Theaters in Columbus

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

Updated: September 2, 2026

13 Theatres

Columbus has 337 upcoming shows across Broadway theaters, opera houses, and performing arts centers. Next up: September 10, 2026 at Abbey Theater. Tickets start at $36, averaging $42. Updated September 2, 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.

#	Theatre	Upcoming Events	Next Event
1	Short North Stage at Garden Theater - Columbus Columbus	130	Sweeney Todd Sep24,20267:00 PM	View Tickets
2	Ohio Theatre - Columbus Capacity: 2,791 \| Columbus	128	Death Becomes Her Oct06,20267:30 PM	View Tickets
3	Abbey Theater Dublin	16	Andy Warhol In Iran Sep10,20267:00 PM	View Tickets
4	Palace Theatre Columbus Capacity: 2,827 \| Columbus	16	Jim Henson's Fraggle Rock Live Oct02,20266:30 PM	View Tickets
5	Speaker Jo Ann Davidson Theatre Columbus	23	Marilyn - Ballet Oct16,20267:30 PM	View Tickets
6	Balletmet Dance Center Columbus	4	BalletMet: Future Icons Sep10,20267:30 PM	View Tickets
7	Mershon Auditorium At Wexner Center For The Arts Capacity: 2,500 \| Columbus	4	Daniel In The Lions' Den Dec06,20263:00 PM	View Tickets
8	Lincoln Theatre - Columbus Capacity: 582 \| Columbus	1	Ice Cream Land Sep17,20268:00 PM	View Tickets
9	McConnell Arts Center Columbus	1	Vintage Hitchcock: A Live Radio Play Oct31,20267:00 PM	View Tickets
10	Southern Theatre Capacity: 210 \| Columbus	1	Hokus Pokus Live! Oct22,20268:00 PM	View Tickets

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: 4

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

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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: 16

Next Event: Oct 02, 2026

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Short North Stage at Garden Theater - Columbus

Columbus, OH

Theatre

Upcoming Events: 130

Next Event: Sep 24, 2026

Next Event: Oct 22, 2026

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Speaker Jo Ann Davidson Theatre

Columbus, OH

Theatre

Upcoming Events: 23

Next Event: Oct 16, 2026

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Studio Two Theatre - Riffe Center

Columbus, OH

Theatre

Upcoming Events: 1

Next Event: Sep 19, 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.

Sep
10
2026
7:00 PM
Thu
MUSICAL / PLAY
Best Value
Andy Warhol In Iran
Andy Warhol In Iran
Abbey Theater
Abbey Theater
43017, 5600 Post Rd. Dublin, OH43017, 5600 Post Rd. Dublin, OH, US
From $37Avg. price ~ $42Tickets Available: 42
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Sep
10
2026
7:30 PM
Thu
BALLET
High Demand
BalletMet: Future Icons
BalletMet: Future Icons
Balletmet Dance Center
Balletmet Dance Center
43215, 322 Mount Vernon Ave Columbus, OH43215, 322 Mount Vernon Ave Columbus, OH, US
From $77Avg. price ~ $894 tickets remaining!
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Sep
11
2026
7:30 PM
Fri
BALLET
High Demand
BalletMet: Future Icons
BalletMet: Future Icons
Balletmet Dance Center
Balletmet Dance Center
43215, 322 Mount Vernon Ave Columbus, OH43215, 322 Mount Vernon Ave Columbus, OH, US
From $77Avg. price ~ $9022 tickets remaining!
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Sep
11
2026
7:30 PM
Fri
MUSICAL / PLAY
Andy Warhol In Iran
Andy Warhol In Iran
Abbey Theater
Abbey Theater
43017, 5600 Post Rd. Dublin, OH43017, 5600 Post Rd. Dublin, OH, US
From $54Avg. price ~ $62Tickets Available: 43
View Tickets

Sep
12
2026
2:00 PM
Sat
BALLET
High Demand
Weekend Event
BalletMet: Future Icons
BalletMet: Future Icons
Balletmet Dance Center
Balletmet Dance Center
43215, 322 Mount Vernon Ave Columbus, OH43215, 322 Mount Vernon Ave Columbus, OH, US
From $78Avg. price ~ $91Tickets Available: 30
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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.