Celebrate The Holiday Season With CAPA; Seasonal Offerings Begin This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2024
CAPA extends an invitation to spend part of the holiday season inside one of its beautifully restored Downtown Columbus theatres.
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2024
CAPA extends an invitation to spend part of the holiday season inside one of its beautifully restored Downtown Columbus theatres.
A CHRISTMAS STORY Will Screen at The McCoy Center
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2024
The McCoy Center will host a free screening of the holiday-season favorite A Christmas Story. Learn more about the film and find out how to attend the screening here!
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2024
The McCoy Center will host a free screening of the holiday-season favorite A Christmas Story. Learn more about the film and find out how to attend the screening here!
Photos: First look at The Puppet Queers HOT MESS
by Jerri Shafer - November 25, 2024
Puppet Queers return to Club Diversity with naughty, queer lyrics to showtunes and pop songs. Cast: Ross Shirley, Don Knoblauch, Beth Kattelman, Stewart Bender, Denae Sullivan, Dee Shepherd, Stephen Hanna. Performances are 7:30 pm - November 24 - 27, 2024, at Club Diversity, 863 South High St. Columbus OH, 614-224-4050.
by Jerri Shafer - November 25, 2024
Puppet Queers return to Club Diversity with naughty, queer lyrics to showtunes and pop songs. Cast: Ross Shirley, Don Knoblauch, Beth Kattelman, Stewart Bender, Denae Sullivan, Dee Shepherd, Stephen Hanna. Performances are 7:30 pm - November 24 - 27, 2024, at Club Diversity, 863 South High St. Columbus OH, 614-224-4050.
Photos: THE FUNNY THING ABOUT A PANIC ATTACK at Boxland Theatre
by Jerri Shafer - November 23, 2024
Columbus-born author and performer Ben Kassoy brings poems from his spectacularly original book to life in The Funny Thing About A Panic Attack, a poetry and dance solo show. Check out photos here!
by Jerri Shafer - November 23, 2024
Columbus-born author and performer Ben Kassoy brings poems from his spectacularly original book to life in The Funny Thing About A Panic Attack, a poetry and dance solo show. Check out photos here!
Photos: First look at New Albany High School Theatre’s A CHORUS LINE - Teen Edition!
by Jerri Shafer - November 22, 2024
A Chorus Line: Teen Edition is a full-length version of the Pulitzer Prize-winning musical, adapted for performance by high school students with family audiences. It is a stunning concept musical capturing the spirit and tension of a Broadway ensemble audition.
by Jerri Shafer - November 22, 2024
A Chorus Line: Teen Edition is a full-length version of the Pulitzer Prize-winning musical, adapted for performance by high school students with family audiences. It is a stunning concept musical capturing the spirit and tension of a Broadway ensemble audition.
Howie Mandel Will Perform at the McCoy Center
by BWW News Desk - November 22, 2024
The McCoy Center for the Arts will host comedian Howie Mandel this February. Learn more about the upcoming event and find out more about how to get tickets here!
by BWW News Desk - November 22, 2024
The McCoy Center for the Arts will host comedian Howie Mandel this February. Learn more about the upcoming event and find out more about how to get tickets here!
Photos: First look at Dublin Jerome High School's JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH JR
by Jerri Shafer - November 21, 2024
Based on one of Roald Dahl's most poignantly quirky stories, Roald Dahl's James and the Giant Peach JR. is a brand new take on this 'masterpeach' of a tale. Featuring a wickedly tuneful score and a witty and charming book, this adventurous musical about courage and self-discovery is destined to be a classic.
by Jerri Shafer - November 21, 2024
Based on one of Roald Dahl's most poignantly quirky stories, Roald Dahl's James and the Giant Peach JR. is a brand new take on this 'masterpeach' of a tale. Featuring a wickedly tuneful score and a witty and charming book, this adventurous musical about courage and self-discovery is destined to be a classic.
STOMP to Return to the Palace Theatre in Columbus This Spring
by BWW News Desk - November 20, 2024
STOMP, the international percussion sensation, will return to Columbus for four performances only this spring. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - November 20, 2024
STOMP, the international percussion sensation, will return to Columbus for four performances only this spring. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
BalletMet Expands Downtown Footprint with Completion of Studio and Performance Space Renovations
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2024
After a multiyear renovation period, BalletMet has completed extensive renovations and an expansion to their downtown studios and performance space on Mount Vernon Avenue.
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2024
After a multiyear renovation period, BalletMet has completed extensive renovations and an expansion to their downtown studios and performance space on Mount Vernon Avenue.
Review: DAVE MATTHEWS BAND at Nationwide Arena
by Paul Batterson - November 17, 2024
As it is with the Dead, watching the interactions among the audience was almost as interesting as watching the show
by Paul Batterson - November 17, 2024
As it is with the Dead, watching the interactions among the audience was almost as interesting as watching the show
Review: JON LAMPEY at Lincoln Theatre
by Paul Batterson - November 17, 2024
his Nov. 15 sold-out performance at the 588-seat Lincoln Theater was a mixture of a jazz concert and a church service (with a really good selection of communion wine).
by Paul Batterson - November 17, 2024
his Nov. 15 sold-out performance at the 588-seat Lincoln Theater was a mixture of a jazz concert and a church service (with a really good selection of communion wine).
CAPA Presents EXPERIENCE HENDRIX At The Palace Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2024
Experience the legendary music of Jimi Hendrix live at the Palace Theatre on March 12, 2025, featuring renowned musicians celebrating his iconic legacy.
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2024
Experience the legendary music of Jimi Hendrix live at the Palace Theatre on March 12, 2025, featuring renowned musicians celebrating his iconic legacy.
Photos: First look at Rise Up Art Alliance’s A STAR TREK CHRISTMAS
by Jerri Shafer - November 14, 2024
The story… StarFleet has assigned Captain Kirk and crew to holiday surveillance duty of the class M mining planet, Borz 5 in remote Sector 11- Santa’s sole supply of coalamite in the galaxy. All is calm, all is bright as the StarShip Enterprise maintains standard orbit until the Klingons show up with a scheme to get their names off the naughty list and destroy the coalamite supply. Will the Klingons stop Santa’s magical ride? Can Kirk, Spock, McCoy and crew save Christmas?
by Jerri Shafer - November 14, 2024
The story… StarFleet has assigned Captain Kirk and crew to holiday surveillance duty of the class M mining planet, Borz 5 in remote Sector 11- Santa’s sole supply of coalamite in the galaxy. All is calm, all is bright as the StarShip Enterprise maintains standard orbit until the Klingons show up with a scheme to get their names off the naughty list and destroy the coalamite supply. Will the Klingons stop Santa’s magical ride? Can Kirk, Spock, McCoy and crew save Christmas?
KIMBERLY AKIMBO to Make Columbus Premiere at the Ohio Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2024
Broadway in Columbus will present the Columbus premiere of KIMBERLY AKIMBO, winner of five 2023 Tony Awards including BEST MUSICAL, for eight shows in June. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2024
Broadway in Columbus will present the Columbus premiere of KIMBERLY AKIMBO, winner of five 2023 Tony Awards including BEST MUSICAL, for eight shows in June. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: First look at King Avenue Players’ SEUSSICAL
by Jerri Shafer - November 13, 2024
Hear ye! Hear ye! From the smallest of the small, To the tallest of the tall, Come old and young, Come one and all To our show this Fall! King Avenue Players proudly presents 'Seussical' based on the works of Dr. Suess. This family-friendly celebration of all things 'Seuss' will delight your ears and your eyes and warm your hearts as we bring to life some of the most cherished works of the beloved Dr. Seuss!
by Jerri Shafer - November 13, 2024
Hear ye! Hear ye! From the smallest of the small, To the tallest of the tall, Come old and young, Come one and all To our show this Fall! King Avenue Players proudly presents 'Seussical' based on the works of Dr. Suess. This family-friendly celebration of all things 'Seuss' will delight your ears and your eyes and warm your hearts as we bring to life some of the most cherished works of the beloved Dr. Seuss!
IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE & More to Screen at The Avalon Theatre This Holiday Season
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2024
The Avalon Theatre will present a diverse lineup of holiday films, including IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE and more, starting on Black Friday. Enjoy classic and modern favorites with the whole family. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2024
The Avalon Theatre will present a diverse lineup of holiday films, including IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE and more, starting on Black Friday. Enjoy classic and modern favorites with the whole family. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Cellist Jeffrey Zeigler, Steel Pannist Andy Akiho Join ProMusica For December Concerts
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2024
ProMusica Chamber Orchestra will welcome cellist Jeffrey Zeigler and steel pannist Andy Akiho for their Dec. 14-15 concert series at the Southern Theatre, Akiho & Beethoven.
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2024
ProMusica Chamber Orchestra will welcome cellist Jeffrey Zeigler and steel pannist Andy Akiho for their Dec. 14-15 concert series at the Southern Theatre, Akiho & Beethoven.
THE IRISH COMEDY TOUR Comes to Columbus in March
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2024
The Irish Comedy Tour, which takes the party atmosphere of a Dublin pub and combines it with a boisterous, belly-laugh band of hooligans, will come to Columbus in March.
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2024
The Irish Comedy Tour, which takes the party atmosphere of a Dublin pub and combines it with a boisterous, belly-laugh band of hooligans, will come to Columbus in March.
Wright State Theatre Brings THE APPLE TREE to Herbst Studio Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - November 09, 2024
THE APPLE TREE will play Herbst Studio Theatre from November 15 – November 24. The show is comprised of three musical miniatures: “The Diary of Adam and Eve”, “The Lady or the Tiger?”, and “Passionella.”
by Blair Ingenthron - November 09, 2024
THE APPLE TREE will play Herbst Studio Theatre from November 15 – November 24. The show is comprised of three musical miniatures: “The Diary of Adam and Eve”, “The Lady or the Tiger?”, and “Passionella.”
Photos: First look at Imagine Productions’ HEAD OVER HEELS
by Jerri Shafer - November 08, 2024
HEAD OVER HEELS is the bold new musical comedy from the visionaries that rocked Broadway with Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Avenue Q and Spring Awakening. This laugh-out-loud love story is set to the music of the iconic 1980’s all-female rock band the Go-Go’s, including the hit songs, “We Got the Beat,” “Our Lips Are Sealed,” “Vacation,” Belinda Carlisle’s “Heaven is a Place on Earth,” and “Mad About You.”
by Jerri Shafer - November 08, 2024
HEAD OVER HEELS is the bold new musical comedy from the visionaries that rocked Broadway with Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Avenue Q and Spring Awakening. This laugh-out-loud love story is set to the music of the iconic 1980’s all-female rock band the Go-Go’s, including the hit songs, “We Got the Beat,” “Our Lips Are Sealed,” “Vacation,” Belinda Carlisle’s “Heaven is a Place on Earth,” and “Mad About You.”
Jazz On The Mezz Will Bring An Intimate Evening Of Jazz To The Lincoln Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2024
The Lincoln Theatre Association will present Jazz on the Mezz, an intimate evening of jazz on the theatre's Mezzanine level above the Cardinal Health Ballroom next month.
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2024
The Lincoln Theatre Association will present Jazz on the Mezz, an intimate evening of jazz on the theatre's Mezzanine level above the Cardinal Health Ballroom next month.
Photos: First look at Little Theatre Off Broadway’s CLUE
by Jerri Shafer - November 07, 2024
On a dark and stormy night, six strangers receive mysterious invitations to Boddy Manor. Each guest is given an alias. As they gather for dinner, they discover they’ve all fallen victim to the same blackmailer. The stakes are high: pay double the extortion money or kill the innocent butler. What follows is a madcap evening of murder, mystery, and laughs as they try to unravel the identity of the culprit among them.
by Jerri Shafer - November 07, 2024
On a dark and stormy night, six strangers receive mysterious invitations to Boddy Manor. Each guest is given an alias. As they gather for dinner, they discover they’ve all fallen victim to the same blackmailer. The stakes are high: pay double the extortion money or kill the innocent butler. What follows is a madcap evening of murder, mystery, and laughs as they try to unravel the identity of the culprit among them.
Interview: Jon Lampley of LATE NIGHT WITH STEPHEN COLBERT at Lincoln Theatre
by Paul Batterson - November 07, 2024
This is the first time I’m able to perform music that is fully mine. I've written all the music and came up with the concept for it, and I'm really excited to share that with the Columbus community.
by Paul Batterson - November 07, 2024
This is the first time I’m able to perform music that is fully mine. I've written all the music and came up with the concept for it, and I'm really excited to share that with the Columbus community.
Columbus Jazz Orchestra to Welcome Guest Vocalist Denzal Sinclaire for HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS
by BWW News Desk - November 01, 2024
The Columbus Jazz Orchestra will ring in the holiday season with vocalist extraordinaire Denzal Sinclaire at Home for the Holidays. Led by Bandleader Byron Stripling, the orchestra and Sinclaire will bring holiday favorites to the Southern Theatre stage for five performances. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - November 01, 2024
The Columbus Jazz Orchestra will ring in the holiday season with vocalist extraordinaire Denzal Sinclaire at Home for the Holidays. Led by Bandleader Byron Stripling, the orchestra and Sinclaire will bring holiday favorites to the Southern Theatre stage for five performances. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: First look at Hilliard Arts Council’s SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD
by Jerri Shafer - November 01, 2024
Songs for a New World is a musical by Jason Robert Brown (Parade, The Last Five Years) that blends elements of pop, gospel, and jazz. It is structured as a series of songs, each telling a unique story about pivotal moments in the characters’ lives. The musical explores themes of love, hope, decision-making, and the human experience. In the composer’s words: “It’s about one moment. It’s about hitting the wall and having to make a choice, or take a stand, or turn around and go back.”
by Jerri Shafer - November 01, 2024
Songs for a New World is a musical by Jason Robert Brown (Parade, The Last Five Years) that blends elements of pop, gospel, and jazz. It is structured as a series of songs, each telling a unique story about pivotal moments in the characters’ lives. The musical explores themes of love, hope, decision-making, and the human experience. In the composer’s words: “It’s about one moment. It’s about hitting the wall and having to make a choice, or take a stand, or turn around and go back.”
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A Christmas Carol
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The Anonymous Lover
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Lovesong
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Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella
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