IMAGINE PEOPLE FULLY ALIVE, SHARING IN BOLD & EXCITING EXPERIENCES.

That’s what we’re after — invigorating lives through fresh theatrical experiences.

Prima presents theatrical concert experiences and contemporary theatre. The theatre’s home is on the west side of Lancaster City at Culliton Stage, which offers free parking, uniquely comfortable seating, and exceptional audio and lighting quality.

Join the thousands of culturally adventurous patrons who regularly experience Prima, as we seek to be the region's most welcoming and exciting cultural institution.

Prima is a 501(c3) community-benefitting non-profit organization.

OUR STORY

In 2010, Mitch and Diana Nugent founded Prima with the mission of creating fresh theatrical experiences that invigorate people's lives. This unwavering commitment initially manifested itself in cabarets held at Prince Street Cafe, where the finest local talent collaborated. Over time, Prima expanded its repertoire to include performances at 15 other venues before finally securing a home theater in 2018.

Prima's experiential concerts and boutique musicals provide audiences with an engaging and dynamic cultural outlet. Appealing to both performing arts enthusiasts and those less familiar with live theatre, Prima’s loyal patron base is decades younger than the national average for theatre-goers, indicative of the organization's ability to attract a diverse audience. Moreover, Prima's NextGen Initiative offers subsidized tickets to local youth and their families and internships that foster the next generation of culturally engaged citizens.

Prima guest artists have included Tony and Grammy winners, including Stephen Schwartz, Billy Porter, Alice Ripley, Jason Robert Brown, Josefina Scaglione, Shoshana Bean, and Adam Pascal. Lancaster's vibrancy is thriving due to the efforts of numerous companies, organizations, and individuals who are investing in the community. Prima is proud to participate actively in Lancaster's flourishing cultural vitality.