Dayton Theatre Newsroom

Coming up on May 4th is the Ohio Theatre Lima's very first Stand Up Comedy Night featuring six comedians from Fort Wayne on the Stage Door Canteen Cabaret Stage. Join Host Ken Carlson, Kay Banks, Stephen Hinkle, Stacey Stark, Jared Scott and headliner Cam Cooper for a night of great comedy!

What I am about to share with you is an experience that I hope all theatre-goers in the Dayton area get to experience at some point in their lives. You hope that the next play or musical you attend will provide the entertainment or the emotional journey that all audiences crave.

Direct from her throne at Broadway's SIX The Musical, Brittney Mack brings her solo concert 'Putting on the Britt' to The Avalon Theatre! Her reign began with her breakout role as the original Anna of Cleves in Broadway's SIX the Musical, and now she's ready to dazzle audiences in Union County with a royally exciting performance.

The season features five productions, combining fresh and favorite works, all showcased in the unique style of The Human Race Theatre Company.  Learn more about the lineup here!

Let’s face it, the world of theatre, at times, can be misogynistic. Even though we joke about the multitude of gay men that are involved in theatre, that does not mean it is exempt from the repercussions of “the patriarchy”. As a gay man myself, I understand this problem all too well, but here in Dayton, we have luckily had some incredibly impactful pieces that were not only led by women, but speak upon the experiences of womanhood.

Experience the magic of Puccini's TOSCA, presented by the Dayton Performing Arts Alliance.

Sinclair Theatre's FREE EXPRESSIONS SERIES presents 'A Super Happy Story About Feeling Super Sad', a musical addressing depression and suicide, directed by Gina Neuerer.

Take Two Productions is set to stage the regional premiere of the hit musical comedy, THE PROM, directed by Gary Long.

The Human Race Theatre Company will present Peerless. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

 The Canton Museum of Art will invite all local families to attend their upcoming 'Art & Tech Fusion' FREE Family Fun Day on Saturday, May 11th from 10:00am to 2:00pm

Beck Center for the Arts has announced Diversity Celebration 2024, full of powerful and vibrant arts programming for all members of the community. Performers highlight the talents and skills of many local artists.

Mike Birbiglia is bringing his PLEASE STOP THE RIDE tour to the Victoria Theatre on Friday, November 22, 2024 at 7 p.m.

Experience the life and music of legendary artist Tina Turner at the Schuster Center. TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL runs from April 9-14, 2024.

Beck Center for the Arts’ Youth Theater 75th Anniversary Fundraiser, themed, “There’s No Place Like Beck Center” will look back at Beck Center’s Youth Theater program, the longest running program of its kind in the United States.

Pete Davidson is bringing his Prehab Tour to the Schuster Center on July 13, 2024. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Dayton Live has revealed the lineup for the Broadway in Dayton 2024-2025 Season!  The season kicks off this October with Hamilton. Learn more about the full season here!

Wright State Theatre will present two casts in  The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, running March 15 - March 31.

Beck Center for the Arts has announced August Wilson’s Jitney, directed by Jimmie Woody. Running April 5 – May 5, 2024, in the Studio Theater, this dramatic piece of theater encompasses the 1980s and the African America experience in the United States of America.

Dayton Live will welcome HADESTOWN at the Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center, March 12-17, 2024, as the third production in the Premier Health Broadway in Dayton 2023-2024 Season!

Get ready to Ride The Cyclone at Sinclair from March 15-23 in Blair Hall Theatre! Learn more about the show here!

Beck Center for the Arts will stage the upcoming Dance Education Production, The Ugly Duckling. Choreographed by Associate Director of Dance Education Melanie Szucs, this piece includes 65 students in the cast, ages seven to18. 

Join The Human Race Theatre Company for a comedic adventure on the high seas with 'SHIPWRECKED! An Entertainment.' Experience the amazing adventures of Louis de Rougement as he weaves a mesmerizing tale of survival, bravery, and fame. Get ready for laughter, thrills, and a touch of theatrical spectacle.

Dayton Performing Arts Alliance Ballet Artistic Director Brandon Ragland is launching the Dayton Ballet Studio Company.

Jerry Seinfeld is coming to the Schuster Center. Catch the hilarious performance by the legendary comedian. Get all the details here.

 The American Theatre Guild will present HADESTOWN, the winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards® including Best New Musical and the 2020 Grammy® Award for Best Musical Theater Album.