MANSFIELD – The Renaissance Performing Arts Association is delighted to present One Night, One Man Christmas Carol, a one-of-a-kind holiday event featuring Renaissance Artistic Director Michael Thomas. The performance will take place on Friday, Dec. 12 at 7:30 p.m. in the Ghostlight Lounge, the Renaissance’s speakeasy located in the former historic lobby. About the Show A Christmas […]
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Broadway, TV & film stars headline Fiddler on the Roof cast
MANSFIELD – The Renaissance Theatre will present the Mansfield Symphony’s concert staging of Fiddler on the Roof on Saturday, May 10 at 7:30 p.m. as part of the OhioHealth Symphony Series. This unforgettable performance will bring Broadway to the heart of Mansfield for one night only — with a powerhouse lineup of stage and screen […]
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Teddy Bear concert features ‘The Spooky Old House’ at Mansfield library
MANSFIELD — The Renaissance Theatre will host the first of its three Teddy Bear Concerts of the 2024-25 Mechanics Bank Education Series on Saturday, Oct. 26 at 2:30 p.m. “The Spooky Old House” concert will be held in the Community Room at the Mansfield/Richland County Public Library’s Main Location, located at 43 West Third St., […]
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Renaissance announces auditions for 2024-25 season
MANSFIELD — The Renaissance Performing Arts Association is thrilled to announce virtual auditions for the remainder of the 2024-2025 season. Open to all non-union actors, these auditions offer an exciting opportunity to perform in a variety of productions. Most named roles are paid, with housing and travel provided. Audition details ● Visit rentickets.org/auditions/ for information on specific […]
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An American in Paris slated for May 16 at The Renaissance Theatre
MANSFIELD – The Mansfield Symphony Orchestra presents a Broadway collaboration with Artistic Director Michael Thomas and a cast of Renaissance Theatre performing artists as they present An American in Paris in Concert. This performance will be the Mansfield Symphony Orchestra’s 2023-24 season finale on Saturday, May 16 at 7:30 p.m. Based on the 1951 Academy Award-winning […]
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At Last: An evening with Etta James set for April 26 & 27 at The Ren
MANSFIELD – Get ready to be transported into the captivating world of legendary singer Etta James as the Renaissance Theatre proudly presents “At Last: An Evening with Etta James” on April 26 and 27. This special production, created and written at the Renaissance Theatre, promises an immersive experience into the life and music of one […]
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Fun Home, musical comedy, begins Jan. 19 to 28 at The Ren’s 166 stage
MANSFIELD — The Renaissance Theatre has announced the opening of the stage production “Fun Home,” a compelling musical that explores the intricacies of family dynamics, identity, and the challenges of growing up. The show will grace the Ren’s Theatre 166 stage from Jan. 19 to 28. Performance schedule ● Friday, Jan. 19, 2024, at 7:30 […]
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Thomas transitions to artistic consultant at The Ren
MANSFIELD — After an illustrious tenure spanning 15 years as the Renaissance Theatre’s acclaimed Artistic Director, Michael Thomas, is set to embark on a new chapter as he steps into the role of Artistic Consultant for the organization. In light of this change, the Renaissance Performing Arts Association is taking the opportunity to celebrate and […]
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Hello, Dolly! Goodbye, Michael: Broadway stars and a final bow at the Ren this weekend
This weekend’s performance of “Hello, Dolly!” at the Renaissance Theatre features Broadway veterans Jeff Richmond and Jennifer Simard, and a fond farewell for Artistic Director Michael Thomas.