138 N. Main St.
Dayton, OH, 45402
SEATING CAPACITY: 1154
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Victoria Theatre History
Since 1866, the “Magnificent Edifice” at First and Main Streets has provided entertainment in Dayton in many names and forms, but one thing has remained constant – a tradition of celebrating and enriching life through entertainment. The Victoria Theatre is also available to rent for meetings, parties, receptions, and performances.
Shows at the Victoria Theatre
DATES PRODUCTION 5/28/2024 - 6/2/2024 The Kite Runner (2024) 2/14/2023 - 2/19/2023 A Soldier's Play (2022) 6/25/2019 - 6/30/2019 Waitress (2017) 3/3/2016 - 3/4/2016 A Night With Janis Joplin (2016) 3/12/2013 - 3/14/2013 American Idiot (2012) 10/10/2000 - 10/22/2000 Summer of '42 (2000) 1/4/1904 - 1/4/1904 Dockstader's Minstrels (1904) 11/2/1903 - 11/2/1903 The Office Boy (1903) 10/5/1903 - 10/5/1903 The Fisher Maiden (1903) 9/14/1903 - 9/14/1903 The Jersey Lily (1903) 1/21/1901 - 1/21/1901 The Night of the Fourth (1901) 12/25/1900 - 12/25/1900 Miss Prinnt (1900) 11/26/1900 - 11/26/1900 Star and Garter (1900) 2/26/1900 - 2/26/1900 Mam'selle 'Awkins (1900) 1/1/1900 - 1/1/1900 Chris and the Wonderful Lamp (1900)
News
BURLESQUE THE MUSICAL Will Return to the West End and UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jan 30, 2026
Burlesque the Musical, based on the iconic Golden Globe Best Picture nominated film starring Christina Aguilera and Cher, written and directed by Steven Antin, will return to the West End this summer.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 30, 2026
Burlesque the Musical, based on the iconic Golden Globe Best Picture nominated film starring Christina Aguilera and Cher, written and directed by Steven Antin, will return to the West End this summer.
Italia Conti Will Mark 115th Anniversary With Launch Of Noël Coward Scholarship
by Stephi Wild - Jan 29, 2026
Italia Conti, one of the UK's leading and longest-established performing arts institutions, has announced that it will mark its 115th anniversary in 2026 with the launch of the inaugural Noël Coward Scholarship.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 29, 2026
Italia Conti, one of the UK's leading and longest-established performing arts institutions, has announced that it will mark its 115th anniversary in 2026 with the launch of the inaugural Noël Coward Scholarship.
TITANIC: THE MUSICAL to Screen In HD At Park Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 15, 2026
As part of their ArtsCinema Stage2Screen Series, The Park Theatre of Jaffrey is presenting the HD filmed UK production of the Tony-winning musical Titanic: The Musical.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 15, 2026
As part of their ArtsCinema Stage2Screen Series, The Park Theatre of Jaffrey is presenting the HD filmed UK production of the Tony-winning musical Titanic: The Musical.
Hannah Lowther and More Join LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jan 5, 2026
Musical theatre and Tik Tok star, Hannah Lowther will play Margot and Alternate Elle Woods in the new UK and Ireland tour of LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL. The cast also includes George Crawford, Karen Mavundukure, and more.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 5, 2026
Musical theatre and Tik Tok star, Hannah Lowther will play Margot and Alternate Elle Woods in the new UK and Ireland tour of LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL. The cast also includes George Crawford, Karen Mavundukure, and more.
BBC Radio 4's THE ARCHERS Will Embark on National Live Tour For 75th Anniversary
by Stephi Wild - Dec 17, 2025
BBC Radio 4's long-running drama ‘The Archers' celebrates 75th anniversary and steps out of the studio for a new live theatrical experience, touring the UK from June–November 2026.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 17, 2025
BBC Radio 4's long-running drama ‘The Archers' celebrates 75th anniversary and steps out of the studio for a new live theatrical experience, touring the UK from June–November 2026.
THAT'LL BE THE DAY Will Embark on Spring UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Dec 15, 2025
Trevor Payne and Prestige Productions are back on the road as That’ll Be The Day embarks on its 40th anniversary spring tour. Learn more about the tour here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 15, 2025
Trevor Payne and Prestige Productions are back on the road as That’ll Be The Day embarks on its 40th anniversary spring tour. Learn more about the tour here!
PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL and More Nominated For WhatsOnStage Awards
by Stephi Wild - Dec 11, 2025
Nominations have been announced for the 26th Annual WhatsOnStage Awards. The announcement of the nominations marks the opening of the final voting stage. Learn more and check out the full list here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 11, 2025
Nominations have been announced for the 26th Annual WhatsOnStage Awards. The announcement of the nominations marks the opening of the final voting stage. Learn more and check out the full list here!
Full Cast Set For BARNUM UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Dec 10, 2025
Casting has been announced for the UK and Ireland tour of Barnum, the classic Broadway musical by Cy Coleman (music), Michael Stewart (lyrics) and Mark Bramble (book) that celebrates the life of the world's greatest showman, P.T. Barnum.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 10, 2025
Casting has been announced for the UK and Ireland tour of Barnum, the classic Broadway musical by Cy Coleman (music), Michael Stewart (lyrics) and Mark Bramble (book) that celebrates the life of the world's greatest showman, P.T. Barnum.
Cast and Creative Teams Set for Two World Premieres at Denver Center Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 9, 2025
The Denver Center Theatre Company has revealed the full casting and creative teams for the world premiere productions of Cowboys and East Indians by Nina McConigley and Matthew Spangler, and Godspeed by Terence Anthony.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 9, 2025
The Denver Center Theatre Company has revealed the full casting and creative teams for the world premiere productions of Cowboys and East Indians by Nina McConigley and Matthew Spangler, and Godspeed by Terence Anthony.
Photos: JACK AND THE BEANSTALK Panto At King’s Head Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 29, 2025
King’s Head Theatre & James Quaife Productions have released photos of their pantomime production of Jack and the Beanstalk, co-produced by both companies.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 29, 2025
King’s Head Theatre & James Quaife Productions have released photos of their pantomime production of Jack and the Beanstalk, co-produced by both companies.
Photos: Siobhan James and More in CINDERELLA at Hackney Empire
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 28, 2025
You can now get a first look at Hackney Empire's 2025 pantomime, Cinderella, directed by Clive Rowe, now playing.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 28, 2025
You can now get a first look at Hackney Empire's 2025 pantomime, Cinderella, directed by Clive Rowe, now playing.
Northern Broadsides to Present 2026 Tour Of CRIME AND PUNISHMENT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 26, 2025
Northern Broadsides will present a new production of Dostoyevsky's Crime and Punishment, adapted and directed by Artistic Director Laurie Sansom. It will tour to studio venues in Spring 2026.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 26, 2025
Northern Broadsides will present a new production of Dostoyevsky's Crime and Punishment, adapted and directed by Artistic Director Laurie Sansom. It will tour to studio venues in Spring 2026.
THE MOUSETRAP Will Embark on 75th Anniversary UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Nov 25, 2025
Agatha Christie’s iconic thriller and the world’s longest running play, The Mousetrap will embark on a major UK tour from September 2026 running through to 2027.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 25, 2025
Agatha Christie’s iconic thriller and the world’s longest running play, The Mousetrap will embark on a major UK tour from September 2026 running through to 2027.
Lisa Faulkner Will Lead UK Tour of SINGLE WHITE FEMALE
by Stephi Wild - Nov 18, 2025
Actor, TV presenter and chef Lisa Faulkner is to star in the world premiere stage production of Single White Female – based on the iconic 90s psychological thriller – set to embark on a major UK and Ireland theatre tour from January 2026.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 18, 2025
Actor, TV presenter and chef Lisa Faulkner is to star in the world premiere stage production of Single White Female – based on the iconic 90s psychological thriller – set to embark on a major UK and Ireland theatre tour from January 2026.
Photos: CINDERELLA Pantomime in Rehearsal at Hackney Empire
by Stephi Wild - Nov 14, 2025
Hackney Empire has released the first rehearsal images from its 2025 pantomime, Cinderella, directed by Clive Rowe. Check out the photos and learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 14, 2025
Hackney Empire has released the first rehearsal images from its 2025 pantomime, Cinderella, directed by Clive Rowe. Check out the photos and learn more here!
UK Tour of THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME Announces 2027 Dates
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2025
2027 dates have been revealed for the newly announced production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, inspired by the novel and the National Theatre's stage adaptation.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2025
2027 dates have been revealed for the newly announced production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, inspired by the novel and the National Theatre's stage adaptation.
JERSEY BOYS Will Embark on 20th Anniversary Tour in the UK and Ireland in 2026
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025
The original Tony-winning musical sensation JERSEY BOYS returns for its celebratory 20th Anniversary tour across the UK and Ireland, opening at New Wimbledon Theatre in June.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025
The original Tony-winning musical sensation JERSEY BOYS returns for its celebratory 20th Anniversary tour across the UK and Ireland, opening at New Wimbledon Theatre in June.
WICKED Becomes The Longest-Running Show at the Apollo Victoria Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 3, 2025
WICKED, the West End stage musical phenomenon that tells the untold story of the Witches of Oz, has become the ninth longest-running production in West End history, following the completion of Saturday's matinee performance.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 3, 2025
WICKED, the West End stage musical phenomenon that tells the untold story of the Witches of Oz, has become the ninth longest-running production in West End history, following the completion of Saturday's matinee performance.
Exclusive: Menchu Lauchengco-Yulo, Zachary Pang Talk KIMBERLY AKIMBO
by Oliver Oliveros - Nov 1, 2025
'Kimberly Akimbo,' featuring the engaging music by Jeanine Tesori and lyrics and book by David Lindsay-Abaire, is not your ordinary musical.
by Oliver Oliveros - Nov 1, 2025
'Kimberly Akimbo,' featuring the engaging music by Jeanine Tesori and lyrics and book by David Lindsay-Abaire, is not your ordinary musical.
Victoria Theatre Frequently Asked Questions
What show is currently in Victoria Theatre?
Victoria Theatre's current show is The Kite Runner which began performances on 5/28/2024.
How many seats does Victoria Theatre have?
Victoria Theatre has 1154 seats.
What were the longest running shows at Victoria Theatre?
Miss Prinnt which ran from 12/25/1900 to 11/19/1901, Chris and the Wonderful Lamp which ran from 1/1/1900 to 2/24/1900, Mam'selle 'Awkins which ran from 2/26/1900 to 3/31/1900,
What show is next for Victoria Theatre?
Victoria Theatre's next show is The Kite Runner which begins performances on 5/28/2024.
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