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November 10, 2025 · 6:24 pm

THE WORLD GOES ‘ROUND Runs Dec. 4-6

3d rendering Colorful Globe Sphere on Blue BackgroundTHE WORLD GOES ‘ROUND
UC College-Conservatory of Music
Dec. 4-6
Cohen Family Studio Theater [University Heights]

Directed & choreographed by Josh Walden

Enter the world of one of the most prolific writing teams in musical theatre history — Tony Award-winning duo John Kander and Fred Ebb. After ten years, a group of friends return to their alma mater to put on a gala celebration of the highly successful songwriting duo. As the friends reunite, they find themselves navigating their professional successes, personal failures, unresolved relationships and everything else that rises to the surface when you return to where it all began. Filled with humor, romance, drama and nonstop melody, this revue is a celebration of life and the fighting spirit that keeps us all going. From Cabaret to Chicago, the nonstop hit-parade features unforgettable gems, including “Mr. Cellophane,” “Maybe This Time,” “Cabaret” and “New York, New York,” seamlessly interwoven into a passionate, harmonious, up-tempo evening of musical theatre.

  • Thu-Fri, Dec. 4-5 at 8pm
  • Sat, Dec. 6 at 1pm & 8pm

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November 6, 2025 · 6:49 pm

IT’S FRITZ Runs Dec. 3-31

IT’S FRITZ
Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati
Dec. 3-31
[Over-the-Rhine]

Written by Zina Camblin
Composed & Lyrics by 

Directed by D. Lynn Meyers
Music directed by Steve Goers
Choreographed by Dee Anne Bryll

Cast: Char Adams as Dudley/Kudu, Krishangi Allin as Baby Kudu/Zoo Goer, Michael G. Bath as Hugh, Troian Butler as Fritz, Grace Caccavari as Baby Cheetah/Zoo Goer, Abigail Dirr as Baby Cheetah/Zoo Goer, Montez Jenkins Copeland as Raffe/Dr. Cornelius, TaShauna Ajoi Jenkins as Bearcat, Brandi La’Sherrill as Zoe, Sara Mackie as Bibi, Elliet Malatesta as Baby Cheetah/Zoo Goer, Andrew Maloney as Pelican/Zander, Maddi O’Connell as Fiona, KG Rucker as Audrey/Reporter, R. DeAndré Smith as Tucker, Brooke Steele as Colobus Monkey/Diana, Allyson van Haaren as Baby Sloth/Zoo Goer

Everyone knows Fiona the hippo, but her little brother Fritz is still figuring out who he wants to be. In this new family-friendly musical, Hippo Cove’s newest arrival is ready to wade out of the background and into his own big moment. Having a world-famous big sister, though, makes Fritz wonder if there’s any spotlight left for him. When he sets out to find what makes him special, the path isn’t always clear, but with some help from the zoo’s colorful cast of animals, Fritz discovers that standing out starts by listening, learning, and leaning on those who believe in you. Full of humor and heart—and a few muddy puddles along the way!—this is a story about family, finding your place, and the courage it takes to create your own splash. Suitable for general audiences. IT’S FRITZ is a fun, family-friendly musical with playful humor and positive messages about self-discovery, sibling dynamics, and finding your voice. Due to the full-length nature of the show, children under 4 cannot be admitted.

  • In preview Sat, Nov 22 at 2pm
  • In preview Sat, Nov 29 at 2pm
  • Wed-Fri, Dec. 3-5 at 7pm
  • Sat, Dec. 6 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Sun, Dec. 7 at 2pm
  • Tue-Fri, Dec. 9-12 at 7pm
  • Sat, Dec. 13 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Sun, Dec. 14 at 2pm
  • Tue-Fri, Dec. 16-19 at 7pm
  • Sat, Dec. 20 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Sun, Dec. 21 at 2pm
  • Tue, Dec. 23 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Fri-Sat, Dec. 26-27 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Sun, Dec. 28 at 2pm
  • Mon-Tue, Dec. 29-30 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Sun, Dec. 31 at 2pm

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November 6, 2025 · 6:32 pm

BECAUSE YOU’RE MINE Runs Dec. 3-23

BECAUSE YOU’RE MINE
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
Dec. 3-23
Rosenthal Shelterhouse Theatre [Eden Park]

Created by Matt Cusack & Allison Kelly

Celebrate the great loves and love songs in country music. Versatile, multi-instrumental performers bring their amazing talent and passion for country music to the Rosenthal Shelterhouse stage in this intimate, musical revue. From iconic duos to contemporary torch songs, BECAUSE YOU’RE MINE features singers and songwriters like: Johnny Cash and June Carter, Dolly Parton and Porter Wagoner, George Jones and Tammy Wynette, Conway Twitty and Loretta Lynn, John Prine and Iris DeMent, and so many more. This limited-run ode to country music is sure to be an entertaining and popular night out during the holiday season. If you loved Ring of Fire: The Music of Johnny Cash, don’t miss it! Recommended for ages 13 and up. This celebration of romance and love songs includes some mature themes as they relate to the adult relationships.

  • Wed-Fri, Dec. 3-5 at 7:30pm
  • Sat-Sun, Dec. 6-7 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Tue, Dec. 9 at 7:30pm
  • Wed, Dec. 10 at 1pm & 7:30pm
  • Thu-Fri, Dec. 11-12 at 7:30pm
  • Sat-Sun, Dec. 13-14 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Tue-Fri, Dec. 16-19 at 7:30pm
  • Sat-Sun, Dec. 20-21 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Mon-Tue, Dec. 22-23 at 2pm & 7:30pm

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November 4, 2025 · 5:11 pm

A CHRISTMAS CAROL Runs Nov. 7-16

A CHRISTMAS CAROL
The Lamplight Theater Company
Nov. 7-16
Madeira-Silverwood Presbyterian Church

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Set in 1946, the WBFR Radio Station, part of the golden age of radio, in snowy New York City is set to tell the tale on Christmas Eve over the airwaves when their live studio audience (you, the ticket holders) begin to experience the story unfolding around them.

  • Fri, Nov. 7 at 7pm
  • Sat, Nov. 8 at 6:30pm (includes dinner)
  • Sun, Nov. 9 at 3pm SOLD OUT
  • Fri, Nov. 14 at 7pm
  • Sat, Nov. 15 at 6:30pm (includes dinner) LIMITED AVAILABILITY
  • Sun, Nov. 15 at 3pm 

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October 29, 2025 · 5:37 pm

BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical Runs Dec. 2-7

BACK TO THE FUTURE The Musical
Broadway in Dayton
Dec. 2-7
Schuster Center [Dayton]

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Great Scott! Back to the Future, the beloved, cinematic classic is now a Broadway musical. Winner of the 2022 Olivier Award for Best New Musical, four WhatsOnStage Awards, including Best New Musical, and the Broadway World Award for Best New Musical, Back to the Future: The Musical is adapted for the stage by the iconic film’s creators Bob Gale (Back to the Future trilogy) and Robert Zemeckis (Forrest Gump) and directed by the Tony Award®-winner John Rando with original music by multi-Grammy® winners Alan Silvestri (Avengers: Endgame) and Glen Ballard (Michael Jackson’s “Man in the Mirror”), alongside hit songs from the movie including “The Power of Love,” “Johnny B. Goode,” “Earth Angel,” and “Back in Time.” When Marty McFly finds himself transported back to 1955 in a time machine built by the eccentric scientist Doc Brown, he accidentally changes the course of history. Now he’s in a race against time to fix the present, escape the past, and send himself… back to the future. When Back to the Future hits 88mph, it’ll change musical theatre history forever.

  • Tue-Wed, Dec. 2-3 at 7:30pm
  • Thu, Dec. 4 at 1pm & 7:30pm
  • Fri, Dec. 5 at 8pm
  • Sat, Dec. 6 at 2pm & 8pm
  • Sun, Dec. 7 at 1pm

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