Apr 16 Thursday
Youngstown State University Theater presents "Kiss Me, Kate" for one weekend only opening Thursday, April 16. With Thursday, Friday, and Saturday performances and the Sunday matinee at 2:00pm at Ford Theater in YSU's Bliss Hall.
"Kiss Me Kate" is a musical centered around a production of William Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew, this show follows the on- and off-stage conflict between its characters, particularly exes Fred and Lilli and their turbulent relationship as they both start seeing other people. Get tickets at ysu.tix.com.
Apr 17 Friday
The Millennial Theater Company presents: Mean Girls The Musical! weekends from Friday, April 17 through Sunday, April 26 at the Youngstown Playhouse with Friday and Saturday shows at 7:30pm and Sunday matinees at 2:30pm. See new student Cady Heron take on The Plastics, a trio of lionized frenemies led by the charming but ruthless Regina George. When Cady and her friends devise a "Revenge Party" to end Regina’s reign, she learns the hard way that you can’t cross a queen bee without getting stung. Tickets at youngstownplayhouse.org
Apr 18 Saturday
The YSU Ward Beecher Planetarium presents the program, "One World, One Sky" every Saturday in March at 2:00pm. Big Bird, Elmo, and Hu Hu Zhu take viewers on an exciting discovery of the Sun, Moon, and stars. They learn about the Big Dipper and the North Star and take an imaginary trip to the Moon. All planetarium shows are free with seating being first come, first served.
Apr 19 Sunday
The Butler Institute of American Art presents "Family Days' every third Sunday through April at 1:30pm. Join the Butler's docents, artists, and art educators, as they lead you on a learning journey through the museum with tours, demonstrations, scavenger hunts, and art-making. For children of all ages with their family. More information is available at butlerart.com
Apr 21 Tuesday
The Stambaugh Chorus invites all local singers to join its Spring 2026 season, featuring powerful choral music connected to the national Sing Democracy 250 initiative, commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States. This nationwide project includes newly commissioned works that celebrate democracy, unity, and the American spirit. Rehearsals begin Tuesday, January 6, and will be held weekly on Tuesdays from 7:00 to 9:00 pm, in Bliss Hall, on the YSU campus. More information available on the Stambaugh Chorus Facebook page or StambaughChorus.org.
Apr 24 Friday