Review: Short North Stage's COME FROM AWAY at Garden Theatre
by Paul Batterson - January 25, 2026
What did our critic think of SHORT NORTH STAGE'S COME FROM AWAY at Garden Theatre?
by Paul Batterson - January 25, 2026
What did our critic think of SHORT NORTH STAGE'S COME FROM AWAY at Garden Theatre?
Review: THE CALL at The Shedd Theater
by Paul Batterson - January 24, 2026
What did our critic think of THE CALL at The Shedd Theater?
by Paul Batterson - January 24, 2026
What did our critic think of THE CALL at The Shedd Theater?
Ken Ludwig’s DEAR JACK, DEAR LOUIS to be Presented at Avalon Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2026
Avalon Productions is inviting audiences to fall in love with a story born of paper, ink, and unwavering hope this winter. Ken Ludwig's Dear Jack, Dear Louis is a tender and often comical romantic drama set during World War II.
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2026
Avalon Productions is inviting audiences to fall in love with a story born of paper, ink, and unwavering hope this winter. Ken Ludwig's Dear Jack, Dear Louis is a tender and often comical romantic drama set during World War II.
Photos: First look at The Tipping Point Theatre Co’s STICK FLY
by Jerri Shafer - January 22, 2026
The Tipping Point Theatre CBUS presents Lydia R. Diamond’s Stick Fly, a powerful play that explores family, identity, privilege, and bias with humor, depth and honesty.
by Jerri Shafer - January 22, 2026
The Tipping Point Theatre CBUS presents Lydia R. Diamond’s Stick Fly, a powerful play that explores family, identity, privilege, and bias with humor, depth and honesty.
Lincoln Theatre Unveils Winter 2026 Backstage At The Lincoln Schedule
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2026
Lincoln Theatre will present a lineup of local performers in early 2026 as part of its ongoing Backstage at the Lincoln concert series. The series offers audiences the opportunity to experience performances from seats onstage, providing an alternative perspective within the venue’s Egyptian Revival–style interior.
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2026
Lincoln Theatre will present a lineup of local performers in early 2026 as part of its ongoing Backstage at the Lincoln concert series. The series offers audiences the opportunity to experience performances from seats onstage, providing an alternative perspective within the venue’s Egyptian Revival–style interior.
LEATHER AND LACE: A MUSIC TRIBUTE TO THE WOMEN OF ROCK Comes to Shadowbox Live
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2026
Shadowbox Live (SBX) will continue its 2026 season with Leather and Lace: A Music Tribute to the Women of Rock. Last performed in 2021, the popular production returns bigger and better with 8 new songs and 5 new artists that were not previously in the show.
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2026
Shadowbox Live (SBX) will continue its 2026 season with Leather and Lace: A Music Tribute to the Women of Rock. Last performed in 2021, the popular production returns bigger and better with 8 new songs and 5 new artists that were not previously in the show.
Interview: Adam Williams And Kristin Kelleher of COME FROM AWAY at Short North Stage
by Paul Batterson - January 20, 2026
As a flight attendant years after the Sept. 11 attacks, Adam Williams used to think it was a minor inconvenience every time his plane was diverted to Gander, Newfoundland, and Labrador because of a storm in New York City.
by Paul Batterson - January 20, 2026
As a flight attendant years after the Sept. 11 attacks, Adam Williams used to think it was a minor inconvenience every time his plane was diverted to Gander, Newfoundland, and Labrador because of a storm in New York City.
JAJA’S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING To Play The Contemporary Theatre Of Ohio
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2026
Jaja’s African Hair Braiding will be presented by The Contemporary Theatre of Ohio as part of its current season. The Tony-nominated play by Jocelyn Bioh follows a group of West African immigrant hair braiders navigating work, community, and identity in Harlem.
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2026
Jaja’s African Hair Braiding will be presented by The Contemporary Theatre of Ohio as part of its current season. The Tony-nominated play by Jocelyn Bioh follows a group of West African immigrant hair braiders navigating work, community, and identity in Harlem.
Opera Columbus Returns to the Palace Theatre with Valentine’s Day Opera
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2026
Opera Columbus’ season will continue with the Columbus premiere of The Anonymous Lover at the Palace Theatre on February 13 and 15, 2026, just in time for Valentine’s Day weekend.
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2026
Opera Columbus’ season will continue with the Columbus premiere of The Anonymous Lover at the Palace Theatre on February 13 and 15, 2026, just in time for Valentine’s Day weekend.
Interview: Francesca DiFrancesco of THE CALL at Shedd Stage
by Paul Batterson - January 16, 2026
Columbus-based playwright Francesca DiFrancesco latest work, THE CALL, was sparked during a visit to Disney World’s “Country Bear Jamboree.”
by Paul Batterson - January 16, 2026
Columbus-based playwright Francesca DiFrancesco latest work, THE CALL, was sparked during a visit to Disney World’s “Country Bear Jamboree.”
GREASE and ENCANTO Sing-Alongs To Screen For Free In February At McCoy Center
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2026
The McCoy Center will present free screenings of Grease and Encanto as sing-along events this February. These family-friendly screenings offer a unique opportunity for community engagement through the beloved classics.
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2026
The McCoy Center will present free screenings of Grease and Encanto as sing-along events this February. These family-friendly screenings offer a unique opportunity for community engagement through the beloved classics.
Previews: 2026 SCHEDULE OF SHOWS at The Abbey Theater Of Dublin
by Paul Batterson - January 15, 2026
As he enters his sixth season with the Abbey Theater of Dublin, director Joe Bishara is overseeing a lineup of shows that brings elementary school students, high school and college-aged performers, and senior citizens to the stage.
by Paul Batterson - January 15, 2026
As he enters his sixth season with the Abbey Theater of Dublin, director Joe Bishara is overseeing a lineup of shows that brings elementary school students, high school and college-aged performers, and senior citizens to the stage.
Photos: First look at Little Theatre Off Broadway’s ON GOLDEN POND
by Jerri Shafer - January 15, 2026
Norman and Ethel Thayer, an aging couple, return to their vacation home on Golden Pond for the 48th summer. Norman, nearing eighty and showing signs of dementia, is challenged by his failing memory, while Ethel, ten years younger, embraces the small joys of their long life together. Their daughter, Chelsea, her fiancé, and his teenage child arrive, sparking a complex dynamic between generations and a renewed sense of connection.
by Jerri Shafer - January 15, 2026
Norman and Ethel Thayer, an aging couple, return to their vacation home on Golden Pond for the 48th summer. Norman, nearing eighty and showing signs of dementia, is challenged by his failing memory, while Ethel, ten years younger, embraces the small joys of their long life together. Their daughter, Chelsea, her fiancé, and his teenage child arrive, sparking a complex dynamic between generations and a renewed sense of connection.
Winners Announced For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards
by BWW Awards - January 14, 2026
Winners have been announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
by BWW Awards - January 14, 2026
Winners have been announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
BalletMet to Stage PETER PAN at Ohio Theatre This February
by Stephi Wild - January 12, 2026
BalletMet’s 2025-2026 season will continue with the premiere of Peter Pan, a new two-act ballet choreographed by internationally acclaimed choreographer Trey McIntyre.
by Stephi Wild - January 12, 2026
BalletMet’s 2025-2026 season will continue with the premiere of Peter Pan, a new two-act ballet choreographed by internationally acclaimed choreographer Trey McIntyre.
Applications Now Open for Shadowbox Live’s Free After-School Program for Teens
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 09, 2026
Shadowbox Live is now accepting applications for its eight-day after-school program, Studio 8. The program will allow high school students to work with professional artists to learn about eight disciplines of performance and production arts.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 09, 2026
Shadowbox Live is now accepting applications for its eight-day after-school program, Studio 8. The program will allow high school students to work with professional artists to learn about eight disciplines of performance and production arts.
Applications Now Open For Shadowbox Live’s Free After-School Program for Teens
by Stephi Wild - January 09, 2026
Shadowbox Live is accepting applications for its eight-day after-school program, Studio 8. The program will allow high school students to work with professional artists to learn about eight disciplines of performance and production arts.
by Stephi Wild - January 09, 2026
Shadowbox Live is accepting applications for its eight-day after-school program, Studio 8. The program will allow high school students to work with professional artists to learn about eight disciplines of performance and production arts.
Lucy Darling to Bring Touring Show VIVA to Columbus
by A.A. Cristi - January 08, 2026
Lucy Darling, the stage persona created by performer Carisa Hendrix, will bring her touring show VIVA to Columbus. CAPA will present the production at the Southern Theatre as part of the show’s national tour.
by A.A. Cristi - January 08, 2026
Lucy Darling, the stage persona created by performer Carisa Hendrix, will bring her touring show VIVA to Columbus. CAPA will present the production at the Southern Theatre as part of the show’s national tour.
ADLIB: Avalon Does Live Improv is Coming to The Avalon Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 08, 2026
Laughter takes center stage this winter as The Avalon Theatre, in partnership with The Lucky Banisters, launches an all-new live comedy event: ADLIB - Avalon Does Live Improv B_______ [each month featuring a new 'b' word].
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 08, 2026
Laughter takes center stage this winter as The Avalon Theatre, in partnership with The Lucky Banisters, launches an all-new live comedy event: ADLIB - Avalon Does Live Improv B_______ [each month featuring a new 'b' word].
Columbus Symphony Seeks Nominations For 2026 Music Educator Awards
by A.A. Cristi - January 07, 2026
The Columbus Symphony is currently accepting online nominations for its annual Music Educator Awards, honoring individuals making a difference in our community through their dedication to music education and efforts to promote a greater understanding of and appreciation for music education.
by A.A. Cristi - January 07, 2026
The Columbus Symphony is currently accepting online nominations for its annual Music Educator Awards, honoring individuals making a difference in our community through their dedication to music education and efforts to promote a greater understanding of and appreciation for music education.
Review: BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL at Ohio Theatre
by Paul Batterson - January 07, 2026
Comedian John Mulaney has famously raised a few uncomfortable questions about BACK TO THE FUTURE — why a teenager is best friends with a decades-older nuclear scientist, why no one uses a time machine for anything meaningful, and why the story hinges on Marty nearly romancing his own mother.
by Paul Batterson - January 07, 2026
Comedian John Mulaney has famously raised a few uncomfortable questions about BACK TO THE FUTURE — why a teenager is best friends with a decades-older nuclear scientist, why no one uses a time machine for anything meaningful, and why the story hinges on Marty nearly romancing his own mother.
THE GREAT GATSBY National Tour Reveals Full Cast
by Stephi Wild - January 07, 2026
Full casting has been announced for the North American Tour of THE GREAT GATSBY, a new musical. The tour will begin performances in Baltimore, MD at The Hippodrome Theatre on January 31, 2026. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - January 07, 2026
Full casting has been announced for the North American Tour of THE GREAT GATSBY, a new musical. The tour will begin performances in Baltimore, MD at The Hippodrome Theatre on January 31, 2026. Learn more here!
SNOW WHITE and More to Screen at The Avalon Theatre in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 06, 2026
January 2026 at The Avalon Theatre will feature A Month of Firsts-a celebration of the films that changed cinema. This month, The Avalon Theatre invites audiences to step back in time.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 06, 2026
January 2026 at The Avalon Theatre will feature A Month of Firsts-a celebration of the films that changed cinema. This month, The Avalon Theatre invites audiences to step back in time.
Shadowbox Live to Present BANGERS: THE BEST SKETCH COMEDY AND MUSIC OF 2025 to Launch 38th Season
by A.A. Cristi - January 05, 2026
Shadowbox Live (SBX) will kick off the new year and its 2026 season with Bangers, a compilation of the best sketch comedy and music selections from its 2025 season.
by A.A. Cristi - January 05, 2026
Shadowbox Live (SBX) will kick off the new year and its 2026 season with Bangers, a compilation of the best sketch comedy and music selections from its 2025 season.
Interview: Robert Cooperman of STAGE RIGHT THEATRICS SHORT PLAY FESTIVAL at Abbey Theatre Of Dublin
by Paul Batterson - January 04, 2026
As he gears up for the Stage Right Theatrics Short Play Festival, director Robert Cooperman doesn’t have to look far to see how far the 10th annual event has come.
by Paul Batterson - January 04, 2026
As he gears up for the Stage Right Theatrics Short Play Festival, director Robert Cooperman doesn’t have to look far to see how far the 10th annual event has come.
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The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show
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All My Sons
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