Columbus Performing Arts Center

Columbus Performing Arts Center The Columbus Performing Arts Center is a 21,000-square-foot space dedicated to the performing arts. Part of the Columbus Recreation and Parks Department.

It is home to the Van Fleet Theatre and the Shedd Stage, as well as several rehearsal spaces.

FREE CONCERT ALERT! Join us when CPAC presents Carpe Diem String Quartet performing a Free Family Concert.🎻 Saturday Mar...
03/25/2026

FREE CONCERT ALERT! Join us when CPAC presents Carpe Diem String Quartet performing a Free Family Concert.🎻 Saturday March 28 at 11am. No tickets needed. Simply show up and enjoy! Bring the entire family!! This performance is perfect for music lovers of all ages. https://tinyurl.com/3mra9389

Don't worry!! You still have time to register for classes! We offer Saturday and Monday classes in acting 🎭, piano🎹, voi...
03/05/2026

Don't worry!! You still have time to register for classes! We offer Saturday and Monday classes in acting 🎭, piano🎹, voice🎤, playwriting🪈 and more! Ignite your child's imagination with us! https://tinyurl.com/42rurevx

Due to the significant snow expected, this evening's performance of The Best Christmas Pageant Ever is cancelled. please...
12/13/2025

Due to the significant snow expected, this evening's performance of The Best Christmas Pageant Ever is cancelled. please join us for the show's finale on Sunday at 2pm.

🚨 Attention Residents 🚨

Due to a winter storm warning, all community centers will close at 2 p.m. today. All evening programs and events, including the James Buster Douglas Holiday Showcase and The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, are canceled. Tickets purchased for tonight’s showing of The Best Christmas Pageant Ever will be honored for Sunday’s finale at 2 p.m.

Regular center hours and programming will resume tomorrow, Dec. 14.

Always wanted to try your hand at the piano? 🎼Our group lessons are the easy and affordable way to get started! Click th...
11/05/2025

Always wanted to try your hand at the piano? 🎼Our group lessons are the easy and affordable way to get started! Click the link to learn more, and to get registered... https://shorturl.at/YW3l6

Auditions are just around the corner!
09/23/2025

Auditions are just around the corner!

Step into the spotlight during our upcoming performance of The Best Christmas Pageant Ever! 🎭🎄

We're looking for a cast to bring this hilarious holiday story to life. Thespians ages 10 and older are welcome to audition. The performances are set for Dec. 11-13. Meet us at auditions:

📆 Sept. 28-29
🕡 6:30 p.m.
📍 Columbus Performing Arts Center

Explore the audition cast list: bit.ly/4ngEjKo.

OK Actors... this is your chance to shine! Join us for auditions (Sept. 28 & 29) for our next performance, The Best Chri...
09/18/2025

OK Actors... this is your chance to shine! Join us for auditions (Sept. 28 & 29) for our next performance, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, directed by Ariel Wiles. We're seeking artists ages 10 and up to tell the story of the Herdman kids and the havoc and delight that is created when they sign up to be part of their local Christmas pageant. This classic story by Barbara Robinson is funny and heartfelt. And we need children and adults to help tell it! No preparation is necessary. Click the link for more details! And join us Sept 28 or 29!
https://columbusrecparks.com/creativity/performingarts/theatre/the-best-christmas-pageant-ever/

Ready to dive into the arts? The Columbus Performing Arts Center is bringing fresh energy this fall with a brand-new ses...
09/09/2025

Ready to dive into the arts? The Columbus Performing Arts Center is bringing fresh energy this fall with a brand-new session of classes running Sept. 13-Oct. 18. From piano and voice to acting, dance, playwriting, sewing and more, there’s something for all ages to spark imagination and build new skills. And we now have weekday and evening classes in addition to Saturdays!
Don’t wait, sign up today! Registration is open so claim your place, and let your creativity shine! https://rb.gy/2sxnd9

Hello all tonights show of Seussical is cancelled due to weather! We are so sad that it had to be the last show! Thank y...
06/29/2025

Hello all tonights show of Seussical is cancelled due to weather! We are so sad that it had to be the last show! Thank you to everyone who came out this weekend!!!

The fun continues! Join the Cat in the Hat, The Grinch, Horton and all of your Dr. Seuss favorites in Seussical The Mus...
06/27/2025

The fun continues! Join the Cat in the Hat, The Grinch, Horton and all of your Dr. Seuss favorites in Seussical The Musical. Admission is Free!! Join us Friday 6/27, Saturday 6/28, or Sunday 6/29 at the Franklin Park Amphitheatre. Oh, the thinks you can think!

Don't miss out on the fantastical outdoor summer performance of Seussical the Musical! 😸✨The Columbus Performing Arts Pl...
06/25/2025

Don't miss out on the fantastical outdoor summer performance of Seussical the Musical! 😸✨

The Columbus Performing Arts Players will hit the stage and bring this musical comedy to life through your favorite Dr.Seuss characters. Admission is FREE! Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and enjoy the show:

📅 June 26-29
🕢 7:30 p.m.
📍 Franklin Park Amphitheatre

Learn more: https://columbusrecparks.com/creativity/performingarts/theatre/Seussical/

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549 Franklin Avenue
Columbus, OH
43215

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