Jerri Shafer

What would happen if a 21st century Alice collided with Lewis Carroll’s legendary Wonderland? This modern retelling of the classic children’s story has all of the characters you know and love, including the Mad Hatter, the White Rabbit, and the Queen of Hearts.

In 1869, ten explorers set off to chart the Green and Colorado Rivers, under the guidance of John Wesley Powell, a one-armed Civil War Veteran and personal friend of President Grant, a government-sanctioned journey following in the footsteps of the deserters, lone adventurers, and countless indigenous people who have previously braved the wild rapids leading through Colorado, Utah, and New Mexico, and through the most dangerous waterway of all: the Grand Canyon.

When her father dies unexpectedly, graphic novelist Alison dives deep into her past to tell the story of the volatile, brilliant, one-of-a-kind man whose temperament and secrets defined her family and her life. Moving between past and present, Alison relives her unique childhood playing at the family’s Bechdel Funeral Home, her growing understanding of her own sexuality, and the looming, unanswerable questions about her father’s hidden desires. Fun Home is a refreshingly honest, wholly original musical about seeing your parents through grown-up eyes.

The hit musical, specially designed for young actors or audiences! Shorter and more suitable in content for teens and preteens, this abridged version retains the fun-loving spirit and immortal songs that make Grease a favorite among rock ’n’ roll fans of all ages.

Grab your popcorn and settle in for Movie Night — a high-energy, feel-good musical celebration of the magic of the movies! The show follows a group of teenagers as they get together for a movie night. When they can’t agree on which movie to watch, their imaginations take over — leading them through a whirlwind of iconic musical numbers inspired by beloved film moments from every genre. As the teens sing and dance their way through movie-inspired scenes, they discover that the best stories aren’t just the ones on screen — they’re the ones we create together. Perfect for audiences of all ages, Movie Night is a joyful tribute to movies, music, and the power of shared experiences.

Up next, MVAC will present Graham Nash - Live on Tour 2026 at the Knox Memorial in Mount Vernon. Nash boasts a double induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame for his work with the Hollies and Crosby, Stills, and Nash. This GRAMMY Award winner is also a two-time Songwriters' Hall of Fame inductee, honored both for his solo contributions and with CSN.Nash is a two-time Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, with Crosby, Stills, and Nash, and with the Hollies. He was also inducted twice into the Songwriters' Hall of Fame, as a solo artist and with CSN, and he is a GRAMMY Award winner. For more information on how to purchase tickets and other upcoming events, please visit: https://www.mvac.org/

Based on the popular Disney Channel Original Movies, Disney's Descendants: The Musical is a brand-new musical jam-packed with comedy, adventure, Disney characters, and hit songs from the films!

Get all the top news & discounts for Columbus & beyond. With a hip-shaking rock 'n' roll score featuring hits like “Summer Nights,” “Greased

Get all the top news & discounts for Columbus & beyond. The New Albany Dance Festival celebrates dance, community, and culture by featuring

Much Ado About Nothing is a witty romantic comedy by William Shakespeare that centers around two couples with very different relationships. Sharp-tongued Beatrice and Benedick engage in verbal warfare while secretly hiding affection for one another.