ARTRAGEOUS at the Emery This June 26-28

 

CINCINNATI: Looking for a family outing that’s anything but ordinary this summer? The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati (TCT) invites audiences of all ages to experience ARTRAGEOUS. This 5-star, internationally touring sensation transforms the stage into an immersive experience and vibrant celebration of music, art, and creativity.

 

Coming to the reimagined Emery Theater for a limited engagement June 26–28, 2026, ARTRAGEOUS is one of the most exciting family events in Cincinnati this summer. With only three performances and limited seating available, families are encouraged to reserve their seats early.

 

Performances include:

This one-of-a-kind performance experience feels like a rock concert meets a live painting event. Featuring a troupe of world-class artists, musicians, singers, and performers, Artrageous combines live music, action painting, choreography, and audience participation into a fast-paced multimedia spectacle that turns the artistic process into live entertainment.

 

Critics have compared the show’s innovation and energy to Blue Man Group, while fans around the world continue to rave. Harrison Ford called the troupe, “You are amazing!” CBS declared, “Go see this show!” And the NBA All-Stars described the experience as “So spectacular! So immediate! So brilliantly creative!”

 

“Summer is the perfect time for families to try something new and create memories together,” said Kim Kern, President & CEO of The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati. “ARTRAGEOUS is pure joy. It’s colorful, interactive, and full of surprises. You’ll laugh, dance, sing along, and leave inspired to embrace your own creativity. It’s exactly the kind of experience families will remember long after summer ends.”

 

The fun doesn’t stop on the stage. Audience members may find themselves joining the troupe under the spotlight, discovering surprises throughout the performance, along with an opportunity to win a painting valued at $25,000 just by being there. Guests are encouraged to come dressed in their favorite DIY ARTRAGEOUS-inspired costumes to participate in the Costume Contest, and the first 100 attendees at each performance will receive a complimentary Adventure Kit.

 

Whether you’re a budding artist, music lover, or simply looking for a fresh way to spend time together this summer, ARTRAGEOUS offers an unforgettable experience that celebrates imagination, self-expression, and the joy of creating something together.

 

Tickets are on sale now and start at just $30. The show is comprised of two acts of 45 minutes each, with a 15-minute intermission, and a 15-minute live gallery onstage after the show. Due to the show’s limited engagement and limited seating availability, advance purchase is strongly recommended.

 

To purchase tickets, visit THECHILDRENSTHEATRE.COM or call The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati Box Office at 513-569-8080 x10.

 

Celebrating 106 years this season, The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati is the nation’s oldest professional theatre for young audiences and the only professional theatre in the region devoted entirely to children. Through Broadway-quality MainStage productions at the Emery Theater, TCT On Tour performances throughout the region, and TCT Academy education programs, TCT educates, entertains, and inspires audiences of all ages while awakening a lifelong love of theatre in the young and the young at heart.

 

The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati is proud to call the historic Emery Theater home. Following an extensive restoration, the Emery has emerged as the most technologically advanced proscenium-style theater in the country, blending cutting-edge theatrical technology with the timeless grandeur of one of Cincinnati’s most iconic performance venues.