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
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.
Mahler’s First Symphony - Dayton Philharmonic
Saturday, January 16 2027
First performed in Budapest in 1889, Mahler's first symphonic outing couldn't help but reflect the tone of the changing cultural and political climate of the late 19th century.
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
What Became of Us
Wednesday, April 07 2027
Play by Shayan Lotfi. REGIONAL PREMIERE. "Same childhood. Different futures. The cost of becoming yourself."
