MANSFIELD — The Renaissance Youth Opera Theatre (RYOT) production of H.M.S. Pinafore by Gilbert and Sullivan will be on the stage for four performances later this month. Director Lori Turner’s cast will offer shows on Satuday, June 27 at 2 and 7 p.m., and Sunday, June 28 at 1 and 4 p.m. The production will […]
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Renaissance opens 2026 Summer Broadway Camp registration
MANSFIELD — Registration has opened for the Renaissance’s annual “Broadway Camp!” summer theatre program for students ages 8 to 13. The popular summer theatre camp sessions will be held as in-person classes during the weeks of June 15 to 18 and June 22 to 26. Broadway Camp options include the traditional three-hour morning camp (June […]
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The Ren to host auditions for Gilbert & Sullivan’s H.M.S. Pinafore
MANSFIELD — Under the direction of Lori Turner, the Renaissance Theatre will host auditions for the Renaissance Youth Opera Theatre (RYOT) production of Gilbert & Sullivan’s H.M.S. Pinafore. Auditions will be held on Saturday, May 23 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, May 24 from 1 to 4 p.m. in the Ballroom of […]
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Mansfield Symphony presents Star Wars & the Planets on May 16
MANSFIELD — The Mansfield Symphony Orchestra invites audiences to experience a night where cinematic legend meets classical brilliance with Star Wars and The Planets, presented Saturday, May 16 at 7:30 p.m. at the Renaissance Theatre as part of the OhioHealth Symphony Series. This one-night-only performance explores the powerful connection between composer John Williams and Gustav […]
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Celebrities descend on Mansfield for ‘A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum’ Feb. 21 to March 1
MANSFIELD — Major Broadway and television talent are coming together in Mansfield this winter for a special event that has quickly become something of a local phenomenon. Emmy Award-winning and Tony nominated composer, director, and producer Jeff Richmond comes together with beloved television and Broadway stars for a benefit production of A Funny Thing Happened […]
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Auditions set for Jan. 25-25 for Shrek, the Musical, Jr. at The Ren
MANSFIELD — The Renaissance Theatre will host auditions for the Mansfield Youth Theatre (“MY Theatre”) production of Shrek, the Musical, Jr. on Sunday, Jan. 25, from 2:30 to 5 p.m., and on Monday, Jan. 26, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Renaissance’s Theatre 166 venue, located at 166 Park Avenue West in downtown Mansfield. […]
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‘The Nutcracker’ ballet set for Dec. 6 & 7 at The Ren
MANSFIELD – Celebrate the magic of the season as Richland Academy of the Arts presents The Nutcracker Ballet at the Renaissance Theatre on Saturday, Dec. 6 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 7 at 2:30 p.m. as part of Christmas at the Ren presented by Brightspeed. Each year, this cherished community production brings Tchaikovsky’s beloved […]
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Mansfield Symphony presents Holiday Pops on Dec. 20 at The Ren
MANSFIELD – The Renaissance Performing Arts Association will present one of its most cherished holiday traditions, the Mansfield Symphony Orchestra’s Holiday Pops, on Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. at the Renaissance Theatre. Conducted by Octavio Más-Arocas, this festive concert brings the warmth and magic of the season to life with a vibrant blend […]
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Crazy Train: Ozzy Osbourne tribute band rocks The Ren Nov. 14
MANSFIELD – The Renaissance Theatre is set to shake the rafters when Crazy Train: America’s Ozzy Osbourne Experience takes the stage on Friday, Nov. 14 at 7:30 p.m. Hailed as the ultimate touring Ozzy Osbourne tribute show, Crazy Train is fronted by Vinny Cormier, recognized as North America’s #1 Ozzy Osbourne tribute artist. Backed by […]
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Mansfield arts community teams up for a frightfully fun season
MANSFIELD — Scary movies in caverns, gothic plays at the local theater and a magical masquerade to close out the Halloween season. Those are some of the items on tap for Arts After Dark. It’s the new and exciting partnership that connects Mansfield residents with spooky season events taking place throughout the city this year. […]