Dayton Arts & Entertainment News
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Entertainment in Dayton
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.
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.
