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HAY FEVER Will Come to The Human Race Theatre Company in April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2026

The Human Race Theatre Company has announced the cast for this spring’s production of HAY FEVER. HAY FEVER will play in the Loft Theatre in downtown Dayton, April 8-19, 2026. 

Review: NOISES OFF at Great Lakes Theater Festival
by Roy Berko - May 4, 2025

Two aspects are important in understanding why people often react diametrically to the play.   First is that it is a British farce.  It is not intended to carry a social message.  It is not a Shakespeare drama or tragedy.  

Photos: NOISES OFF at Great Lakes Theater
by Emmy Rice - Apr 27, 2025

Production photos have been released for Noises Off at Great Lakes Theater (GLT). This farce takes center stage at the Hanna Theatre, Playhouse Square, from April 25 – May 18, 2025. See the photos here!

NOISES OFF Great Lakes Theater Closes 63rd Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2025

Great Lakes Theater (GLT) brings the curtain down on its 63rd season with a fitting finale full of laughter in Noises Off.

Review: AS YOU LIKE IT on STNJ's Outdoor Stage Intrigues with Humor and Romance
by Marina Kennedy - Jul 1, 2024

Under the starlit skies at St. Elizabeth University, The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) is presenting William Shakespeare’s As You Like It on their Outdoor Stage.

AS YOU LIKE IT Comes to The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey This Month
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2024

Shakespeare’s comedy As You Like It will come to The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey.  The beloved play, one of the most popular in Shakespeare’s canon, will be presented on the Outdoor Stage at St. Elizabeth University beginning June 19, 2024.  

THE MATCH GAME Comes to Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Mar 22, 2024

 Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati will present the world premiere dramedy The Match Game by Steven Strafford. Performances run April 13 – May 5, 2024.

Human Race Theatre Honors 8th Anniversary Of Sandy Hook Tragedy With Encore Of 26 PEBBLES
by Stephi Wild - Dec 7, 2020

The Human Race Theatre Company, Dayton's premier professional theatre, is pleased to announce an “Encore Performance” of its 2017 world premiere production of 26 Pebbles by Eric Ulloa – in recognition of the 8th anniversary of the tragic school shooting at Sandy Hook School in Newtown, Connecticut. 

The Know Theatre Continues 23rd Mainstage Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2020

The Know Theatre of Cincinnati has announced continuing plans for its 2020-2021 theatrical season. The Know remains committed to its mission as 'Cincinnati's theatrical playground' to present bold and creative new works from unexpected and surprising voices, while maintaining the highest possible level of safety for artists and audiences alike.

Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park Releases HOPE, the First Installment in its New 10-Part Video Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2020

Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park has released Hope, the first installment in its new 10-part video series, 'Monologues of Hope,' written and performed by professional playwrights and actors based in the Greater Cincinnati region.

Photo Flash: GIRL IN THE RED CORNER At Know Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 25, 2019

Unemployed, fresh off a dead-end marriage, and searching for a way to take control of her life, Halo walks into a gym and signs up for mixed martial arts lessons. Her trainer thinks she's a light-weight. Her mother and sister think it's just plain weird.

Step into the Cage Alongside the GIRL IN THE RED CORNER at the Know
by Rebecca Russo - Jun 27, 2019

Unemployed, fresh off a dead-end marriage, and searching for a way to take control of her life, Halo walks into a gym and signs up for mixed martial arts lessons. As she prepares for her first match, Halo realizes that life inside the cage and outside the cage are disturbingly similar. And that the only way to survive either is to fight.

Photo Flash: First Look at THE MAN-BEAST at Know Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 20, 2018

Based on the 18th Century legend of the Beast of Gevaudan, The Man-Beast is a taut and seductive new drama by Know Theatre favorite Joseph Zettelmaier (author of 2015's All Childish Things and 2016's Pulp).

BWW Review: A Sublime Cast Shines in Tony Award Winning Play, THE HUMANS, at Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati
by Abby Rowold - Jan 28, 2018

In Stephen Karam's fast-paced, skillfully wrought horror/drama, The Humans, Frankenstein's monster is replaced with what truly terrifies Americans in 2018--not having enough money for retirement! Ok. So, that might sound silly, but I assure you, it sent a chill down my spine.

Gather 'Round the Table for Ensemble Theatre's THE HUMANS
by Julie Musbach - Jan 12, 2018

Set the table and pull up a chair! Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati presents the regional premiere of the 2016 Tony Award Winner for Best Play, The Humans by Pulitzer Prize finalist Stephen Karam. This evocative drama brings a family face to face with their most familiar fears, and provides a poignant reminder of why we gather together. Featuring an all-star cast and an incredible two-story set, The Humans serves up trials, traditions, and turkey. Playing January 23 February 17, 2018. Directed by Michael Evan Haney. Production Sponsor is The Carol Ann and Ralph V. Haile, Jr./U.S. Bank Foundation.

Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at ON GOLDEN POND at The Human Race Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Mar 20, 2017

This April, The Human Race Theatre Company (HRTC) makes a warm and welcome return to On Golden Pond. The preview performance of On Golden Pond is Thursday, April 6. Opening night is Friday, April 7. Scroll down for a sneak peek at the production!

Eric Ulloa's Sandy Hook Play 26 PEBBLES Begins Tonight in Dayton
by BWW News Desk - Feb 2, 2017

The Human Race Theatre Company gives voice to an entire town of people who first witnessed unimaginable heartbreak, then suffered through emotional pain and unanswered questions before learning how to move forward with Eric Ulloa's new play, 26 Pebbles.

Cast, Creative Team Set for Eric Ulloa's Sandy Hook Play 26 PEBBLES in Dayton
by BWW News Desk - Jan 19, 2017

The Human Race Theatre Company gives voice to an entire town of people who first witnessed unimaginable heartbreak, then suffered through emotional pain and unanswered questions before learning how to move forward with Eric Ulloa's new play, 26 Pebbles.

THIS WEEK IN PICTURES: January 30-February 5
by Nora Dominick - Feb 5, 2016

Still not over the news of HAMILTON performing at the Grammys? Getting ready to hear Amber Riley crush it in DREAMGIRLS on the West End? Didn't have time to check in on your favorite Broadway stars? Well don't worry BroadwayWorld has rounded up some of the biggest stories from this week from Broadway and beyond with BroadwayWorld's 'This Week in Pictures.'

Photo Flash: The Human Race Theatre Co's THE GLASS MENAGERIE Opens Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Feb 5, 2016

The Human Race begins the second half of its 29th season with Tennessee William's first great masterpiece, THE GLASS MENAGERIE. The production at The Human Race's downtown Dayton home at The Loft Theatre is directed by Greg Hellems and features actors Scott Hunt, Jennifer Joplin, Claire Kennedy and Drew Vidal. The preview performance of THE GLASS MENAGERIE is tomorrow, February 4. Opening night is tonight, February 5. The production runs through February 21. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!