Things to do in Dayton | Restaurants, Theatre, Music and More
Join us for the 12th Annual Brookville 5k Breast Cancer Walk on September 25, starting at 9am at Brookville High School.
Late registration is $40. Registration includes a long-sleeve tshirt. Click here to register and order your size.
All proceeds to benefit Pink Ribbon Girls.
JR Erb Trio consists of bassist JR Erb, guitarist John Simon and drummer ‘Crazy’ Steve Przyzycki. Current feat. artist is saxophonist Greg Pfugh
An estranged bi-racial couple must confront their feelings about race and bias after their 18-year-old son is detained by the local police following a traffic stop incident. Their disparate histories and backgrounds inform their assumptions as they try to find out what happened to their son.
Staring Teresa Lynn, Robert Brumberg, Nathan Evans, and Franklin Johnson.
Dayton Live and its resident companies – Dayton Performing Arts Alliance, The Human Race Theatre Company, and Muse Machine – announced today that patrons attending performances at Dayton Live venues will be required to provide proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test for entry beginning October 1, 2021, in addition to wearing masks. Health and safety policies will continue to be regularly evaluated and adjusted based on community health data, and public health and government guidance.
Dayton Live owns and operates the Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center; the Victoria Theatre; the Metropolitan Arts Center, home to The Loft Theatre; and the PNC Arts Annex; as well as the Arts Garage. Masks will continue to be required inside all venues, in accordance with City of Dayton Mask Mandate.
“Our health and safety policies will continue to be regularly evaluated and adjusted based on community health data, and public health and government guidance,” said Dayton Live President & CEO Ty Sutton. “Based on continuous audience surveys, we know our audiences want us to put additional safety measures in place. This is where we need to be right now – for the safety of our audiences, staff, volunteers, and performers. We’ve been cautious and took a wait-and-see approach before adopting these procedures and requirements. Whether you’re vaccinated or not, regardless of your reasons, we want you to feel welcome to attend any performance in our venues. We simply require proof of vaccination or proof of a negative COVID-19 test.”
Ticket holders are being contacted by the Dayton Live Ticket Office via email with this information and can contact the Ticket Office at[email protected] or 937-228-3630 for more information or to request credits or refunds for tickets.
What documentation is required?
Present your vaccination card or a photo of your vaccination card on your phone along with your ID. Patrons will be required to be fully vaccinated with the Moderna, Pfizer, or Johnson & Johnson vaccine and must show proof of vaccination with valid ID at their time of entry into the theatre with their valid ticket. “Fully vaccinated” means that on the date of the performance, a guest has received their second dose of the Moderna or Pfizer vaccine, or their single dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, at least 14 days prior.
For documentation of negative test results, make sure the document includes your name and the date stamp – along with your ID. COVID-19 tests must be administered by a third party or a virtual proctor. Self-administered tests will not be accepted. Test results must include name, test result, and timestamp to be considered valid.
Other Safety Protocols
In addition to mandatory vaccinations and mask-wearing inside its venues, Dayton Live has implemented several upgrades and strategies to increase health and safety throughout the venues. These include HVAC upgrades to enhance air filtration and quality, the installation of touchless fixtures in all venues, and enhanced cleaning processes and procedures across all venues.
“The goal of numerous layers of defense is to provide as much protection for our stakeholders as possible,” said Sarah Robertson, Dayton Live Vice President of Operations. “While no single layer is strong enough on its own, together these will all contribute positively to the health and safety of our guests. Requiring vaccinations is the most recent addition to our arsenal against COVID-19, and we hope that our guests will be comforted by it.”
All staff, volunteers, and artists at Dayton Live venues are required to be fully vaccinated and mask up unless performing on stage. Regular testing will also be utilized to ensure that those backstage remain healthy.
Dayton Live will continue to follow the guidance of health and safety officials and will reevaluate these policies as needed in coming months. Patrons are encouraged to visit daytonlive.org/ health-safety for the most current protocols and answers to anticipated questions (FAQ).
The goal for this Festival and Sprouting Dreams LLC is to help other businesses and people grow their dreams.
Stage Schedule:
12:00 pm – 12:15 pm – opening statement
12:30 pm – 1:15 pm – Music – Chloe Parks
1:30 pm – 1:45 pm – Speaker – Molly B.
2:00 pm – 2:45 pm – Music – Luv Locz Experiment
3:00 pm – 3:15 pm – Speaker – OPEN
3:30 pm – 4:15 pm – Music – Sunday Funkday
4:30 pm – 4:45 pm – Speaker – Foreverland Farms
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm – Isicle
This celebration will feature the Wright State University Jazz Band, Percussion Ensemble, and Men’s Chorus from the School of Music as well as a Musical Theatre selection from the Theatre Department.
Portopia is Ohio’s newest immersive art exhibit that includes collective work from 14 artists who have altered over 5,000 square feet with powerful, visionary art.
Opening in historic downtown Middletown in the Torchlight Pass building (1131 Central Ave), Portopia is the vision of a group of over 15 community stakeholders committed to spurring economic development and creating space for nontraditional art. Visitors will experience dimensional art that titillate the senses of sound, sight, smell, touch, and even taste. The unconventional exhibit also includes 14 hidden “portal gems” for discovery and 3 portal doors for decoding that lead to unexpected surprises. Portopia is a temporary show that will appeal to guests of all ages and will runs through December 19, 2021.
“The overarching goal was to leverage Middletown’s long commitment to the arts and create an unexpected experience that can be enjoyed by all ages,” said Mary Huttlinger, executive director of the Middletown Visitors Bureau and project manager. “We wanted to create a sustainable concept that could be repeated annually with a different team of artists, keeping the experience fresh and relevant.”
The immersive experience is more than just painting on the walls. Guests will encounter fun passageways, video displays, puzzles to solve, and interactive components. Each room presents the visitor with an entire new experience to discover and enjoy. The time-ticketed event limits the number of guests each hour to ensure an enjoyable and safe experience.
“Portopia’s foundation is built on private-public partnerships and is a terrific example of an opportunity that offers multiple benefits to the community. The City of Middletown was an early adopter of this initiative and we are eager to support its success,” said James Palenick, Middletown City Manager.
Many of Portopia’s artists hail from southwestern Ohio yet some have roots from as far away as New York, California, and New Jersey. All of them have collectively worked together to conceptualize and execute the first iteration of what is hoped to be a many year, recurring exhibit.
According to Roscoe Wilson, Portopia artist and Professor of Art at Miami University, “Participating in Portopia was a terrific opportunity because we (the artists) had the freedom to create our own vision. It is rare to work on a project that encourages unencumbered artistic expression. Also using existing materials in the space allowed me to expand my practice into a new direction.”
Challenge your senses at Portopia – September 11, 2021 – December 19, 2021 in Middletown, Ohio. More information and tickets available at: www.Portopia.org
Start the week off right by entering the Bottle Lottery for a chance at Weller C.Y.P.B., Weller Single Barrel, Weller Full Proof, and Elmer T. Lee Single Barrel! Entries are being accepted through Monday, September 20th. You can enter online.
Weller C.Y.P.B ($39.98)
Aroma: A light aroma of citrus and oak.
Taste: Well rounded and balanced.
Finish: A medium-long finish with hints of vanilla.
Weller Full Proof ($49.99)
Aroma: Vanilla, dark cherries and caramel.
Taste: Balance of caramel and toasted oak.
Finish: Long, with notes of crème brûlée and chocolate.
Weller Single Barrel ($49.99)
Aroma: Cherry and mint, fading to vanilla.
Taste: Caramel and baking spices with hints of cocoa explode on the palate.
Finish: Cinnamon, coffee, and a hint of pepper.
Elmer T. Lee Single Barrel ($37.99)
Aroma: Clove, vanilla, and old leather.
Taste: Balances fruit, honey and vanilla with a light spiciness.
Finish: A long and warm finish.
The lottery runs from September 13th to September 20th. Entries will be accepted for the lottery beginning at 12:01 a.m. on September 13th. All entries must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. on September 20th.
While you may enter for any or all of the bottles listed in this lottery, you are only eligible to win the right to purchase one bottle.
REQUIRED ENTRY INFORMATION
Ohio Driver’s License Number / Ohio Identification Card Number
First Name
Last Name
Street Address
Date of Birth
Preferred OHLQ store location for purchasing the product if you win
You must be at least 21 years old and a resident of Ohio to enter the lottery. Military service members stationed in Ohio are also eligible to enter.
Once you have submitted your entry, a 6-digit ticket number will be displayed on the registration page and emailed to you after a successful submission. Keep that number handy as it will be used for verification if you win. Winners will be notified in early October using the email address entered with their submissions. The list of winners and their corresponding ticket numbers will also be posted on the Ohio bottle lotteries website.
Springboro Community Theatre invites you to auditions for THE WEDDING SINGER, composed by Matthew Sklar, book by Chad Berguelin and Tim Herlihy and lyrics by Chad Berguelin. Direction by Jenni Cypher, musical direction by Judy Mansky and choreography by Kara Castle.
Please prepare 32 bars/one minute of a pop/rock song in the style of THE WEDDING SINGER. Please no songs actually from the show. An accompanist will be provided. We would like to particularly invite dancers for featured dancing parts. Please contact director Jenni Cypher at [email protected] or text to 937-430-7820 with any specific questions.
ZZ Top is an American rock band formed in 1969 in Houston, Texas. For 51 years, the band comprised vocalist-guitarist Billy Gibbons, drummer Frank Beard and vocalist-bassist Dusty Hill, until Hill’s death in 2021. Rooted in blues, ZZ Top developed a signature sound based on Gibbons’ blues guitar style and Hill and Beard’s rhythm section. They are popular for their live performances, sly and humorous lyrics, and the similar appearances of Gibbons and Hill, who were rarely seen without their long beards, sunglasses, and hats.
This year, join the Southwestern Ohio Hemophilia Foundation in person! Come be a part of making a difference in the lives of those dealing with blood disorders like hemophilia and Von Willebrands as we walk or run our way to victory at the BDA 5K Walk/Run!
Pizza Hut wants to recognize our local everyday heroes, so on September 11, 2021 all emergency responders- fire, police, paramedics, emergency room nurses will receive a FREE Pizza Hut Lunch4Less Meal Deal.
Those menu options include:
Complete meals, starting at just $4, available before 4pm
0-1025Cal)These meals are best served in a dining room, fresh from our kitchen, but also available to pick-up when you’re on the run
(call ahead & we’ll have yours ready).
Participating locations include:
1195 North Fairfield Road Beavercreek, OH 45432
4211 Linden Ave. Dayton, OH 45432
4939 Burkhardt Rd. Dayton, OH 45431
4217 N Main St. #102 Dayton, OH 45405
2929 Harshman Road Dayton , OH 45424
9134 Lebanon Pike Dayton, OH 45458
4315 W 3rd Street Dayton, OH 45417
565 S Main Street Englewood, OH 45322
428 N. Broad St. Fairborn, OH 45324
11 W Dayton Yellow Springs Rd. Fairborn, OH 45324
6561 Brandt Pike Huber Heights, OH 45424
900 E. Dorothy Lane Kettering, OH 45419
1200 East Central Avenue Miamisburg, OH 45342
1480 West Main Troy, OH 45373
337 E National Rd. Vandalia, OH 45377
733 E. Central West Carrollton, OH 45449
The Italian Fall Festa kicks off Friday September 10 at 6pm, but here’s your chance to get a taste of the event before it opens.
Order an Italian lunch to be picked up between 11am – 1pm on Friday. You can order a single lunch or order up for your entire office.
Menu options:
Pasta dinner with 2 meatballs and a side salad $10.00
Pepperoni or Cheese Pizza (whole only) $14.00
Meatball sandwich $6.00
Italian Beef Sandwich $8.00
Small side salad $2.00
Pop/Water $2.50
Cannoli $4.50
