Theater & Performing Arts around Dayton
From the hushed anticipation of a rising curtain to the thunderous roar of a standing ovation, the Dayton performing arts scene punches well above its weight. Discover Broadway shows, contemporary dance performances, local community theater, and more. This is Dayton Local's comprehensive guide to all upcoming theatre and performing arts events in the Miami Valley, providing the latest showtimes, venue schedules, and ticket information in one convenient place. Your front-row seat to the best Dayton events starts at Dayton Local.
Performing Arts in Dayton
Clue
Tuesday, November 24 2026
Broadway in Dayton ✨ Murder and blackmail are on the menu when six mysterious guests assemble at Boddy Manor for a night they’ll never forget! CLUE is at The Schuster Nov 24 - Nov 29, 2026
A Christmas Story: The Musical
Friday, December 04 2026
Based on the beloved Christmas classic, A CHRISTMAS STORY: THE MUSICAL is coming to the Schuster Center December 4-6, 2026.
Eaton Boosters Annual Holiday Craft Show & Music Festival
Saturday, December 05 2026
3 gyms with over 75 vendors. Musical performances throughout the day. Concession, bake sale, raffle, silent auction.
Kettering Civic Band Winter Concert at KFHS
Saturday, December 05 2026
Kettering Civic Band Concert Saturday, December 5, 2026, at Kettering Fairmont High School Auditorium. Directed by Catherine Abner.
Reindeer Sessions
Wednesday, December 09 2026
Play by Eric Ulloa. "You won't look at Blitzen and Rudolph the same way again..."
Luminare Christmas
Saturday, December 12 2026
Join us for an unforgettable evening with Luminare Christmas at the Arbogast Performing Arts Center on Dec 12 at 7 PM.
Handels Messiah with the Dayton Philharmonic
Wednesday, December 16 2026
Enjoy an annual holiday tradition with the Dayton Philharmonic Chamber Orchestra and Choir under the twinkling lights of the Schuster.
Hell's Kitchen
Tuesday, January 26 2027
Broadway in Dayton ✨ Welcome to HELL’S KITCHEN, the hit musical from 17-time Grammy® Award winning Alicia Keys – inspired by her life, her music, and her community.
A Midsummer Night's Dream
Wednesday, February 03 2027
Play by William Shakespeare. "A beachy reimagining of Shakespeare's beloved romantic comedy." February 3 – 14, 2027
Hamilton - Broadway in Dayton
Tuesday, March 30 2027
The unforgettable story of passion, unstoppable ambition, and the dawn of a new nation, seen by more than 28 million people around the world. HAMILTON returns to The Schuster in downtown Dayton Mar 30 - Apr 11, 2027
