PHOTO PROVIDED Jackson Pavlik returns to Millbrook Playhouse to star in its first show of the 63rd season, “Buyer and Cellar” in the Poorman Cabaret starting June 5.

MILL HALL — The Millbrook Playhouse Board of Directors, alongside Artistic Director David Leidholdt and Managing Director David Gritzner, are proud to kick off their 63rd Season by transforming the intimate Poorman Cabaret into the world’s most exclusive (and bizarre) shopping mall.

Opening the summer slate is Jonathan Tolins’ Lucille Lortel Award-winning comedy, “Buyer & Cellar,” running from June 5 through June 13, 2026.

What’s a struggling L.A. actor to do? For Alex More, the answer is taking a job that is literally “beneath” him: working in the private, rustic-village-style shopping mall located in the basement of Barbra Streisand’s Malibu estate.

When the Lady Herself wanders downstairs to “shop,” an absurd, hilarious and surprisingly touching relationship develops. Part biting satire and part sparkling love letter to a legendary diva, “Buyer & Cellar” is a fictionalized exploration of the price of fame and the delightful oddity of fan culture.

To open this milestone season, Millbrook is thrilled to welcome Jackson Pavlik back to the barn to take on a challenging one-person tour de force.

Pavlik has become a beloved staple of the Millbrook family, most recently dazzling audiences as the buttoned-up Wadsworth in “Clue” and the electrifying Frank-n-Furter in “The Rocky Horror Show.”

The production is guided by Director Shannon Agnew, whose creative influence has been a cornerstone of Millbrook’s success for years. Audiences will remember her work on stage in “Every Brilliant Thing,” “Sidekicked” and “The Little Mermaid,” and her directorial work on “Camelot,” “Escape to Margaritaville,” “Beauty and the Beast” and the record-breaking, sold-out run of “Mamma Mia!”

Bringing Barbra’s basement to life is a talented team of designers and staff:

— Scenic Design: David Leidholdt and Shannon Agnew

— Associate Scenic Designer: Cade M. Sikora

— Lighting Design: Connor Kleckner

— Sound Design: Shannon Agnew

— Props Design: V.C. Deener

— Associate Producer/Electrician: Ericka Lee Conklin

— Production Stage Manager: Kaidyn Rogers

This season is made possible through the generous support of Nittany Valley Holistic Health, the 2026 Marquee Season Partner. For opportunities to lend your support to the playhouse and join their mission to make Central PA a hub for arts and culture, please email Sponsorship@MillbrookPlayhouse.org.

“Buyer & Cellar” will be performed at 7:30 p.m. on June 5, 6, 10, 11, 12 and 13 and 2 p.m. on June 7. It is noted the content of the show has mature themes, with a runtime of approximately 90 minutes with no intermission.

Tickets cost $32 for adults; $28 for seniors or veterans; $22 for students and $16 for youth. Flex passes are also available, with the chance to save up to 15 percent with a 4, 5 or 6-show subscription.

Tickets are on sale now! Visit www.MillbrookPlayhouse.org or call the Digital Box Office at 570-748-8083, Option 1.

Patrons are encouraged to arrive to shows early and visit the Stage Right Bar in the Poorman Courtyard for pre-show drink specials.

• Hospitality: Arrive early to visit the Stage Right Bar in the Poorman Courtyard for pre-show drink specials.

“Buyer & Cellar” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Dramatists Play Service.