Illumination
Surrounded by candlelight, visitors take in an intimate holiday concert featuring beloved seasonal songs reborn in-the-round. Radiant performers and rich live music fill the space with warmth, harmony, and festive wonder.
What to Expect
Lancaster’s original intimate candlelit holiday concert performed in-the-round.
Event Details
Food & Drink
The card-only bar sells snacks, soft drinks, water, botanical elixirs, and zero-proof wine and beer; guests may bring individual-sized wine or beer, with corking service, cups, and stoppers available.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Adults and older teens seeking an intimate holiday concert
Vibe
Intimate and festive
Energy Level
Low
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: 7:30 PM on the listed dates.
- Parking: Free parking is available in the lot, including accessible parking; street parking may also be available directly in front of the entrance.
- Accessibility: Wheelchair and companion seating can be purchased by phone or online, an accessible restroom is available in the foyer, and free accessible parking is provided.
- Pets: Service animals are permitted when harnessed, leashed or tethered; emotional support animals are not included.
Tips & Advice
- Arrive early to allow time for parking, restroom use and concessions, as Lancaster traffic can cause congestion.
- Choose comfortable clothing and avoid strong fragrances for the comfort of other patrons.
- Bring only wine or beer if using the BYOB option; individual-sized beverages are encouraged.
- Contact the box office about wheelchair or companion seating, especially if you need to confirm whether a particular seat requires steps.
- If plans change, arrange any single-ticket exchange at least 48 hours before the performance.
Special Events & Promotions
- The concert returns newly imagined this year.
- Current high school and college students with valid school ID can buy unsold seats shortly before a performance, subject to availability.
- Anyone can join the GreatList for notifications about donor-subsidized tickets for select performances.
- Groups of 10 or more can use the listed group discount; groups of 40 or more receive one free ticket.
- Groups of 10 or more have booking fees waived.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of performance is Illumination?
It is an intimate holiday concert with candlelight, live music and beloved seasonal songs performed in-the-round.
Are food and drinks available?
The theatre has a cashless bar offering snacks, soft drinks, water, botanical elixirs, and zero-proof wine and beer. Guests may also bring wine or beer; corking service, cups and a stopper are available at the bar or box office.
Is the theatre wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair and companion seating is available through the box office. Some seats require steps; an accessible bathroom and accessible parking are available.
Can children attend, and are there any performance effects to know about?
All ages are welcome, but all entrants, including babies, need a ticket. Performances may include minimal audience participation, bright lights, haze and loud noises; strobe effects are rare.
Can tickets be exchanged if plans change?
Single-ticket exchanges may be made for another performance of the same production, subject to availability, at least 48 hours ahead. Subscribers may exchange without a fee, subject to availability, but not on the performance day.
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