Theatre

Mapping Scientific History

Jeff McGinnis

Rep Theatre show illuminates the work of an overlooked scientist.

Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella musical at Stranahan Theater

Athena Cocoves

See a refreshingly contemporary take on the classic tale during a local run of the Tony Award®-winning musical, Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella.

Cutting Edge Theatre Company’s production of Little Shop of Horrors

Athena Cocoves

It’s a story everyone who loves musical theater knows— an unfortunate florist rises to fame and fortune when he discovers his plant’s hunger for humans.

3B Productions presents Disney’s Beauty and the Beast

Athena Cocoves

Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature, this modern Broadway classic brings new songs to the story of learning to love no matter what.

Is This Normal? Two ACT Plays Present Questions of Life and Loss

Kelly Thompson

How do we handle loss and loneliness? What is the future role of technology in our lives? These are just two of the ethical...

Carole King’s Tapestry: Music, History and Broken Hearts

Athena Cocoves

In 1971, Carole King released her second album, Tapestry, which earned the 29-year-old singer-songwriter worldwide recognition. Not bad, but also almost the norm for Carole....

“Proof” of University of Toledo Theatre’s New Renaissance

Jeff McGinnis

For Matt Foss, assistant professor of theatre at the University of Toledo, the upcoming production of David Auburn’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play “Proof” at the UT Center for Performing Arts comes at an extremely exciting time— not just for himself, but for the program as a whole.

Toledo School for the Arts students perform “The Witches”

Athena Cocoves

Above all, the funny, and sometimes scary, story of a young boy’s experiences with his grandmother in a world full of child-hating, evil witches has received praise and an array of adaptations. See the faithful staged version of The Witches, performed by students at the Toledo School for the Arts, during a four-day run.

“Beautiful – The Carole King Musical” playing at Stranahan Theater

Athena Cocoves

With writing credits on 118 pop hits on the Billboard Hot 100 between 1955 and 1999, Carole King is a queen of American music. Learn about her awesome and inspiring rise to fame during BEAUTIFUL - The Carole King Musical.

Act 2 Toledo hosts Dinner Theater Fundraiser

Athena Cocoves

The recently-formed Act 2 Productions Toledo first stepped on a local stage in 2017 with the mission to offer fun, affordable, and educational art experiences to Toledo-area students.

Toledo Opera brings famous Rigoletto back to Glass City

Jeff McGinnis

"La donna e mobile" is perhaps the most famous single piece in all of opera, despite the fact that it is frequently presented out...

Cutting Edge Theatre Company hosts two-night showing of “Edges”

Athena Cocoves

Check out the reprisal of the performance— featuring all new performers— or hear if for the first time during the two-night only show of EDGES

World premiere of “Flint” at the Purple Rose Theatre

Athena Cocoves

Turning the focus on the regional Flint water crisis, Daniels’ new play has already garnered attention as a must-see this theater season.

The Monthly Improv Show at Valentine Theatre

Athena Cocoves

Comedy is funnier off the cuff— hear some of Toledo’s most hilarious performers during The Monthly Improv Show on the final Friday of every month, consistently playing to sold out audiences in The Valentine’s Studio A Theatre.

Organic Wellness and Your Food Dollar discussion with Charmaine Bassett

Courtney Probert

Thinking of eating organic? Join experienced dietician, Charmaine Bassett of Bassett’s Health Food Store in an informative discussion on Organic Wellness and Your Food Dollar.

Cabaret at The Valentine Theatre

Athena Cocoves

Hear some of the most memorable songs in musical theater urging you to follow your heart, despite all odds.

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