Columbus Shows in May 2027

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  • Updated: October 31, 2026
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Browse 40 shows happening across Columbus during May 2027. The next scheduled performance takes place at Ohio Theatre - Columbus on May 12, 2027. Explore theatre productions, comedy shows, Broadway tours, and more live performances throughout the month.

  • 40 Upcoming Shows
  • May 12 Next Show
  • $47 Lowest Price
  • $156 Average Price
  • Next Show Starts In:
  • The Phantom of the Opera
  • May 12 · 7:30 PM · Ohio Theatre - Columbus
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Updated Daily • Upcoming Shows: 40
  • May 12, 2027, 7:30 PM Wed — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: The Phantom of the Opera at Ohio Theatre - Columbus • 2,791 seats, 39 East State Street, Columbus, OH 43215. From $111, Avg. price ~ $321, Tickets Available: 188. View Tickets
  • May 13, 2027, 2:00 PM Thu — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: The Phantom of the Opera at Ohio Theatre - Columbus • 2,791 seats, 39 East State Street, Columbus, OH 43215. From $108, Avg. price ~ $305, Tickets Available: 993. View Tickets
  • May 13, 2027, 7:00 PM Thu — MUSICAL / PLAY: Mean Girls at Short North Stage at Garden Theater - Columbus, 1187 N High St., Columbus, OH 43201. From $59, Avg. price ~ $160, Tickets Available: 48. View Tickets
  • May 14, 2027, 7:00 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY: Mean Girls at Short North Stage at Garden Theater - Columbus, 1187 N High St., Columbus, OH 43201. From $59, Avg. price ~ $147, Tickets Available: 61. View Tickets
  • May 14, 2027, 8:00 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY, Best Value: Ain't No Mo' at Studio One Theatre - Riffe Center • 227 seats, 77 South High Street, Columbus, OH 43215. From $48, Avg. price ~ $73, Tickets Remaining: 16. View Tickets
  • May 15, 2027, 2:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Mean Girls at Short North Stage at Garden Theater - Columbus, 1187 N High St., Columbus, OH 43201. From $59, Avg. price ~ $157, Tickets Available: 61. View Tickets
  • May 15, 2027, 2:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: The Phantom of the Opera at Ohio Theatre - Columbus • 2,791 seats, 39 East State Street, Columbus, OH 43215. From $111, Avg. price ~ $312, Tickets Available: 230. View Tickets
  • May 15, 2027, 7:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Mean Girls at Short North Stage at Garden Theater - Columbus, 1187 N High St., Columbus, OH 43201. From $59, Avg. price ~ $150, Tickets Available: 41. View Tickets
  • May 15, 2027, 7:30 PM Sat — BALLET, Weekend Event: Carmen.maquia at Speaker Jo Ann Davidson Theatre, 77 S High St, Columbus, OH 43215. From $58, Avg. price ~ $100, Tickets Remaining: 12. View Tickets
  • May 15, 2027, 7:30 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: The Phantom of the Opera at Ohio Theatre - Columbus • 2,791 seats, 39 East State Street, Columbus, OH 43215. From $96, Avg. price ~ $302, Tickets Available: 223. View Tickets
  • May 15, 2027, 8:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Best Value, Weekend Event: Ain't No Mo' at Studio One Theatre - Riffe Center • 227 seats, 77 South High Street, Columbus, OH 43215. From $49, Avg. price ~ $57, Tickets Remaining: 12. View Tickets
  • May 16, 2027, 1:00 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: The Phantom of the Opera at Ohio Theatre - Columbus • 2,791 seats, 39 East State Street, Columbus, OH 43215. From $103, Avg. price ~ $300, Tickets Available: 211. View Tickets
  • May 16, 2027, 2:00 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Mean Girls at Short North Stage at Garden Theater - Columbus, 1187 N High St., Columbus, OH 43201. From $60, Avg. price ~ $157, Tickets Available: 59. View Tickets
  • May 16, 2027, 2:00 PM Sun — BALLET, Weekend Event: Carmen.maquia at Speaker Jo Ann Davidson Theatre, 77 S High St, Columbus, OH 43215. From $58, Avg. price ~ $92, Tickets Remaining: 14. View Tickets
  • May 16, 2027, 2:00 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, Best Value, Weekend Event: Ain't No Mo' at Studio One Theatre - Riffe Center • 227 seats, 77 South High Street, Columbus, OH 43215. From $48, Avg. price ~ $74, Tickets Remaining: 16. View Tickets
  • May 16, 2027, 6:30 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: The Phantom of the Opera at Ohio Theatre - Columbus • 2,791 seats, 39 East State Street, Columbus, OH 43215. From $108, Avg. price ~ $258, Tickets Available: 228. View Tickets
  • May 18, 2027, 7:30 PM Tue — MUSICAL / PLAY: The Phantom of the Opera at Ohio Theatre - Columbus • 2,791 seats, 39 East State Street, Columbus, OH 43215. From $108, Avg. price ~ $280, Tickets Available: 197. View Tickets
  • May 19, 2027, 7:30 PM Wed — MUSICAL / PLAY: The Phantom of the Opera at Ohio Theatre - Columbus • 2,791 seats, 39 East State Street, Columbus, OH 43215. From $110, Avg. price ~ $288, Tickets Available: 1237. View Tickets
  • May 20, 2027, 7:00 PM Thu — MUSICAL / PLAY: Mean Girls at Short North Stage at Garden Theater - Columbus, 1187 N High St., Columbus, OH 43201. From $60, Avg. price ~ $144, Tickets Available: 56. View Tickets
  • May 20, 2027, 7:30 PM Thu — MUSICAL / PLAY: The Phantom of the Opera at Ohio Theatre - Columbus • 2,791 seats, 39 East State Street, Columbus, OH 43215. From $108, Avg. price ~ $272, Tickets Available: 1273. View Tickets
  • May 20, 2027, 7:30 PM Thu — BALLET: Carmen.maquia at Speaker Jo Ann Davidson Theatre, 77 S High St, Columbus, OH 43215. From $58, Avg. price ~ $68, Tickets Remaining: 15. View Tickets
  • May 20, 2027, 8:00 PM Thu — MUSICAL / PLAY, Best Value: Ain't No Mo' at Studio One Theatre - Riffe Center • 227 seats, 77 South High Street, Columbus, OH 43215. From $48, Avg. price ~ $56, Tickets Remaining: 24. View Tickets
  • May 21, 2027, 7:00 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY: Mean Girls at Short North Stage at Garden Theater - Columbus, 1187 N High St., Columbus, OH 43201. From $61, Avg. price ~ $153, Tickets Available: 49. View Tickets
  • May 21, 2027, 7:30 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY: The Phantom of the Opera at Ohio Theatre - Columbus • 2,791 seats, 39 East State Street, Columbus, OH 43215. From $97, Avg. price ~ $285, Tickets Available: 1092. View Tickets
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Richard Thomas in Mark Twain Tonight!
Richard Thomas in Mark Twain Tonight!
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34 W. Broad St.
Upcoming Shows: 1
Next Show: May 08, 2027 7:30 PM
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The Phantom Of The Opera
The Phantom Of The Opera
MUSICAL / PLAY
39 East State Street
Upcoming Shows: 33
Next Show: May 12, 2027 7:30 PM
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Mean Girls
Mean Girls
MUSICAL / PLAY
1187 N High St.
Upcoming Shows: 33
Next Show: May 13, 2027 7:00 PM
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Ain't No Mo'
Ain't No Mo'
MUSICAL / PLAY
77 South High Street
Upcoming Shows: 6
Next Show: May 14, 2027 8:00 PM
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Carmen.maquia
Carmen.maquia
BALLET
77 S High St
Upcoming Shows: 5
Next Show: May 15, 2027 7:30 PM
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Ohio Theatre - Columbus
Columbus, OH
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 14
Next Show: May 12, 2027
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Palace Theatre Columbus
Columbus, OH
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 1
Next Show: May 08, 2027
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Short North Stage at Garden Theater - Columbus
Columbus, OH
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 15
Next Show: May 13, 2027
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Speaker Jo Ann Davidson Theatre
Columbus, OH
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 5
Next Show: May 15, 2027
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Studio One Theatre - Riffe Center
Columbus, OH
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 6
Next Show: May 14, 2027
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About Columbus Shows in May

Spring brings 40 shows to Columbus during May 2027. The next scheduled performance takes place at Ohio Theatre - Columbus on May 12, 2027. Explore theatre productions, Broadway tours, comedy shows, family entertainment, and live stage performances across the city.

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