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Photos: Inside Short North Stage's LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS VIP OPENING NIGHT GALA PhotosPhotos: Inside Short North Stage's LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS VIP OPENING NIGHT GALA
by Jerri Shafer - Columbus

(3/19/2022) - Don’t feed the plants! This timeless cult-hit musical comedy has been passed from generation to generation and remains one of the most produced musicals in America. With a new film version starring Lady Gaga coming, and a recent Off-Broadway hit revival, Short North Stage has received special permission to create a stunning new production in Columbus.

Photos: First look at CATCO's HEAD OVER HEELS PhotosPhotos: First look at CATCO's HEAD OVER HEELS
by Jerri Shafer - Columbus

(3/18/2022) - The hits of The Go-Gos fuel a non-stop joyride in this lively new musical Entertainment Weekly calls “a giddy neon anthem of acceptance.” Set in the kingdom of Arcadia, Head Over Heels offers a fresh update on Sir Phillip Sidney’s classic romance, The Arcadia, challenging the boundaries of gender, class and social institutions and exuberantly celebrating love and gender in all of its forms. The royal family and court take an outrageous journey to save their kingdom, only to discover “the beat” lies within each of them. Recommended for ages 13 and up. Songs by: The Go-Go’s, Adapted By: James Magruder, Based Upon: The Arcadia by Sir Philip Sidney, Conceived & Original Book By: Jeff Whitty, Directed By: Leda Hoffman, Music Director/Costume Designer: Que Jones, Set Designer: Dan Gray, Choreographer: Lorii Wallace, Cast includes: Basilus - Luke Bovenizer, Dametas - Liam Cronin, Mopsa - Sha Lemar Davis, Pythio - Caleb Mikayla Robinson, Musidorius - Brian Gray, Gynecia - Kendra Lucas, Pamela - Jordan (Jo) Shafer, Philoclea - Summit J Starr CATCO Head Over Heels performs March 17 – April 3, 2022, in Studio One at the Riffe Center, 77 S. High St., Columbus, Ohio. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit: https://www.catco.org/2021-22/head-over-heels/

Photos: First look at Gallery Players' SONDHEIM ON SONDHEIM PhotosPhotos: First look at Gallery Players' SONDHEIM ON SONDHEIM
by Jerri Shafer - Columbus

(3/18/2022) - In this conceptual revue featuring more than two dozen Sondheim songs, the musical numbers are punctuated with interview footage of the composer, providing an intimate view of Stephen Sondheim’s personal life and artistic process. Far from the typical song cycle, the incomparable James Lapine brilliantly curated a collection of songs that have been masterfully arranged by David Loud from A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, Saturday Night, West Side Story, Company, Merrily We Roll Along, Follies, Sweeney Todd, Passion, A Little Night Music, Into the Woods, Sunday in the Park with George, Bounce, Assassins, Gypsy, Anyone Can Whistle. Performances run March 17 thru March 27, 2022. Gallery Players, 1125 College Ave., Columbus, Ohio 43209. Please visit http://columbusjcc.org/cultural-arts/gallery-players/ to get specific showtimes and purchase tickets.

Photos: First look at Original Productions Theatre's CATSPAW PhotosPhotos: First look at Original Productions Theatre's CATSPAW
by Jerri Shafer - Columbus

(3/17/2022) - CATSPAW: noun; 'one used by another as a tool'. Synopsis: In this clever who-dun-it wealthy and controlling Barbara Shepard has gone missing. Barbara’s son, Richard, thinks his stepfather, Peter, knows more than he is telling. Richard’s sister, Lindy, isn’t sure who she should trust. And Barbara's best friend, Alice, keeps popping in and out at the most inconvenient times. And now someone's brought a gun to the party. Written by Cory Skurdal, Directed by Joe Bishara, Cast includes:Bill Darby as Richard Rice, Josie Merkle as Alice Hackett, Jaimie Schwartz as Peter Shepard, Ollie Worden as Lindy Rice OPT Catspaw will be staged March 17 thru March 27 at the Abbey Theater of Dublin, 5600 Post Road, Dublin, OH 43017. Tickets and Information by calling 614-943-1776 or www.optheater.com

Photos: First look at Pickerington Community Theatre's ARSENIC & OLD LACE PhotosPhotos: First look at Pickerington Community Theatre's ARSENIC & OLD LACE
by Jerri Shafer - Columbus

(3/16/2022) - The play is a farcical dark comedy revolving around the Brewster family, descended from the Mayflower settlers but now composed of maniacs, most of them homicidal. The hero, Mortimer Brewster, is a drama critic who must deal with his crazy, murderous family and local police in Brooklyn, New York, as he debates whether to go through with his recent promise to marry the woman he loves, Elaine Harper, who lives next door and is the daughter of the local minister. Performances are March 18-20 and 25-27, 2022, and will be held at the Wigwam Theater (10190 Blacklick-Eastern Road Northwest, Pickerington, OH 43147). For tickets and more information, visit http://pickeringtoncommunitytheatre.org/

Photos: First Look At Liberty Union Musical Theater's FREAKY FRIDAY THE MUSICAL PhotosPhotos: First Look At Liberty Union Musical Theater's FREAKY FRIDAY THE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Columbus

(3/16/2022) - Friday is going to be freaky this week at the Liberty Union Musical Theater! Disney’s Freaky Friday the Musical will be performed Friday, March 18 and Saturday, March 19 at 7pm, and Sunday, March 20 at 2pm at the Liberty Union High School Auditorium, 500 W Washington St., Baltimore, OH.

Photos: First look at Dublin Jerome High School's THE ADDAMS FAMILY PhotosPhotos: First look at Dublin Jerome High School's THE ADDAMS FAMILY
by Jerri Shafer - Columbus

(3/16/2022) - THE ADDAMS FAMILY, a comical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family, features an original story and it’s every father’s nightmare: Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family– a man her parents have never met. And if that wasn’t upsetting enough, Wednesday confides in her father and begs him not to tell her mother. Now, Gomez Addams must do something he’s never done before– keep a secret from his beloved wife, Morticia. Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday’s “normal” boyfriend and his parents. Performances run March 17th thru the 19th, 2022 at Dublin Jerome High School, 8300 Hyland-Croy Rd, Dublin, OH 43016, For tickets visit: https://www.showtix4u.com/event-details/61181

Photos: Mount Vernon Arts Consortium Welcomes KISS Star Ace Frehley PhotosPhotos: Mount Vernon Arts Consortium Welcomes KISS Star Ace Frehley
by Jerri Shafer - Columbus

(3/15/2022) - The Mount Vernon Arts Consortium welcomed Ace Frehley, the original KISS guitarist and R&R Hall of Fame inductee on March 11, 2022 to the Woodward Opera House in Mount Vernon, Ohio.

Photos: First look at SHREK The Musical at Arts & College Preparatory Academy PhotosPhotos: First look at SHREK The Musical at Arts & College Preparatory Academy
by Jerri Shafer - Columbus

(3/10/2022) - 'Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek....' And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Throw in a short-tempered bad guy, a cookie with an attitude and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you've got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. Luckily, there's one on hand... and his name is Shrek. Performances run March 11th thru the 13th, 2022 at Arts & College Preparatory Academy, 4401 Hilton Corporate Dr, Columbus, OH 43232. For more information visit: https://artcollegeprep.org/

Photos: First look at Little Theatre Off Broadway's GREASE PhotosPhotos: First look at Little Theatre Off Broadway's GREASE
by Jerri Shafer - Columbus

(3/7/2022) - Rydell High School’s 1959 senior class is in rare form. The too-cool-for-school “Burger Palace Boys” are stealing hub-caps and acting tough and their gum-snapping, chain-smoking “Pink Ladies” are looking hot in bobby sox and pedal pushers. At the heart of the story is the romance between hot-rodding gangster Danny Zuko and the sweet new girl in town, Sandy Dumbrowski. Sold out performances run February 25th thru March 13th, 2022 at Little Theatre Off Broadway, 3981 Broadway, Grove City, Ohio. For reservations/more info visit: http://www.ltob.org or call 614-875-3919.

Photos: First Look at the Butterfly Guild's CINDERELLA PhotosPhotos: First Look at the Butterfly Guild's CINDERELLA
by Jerri Shafer - Columbus

(3/4/2022) - For its 64th annual production, Butterfly Guild of Nationwide Children’s Hospital is pleased to announce Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella will take place on March 4, 5 & 6, 2022 at the historic Palace Theatre located at 34 W. Broad St. This family-friendly, Broadway-quality production benefits the Hospice and Palliative Care Programs at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, the only programs of its kind in central Ohio. The timeless enchantment of a magical fairy tale is reborn with the Rodgers & Hammerstein hallmarks of originality, charm, and elegance. Originally presented on television in 1957 starring Julie Andrews, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella was the most widely viewed program in the history of the medium. Its recreation in 1965 starring Lesley Ann Warren was no less successful in transporting a new generation to the miraculous kingdom of dreams-come-true, and so was a second remake in 1997, which starred Brandy as Cinderella and Whitney Houston as her Fairy Godmother. If you are interested in making a donation or sponsoring our play, visit our website: https://tinyurl.com/rsqpdxn Questions? Please call 614.355.5400 or email Giving@NationwideChildrens.org Performances are March 4th thru the 6th, 2022 and will be held at the Palace Theatre, 34 W Broad St, Columbus, OH 43215. For tickets visit: https://my.cbusarts.com/events/2986

Photos: First look at Hilliard Arts Council's SEUSSICAL JR PhotosPhotos: First look at Hilliard Arts Council's SEUSSICAL JR
by Jerri Shafer - Columbus

(3/3/2022) - Providing theatrical opportunities for children, both as participants and audience members is core to the mission of Hilliard Arts Council. In that spirit, we are producing the first of two “For Kids, By Kids” productions in 2022: Seussical Jr featuring the talents of 30 talented young actors in grades 4-8. A true family event, Seussical Jr is a children’s musical based on the stories and characters of Dr. Seuss, where you will revisit beloved characters including The Cat in the Hat, Horton the Elephant, Gertrude McFuzz, Mayzie LaBird, and JoJo. Performances run March 4th thru the 13th, 2022 at the Hilliard Civic and Cultural Arts Center, 5425 Center St, Hilliard, OH, 43026. For more information or to get tickets, visit: https://www.hilliardartscouncil.org/theatre/

Photos: First look at Red Herring Productions' THE SCHEDULE PhotosPhotos: First look at Red Herring Productions' THE SCHEDULE
by Jerri Shafer - Columbus

(2/16/2022) - Andy is an agent and a fixer in Tinsletown. When one of his clients makes a huge mistake, he has to jump into action to save both of their careers. That’s where the fun begins. The Schedule, written by Sheldon Gleisser is directed by Michael Garrett Herring. The cast includes: Nick Martin as Denny Monroe, Michael Herring as Andy Zeleznick, Rachel Scherrer as Clementine Folkes, and Julia Cannell as Woman. The show runs February 17 through March 6, 2022 at Red Herring Theater, 3723 S High ST, Columbus OH 43207. Red Herring Theater values the health and safety of our patrons and our artists, and requires proof of at least one dose of an approved COVID vaccine and the wearing of a mask while at the Theater. For more information about Red Herring Theater Company, the Theater, the 2022 season or any other questions, visit: RedHerringTheater.org or call (614) 723-9116.

Photos: First look at Curtain Players' THE LARAMIE PROJECT PhotosPhotos: First look at Curtain Players' THE LARAMIE PROJECT
by Jerri Shafer - Columbus

(2/11/2022) - In October 1998, a twenty-one-year-old student at the University of Wyoming was kidnapped, severely beaten, and left tied to a fence in the middle of the prairie outside Laramie, Wyoming. His name was Matthew Shepard, and he was the victim of this assault because he was gay. Moises Kaufman and fellow members of the Tectonic Theater Project made six trips to Laramie, interviewing more than 200 citizens in the aftermath of Matthew's murder. The Laramie Project is a breathtaking collage that explores the depths to which humanity can sink and the heights of compassion of which we are capable. Performances run Feb 4th thru the 20th, 2022 at Curtain Players, 5691 Harlem Road, Galena, Ohio 43021. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit: http://curtainplayers.org

Photos: First look at New Albany Community Playhouse's THE LAST FIVE YEARS PhotosPhotos: First look at New Albany Community Playhouse's THE LAST FIVE YEARS
by Jerri Shafer - Columbus

(2/10/2022) - The Last Five Years, a musical written by Jason Robert Brown, explores a five-year relationship between Jamie Wellerstein, a rising novelist, and Cathy Hiatt, a struggling actress. The show uses a form of storytelling in which Jamie's story is told in chronological order (starting just after the couple have first met) and Cathy's story is told in reverse chronological order (beginning the show at the end of the marriage). The characters do not directly interact except for a wedding song in the middle as their timelines intersect. Performances are Feb 11th through the 19th, 2022 at FIVE14 Church, 5477 N. Hamilton Rd., Columbus, Ohio. For tickets visit: https://www.showtix4u.com/events/17962

Photos: First look at Bruce Jacklin & Co's THE ODD COUPLE PhotosPhotos: First look at Bruce Jacklin & Co's THE ODD COUPLE
by Jerri Shafer - Columbus

(2/9/2022) - The latest Alcove Dinner theater opens February 4 through March 5 with Neil Simons Broadway classic “The Odd Couple”, directed by Bruce Jacklin with major support from MTVarts. One of the most celebrated American comedies of all time, and considered Neil Simon’s most well-crafted and popular play, “The Odd Couple” is a hilarious take on the conflicts between the two friends when they attempt to live together. “The Odd Couple,” opens February 4 and runs through March 5. Performances are every Friday and Saturday evening, with social hour beginning at 6:30 PM. There will be a matinee only on Saturday, February 19, at 2 PM. Matinee tickets can be purchased at the door. All other reservations and menu sections must be made on line at https://www.alcoverestaurant.com/

Photos: First look at Imagine Productions' FIRST DATE – A Musical Comedy PhotosPhotos: First look at Imagine Productions' FIRST DATE – A Musical Comedy
by Jerri Shafer - Columbus

(2/2/2022) - What does a person expect out of a blind date? First Date takes the audience through the first meeting of Casey and Aaron, New York City singles set up by friends and family. The two have nothing in common: Aaron is a conservative banker, Jewish, and looking for a meaningful relationship, while Casey is an artist, a shiksa, and a little too funky for Wall Street. With the influences of their friends and family (played out in their imaginations) as well as the effects of social media (Google, Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube personified), this first date seems to be doomed. But with the help of a meddling but well-meaning waiter, Casey and Aaron might make a connection after all. With a contemporary score, First Date gleefully pokes fun at the mishaps and mistakes of blind dates and gives hope that there could be that one perfect moment. Performances run Feb 4th thru the 13th, 2022 at Club Diversity, 863 S. High St. Columbus, Ohio 43206. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit: https://www.imaginecolumbus.org/

Photos: Get A First Look At AIN'T TOO PROUD On Tour PhotosPhotos: Get A First Look At AIN'T TOO PROUD On Tour
by BWW Staff - Broadway

(1/26/2022) - BroadwayWorld has an exclusive first look at the cast of Ain't Too Proud in action! Leading the cast of Ain't Too Proud as The Temptations are Jalen Harris as 'Eddie Kendricks,' Harrell Holmes Jr. as 'Melvin Franklin,' James T. Lane as 'Paul Williams,' and joining directly from the Broadway company are Marcus Paul James as 'Otis Williams,' and Elijah Ahmad Lewis as 'David Ruffin.'

Photos: Inside Short North Stage's ALTAR BOYZ VIP OPENING NIGHT GALA PhotosPhotos: Inside Short North Stage's ALTAR BOYZ VIP OPENING NIGHT GALA
by Jerri Shafer - Columbus

(1/22/2022) - Boy Band heaven arrives at Short North Stage on January 20th! The Altar Boyz is full of sharp parody, sinfully spectacular dancing, and irreverent humor. This spoof about a heavenly guy-group is adored by audiences and critics alike. After a hit Off- Broadway run and cult following all over the country, Altar Boyz finally comes to Columbus! With an extraordinary mix of side-splitting songs convincing enough to be played on MTV, uncontrollable laughs and lighthearted fun, this award-winning and totally original new musical is 90 minutes of pure delight! Altar Boyz tells the holy inspiring story of 5 small-town boys - Matthew, Mark, Luke, Juan and Abraham (the group’s token Jewish member) - trying to save the world one screaming fan at a time. Their pious pop act, including lyrics like 'Girl You Make Me Wanna Wait' and 'Jesus Called Me On My Cell Phone,' will “altar” your mind! Catch these boyz in action January 20th through February 13th. Showtimes are 7pm Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and 2pm on Sundays. Tickets range From $39 - $54 with student rush tickets available for $20 at the door. Group discounts available. Visit www.cbusarts.com for more information.

Photos: First look at Little Theatre Off Broadway's DEARLY DEPARTED PhotosPhotos: First look at Little Theatre Off Broadway's DEARLY DEPARTED
by Jerri Shafer - Columbus

(1/13/2022) - In the Baptist backwoods of the Bible Belt, the beleaguered Turpin family proves that living and dying in the South are seldom tidy and always hilarious. Despite their earnest efforts to pull themselves together for their father’s funeral, the Turpins’ other problems keep overshadowing the solemn occasion. Performances run January 15th thru the 30th, 2022 at Little Theatre Off Broadway, 3981 Broadway, Grove City, Ohio. For reservations/more info visit: http://www.ltob.org or call 614-875-3919.

Photos: First Look At VPCT's IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE PhotosPhotos: First Look At VPCT's IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Columbus

(12/17/2021) - The Victoria Players Children’s Theater will return to the stage with their production of It’s a Wonderful Life this weekend, December 17-19, 2021. Featuring a cast of thirty-five actors ranging in ages from 5-16, the play adapted by Doug Rand is the classic retelling of the beloved Christmas story.

Photos: First look at Worthington Community Theatre's A FAIRYTALE CHRISTMAS CARO PhotosPhotos: First look at Worthington Community Theatre's A FAIRYTALE CHRISTMAS CAROL
by Jerri Shafer - Columbus

(12/16/2021) - Family Oriented version of Charles dickens holiday classic, with the big bad wolf playing Ebeneezer Scrooge and a fairy godmother, old King Cole and the queen of hearts respectively playing the ghosts. Written by, Flip Koeler and Cindy Marcus. Directed by, Emily Sellevaag. Performances run December 16th thru the 19th, 2021 at McConnell Arts Center 777 Evening Worthington, Ohio 43085. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=132456

Photos: Inside Dublin Jerome High School Theatre's THE LION KING, JR PhotosPhotos: Inside Dublin Jerome High School Theatre's THE LION KING, JR
by Jerri Shafer - Columbus

(12/6/2021) - The Lion King, Jr. tells the story of the epic adventures of a curious cub named Simba as he struggles to accept the responsibilities of adulthood and his destiny as king. To claim his rightful place on the throne and save his beloved Pridelands, Simba must find his inner strength and confront his wicked Uncle Scar. Directed by Patty Scott, the performances were December 2nd thru the 4th, 2021. Please visit their website https://tinyurl.com/3hxne8zv for information about upcoming productions including The Addams Family!

Photos: First look at Gallery Players' THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BE PhotosPhotos: First look at Gallery Players' THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
by Jerri Shafer - Columbus

(12/3/2021) - An eclectic group of six tweens vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. While candidly disclosing hilarious and touching stories from their home lives, the tweens spell their way through a series of (potentially made-up) words, hoping never to hear the soul-crushing, pout-inducing, life un-affirming “ding” of the bell that signals a spelling mistake. A riotous ride, complete with audience participation, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a delightful den of comedic genius. Performances are December 5th thru the 19th. Gallery Players, 1125 College Ave., Columbus, Ohio 43209. Please visit https://columbusjcc.org/gallery-players/ to get specific show times and purchase tickets.

Photos: First Look at Imagine Productions' SECOND TO SHERLOCK PhotosPhotos: First Look at Imagine Productions' SECOND TO SHERLOCK
by Jerri Shafer - Columbus

(12/2/2021) - A raucous new musical from local composer Brian Horne! After a series of private and public readings over the past five years, Imagine Productions is proud to be presenting this WORLD PREMIERE production. When a low-class detective in Victorian England gets a chance to prove himself by catching the infamous Jack the Ripper, he finds escaping from the shadow of the world’s greatest detective will be harder than he thought. Performances run December 3rd thru the 11th, 2021 at the Columbus Performing Arts Center, 549 Franklin Avenue, Columbus, OH 43215. For tickets or more information, visit: https://www.imaginecolumbus.org/

Photos: First look at Curtain Players' WOMEN PLAYING HAMLET PhotosPhotos: First look at Curtain Players' WOMEN PLAYING HAMLET
by Jerri Shafer - Columbus

(12/1/2021) - Hamlet's a challenge for any actor, but when Jessica is cast as the titular character in a New York production, it sends her into an existential tailspin. It doesn't help that her acting coach is borderline abusive, or that every Starbucks barista with an MFA tells her she's too young for the role. Or that she's somehow managed to make Sir Patrick Stewart her nemesis. Not to mention the fact that she's a woman. How can Jessica figure out “to be or not to be,” when she can't even figure out herself? Featuring an all-female cast performing multiple roles, Women Playing Hamlet is rip-roaring fun for Shakespeare fans and haters alike. Performances run December 3rd thru the 19th, 2021 at Curtain Players, 5691 Harlem Road, Galena, Ohio 43021. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit: http://curtainplayers.org

Photos: First look at Pickerington Community Theatre's THE MAGIC TREEHOUSE A GHO PhotosPhotos: First look at Pickerington Community Theatre's THE MAGIC TREEHOUSE A GHOST TALE FOR MR. DICKENS JR.
by Jerri Shafer - Columbus

(11/30/2021) - The magic tree house whisks Jack and Annie back in time to the foggy streets of Victorian London, where they meet the famous, well-off author, Charles Dickens, who has a severe case of writer’s block. Jack and Annie also witness the hardships faced by the poor, and their efforts to help only land them in prison. Mr. Dickens rescues Jack and Annie, and they, in turn, help him escape the sad memories that haunt him. In the process, they inspire Mr. Dickens to write one of the greatest holiday stories of all time. Directed by Pamela Villarreal. Performances run December 3rd thru the 12th, 2021 at the Wigwam Theater (10190 Blacklick-Eastern Road Northwest, Pickerington, OH 43147). For tickets: http://pickeringtoncommunitytheatre.org/

Photos: First Look At THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE Presented By Ga PhotosPhotos: First Look At THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE Presented By Gallery Players
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Columbus

(11/18/2021) - An eclectic group of six tweens vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. While candidly disclosing hilarious and touching stories from their home lives, the tweens spell their way through a series of (potentially made-up) words, hoping never to hear the soul-crushing “ding” of the bell that signals a spelling mistake.

Photos: First look at The New Albany High School Theatre Department's DISNEY's T PhotosPhotos: First look at The New Albany High School Theatre Department's DISNEY's THE LITTLE MERMAID
by Jerri Shafer - Columbus

(11/18/2021) - Ariel, the youngest daughter of the Mer-King Triton, does not feel like she belongs in her world under the sea and wishes to live in the human world above. When she falls in love with Eric, a young human prince, she is willing to risk everything to win his heart, and makes a deal with the evil sea witch Ursula, to trade her voice for human legs. However, the bargain is not what it seems, and Ariel will need the help of her colorful friends, Sebastian the crab, Scuttle the seagull, and Flounder the fish, Scuttle to restore order in both worlds. With a book by Doug Wright, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater, and music by Alan Menken, the show is sure to delight audience members of all ages. The Little Mermaid performs at 7 p.m. on November 18th, 7 p.m. on Friday, November 19th, 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, November 20th, and 7 p.m. on Saturday, November 20th, 2021 at the McCoy Center for the Arts, 100 West Dublin-Granville Rd., New Albany, OH 43054. Tickets can be purchased in advance at cbusarts.com or at the door.

Photos: First Look at the National Tour of OKLAHOMA! PhotosPhotos: First Look at the National Tour of OKLAHOMA!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Broadway

(11/11/2021) - The North American tour of Rogers & Hammerstein's Oklahoma! began performances at the Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis, MN on November 9, 2021 and will continue to play over 25 cities during the 2021-2022 season including stops in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Dallas, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., Chicago and Nashville, and more. 

Photos: First look at Gahanna Lincoln's SHE KILLS MONSTERS PhotosPhotos: First look at Gahanna Lincoln's SHE KILLS MONSTERS
by Jerri Shafer - Columbus

(11/11/2021) - After a very long two year intermission, live theatre returns once again to the Lincoln Theatre stage when Gahanna Lincoln High School presents, “She Kills Monsters: Young Adventurers Edition” by Qui Nguyen, Thursday - Saturday, November 11-13. P.m. at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $12 and may be purchased at https://www.gahannatheatre.com/ or at the door, while they last. “She Kills Monsters” tells the story of high school cheerleader, Agnes Evans, coming to grips with the death of her younger sister, Tilly, who passed away suddenly in a car crash. While going through Tilly’s things, Agnes finds Tilly’s “Dungeons & Dragons” notebook, and makes the decision to learn more about the sister she never really knew. Agnes explores the world of fantasy as she embarks on a journey to New Landia and battles gelatinous cubes, dark elves, beholders, shape-shifters and ultimately, the monsters within herself.

Photos: First look at Performing Arts Creative Ensemble's THE SHADOW BOX PhotosPhotos: First look at Performing Arts Creative Ensemble's THE SHADOW BOX
by Jerri Shafer - Columbus

(11/10/2021) - Three terminal cancer patients dwell in separate cottages on a hospital's grounds. The three are attended and visited by family and close friends: Agnes and her mother Felicity, estranged further by the latter's dementia; Brian and Beverly, whose marital complications are exacerbated by Brian's new lover, Mark; and Joe and Maggie, unready for the strain of Joe's impending death and its effect on their teenage son. Performances are November 11th thru the 14th at the Columbus Dance Theatre, 592 E. Main St., Columbus, OH 43215. For tickets or more information, visit: https://pacecolumbus.com/

Photos: First look at MTVarts' WELCOME HOME PhotosPhotos: First look at MTVarts' WELCOME HOME
by Jerri Shafer - Columbus

(11/9/2021) - MOUNT VERNON, Ohio – MTVarts, a nonprofit, all-volunteer theater company in Mount Vernon, Ohio, is honoring Vietnam veterans this Veterans Day with a special production of “Welcome Home: A Tribute to Vietnam Veterans,” on Nov. 11-12 at Knox Memorial Theater in Mount Vernon. “My main exposure to the Vietnam experience was through the eyes of a 13-year-old boy watching his older brother putting away his high school football and seeing him board a plane in route to Vietnam,” said show director Bruce Jacklin. “There were no emails, texts, or Facetime to keep in touch. Only the evening news offering any peace of mind that your son was not a part of a deadly conflict.”

Photos: First Look at Original Productions Theatre's BOUND FOR ALBANIA PhotosPhotos: First Look at Original Productions Theatre's BOUND FOR ALBANIA
by Jerri Shafer - Columbus

(11/6/2021) - Original Productions Theatre, which focuses on new works, will present the world premiere of “Bound for Albania,” a drama by Columbus playwright Johnrick Holes (“Nighthawks,” “Shakespeare’s Bloody Deed”) about a retired nurse inspired to work at an Albanian refugee camp to help separated families of Syrians fleeing their war-torn country. Performances are 8 p.m. Nov. 4-6 and Nov. 11-13, and 2 p.m. Nov. 7 and 14 at the Abbey Theater of Dublin, 5600 Post Road, Dublin. Tickets cost $25, or $20 for students, senior citizens and matinees. (614-943-1776, https://www.optheater.com/)

Photos: First look at Hilliard Arts Council's THE LARAMIE PROJECT PhotosPhotos: First look at Hilliard Arts Council's THE LARAMIE PROJECT
by Jerri Shafer - Columbus

(11/5/2021) - In October 1998, Matthew Shephard, a 21 year old university student was kidnapped, beaten and left to die, tied to a fence in the middle of the prairie outside Laramie, Wyoming. He died several days later in an area hospital. He was the victim of this assault because he was gay. This horrible tragedy was the impetus for Moises Kaufman and the Tectonic Theatre Project to create The Laramie Project, a play created based on over 200 interviews with the people of Laramie. The Laramie Project, a compelling and deeply moving theatrical experience, will be staged by Hilliard Arts Council at the Hilliard Civic and Cultural Arts Center in Hilliard Ohio. Performances run November 5th thru the 14th, 2021 at the Hilliard Civic and Cultural Arts Center, 5425 Center St, Hilliard, OH, 43026. For more information or to get tickets, visit: https://www.hilliardartscouncil.org/theatre/

Photos: First look at King Avenue Players' ELF THE MUSICAL PhotosPhotos: First look at King Avenue Players' ELF THE MUSICAL
by Jerri Shafer - Columbus

(11/4/2021) - Based on the cherished 2003 New Line Cinema hit, Elf tells the story of Buddy and his quest to find his birth father and discover his true identity. Seating for each show is limited to 180. Audience members will be required to wear masks over their nose and mouth for the duration of the show and when in the building and will be seated by household/bubble groups, at least three feet apart from others in their row. Every other row will be closed for distancing purposes. Show dates and times: Thursday, November 4, 7:30 pm, Friday, November 5, 7:30 pm, Saturday, November 6, 7:30 pm, Sunday, November 7, 3:00 pm at King Avenue United Methodist Church, 299 King Ave., Columbus, OH. Admission is free, donations appreciated.

Photos: First look at Red Herring Productions' THE THANKSGIVING PLAY PhotosPhotos: First look at Red Herring Productions' THE THANKSGIVING PLAY
by Jerri Shafer - Columbus

(11/3/2021) - This comedy follows four good-intentioned and politically mindful people as they try to put together a school Thanksgiving play that respects the true history of the holiday. Good intentions collide with bad ideas when they collaborate to tell the traditional story in a non-offensive way. No cow is sacred in Native American playwright Larrissa FastHorse’s wickedly funny, satirical comedy about one of America’s most cherished holidays. Performances run November 4th thru the 21st, 2021 at Red Herring, 3723 S. High St. Columbus, Ohio (between Kroger and PNC Bank in the Great Southern Shopping Center). Thursday through Saturday night performances start at 8:00 PM; Sunday matinees are at 2:00. Doors open one hour before show time. Tickets may be purchased in advance by going to our website: www.RedHerringTheater.org. You may also purchase tickets at the door where you can enjoy our More if you Can, less if you Can’t flexible payment option.

Photos: Get a First Look at the National Tour of THE PROM! PhotosPhotos: Get a First Look at the National Tour of THE PROM!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Broadway

(11/2/2021) - The National Tour of the 2019 Drama Desk Award winner for Outstanding Musical THE PROM begins performances tonight at Playhouse Square in Cleveland.

Photos: First look at Ohio University Lancaster Theatre's THE SHADOW BOX PhotosPhotos: First look at Ohio University Lancaster Theatre's THE SHADOW BOX
by Jerri Shafer - Columbus

(10/31/2021) - In this compelling dramatic triptych, three terminal cancer patients dwell in separate cottages on a hospital's grounds. The three are attended and visited by family and close friends: Agnes and her mother Felicity, estranged further by the latter's dementia; Brian and Beverly, whose marital complications are exacerbated by Brian's new lover, Mark; and Joe and Maggie, unready for the strain of Joe's impending death and its effect on their teenage son. (Provided by Concord Theatricals) Seating for each show is limited to 100 theatregoers. Masks are required to attend the production. ONLINE SALES ONLY. NO SALES AT THE DOOR. TICKETS: https://commerce.cashnet.com/oul-theatre, $12-reserved seating, $10-seniors and students reserved seating. Online sales only. No in person sales at OUL. COVID safety protocols during the shows will follow university guidelines at the time of the performance. Show dates and times: Wednesday, November 3, 7:00 pm, Thursday, November 4, 7:00 pm, Friday, November 5, 7:00 pm, Saturday, November 6, 7:00 pm, Sunday, November 7, 2:00 pm. The performance runs approximately 2 hours. Adult language and themes.

Photos: Inside New Vision Dance Co.'s RETROSPECTIVE III PhotosPhotos: Inside New Vision Dance Co.'s RETROSPECTIVE III
by Jerri Shafer - Columbus

(10/29/2021) - New Vision Dance Company, one of central Ohio’s leading concert dance companies, celebrated 15 years of bringing dance to the community. This non-profit dance ensemble, best known for its versatility in style and community engagement, was established for those who seek ways to continue growing in their life-long passion of dance. For the past 15 years, the company has brought performers of various ages and backgrounds together to celebrate this passion all thanks to Founder and Artistic Director Melissa Gould. The celebratory season ended this October with their show Retrospective III – 15 Years of Dance. This show took the audience through time as the company recreated past favorites from their 15 years of performances. The show starred the members of New Vision Dance Co. and showcased a variety of dance such as jazz, contemporary, musical theatre, tap, hip hop, ballroom, and more. The shows were presented on October 16th and 17th at the McCoy Center for the Performing Arts in New Albany, Ohio.





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