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Festival Latino Returns to Downtown's Genoa Park in August
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2024
Festival Latino—the largest Latin event in Ohio and marking its 27th year in 2024—is a two-day, free, family-friendly event celebrating family and community.
Review: BEN PLATT AND BRANDY CLARK at Mershon Auditorium
by Paul Batterson - July 05, 2024
What did our critic think of BEN PLATT AND BRANDY CLARK at Mershon Auditorium?
The Avalon Theatre to Present Comedians, Movies & More in July
by BWW News Desk - July 03, 2024
Enjoy a cool July at The Avalon Theatre with a lineup of comedians, movies, and fundraisers. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: First look at MTVarts' FOOTLOOSE: THE MUSICAL
by Jerri Shafer - July 03, 2024
When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, he is prepared for the inevitable adjustment period at his new high school. But he’s not prepared for the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing instituted by the local preacher, who is determined to exercise control over the town’s youth.
Interview: LEGALLY BLONDE: THE MUSICAL at Garden Theater
by Paul Batterson - June 30, 2024
“It has such a great message. It's a very layered show. There’s this kind of ‘Barbie Girl Power’ aspect of it -- women can do anything. People are more than what you just think we are by our looks or all other preconceived notions.” Director Dionysia Williams Velazco
The Avalon Theatre to Present First Annual Christmas in July Fundraiser
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2024
Celebrate the season twice a year with The Avalon Theatre's First Annual Christmas in July fundraiser on July 27th. Learn how to attend!
Craig Ferguson To Return To Columbus With PANTS ON FIRE Tour in November
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2024
Craig Ferguson brings his 'Pants on Fire' comedy tour to Columbus. Learn more about the tour and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: First look at Rise Up Art Alliance's PIRATES 2: THE HIDDEN TREASURE
by Jerri Shafer - June 26, 2024
ARRRR! Our favorite rascally pirates are back at work, seeking adventure and treasure on the high seas! But a mighty storm rolls in and the pirates find themselves shipwrecked on a deserted island – or is it? Will the King of the High “C's” have a plan to save the day? Through the course of their musical adventures, they discover that real treasure is something they have plenty of ... friendship and family. Performances are Friday June 28, 7pm, Saturday June 29, 7pm, & Sunday June 30, 4pm, at Mt. Pleasant Elementary School, 712 N. Broad Street, Lancaster, OH 43130. Purchase tickets: https://www.riseupartsalliance.org/pirates-2
Photos: Inside AFP and MVAC'S SUMMER KICKOFF WITH THUNDERSTRUCK
by Jerri Shafer - June 24, 2024
Ariel-Foundation Park and Mount Vernon Arts Consortium presented Thunderstruck - an AC/DC Tribute band on Saturday, June 22, 2024. Thunderstruck gives fans so much more than the sound of AC/DC, they truly capture the high voltage energy and experience! It’s about a contagious kind of power and electricity that few AC/DC tribute bands can provide. Several food trucks and beverage options were available as the audience enjoyed the ultimate summer kickoff event! Next up for MTVarts will be Footloose, the Musical from July 6th thru the 14th at The Woodward Opera House. For more information, visit: https://www.mvac.org/footloose
Andy Grammar Acoustic Tour to Play McCoy Center in September
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2024
Emmy Award winner and acclaimed multi-platinum singer/songwriter Andy Grammer will bring his headlining fall tour, Greater Than: A One Man Show, to the McCoy Center for the Arts. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Violinist Joshua Bell To Perform At The McCoy Center For The Arts
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2024
Renowned violinist Joshua Bell will perform at the McCoy Center for the Arts. Learn when you can see the performance and learn how to purchase ticket.
Photos: First look at Evolution Theatre Company's JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
by Jerri Shafer - June 20, 2024
Told entirely through song with the help of a main character Narrator, the musical follows preferred son Joseph. After being sold into slavery by his brothers, he ingratiates himself with Egyptian noble Potiphar, but ends up in jail after refusing the amorous advances of Potiphar’s wife. While imprisoned, Joseph discovers his ability to interpret dreams, and he soon finds himself in front of the mighty but troubled, Elvis-inspired, Pharaoh. Joseph’s solution to Egypt’s famine elevates him to Pharaoh’s right-hand man and reunites him with his family.   
Review: EVOLUTIONARIES at Shadowbox Live
by Paul Batterson - June 18, 2024
Under the direction of Julie Klein, the theater troupe weaves together the divergent catalogue of the two icons with a variety of singers and styles, multimedia presentations, and the storytelling of Michelle Daniels.
Photos: First Look At FINDING NEMO, JR. At Victoria Players Children's Theater
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2024
See photos of the talented kids of Victoria Players Children's Theater in their production of Finding Nemo Jr.
Stella Cole Returns to the Avalon Theatre This Month
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2024
Stella Cole transport is back on Sunday, June 23 with her concert at The Avalon Theatre.
Review: THE LION KING at Ohio Theatre
by Paul Batterson - June 16, 2024
While at times THE LION KING seems like a note for note repetition of the movie, what pushes the musical into new territory is the costume design, a stellar group of actors, and of course, an empowering soundtrack.
Photos: First look at Little Theatre Off Broadway's BIG FISH
by Jerri Shafer - June 13, 2024
A new musical - An Adventure as BIG as Life Itself! Big Fish revolves around the relationship between Edward Bloom, a travelling salesman, and his adult son Will. The story shifts between two timelines. In the I’m present-day real world, sixty-year-old Edward Bloom faces his mortality while his son, Will, prepares to become a father himself.
BalletMet Appoints Remi Wörtmeyer as New Artistic Director
by BWW News Desk - June 13, 2024
BalletMet has named Remi Wörtmeyer as their new artistic director. Learn more about Wörtmeyer and about the company.
Review: THE TEMPTATIONS AND THE FOUR TOPS at McCoy Center For The Arts
by Paul Batterson - June 13, 2024
Two questions almost immediately sprang up when people were told that the Temptations and the Four Tops were performing June 11 at the Jeanne B. McCoy Center for the Arts in New Albany. People asked, Those two groups are still around? and How many of the original members are left?
Photos: First look at Michael's Madness Production's VIEW FROM A SMALL PLANET
by Jerri Shafer - June 12, 2024
View from A Small Planet answers the questions, 'Who is William Dampier and what does he have to do with Mr. Eastman, a fourth-grade school teacher, and his mission to redeem his kids. His is a story of redemption, atonement, healing and hope. Performances run June 13 - 30, 2024, Thur-Sat @ 8pm and Sunday @ 2pm, at MadLab, 227 N 3rd Street, Columbus, Ohio. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit https://newherring.org/upcoming-shows
COLD CASE LIVE Brings Real-Life Crime Solving To Lincoln Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2024
Experience a live crime-solving event at the Lincoln Theatre with COLD CASE LIVE, where audiences can engage in real-life investigative techniques and help solve cold cases.
Theron Brown Trio To Perform at The Avalon Theatre This Month
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2024
Theron Brown Trio to perform at The Avalon Theatre on June 15. Learn how to purchase tickets.
World Premiere of AN UMBRELLA ON A RAINY, RAINY DAY Comes to Abbey Theater Of Dublin
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2024
The Abbey Theater of Dublin will present the world premiere production of 'An Umbrella on a Rainy, Rainy Day,' written by local Playwright Robert Cooperman.
CAPA Reveals Winners of 2024 CAPA Marquee Awards
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2024
The Columbus Association for the Performing Arts (CAPA) announced the winners in all 13 categories of the 2024 CAPA Marquee Awards presented by American Electric Power Foundation at its annual student showcase, held June 6 at the Ohio Theatre.
Photos: First Look At Hilliard Arts Council's SEASONS OF LOVE: TEEN REVUE
by Patrick Doss - June 06, 2024
Seasons of Love features songs, choreography, and monologue scenes from favorite works featuring high school student actors. Songs include favorites such as Let Your Freak Flag Fly (from Shrek, the Musical) and Seasons of Love (from Rent).

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