Theater & Performing Arts around Dayton
Find upcoming events in the Dayton area, including performing arts, art exhibits around Dayton, Ohio and the Miami Valley.
Performing Arts in Dayton
The Kettering Civic Band Free Spring Concert
Monday, April 07 2025
KCB Concert on April 7, 2025, at Kettering Middle School, Directed by Catherine Abner featuring a Sousa march, an Irish medley, and other selections you won’t want to miss!
Another Evening For Justice
Tuesday, April 08 2025
The Dayton Legal Heritage Foundation presents Another Evening For Justice April 8, 2025 at the historic Victoria Theatre in downtown Dayton
University of Dayton Jazz Band/Jazz Combo Concert
Tuesday, April 08 2025
The University of Dayton Jazz Band is an auditioned ensemble that offers an opportunity for students who want to play jazz in a less formal way. The band focuses on traditional big band and swing era music.
Bob Ross Auto Group Jazz & Beyond Concerts at DAI
Thursday, April 10 2025
Featuring a great mix of familiar favorites and new faces from the region's jazz scene. We're excited to welcome the Bob Ross Auto Group back as series sponsor!
Camelot
Thursday, April 10 2025
Embark on a majestic journey to a realm where honor, dignity, and morality pave the way for a new era under the youthful King Arthur’s reign.
Duo Concert featuring Ryu-Kyung Kim (Voice) with Ray Furuta (Flute)
Thursday, April 10 2025
Renowned as "The Rockstar of the Flute" by the Informador de Guadalajara in Mexico, Mexican-Japanese American flutist Ráyo Furuta, standing as a captivating artist of global acclaim, performs with UD's own Ryu-Kyung Kim.
Stivers School for the Arts presents SEUSSICAL
Thursday, April 10 2025
Seussical is a musical comedy for all ages based on the beloved characters of Dr. Seuss with music by Stephen Flaherty and lyrics by Lynn Ahrens.
WGI Sport of the Arts World Championships
Thursday, April 10 2025
WGI Sport of the Arts World Championships return to Dayton in 2025. Color Guard, Percussion & Winds Competitions
Chancers presented by Dayton Theatre Guild
Friday, April 11 2025
Chancers is a fast and furious comedy, set in Ireland, about the lengths we will go to when our backs are against the wall. Presented by Dayton Theatre Guild Mar. 28–Apr. 13, 2025
Kettering Children’s Theatre Spring Production: Alice in Wonderland
Friday, April 11 2025
Alice plunges down the rabbit hole and becomes involved in that madcap and deliciously satiric series of adventures immortalized by Lewis Carroll. Dramatized
Resurrection Celebration
Friday, April 11 2025
Easter Resurrection Celebration Musical & Drama Fri, Sat & Sun, April 11, 12, & 13 at 7pm. Admission is free! Hillcrest Baptist Church Music & Drama Ministry Make plans to join us!
University of Dayton Chorale/Bella Voce Concert
Friday, April 11 2025
The University of Dayton Chorale is a highly motivated group of students who strive for excellence through the art of choral music. The University of Dayton Bella Voce is a talented and inclusive group of women.
Handel's Messiah - Bach Society of Dayton choral concert
Sunday, April 13 2025
A choral and orchestral concert to present G.F. Handel’s Messiah (beloved and timeless cornerstone of the choral repertoire featuring the famous "Hallelujah" chorus).
World Music Choir/Gamelan Concert
Sunday, April 13 2025
This inclusive non-audition ensemble welcomes all, irrespective of musical background or experience, for an enriching journey. The Gamelan Ensemble plays traditional music from Central Java, as well as contemporary pieces.
University of Dayton Concert Band
Monday, April 14 2025
In the University Concert Band, members perform varied repertoire, including marches, show tunes, concert band standards and contemporary literature.
University of Dayton Student Brass Ensemble Concert
Tuesday, April 15 2025
University of Dayton Trumpet, University of Dayton Trombone and the University of Dayton Tuba and Euphonium ensembles perform in the Concert Hall.
Get Fried @ Bricky's Comedy Club
Thursday, April 17 2025
The area's most unpredictable and unique roast battle show is back at Bricky's! GET FRIED! 🔥
The Full Monty
Friday, April 18 2025
What happens when six unemployed steel workers form a male striptease act? TheatreLab is thrilled to announce The Full Monty! A musical based on the classic film April 18-19, 2025
X*ACT presents Church and State
Friday, April 18 2025
An honest to God serious comedy! Xenia Area Community Theater presents Church and State April 18-26, 2025
"Fledermaus Unmasked"
Friday, April 25 2025
A presentation of the Department of Music and the Theatre, Dance, and Performance Technology program.
Reefer Madness
Friday, April 25 2025
Inspired by the original 1936 film, this raucous musical comedy takes a tongue-in-cheek look at the hysteria caused when clean-cut kids fall prey to marijuana. Reefer Madness is presented by Beavercreek Community Theatre
Shakespeare's Birthday Showcase
Saturday, April 26 2025
Shakespeare turns 461, and we’re throwing the ultimate Bard bash! More drama than a royal family feud, more laughs than Falstaff at happy hour—join Gem City Groundlings for the birthday of all birthdays.
University of Dayton Percussion Ensemble Concert
Monday, April 28 2025
These two ensembles offer a variety of performance opportunities for student percussionists. The Percussion Ensemble plays standard and contemporary literature.
University of Dayton Orchestra and Symphonic Wind Ensemble Concert
Wednesday, April 30 2025
The University Orchestra performs a broad repertoire for string orchestra and full symphony orchestra in the spring. The Symphonic Wind Ensemble performs the finest literature written for winds.
Pride of Dayton: London Send Off Concert
Thursday, May 01 2025
The Pride of Dayton Marching Band will host a concert which offers the community a chance to experience the incredible music and visuals of the band. The evening will feature a full performance of the London repertoire.
A World A'Fair Dayton International Festival
Friday, May 02 2025
Food, Family Fun, Dance & Music - Showcasing the ethnic backgrounds and cultures of Dayton and the greater Miami Valley at A World A'Fair Dayton International Festival.
Dayton Jazz Ensemble Concert
Friday, May 02 2025
The Dayton Jazz Ensemble is an auditioned big band that offers a traditional and contemporary experience combining the skill of interpreting challenging written music with the art of improvisation.
The Miss Firecracker Contest
Friday, May 02 2025
The place is the small Mississippi town of Brookhaven, the time a few days before the Fourth of July. Presented by Lebanon Theatre Company Fri May 2, 2025 - Sun May 11, 2025
