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Battle of the Books takes the stage in a thrilling new production about competition, friendship, and the power of stories. Follow Harper and Amelia as their intense rivalry for the Mount Vernon Battle of the Books begins to spiral out of control until stress, grief, and...
BalletMet continues its 49th season with Marilyn, a full-length ballet celebrating the life and legacy of Marilyn Monroe. The production features an original score by Shannon Rugani and choreography by Dani Rowe. BalletMet is partnering with Ronald McDonald House Charities this...
My Hero Academia in Concert is a live music experience celebrating the 10th anniversary of the beloved superhero anime series, presented at the Palace Theatre on October 25, 2026. A world-class live ensemble performs composer Yuki Hayashi's score in sync with the series' most...
An immersive psychological horror experience transforming the historic Avalon Theatre with dark corridors, shifting spaces, and forgotten 1920s-inspired rooms. Participants are stalked by restless spirits of old Hollywood. This 13+ experience runs from 6:30-10 p.m. with reserved...
Sitar maestro Niladri Kumaar, hailed as a maverick musician, composer, and Indian Music Icon, brings his Space Between the Notes tour to the Southern Theatre. The tour honors the musical bond between Kumaar and the late Zakir Hussain, whose sitar-tabla duo was one of the most...
CAPA hosts comedian Paula Poundstone, known for her smart, observational humor and spontaneous wit. Poundstone regularly plays theaters across the country, hosts the weekly comedy podcast Nobody Listens to Paula Poundstone, and is a regular panelist on NPR's Wait, Wait... Don't...
Ladies is a dark comedy about family, mortality, and what it means to be a lady, written and directed by Lisa Naso, a UCB alum. The play follows a mother and her two grown daughters as they attempt to leave the house for a funeral on time without killing each other. The cast...
This isn’t your grandmother’s Austen! Bold, surprising, boisterous and timely, this Pride and Prejudice for a new era explores the absurdities and thrills of finding your perfect (or imperfect) match in life. The outspoken Lizzy Bennet is determined to never marry, despite...
A Halloween finale screening with a live shadowcast performance by The Lucky Banisters. Costumes are encouraged, and participation and prop bags will be available at the theatre.
ProMusica Chamber Orchestra continues its 48th season with a program featuring works by Bach, Pärt, and Beethoven. Concertmaster Katherine McLin and Creative Partner & Principal Guest Artist Vadim Gluzman will perform as soloists in Pärt's Tabula Rasa, marking the first time the...
Inside a one-room apartment in the heart of Seoul, Oliver lives a happily quiet life listening to jazz records and caring for his favorite plant. But what else is there to do when you’re a Helperbot 3, a robot that has long been retired and considered obsolete? When his fellow...
CAPA and Opera Columbus present the professional regional debut of this vibrant reimagining of Gilbert and Sullivan's beloved operetta, relocated to New Orleans with a jazz- and blues-infused soundscape, Caribbean rhythms, and French Quarter flair. The cast features Columbus...
Ridley Scott's cult classic Blade Runner is presented on a vast HD screen while Vangelis's iconic synthesizer-led score is performed live in sync with the film by The Avex Ensemble. The film is shown in its 2007 Final Cut edition. Set in a dystopian future, former police officer...
America’s premiere interactive comedy true-crime mystery experience is now playing! Solve a hilarious mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you...
Emmy-winning comedian and The Daily Show host Michael Kosta brings his Big Dad Energy tour to Columbus. Kosta is known for his numerous late-night appearances on The Tonight Show, Conan, Seth Meyers, and @midnight, as well as his one-hour Comedy Central stand-up special Michael...
CAPA presents a tribute to the music and legacy of Ray Charles, hosted by legendary bandleader Paul Shaffer, in celebration of the Palace Theatre's 100th birthday. The concert is produced by Gregg Field and features Patti Austin, Aloe Blacc, Blessing Offor, Lisa Fischer, and...
Face your fears—if you dare. Through sharp sketches and electrifying rock performances, Screamers proves that a jumpscare and a punchline are two sides of the same thrilling coin. Prepare for a night of adrenaline, joy, and genre-shifting entertainment that only Shadowbox Live...
Shadowbox Live presents a nightmare-fueled sketch comedy and music production running from August through November. The show kicks off on Thursday, August 20 at 7:00 p.m. and continues through Saturday, November 14.
La Cage Aux Folles Presented by the Hilliard Arts Council "La Cage aux Folles" is a musical that tells the story of Georges, a gay nightclub owner, and his partner Albin, a drag performer, as they navigate family dynamics and societal expectations when their son plans to marry a...
A music tribute to Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath presented as a spooky season show. The performance blends theatrical elements with live music celebrating the iconic rock legacy of Osbourne and Black Sabbath.
Shadowbox Live (SBX) will present a music tribute to Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath this fall at its theater in the Brewery District. Speak of the Devil will open on Thursday, Sept. 10, at 7:00 p.m. and continue through Sunday, Nov. 15. More than a traditional music tribute...
Four-time Grammy Award-nominated jazz/R&B saxophonist Boney James returns to Columbus in support of his latest Concord Records album, Slow Burn. James's career spans more than three decades, with four GRAMMY nominations, three NAACP Image Award nominations, and a Soul Train...
America’s premiere interactive comedy true-crime mystery experience is now playing! Solve a hilarious mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you...
Comedian Ron White, affectionately known as Tater Salad, performs live at the Palace Theatre. Catapulted into the limelight as the cigar-wielding, scotch-savoring humorist who rose to fame through the Blue Collar Comedy Tour alongside Jeff Foxworthy, Bill Engvall, and Larry the...
Ordinary Woman is a new musical drama featuring the music of Grammy winner Sheryl Crow. Created locally, the world premiere brings together actors, singers, BalletMet dancers and a live on-stage quintet. The production is presented by BalletMet, CAPA and European producer ODD...
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Battle of the Books Riffe Center Studio 2 (9/25-10/18) |
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Dinner Detective Columbus- Halloween Event! Embassy Suites Columbus (10/24-10/24) |
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Rock of Ages Fritsche Theatre at Cowan Hall (11/19-11/22) |
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Into The Woods Fritsche Theatre at Cowan Hall (4/15-4/24) |
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Wicked Ohio Theatre (7/28-8/15) |
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Curtains: The Musical Fritsche Theatre at Cowan Hall (9/24-10/03) |
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Dinner Detective Columbus Embassy Suites Columbus (12/05-12/05) |
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Operation Mincemeat Ohio Theatre (1/05-1/10) |
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Beetlejuice Ohio Theatre (4/16-4/18) |
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Disney's Beauty and the Beast Ohio Theatre (1/30-2/07) |
