Broadway in Columbus 2026 to 2027: Shows at the Ohio Theatre and Palace
The 2026 to 2027 Broadway in Columbus season brings eight touring shows to CAPA’s downtown theaters, led by a three week summer run of Wicked at the Ohio Theatre (July 28 to August 15, 2027). Maybe Happy Ending opens the season November 3 to 8, 2026, followed by the Grinch musical at the Palace Theatre in December and a winter lineup of Operation Mincemeat, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast and The Great Gatsby. Spring and summer bring Beetlejuice, Hell’s Kitchen and Wicked. Dates were checked against Broadway in Columbus and the touring productions on October 31, 2026.
Broadway in Columbus 2026 to 2027 dates
| Show | Dates | Theater |
|---|---|---|
| Maybe Happy Ending | November 3 to 8, 2026 | Ohio Theatre |
| Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical | December 8 to 13, 2026 | Palace Theatre |
| Operation Mincemeat | January 5 to 10, 2027 | CAPA downtown theater (see event page) |
| Disney’s Beauty and the Beast | January 30 to February 7, 2027 | Ohio Theatre |
| The Great Gatsby | February 23 to March 3, 2027 | Ohio Theatre |
| Beetlejuice | April 16 to 18, 2027 | Ohio Theatre |
| Hell’s Kitchen | June 15 to 20, 2027 | CAPA downtown theater (see event page) |
| Wicked | July 28 to August 15, 2027 | Ohio Theatre |
Broadway in Columbus engagements play CAPA’s downtown houses, mainly the Ohio Theatre and the Palace Theatre. Where we could not confirm the theater for a show, check the event page on Broadway in Columbus before you buy, since parking and seating differ between the two buildings.
The shows
Maybe Happy Ending (November 3 to 8, 2026)
The season opener is the musical that won the 2025 Tony Award for Best Musical. Set in a near future Seoul, it follows two retired helper robots who strike up an unlikely friendship. It is a small, gentle show with a big emotional payoff, and a good pick for adults and older kids who like quieter musicals. It plays the Ohio Theatre and runs 1 hour and 40 minutes with no intermission. See our Maybe Happy Ending tour dates for the full route.
The Grinch Musical (December 8 to 13, 2026)
The family holiday show, narrated by Max the dog, runs about 85 to 90 minutes with no intermission, which makes it a good first theater outing for young kids. It plays the Palace Theatre. See our Grinch musical tour guide for other cities and tips.
Operation Mincemeat (January 5 to 10, 2027)
A fast comedy musical about a real World War II British intelligence plan that used a dead man and forged papers to mislead the Nazis. It won the Olivier Award for Best New Musical in London before its Broadway run. It runs 2 hours and 35 minutes with an intermission. See our Operation Mincemeat tour dates.
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast (January 30 to February 7, 2027)
A reimagined 30th anniversary touring production with new sets and costumes, running about 2 hours and 30 minutes and recommended for ages 6 and up. It has the longest run of the winter shows, at just over a week. See our Beauty and the Beast tour guide.
The Great Gatsby (February 23 to March 3, 2027)
The musical version of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s novel, which opened on Broadway in 2024. Expect big Jazz Age production numbers and lavish costumes, which suit the Ohio Theatre’s grand interior. See our Great Gatsby tour dates.
Beetlejuice (April 16 to 18, 2027)
Only three days in Columbus, so plan early. The show runs about 2 hours and 30 minutes, and tour venues recommend it for ages 13 and up. Our Beetlejuice tour guide has the full route and advisories.
Hell’s Kitchen (June 15 to 20, 2027)
Alicia Keys’ musical, inspired by her own teenage years in New York City, with her hit songs and new music. It won Tony Awards on Broadway in 2024. It runs 2 hours and 35 minutes with one intermission. See our Hell’s Kitchen tour dates for other cities.
Wicked (July 28 to August 15, 2027)
The biggest booking of the season and the longest run, at nearly three weeks in the Ohio Theatre. The tour lists a running time of 2 hours and 45 minutes with a 15 minute intermission and recommends it for ages 8 and up. The on sale date had not been announced when we checked. Our Wicked tour dates page has the full schedule, and our guide to cheap Wicked tickets explains the discount programs on Broadway.
How this season compares to last year
The 2025 to 2026 Broadway in Columbus season was built around the Ohio premiere of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, alongside titles such as Some Like It Hot, Back to the Future, The Sound of Music, The Outsiders, Shucked and Water for Elephants. This season leans more on recent Tony winners and big family titles. Maybe Happy Ending, Operation Mincemeat and Hell’s Kitchen all arrive within a couple of years of their Broadway openings, while Wicked and Beauty and the Beast give families two of the most requested titles in touring.
If you missed Cursed Child in Columbus, the closest 2027 stops are Cincinnati’s Aronoff Center (April) and Cleveland’s Connor Palace (August to September). See our Cursed Child tour dates for details.
Which shows suit which audience?
- Young families: The Grinch in December and Beauty and the Beast in late winter.
- Families with kids 8 and up: Wicked.
- Teens and adults: Beetlejuice (13 and up), Hell’s Kitchen and The Great Gatsby.
- Adults who like new musicals: Maybe Happy Ending and Operation Mincemeat.
Season tickets or single tickets?
Broadway in Columbus sells season packages that lock in the same seats for the season’s shows and give subscribers first access before single tickets go on sale. If you plan to see four or more of these shows, or you want good seats for Wicked without fighting the single ticket rush, a subscription is the safest way in. If you only want one or two titles, wait for single ticket on sale dates, which CAPA announces as each engagement is finalized, and join the email list for presale alerts.
Where to sit at the Ohio Theatre
The Ohio Theatre is a restored 1928 movie palace on South High Street, across from the Ohio Statehouse. It is a beautiful room but a deep one, with a large balcony.
- Orchestra center: The best views for most shows.
- Loge and front balcony: Good value with a clear view of the full stage, especially for big dance numbers.
- Rear balcony: The most affordable seats, but far from the stage. Bring binoculars for character driven shows.
Like most movie palaces, the Ohio’s upper levels rise steeply, which keeps sightlines clear over the row in front but means a lot of stairs. Anyone who struggles with steps should stay in the orchestra, where the accessible seating is also located. The loge, a raised and centered section, is often the best value for big musicals like Wicked and Beauty and the Beast, because it shows the whole stage picture at a lower price than the center orchestra.
Our full Ohio Theatre guide covers sections, sightlines, parking and accessibility in detail.
Other theater in Columbus this season
Broadway in Columbus is only part of the city’s theater calendar. BalletMet performs Swan Lake at the Ohio Theatre in February, Opera Columbus stages a pirate themed musical at the Palace in November, and local companies such as Short North Stage, CATCO and Shadowbox Live run full seasons of their own. For a family holiday show, the Grinch at the Palace is the main touring option this year.
Buying tickets safely in Columbus
Start at Broadway in Columbus or CAPA’s box office. Resale sites buy search ads for popular Columbus shows, and their pages can look official. Our guide to buying theater tickets safely explains how to check the seller before you pay.
Related guides
Tour date pages for shows in this guide
Other city season guides
- Broadway season at ASU Gammage in Tempe
- Broadway season at the Hollywood Pantages in Los Angeles
- Broadway season at Broadway In Boston
- Broadway season at Playhouse Square in Cleveland
Broadway in Columbus FAQ
What shows are in the Broadway in Columbus 2026 to 2027 season?
The season includes Maybe Happy Ending, the Grinch musical, Operation Mincemeat, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, The Great Gatsby, Beetlejuice, Hell’s Kitchen and Wicked.
When is Wicked coming to Columbus?
Wicked plays the Ohio Theatre in Columbus from July 28 to August 15, 2027. The on sale date had not been announced when we checked.
When is Beetlejuice in Columbus?
Beetlejuice plays the Ohio Theatre from April 16 to 18, 2027.
Where is the Grinch musical in Columbus?
The Grinch musical plays the Palace Theatre in Columbus from December 8 to 13, 2026.
Where do Broadway in Columbus shows play?
Broadway in Columbus engagements play CAPA’s downtown theaters, mainly the Ohio Theatre and the Palace Theatre. Check each show’s event page for its theater.
Is Beauty and the Beast coming to Columbus?
Yes. Disney’s Beauty and the Beast plays the Ohio Theatre from January 30 to February 7, 2027.
Featured photo: Ohio Theatre, Columbus. Photo: Daniel Schwen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons. Resized for web.
Sources and corrections
Dates and show details were checked on October 31, 2026 against these sources:
- Broadway in Columbus (season shows and dates)
- Wicked official tour schedule (Columbus dates and theater)
- The Broadway League: Beauty and the Beast tour (Columbus dates and theater)
- CityScene Columbus: 2026 to 2027 performing arts season (The Great Gatsby, BalletMet, Opera Columbus)
- Hoodline: Wicked, Beetlejuice and Gatsby in Columbus (season announcement and theaters)
- CAPA: Beetlejuice (Columbus dates)
Dates change. Always confirm your performance on the official page before you buy. Spot an error? Email info@theatertickets.com and we will check it and update this page.
