For two weekends, the Ashtabula Arts Center’s 13th Street Theatre is transformed into an enchanted castle as young performers brought the beloved tale of Beauty and the Beast, Jr. to life. With sellout crowds eagerly awaiting each performance, the show proved to be a dazzling display of talent, creativity, and heartwarming storytelling. From the moment […]
St. John School brings timeless classic musical You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown to the stage
The fan-favorite musical You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown has a storied history in Ashtabula County, Ohio, and later this month St. John School will bring it back to the stage. Get ready to experience the whimsical world of Charles Schulz’s beloved comic strip in St. John School’s musical production of “You’re a Good Man, Charlie […]
Extra! Extra! Disney’s ‘Newsies’ opens in Ashtabula on January 12th!
Step right up and prepare to be transported back in time with the energetic and captivating production of Disney’s ‘Newsies’ at the Ashtabula Arts Center. This timeless tale of courage, camaraderie, and the power of standing up for what’s right comes to life in a dazzling display of song and dance that promises to leave […]
An Enchanting Journey: Unveiling the Magic of Willy Wonka Jr. at the Ashtabula Arts Center
The stage is set, the curtains rise, and the aroma of chocolate fills the air. Welcome to the delightful world of Willy Wonka Jr., brought to life by a talented cast of youth at the Ashtabula Arts Center. The heart and soul of any theatrical production lies within its characters, and Willy Wonka Jr. is […]
Peter Pan opens at St. John School on March 31st
High school is a time for self-discovery and exploration, and for many students, participating in school plays is a perfect way to showcase their creativity and talent. On March 31st weekend, St. John School in Ashtabula will put on a production of the classic musical, Peter Pan, in the school’s gymnasium. From the very beginning, […]
Ashtabula Arts Center’s production of Back to the 80s opens Friday
Are you ready to travel back in time to the 80s? The Ashtabula Arts Center is proud to present “Back to the 80s”, a musical comedy that will transport you to the days of big hair, bright colors, and the best music around. Join us as we follow the story of Corey Palmer, a teenager who’s […]
Lakeside High School set to introduce Mean Girls to the stage in Ohio
Attention all fans of Mean Girls! Get ready to experience the hilarious and heartwarming story in a whole new way – as a high school musical production! The Mean Girls musical, based on the beloved movie of the same name, has been a hit on Broadway since its premiere in 2018. Now, local high school […]
Ashtabula Arts Center produces another hit with Rumors
The 13th Street Theater in Ashtabula Ohio has done it again! The production of Neil Simon’s Rumors was a hilarious and entertaining evening, thanks in part to the direction of Stephen Rhodes and a talented cast. The play revolves around four couples who come together for a dinner party, only to find themselves in a […]
Disney’s Descendants thrills record audiences in Ashtabula
Disney’s Descendants, the musical that is based on the popular Disney Channel movie franchise of the same name, proved to be quite the hit in Ashtabula, Ohio this summer. The musical tells the story of the children of famous Disney villains who are given a chance to attend a prestigious prep school alongside the children […]
Ashtabula Arts Center announces Straw Hat Theatre’s summer lineup
The summer theater season is starting to take shape in and around Ashtabula County as the Ashtabula Arts Center has announced their Straw Hat Theatre summer lineup. Three musicals, each on-stage for 2-weeks, will be featured this summer on the AAC’s outdoor thrust stage and here is a quick look at each. Godspell – Godspell […]