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Review: DEATH BECOMES HER at Ohio Theatre

Review: DEATH BECOMES HER at Ohio Theatre

by Paul Batterson · October 7, 2026

DEATH BECOMES HER, which runs Oct. 7 through Oct. 11 at the Ohio Theatre, is the rare production that not only captures the magic of the 1992 original film, but expands on the characters Meryl Streep, Goldie Hawn and Bruce Willis created. Its cast is amazing, the script is as funny (or in some scene…

Review: CAAMP at Schottenstein Center

Review: CAAMP at Schottenstein Center

by Paul Batterson · August 31, 2026

“Cheers, Columbus. I don’t have to give an elaborate speech about how we got here. Most of you know how we got here. You are the reason how we got here.' Taylor Meier…

Review: PIPPIN at Short North Stage

Review: PIPPIN at Short North Stage

by Paul Batterson · August 10, 2026

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 …

Review: AC/DC POWER UP TOUR at Ohio Stadium

Review: AC/DC POWER UP TOUR at Ohio Stadium

by Paul Batterson · July 17, 2026

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…

Review: WATER FOR ELEPHANTS at Ohio Theatre - A Spectacle in Search of a Soul

Review: WATER FOR ELEPHANTS at Ohio Theatre - A Spectacle in Search of a Soul

by Christina Mancuso · June 10, 2026

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…

Past Shows

Finding Christmas - Vaud-Villities 2019 Holiday Show

Finding Christmas - Vaud-Villities 2019 Holiday Show

Dec 6 – Dec 8, 2019

"Finding Christmas", written and directed by Cabot Rea, addresses the distracting stresses and challenges in our lives while reminding us of the meaning and joys of Christmas. Join us for an uplifting, delightful song and dance revue Friday, December 6, 2019 to Sunday, December...

Kiss Me, Kate - starring Cabot Rea & directed by Bill Goldsmith

Kiss Me, Kate - starring Cabot Rea & directed by Bill Goldsmith

Sep 13 – Sep 22, 2019

In Kiss Me, Kate, egotistical producer, director and leading man Fred Graham (played by Cabot Rea) is reunited with his ex-wife Lilli Vanessi to play opposite one another in a new musical adaptation of Shakespeare's Taming of the Shrew. A stormy battle of the sexes ensues on and...

The Magic of Music - Vaud-Villities 77th Annual Spring Show

The Magic of Music - Vaud-Villities 77th Annual Spring Show

Apr 4 – Apr 7, 2019

Vaud-Villities, the country's longest-running song and dance spectacular, is proud to present its 77th annual spring show - The Magic of Music. Join us for a fun-filled afternoon or evening of energetic entertainment that will magically transport you to the Land of Oz...

Making Spirits Bright! Vaud-Villities 2018 Holiday Show

Making Spirits Bright! Vaud-Villities 2018 Holiday Show

Dec 7 – Dec 9, 2018

When Grandchildren visit Grandpa on Christmas Eve, imagination and memories mix to fuel a song and dance spectacular featuring a variety of holiday favorites from days of yore to the present day. Don't miss the 2018 Vaud-Villities Holiday Show that will most certainly be Making...

The Fantasticks (starring Cabot Rea & Cassie Rea)

FeaturedThe Fantasticks (starring Cabot Rea & Cassie Rea)

Sep 7 – Sep 16, 2018

Local celebrity Cabot Rea's daughter Cassie returns from NYC to team up with her father in NPAC's production of this classic musical. The Fantasticks reminds us of the near-magical ability of humans to address challenges, transcend, and translate them into personal and...

Vaud-Villities Presents

Vaud-Villities Presents

Apr 19 – Apr 22, 2018

Vaud-Villities is excited to present its 76th annual spring show, BLUE SKIES! Taking everyone’s favorite topic - the weather - as an inspiration, BLUE SKIES will thrill and delight audiences of all ages. From the sweeping charm of "Singin’ In The Rain" to the Beatles’ classic...

My Fair Lady (starring Cabot Rea)

My Fair Lady (starring Cabot Rea)

Sep 15 – Sep 24, 2017

Northland Performing Arts Center (NPAC) is producing My Fair Lady (starring celebrity Cabot Rea) in conjunction with Vaud-Villities and Imagine Productions. In what is frequently called "the perfect musical", the power of education transcends discrimination and class privilege...

Vaud-Villities - Diamond Jubilee

Vaud-Villities - Diamond Jubilee

Apr 20 – Apr 23, 2017

Vaud-Villities is the "longest running show in North America"! The 75th annual spring show will showcase local talent featuring song (solo, ensemble, and chorus), dance (tap, modern, clogging, ballet, etc.) and comedy. The show offers a broad range of genres including Broadway...

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Shadowbox Live (11/19-12/26)
The Phantom of the Opera in Columbus The Phantom of the Opera
Ohio Theatre (5/12-5/23)
Rock of Ages in Columbus Rock of Ages
Fritsche Theatre at Cowan Hall (11/19-11/22)
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