Theaters in Columbus
Browse Broadway theaters, performing arts centers, and opera houses in Columbus.
- Updated: November 9, 2026
- 18 Theatres
Columbus has 303 upcoming shows across Broadway theaters, opera houses, and performing arts centers. Next up: November 11, 2026 at Funny Bone Comedy Club - Columbus. Tickets start at $13, averaging $154. Updated November 9, 2026.
The most complete guide to live theaters in Columbus for 2026–2027.
- 303 Upcoming Shows
- Nov 11 Next Show
- $13 Lowest Price
- $154 Average Price
- Next show starts in:
- Jimbo's Drag Circus
- Nov 11 · 7:00 PM · Funny Bone Comedy Club - Columbus
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Featured Theaters
| # | Theatre | Upcoming Events | Next Event | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ohio Theatre - Columbus Capacity: 2,791 | Columbus | 112 | A Christmas Carol Nov27,20262:00 PM | View Tickets | |
| 2 | Short North Stage at Garden Theater - Columbus Columbus | 98 | Hairspray Nov19,20267:00 PM | View Tickets | |
| 3 | Speaker Jo Ann Davidson Theatre Columbus | 22 | Sassy Brassy Dec12,20267:30 PM | View Tickets | |
| 4 | Palace Theatre Columbus Capacity: 2,827 | Columbus | 12 | Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas - The Musical Dec08,20267:30 PM | View Tickets | |
| 5 | Nationwide Arena Capacity: 20,000 | Columbus | 9 | Disney On Ice: Magic In The Stars Feb04,20276:30 PM | View Tickets | |
| 6 | OSU Proscenium Theatre Columbus | 6 | The Importance Of Being Earnest Nov13,20267:30 PM | View Tickets | |
| 7 | Studio One Theatre - Riffe Center Capacity: 227 | Columbus | 6 | Ain't No Mo' May14,20278:00 PM | View Tickets | |
| 8 | MadLab Theatre Columbus | 6 | Echoes Dec02,20267:00 PM | View Tickets | |
| 9 | Mershon Auditorium At Wexner Center For The Arts Capacity: 2,500 | Columbus | 6 | Daniel In The Lions' Den Dec06,20263:00 PM | View Tickets | |
| 10 | McCoy Center Capacity: 786 | New Albany | 4 | Come From Away Nov19,20267:00 PM | View Tickets | |
All Theaters in Columbus
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 |
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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.- Nov 11, 2026, 7:00 PM Wed — ADULT, High Demand: Jimbo's Drag Circus at Funny Bone Comedy Club - Columbus,
145 Easton Town Center, Columbus, OH 43219. From $46, Avg. price ~ $81, Tickets Remaining: 24. View Tickets - Nov 13, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY, Best Value: The Importance Of Being Earnest at OSU Proscenium Theatre, 1932 College Rd, Columbus, OH 43210. From $32, Avg. price ~ $39, Tickets Available: 186. View Tickets
- Nov 14, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — DANCE, Weekend Event: Goree Drum And Dance: Jerejef at McConnell Arts Center, 777 Evening St, Worthington, OH 43085. From $36, Avg. price ~ $42, Tickets Remaining: 1. View Tickets
- Nov 15, 2026, 3:00 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, Best Value, Weekend Event: The Importance Of Being Earnest at OSU Proscenium Theatre, 1932 College Rd, Columbus, OH 43210. From $31, Avg. price ~ $38, Tickets Available: 174. View Tickets
- Nov 17, 2026, 7:30 PM Tue — MUSICAL / PLAY, Best Value: The Importance Of Being Earnest at OSU Proscenium Theatre, 1932 College Rd, Columbus, OH 43210. From $31, Avg. price ~ $38, Tickets Available: 288. View Tickets