Theaters in Columbus

Browse Broadway theaters, performing arts centers, and opera houses in Columbus.

Updated: August 19, 2026

13 Theatres

Columbus has 333 upcoming shows across Broadway theaters, opera houses, and performing arts centers. Next up: August 20, 2026 at Short North Stage at Garden Theater - Columbus. Tickets start at $38, averaging $201. Updated August 19, 2026.

The most complete guide to live theaters in Columbus for 2026–2027.

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Featured Theaters

Browse theaters, performing arts centers, and opera houses hosting Broadway, musicals, plays, and live performances across Columbus.

#	Venue	Theatre	Current Event
1	Short North Stage at Garden Theater - Columbus Columbus	139	Pippin Aug20,20267:00 PM	Upcoming Events
2	Ohio Theatre - Columbus Capacity: 2791 \| Columbus	128	Death Becomes Her Oct06,20267:30 PM	Upcoming Events
3	Abbey Theater Dublin	16	Andy Warhol In Iran Sep10,20267:00 PM	Upcoming Events
4	Palace Theatre Columbus Capacity: 2827 \| Columbus	13	Jim Henson's Fraggle Rock Live Oct02,20266:30 PM	Upcoming Events
5	Speaker Jo Ann Davidson Theatre Columbus	12	Marilyn - Ballet Oct16,20267:30 PM	Upcoming Events
6	Mershon Auditorium At Wexner Center For The Arts Capacity: 2500 \| Columbus	4	Daniel In The Lions' Den Dec06,20263:00 PM	Upcoming Events
7	Balletmet Dance Center Columbus	3	BalletMet: Future Icons Sep10,20267:30 PM	Upcoming Events
8	MadLab Theatre Columbus	3	Sanctuary City Aug21,20268:00 PM	Upcoming Events
9	Lincoln Theatre - Columbus Capacity: 582 \| Columbus	1	Ice Cream Land Sep17,20268:00 PM	Upcoming Events
10	McConnell Arts Center Columbus	1	Vintage Hitchcock: A Live Radio Play Oct31,20267:00 PM	Upcoming Events

All Theaters in Columbus

Find theaters by location, venue type, capacity, neighborhood, or upcoming performances. Explore venue details, seating information, and live performance schedules.

Next Event: Sep 10, 2026

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Balletmet Dance Center

Columbus, OH

Cultural Venue

Upcoming Events: 3

Next Event: Sep 10, 2026

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Funny Bone Comedy Club - Columbus

Columbus, OH

Comedy Club

Upcoming Events: 2

Next Event: Oct 01, 2026

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Lincoln Theatre - Columbus

Columbus, OH

Theatre

Upcoming Events: 1

Next Event: Sep 17, 2026

Next Event: Aug 21, 2026

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McConnell Arts Center

Columbus, OH

Arena

Upcoming Events: 1

Next Event: Oct 31, 2026

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Mershon Auditorium At Wexner Center For The Arts

Columbus, OH

Theatre

Upcoming Events: 4

Next Event: Dec 06, 2026

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Ohio Theatre - Columbus

Columbus, OH

Theatre

Upcoming Events: 128

Next Event: Oct 06, 2026

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Palace Theatre Columbus

Columbus, OH

Theatre

Upcoming Events: 13

Next Event: Oct 02, 2026

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Short North Stage at Garden Theater - Columbus

Columbus, OH

Theatre

Upcoming Events: 140

Next Event: Aug 20, 2026

Next Event: Oct 22, 2026

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Speaker Jo Ann Davidson Theatre

Columbus, OH

Theatre

Upcoming Events: 12

Next Event: Oct 16, 2026

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Theaters by Type

🎭 Broadway Theaters

Venues hosting Broadway productions, musicals, and touring shows.

🏛️ Performing Arts Centers

Multi-purpose venues for theater, dance, music, and live entertainment.

🎼 Concert Halls

Classical music, orchestra performances, and special events.

🩰 Ballet Venues

Ballet productions, dance performances, and cultural events.

🎶 Opera Houses

Opera productions, classical performances, and special programs.

🎬 Historic Theaters

Landmark venues hosting live performances and special events.

🎟️ Regional Theaters

Professional productions, touring shows, and local performances.

🎨 Cultural Centers

Theater, music, dance, and community arts programming.

Theater Venue Types

Where Live Performances Take Place

Venue Type	Events
Broadway Theaters	Broadway shows and touring productions
Performing Arts Centers	Theater, dance, music, and cultural events
Concert Halls	Classical music and orchestra performances
Opera Houses	Opera and vocal performances
Ballet Venues	Dance and ballet productions
Regional Theaters	Plays, musicals, and local productions
Historic Theaters	Live entertainment and special events
Cultural Centers	Arts programming and community events

About Theaters

Performing Arts Venues in Columbus

Theaters in Columbus include Broadway venues, performing arts centers, opera houses, concert halls, ballet venues, and cultural institutions. Explore locations throughout the region hosting musicals, plays, dance performances, opera, orchestral concerts, and other live entertainment.

Upcoming Shows at Columbus Venues

See what's on at the venues listed below — Broadway shows, ballet, and live events happening soon across Columbus.

Aug
20
2026
7:00 PM
Thu
MUSICAL / PLAY
High Demand
Pippin
Pippin
Short North Stage at Garden Theater - Columbus
Short North Stage at Garden Theater - Columbus
43201, 1187 N High St. Columbus, OH43201, 1187 N High St. Columbus, OH, US
From $66Avg. price ~ $201Tickets Available: 49
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Aug
21
2026
7:00 PM
Fri
MUSICAL / PLAY
High Demand
Pippin
Pippin
Short North Stage at Garden Theater - Columbus
Short North Stage at Garden Theater - Columbus
43201, 1187 N High St. Columbus, OH43201, 1187 N High St. Columbus, OH, US
From $92Avg. price ~ $297Tickets Available: 30
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Aug
21
2026
8:00 PM
Fri
MUSICAL / PLAY
Best Value
Sanctuary City
Sanctuary City
MadLab Theatre
MadLab Theatre
43215, 227 N. 3rd St. Columbus, OH43215, 227 N. 3rd St. Columbus, OH, US
From $44Avg. price ~ $503 tickets remaining!
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Aug
22
2026
2:00 PM
Sat
MUSICAL / PLAY
High Demand
Weekend Event
Pippin
Pippin
Short North Stage at Garden Theater - Columbus
Short North Stage at Garden Theater - Columbus
43201, 1187 N High St. Columbus, OH43201, 1187 N High St. Columbus, OH, US
From $59Avg. price ~ $25925 tickets remaining!
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Aug
22
2026
7:00 PM
Sat
MUSICAL / PLAY
High Demand
Weekend Event
Pippin
Pippin
Short North Stage at Garden Theater - Columbus
Short North Stage at Garden Theater - Columbus
43201, 1187 N High St. Columbus, OH43201, 1187 N High St. Columbus, OH, US
From $66Avg. price ~ $190Tickets Available: 68
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Columbus Theaters FAQ

Common Questions About Theaters

What types of theaters are included?

The directory includes Broadway theaters, performing arts centers, opera houses, concert halls, ballet venues, regional theaters, and cultural centers.

Can I see upcoming performances at each venue?

Yes. Theater pages include upcoming shows, performance schedules, dates, and ticket information when available.

Are theaters located only in Columbus?

No. Listings may include nearby suburbs, cultural districts, and regional performing arts destinations.

What events take place at performing arts centers?

Performing arts centers may host Broadway shows, plays, ballet, opera, concerts, comedy shows, and special events.

Do theater pages include seating information?

Many venue pages include seating details, accessibility information, venue capacity, and ticket options.

Are opera houses and ballet venues included?

Yes. Opera houses, ballet theaters, and dance venues are included when available.

Can I find historic theaters?

Yes. Historic and landmark theaters hosting live performances may be featured.

How often are theater listings updated?

Venue information and performance schedules are updated regularly as new events are announced.