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
MJ: The Musical - Broadway in Dayton
Tuesday, June 24 2025
Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled artistry comes to Dayton as MJ, the multi Tony Award®-winning new musical centered around the making of the 1992 Dangerous World Tour. JUN 24 - JUN 29, 2025
Live Music from Danny Voris at Whisperz Speakeasy
Wednesday, June 25 2025
Beginning Wednesday, April 16 and continuing every Wednesday thereafter, talented local classical guitarist, performer, and educator, Danny Voris, will perform from 5-8pm.
Summer Arts Festival
Wednesday, June 25 2025
Springfield Arts Council presents the annual admission-free Summer Arts Festival in Veterans Park, downtown Springfield.
Chicago
Thursday, June 26 2025
THE SASS. THE JAZZ. THE CRIME. TheatreLab Dayton is swinging open the cell doors and letting the merry murderesses loose. Chicago (the musical) June 26-29, 2025
Matilda: The Musical
Thursday, June 26 2025
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, you will love the live stage production of Matilda: The Musical
Wheel of Comedy
Friday, June 27 2025
Stand-up meets chaos as comedians spin the wheel! No spin is safe! No set is safe! 🤪
Blues Fest
Saturday, June 28 2025
Join us this year as we celebrate the Blues Fest, part of the Amplified Series sponsored by the City of Dayton.
Macbeth
Saturday, June 28 2025
🎭 After a prophecy predicts his reign, MacBeth, urged by Lady MacBeth, kills King Duncan. Consumed by guilt and paranoia, they spiral into madness, leading to MacBeth's downfall 🎭
YSPride 2025
Saturday, June 28 2025
Join us for the Annual #YSPride Event in Yellow Springs. This year’s theme “More Than a Party—Pride is Protest!” 💪🏽🏳️🌈 Join us as we honor the roots of Pride and take to the streets in celebration, resistance, and unity
Coral Moons with Pitts & the Vipers Opening
Thursday, July 03 2025
Free concert at the Levitt Pavilion Dayton
Honoring Our Veterans Concert ft. Scotty Bratcher Band
Friday, July 04 2025
Free concert honoring our veterans before the fireworks downtown.
Pullin' It: An Improv Comedy Show
Thursday, July 10 2025
Wild suggestions, and full-on chaos — this fast-paced show is made up entirely on the spot! 😮
Shrek The Musical
Thursday, July 10 2025
Join Epiphany Players Drama Ministry for our 34th musical! Shrek brings all the beloved characters you know from the film to life on stage and proves there's more to the story than meets the ears.
Bob Ross Auto Group Jazz & Beyond Concerts at DAI
Thursday, July 17 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!
Cockarue Contest Late Show
Saturday, July 19 2025
The area's most popular comedy contest rolls on into the next round!
Dupont Brass
Saturday, July 19 2025
Free concert at the Levitt Dayton. Signature Levitt Summer Camp Student Showcase Opening
Gospel Fest Featuring James Hall Worship & Praise
Saturday, July 26 2025
Join us this year as we celebrate the first Gospel Fest, part of the Amplified Series.
Soaring Sounds
Tuesday, July 29 2025
A tradition over 40 years in the making! Soaring Sounds returns to the Greater Dayton area in 2025! Witness the spectacle of DCI's World Class Drum Corps at the Centerville HS Stadium!
Garden Bros Circus
Thursday, July 31 2025
GARDEN BROS CIRCUS ~ World's Largest Circus Under the World's Largest Big Top ~ A Family Tradition for Over 100 Years!
Art in the City
Saturday, August 02 2025
Free Family-Friendly Event! Art in the City, a celebration of downtown Dayton's visual and performing arts communities.
Chambers DesLauriers w/ Heather Redman & the Reputation Opening
Saturday, August 02 2025
Art in the City - Free Concert at the Levitt Dayton
Pinche Pinchadiscos with Rubén Albarrán
Thursday, August 07 2025
Free concert at the Levitt Pavilion Dayton
