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Chekhov's final play, adapted for modern times, will kick off our 26/27 season.
What is "The Cherry Orchard"?
'Good Morning, America!' In Underground Railroad Game, two teachers are shaking up the classroom at this school.
What is Hanover Middle School?
We've got mail! Early career playwrights can apply for our Emerging Playwright Commission by sending materials to this inbox.
What is newplays@thecentralohio.org?
This local theater icon not only heads the theater department at Ohio University, but wrote this year's holiday show, "Appalachian Christmas Carol".
Who is Merri Biechler?
With this membership package (for this much money per season), subscribers will get perks like meet-the-cast events, invitations to dress rehearsals, and premium seating for all shows.
What is the Patron's Circle for $500/season.
This fun-for-all-ages holiday show features original music and rich regional history with a twist on a classic tale.
What is "Appalachian Christmas Carol"?
'God bless us, every one!' Charles Dicken's Christmas classic celebrates the rich legacy of our region taking us all the way back to this year.
When is 1907?
SUBJECT LINE: 2026 COMMISSION--please include this in your email submission (in addition to your email, phone number, and script).
What is a 500 word summary of the play?
"Bootycandy", opening in January 2027, is helmed by this OBIE Award winning director whose work is closing out Yale Rep's 25/26 season RN.
Who is abigail jean-baptiste?
Our season's presented piece is arranged through its creators, Lightning Rod Special, and this licensing company.
What is Octopus Theatricals?
This play, a theatrical mixtape of growing up Black and queer, is told through a kaleidoscope of scenes.
What is "Bootycandy"?
The Central Theater's season opener sets a classic Russian play in this Historic District in Columbus, Ohio.
What is the Old Oaks Historic District?
In addition to two onsite readings with local actors, recipients of our commissions will receive this monetary amount.
What is $25,000?
Class of 2027 LFG: This current DGSD Theater Management MFA will lead our bold production of "Roe" in Spring 2027.
Who is Gaby Rodriguez?
Hitch a sleigh ride down to Knoxville! We are partnering with this Tennessee-based theater company to produce our 2026 holiday show.
What is the Clarence Brown Theatre?
A play that explores the widespread impact of abortion legislation in America through the landmark Supreme Court case.
What is "Roe"?
'Real life is loud, confusing, fast' -- this doctor, inspired by real-life Columbus-based clinical psychologist, is a guiding figure for the characters of this season's musical.
Who is Dr. Emilio Amigo?
We are grateful, oh so grateful, to this local arts organization that funds The Central Theater's dual commission program.
What is the Ohio Arts Council?
Class of 2028 LFG: This current DGSD Directing MFA serves as the Artistic Director of our Central Ohio LORT-D theater.
Who is Tess Cruz?
"Bootycandy" is an irreverent, provocative, and deeply human play, that does THIS instead of asking for permission.
What is TAKE UP SPACE!
This Tony-nominated musical is set right here in the Capital City, and will close The Central Theater's 26/27 season.
What is "How to Dance in Ohio"?
Roe not Doe: Lisa Loomer's 2019 play follows the consequences of the 1973 Roe v. Wade decision for this woman who brought the case to the Supreme Court.
Who is Norma McCorvey?
Originally from Cincinnati, this established American playwright is commissioned to create a new Ohio-based work to add to the American Theatrical Canon.
Who is Robert O'Hara?
What's that I hear? The fourth show of the season will feature the sound design of this DGSD Lecturer in Sound.
Who is Justin Ellington?
Don't even think about it! This performance of "Appalachian Christmas Carol" is Sold Out already!
What is Decembe 4th, 2026 at 8:00PM?