The Valentine Theatre

The Valentine Theatre The Toledo Cultural Arts Center, a non profit organization, produces & provides cultural & performin

Originally opened in 1895, The Valentine Theatre is a 901-seat facility operated by the Toledo Cultural Arts Center, Inc. After a 21-year effort by the Board of Trustees and the community, the $28 million renovation was unveiled on October 9, 1999. Since the Gala re-opening, more than 800,000 people have attended 1000 international, national and area presentations, weddings and events. The Theatre

also produces its own performing arts series, featuring national and international attractions in additions to serving local performing arts organizations.

See Billy Bob Thornton & The Boxmasters- Wednesday, August 5th!
06/10/2026

See Billy Bob Thornton & The Boxmasters- Wednesday, August 5th!

Billy Bob Thornton & The Boxmasters are coming to Toledo!
๐—ง๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐—ธ๐—ฒ๐˜๐˜€ ๐—ข๐—ป ๐—ฆ๐—ฎ๐—น๐—ฒ ๐—ก๐—ผ๐˜„ - ๐—ฉ๐—ฎ๐—น๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฒ๐—ง๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ฟ๐—ฒ.๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐—บ

Formed in 2006, the duo of J.D. Andrew and Billy Bob Thornton has spent two decades cultivating a rabid cult fanbase worldwide. While Thornton is the voice and lyricist, the band is a true collaborative engine, blending influences ranging from the cosmic country of Kris Kristofferson and John Prine to the power-pop of Big Star and The Byrds.

Coming off a massive appearance at the Stagecoach Festival, the band is touring in support of their 21st release, In The Bay. Written in the coastal breeze of Morro Bay, California, the new album is a sun-drenched homage to the legendary "California Sound" of the 1960s.

"It is our humble attempt at making our โ€˜Pet Sounds.โ€™ Weโ€™re certainly not The Beatles or The Beach Boys... but those heroes continue to inspire us. When we started this album, we had the general idea that we were going to make one of our more Sixties pop-influenced albums." โ€” Billy Bob Thornton

Don't miss the chance to see one of the most prolific and dedicated touring acts on the road today in the intimate setting of The Valentine Theatre

Take a listen on our Spotify Channel!
https://tinyurl.com/BoxmastersAtTheValentine

What a night at the Tony Awards! โฌ…๏ธ Click on to their socials and website for BTS, show highlights and First Impressions...
06/09/2026

What a night at the Tony Awards! โฌ…๏ธ Click on to their socials and website for BTS, show highlights and First Impressions interviews.

Want a great recaps of everything? Check out thisโฌ‡๏ธ

Another Tonys has come and gone! The American Theatre Wing's 79th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by P!nk, aired live last night from Radio City Music Hall, honoring theatre professionals for distinguished achievement on Broadway and wrapping up the 2025/26 awards season.

Congratulate Michael Murray, our new executive director!The Board of Trustees of The Valentine Theatre has announced the...
06/04/2026

Congratulate Michael Murray, our new executive director!
The Board of Trustees of The Valentine Theatre has announced the appointment of Michael Murray as the organizationโ€™s next Executive Director, ushering in a new chapter for one of Northwest Ohioโ€™s most treasured cultural institutions.

Murray, who has served as the theatreโ€™s Director of Operations, steps into the role following his time within the organization overseeing operations, audience services, special events, community partnerships, and strategic initiatives. During his tenure, Murray has played a key role in strengthening the patron experience, expanding community engagement efforts, supporting capital improvement planning, and helping guide the theatre through continued organizational growth.

โ€œMichael has demonstrated exceptional leadership, passion, and commitment to the Valentine Theatre and the community we serve,โ€ said Kristen Nicholson, Chair of the Board of Trustees. โ€œHis vision for the future, combined with his deep understanding of the organization and its mission, make him the ideal person to lead the Valentine into its next era.โ€

โ€œIt is an incredible honor to step into this role and continue building upon the strong foundation that has been established at the Valentine Theatre,โ€ said Murray. โ€œThe Valentine is far more than a performance venue โ€” it is a gathering place for our community, a home for artists and audiences alike, and a historic landmark that has inspired generations. I am committed to ensuring the Valentine remains welcoming, accessible, and impactful for all people while continuing to grow its role as the heart of the arts in our region.โ€

Under Murrayโ€™s leadership, the theatre plans to continue investing in community-centered programming, educational initiatives, historic preservation efforts, and strategic partnerships that broaden access to the performing arts across Northwest Ohio.

Billy Bob Thornton & The Boxmasters are coming to Toledo!๐—ง๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐—ธ๐—ฒ๐˜๐˜€ ๐—ข๐—ป ๐—ฆ๐—ฎ๐—น๐—ฒ ๐—ก๐—ผ๐˜„  - ๐—ฉ๐—ฎ๐—น๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฒ๐—ง๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ฟ๐—ฒ.๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐—บ  Formed in 2006, th...
06/02/2026

Billy Bob Thornton & The Boxmasters are coming to Toledo!
๐—ง๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐—ธ๐—ฒ๐˜๐˜€ ๐—ข๐—ป ๐—ฆ๐—ฎ๐—น๐—ฒ ๐—ก๐—ผ๐˜„ - ๐—ฉ๐—ฎ๐—น๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฒ๐—ง๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ฟ๐—ฒ.๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐—บ

Formed in 2006, the duo of J.D. Andrew and Billy Bob Thornton has spent two decades cultivating a rabid cult fanbase worldwide. While Thornton is the voice and lyricist, the band is a true collaborative engine, blending influences ranging from the cosmic country of Kris Kristofferson and John Prine to the power-pop of Big Star and The Byrds.

Coming off a massive appearance at the Stagecoach Festival, the band is touring in support of their 21st release, In The Bay. Written in the coastal breeze of Morro Bay, California, the new album is a sun-drenched homage to the legendary "California Sound" of the 1960s.

"It is our humble attempt at making our โ€˜Pet Sounds.โ€™ Weโ€™re certainly not The Beatles or The Beach Boys... but those heroes continue to inspire us. When we started this album, we had the general idea that we were going to make one of our more Sixties pop-influenced albums." โ€” Billy Bob Thornton

Don't miss the chance to see one of the most prolific and dedicated touring acts on the road today in the intimate setting of The Valentine Theatre

Take a listen on our Spotify Channel!
https://tinyurl.com/BoxmastersAtTheValentine

06/01/2026

How does a musical get to a BIG Broadway stage?
Toledo School for the Arts graduate, Crystal Bowersox gives you a glimpse into the first stages with a new musical "Crazy For Lovin' You: A Tribute to Patsy Cline & Friends."

Of course the first steps are having a playwriter and executive producer (in this case award winning combo of Jeff Cohen,and Dominick Balletta, respectively). Then a cast of actors (with Crystal as the lead).

Then the production runs in an Off Broadway theatre or studio... and that's where "Crazy For Lovin' You" is right now.

The short, scaled down run is to gain support (think money) for a bigger run at a big Off Broadway theatre or on Broadway, itself. It takes $15 - $25 million to create a broadway show. Although tribute musicals often have a more budget friendly set, they have significant advance musical and licensing fees for popular music.

So wish Crystal and the cast, crew and management of "Crazy For Loving You" all the best as they launch their new musical.
.. And hopefully when it begins a national tour, we'll host it here on our Historic Stage.

The passing of time...This big, beautiful, old building has seen a lot of changes over her 130 years!
05/29/2026

The passing of time...
This big, beautiful, old building has seen a lot of changes over her 130 years!

Then and Now: Photo of the Valentine Theatre
Built in 1895, the The Valentine Theatre has stood as a centerpiece of unforgettable performances, community connection, and artistic excellence.

This photo is from around 1919, view more with our Local History and Genealogy Digital Collections.
https://ow.ly/4emC50Z4PhC

05/28/2026

Broadway fansโ€ฆ this is your night.
Big voices. Iconic songs. One historic stage.

Neil Bergโ€™s โ€˜100 Years of Broadwayโ€™ hits the Valentine Theatre tomorrow night with songs from the greatest musicals of the last century performed LIVE in one of the most intimate theatres around.
900 seats.
No bad views.
All Broadway energy.
Great seats are still available.
ValentineTheatre.com

Address

410 N Superior Street
Toledo, OH
43604

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+14192423490

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