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Wright State Theatre Presents ARCADIA Next Month
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2023
Wright State Theatre will present Tom Stoppard's romantic play of ideas, ARCADIA at Wright State University's Creative Arts Center from February 3-12.
Winners Announced For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards
by BWW Awards - January 23, 2023
The winners have been announced for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards, honoring the best in regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2021 through September 30, 2022.
MadLab Theatre to Present SNOWVILLE CAFE and CARL FLUNT This Season
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2023
MadLab Theatre will present Snowville Cafe in February and Carl Flunt Would Protect You from Trucks in March.
Dublin Scioto High School's Theatre Course Performs Lovewell's EVERGLOW In The Show's U.S. Debut
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2023
The Lovewell Institute for the Creative Arts' 'Everglow'- first hitting the stage in mid-2017 in Sweden- reimagines the real-world story of the Radium Girls and the U.S. Radium Corporation back in 1917 as women were first employed in factories amidst World War 1 and the discovery of Radium.
Photos: First look at Little Theatre Off Broadway's RUMORS
by Jerri Shafer - January 19, 2023
Neil Simons’ farce in two acts; this play takes place on a quiet May evening at an upscale Victorian home in Palisades about twenty miles north of New York City where 4 couples are getting together for the 10th anniversary party of Charlie Brock, the Deputy Mayor of New York, and his wife, Myra. Watch as everything goes topsy-turvy from the start. Performances run Jan. 20 - Feb. 5, 2023 at Little Theatre Off Broadway, 3981 Broadway, Grove City, Ohio 43123. Order Reserved Seating Tickets at the link:https://www.showtix4u.com/event-details/66825
Review: THE PRICE OF POWER at Abbey Theater Of Dublin
by Paul Batterson - January 17, 2023
What did our critic think of THE PRICE OF POWER at Abbey Theater Of Dublin? As the director of THE PRICE OF POWER, Abbey Theater of Dublin director Joe Bishara is up against an interesting challenge. How does one present a show about John F. Kennedy, one of the most famous faces in the history of American politics?
Dublin Coffman High School Drama Club to Present CLUE: ONSTAGE (HIGH SCHOOL EDITION)
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2023
Dublin Coffman High School (DCHS) Drama Club brings a classic board game and motion picture to life with Clue: Onstage (High School Edition). Six guests assemble at remote Boddie Manor for a dinner party. When their host turns up dead, the guests must race to find the killer.
Photos: First look at MTVarts' A NIGHT OF ONE-ACTS
by Jerri Shafer - January 13, 2023
Join us at warehouse14 for an evening (or afternoon) of one-acts in our pop-up blackbox. Limited seating, tickets $7. Directed by Mary Elizabeth Harris and Christopher Hartman. Performances are Jan 13 & 14 7:30 pm, Jan 15 2:00 pm at Warehouse14, 14 East Ohio Ave, Mount Vernon, OH 43050.
Columbus Symphony Seeks Nominations For Music Educator Awards
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2023
The Columbus Symphony is currently accepting online nominations for their 26th annual Music Educator Awards, honoring individuals making a difference in our community through their dedication to music education and efforts to promote a greater understanding of and appreciation for music education. Four awards will be given to exemplary music educators in the categories of elementary, secondary, private/community-based, and lifetime achievement.
Interview: THE PRICE OF POWER at Abbey Theater
by Paul Batterson - January 06, 2023
What did our critic think of THE PRICE OF POWER at Abbey Theater?
Columbus Symphony's Masterworks Season Continues Into 2023
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2023
The Columbus Symphony's 2022-23 Masterworks Season continues into the new year, showcasing the best in orchestral music by composers including Brahms, Beethoven, Mozart, Mahler, Schubert and many more, as well as works that will be performed for the first time on the Ohio Theatre stage.
Photos: First look at Dublin Jerome High School Drama Club's STUDENT DIRECTED ONE ACTS
by Jerri Shafer - January 05, 2023
Plays by Jerrod Ward, Shivi Pallerla, Nick Hahn, Garth Wingfield, Trey Worthen and Thomas Terrell. This season's annual event features stories about an alien who visits a diner and stumbles on love, a hidden creature who snatches snacks, a support group who have a common unfortunate circumstance, strangers who meet in a waiting room, and a noir-style comedy about a detective reminiscing about one of his greatest cases ever! There is something for everyone in this evening of fast-paced entertainment! Performances run January 5, 6, & 7 @ 7pm at Dublin Jerome High School, 8300 Hyland-Croy Rd, Dublin, OH 43016, For tickets call 614-718-8263 or visit: https://www.showtix4u.com/event-details/69642
Abbey Theater of Dublin Presents the World Premiere of THE PRICE OF POWER This Month
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2023
The Abbey Theater of Dublin will present the world premiere production of the play 'The Price of Power,' written by Central Ohio playwright, author and retired Ohio Supreme Court Justice Herb Brown. Performances run January 13-22.
12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards; Abbey Theater of Dublin Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - December 19, 2022
The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
Feature: 2022 HOLIDAY SHOWS In Columbus
by Paul Batterson - December 19, 2022
I will proudly admit it. I don't like Christmas shows. I once videotaped HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS and purposely stopped taping right about the time the Grinch was about to dump the presents off the edge of Mount Crumpet. I empathize with Miles Finch and Mr. Potter more than I do with Buddy the Elf and George Bailey.
Abbey Theater of Dublin to Present World Premiere of THE PRICE OF POWER in January
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2022
The Abbey Theater of Dublin will present the world premiere production of the play 'The Price of Power,' written by Central Ohio playwright, author and retired Ohio Supreme Court Justice Herb Brown. The production will be performed in-person January 13-14 and 19-21 at 7 p.m.; January 15, 21 and 22 at 2 p.m.
Latest Stats Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards; at Abbey Theater of Dublin Leads Best Ensemble Performance!
by BWW - December 12, 2022
The latest standings as of Monday, December 12th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
Photos: First look at Hilliard Arts Council's A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by Jerri Shafer - December 09, 2022
A holiday tradition for over 25 years, the Hilliard Arts Council is producing its annual performances of A Christmas Carol. Adapted from the beloved classic story by Charles Dickens, this multi-generational production is the Hilliard Art Council’s annual charity event with all proceeds going to Hilliard Food Pantry and Firefighters for Kids. Enjoyed by people of all ages, A Christmas Carol is a true family event – with a 1 hour runtime, it’s a great theatrical experience even for young children. By Charles Dickens, Directed by Douglas J Williams. Performances run Friday at 7pm, Saturday at 2pm and 7pm, Sunday at 3:00pm, at Hilliard Civic and Cultural Arts Center, 5425 Center St, Hilliard, OH 43026. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit: https://www.hilliardartscouncil.org/
Photos: First look at Rise Up Art Alliance's A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by Jerri Shafer - December 08, 2022
Join us for this family friendly show performed by local elementary school students! Show is one hour long, so perfect for families and children's first introduction to theatre. By Charles Dickens. Performances are December 9th 7pm, 10th 2pm & 7pm, 11th 3pm, 2022, at Lancaster Masonic Lodge, 224 South High Street, Lancaster, OH 43130. Purchase tickets: https://www.riseupartsalliance.org/
Interview: ELF: THE MUSICAL at Palace Theater
by Paul Batterson - December 07, 2022
Most Christmas shows seem to follow a simple pattern: Someone doesn't have that festive spirit meets someone who does, a miracle happens, and the bah humbuger sees the joy in the holidays.
Photos: Inside Short North Stage's WHITE CHRISTMAS GALA
by Jerri Shafer - December 07, 2022
The holidays have always been a special time at Short North Stage and this year features a reimagined, heartwarming classic with Irving Berlin’s White Christmas. The Opening Night reception joined cast, crew, creatives, and patrons in a festive affair catered by Schmidt's. See one of your favorite holiday films come to life on stage with this fresh, beautiful new production with a professional cast of actors and dancers from Ohio, New York and beyond. It’s a perfect holiday gift! Running now until January 1st. Ticket availability is limited so get to www.cbusarts.com to get your tickets today.
Photos: First look at Worthington Community Theatre's THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER!
by Jerri Shafer - December 07, 2022
The Herdmans are the worst kids in the history of the world–so when they crash Sunday school and demand parts in the Christmas pageant, the whole town panics. There’s not supposed to be biting or cigar-smoking in Bethlehem, and while these kids have never even heard the Christmas story, they definitely have rewrites! Soon everyone is calling for reluctant director Grace Bradley to cancel the whole thing. It’s up to the Bradleys and the Reverend to help their community see the Christmas story and the Herdman kids through new eyes in this buoyant musical adaptation of the funny and touching holiday classic. Performances are December 8 - 10 @ 7:30 PM and December 10 - 11 @ 2:30 PM at McConnell Arts Center, 777 Evening St. Worthington, OH 4308. Tickets https://www.wctpresents.org/
HARRY POTTER AND THE HALF-BLOOD PRINCE IN CONCERT Comes To Ohio Theatre In February
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2022
The Harry Potter Film Concert Series returns to the Ohio Theatre with Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince in Concert, the sixth film in the Harry Potter series.
Latest Standings Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards; Short North Stage Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - December 05, 2022
The latest standings as of Monday, December 5th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
Photos: First look at Gallery Players' THE SECRET GARDEN
by Jerri Shafer - December 05, 2022
Orphaned while living in India, 10-year-old Mary Lennox returns to Yorkshire, England to live with her embittered, reclusive Uncle Archibald, whom she has never met. There, the ill-tempered and lonely Mary meets Martha, a chambermaid, who tells her of a secret garden which belonged to her aunt Lily before she died. Mary’s search for the garden introduces her to a slew of other characters and a spirited robin that seems to be trying to talk to her. Book and Lyrics by Marsha Norman, Music by Lucy Simon, Directed by Ross Shirley, Music Direction by Allan Finkelstein. Cast: Nadia Marshall, Ashley Winer, Jennifer Myers, Jay Rittberger, Amy Silver Judd, Michael Ruehrmund, Thor Collard, Nick van Atta, Michael Broadhurst, Molly Domanski, Deborah Brennan, Brady Brennan, Jacob Erney, Sonny Pierce, Dan Hildebrand, Alexa Rybinski, David Boley, Karen Sahlin, Lauren Bandman, Ajay Kumar, Madhavi Sudhir, Wendy Cohen, Laura Dachenbach. Performances run Dec. 3 - 18, 2022. Gallery Players, 1125 College Ave., Columbus, Ohio 43209. Please visit https://columbusjcc.org/the-secret-garden/ to get specific showtimes and purchase tickets.

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