NEWSIES: In Concert

If you loved our 2018 summer musical, Newsies, you’ll adore this live-on-stage concert version in the new Renaissance Backlot venue. Featuring all the songs, all the laughs, and all the joy of the original, the evening also includes behind-the-scenes stories, photos, video and interviews from our unforgettable production. This Disney classic is the perfect under-the-stars…

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Drive-In Concert with Just Jazz Live

Mansfield Ohio’s Premier Vocal Jazz Ensemble. Led by Britt Reed and Tom Blair, the band averages over 200 shows annually. Because of the vocal versatility of singers Kelly Knowlton and Joel Claypool Just Jazz Live plays anything from swing to Latin jazz, jazz blues to R&B. Get tickets here. Part of the Avita Health System…

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CANCELED – Carmina Burana

This performance has been CANCELED! Let Carmina Burana, an exotic and lush musical journey, takes you away as Neos Dance Theatre and Richland Academy of the Arts join forces. Bobby Wesner choreographed a raw and powerful production that drives through the heart of the rhythmical score by Orff.

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January 28 is National Plan For Vacation Day

National Plan For Vacation Day is January 28, 2020 when Americans are encouraged to plan their vacation days. According to the US Travel Association, 768 Million vacation days went unused last year and 55% of Americans left vacation time on the table in 2018 and we think that’s just sad. If you plan your vacation days, you’re more likely to use them, so don’t let that paid time off go to waste. Sit down with your calendar and let’s plan a trip to Mansfield and Richland County, Ohio!...

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December Happenings and Events

Richland County has caught the Christmas spirit. Whether it’s shopping local for Christmas gifts, watching a Christmas concert, or finding something to do with family from out of town, Mansfield has art fairs, holiday performances, festive attractions and more to brighten your holiday season....

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October Happenings and Events

Fall is in the air and we can smell those hot Apple Donuts by just thinking about them. October is full of great events like Prairie Peddler Festival, Fall Flicker at Kingwood Center Gardens, and the Ohio State Reformatory’s terrifying Blood Prison. Here’s a list of festivals, fall fun, frights and more events you’ll find on this month’s calendar....

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July Happenings and Events

As summer ramps up and temperatures rise, can’t-miss events around Richland County emerge. The opportunities are diverse: music lovers, car buffs, and arts aficionados alike will be pleased by the area’s many offerings, including the Inkcarceration Music and Tattoo Festival, the Honda Indy 200, and the 35th Annual Great Mohican Pow-Wow....

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2018 Holiday Performances

Mansfield and Richland County has no shortage of options for great holiday entertainment with classics like The Nutcracker and familiar friends like everyone’s favorite Buddy the Elf. Ring in the season with the Mansfield Symphony Orchestra and Chorus for an enchanting, community favorite performance of contemporary and classic holiday songs and everyone’s favorite carol sing. Here’s your source for all holiday performances happening this season!...

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Member Spotlight: The Ohio State University at Mansfield Theatre and Stage

The Ohio State University at Mansfield Theatre & Stage offers quality student productions including full-scale musicals, comedy sketches and plays that range from the contemporary to the classics. The theater seats up to 340 patrons making for intimate theatrical experiences. Come for a unique production at an affordable price with tickets under $10....

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