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September 17, 2026 · 3:12 pm

SALEM: Blood to Drink at Human Race Theatre Company Runs Oct. 14-25

SALEM: Blood to Drink
Human Race Theatre Company
Oct. 14-25
Loft Theatre [Dayton]

Written by Maggie Lou Rader

Cast: Caitlin McWethy as Elizabeth Proctor & Voices, Bryana Bentley as Sarah Good & Voices, Burgess Byrd as Bridget Bishop and Voices, Annie Fitzpatrick as Ann Foster & Voices and Gavin Hoffman as George Burroughs & Voices

The Salem witch trials are in full swing, and four accused women suddenly find themselves sharing a jail cell. What starts as a fight for survival quickly turns into a sharp, funny, and wildly unexpected look at fear, friendship, and who gets to tell the story. Darkly hilarious and surprisingly timely.

  • In preview Tue, Oct. 13 at 7:30pm – Pay What You Can
  • Wed-Fri, Oct. 14-16 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Oct. 17 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, Oct. 18 at 2pm
  • Tue-Sat, Oct. 20-24 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, Oct. 25 at 2pm

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September 16, 2026 · 5:09 pm

MRS. MANNERLY at Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati Runs Oct. 13-Nov. 1

MRS. MANNERLY
Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati
Oct. 13-Nov. 1
[Over-the-Rhine]

Cast: Raymond McAnally as Jeffrey/Others & Dale Hodges as Mrs. Mannerly

Travel back to 1967 with Jeffrey Hatcher’s charming comedy, Mrs. Mannerly! Set in Steubenville, Ohio, this autobiographical play follows nine-year-old Jeffrey as he tackles the rigorous etiquette class of the formidable Mrs. Mannerly, a teacher with a mysterious past and zero tolerance for rudeness. Through mischief, determination, and surprising friendship, Jeffrey learns that manners are about more than just forks and napkins; they’re lessons in life, respect, and self-discovery. Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati brings back one of the most popular productions in its history, with Raymond McAnally and Dale Hodges reprising their roles from the sold-out run. Packed with sharp wit, heartwarming moments, and nostalgic humor, Mrs. Mannerly is a delightful romp that proves good manners—and laughter—never go out of style.

  • In preview, Tue, Oct. 13 at 7pm
  • Wed-Fri, Oct. 14-16 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Oct. 17 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, Oct. 18 at 2pm
  • Tue-Fri, Oct. 20-23 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Oct. 24 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, Oct. 25 at 2pm
  • Tue-Fri, Oct. 27-30 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Oct. 31 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, Nov. 1 at 2pm

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September 16, 2026 · 5:08 pm

DRACULA: A Comedy of Terrors at Cincinnati Shakespeare Company Runs Oct. 9-31

Chris Guthrie as Dracula. Photo by Mikki Schafffner.

DRACULA: A Comedy of Terrors
Cincinnati Shakespeare Company
Oct. 9-31
[Over-the-Rhine]

Directed by Brian Isaac Phillips

Cast: Jasimine Bouldin as Lucy Westfeldt, Bill Chace as Dr. Westfeldt/Renfield, Chris Guthrie as Dracula, Candice Handy as Jonathan Harker & Kelly Mengelkoch as Mina Westfield/Dr. Van Helsing

Sink your teeth into a hilarious new take on the world’s most famous vampire! Filled with outrageous twists, playful innuendo, and more laughs than you can count, this delightful romp reimagines Bram Stoker’s gothic classic like you’ve never seen before. This dangerously debonair Dracula brings seductive chaos, proving that sometimes the Prince of Darkness can be as captivating as he is cunning. Join the hilarious hunt this Halloween season, where the only thing sharper than Dracula’s fangs are the gags that’ll leave you in stitches. Don’t miss the riotous ride that’s sure to leave you howling with laughter!

  • In preview, Wed, Oct. 7 at 7:30pm
  • In preview, Wed, Oct. 8 at 6:30pm
  • Fri, Oct. 9 at 6:30pm
  • Sat. Oct. 10 at 2pm
  • Thu-Fri, Oct. 15-16 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Oct. 17 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, Oct. 18 at 2pm
  • Thu-Fri, Oct. 22-23 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Oct. 24 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, Oct. 25 at 2pm
  • Wed-Fri, Oct. 28-30 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Oct. 31 at 2pm & 7:30pm

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September 16, 2026 · 5:08 pm

THE THIN PLACE at Dayton Theatre Guild Runs Oct. 9-25

THE THIN PLACE
Dayton Theatre Guild
Oct. 9-25
[Dayton]

Directed by Shannon Fent

Cast: Caitlin Larsen Deer, Frank Maranje, Lynn Vanderpool and Alexis Whitney

Everyone who ever died is still here, just in a different part of here, and Linda can communicate with them. With acuity and relentless curiosity, this chilling play transforms the theater into an intimate séance, crafting an unnerving testament to the power of the mind and the fragile boundary between our world and the other one.

  • Fri-Sat, Oct. 9-10 at 8pm
  • Sun, Oct. 11 at 3pm
  • Fri, Oct. 16 at 8pm
  • Sat, Oct. 17 at 5pm
  • Sun, Oct. 18 at 3pm
  • Fri, Oct. 23 at 8pm
  • Sat, Oct. 17 at 5pm
  • Sun, Oct. 18 at 3pm

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September 16, 2026 · 5:08 pm

Disney & Cameron Mackintosh’s MARY POPPINS JR at The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati Runs Oct. 9-25

Disney & Cameron Mackintosh’s MARY POPPINS JR
The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati
Oct. 9-25
Emery Theatre [Over-the-Rhine]

Directed by Roderick Justice

Everyone’s favorite practically perfect nanny takes flight in this delightful adaptation of the Broadway and West End smash hit. Based on the books by P.L. Travers and Disney film, the unforgettable characters and songs including “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious,” “A Spoonful of Sugar,” and “Step in Time,” will lift your spirits and take your imagination sky high! 

  • Fri, Oct. 9 at 7pm
  • Sat, Oct. 10 at 2pm & 5pm
  • Sun, Oct. 11 at 2pm
  • Sat, Oct. 17 at 11am & 2pm
  • Sun, Oct. 18 at 2pm
  • Sat, Oct. 24 at 2pm & 5pm
  • Sun, Oct. 25 at 2pm

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