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21 Theater Books for Your Summer 2026 Reading List
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 20, 2026

Summer is here and there is no better time of year to soak up the sun and dive into a new book. You're in luck, because Broadway's best have put pen to paper to turn out theatre page-turners of every kind. From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theatre history; check out our collection of 21 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's Summer 2026 reading list.

DAD'S PLACE - A FARCE to be Presented at Human Race Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 12, 2025

Fathers and sons, downsizing, and imposter syndrome? Right at home in Jake Lockwood’s world premiere Dad’s Place – A Farce starting the 40th Season at The Human Race Theatre Company. Learn more!

Review: CATS at Muse Machine
by Brennan Paulin - Jan 21, 2025

For the last 43 years, Dayton has been home to an organization that has provided theatrical excellence and artistic inspiration to students, educators, and audiences. If you thought Muse Machine only produced musicals, they actually provide so much more! This includes performances and master classes for local schools, teacher workshops, and opportunities to see Broadway productions.

THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE Comes to Wright State Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 29, 2024

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

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Dayton Awards; Voting Ends 12/31
by BWW Awards - Dec 26, 2023

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Dayton Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Dayton Awards; DISNEY’S NEWSIES, ALICE'S ADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND, Human Race Theatre Company & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 18, 2023

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Dayton Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Dayton Awards; DISNEY’S NEWSIES, ALICE'S ADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND, Human Race Theatre Company & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 11, 2023

It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Dayton Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Dayton Awards December 5th Standings; DISNEY’S NEWSIES Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 5, 2023

It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Dayton Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Dayton Awards; ALICE'S ADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND Leads Best Play!
by BWW Awards - Nov 27, 2023

Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Dayton Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Dayton Awards; INDIGO Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Nov 20, 2023

The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 20th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Dayton Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Previews: GUYS & DOLLS al TEATRO COCCIA
by Ettore Farrattini - Sep 5, 2023

GUYS & DOLLS al TEATRO COCCIA DEBUTTO PER LA VERSIONE ITALIANA DEL FAMOSO MUSICAL DI FRANK LOESSER, DIRETTO DA JOE DEER E ADATTATO DA ANDREA ASCARI. IL 9 E 10 SETTEMBRE AL TEATRO COCCIA DI NOVARA

Wright State Theatre and Dance to Present THE LIAR, CABARET, and More in 2023-24 Season
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 6, 2023

Wright State Theatre will present a season of riotous comedy, thoughtful drama, classic and contemporary musicals. In a season the features the stories of rising independence, tragic consequences and joyful discovery, audiences will experience one of their most eclectic and varied seasons in recent memory.

Winners Announced For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards
by BWW Awards - Jan 23, 2023

The winners have been announced for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards, honoring the best in regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2021 through September 30, 2022.

Dayton Performing Arts Alliance's SuperPops Series Continues with An Evening Of Sondheim
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2023

Dayton Performing Arts Alliance presents An Evening of Sondheim as part of the SuperPops Series Friday, January 20, and Saturday, January 21, at 7:30 pm in the Mead Theater of the Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center. Students from Wright State University's School of Fine and Performing Arts join the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra under the direction of Conductor Patrick Reynolds to perform popular songs by music theatre legend Stephen Sondheim.

12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards; Abbey Theater of Dublin Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - Dec 19, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

WHO'S HOLIDAY is Now Playing at the Human Race Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Dec 18, 2022

She's back!  Cindy Lou Who returns to Dayton for The Human Race Theatre Company's Who's Holiday! in an irreverent, hilarious good time, not suitable for the whole family. 

Latest Stats Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards; at Abbey Theater of Dublin Leads Best Ensemble Performance!
by BWW - Dec 12, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 12th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Latest Standings Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards; Short North Stage Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - Dec 5, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 5th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

WHO'S HOLIDAY Announced At The Human Race Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 30, 2022

She's back!  Cindy Lou Who returns to Dayton for The Human Race Theatre Company's Who's Holiday! in an irreverent, hilarious good time, not suitable for the whole family. 

First Stats Released For The BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards; Abbey Theater's RENT Leads Best Musical
by BWW Staff - Nov 21, 2022

The first live standings have been announced for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.