Oct 22 – Nov 15, 2026
Speak of the Devil: A Haunting Rock Experience
Inspired by the music of Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath Step into a shadowy world of sound, light, and movement with Speak of the Devil—an electrifying, immersive experience
Oct 24 – Nov 14, 2026
Screamers: A Nightmare-Fueled Sketch Comedy and Music Experience
Face your fears—if you dare. Through sharp sketches and electrifying rock performances, Screamers proves that a jumpscare and a punchline are two sides of the same thrilling coin.
Nov 19 – Dec 26, 2026
Holiday Hoopla
Shadowbox Live’s most popular sketch comedy & music show celebrates the hustle, bustle, and fun of the season with an evening of unforgettable live entertainment that has become
Nov 29 – Dec 27, 2026
Not So Silent Night
Not So Silent Night follows the story of a DJ taking requests and dedications on Christmas Eve, leading to a sweet, fun and song-filed holiday night.
Dec 4 – Dec 18, 2026
Holiday Hoopla Lunchbox
Join us for the Holiday Lunchbox – a 45- minute version of Holiday Hoopla—Columbus’ favorite non-traditional holiday tradition for over 35 years! Enjoy a fun-filled lunch of hilarious
We Are Shadowbox Live
Your Next Great Night Out
For nearly four decades, Shadowbox®, the nation's largest resident theater ensemble, has been a premier entertainment destination for music, comedy and immersive experiences.
Plan your visit
Anything But Ordinary
Whether you're planning a date night, a celebration with friends, or simply a break from the ordinary, we put you in the heart of the action.
UNLIKE ANY OTHER.
ANYWHERE.
Distinctly Different
Looking for something fun to do in Columbus?
Shadowbox delivers original sketch comedy, electrifying live music, and dynamic multimedia productions that come together for a unique experience that you'll be talking about long after the final bow.
An Experience Like No Other
From handcrafted food and drinks from our full service kitchen and bar, to the curated art throughout our historic landmark building, every detail is imagined, created and brought to life by our collective of artists.
Oh. And did we mention that we are the nation's largest resident theatre ensemble?
We are.
Making Columbus Laugh. Making Columbus Rock.
For nearly 40 Years.
Years
Full-time Artists
Performances Annually
It's More Than a Show.
A Great Night Out.
An Even Greater Purpose.
As a nonprofit with a heart for our community, we give back more than $250,000 annually through education and community programs. A portion of every ticket purchase supports these efforts. Together, we make the world more humane through the power of art.