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Sister Act @ The Schuster

Sister Act @ The Schuster

Coming direct from Broadway, SISTER ACT is the feel-amazing musical comedy smash that the New York Post calls ''ridiculously fun'', and audiences are jumping to their feet in total agreement! - Recommend Ages 9 and up.

Mother Superior in Sister Act by Divine Intervention

Mother Superior in Sister Act by Divine Intervention

More than just her talents. Lynne Wintersteller believes that some divine intervention earned her the role of Mother Superior in the national tour of 'Sister Act,' which is at the Schuster Center, January 28-February 2.

Walt Willey @ Dayton Funny Bone Comedy Club

Walt Willey @ Dayton Funny Bone Comedy Club

People's Choice, Mr. Willey co-hosted Live! with Regis and Kelly alongside his former All My Children co-star Kelly Ripa, and the 20th Anniversary Daytime Emmy Awards with Susan Lucci.

It's a Wonderful Life at Victoria Theatre

It's a Wonderful Life at Victoria Theatre

December 3-15, 2013 at Victoria Theatre - This beloved American holiday classic comes to captivating life as a live 1940s radio broadcast – complete with jazzy radio jingles, hilarious commercials, and a glamorous cast. Ages 6 and up.

REVIEW - The Hunger Games: Catching Fire

REVIEW - The Hunger Games: Catching Fire

The Hunger Games is one of those rare gems of modern science fiction and fantasy with a fully fleshed out, living, breathing universe that seems as real as the one we are living in.

Arts and culture are the key ingredients

Arts and culture are the key ingredients

Hundreds packed out downtown's historic Victoria Theatre last Friday for the inaugural TEDxDayton - and the message was clear: Dayton needs its culture to survive.

War Horse at the Schuster Center

War Horse at the Schuster Center

October 22-27, 2013 at The Schuster - A heart-warming tale of loyalty and friendship, WAR HORSE tells the story of young Albert and his beloved horse, Joey. Suitable for ages 12 and up.

Behind the Scenes: War Horse

Behind the Scenes: War Horse

Mike Woody goes behind the scenes with Maria Elena Ramirez, who plays the role of Rose, Albert's mother, in the epic theatrical production of 'War Horse' .

Over The Rhine at the Victoria Theatre

Over The Rhine at the Victoria Theatre

Cincinnati based band Over the Rhine is returning to the Victoria Theatre Saturday, October 5th, the only Dayton stop on their Meet Me at the Edge of the World tour.

Little Art Theatre Open House and Grand Reopening Celebration

Little Art Theatre Open House and Grand Reopening Celebration

The Wait Is Finally Over! Free old-time movies and cartoons, free popcorn and more! Premiere of the new short ''Welcome to the Little Art,'' 7 p.m.!

Mumford & Sons Gentlemen of the Road Stopover

Mumford & Sons Gentlemen of the Road Stopover

Sometimes a concert becomes more than an entertainment event. For those of us who attended the Gentlemen of the Road Stopover in Troy, we will take away from this weekend a memory that will last a lifetime.

2013 Gentlemen of the Road Music Festival

2013 Gentlemen of the Road Music Festival

Join us Labor Day weekend - Troy Memorial Stadium - Friday August 30 - Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros - and Saturday August 31st, 2013 - Mumford & Sons.

Paint. Drink. Have Fun.

Paint. Drink. Have Fun.

A new shop opens today at the Dayton Mall, and it's the kind of place you'll want to bring a paintbrush - and a bottle of wine.

Rockstar Pro Wrestling

Rockstar Pro Wrestling

Where else can you see 300 pound men in tights, women pulling each other's hair and the audience united in synchronized chants... besides the Jerry Springer Show, the only place is professional wrestling.

Final 2013 Springboro Concert in the Park: The Rusty Griswolds

Final 2013 Springboro Concert in the Park: The Rusty Griswolds

This Tuesday is the last concert of the 2013 Springboro Concert in the Park Series. It is going to be a totally awesome '80s music party so put on your gnarly parachute pants and Thriller jacket and come join the fun. It's the Rusty Griswolds!

Iconic ‘80s Rocker John Waite Performs at The Fraze Pavilion

Iconic ‘80s Rocker John Waite Performs at The Fraze Pavilion

Fraze Pavilion in Kettering, Ohio. Tickets were only $5.00 as part of their Friday night concert series (What? That is crazy talk! Crazy talk I tell ya!). John Waite didn't disappoint.

Dayton Dragons Shine in Gem City

Dayton Dragons Shine in Gem City

Entering the team's 14th season in Dayton, the Dragons baseball franchise has been nothing but a major success; the team has the longest sellout streak in professional sports, as of today 955 and counting.

Family Fun @ Scene 75

Family Fun @ Scene 75

Scene 75 is the best indoor entertainment center I have ever visited. They offer an incredible number of activities for the whole family to have fun - and it's right here in Dayton!

How safe is that public Wi-Fi?

How safe is that public Wi-Fi?

Everyday millions of us tap into a public network at a coffee shop, a hotel, or some other public location. We never really think twice about whether or not that network is really safe and secure. And then, something goes wrong.

Family Fun on the Farm

Family Fun on the Farm

Like most families, when the weather finally breaks, you start looking for the most fun and most affordable ways to spend your time together outdoors. My family recently took a trip to Young's Jersey Dairy.

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