Dayton Arts & Entertainment News
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WATCH: Dayton Philharmonic Virtual Orchestra - Hang on Sloopy!
Conductor Neal Gittleman leads the Dayton Philharmonic Virtual Orchestra in a performance of "Hang On Sloopy" during the unprecedented time of COVID-19.
2020 Germanfest Picnic still a go, organizers monitoring situation
Organizers for the Germanfest Picnic in Dayton say they are still planning to party in August, though they are monitoring the coronavirus threat.
2020 Dayton Celtic Festival still on, for now
Event organizers say they are planning to proceed with downtown's largest summer festival, though no final decision has been made.
Charleston Falls to temporarily close due to overcrowding
Charleston Falls Nature Preserve has seen attendance soar over recent days. Now the park will close.
Sugar Maple Festival in Bellbrook canceled due coronavirus
Due to circumstances beyond our control in response to the Covid-19 Pandemic, the 42nd Annual Sugar Maple Festival has been cancelled.
Dayton Metro Library suspend operations temporarily
Dayton Metro Library is temporarily suspending operations due to coronavirus starting at 6 p.m. Friday.
Dayton performing arts events venues closed until further notice
Coronavirus (COVID-19) update - Dayton Live has postponed all upcoming events at the Schuster Center, Victoria Theatre, The Loft Theatre, and the PNC Arts Annex.
2020 WGI World Championships have been canceled
The 2020 WGI World Championships for Color Guard, Percussion, and Winds have been canceled due to public health concerns over coronavirus.
2020 Winners: Buckeye Vodka Battle of the Bartenders
Hundreds of guests filled the venue, eager to taste their way through the evening and cast their votes. But who won?
Broadway shows coming to Dayton for 2020-2021
Anastasia, The Lion King and Superstar are among the Broadway musicals coming to Dayton as part of the 2020-2021 Premier Health Broadway Series.
Victoria Theatre Association and Ticket Center Stage are now DAYTON LIVE
The Victoria Theatre Association announces a new name, and the list of Broadway shows coming to Dayton this year.
Dayton-area filmmakers win Oscar for 'American Factory'
Dayton-area filmmakers Julia Reichert and Steven Bognar have won an Oscar for 'American Factory' documentary.
Behind the Scenes of The Color Purple with Chédra Arielle
The character that inspired Chédra Arielle to pursue a career in theatre is who she's playing in her first national tour.
The Simon & Garfunkel Story
Schuster Center April 15, 2020 - A moving and powerful concert featuring all the hits including “Mrs. Robinson,” “Cecilia,” “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” “Homeward Bound,” and many more.
Triangle Park: Site of First Game In The NFL
On October 3, 1920, the Dayton Triangles made history when they hosted the Columbus Panhandles at Triangle Park in Dayton, Ohio.
Review: Rent 20th Anniversary Tour
Mike Woody reviews "Rent 20th Anniversary Tour", now at the Schuster Center through January 26.
Grammy-Nominated Children's Performer at the Main Library
GRAMMY nominee Zak Morgan's unique brand of children's music delivers songs and poems with wit and charm that inspire and tickle the funny bones of children and adults alike.
Broadway in Dayton: RENT at the Schuster January 21-26
The 20th Anniversary Tour of ‘Rent' is coming to Dayton's Schuster Center, starring Aiyana Smash who ever so fittingly is also celebrating her second decade on earth.
Dayton Art Institute Announces 2020 Exhibitions
Dayton Art Institute exhibitions in 2020 includes Japanese woodblock prints, art of the American West and a unique take on some of the biggest names in 20th century modern art.
Review: The SpongeBob Musical
Mike Woody reviews 'The SpongeBob Musical' - at The Schuster Center through this Sunday, November 24.
