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...
by Paul Batterson - June 02, 2026
What did our critic think of FLANNEL: A 90S MUSICAL at Shadowbox Live!?...
by Paul Batterson - June 01, 2026
What did our critic think of 1776 at Abbey Theater Of Dublin?...
by Paul Batterson - May 18, 2026
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...
by Paul Batterson - May 17, 2026
What did our critic think of PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE at Short North Stage?...
by Paul Batterson - April 30, 2026
What did our critic think of LIFE IN MOTION: A STORY TOLD THROUGH DANCE at Shadowbox Live!?...
by Paul Batterson - April 21, 2026
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 ...
by Steve Sucato - April 10, 2026
'Alexi Ratmansky’s 'Seven Sonatas' was a cut above anything I have seen from BalletMet in recent memory.'...
by Christina Mancuso - April 08, 2026
Originally conceived as an adaptation of the long‑running TV variety show Hee Haw, Shucked popped into the Ohio Theatre on Tuesday night packed with deliciously corny puns, ear-to-ear smiles, and rapid‑fire one‑liners. What begins as a wink‑and‑nod celebration of pun‑loving humor quickly...
by Paul Batterson - March 24, 2026
What did our critic think of SAMARA JOY at Southern Theatre? When people describe Samara Joy as an “American jazz singer,” they aren’t wrong. But they’re missing the point....
Past Shows
A Christmas Carol: Every man has the power to do good.Adapted by James HutchisonIn this fresh, fun, and lively adaptation of A Christmas Carol, you’ll...
In nineteenth century France, Jean Valjean is released from years of unjust imprisonment, but finds nothing in store for him but mistrust and mistreatment. He...
Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone...
In a magical kingdom beneath the sea, the beautiful young mermaid, Ariel, longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above....
Adapted from the iconic Nickelodeon series! SpongeBob, Patrick, Sandy, Squidward and all of Bikini Bottom face total annihilation until a most unexpected hero rises to...
Jonas world is perfect. Everything is under control and safe. There is no war or fear or pain. There are also no choices. Every person...
It's not only a joyful Christmas tale -- it's the gorgeous love story of George and Mary Bailey, a vivid portrait of the Greatest Generation,...
The jack-of-all trades, Bert, introduces us to England in 1910 and the troubled Banks family. Young Jane and Michael have sent many a nanny packing...
Videos
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The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show The Dinner Detective Columbus (6/20-6/20) |
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MTP Presents: Sister Act John, James and Clara Knight Stage (7/31-8/16) |
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Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street Weathervane Playhouse (6/11-6/20) PHOTOS VIDEOS |
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Anastasia Westerville Civic Theatre (7/16-7/19) |
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The Music Man Weathervane Playhouse (7/09-7/18) |
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Dirty Talk Shadowbox Lice (4/12-8/15) |
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Wicked Ohio Theatre (7/28-8/15) |
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La Cage Aux Folles Hilliard Civic and Cultural Arts Center (11/06-11/15) |
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The Fab Four: The Ultimate Tribute LIVE in Concert in Columbus, OH Hollywood Casino Columbus (8/21-8/21) |
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The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show The Dinner Detective Columbus (7/25-7/25) |
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