Dayton Arts & Entertainment News
Highlighting arts and entertainment news around Dayton and the Miami Valley.
Entertainment in Dayton
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.
Have you discovered an Esther Price Golden Ticket?
Step aside Willy Wonka, Esther Price is on a mission to make the dreams of chocolate lovers in the Miami Valley come true this holiday season.
SpongeBob: The Musical now through this weekend at The Schuster
Audiences can take in all the sights and sounds of SpongeBob: The Musical at the Schuster Center, November 19-24.
Review: Once on This Island
Mike Woody reviews ‘Once on This Island', which continues at the Schuster Center through October 27.
Celebrate Halloween with The Dayton Ballet
Phantom Dances is a repertoire of five works choreographed by Karen Russo Burke, Nicole Haskins, Penny Saunders, and Amy Seiwert showcasing the dancers athleticism and artistry.
Levitt Pavilion Dayton Celebrates a Successful First Full Season
The 2019 Eichelberger Concert Season of 53 concerts had over 58,000 people in attendance
Dayton Tornado Relief Benefit Show featuring Christian Magician Brad Brown
Brad Brown, an internationally famous Christian magician, will perform a benefit show to support tornado relief efforts in Dayton.
The magic of glass with JLM Glass Studio
Local glassblower Josh Merritt hopes to build a self-sustaining studio where community members can experience the magic of glass art. See Josh at ArtFest on September 15.
The therapy of public art with The Mural Machine
Tiffany Clark, owner of The Mural Machine is passionate about positively impacting the city of Dayton through the therapy of public art. See Tiffany at ArtFest on September 15.
Customized escape rooms for fundraising with Doom's Rooms
Co-creators of Doom's Rooms, Jen Doom and Holly Underwood, create customized escape rooms for fundraising, team building and fun. See them at ArtFest on September 15.
Dayton Art Institute $5 Admission on First Thursdays
$5 Thursdays are part of the museum's ongoing centennial celebrations
Review: The Book of Mormon - at the Schuster this weekend
Hilarious, brilliant. ‘The Book of Mormon' isn't for everybody, but if you've seen any episode of South Park and liked it, this is the musical for you.
