The local theater scene in Central Ohio is one of kind and well worthy of several “bravos” and “bravas.” Watch as the curtains are drawn open and the spotlight hits the stage!
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Break a leg, Columbus!
Here’s a guide to upcoming theater shows in Columbus and Central OH this month and beyond:
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Theater in Columbus and Central OH This Month & Beyond
Back to the Future: The Musical
Thu, Jan 8 +more dates • 7:30 pm
Ohio Theatre • 39 East State Street Columbus, 43215
Other
Frozen: The Musical
Thu, Jan 8 +more dates • 7:30 pm
Admission starts at: $21.50Madlab • 227 North 3rd Street Columbus, 43215
Other
Bangers: The Best Sketch Comedy and Music of 2025
Thu, Jan 8 +more dates • 7:30 pm
Shadowbox Live • 503 South Front Street Columbus, 43215
Other
Rock Hits and Power Ballads
Fri, Jan 9 - Sat, Jan 10 • 8:00 pm
Riffe Center • 77 South High Street Columbus, 43215
Other
Latin Rhythms and Hollywood Drama
Fri, Jan 16 - Sat, Jan 17 • 7:30 pm
Ohio Theatre • 39 East State Street Columbus, 43215
Other
Latin Rhythms and Hollywood Drama
Fri, Jan 16 - Sat, Jan 17 • 7:30 pm
Ohio Theatre • 39 East State Street Columbus, 43215
Other
Come From Away
Thu, Jan 22 +more dates • 7:00 pm
Short North Stage • 1187 North High Street Columbus, 43201
Other
CSYO Youth Orchestra Concert
Sun, Jan 25 • 3:00 pm
Admission starts at: $10Riffe Center • 77 South High Street Columbus, 43215
Other
Les Misérables
Tue, Jan 27 +more dates • 7:30 pm
Ohio Theatre • 39 East State Street Columbus, 43215
Other
Available Light Theatre
Fri, Jan 30 - Sun, Feb 1 • Times Vary
Admission starts at: $12Wexner Center for the Arts • 1871 North High Street Columbus, 43210
Other
Peter Pan 2026
Fri, Feb 13 +more dates • 11:00 am
Ohio Theatre • 39 East State Street Columbus, 43215
Other
Did we miss one? Did one of these events get cancelled? Send us a note!
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