Jackie Burns, Kristen Beth Williams and More to Lead DEATH BECOMES HER Tour
The full cast has been revealed for the first year of the multi-year North American Tour of Death Becomes Her, launching at Playhouse Square in Cleveland, OH this September.
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JAGGED LITTLE PILL: THE MUSICAL to Open Contemporary Theatre of Ohio's 2026-27 Season
The Contemporary Theatre of Ohio will present Jagged Little Pill: The Musical, the Tony-nominated Broadway hit featuring Alanis Morissette's songs, directed by Leda Hoffmann at the Vern Riffe Center in Columbus.
Review: MONET TO MATISSE: DEFYING TRADITION at Art Gallery Of South Australia
An experience that may possibly require more than one visit.
Photos: First Look At Hilliard Arts Council’s PIPPIN
Presented by Hilliard Arts Council as told by a traveling troupe of actors led by the cunning and charming Leading Player, Pippin is a story of a young prince, heir to the throne, who is searching for his own “Corner of the Sky”.
Photos: First look at New Albany Youth Theatre’s Disney’s DESCENDANTS: THE MUSICAL
Based on the popular Disney Channel Original Movies, Disney's Descendants: The Musical is a brand-new musical jam-packed with comedy, adventure, Disney characters, and hit songs from the films!
Photos: First look at MTVarts’ GREASE
With a hip-shaking rock ’n’ roll score featuring hits like “Summer Nights,” “Greased Lightnin’” and “We Go Together,” Grease celebrates Rydell High’s class of 1959 in all their duck-tailed, bobby-soxed, gum-snapping glory.
Photos: First look at Evolution Theatre Company’s BEING SEEN
Performances run July 9,10,11,16,17&18 at 7:30pm & July 12 at 2:00pm at The Shedd Stage in the Columbus Performing Arts Center, 549 Franklin Ave, Columbus, OH 43215.
GUYS & DOLLS to Open Renaissance Theatre's 2026-2027 Broadway Season
The Renaissance Theatre in Mansfield, Ohio, will open its Broadway Series with Guys & Dolls, directed by Artistic Director Michael Thomas, in the venue's newly renovated auditorium.
THE ADDAMS FAMILY MUSICAL: YOUNG@PART to Make Debut at Broadway2LA Acting Studio
Broadway2LA Acting Studio will present its first full-scale musical production, The Addams Family Musical: Young@Part, to be staged at the Avalon Theatre in Marysville, OH, with tickets starting at $8.
AMERICAN 250 SYMPHONY CONCERT to Feature Central Ohio Symphony Brass Quintet in Marysville
The John Eufinger Symphony Series will present the Central Ohio Symphony Brass Quintet at The Avalon Theatre in Marysville, Ohio, performing American music including Sousa marches, ragtime, and jazz as part of America's 250th birthday celebration.
Shadowbox Live to Open SCREAMERS Sketch Comedy and Music Experience
Shadowbox Live will present a nightmare-fueled sketch comedy and music production in Columbus, Ohio, with performances running through mid-November.
Christina Rose Hall and Aaron Kaburick Join BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Tour
Disney's Beauty and the Beast, the first North American touring production of the musical presented by Disney in over 25 years, will celebrate its one-year anniversary, and welcome new cast members.
Around The BroadwayWorld: Top News, Reviews, Interviews & More from June 2026
In this June 2026 edition, we're bringing you a fresh batch of standout reviews from stages across the country and beyond - from the world premiere of Gloria and Emily Estefan's Basura at Atlanta's Alliance Theatre to the riotous new comedy Iceboy!, starring Megan Mullally and Nick Offerman, at Chic
Previews: 35MM: A MUSICAL EXHIBITION at Abbey Theatre Of Dublin
Olivia Noel talks 35MM: A MUSICAL EXHIBITION at Abbey Theater of Dublin at the Abbey Theater (5600 Post Road in Dublin) at 7 p.
Full Cast Set For DIRTY DANCING: THE MUSICAL North American Tour
The full cast has been revealed for the North American Tour of Dirty Dancing: The Musical, a new stage production based on the beloved film Dirty Dancing.
FESTIVAL LATINO 2026 to Feature OKAN, Oro Sólido, and More at New Columbus Venue
CAPA announced the headliners for FESTIVAL LATINO 2026 presented by Honda, featuring OKAN, Mazizo Musical, Oro Sólido, and Jose Alberto 'El Canario' at Columbus Commons and the Ohio Theatre.
BroadwayWorld Unveils New Redesigned Website & On Demand TV Apps
Today marks a major milestone for BroadwayWorld.
Comedian Ron White to Perform Live On The Palace Theatre Stage
Comedian Ron White, affectionately known as “Tater Salad,” will perform live in the Palace Theatre.
Photos: Inside Mount Vernon Arts Consortium and Ariel-Foundation Park presented The Jayhawks
Up next, MVAC will present Graham Nash - Live on Tour 2026 at the Knox Memorial in Mount Vernon.
CAPA Receives $180,000 PNC Foundation Grant for Historic Theatre Centennials
The Columbus Association for the Performing Arts received a three-year, $180,000 PNC Foundation grant to fund free community programming celebrating the 100-year anniversaries of the Palace, Ohio, and Lincoln theatres.
WAITRESS Will Embark on 10th Anniversary North American Tour This Fall
The Waitress musical hits the road this fall! Celebrate its 10th anniversary with a North American tour hitting 40+ cities.
BYE BYE BIRDIE to Screen for Free at The Avalon Theatre
The Avalon Theatre in Marysville will screen the classic musical film BYE BYE BIRDIE as part of the Ohio Goes to the Movies Celebration, with free admission for families and classic movie fans.
MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL Launches 25th Anniversary North American Tour
MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL announced a multi-city anniversary tour celebrating 25 years since its debut in a 76-seat Orlando theater.
35MM: A Musical Exhibition to Open at Abbey Theater of Dublin
The Abbey Theater of Dublin will present 35MM – A Musical Exhibition, a multimedia show blending original songs with photography.
Photos: First look at Hilliard Arts Council’s TEEN REVUE 2026: MOVIE NIGHT
Grab your popcorn and settle in for Movie Night — a high-energy, feel-good musical celebration of the magic of the movies! The show follows a group of teenagers as they get together for a movie night.
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The Fab Four: The Ultimate Tribute LIVE in Concert in Columbus, OH Hollywood Casino Columbus (8/21-8/21) |
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To Die For Weathervane Playhouse (7/23-8/01) |
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Liverpool Legends "The Complete Beatles Experience!" Marathon Center for The Performing Arts (8/15-8/15) |
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The Jungle Book Kids Hilliard Civic and Cultural Arts Center (9/18-9/27) |
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La Cage Aux Folles Hilliard Civic and Cultural Arts Center (11/06-11/15) |
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The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show The Dinner Detective Columbus (8/22-8/22) |
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Screamers: A Nightmare-Fueled Sketch Comedy and Music Experience Shadowbox Live (9/20-11/14) |
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Beetlejuice Ohio Theatre (4/16-4/18) |
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Avalon Productions Presents… 13: The Musical The Avalon Theatre (7/31-8/02) |
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Caamp Value City Arena at The Schottenstein Center (8/29-8/29) |