The Appell Center for the Performing Arts

As part of a commitment to make the performing arts available to everyone in York County, Community ConnectTix expands free and discounted ticket access to those for whom the price of a ticket is a barrier. During the 2022-2023 season, The Appell Center donated over 550 tickets to 30 local 501(c)(3) organizations through the Community ConnecTix program.

The Appell Center for the Performing Arts invites nonprofit organizations to apply for blocks of tickets for groups they serve. Up to 20 tickets can be requested for select performances. Applicants who would like to be considered for tickets will be placed on a waiting list and contacted as they become available.

Who Can Apply:

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations that serve individuals in York County who do not have the resources to otherwise attend a show.

How to Apply:

Complete the online application below, including your organization’s mission, individuals served, and ability to fully utilize donated tickets. You will be notified about the status of your application three (3) weeks prior to the performance date with details on how and when to pick up the tickets.

We have the following announced performances available during the 2023-2024 season:

Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood: Scared Scriptless - Thursday, October 12, 2023
York Symphony Orchestra; Original Phantom of the Opera: Film with Orchestra - Saturday, October 21
Wheel of Fortune Live - Sunday, November 12, 2023
York Symphony Orchestra; Holiday Pops Spectacular - Saturday, November 25, 2023
Canadian Brass Holiday - Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Tab Benoit & Dirty Dozen Brass Band - Friday, December 1, 2023
Cherry Poppin’ Daddies Christmas Canteen - Thursday, December 14, 2023
Family Series: The Magic of Bill Blagg – Saturday, January 27
York Symphony Orchestra; Video Games - Saturday, March 9
Family Series: The Boy Who Grew Flowers – Saturday, March 23
Step Afrika - Friday, April 12, 2024
Plena Libre - Saturday, May 4, 2024
CapComedy - Monthly on Second Fridays. Recommended 18+

Even if the above performances are not of interest, we encourage you to submit a form as shows are regularly added throughout the season.

Rules and Restrictions

The Appell Center will track ticket usage and ask groups to use at least 60% of the donated tickets to participate in future performances.
All attendees must have a ticket, regardless of age.
Tickets cannot be resold or used as auction items at fundraising events. Reselling tickets will be grounds for removal from the program.
Tickets are for the designated performance only and cannot be exchanged.

Frequently Asked Questions:

How will I be notified?

The organization’s primary contact will be notified via email at least three weeks prior to the performance.

How are organizations selected?

Submissions will be reviewed in the order they are received. We will make considerations to ensure the full use of available tickets per performance. Priority will be given to organizations that serve historically marginalized groups of people within York County.

How are the shows selected for this program?

The Appell Center works within each touring show contract to determine the availability of tickets for this program.

If selected, where will our seats be in the theater?

A group of seats in the middle orchestra level are held for this program.

How will we get our tickets if selected?

Tickets will be given to the primary organization contact who will be responsible for distribution.

What is the cost to participate?

There is no cost to participate.

How can I get more information?

Please email ksoderberg@appellcenter.org