The holiday season is a busy time for theaters across the Dayton area, with holiday performances, both new and familiar, set for the stage in the coming weeks. Whether you're in the mood for an evening full of festive holiday music, a familiar favorite like The Nutcracker, or something brand new, you can find so many great shows in and around Dayton during the holidays. Our real estate agents have all the details on five fantastic holiday theater productions happening near Dayton this year.

• Holiday Inn – 765 W. Central Ave., Springboro, OH 45066
  What could be better than one holiday season? Experience a full year of holidays from a totally new perspective with a performance of Irving Berlin's Holiday Inn, which brings the sights and sounds of Broadway to the stage in our corner of Ohio. Follow the story of former showbiz star Jim and small-town teacher Linda as they transform a sleepy farm into a fantastic entertainment destination with shows for every big holiday of the year. This family-friendly show is sure to create wonderful holiday memories, and there are plenty of chances to see it. There will be performances of Holiday Inn from now through December 29, 2024, with both matinee and evening shows every Wednesday – Sunday.

• The Nutcracker – 1 W. 2nd St., Dayton, OH 45402
  Some holiday classics never go out of style, and such is the case with The Nutcracker. See this beloved, familiar story brought to life by the Opera Philharmonic Ballet from the Dayton Performing Arts Alliance, with the score played live by the Dayton Philharmonic. You can see this show on two weekends, December 13-15 and 20-22, 2024, with special matinees on the Sunday of each weekend.

• Christmas in the Air – 500 S. Dorset Rd., Troy, OH 45373
  Have you ever wondered what it would be like if a snow globe came to life? That's the idea behind Christmas in the Air, a multi-faceted performance that blends music, dance, and visits from some of your favorite holiday characters. The performance takes place on December 15, 2024, at the Arbogast Performing Arts Center, starting at 4:00 PM. Grab your tickets online, or stop by the box office every Tuesday – Friday.

• Midwest Dueling Pianos Holiday Edition – 9 W. Main St., Troy, OH 45373
  Searching for a different spin on the usual holiday tunes? Midwest Dueling Pianos Holiday Edition might be just the thing for you, with an energetic evening of holiday music and delicious dining on December 17, 2024, at The Mayflower. Arrive an hour early for cocktails and appetizers, then settle in to hear all of the holiday hits from two talented pianists going back and forth all evening. The show starts at 6:00 PM, and tickets are limited, so it's wise to secure your spot in advance.

• O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy – 138 N. Main St, Dayton, OH 45402
  Looking for a laugh during the holidays? O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy has been called "outrageously funny" and "profoundly happy" by critics, who have raved about this two-man play on both sides of the Atlantic. See the talented British duo James & Jamesy in action on December 8, 2024, at Victoria Theatre in a show that's both fun and appropriate for all ages.

Planning to do some house hunting in between all of your fun holiday adventures this year? Our local team is here to help you accomplish your real estate goals. Contact us to buy and sell homes throughout the Dayton, OH area.