The Lorax [The Movie]
Friday, April 19, 2024 @ 7pm

Twelve-year-old Ted (Zac Efron) lives in a place virtually devoid of nature; no flowers or trees grow in the town of Thneedville. Ted would very much like to win the heart of Audrey (Taylor Swift), the girl of his dreams, but to do this, he must find that which she most desires: a Truffula tree. To get it, Ted delves into the story of the Lorax (Danny DeVito), once the gruff guardian of the forest, and the Once-ler (Ed Helms), who let greed overtake his respect for nature.

Director - Chris Renaud
Production year - 2012
Rating - PG
Studio - Universal Pictures
Cast - Ed Helms, Zac Efron, Taylor Swift, Betty White, Rob Riggle

Runtime - 94 minutes

Ticket Price - $8.00

Avalon Laugh-Along Comedy Night
Featuring: MPSC Entertainment
Saturday, April 20, 2024 @ 7pm

Come ready to laugh your way through an evening of incredible comedy at our next Comedy Night featuring the comics of MPSC Entertainment. This PG-13 show has been curated specifically for The Avalon Theatre audiences.

Our April 20th show is Marysville Schools Appreciation Night and will be hosted by Avalon favorite Naterrius Manson & AC Bradford. Our incredible line-up of comics includes:
Chris Anderson who draws on his family life and his twisted perspective on things to bring his story to life. He's a big guy who brings big laughs. Marc Fazon a clean comedian from Columbus, Oh who will make you laugh with his witty, relatable jokes and he’s definitely not afraid to poke fun at his home town. Chevy Terrill is a Comedian from Akron, Ohio. He has mild case of Cerebral Palsy. He didn’t let that stop him. His little brother always told him “Man, you’re funny as hell!” That pushed him to start writing jokes and performing. And last but not least, “The Real” John King a comedy veteran with more than 39 years of making people laugh. He comes armed with a vast well of jokes and musical ability combined to make a hilarious night!

This event is rated PG-13
Presented in part by the Ohio Arts Council.

Ticket Price - $10.00

Plant Roots with The Avalon Theatre
Monday, April 22, 2024 @ 5:30pm

Plant Roots with The Avalon Theatre in 2024 at our membership kick-off event and the official unveiling of the new Marquee Club. A short presentation of the membership levels and benefits for our patrons will be given along with entertainment by The Avalon Children’s Choir and other special guests! Enjoy a sampling of the new food selections that will be available full time in the Marquee Club, along with A Slice of Leon’s pizza, an ice cream bar by Rollie’s and much more. This is a free event, open to the public, and we hope you can find a way to plant roots with us here at The Avalon Theatre and enjoy our offerings all year long.

General Admission

Speaker Series
Two Inches of Tough: From Restoration to Rhinos
Wednesday, April 24, 2024 @ 7pm

“Firsts” are milestones throughout life that are celebrated. A tooth, a birthday, riding a bike, a first paycheck, a graduation, a home. We strive for them and cheer when the milestone is reached.

“Seconds” are also worthy of celebration! Join us as second chance cheerleaders, Chris Money, Executive Director of Kindway and Bruce Daniels, Community Inspirer, share stories that are grounded in grit, faith, restoration and yes, rhinos.

Each April, the U.S. Department of Justice's Office of Justice Programs celebrates Second Chance Month, recognizing the importance of helping individuals, communities, and agencies across the country appreciate their role in supporting the safe and successful reentry of millions of people returning from incarceration each year. Second Chance Month aims to inform and highlight the many opportunities for state, local, and tribal governments and community-based service providers to build meaningful second chances for our returning community members.
Doors at 6:00pm - - Discussion at 7:00pm

$15.00 Suggested Donation

Sounds of the Avalon
Hypnosis The Show with Gregg Pruitt
Friday, April 26, 2024 @ 2pm & 7pm

Get ready to ‘lose your mind’! Hypnosis-The Show is an interactive mix of mind-reading and hypnosis, that puts the mystery and power of the human mind on full display! During the show, volunteers from the audience are hypnotized to truly believe the most unbelievable suggestions, reacting as if they are really happening! They may think they are fighter pilots, karate masters, or even believe they are world class musicians, or competing in a dance contest. It is a jaw-dropping mix of theatrical entertainment and hilarious comedy that will have the entire family walking away with unforgettable memories. This is the ultimate chance for you to SEE the Show, or BE the Show!
*Although every show is family-friendly, it is most appropriate for ages 10+

Gregg Pruett is a professionally certified hypnotist based in Central Ohio. As an entertainer, he has performed on stages all across the Unites States and Canada, performing in 43 of the 50 States. He has appeared multiple times on TV and Radio, including Blinq TV in Europe. His on-man show, Hypnosis-The Show, is a unique blend of theatre and comedy that receives rave reviews again and again. Gregg is also the founder of The Mental Toughness Trainer, in which he works with competitive athletes on sharpening their mental game. In addition to his work with hypnosis, Gregg is also an accomplished speaker, magician, and musician. When he is not on stage or meeting with clients, Gregg can be found spending time with his wife and kids, and rooting on The Ohio State Buckeyes.

Ticket Price - $15.00 [Adults] and $8.00 [Children 13 & under]

Sounds of the Avalon
Hypnosis The Show with Gregg Pruitt
Friday, April 26, 2024 @ 2pm & 7pm

Get ready to ‘lose your mind’! Hypnosis-The Show is an interactive mix of mind-reading and hypnosis, that puts the mystery and power of the human mind on full display! During the show, volunteers from the audience are hypnotized to truly believe the most unbelievable suggestions, reacting as if they are really happening! They may think they are fighter pilots, karate masters, or even believe they are world class musicians, or competing in a dance contest. It is a jaw-dropping mix of theatrical entertainment and hilarious comedy that will have the entire family walking away with unforgettable memories. This is the ultimate chance for you to SEE the Show, or BE the Show!
*Although every show is family-friendly, it is most appropriate for ages 10+

Gregg Pruett is a professionally certified hypnotist based in Central Ohio. As an entertainer, he has performed on stages all across the Unites States and Canada, performing in 43 of the 50 States. He has appeared multiple times on TV and Radio, including Blinq TV in Europe. His on-man show, Hypnosis-The Show, is a unique blend of theatre and comedy that receives rave reviews again and again. Gregg is also the founder of The Mental Toughness Trainer, in which he works with competitive athletes on sharpening their mental game. In addition to his work with hypnosis, Gregg is also an accomplished speaker, magician, and musician. When he is not on stage or meeting with clients, Gregg can be found spending time with his wife and kids, and rooting on The Ohio State Buckeyes.

Ticket Price - $15.00 [Adults] and $8.00 [Children 13 & under]

The Avalon Children's Choir will present their annual spring concert this year at Veterans Memorial Auditorium on Saturday, April 27th at 7pm and Sunday, April 28th at 3pm. The concert will feature pop songs from the birth of rock & roll to now! Performers will sing & dance to songs from Elvis, the Jackson 5, and ABBA - just to name a few!

The Avalon Children's Choir will present their annual spring concert this year at Veterans Memorial Auditorium on Saturday, April 27th at 7pm and Sunday, April 28th at 3pm. The concert will feature pop songs from the birth of rock & roll to now! Performers will sing & dance to songs from Elvis, the Jackson 5, and ABBA - just to name a few!

Sounds of the Avalon Presents...
An Afternoon of Great Music in Marysville!
LECLAIR, BACH, TARTINI, & VIVALDI performed by
DR. FREDERICK RIPLEY, Violin & Viola & JAMES D. HILDRETH, Piano
Sunday, April 28, 2024 @ 4pm

Join these acclaimed performers as they present music of great appeal and contrast composed between 1720 and 1740! The program features a violin sonata by the French master Jean-Marie Leclair, a gamba sonata by J. S. Bach, and lyrical and brilliant violin concerti by Giuseppe Tartini and Antonio Vivaldi.


Don’t miss this captivating repertoire, including remarks by Dr. Ripley, performed with virtuosity,
insight, and passion! Admission is free and a reception will follow. All are welcome to this special event!
“We thought that Fred’s concert was fabulous - that’s the only word we can put on it. His erudite presentation and background was just outstanding!”
“What a treasure it was to hear Fred’s recital! Such an ambitious and beautifully executed program, and I loved the talks before each piece. What a gift!”

General Admission
$10.00 Suggested Donation

WEST SIDE STORY [The Movie]
Monday, April 29, 2024 @ 7pm

Two youngsters from rival New York City gangs fall in love, but tensions between their respective friends build toward tragedy. West Side Story is a modern musical representation of the classic story "Romeo and Juliet."

Directors - Jerome Robbins & Robert Wise
Production year - 1961
Rating - PG
Studio - United Artists
Cast - Natalie Wood, George Chakiris, Richard Beymer

Runtime - 153 minutes

Ticket Price - $8.00

STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS [The Movie]
Saturday, May 04, 2024 @ 7pm

May the Fourth be with you" is a variant of the Star Wars catchphrase "May the Force be with you". Even though the holiday was not created or declared by Lucasfilm, many Star Wars fans have chosen to celebrate the holiday and it has since been embraced by Lucasfilm and the Walt Disney Company as an annual celebration of Star Wars.

Thirty years after the Battle of Endor, a new threat has risen in the form of the First Order and the villainous Kylo Ren. Meanwhile, Rey, a young scavenger, discovers powers that will change her life -- and possibly save the galaxy.

Director - J.J. Abrams
Production year - 2015
Rating - PG-13
Studio - LucasFilm
Cast - Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Adam Driver, Harrison Ford, Domhnall Gleeson

Runtime - 136 minutes

Ticket Price - $8.00
*Dinner & A Show Add-On Available*

Avalon Laugh-Along Comedy Night
Featuring: Andy Beningo
Thursday, May 09, 2024 @ 7pm

With over 3,500 career performances, Andy Beningo has established himself as one of the most in demand comedians working today. Hailed for his clean and "every man" style, Andy has been named one of the 40 Best Up and Coming Comedians in the country, as well as "Best Comedian" by both the Detroit Metro Times and Detroit Hour magazine. Andy has appeared on AXS TV's Gotham Comedy Live, CMT's Next Big Comic, and on Drybar Comedy- where his special, 'Adorable Tough Guy' generated over six million views on social media.

Andy has been heard on the nationally syndicated Bob and Tom radio show, and was a special guest on Larry the Cable Guy's 'Weekly Round Up' on Sirius XM radio. His first comedy album, 'Quiet Coyote' regularly plays on Laugh USA. His rare ability to find humor in subjects like growing up the middle child, his short lived career as a middle school teacher and our society's obsession with technology has made him a crowd favorite in audiences worldwide.

Presented in part by the Ohio Arts Council.

Ticket Price - $10.00

Avalon [The Movie]
Saturday, May 11, 2024 @ 7pm

This drama, largely based on the family history of director Barry Levinson, follows the immigrant Krichinsky clan as they settle in Baltimore during the early 20th century. While Sam Krichinsky (Armin Mueller-Stahl) establishes roots in the city and finds a wife (Joan Plowright), his ambitious son, Jules (Aidan Quinn), who changes his last name to Kaye, tries to live the American Dream by opening an appliance store, revealing cultural and generational gaps.

Director - Barry Levinson
Production year - 1990
Rating - PG
Studio - Columbia Pictures Industries Inc.
Cast - Armin Mueller-Stahl, Leo Fuchs, Lou Jacobi, Joan Plowright, Aidan Quinn

Runtime - 126 minutes

Ticket Price - $8.00

Mr. Holland’s Opus [The Movie]
Friday, May 17, 2024 @ 7pm

In 1965, passionate musician Glenn Holland takes a day job as a high school music teacher, convinced it's just a small obstacle on the road to his true calling: writing a historic opus. As the decades roll by with the composition unwritten but generations of students inspired through his teaching, Holland must redefine his life's purpose.

Director - Stephen Herek
Production year - 1995
Rating - PG
Studio - Walt Disney Pictures
Cast - Richard Dreyfuss, Glenne Headly, Olympia Dukakis, Jay Thomas, Damon Whitaker

Runtime - 142 minutes

Ticket Price - $8.00

Avalon Laugh-Along Comedy Night
Featuring: MPSC Entertainment
Saturday, May 18, 2024 @ 7pm

Description Coming Soon!

Presented in part by the Ohio Arts Council.

Ticket Price - $10.00

Day-Off Classic Cartoons
Thursday, May 23, 2024 @ 12pm

Marysville schools are out, so the Classic Cartoons are on the big screen! Tickets are only $2 and these cartoons are perfect for the whole family. We'll have our full concessions available and everyone is welcome. Enjoy your day off at The Avalon!
All tickets are general seating and can be purchased online at theavalontheatre.org or at the theatre box office!

Runtime - 1hr

Ticket Price - $2.00

Sounds of The Avalon Presents…
Brittney Mack - Putting on the Britt
Friday, May 24, 2024 @ 7pm

Direct from her throne at Broadway's SIX the Musical; The Queendom calls her "The Queen of the Castle" for her breakout role as the original Anne of Cleves in Broadway's SIX the Musical.

Grammy Nominee, Drama Desk Winner and 2x Drama League Nominee for Distinguished Performance Brittney Mack is bringing her critically acclaimed solo concert to the Avalon Theatre.

"Putting on the Britt"
featuring: (Drag Queen Name), and (Student name)
with Music Direction by Matthew Harris

Let the Queen Of the Castle introduce herself to you in a way you've never seen her before! Come enjoy a night of music, laughs, and a surprise guest with a very special tribute to Tina Turner.
Can you "Get Down" with that?

You can also add-on a meet and greet with the Queen after the show, and all proceeds will go directly to the inception of a scholarship fund for the Avalon Arts Academy!

Ticket Price - $25.00
Meet & Greet Add-On - $15.00

Sound of The Avalon Presents…
BRASS METROPOLIS
Saturday, May 25, 2024 @ 7pm

Brass Metropolis is an eight-piece band that has all the excitement, artistry and virtuosity of early Chicago Transit Authority. The band's performance takes you on a musical journey, which brings together all of the elements that made CHICAGO® extraordinary: the contrast and interplay between Terry Kath and Peter Cetera, intricate vocal arrangements, a phenomenal horn section, and a dazzling rhythm section. It’s all about the music. No backing tracks or tricks. If you wish you could have seen CHICAGO® in the 1970s, you need to see Brass Metropolis!


Ticket Price - $25.00

Remember the Titans [The Movie]
Friday, May 31, 2024 @ 7pm

In Virginia, high school football is a way of life, an institution revered, each game celebrated more lavishly than Christmas, each playoff distinguished more grandly than any national holiday. And with such recognition, comes powerful emotions. In 1971 high school football was everything to the people of Alexandria. But when the local school board was forced to integrate an all black school with an all white school, the very foundation of football's great tradition was put to the test.

Director - Boaz Yakin
Production year - 2000
Rating - PG
Studio - Walt Disney Pictures
Cast - Denzel Washington, Will Patton, Wood Harris, Ryan Hurst, Craig Kirkwood

Runtime - 114 minutes

Ticket Price - $8.00

Strange World [The Movie]
In Spanish
Saturday, June 08, 2024 @ 11am

Tres generaciones de una legendaria familia de exploradores se encontrarán en una tierra inexplorada con extrañas criaturas. Si quieren sobrevivir a los numerosos peligros, deben salvar sus diferencias y trabajar juntos.

Director - Don Hall
Año de producción - 2022
Clasificación - PG
Estudio - Walt Disney Pictures
Elenco: Jake Gyllenhaal, Jaboukie Young-White, Gabrielle Union, Dennis Quaid, Lucy Liu

Tiempo de ejecución: 102 minutos

Precio del boleto - $8.00

Strange World [The Movie]
In English
Saturday, June 08, 2024 @ 2pm

Three generations of a legendary family of explorers will find themselves in an uncharted land with strange creatures. If they want to survive from the numerous dangers, they must bridge their differences and work together.

Director - Don Hall
Production year - 2022
Rating - PG
Studio - Walt Disney Pictures
Cast - Jake Gyllenhaal, Jaboukie Young-White, Gabrielle Union, Dennis Quaid, Lucy Liu

Runtime - 102 minutes

Ticket Price - $8.00

Sounds of The Avalon
How Do We Get There From Here?
Saturday, June 08, 2024 @ 7pm

Join Melissa Kelly and accompanist Lucy Hoy for an intimate evening of soulful music and captivating storytelling, as we delve into life's profound mysteries and ponder possibilities for change. Don't miss this incredible in-person event that promises to leave you with a renewed sense of wonder and a deeper understanding of life's complexities.

Humans are complicated creatures. None of us are all or nothing. We contain multitudes. We are the heroes, the villains, and even the bystanders in our stories. Which character do you most often play? What story are you telling? Is it the one you want to be creating? If not, how could you change it? How do you get there from here? Are you willing to take the journey?" -Melissa

Performed by: Melissa Kelley Originally Directed by: Ryan Scarlata Original Vocal Music Director: Laura Portune Cordell
Accompanist: Lucy Hoy, B.M. Music Education, Baldwin Wallace Conservatory of Music

Music by: Lin-Manuel Miranda, David Shire, Benny Andersson, Tim Rice, Bjorn Ulvaeus, Sara Bareilles, Georgia Stitt, John Kander, Jason Robert Brown, Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, Marcy Heisler & Zina Goldrich, and Stephen Sondheim.

Ticket Price - $15.00

Avalon Laugh-Along Comedy Night
Featuring: MPSC Entertainment
Thursday, June 13, 2024 @ 7pm

Description Coming Soon!

Presented in part by the Ohio Arts Council.

Ticket Price - $10.00

Sounds of the Avalon
Theron Brown Trio
Saturday, June 15, 2024 @ 7pm

The Theron Brown Trio (Theron Brown, Zaire [Zigg] Darden, Jordan McBride) is in the business of making you feel good through music. The trio is truly special, and has a sound that is recognized in Northeast Ohio as something to be excited about!
Theron Brown - Piano
Zaire (Zigg) Darden - Drums
Jordan McBride - Bass

A glimpse of gospel, jazz, and soul from the great legends is what inspires the sound of
pianist Theron Brown’s music. But the reason he plays is to encourage and influence people
through his talents.
Originally from Zanesville, Ohio, Theron currently resides in Akron, Ohio, where he is
Professor of Practice at The University of Akron teaching jazz piano, and the program
coordinator for Curated Storefront’s Artist Residency Program at the ‘I Promise School’.
Theron also serves as an educator for the interactive piano learning app, Playground
Sessions. Theron is heavily involved in the music community as the founder and artistic
director of the Rubber City Jazz & Blues Festival, which takes place annually in Akron, Ohio’s
downtown historic district. Theron performs and tours regularly with his trio that includes
Zaire Darden on drums and Jordan McBride on bass.
Theron received an amazing opportunity as he auditioned for and was cast as young Herbie
Hancock in the 2016 film, Miles Ahead, directed by and starring Don Cheadle.
In 2019, Theron released his debut album, No Concepts. Theron is currently working on his
second album.


Ticket Price - $15.00 [Adults] & $8.00 [Children 13 & under]

SELMA [The Movie]
Wednesday, June 19, 2024 @ 7pm

Celebrate Juneteenth with The Avalon Theatre!
On June 17, 2021, President Biden signed a bill making June 19th—known as Juneteenth—a federal holiday. Although Juneteenth has been celebrated in African American communities since its inception over a century and a half ago, many white Americans only learned about it recently. Here’s what everyone needs to know about Juneteenth history and the Juneteenth federal holiday.

The marches from Selma, Alabama to Montgomery to secure voting rights for black Americans are depicted in this docudrama set during the U.S. Civil Rights Movement, and which focuses on the actions of Martin Luther King Jr.

Director - Ava DuVernay
Production year - 2014
Rating - PG-13
Studio - Paramount Pictures
Cast - David Oyelowo, Carmen Ejogo, Tom Wilkinson, Cuba Gooding Jr., Alessandro Nivola

Runtime - 128 minutes

Ticket Price - $8.00
*Dinner & A Show Add-On Available*