form, Jazz in the City is for you. Sponsored by OSS Health.
Studio Standup
It’s where York comes to laugh! Check out nationally touring comedians right here in the Studio at the Appell Center! Appell Center Members get free admission. Regular admission is $10 pre-show or $15 day of.
York Symphony Orchestra
With performances that showcase classical masterpieces as well as contemporary favorites, the York Symphony Orchestra delights audiences young and old.
Purchase tickets for individual performances below or explore our York Symphony Orchestra subscription packages here.
CAPFILM: MONTY PYTHON AND THE HOLY GRAIL

THE WALLFLOWERS with special guest BROTHER ELSEY

CAPFILM: ANIME NIGHT – ADVENTURE

Strand Legends: BLACK VIOLIN – Full Circle Tour

YES: The FRAGILE 2025 Tour

CAPFILM: BRIDE OF FRANKENSTEIN

BLACKBERRY SMOKE – Rattle, Ramble and Roll Tour 2025 – with special guest REV. PEYTON’S BIG DAMN BAND

CAPFILM: THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA with Live Theatre Organ

TOMMY EMMANUEL CPG – Living In The Light Tour

CAPFILM: ALIEN

Strand Legends: DEL McCOURY BAND

CAPFILM: MY NEIGHBOR TOTORO

CAPLIVE: JOANNE SHAW TAYLOR

FIRST FRIDAY FREE FAMILY FILM: THE EMPORER’S NEW GROOVE
CAPFILM: HOWL’S MOVING CASTLE

CAPFILM: SUNSET BOULEVARD

WXPN WELCOMES I’M WITH HER with special guest YE VAGABONDS

TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL

WXPN WELCOMES: COLIN HAY

CAPFILM: PONYO

SCOTT BRADLEE’S POSTMODERN JUKEBOX – Magic, Moonlight & Mistletoe

CAPFILM: THE ASPHALT JUNGLE

CAPFILM: ANIME NIGHT – MARTIAL ARTS

HOME FREE – Let Me Come Home Tour

CAPFILM: THE WIND RISES

CAPFILM: IN A LONELY PLACE

THE WOOD BROTHERS

CRAIG FERGUSON: PANTS ON FIRE

HADESTOWN – Glatfelter Insurance Broadway Series

CAPFILM: THE GOLD RUSH with Live Organ Accompaniment by Don Kinnier

Strand Legends: JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER ORCHESTRA with WYNTON MARSALIS

DOKTOR KABOOM: Under Pressure!

COUPLES THERAPY: THE THEATRICAL SHOW
KINKY BOOTS – Glatfelter Insurance Broadway Series

STONE SOUP… AND OTHER STORIES

CAPLIVE: ROGER McGUINN

TROUT FISHING IN AMERICA

Meredith Willson’s THE MUSIC MAN – Glatfelter Insurance Broadway Series
