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ARONOFF CENTER

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Cincinnati, OH 45202

Upcoming Shows

The Lion King
The Lion King
Jun 10 – Jul 5, 2026

Giraffes strut, birds swoop, gazelles leap - the entire Serengeti comes to life. And as the music soars, Pride Rock slowly rises from the stage....

The Great Gatsby: A New Musical
Sep 15 – Sep 27, 2026

The party's roaring on Broadway! THE GREAT GATSBY is a “great, big Broadway extravaganza that explodes with life and energy” (Entertainment Weekly). Directed by Marc...

BOOP! The Betty Boop Musical
Oct 20 – Oct 25, 2026
The Sound of Music
Nov 10 – Nov 15, 2026

For 65 years, THE SOUND OF MUSIC has been one of our “favorite things.” With its timeless story and irresistibly charming score, this Rodgers &...

SIX (Boleyn Tour)
SIX (Boleyn Tour)
Jan 5 – Jan 10, 2027

Divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived. From Tudor Queens to Pop Princesses, in SIX the wives of Henry VIII take the mic to reclaim their...

Maybe Happy Ending
Jan 19 – Jan 31, 2027

Inside a one-room apartment in the heart of Seoul, Oliver lives a happily quiet life listening to jazz records and caring for his favorite plant....

Beauty and the Beast
Feb 16 – Feb 28, 2027

Be Our Guest at Disney’s newly reimagined 30th Anniversary production of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, the breathtaking musical filled with the romance and grandeur audiences...

Buena Vista Social Club
Jun 1 – Jun 13, 2027


Review: THE LION KING at the Aronoff Center


by Ana-Brit Asplen - June 13, 2026

This grand and heartwarming spectacle is not only a fantastic stage musical appealing to all ages, but it also provides reminders about the dangers of tyranny and dictatorship, as well as the need for creativity and diversity in theatre....

Review: Broadway in Cincinnati presents SUFFS at The Aronoff Center


by Taylor Clemons - May 14, 2026

It is always baffling to me, the things that history books don’t teach us. How can something so important within the history of our country be overlooked? This was one of many conversations I had last night after attending the opening night performance of Suffs in Cincinnati. ...

Review: LUCY DARLING: SIMPLY DARLING at the Aronoff Center


by Ana-Brit Asplen - March 27, 2026

Presenting a splendid, one-of-a-kind performance filled with comedy, magic, and heartwarming moments, Lucy Darling stopped in Cincinnati for a night to share her charisma and sharp wit....

Review: MRS. CHRISTIE at Cincinnati Playhouse In The Park


by Caroline Conard - March 10, 2026

It’s very seldom these days that an original play check sall the boxes, yet Mrs. Christie manages to do exactly that. A fantastical show with mystery, quirky characters, and deeper themes, Mrs. Christie is sure to have something for everyone!...

Review: THE WIZ Ignites Audiences at the Aronoff Center


by Kristen Wooten - March 05, 2026

What did our critic think of THE WIZ at Aronoff Center, Procter & Gamble Hall?...

Review: OTHELLO at Cincinnati Shakespeare Company


by Caroline Conard - March 07, 2026

Othello is arguably Shakespeare’s most controversial show, often called a “problem show,” given its deep explorations into race and misogyny. Putting on a production of Othello is no small feat, but under the direction of Associate Artistic Director Candice Handy, Cincinnati Shakespeare Compan...

Past Shows

Suffs
May 12 – May 17, 2026

A musical event one hundred years in the making, SUFFS brings to life a complicated chapter in the ongoing battle for the right to vote:...

Water for Elephants
Apr 21 – May 3, 2026

The critically acclaimed bestselling novel WATER FOR ELEPHANTS comes to vivid life on Broadway in a unique, spectacle-filled new musical. After losing what matters most,...

The Wiz
Mar 3 – Mar 15, 2026

The Tony® Award-winning Best Musical that took the world by storm is back. THE WIZ returns "home" to stages across America in an all-new Broadway...

Shucked
Shucked
Feb 10 – Feb 22, 2026

An unlikely hero, an unscrupulous con man, and a battle for the heart & soil of a small town. SHUCKED is the Tony Award®-winning musical...

Bold Moves
Bold Moves
Apr 25 – Apr 28, 2019

Your whole family will enjoy this delightful double-bill. For the first time in company history we present Ji?í Kylián’s Sechs Tänze, a whimsical take on...

Family Series: Aladdin
Family Series: Aladdin
Mar 30 – Apr 7, 2019

Leap aboard the magic carpet for fun and adventure as Cincinnati Ballet presents the mystical tale of Aladdin, a poor young boy who strives to...

The Kaplan New Works Series
The Kaplan New Works Series
Sep 13 – Sep 23, 2018

The raw energy of contemporary ballet is front and center in this compelling series, showcasing the athleticism, strength and versatility of our dancers. This season’s...

Bold Moves
Bold Moves
Apr 26 – Apr 29, 2018

Featuring popular works of today, adventurous choreographers, and bold elevations into uncharted territory. This year’s Bold Moves includes powerful premieres and music by Chicago ensemble...

Family Series: Beauty and the Beast
Family Series: Beauty and the Beast
Apr 6 – Apr 8, 2018

Beautiful dance, vibrant costumes and engaging live narration give new exhilaration to this beloved family-friendly fairytale. Featuring the Cincinnati Ballet Second Company and students of...

Director's Cut: Musical Masters
Director's Cut: Musical Masters
Mar 15 – Mar 18, 2018

A once-in-a-lifetime dance feast, featuring Fancy Free, the delightful Jerome Robbins classic set to an iconic score by Leonard Bernstein. Paired with Balanchine’s balletic firecracker...

Waitress
Waitress
Jan 9 – Jan 21, 2018

Inspired by Adrienne Shelly's beloved film, WAITRESS tells the story of Jenna -- a waitress and expert pie maker, Jenna dreams of a way out...

Videos


The Children in Cincinnati The Children
Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati (1/30-2/21)
Rob Zombie & Marilyn Manson in Cincinnati Rob Zombie & Marilyn Manson
Blossom Music Center (9/02-9/02)
Salome in Cincinnati Salome
Cincinnati Music Hall (6/18-6/20)
MURDER FOR TWO in Cincinnati MURDER FOR TWO
The Carnegie (7/22-7/26)
The Lion King at Procter & Gamble Hall in Cincinnati The Lion King at Procter & Gamble Hall
Procter & Gamble Hall (6/10-7/05)
King Buffalo w/ L.A. Witch in Cincinnati King Buffalo w/ L.A. Witch
Woodward Theater (11/21-11/21)
Lalovavi in Cincinnati Lalovavi
Cincinnati Music Hall (7/09-7/11)
DEAR EVAN HANSEN in Cincinnati DEAR EVAN HANSEN
The Carnegie (6/19-6/28)
Orpheus and Euridice in Cincinnati Orpheus and Euridice
Cincinnati Music Hall (7/28-8/01)
LA CAGE AUX FOLLES in Cincinnati LA CAGE AUX FOLLES
The Carnegie (8/14-8/23)