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
Serial Killers With Dr. Scott Bonn
Tuesday, October 29 2024
Spend a deliciously chilling evening with renowned criminologist and serial killer expert, Dr. Scott Bonn, as he takes you inside the minds of the world’s most savage and prolific murderers. Recommended for ages 18 and up.
Paranormal Cirque -Oct 31-Nov 3
Thursday, October 31 2024
Dive into the Magical World of Paranormal Cirque! With horror show and performers on the outside! This is truly a Paranormal experience like no other.
An Evening With Lee Asher
Friday, November 01 2024
Lee Asher, founder of The Asher House, delivers a powerful and inspiring talk about his journey to saving animals, inspiring people, and finding his true purpose in life.
First Friday: November - Dayton Holiday Festival Countdown Edition
Friday, November 01 2024
The season of celebration and giving is quickly approaching and you can start holiday celebrations a little bit early at the November 3 First Friday!
Irving Berlin's "Holiday Inn"
Friday, November 01 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!
The Sugar Witch
Friday, November 01 2024
Beavercreek Community Theater presents The Sugar Witch 10/25/24 – 11/3/24
4th Annual International Festival at Mosaic Church
Saturday, November 02 2024
Bring the entire family on Saturday, Nov. 2 to enjoy many cultural foods, crafts, music, worship and kids activities! Handmade crafts for sale, homemade cookies, and art activities. Sat. Nov 2nd, 10 to 6
Beth Stelling at The Victoria Theatre
Saturday, November 02 2024
Beth Stelling is a comedian, writer and actress based in Los Angeles. This comedy performance is for ages 18 and up.
Dayton Philharmonic: Broadway By Request
Saturday, November 02 2024
Ready for a night of YOUR favorite Broadway hits? That’s right; in this performance, YOU vote for your most loved Broadway music or song, and Neal Gittleman, the DPO, and Broadway stars perform them live on stage!
Bourbon & Bubbles at DAI
Friday, November 08 2024
Celebrate fall with an artsy cocktail party, featuring handcrafted Bourbons, refreshing bubbly, gourmet bites, tasty treats, world-class art and fun entertainment.
Carroll Drama presents the play RADIUM GIRLS
Friday, November 08 2024
In 1926, radium was a miracle cure and luminous watches the latest rage—until the girls who painted them began to fall ill with a mysterious disease. Based on a true story of the fight for quality working conditions in the US
The Magical Lamp of Aladdin
Friday, November 08 2024
Kettering Children’s Theatre Fall 2024 Production
Darl & Dirty w/Leyla Ingalls @ Bricky's Comedy Club
Saturday, November 09 2024
Leyla Ingalls hosts a standup comedy show that pushes the envelope! If you like offensive jokes this is the one for you!
Bob Ross Auto Group Jazz & Beyond Concerts at DAI
Thursday, November 14 2024
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!
The Piano Guys
Friday, November 15 2024
An unstoppable musical force: THE PIANO GUYS at The Schuster Center NOV 15, 2024
ROAST BATTLE CONTEST @ Bricky's Comedy Club
Wednesday, November 20 2024
Some of the area's funniest comedians roast each other in a bracket style tournament until we have a winner!
Rise Up Performing Arts presents FROZEN JR
Thursday, November 21 2024
Dive into the enchanting world of Frozen Jr., where magic, music, and unforgettable moments await!
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.
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
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
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.
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
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
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!
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
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
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?
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.