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Ohio Theater

39 East State Street, Columbus, OH 43215
614-469-1045
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Ranked #4 of 59 attractions in Columbus
Type: Theaters
Description: Broadway shows are performed in this historic theater.
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Columbus, Ohio, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2013

The Ohio Theater reins as the queen of downtown Columbus' restored theaters. It's ornate interior is just breathtaking and the quality of shows and entertainment -- the best shows coming through Columbus book at the Ohio Theater. If you have a chance to attend a show there, jump at it! Summer old-movie series is really fun and very affordable.

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NYC
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

One of the most beautiful theaters in the country. Beautifully restored and a great place to see a play, concert or even a movie.

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Marietta, Ohio
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

I watched Kathy Griffen this past Saturday. It's the 1st time in the theatre and I was in awe. The architecture is gorgeous. Very beautiful.

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Downtown Columbus
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

In my opinion, Ohio Theater is the best theater in central Ohio. The settings reflect traditional theater's look. Although I wish they keep the splendid huge chandelier which they took off many years ago, this is still my favarate one. Only one thing I'm not happy -- the restroom is always packed!

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Columbus, Ohio
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 5, 2013

this is one of my favorite theatres in the Columbus area and frequently visit, I am taken aback by the grandness of days gone by

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 28, 2013

I love this theater! It is amazing inside! You can easily hear where ever you sit. The balcony seats can be too far away to see well.

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Columbus, OH
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 6, 2013

The historically renovated theater is well worth the visit no matter what you are there to see. I highly recommend the movie series in the summer.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 13, 2013

Amazing colors, Chinese interpreter, gymnastic and ballet moves. The price for the tickets were pricey for comparable shows, but I've always wanted to see this show after seeing the commercials on television. You should not go to any show if you're tired because you will surely fall asleep with the solo opera-like singing. I dozed off a few times so... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 3, 2013

If you are in the Columbus area, make a point of seeing something at the beautiful, historical Ohio Theatre! Just sitting in the elegance of this venue enhances your theatre going experience! It is not a huge place, so you will find that most seats have great acoustics- an important feature as we get older, and good views of the... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 30, 2013

I have been to the Ohio Theatre several times with no disappointments. It is like being right up front even if you are sitting in the balcony.Last time I took my 11 year old and the staff showed her all around and then upgraded us to a balcony side seat! Way fun for her!

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