Category Archives: On Stage

April 8, 2026 · 6:07 pm

RENT Runs May 8-16

RENT
Cincinnati Music Theatre
May 8-16
Aronoff Center Jarson-Kaplan Theatre [Downtown]

Directed by McLean Parr
Music Direction by Josh Toth
Vocal Direction by Lena Andrews
Produced by Brett Parr

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Based on Puccini’s beloved opera La Bohème, Rent follows the ups and downs of a year in the life of a group of impoverished, artistic friends living in Manhattan’s East Village. Jonathan Larson’s Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical will move audiences with the iconic chords of “Seasons of Love,” “I’ll Cover You,” and the thrilling, soaring score that is RENT!

  • Fri-Sat, May 8-9 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, May 10 at 2pm
  • Wed-Fri, May 13-15 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, May 16 at 2pm & 7:30pm

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April 8, 2026 · 6:04 pm

THE CURIOUS SAVAGE Runs May 7-24

THE CURIOUS SAVAGE
Mariemont Players
May 7-24
Walton Creek Theatre [Walton Creek]

Directed by Douglas Berlon

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When wealthy widow Ethel Savage decides to give away her fortune to strangers rather than her greedy stepchildren, chaos ensues. Placed in a sanatorium by her conniving heirs, Ethel finds unlikely allies in the quirky residents, who help her outsmart her scheming family. This delightful comedy blends heart and humor, celebrating kindness, individuality, and the joy of being unconventional. The Curious Savage is a laugh-out-loud, feel-good story that reminds us that true wealth lies in human connection.

  • Thu-Sat, May 7-9 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, May 10 at 2pm
  • Thu-Fri, May 14-15 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, May 16 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, May 17 at 2pm
  • Thu-Sat, May 21-23 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, May 24 at 2pm

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April 8, 2026 · 6:03 pm

MRS. DOUBTFIRE Runs May 5-10

MRS. DOUBTFIRE
Dayton Live Broadway Series
May 5-10
[Dayton]

Everyone’s favorite Scottish nanny is headed to Dayton in this internationally acclaimed hit musical critics call “wonderful, heart-warming, and laugh-out-loud funny” (Manchester Evening News) and “a feel-good, family-friendly comedy that delivers” (The Hollywood Reporter). Based on the beloved film, MRS. DOUBTFIRE tells the hysterical and heartfelt story of an out-of-work actor who will do anything for his kids. It’s “the lovable, big-hearted musical comedy we need right now,” raves the Chicago Tribune – one that proves we’re better together.

  • Tue-Thu, May 5-7 at 7:30pm
  • Fri, May 8 at 8pm
  • Sat, May 9 at 2pm & 8pm
  • Sun, May 10 at 1pm & 6:30pm

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April 8, 2026 · 6:02 pm

LIGHT UP THE SKY Runs May 2-18

LIGHT UP THE SKY
The Drama Workshop
May 2-18
Glenmore Playhouse [Cheviot]

Directed by Dane Rogers and Sarah Louise Rogers

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Moss Hart’s classic LIGHT UP THE SKY is a fast-paced, witty and ultimately loving look behind the scenes as a company performs and out-of-town tryout for a play they’re intending to open on Broadway. The stresses of a new show take the actors and director to the edge in hilarious fashion!

  • Fri-Sat, May 1-2 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, May 3 at 2pm
  • Fri-Sat, May 8-9 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, May 10 at 2pm
  • Thu-Sat, May 14-17 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, May 10 at 2pm

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April 8, 2026 · 5:59 pm

BEETLEJUICE JR. Runs May 1-17

BEETLEJUICE JR.
Town Hall Theatre
May 1-17
Washington Township Town Hall [Centerville]

Lydia Deetz is a strange and unusual teenager, still grieving the loss of her mother and obsessed with the whole “being dead thing.” Lucky for Lydia, she and her father move to a new house haunted by a recently deceased couple and Beetlejuice, a delightful demon with a real zest for life. When Lydia calls on Beetlejuice to scare away anyone with a pulse, this double-crossing specter shows his true stripes, unleashing a (Nether)world of pandemonium.

  • Fri, May 1 at 7pm (Beetle cast)
  • Sat-Sun, May 2-3 at 3pm (Juice cast)
  • Fri, May 8 at 7pm (Beetle cast)
  • Sat, May 9 at 11am (Beetle cast – Sensory Friendly Performance)
  • Sat, May 9 at 3pm (Beetle cast)
  • Sun, May 10 at 3pm (Juice cast)
  • Fri, May 15 at 7pm (Beetle cast)
  • Sat, May 16 at 3pm (Beetle cast)
  • Sun, May 17 at 3pm (Juice cast)

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