Theater & Performing Arts around Dayton

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Performing Arts in Dayton

A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical - Broadway in Dayton

A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical - Broadway in Dayton

Tuesday, November 26 2024

A Beautiful Noise is an inspiring, exhilarating, energy-filled musical memoir, that tells the untold true story of how Neil Diamond, America’s greatest hitmaker, became a star - NOV 26 - DEC 1, 2024 at The Schuster.

Irving Berlin's "Holiday Inn"

Irving Berlin's "Holiday Inn"

Wednesday, November 27 2024

La Comedia's unique combination of delicious dining and Broadway-style live entertainment is "A Taste of Broadway" unlike anything else in Ohio! After your meal, your family will enjoy Irving Berlin's "Holiday Inn" on stage!

In The Cut Comedy Ft. Vincent Bryant

In The Cut Comedy Ft. Vincent Bryant

Friday, November 29 2024

Get ready for an unforgettable night of comedy. Black Friday, November 29th, we take over the Dayton Funnybone with Headliner Vincent Bryant whose work has been seen on Comedy Centrals “Hart of The City” by Kevin Hart & BET+.

The Woman in Black

The Woman in Black

Friday, November 29 2024

Dayton Theatre Guild -presents The Woman in Black Nov. 29–Dec. 15, 2024 -Adapted by Stephen Mallatratt -From the book by Susan Hill

The Rubi Girls present The Show Must Go On!

The Rubi Girls present The Show Must Go On!

Saturday, November 30 2024

The Thanksgiving weekend tradition with Dayton's most entertaining ladies!

Karaoke and Dogs

Karaoke and Dogs

Wednesday, December 04 2024

Join us at Two Social for Karaoke and free hot dog with every drink purchase!

Season's Greetings: A Holiday Cabaret

Season's Greetings: A Holiday Cabaret

Wednesday, December 04 2024

Unique holiday experience! SEASON'S GREETINGS is BACK at the PNC Arts Annex in downtown Dayton. Join performers Gina Handy and Philip Drennen, along with Deron Bell and his Merry Melody Makers to celebrate the holidays!

Rise Up Performing Arts presents 42nd STREET

Rise Up Performing Arts presents 42nd STREET

Thursday, December 05 2024

Step into the dazzling world of Broadway with 42nd Street! This spectacular musical celebration of dreams, determination, and the magic of the stage will leave you tapping your feet and singing along.

A Christmas Story

A Christmas Story

Friday, December 06 2024

Actor's Theatre Fairborn presents Philip Grecian's adaptation of Jean Shepherd's "A Christmas Story."

Menotti’s Amahl And The Night Visitors

Menotti’s Amahl And The Night Visitors

Friday, December 06 2024

Amahl and the Night Visitors tells the story of three mysterious kings following a star to bring gifts to a wonderful child. Dayton Performing Arts Alliance presents Menotti’s Amahl And The Night Visitors December 6, 2024

Hometown Holiday - A DPAA Signature Event

Hometown Holiday - A DPAA Signature Event

Saturday, December 07 2024

DPAA’s annual Hometown Holidays concert at The Schuster in downtown Dayton—Join us for sing-a-longs, toe-tapping holiday melodies, and traditional carols.

Hometown Holiday w/ Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra

Hometown Holiday w/ Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra

Saturday, December 07 2024

Join your Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra for an uplifting holiday tribute—full of sing-a-longs, toe-tapping holiday melodies, and traditional carols!

SDDT's The Nutcracker

SDDT's The Nutcracker

Saturday, December 07 2024

Join us for a magical evening of classic ballet with South Dayton Dance Theatre's 31st Annual Nutcracker Performance!

The Nutcracker Presented by the Miami Valley Dance Company

The Nutcracker Presented by the Miami Valley Dance Company

Saturday, December 07 2024

If you love dancing, music, and sweets then join us as we present The Nutcracker! Follow Clara on her magical night from a party to a battle with a mouse queen and onto the land of sweets!

Horizons: An Afternoon of Indian Classical Art

Horizons: An Afternoon of Indian Classical Art

Sunday, December 08 2024

Horizons is a new series of Indian Classical Music and Dance programs which started in Cleveland, Ohio after the release of Sugata Chatterjee’s eponymous album.

O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy

O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy

Sunday, December 08 2024

Fans of Monty Python, Mr. Bean, and Dr. Seuss… Grab your teacups! O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy is a funny and brilliantly inventive show reminiscent of classic British pantos.

Sweet Sounds of the Holidays - Bach Society of Dayton choral concert

Sweet Sounds of the Holidays - Bach Society of Dayton choral concert

Sunday, December 08 2024

A choral concert to start the holiday season. Featuring Kettering Children's Choir Chorale (from one of the most successful choral programs in Ohio) and Kettering Advent Ringers (Joan Ulloth Dorgan’s elite handbell ensemble).

A Frosty Night

A Frosty Night

Wednesday, December 11 2024

In this world premiere farce, Mark Brown takes on winter with a twist! Sharon Frosty, Frosty the Snowman’s wife, knows that he’s up to no good and follows his trail to the North Pole. Will she catch him in the act?

Holly Days at the Arcade Presented by AES Ohio & Dayton Daily News

Holly Days at the Arcade Presented by AES Ohio & Dayton Daily News

Wednesday, December 11 2024

Holly Days at the Arcade Presented by AES Ohio and Dayton Daily News returns! 12/11, 12/12, & 12/13 from 3:00 – 8:00 PM. Enjoy an artisan market, live entertainment, food trucks & restaurants, family fun, & holiday surprises!

Dayton Ballet's The Nutcracker

Dayton Ballet's The Nutcracker

Friday, December 13 2024

Don’t miss the world premiere of the much-anticipated new production of Dayton’s most beloved Holiday tradition: The Dayton Ballet & the Dayton Philharmonic present The Nutcracker at the Schuster Center.

Enchanted Christmas: The Nutcracker & A Christmas Carol

Enchanted Christmas: The Nutcracker & A Christmas Carol

Friday, December 13 2024

What better way to get in the Christmas spirit than a Christmas play? How about 2 Christmas plays?! Children's Performing Arts of Miamisburg present THE NUTCRACKER & A CHRISTMAS CAROL Dec 13/14, 2024

The Littlest Angel by DCDC

The Littlest Angel by DCDC

Saturday, December 14 2024

DCDC presents the holiday classic "THE LITTLEST ANGEL" for one day only at the University of Dayton's Boll Theatre. Enjoy a festive performance of dance and music for all ages!

Christmas in the Air

Christmas in the Air

Sunday, December 15 2024

A first-class family "snow globe come to life" with singers, dancers, and a visit from Santa.

Home For The Holidays with the Miami Valley Symphony Orchestra

Home For The Holidays with the Miami Valley Symphony Orchestra

Sunday, December 15 2024

Home For The Holidays with the Miami Valley Symphony Orchestra at the Dayton Masonic Center.

Handels Messiah with the Dayton Philharmonic

Handels Messiah with the Dayton Philharmonic

Wednesday, December 18 2024

Enjoy an annual holiday tradition with the Dayton Philharmonic Chamber Orchestra and Choir under the twinkling lights of the Schuster.

Bach’s Lunch Featuring The Carillon Brass

Bach’s Lunch Featuring The Carillon Brass

Thursday, December 19 2024

The Carillon Brass is thrilled to present a favorite Dayton holiday tradition: Bach’s Lunch.

Sinclair Theatre presents 'Twas

Sinclair Theatre presents 'Twas

Thursday, December 19 2024

A family-friendly story of holidays explained by pets left alone on Christmas Eve. Understanding Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and La Posada opens their eyes to possibilities other than a "visitor in red".

Joe Waters + Trio FREE BLUES CONCERT at the Wandering Griffin

Joe Waters + Trio FREE BLUES CONCERT at the Wandering Griffin

Saturday, December 21 2024

Enjoy a FREE Blues concert with Joe Waters + Trio at our Ugly Sweater Holiday Party on December 21st!

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