If there was a rule about music in place, John Cage found a way to break or at least tease it, posing fundamental questions about the relationships between art and real life. In a style emulative of Cage’s indeterminate “happenings,” John Cage 101 tells the story of...
Theater
Bangers: The Best Sketch Comedy and Music of 2025
Kick off the new year with a high-voltage highlight reel! Bangers brings you the absolute best of Shadowbox Live’s razor-sharp sketch comedy and show-stopping musical moments from seasons past — plus fresh surprises that keep the laughs coming. It’s the ultimate party...
Frozen: The Musical
Discover the Magic of Frozen: The Musical Step into the enchanted world of Arendelle as Disney’s Frozen: The Musical brings the beloved story to life onstage with breathtaking visuals, show-stopping choreography, and soaring new songs. Follow the courageous journey of...
Les Misérables
STILL THE WORLD’S MOST POPULAR MUSICAL Cameron Mackintosh presents the acclaimed production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg’s Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, Les Misérables. This brilliant staging has taken the world by storm and has been hailed as...
CSYO Youth Orchestra Concert
The Columbus Symphony Youth Orchestras are committed to supporting the lives of young musicians and their families through professional and enriching rehearsals and performances. We are here to serve and inspire the passionate music-makers of central Ohio and elevate...
Come From Away
Strap in for a whirlwind journey with “Come From Away,” the true story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them with open arms. When 38 planes are diverted to the tiny town of Gander on 9/11, the locals and the “come from...
Latin Rhythms and Hollywood Drama
Guest conductor Josep Vicent leads the orchestra in a captivating concert featuring Prokofiev’s vibrant Symphony No. 1 (“Classical”)—an echo of the elegant 18th-century musical style. Korngold’s emotionally rich Violin Concerto will delight you and elevate the evening...
Rock Hits and Power Ballads
Guided by Music Director Rossen Milanov, Columbus Symphony musicians, conductors, chorus, and renowned guest artists bring extraordinary talent, passion, and the highest standards of musicianship to enrich the community. The Columbus Symphony’s innovative programming...
Back to the Future: The Musical
Great Scott! Back to the Future, the beloved, cinematic classic is now a Broadway musical with its destination set for Columbus in 2026. Winner of the 2022 Olivier Award for Best New Musical, four WhatsOnStage Awards, including Best New Musical, and the Broadway World...
Latin Rhythms and Hollywood Drama
Josep Vicent, conductor Blake Pouliot, violin Anabella Petronsi, vocalist Griset Damas-Roche, flamenco dancer Falla: Three Cornered Hat Suite: Introduction and Jota (Final Dance) Korngold: Violin Concerto Falla: El amor brujo: Ballet Suite Márquez: Danzón No. 2 Guest...
Not So Silent Night
Shadowbox Live’s Not So Silent Night is a heartwarming holiday musical that brings the spirit of the season to life through the eyes of a small-town DJ spinning festive tunes on Christmas Eve. As DJ Joe Crow takes calls from a cast of colorful locals, the show blends...
Holiday Hoopla 2025
Celebrate the fun and dysfunction of the season with an evening of unforgettable live entertainment that has been Columbus’ non-traditional holiday tradition for over 35 years. This isn’t your typical yuletide fare — it’s an irreverent celebration that leaves...
The Nutcracker
Step into a world of holiday magic with our timeless production of The Nutcracker. This beloved classic takes the audience on a whimsical journey with Clara, the Nutcracker Prince, and a host of enchanting characters. For generations, families have made this...
The Wiz
“The Wiz”: Follow the Yellow Brick Road… If You Dare! Get ready to groove down the Yellow Brick Road with “The Wiz,” a funky, fresh, and fearless take on the classic tale of “The Wizard of Oz.” When Dorothy gets swept away to the magical land of Oz. But this isn’t...
Path of the Pioneer – A One-Man Play (World Premiere)
The historic Ohio pioneer, Jonathan Alder, comes to life in a new, original one-man play, “Path of the Pioneer!” A celebrity of the time mystified by hobby historians and neighbors alike, Jonathan invites the audience to share an evening with him at his home to set...
Path of the Pioneer – A One-Man Play (Preview)
The historic Ohio pioneer, Jonathan Alder, comes to life in a new, original one-man play, “Path of the Pioneer!” A celebrity of the time mystified by hobby historians and neighbors alike, Jonathan invites the audience to share an evening with him at his home to set...
