Theater & Performing Arts around Dayton

Find upcoming events in the Dayton area, including performing arts, art exhibits around Dayton, Ohio and the Miami Valley.

Performing Arts in Dayton

DRUM TAO

DRUM TAO

Wednesday, March 20 2024

Tao's modern, high-energy performances showcasing the ancient art of Japanese drumming have transfixed audiences worldwide.

Young People's Concert: A Salute to Teachers (and Students)

Young People's Concert: A Salute to Teachers (and Students)

Wednesday, March 20 2024

In this family-friendly concert, we pay homage to teachers-and the students they nurture-by highlighting some famous student-teacher composer duos.

Guys and Dolls

Guys and Dolls

Thursday, March 21 2024

Combined with La Comedia's delicious buffet, the classic Broadway musical Guys and Dolls is the perfect "Taste of Broadway."

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Thursday, March 21 2024

We welcome spring with the Tony- and Drama Desk Award-winning 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, where audience members will participate in the fun of a middle school spelling bee.

Captain Louie Jr.

Captain Louie Jr.

Friday, March 22 2024

A delightfully fresh and touching story about friendship – the ability to make new friends and the importance of old ones. This production is recommended for all ages.

Easter Resurrection Celebration Musical & Drama - Hillcrest Baptist Church of Carlisle

Easter Resurrection Celebration Musical & Drama - Hillcrest Baptist Church of Carlisle

Friday, March 22 2024

Easter Resurrection Celebration Musical & Drama Fri, Sat & Sun, Mar 22, 23, 24 at 7pm Admission is free! Hillcrest Baptist Church Music & Drama Ministry "He is Risen" Matt 28:6 Make plans to join us!

First Person Program Series

First Person Program Series

Friday, March 22 2024

Learn about notable people of the past from presenters! Each program begins at 7 p.m. and includes dessert. Registration required. $17 / members, $20 / non-members.

Flight of the Lawnchair Man

Flight of the Lawnchair Man

Friday, March 22 2024

Jerry's just an ordinary guy with an ordinary job and an extraordinary dream. Dayton Theatre Guild presents Flight of the Lawnchair Man Mar 22–Apr 7, 2024

Kettering Children's Theatre: Robin Hood

Kettering Children's Theatre: Robin Hood

Friday, March 22 2024

A hysterical, sprawling, action-packed story about the conflicting legends and ballads of the outlaw folk hero. This includes a wise-cracking, swordsperson, Marian and Robin Hood who only by chance finds himself the hero.

The Celtic Tenors

The Celtic Tenors

Saturday, March 23 2024

DPO SuperPops Series: Three tenors, one voice! The charismatic, globe-trotting trio is the most successful classical crossover act to emerge from Ireland.

The Princess Bride: An Inconceivable Evening with Cary Elwes

The Princess Bride: An Inconceivable Evening with Cary Elwes

Sunday, March 24 2024

Don't be a "Humperdinck", make haste to see The Princess Bride: An Inconceivable Evening with Cary Elwes for a night you will always "tweasure".

West Side Story

West Side Story

Thursday, March 28 2024

La Comedia's "Taste of Broadway" combines a delicious buffet with live performances of the Broadway classic "West Side Story." With seating for over 600, La Comedia is Ohio's only professional dinner theatre.

Welcome to the Bonton Hotel

Welcome to the Bonton Hotel

Friday, March 29 2024

Welcome to The Bonton Hotel! What simple pleasures away you? The Bon Ton is a live immersive theater experience, featuring classic erotic literature, burlesque, and so many secrets...

Curatorial Conversations

Curatorial Conversations

Saturday, March 30 2024

Join us for sparkling conversation in the galleries, followed by a champagne toast, in this new series of talks.

Five Lesbians Eating A Quiche

Five Lesbians Eating A Quiche

Thursday, April 04 2024

MAGNOLIA THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS award-winning comedy Five Lesbians Eating A Quiche at the PNC ARTS ANNEX in downtown Dayton. Recommended for ages 14+

Total Eclipse: The Sun and The Planets

Total Eclipse: The Sun and The Planets

Friday, April 05 2024

A celestial celebration honoring the Total Solar Eclipse on April 8 - Dayton Philharmonic Masterworks Series.

ArtsGala at Wright State University

ArtsGala at Wright State University

Saturday, April 06 2024

Featuring over 400 student artists & performers, ArtsGala provides patrons a unque opportunity to enjoy 11 live performances, 9 dining experiences, a silent auction, and much more!

Dwyer School of Irish Dance FREE Class

Dwyer School of Irish Dance FREE Class

Saturday, April 06 2024

Have you always wanted to try Irish Dance? Come try a class for FREE! Ages 4 years and up are welcome. We offer family discounts for adult dancers with youth dancers!

The Texas Tenors: 15th Anniversary Tour

The Texas Tenors: 15th Anniversary Tour

Saturday, April 06 2024

The Texas Tenors make a highly anticipated return to the APAC to celebrate 15 years of music and friendship!

Tina - The Tina Turner Musical

Tina - The Tina Turner Musical

Tuesday, April 09 2024

Broadway in Dayton: The Tina Turner Musical at the Schuster Center APR 9 - APR 14, 2024.

Bob Ross Auto Group Jazz & Beyond Concerts at DAI

Bob Ross Auto Group Jazz & Beyond Concerts at DAI

Thursday, April 11 2024

Featuring a great mix of familiar favorites and new faces from the region's jazz scene. We're excited to welcome the Bob Ross Auto Group back as series sponsor!

WGI Sport of the Arts World Championships

WGI Sport of the Arts World Championships

Thursday, April 11 2024

WGI Sport of the Arts World Championships come to Dayton two weekends in April. Color Guard Apr 11-13, Percussion & Winds Apr 18-23.

Dayton Ballet: New Beginnings

Dayton Ballet: New Beginnings

Friday, April 12 2024

New Beginnings offers a glimpse of the exciting new era that lies before the Dayton Ballet.

Paul Reiser: An Evening of Comedy

Paul Reiser: An Evening of Comedy

Saturday, April 13 2024

An evening of comedy with actor, TV writer, author, and beloved comedian Paul Reiser.

Jerry Seinfeld at The Schuster

Jerry Seinfeld at The Schuster

Friday, April 19 2024

Seinfeld, best known for the long-running sitcom which ran on NBC will be performing at The Schuster Center in downtown Dayton.

One Man, Two Guvnors

One Man, Two Guvnors

Friday, April 19 2024

Brighton, England. 1963. Change is in the air, and Francis Henshall is looking to make his mark. One Man, Two Guvnors-Presented by Beavercreek Community Theatre.

Dayton Opera: Puccini's Tosca

Dayton Opera: Puccini's Tosca

Saturday, April 20 2024

Dayton Opera presents Puccini's Tosca-a thrilling roller-coaster ride of political intrigue, passion, and betrayal, filled with some of the most ravishing music in opera.

Dinosaur World Live

Dinosaur World Live

Sunday, April 21 2024

Dare to experience the dangers and delights of DINOSAUR WORLD LIVE in this roarsome interactive show for all the family.

Spring Concert

Spring Concert

Monday, April 22 2024

Kettering Civic Band Spring Concert on April 22, 2024, featuring Rhapsody in Blue and other classics

InnovaTheatre presents: American Idiot

InnovaTheatre presents: American Idiot

Wednesday, April 24 2024

You are not going to want to miss this one! INNOVAtheatre presents Green Day’s American Idiot at the Sorg Opera House - Mark your calendars for the last week of April!

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