Fall Preview | Live theater for Mahoning Valley, beyond | Information for our theater guide comes from individual theaters and organizational website. Additions and changes should be sent to
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. Theater-goers are advised to confirm ticket and show availability due to rescheduling and possible cancellations.
Best Western Plus Dutch Haus Inn and Suites. 150 E. State Route 14, Columbiana 44408. 866-482-5050, ext. 408. Purchase online at dasdutchvillage.com…. Performances feature national entertainment acts and include a meal and show. Individual tickets are $65 (includes show and meal). Ticket orders of eight or more (includes show and meal) $60 per person. Bus/group Ticket orders of 25 or more $72 per person including, show, meal, and gratuity. Includes one complimentary ticket for group leader and one complimentary ticket for motor coach driver.
- Calamityville Murder Mystery Show. Features a Halloween show by Musical Mysteries and More. Noon (lunch) or 7 p.m. (dinner), Friday, Oct. 25.
- Las Vegas Live Christmas. Las-Vegas-style variety show with nostalgic yuletide classics performed by the Dave Banks Big Band. Noon (lunch), Thursday, Nov. 14. 7 p.m. (dinner), Friday, Nov. 15.
- The Christmas Waltz… Sinatra’s Big Band Holiday Songs. Features holiday songs performed by Sinatra-stylist Angelo Babbaro and his live 16-piece orchestra. Noon (lunch), Wednesday, Dec. 4.
Easy Street Productions. 865 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-743-8555. www.easystreetshows.com…. This Youngstown-based, professional stock theater was founded in 1988 by Todd Hancock and Maureen Collins. Easy Street produces live theatrical productions throughout the year, most notably the holiday extravaganza ”Miracle on Easy Street.” Box office: 330-259-9651. Tickets: deyorpac.org….
- Girls Night Out Returns! Celebrating Women in Music. Eleanor Beecher Flad Pavilion, DeYor Performing Arts Center, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. Box office: 330-259-9651. Tickets: deyorpac.org…. Features the music of artists like Joni Mitchell, Janis Joplin, Alanis Morissette, Dolly Parton and others. Performers include Maureen Collins, Katy Collins, Colleen Chance and Natalie Sprouse. Cabaret-style seating, ADA accessible. 7:30 p.m., Sept. 6-7. $32.
- Gotta Dance! A Celebration of Broadway’s Best!Edward W. Powers Auditorium, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. Box office: 330-259-9651. Tickets: deyorpac.org…. Reimagines the masterpieces created by legendary Broadway choreographers. Presented by Easy Street foundersMaureen Collins and Todd Hancock and choreographed by Megan Cleland. Oct. 25-27. 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday and 2:30 p.m., Sunday.
- Miracle on Easy Street. Edward W. Powers Auditorium, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. Box office: 330-259-9651. Tickets: deyorpac.org…. Dec. 13-15. 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday, 2:30 p.m., Sunday.
Hopewell Theatre (formerly the Victorian Players), 702 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-746-5455. hopewelltheatre.org…. Email:
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. Shows: 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m., Sunday. $15 for adults, $12 for students/seniors.
- Morning’s at Seven. Takes a peek into the world of four sisters and their intertwined lives. Play by Paul Osborn. Directed by Jeanine Rees. 7:30 p.m., Sept. 6-7, 13-14 and 2 p.m., Sept. 15. $15, $12.
- Steal Away. Depression-era farce. Play by Ramona King. Directed by Carla D. Gipson. Dec. 6-15.
- Middletown. Explores life in a small American town. Play by Will Eno. Directed by Nick Mulichak. June 13-22.
- 2024-25 season.
Kent State University at Trumbull Theatre. Library/Theatre Building, 4314 Mahoning Ave. NW. 44483. 330-675-8887. www.trumbull.kent.edu…. Box office: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Tuesday-Thursday. Kent Trumbull presents three productions during the academic year. Shows are performed by students, but sometimes include outside talent. The theater is under the direction of Eric S. Kildow, associate professor and program director.
- Legally Blonde – the Musical. Nov. 7-10, 14-17.
- The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Dec. 13-15.
- A Midsummer Night’s Dream. April 4-6, 11-13.
- Matilda the Musical. July 17-20, 24-27.
Sips & Scripts – Kent Trumbull partners with Modern Methods for “Sips & Scripts,” which features the reading of new plays. The program supports, promotes and produces work written by local playwrights during monthly public readings at the Darlene Lounge in downtown Warren. Call 330-675-8887 for more information.
- Pit. Wednesday, Sept. 4.
- Good. Wednesday, Oct. 2.
- Hem & Scott. Wednesday, Nov. 13.
- The Monster. Wednesday, Dec. 4.
- Headliner. Wednesday, Jan. 8.
- Sticks. Wednesday, Feb. 5.
- Things Left Behind. Wednesday, March 5.
- Bandages. Wednesday, April 2.
New Castle Playhouse. 212 E. Long Ave., New Castle, Pa. 16101. 724-654-3437. www.newcastleplayhouse.org…. Box office is open 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Monday-Friday. Performances: 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Friday, Saturday and 2 p.m., Sunday. Doors open one hour prior to the show. Adults, $19. Seniors (60 and older), $16. Veterans, $14. Youth (12 and under) $14.
- 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. Main Stage. Based on the book by Rachel Sheinki. Musical score by William Finn. An eclectic group of sixth-graders arrives at the 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, each eager to win for very different reasons. Directed by Michael Cavalier. 7:30 p.m., Sept. 13-14, 19-21. 2 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 15, 22.
- Annie. Main Stage. Musical based the book by Thomas Meehan with music by Charles Strouse and lyrics by Martin Charnin. Directed by Brady Flamino. 7:30 p.m., Dec. 6-7, 12-14. 2 p.m., Dec. 8, 15.
The Rust Belt Theater Company. 221 Belmont Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-507-2358. Local theater group produces mostly original content with an emphasis on LGBTQ+ artists, performers and voices. Tickets are $15. Rust Belt also accepts support via Cashapp: $RustBeltTheater and Venmo: @RustBeltTheater.
- Living Dead: The Musical. Oct. 18-19, 25-26.
- Rockin’ Horribles. Nov. 8-9, 15-16.
- Krampusnacht. Dec. 7.
- How the Drag Queen Stole Christmas. Dec. 13-15 (Youngstown Playhouse), Dec. 20-22 (Club Switch).
Salem Community Theatre. 490 E. State St., Salem 44460. 330-332-9688. www.salemcommunitytheatre.org…. Performances: 7 p.m., Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and 2 p.m., Sunday. Box office opens one hour before showtime. General admission: $15.
- Seussical the Musical. Musical featuring the Cat in the Hat, Horton the Elephant, Gertrude McFuzz and other classic characters from Dr. Seuss. Directed by Justin Steele. Sept. 19-22. $15.
- 2024-25 season.
Top Hat Productions. 4220 Youngstown-Poland Road, Youngstown 44514. 330-881-0980. www.tophatproductions.org…. Email:
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. Evening shows begin at 7:30 p.m.
- The Book of Liz. Play by Amy Sedaris and David Sedaris. Directed by Regina Reynolds. Sister Elizabeth Donderstock is a member the Squeamish (think Amish) religious community. Her job is making cheeseballs, but when the position is given to a less experienced man, Liz abandons the Squeamish for the secular world. Dinner-theater production. 6:30 p.m., Oct. 4-6, 11-13. Dinner begins at 6:30 p.m., show follows at 7:30 p.m. Call for tickets.
- 2024-25 season.
Trumbull New Theatre. 5883 Youngstown Warren Road, Niles 44446. 330-652-1103. www.trumbullnewtheatre.com…. Performances: 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday. 3 p.m., Sunday. Plays: $17 for adults, $15 for students. Musicals: $20 for adults, $18 for students.
- Laughter on the 23rd Floor. Neil Simon comedy inspired by the playwright’s experience as a staff writer on Sid Caesar’s “Your Show of Shows.” Directed by Brett Bunker. Sept. 6-22.
- 9 to 5 – the Musical. Three female coworkers devise a plan to get even with their sexist, egotistical, lying boss. Based on the hit movie starring Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin and Dolly Parton. Directed by L. Bennett. Nov. 8-24.
- Red Herring. This Cold War era mystery/comedy involves three love stories, murder and nuclear espionage. Directed by Megan Myers. Jan. 10-26.
- Last of the Red Hot Lovers. Directed by Bob Spain. March 7-23.
- Suite Surrender.Directed by Terri Gilbert. May 2-18.
- 2024-25 season.
University Theatre. Ford Theater, Bliss Hall, YSU, 547 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-941-3105. For tickets, visit here. Friday and Saturday performances begin at 7:30 p.m. with Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Season subscriptions are $50 for adults. Season tickets are $25 for YSU alumni, Penguin Club, YSU faculty and staff and retirees, seniors (65 and older) and non-YSU students. Admission is free for YSU students with a valid I.D.
- On the Verge. Ford Theater, Bliss Hall, YSU, 547 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-941-3105. University Theatre will present “On the Verge” Oct. 4-13. In 1888, three female explorers unite to conquer Terra Incognita. Eric Overmyer’s play is a whimsical journey through space and time, blending lyrical dialogue with surreal imagery. For tickets, visit here. 7:30 p.m., Oct. 4-6, 11-12. A matinee occurs 2 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 13.
- Pete the Penguin’s Vintage Variety Show. Ford Theater, Bliss Hall, YSU, 547 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-941-3105. “Pete the Penguin’s Vintage Variety Show: A Musical Comedy Extravaganza” follows a group of musical theater students as they attempt to modernize an outdated script for a vaudeville-style performance. Features musical performances, humor and a live band. For tickets, visit here. 7:30 p.m., Nov. 22-23. 2 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 24.
Youngstown Playhouse. 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown 44511. 330-788-8739. www.youngstownplayhouse.org…. Satellite box office: DeYor Performing Arts Center, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday. Performances: 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday and 2:30 p.m., Sunday. Flex Pass subscriptions are available in three pricing tiers, passes are valid for four performances within the season. Tier 1: $27-$22; Tier 2: $22-$17; Tier 3: $17-$12; ADA seating: $17. $4 fee per ticket.
- Something Rotten! Main Stage. Written by John O’Farrell and Karry Kirkpatrick. Lyrics by Karry and Wayne Kirkpatrick. Directed by Emma Wason. In this Tony Award-winning musical, Renaissance rivals Nick and Nigel Bottom are struggling to outshine William Shakespeare, then they hit upon a revolutionary invention – the musical. Features ribald humor, wild costumes and tap dancing. 7:30 p.m., Sept. 20-21, 27-28 and 2:30 p.m., Sept. 22, 29. Sept. 20-29.
- Puffs. Main Stage, Youth Production. Written by Matt Cox. Directed by Jim Canacci. Oct. 25-27.
- The Thanksgiving Play. The Moyer Room. Written by Larissa FastHorse. Directed by Nick Mulichak. A group of well-meaning, but misguided theater pros scramble to create a culturally sensitive Thanksgiving play for an elementary school. Nov. 15-24.
- August Wilson’s Gem of the Ocean. Main Stage. Written by August Wilson. Directed by Lundeana Thomas. Feb. 21-March 2.
- The Lightening Thief. Main Stage, Youth Production. Written by Joe Tracz. Music and lyrics by Rob Rokicki. Directed by Eden Lesnansky. March 28-30.
- Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Oklahoma. Main Stage. Music by Richard Rodgers. Book and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II. Based on the play “Green Grow the Lilacs” by Lynn Riggs. Original choreography by Agnes de Mille. Directed by Tyler Stouffer. May 9-18.
- Almost, Maine. Moyer Room. Written by John Cariani. Directed by Mario Ricciardi. June 6-15.
- 2024-25 season.
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