What did our critic think of PIPPIN at Short North Stage? Production director Edward Carignan said PIPPIN is a “legacy” show – a performance that can be pulled out of the vault, dusted off, and re-released every five years or so. SNS last did this Stephen Schwartz musical (a personal favorite …
Perhaps the biggest change was the audience. In the 1980s, AC/DC was the rebellious band parents warned their children about. Now, the band is the spectacle parents bring their children to experience. It was a little unnerving to hear a mother asking, “Timmy, would you like a cookie?” before the…
An experience that may possibly require more than one visit.…
Based on Sara Gruen’s beloved 1932 novel - and its 2011 film adaptation, WATER FOR ELEPHANTS is a technical triumph wrapped around a dramatically uneven musical. Directed by Tony Award nominee Jessica Stone (Kimberly Akimbo), with book by three-time Tony nominee Rick Elice (Jersey Boys, Peter an…
What did our critic think of FLANNEL: A 90S MUSICAL at Shadowbox Live!?…
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HADESTOWN will always have a special place in the heart of Ohio Theatre patrons. On Nov. 16, 2021, the musical was the first production in the historic theatre after the COVID epidemic dimmed the lights there for nearly a year and a half. The theatre staff laid roses on every seat to signal Broadw…
What did our critic think of PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE at Short North Stage?…
What did our critic think of LIFE IN MOTION: A STORY TOLD THROUGH DANCE at Shadowbox Live!?…
That’s both the draw and the danger of Jim Steinman’s music. While it comes with a built-in 50-and-over audience, jukebox musicals run the danger of relying on nostalgia, being underperformed by its actors, and/or having a paper thin plot. BAT OUT OF HELL avoided two of those three pitfalls. As …
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Hadestown comes to the Ohio Theatre from May 15-17, 2026. This celebrated musical, created by Anaïs Mitchell and directed by Rachel Chavkin, intertwines the love stories of Orpheus and Eurydice with that of Hades and Persephone, set against a backdrop of modern American folk and...
Zarna Garg, a rising star in stand-up comedy and a proud Indian immigrant mom, brings her latest show, Million Dollar Excuses, to the Southern Theatre on March 12, 2026. With a unique blend of humor and social commentary, Zarna has captivated audiences globally, building a large...
The Sound of Music, directed by Jack O'Brien, will be performed at the Ohio Theatre from February 24 to March 1, 2026. This North American tour celebrates the 65th anniversary of the musical’s original stage debut, showcasing the timeless story of Maria and the von Trapp family...
Cameron Mackintosh's acclaimed production of Les Misérables returns to Columbus for a limited engagement from January 27 to February 1, 2026, at the Ohio Theatre. This Tony Award-winning musical, based on Victor Hugo's novel, weaves a powerful tale of love, sacrifice, and...
SIX is a groundbreaking musical that reimagines the stories of the six wives of Henry VIII as they take the stage in a high-energy pop concert format. From Tudor Queens to modern-day icons, these women remix their historical heartbreak into an empowering celebration of girl...
CAPA Community Creates presents a new program designed for adults to explore their creativity through the performing arts. The Songwriting session, led by Columbus-based artist Christina 'Chrissy T' Turner, will take place from December 7 to December 10. Participants will engage...
Ninja Kidz, the popular YouTube stars, bring their first-ever live stage show to the Palace Theatre on November 15, 2025. Siblings Bryton, Ashton, Paxton, and Payton lead audiences through an action-packed adventure filled with audience participation, physical challenges, and...
Audition Preparation offers adults an opportunity to enhance their skills for theater auditions. Participants will learn how to effectively find, select, and prepare materials while addressing performance anxiety and developing practice strategies. Led by Krista Lively Stauffer...
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD, based on the original story by J.K. Rowling, Jack Thorne, and John Tiffany, opens at the Ohio Theatre on October 12, 2025, and runs through October 26. This six-time Tony Award-winning production brings the iconic wizarding world to life...
Dance and Movement is part of CAPA Community Creates, a free program designed for adults to explore the performing arts. Led by interdisciplinary performance artist Elizabeth Sugawara, this session invites participants to engage in accessible movement activities while discussing...
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Beetlejuice Ohio Theatre (4/16-4/18) |
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Screamers: A Nightmare-Fueled Sketch Comedy and Music Experience Shadowbox Live (9/20-11/14) |
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Wicked Ohio Theatre (7/28-8/15) |
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The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show The Dinner Detective Columbus (9/12-9/12) |
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The Sunshine Boys Curtain Players Theatre (9/12-9/27) |
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Sombr Nationwide Arena (11/08-11/08) |
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La Cage Aux Folles Hilliard Civic and Cultural Arts Center (11/06-11/15) |
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Speak of the Devil: Shadows and Sounds of Ozzy and Black Sabbath Shadowbox Live (9/10-11/15) |
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Caamp Value City Arena at The Schottenstein Center (8/29-8/29) |
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Hell's Kitchen Ohio Theatre (6/15-6/20) |
