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Until We Meet Again: Cincinnati Portraits from World War I
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
1301 Western Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45203
Downtown
Until We Meet Again: Cincinnati Portraits from World War I
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
1301 Western Ave.,
Cincinnati,
OH
45203
Downtown
In December 1918, just a month after World War I’s end, the US and Allied Governments War Exposition at Music Hall celebrated the Allied Victory and the Cincinnatians who served. The Expo featured more than 6,000 photographs of area servicemen and women, loaned by local...
In December 1918, just a month after World War I’s end, the US and Allied Governments War Exposition at Music Hall celebrated the Allied Victory and the Cincinnatians who served. The Expo featured more than 6,000 photographs of area servicemen and women, loaned by local...
On Golden Pond
La Comedia Dinner Theatre
765 W. Central Ave., Springboro, OH 45066
North
On Golden Pond
La Comedia Dinner Theatre
765 W. Central Ave.,
Springboro,
OH
45066
North
On Golden Pond is a classic American comedy/drama that’s every bit as touching, warm, and witty today as when it debuted on Broadway in 1979. The Academy Award-winning 1981 film adaptation starred Henry Fonda, Katherine Hepburn and Jane Fonda. Retired couple Ethel and Norman...
On Golden Pond is a classic American comedy/drama that’s every bit as touching, warm, and witty today as when it debuted on Broadway in 1979. The Academy Award-winning 1981 film adaptation starred Henry Fonda, Katherine Hepburn and Jane Fonda. Retired couple Ethel and Norman...
Seven Brides for Seven Brothers
Warsaw Federal Incline Theater
801 Matson Place, Cincinnati, OH 45204
West
Seven Brides for Seven Brothers
Warsaw Federal Incline Theater
801 Matson Place,
Cincinnati,
OH
45204
West
In this unmistakably American take on the war between the sexes, seven frontier women take charge of their destinies (and their men) in 1850s Oregon. Based on the classic film, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers is an authentic piece of Americana, a time-tested romantic...
In this unmistakably American take on the war between the sexes, seven frontier women take charge of their destinies (and their men) in 1850s Oregon. Based on the classic film, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers is an authentic piece of Americana, a time-tested romantic...
ComedySportz Cincinnati
Memorial Hall
1225 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Downtown
ComedySportz Cincinnati
Memorial Hall
1225 Elm Street,
Cincinnati,
OH
45202
Downtown
Summer vacation is almost over and it’s back to school, so give those kids a treat and bring them down to Memorial Hall for a ComedySportz Match. Laughs are guaranteed as the Cincinnati Big Machine and the Northern Kentucky Grass take the field and make up scenes, games and...
Summer vacation is almost over and it’s back to school, so give those kids a treat and bring them down to Memorial Hall for a ComedySportz Match. Laughs are guaranteed as the Cincinnati Big Machine and the Northern Kentucky Grass take the field and make up scenes, games and...
American Idiot
The Carnegie
1028 Scott Blvd., Covington, KY 41012
South
American Idiot
The Carnegie
1028 Scott Blvd.,
Covington,
KY
41012
South
This two-time Tony Award-winning musical, based on the Grammy Award-winning, multi-platinum album of the same name, is a high-energy rock opera not to be missed. Three disaffected young men, living in suburbia, have dreams of a different life in the city. They embark on their...
This two-time Tony Award-winning musical, based on the Grammy Award-winning, multi-platinum album of the same name, is a high-energy rock opera not to be missed. Three disaffected young men, living in suburbia, have dreams of a different life in the city. They embark on their...
Summermusik: Spanish Dances
Cincinnati Art Museum
953 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45202
East
Summermusik: Spanish Dances
Cincinnati Art Museum
953 Eden Park Drive,
Cincinnati,
OH
45202
East
The CCO returns to the Cincinnati Art Museum for another fabulous afternoon of music with a Spanish flair. Enjoy an intimate performance with guitar legend Pepe Romero as he is joined by exhilarating flamenco dancer Arleen Hurtado and palmero Gabriel Osuna. Come early to enjoy a...
The CCO returns to the Cincinnati Art Museum for another fabulous afternoon of music with a Spanish flair. Enjoy an intimate performance with guitar legend Pepe Romero as he is joined by exhilarating flamenco dancer Arleen Hurtado and palmero Gabriel Osuna. Come early to enjoy a...
DBL Law OTR Performs
Washington Park
1230 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Downtown
DBL Law OTR Performs
Washington Park
1230 Elm Street,
Cincinnati,
OH
45202
Downtown
Every Sunday, enjoy an evening of free arts programming in the Park that is sure to please the whole family.
Every Sunday, enjoy an evening of free arts programming in the Park that is sure to please the whole family.
Shakespeare in the Park: A Midsummer Night's Dream & Romeo and Juliet
Washington Park
1230 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Downtown
Shakespeare in the Park: A Midsummer Night's Dream & Romeo and Juliet
Washington Park
1230 Elm Street,
Cincinnati,
OH
45202
Downtown
Cincinnati Shakespeare Company presents a free performance series, throughout the summer.
Cincinnati Shakespeare Company presents a free performance series, throughout the summer.
Tony Roberts
Funny Bone Comedy Club Liberty
7518 Bales Street, Liberty Township, OH 45069
North
Tony Roberts
Funny Bone Comedy Club Liberty
7518 Bales Street,
Liberty Township,
OH
45069
North
Originally from Detroit, comedian, actor, writer and (sometimes) director, Tony T. Roberts has been blessed with the coveted honor of being the, comedians-comedian. The guy other performers love to watch work. His hilarious and refreshing energetic comedy style has granted him...
Originally from Detroit, comedian, actor, writer and (sometimes) director, Tony T. Roberts has been blessed with the coveted honor of being the, comedians-comedian. The guy other performers love to watch work. His hilarious and refreshing energetic comedy style has granted him...
Cincinnati Sound Chorus Guest Nights
Valley Temple
145 Springfield Pike, Wyoming, OH 45215
North
Cincinnati Sound Chorus Guest Nights
Valley Temple
145 Springfield Pike,
Wyoming,
OH
45215
North
Learn how to sing a capella in 4-part harmony with the Cincinnati Sound chorus a women's group. Sheet music and learning tracks provided at no charge along with assistance from our section leaders to learn the songs. The Director can assist you in deciding which part to sing...
Learn how to sing a capella in 4-part harmony with the Cincinnati Sound chorus a women's group. Sheet music and learning tracks provided at no charge along with assistance from our section leaders to learn the songs. The Director can assist you in deciding which part to sing...
The Wiggles Party Time Tour!
Aronoff Center for the Arts
650 Walnut, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Downtown
The Wiggles Party Time Tour!
Aronoff Center for the Arts
650 Walnut,
Cincinnati,
OH
45202
Downtown
Hey, hey, hey, The Wiggles are coming to the USA! Following the smash success of their TV series on Universal Kids and Hulu, as well as new clips released on YouTube every week which receive millions of views, it’s time to see Emma, Lachy, Simon, and Anthony off the screen and...
Hey, hey, hey, The Wiggles are coming to the USA! Following the smash success of their TV series on Universal Kids and Hulu, as well as new clips released on YouTube every week which receive millions of views, it’s time to see Emma, Lachy, Simon, and Anthony off the screen and...
Open Mic Night
Bean & Barley
2005 Madison Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45208
East
Open Mic Night
Bean & Barley
2005 Madison Rd,
Cincinnati,
OH
45208
East
Music, poetry, spoken word! Join for an Open Mic Night every Wednesday from 7-9pm featuring rotating $4 pints. The coffee bar will be open as well!
Music, poetry, spoken word! Join for an Open Mic Night every Wednesday from 7-9pm featuring rotating $4 pints. The coffee bar will be open as well!
Shakespeare in the Park: Macbeth
Flagship Park
Lakemont Dr, Erlanger, KY 41018
South
Shakespeare in the Park: Macbeth
Flagship Park
Lakemont Dr,
Erlanger,
KY
41018
South
Cincinnati Shakespeare Company presents a free performance series, throughout the summer.
Cincinnati Shakespeare Company presents a free performance series, throughout the summer.
Salsa on the Square
Fountain Square
Fifth and Vine Streets, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Downtown
Salsa on the Square
Fountain Square
Fifth and Vine Streets,
Cincinnati,
OH
45202
Downtown
P&G’s Salsa On The Square features live local and regional Latin bands specializing in Salsa, Merengue, Cumbia and Latin Jazz. In addition to the live music, local dance instructors host large dance classes teaching basic and intermediate Latin dancing. Great food and cold...
P&G’s Salsa On The Square features live local and regional Latin bands specializing in Salsa, Merengue, Cumbia and Latin Jazz. In addition to the live music, local dance instructors host large dance classes teaching basic and intermediate Latin dancing. Great food and cold...
Taylor Tomlinson
Funny Bone Comedy Club Liberty
7518 Bales Street, Liberty Township, OH 45069
North
Taylor Tomlinson
Funny Bone Comedy Club Liberty
7518 Bales Street,
Liberty Township,
OH
45069
North
Taylor Tomlinson has been featured on Netflix, The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, Conan, MTV’s Safe Word, Comedy Central's Adam Devine's House Party, was a top ten finalist on season 9 of NBC's Last Comic Standing, and was recently honored by Variety Magazine at the Montreal...
Taylor Tomlinson has been featured on Netflix, The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, Conan, MTV’s Safe Word, Comedy Central's Adam Devine's House Party, was a top ten finalist on season 9 of NBC's Last Comic Standing, and was recently honored by Variety Magazine at the Montreal...
SwinGallery - Vintage Swing Dancing
Liberty Exhibition Hall
3938 Spring Grove Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45215
North
SwinGallery - Vintage Swing Dancing
Liberty Exhibition Hall
3938 Spring Grove Ave,
Cincinnati,
OH
45215
North
The region's longest running swing dance venue. With weekly dance lessons in Lindy Hop, East Coast Swing, Charleston and more. Live music on the first Thursday of every month with the Jazz Coasters. All ages welcome. No partner required.
The region's longest running swing dance venue. With weekly dance lessons in Lindy Hop, East Coast Swing, Charleston and more. Live music on the first Thursday of every month with the Jazz Coasters. All ages welcome. No partner required.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show
Esquire Theatre
320 Ludlow Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45220
Uptown
The Rocky Horror Picture Show
Esquire Theatre
320 Ludlow Ave.,
Cincinnati,
OH
45220
Uptown
This cult classic, presented with a live cast from The Denton Affair, is all about audience participation. Feel free to dress up and bring flashlights, noisemakers and bells. All age restrictions apply. No One under 17 admitted without an adult guardian. Make sure to come early...
This cult classic, presented with a live cast from The Denton Affair, is all about audience participation. Feel free to dress up and bring flashlights, noisemakers and bells. All age restrictions apply. No One under 17 admitted without an adult guardian. Make sure to come early...
Raiders of the Lost Laughs - Stand Up Comedy Open Mic
Urban Artifact
1660 Blue Rock St., Cincinnati, OH 45223
West
Raiders of the Lost Laughs - Stand Up Comedy Open Mic
Urban Artifact
1660 Blue Rock St.,
Cincinnati,
OH
45223
West
Every 2nd and 4th Sunday, head to Urban Artifact for the Raiders of the Lost Laughs- Stand Up Comedy Open Mic. Comics from varying experiences are welcome to come out and get a set in. Sign ups start at 6:30pm - the show starts at 7pm Everyone who signs up gets 5 minutes (unless...
Every 2nd and 4th Sunday, head to Urban Artifact for the Raiders of the Lost Laughs- Stand Up Comedy Open Mic. Comics from varying experiences are welcome to come out and get a set in. Sign ups start at 6:30pm - the show starts at 7pm Everyone who signs up gets 5 minutes (unless...
