Get theatre news and discounts for Columbus

Columbus Theatre Newsroom Page 143

Back to Main...
Drexel Theatre Offers State-of-the-Art Technology for the Hearing Impaired
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2013
Made possible by the recent conversion of all three movie theatres to digital audio and sound, the Drexel Theatre now offers the latest in closed captioning technology, the Sony entertainment access glasses. Only the second movie theatre inColumbus to offer this cutting edge service, the system uses holographic technology to project closed caption text on the lenses of the glasses. The text appears to float over the cinema screen picture at a comfortable viewing distance, allowing patrons to enjoy a movie as if it was subtitled with no eye fatigue.
BWW Reviews: Hilliard Arts Council's Ambitious LES MISERABLES Brings Broadway-Caliber Talent to Hilliard
by Lisa Norris - July 12, 2013
The Hilliard Arts Council (HAC) jumped at the chance to be the first community theater group in Central Ohio to present the fully staged, professional version of "Les Miserables", opening at Hilliard Darby High School on Friday, July 12th for an astoundingly short 3 performance run. While several area high schools have attempted smaller scale versions, particularly following the movie release which opened the story of "Les Miserable" to an even larger audience, to attempt to pull this show off takes guts. It's an incredibly ambitious production in its set, orchestral music, and vocal demands, and even the likes of Russell Crowe and Hugh Jackman have taken criticism for their performances being less than its expected Broadway icon caliber. Given that, it turns out that Jackman and Crowe could have taken a few notes from the folks over in good ol' Hilliard, Ohio, as the pipes on this cast are surprisingly wonderful.
MadLab Theatre Presents TODAY'S THE DAY: A TRIBUTE TO CHRIS LANE Tonight
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2013
In April of this year, MadLab Theatre lost one of its original and most original leaders when Chris Lane passed away. Now they honor Chris, the Actor, Director, Improviser Rock star, Teacher, and Friend, the only way they know how. And that's by putting on a show, 'Today's the Day: A Tribute to Chris Lane'.
Hilliard Arts Council Presents LES MISERABLES, Now thru 7/14
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2013
The Hilliard Arts Council will present Les Miserables for its annual summer musical today, July 12 and the 13th at 8pm and July 14 at 3pm at Hilliard Darby High School located at 4200 Leppert Rd. Although the student version of Les Mis has been performed at many area high schools, the Hilliard Arts Council is the first community theater in central Ohio to present the professional version fully staged.
Columbus Children's Theatre Presents THE WEDDING SINGER, Now thru 7/28
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2013
Columbus Children's Theatre will present The Wedding Singer today, July 11 - 28, 2013, with Music by Matthew Sklar, Book by Chad Beguelin and Tim Herlihy, Lyrics by Chad Beguelin and Based on the New Line Cinema film written by Tim Herlihy. This production will be directed by William Goldsmith with Music Direction by Tim Valentine.
BWW Interviews: Devil is in the Details of Otterbein's LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by Paul Batterson - July 09, 2013
The Devil has undergone many facelifts in pop culture. He's been a slick salesman (Mr. Applegate in DAMN YANKEES), a sleazy lawyer (John Milton in THE DEVIL'S ADVOCATE) and even a sexy female (BEDAZZLED).
Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at DATE ME, DO ME, DUMP ME
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2013
Jerry Springer meets Sex and the City in this sleek, sexy musical about being single and the hazards of dating.
Photo Flash: Barenaked Ladies, Ben Folds Five and Guster on the 'Last Summer on Earth' Tour
by Paul Batterson - July 08, 2013
The Last Summer on Earth tour, featuring the Barenaked Ladies, the Ben Folds Five and Guster, rolled into Lifestyle Communities Pavilion on July 5 in Columbus, Ohio. Check out the photos from the concert below!
Free Tours of the Ohio Theatre Offered During the 2013 CAPA Summer Movie Series, 7/20-8/17
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2013
As part of the 2013 Summer Movie Series, CAPA will offer a behind-the-scenes look at the historic Ohio Theatre with free, guided tours on Saturday, July 20; Saturday, August 3; and Saturday, August 17; at 4 pm each day.
DATE ME, DO ME, DUMP ME Comes to Columbus, 7/26
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2013
Jerry Springer meets Sex and the City in this sleek, sexy musical about being single and the hazards of dating.
BWW Interviews: New Players Theater's Contrasting Plays TAMING OF THE SHREW and HENRY IV, PART ONE
by Paul Batterson - July 08, 2013
Among its many assets, Columbus, Ohio has an abundance of college students, research facilities, and, according to Kate Tull, Shakespearean actors.
Columbus Children's Theatre to Present Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID JR., 8/7-18
by BWW News Desk - July 05, 2013
Columbus Children's Theatre will present Disney's The Little Mermaid, Jr. August 7-18, 2013 at the Park Street Theatre located at 512 N Park Street. The 2013 Youth Performance Company is comprised of students 10 - 15 years of age. This production is directed by Ryan Scarlata. Music by Alan Menken, Lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater, Book by Doug Wright, based on the Hans Christian Anderson Story and the Disney Film, Music adapted and Arranged by David Weinstein. This production is generously sponsored by kidslinked.com.
O.G. Productions Hosts 3rd Annual St. James Tavern Shorts Festival Tonight
by BWW News Desk - July 03, 2013
The 3rd Annual St. James Tavern Shorts Festival, presented by O.G. Productions at the St. James Tavern, 1057 N. 4th St., Columbus, OH, will be presented for one night only tonight, July 3, 2013 at 7 p.m. Admission is free. Featuring four short plays based around the theme of Boom and all set at the St. James Tavern: A Tale Oft Told by Christopher Lockheardt,Boom by Doug Powhida, This is Boombastia by Chris Morris, and We Read Together by Scott Tobin.
O.G. Productions Kicks Off 3rd Annual St. James Tavern Shorts Festival Today
by Ben Peltz - July 03, 2013
Four short plays based around the theme of Boom and all set at the St. James Tavern, A Tale Oft Told by Christopher Lockheardt, Boom by Doug Powhida, This is Boombastia by Chris Morris, and We Read Together by Scott Tobin
Katrina Rouge Productions to Debut DAY AND NIGHT at MadLab, 9/19-28
by BWW News Desk - July 02, 2013
For its inaugural production Katrina Rouge Productions will present the world premiere of Day and Night by local playwright Chris Morris. This play was given a staged reading in 2009 at MadLab Theatre here in Columbus Ohio, but this will be the first full production given to this work. Day and Night will be performed, at 8:00, Thursdays-Saturdays, September 19-21 and September 26-28 at MadLab, 227 N. 3rd St. Columbus, OH.
Photo Flash: Meet the Cast of Actors' Theatre of Columbus' TWELFTH NIGHT, Opening Tonight
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2013
Feel like a little time traveling? For its second Schiller Park production of the season, Actors' Theatre of Columbus is offering up Twelfth Night, set not in the 17th century, when it was written, but in the 1980s, nearly 400 years later. Check out a first look below!
MadLab Announces 2013 Young Writers Short Play Festival, 7/26
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2013
MadLab will present The Young Writers Short Play Festival, a collection of nine short plays written by Columbus area high school students. This year features plays from all women playwrights. MadLab is a non-profit organization that provides an artistic haven for the creation and experience of original works. Part of that effort involves giving young people the opportunity to create original works.
Popcorn Pops to Perform Popular Broadway Tunes in “Broadway for Kids,” 7/19
by Devin MacDonald - June 26, 2013
Conductor Albert-George Schram and the Columbus Symphony invite divas of all ages to come and enjoy the Nationwide Insurance Popcorn Pops Broadway for Kids concert on Friday, July 19, at the Columbus Commons. This year's series has a new time, with gates now opening at 5pm and the concert beginning at 7pm. Popcorn Pops blends the fun of the outdoor concert experience with the excitement of a live orchestra performance in this series especially designed for younger children aged 3-12 and their families.
O.G. Productions to Host 3rd Annual St. James Tavern Shorts Festival, 7/3
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2013
The 3rd Annual St. James Tavern Shorts Festival, presented by O.G. Productions at the St. James Tavern, 1057 N. 4th St., Columbus, OH, will be presented for one night only on July 3, 2013 at 7 p.m. Admission is free. Featuring four short plays based around the theme of Boom and all set at the St. James Tavern: A Tale Oft Told by Christopher Lockheardt,Boom by Doug Powhida, This is Boombastia by Chris Morris, and We Read Together by Scott Tobin.
STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek at CATCO's FORBIDDEN BROADWAY'S GREATEST HITS: VOL 1
by Christina Mancuso - June 25, 2013
CATCO presents Forbidden Broadway's Greatest Hits: Vol. 1 at Studio Three in the Vern Riffe Center, Columbus, Ohio, June 20-July 14, 2013 - A satirical send-up of Broadway musicals from Les Miz to Mamma Mia, Wicked to the Wizard of Oz. Nothing is sacred in this hit musical review. Check out a hilarious sneak peek below!
A Cappella, Acting, Fight Choreography, Improv and More Set for Shots in the Dark's 2013 Summer Classes
by BWW News Desk - June 23, 2013
Shots in the Dark is offering a wide variety of classes this summer. E-mail patrick@shotsinthedarkitc.com for more information or to register. Details below!
MadLab Theatre to Present TODAY'S THE DAY: A TRIBUTE TO CHRIS LANE, 7/12-13
by BWW News Desk - June 22, 2013
In April of this year, MadLab Theatre lost one of its original and most original leaders when Chris Lane passed away. Now they honor Chris, the Actor, Director, Improviser Rock star, Teacher, and Friend, the only way they know how. And that's by putting on a show, 'Today's the Day: A Tribute to Chris Lane'.
BWW Reviews: Allow Yourself to Experience One of Summer's Hottest Tickets- CATCO's FORBIDDEN BROADWAY'S GREATEST HITS: VOL 1
by Lisa Norris - June 22, 2013
I've often said that one of the best kept local theater secrets in Columbus can be found tucked away in the unobtrusive studios of the Vern Riffe Center downtown. CATCO's 'Forbidden Broadway's Greatest Hits: Vol. 1' might be the game changer though, because as soon as word gets out about this hilariously funny and exceptionally well cast production, there is really no chance that CATCO can be overlooked this summer.
BWW Reviews: New Players Theater Brings THE TAMING OF THE SHREW to Mill Run
by Lisa Norris - June 21, 2013
New Players Theater brought Shakespeare to life at the Mill Run Amphitheater with its summer series premiere of "The Taming of the Shrew" last night in a lovely outdoor space referred to as "the Island".
Diana Reyes, Ruben Blades & More Set for 2013 FESTIVAL LATINO
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2013
CAPA today announced the lineup of national acts which will be headlining the 2013 Festival Latino presented by Honda. The two-day, family-friendly, free event will be held Saturday and Sunday, August 10 and 11, from 11 am-8 pm each day, in Genoa Park downtown. A detailed schedule will be released on a later date, and will include the full lineup of Ohio-based Latino bands and dance companies that will also be featured at the 2013 Festival.

Videos


48 Hour Play Festival in Columbus 48 Hour Play Festival
Van Fleet Theater, Columbus Performing Arts Center (1/18 - 1/18)
Swan Lake: International Ballet Stars in Akron, OH! On February 15, 2026 in Columbus Swan Lake: International Ballet Stars in Akron, OH! On February 15, 2026
Akron Civic Theatre (2/15 - 2/15)
Lovesong in Columbus Lovesong
Shedd Stage, Columbus Performing Arts Center (3/26 - 3/29)
Sherlock Holmes and the First Baker Street Irregular in Columbus Sherlock Holmes and the First Baker Street Irregular
Shedd Stage, Columbus Performing Arts Center (5/7 - 5/17)
Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella in Columbus Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella
Fritsche Theatre at Cowan Hall (4/9 - 4/18)
The Anonymous Lover in Columbus The Anonymous Lover
Opera Columbus (2/13 - 2/15)
Hadestown (Non-Equity) in Columbus Hadestown (Non-Equity)
Ohio Theatre (5/15 - 5/17)
VIEW SHOWS  ADD A SHOW