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October 14, 2026 · 5:31 pm

THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL at Cincinnati Music Theatre Runs Nov. 13-21

THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL
Cincinnati Music Theatre
Nov. 13-21
Aronoff Center Jarson-Kaplan Theatre [Downtown]

Directed & choreographed by Mike Fielder
Music Directed by Alan Masters
Produced by Amanda Emmons Shumate, Bethany Brown & Nathan Hess

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Based on the Nickelodeon animated television series SpongeBob SquarePants, The Spongebob Musical follows SpongeBob SquarePants’ attempts to avert a volcanic eruption that could potentially wipe out all life in Bikini Bottom. The musical has been called a “ginormous giggle of a show” that provides a good amount of “giddy, goofy fun” for all audiences.

  • Fri-Sat, Nov. 13-14 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, Nov. 15 at 2pm
  • Wed-Sat, Nov. 18-21 at 7:30pm

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October 14, 2026 · 5:30 pm

ABIGAIL FOR NOW at Center Stage Players Runs Nov. 13-21

ABIGAIL FOR NOW
Center Stage Players of Ohio
Nov. 13-21
Cincinnati Actor’s Studio & Academy [Avondale]

Directed by Faith Von Handorf
Produced by Mark & Jane Culp

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Abigail grapples with feeling like an outsider, and for good reason – she claims she is from another galaxy, here only to study human behavior. After her behavior intensifies, her parents place her in a psychiatric facility for adolescents. Despite her best efforts to isolate herself, Abigail forms a connection with another patient which leads her on a journey of self-discovery. As Abigail begins to listen and share, she gains powerful insights about belonging and the complexities of being human. Abigail, For Now is a poignant and surprising exploration of mental health, identity, and the search for connection in a world that often feels unfamiliar.

  • Fri-Sat, Nov. 13-14 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, Nov. 15 at 2pm
  • Thu-Sat, Nov. 19-21 at 78:30pm

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October 14, 2026 · 5:29 pm

PIPPIN at Anderson High School Runs Nov. 13-15

PIPPIN
Anderson High School
Nov. 13-15
Titus Auditorium [Anderson Township]

Directed by Nate Bissinger

Framed in the world of performance and acrobatics, Pippin shatters the fourth wall as a troupe of traveling players invite audiences into the world of a young prince in search of the meaning of life. Pippin is heir to the Frankish throne and he seeks glory and honor through war and political power. When Pippin usurps his father King Charlemagne the Great, however, his beliefs about life and leadership start to unravel.

  • Fri-Sat, Nov. 13-14 at 7pm
  • Sun, Nov. 15 at 3pm

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October 14, 2026 · 5:29 pm

SANTA CLAUS: The Musical and THE GIFT OF CHRISTMAS at La Comedia Dinner Theatre Runs Nov. 12-Dec. 28

SANTA CLAUS: The Musical and THE GIFT OF CHRISTMAS
La Comedia Dinner Theatre
Nov. 12-Dec. 28
[Springboro]

The first act of our holiday celebration is Santa Claus: The Musical. Santa has decided to retire but not all the elves in his workshop are thrilled with his chosen replacement. Packed with a sleigh-full of original Christmas music, Santa Claus: The Musical is sure to put you and your entire family in the holiday spirit!
After intermission, we  present The Gift of Christmas. This dramatic celebration of the true meaning of Christmas is highlighted by a musical narrative of the Nativity told through traditional carols and hymns. This unique Christmas celebration concludes with our traditional rendition of “O’ Holy Night.”

  • Thu-Fri, Nov. 12-13 at 10:30am & 5:30pm
  • Sat, Nov. 14 at 5:30pm
  • Sun, Nov. 15 at 10:30am & 5:30pm
  • Wed, Nov. 18 at 10:30am
  • Thu-Fri, Nov. 19-20 at 10:30am & 5:30pm
  • Sat, Nov. 21 at 5:30pm
  • Sun, Nov. 22 at 10:30am & 5:30pm
  • Fri, Nov. 27 at 5:30pm
  • Sat-Sun, Nov. 28-29 at 10:30am & 5:30pm
  • Wed, Dec. 2 at 10:30am
  • Thu-Sun, Dec. 3-6 at 10:30am & 5:30pm
  • Wed, Dec. 9 at 10:30am
  • Thu-Sun, Dec. 10-13 at 10:30am & 5:30pm
  • Wed, Dec. 16 at 10:30am
  • Thu-Sun, Dec. 17-20 at 10:30am & 5:30pm
  • Sat-Sun, Dec. 26-27 at 10:30am & 5:30pm
  • Mon, Dec. 28 at 10:30am & 5:30pm

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October 14, 2026 · 5:28 pm

RENT at UC College-Conservatory of Music Runs Nov. 12-14

RENT
UC College-Conservatory of Music
Nov. 12-14
Patricia Corbett Theater [University Heights]

Directed by Ray Hogg
Music direction by Jake Sinsky

La Vie Bohème! Based loosely on Puccini’s La Bohème, Jonathan Larson’s RENT shaped a generation of dreamers and taught us all to measure our life in love. The story follows a year in the life of a group of starving young artists and musicians struggling to survive and create in New York’s Lower East Side, under the shadow of HIV/AIDS. RENT is about falling in love, finding your voice and living for today. Winner of the Tony Award for Best Musical and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, the musical has become a pop cultural phenomenon with songs that rock and a story that resonates with audiences.

  • Thu-Fri, Nov. 12-13 at 8pm
  • Sat, Nov. 14 at 2pm & 8pm

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