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THE PRICE IS RIGHT LIVE Is Coming To The Palace Theatre On October 26
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2023
The Palace Theatre in Columbus will play host to The Price is Right Live stage show on Thursday, October 26 at 7:30 pm.
Justin Hayward To Play The Southern Theatre in October
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2023
Justin Hayward, best known as the singer, guitarist, and songwriter for British rock act the Moody Blues, will perform live in concert at the Southern Theatre on Friday, Oct. 20. Hayward's solo acoustic shows feature songs from The Moody Blues catalog as well as from his solo career.
JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Comes to Columbus in October
by BWW News Desk - August 11, 2023
Following critically acclaimed, sold-out engagements in the UK, the reimagined 50th Anniversary tour of Jesus Christ Superstar will come to Columbus October 3-8. In Columbus, Jesus Christ Superstar will play the Ohio Theatre Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 7:30 pm, Friday at 8 pm, Saturday at 2 pm and 8 pm, and Sunday at 1 pm and 6:30 pm.
Chelcie Lynn Comes To The Davidson Theatre in October
by BWW News Desk - August 10, 2023
Chelcie Lynn will bring her “2 Fingers and a 12 Pack” Tour to the Riffe Center's Davidson Theatre on Sunday, Oct. 8.
Photos: First look at Abbey Theater of Dublin's GREASE
by Jerri Shafer - August 09, 2023
Grease is the word! Meet the senior class of 1959 at Rydell High and watch Head “greaser” Danny Zuko and new (good) girl Sandy Dumbrowski try to relive the high romance of their “Summer Nights” as the rest of the gang sings and dances its way through such songs as “Greased Lightnin’,” “It’s Raining on Prom Night,” “Alone at the Drive-In Movie”.
Photos: First look at New Herring Productions' A BEHANDING IN SPOKANE
by Jerri Shafer - August 08, 2023
A Behanding in Spokane is a hilariously funny, dark comedy about Carmichael, a lone-fisted oddball, searching for his missing hand, and two bickering love birds trying to sell him a stolen knockoff. But when Mervyn, the hotel clerk, interrupts the deal, the transaction rapidly goes South and descends into laugh-out-loud chaos. Performances run Aug 10 - 26, 2023, at MadLab, 227 N 3rd Street, Columbus, Ohio. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit https://www.redherringtheater.org/
B - THE UNDERWATER BUBBLE SHOW Comes to the Davidson Theatre in November
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2023
Following your dreams and allowing your inner child to take over for a while is the premise of B-The Underwater Bubble Show, performing at the Davidson Theatre on November 11 for two shows, at 2 and 5 pm.
Capa Presents 'The Real Housewives' Luann de Lesseps Star At Southern Theatre
by BWW News Desk - August 02, 2023
Original The Real Housewives of New York City star Countess Luann de Lesseps will perform her cabaret show at the Southern Theatre, 21 E. Main St., on Thursday, September 21, at 7:30 pm. Enjoy her hit songs 'Money Can't Buy You Class,' 'Chic C'est La Vie,' 'Girl Code,' and many more live in person.
ELF In Concert Comes To The Palace Theatre December 9
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2023
The spirit of the holidays is coming to Columbus in a big way! This holiday season, CineConcerts and Warner Bros. Discovery Global Themed Entertainment, in partnership with Innovation Arts and Entertainment and CAPA, are bringing Elf in Concert to the Palace Theatre on Saturday, December 9.
Review: DISNEY'S FROZEN at Ohio Theatre
by Paul Batterson - July 29, 2023
What did our critic think of DISNEY'S FROZEN at Ohio Theatre? Utilizing dynamic performances, a new cache of songs, and some of that good ol’ Mouse-powered magic, DISNEY’S FROZEN keeps the audience, both young and old, engaged with the two-act musical.
Festival Latino Returns to Downtown's Genoa Park
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2023
The largest Latin event in Ohio and marking its 26th year in 2023—is a two-day, free, family-friendly event celebrating family and community. Produced by CAPA, Festival Latino 2023 will be held at Genoa Park on Saturday and Sunday, August 12 and 13, from 11 am to 8 pm daily.
Photos: First Look At THE LITTLE MERMAID At The Victoria Players Children's Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2023
The Victoria Players Children's Theatre will take audiences to mysterious fathoms below July 27-30 when it performs The Little Mermaid at Liberty Union High School in Baltimore. See photos from the production!
Photos: First Look At Westerville Civic Theatre's Production Of Lionel Bart's OLIVER!
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2023
Consider yourself at home with Lionel Bart's classic musical based on the Charles Dickens novel, Oliver Twist. The Tony and Olivier Award-winning show is one of the few musicals to win an Academy Award for Best Picture and is widely hailed as a true theatrical masterpiece by actors and audience members alike. See photos from the production!
Columbus Symphony, Columbus Recreation And Parks Department Offer Five Free Community Concerts
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2023
The Columbus Symphony and Columbus Recreation and Parks Department are excited to present five free community concerts for Columbus residents to enjoy the first week of August. These Columbus Symphony Community Concerts, now in their third year, feature the entire orchestra performing family-friendly music, ranging from symphonic to pop and movie hits everyone will know and love.
WHAT I DIDN'T SAY: A JOURNEY THROUGH PARKINSON'S Comes to Columbus in August
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2023
What I Didn't Say: A Journey Through Parkinson's by Matthew Moore and directed by Matt Hermiz, will play Boxland Media in the Worthington Commerce Center.
Photos: First look at Imagine Productions' PIPPIN
by Jerri Shafer - July 21, 2023
With an infectiously unforgettable score from four-time Grammy winner, three-time Oscar winner and musical theatre giant, Stephen Schwartz, Pippin is the story of one young man's journey to be extraordinary. Winner of four 2013 Tony Awards including Best Musical Revival, this updated circus-inspired version of Pippin continues to captivate and appeal to the young at heart throughout the world. Performances run July 21, 22, 28, 29, @ 7pm and July 23, 30, @ 2pm at District West, 145 N 5th St., Columbus, Ohio 43125.. For tickets or more information, visit: https://www.imaginecolumbus.org/
Photos: First look at Evolution Theatre Company's ONE SHOW TWO PLAYS
by Jerri Shafer - July 20, 2023
Spice up your summer with the world’s most forbidden topics - Politics and Religion as Evolution Theatre Company presents One Show Two Plays.
Photos: First look at Ohio University Lancaster Theatre Department's INTO THE WOODS
by Jerri Shafer - July 19, 2023
'Into the Woods' is a musical with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by James Lapine. The musical intertwines the plots of several Brothers Grimm and Charles Perrault fairy tales, exploring the consequences of the characters’ wishes and quests. The main characters are taken from “Little Red Riding Hood“, “Jack and the Beanstalk”, “Rapunzel”, and “Cinderella”, as well as several others. The musical is tied together by a story involving a childless baker and his wife and their quest to begin a family, their interaction with a witch who has cursed them, and their journey into the woods. Performances are July 23 & August 3 - 6, 2023 at the Wagner Theatre | Brasee Hall, Ohio University Lancaster, 1570 Granville Pike Lancaster, OH 43130. For tickets or more information, visit: https://www.ohio.edu/lancaster/current-students/theatre/upcoming-shows
Interview: FROZEN at Ohio Theatre
by Paul Batterson - July 18, 2023
FROZEN arrives in Columbus for a run of shows from July 26 to Aug. 6 at the Ohio Theatre (39 E. State Street in downtown Columbus).
Photos: First look at Worthington Community Theatre's TUCK EVERLASTING
by Jerri Shafer - July 18, 2023
Worthington Community Theatre wants to know - what would you do if you had all eternity? Eleven-year-old Winnie Foster yearns for a life of adventure beyond her white picket fence, but not until she becomes unexpectedly entwined with the Tuck Family does she get more than she could have imagined. When Winnie learns of the magic behind the Tuck’s unending youth, she must fight to protect their secret from those who would do anything for a chance at eternal life. As her adventure unfolds, Winnie faces an extraordinary choice: return to her life, or continue with the Tucks on their infinite journey. Performances are July 21, 22, & 28 29 @ 7:30PM and July 23 & 30 @ 2:30PM McConnell Arts Center, 777 Evening St. Worthington, OH 43085. For Tickets https://www.mcconnellarts.org/worthington-community-theatre-presents-tuck-everlasting/
Opera Columbus Highlights Administrative Talent With New Staff Roles
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2023
Opera Columbus announced the promotion of two staff members into new roles and welcomed a new member to the team this month. A resident company of the Columbus Association for the Performing Arts (CAPA), the creation of two new positions within the organization signifies tremendous growth for the opera company. 
Photos: Actors' Theatre Presents LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST, July 20 - August 13
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2023
Actors' Theatre presents Love's Labour's Lost by William Shakespeare, directed by Rowan Winterwood, running July 20 - August 13, 2023 at Schiller Park Amphitheatre. See phtoos of the cast.
Review: BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Garden Theatre
by Paul Batterson - July 16, 2023
What did our critic think of BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Garden Theatre? Thanks to an amazing catalog of songs, a powerhouse cast and the tight orchestration, the musical, which closes July 30 , is one of the “can’t be missed” shows this summer.
Photos: First Look at Hilliard Arts Council's MARY POPPINS
by Jerri Shafer - July 13, 2023
One of the most popular Disney movies of all time is capturing hearts as a practically perfect musical! Based on the books by P.L. Travers and the classic Walt Disney film, Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s Mary Poppins delighted Broadway audiences for over 2,500 performances and received nominations for nine Olivier and seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical.Check out photos of the cast in action!
Photos: First Look at MTVarts' SISTER ACT
by Jerri Shafer - July 08, 2023
Sister Act will run July 8 - 16, 2023, at The Woodward Opera House. Check out photos here!

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