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Ohio theaters

There are 262 theaters in Ohio. Combined, these Ohioan theaters employ 1,916 people, earn more than $112 million in revenue each year, and have assets of $249 million.
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Theaters by major Ohio cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
Cincinnati
 
56
 
$61,722,984
Columbus, OH
 
52
 
$11,396,942
Cleveland, OH
 
45
 
$28,350,290
Akron
 
19
 
$3,245,179
Toledo
 
17
 
$1,129,355
Dayton
 
17
 
$2,891,900
Canton
 
8
 
$645,461
Youngstown
 
3
 
$169,741
Mansfield
 
3
 
$157,025
Lima
 
3
 
$157,699
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Job trends for Ohio theaters

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
30
1-10
 
19
11-25
 
8
26-100
 
8
101 to 1,000
 
6
1,000+
 
0
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Sizes of theaters in Ohio

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
94
$250k to $1M
 
19
$1M to $5M
 
12
$5M to $25M
 
4
$25M to $100M
 
1
$100M+
 
0
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Directory of theaters in Ohio

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Children's Theatre of Cincinnati

Today, the Children's Theatre brings art to life for children and the young at heart through three key programs: MainStage at the Taft, ArtReach (including WorkShops), and Learning the Craft.
Revenue
$25.8m
Assets
$38.2m
Employees
37
EIN
31-6026285
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park

The Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park is a professional regional theatre committed to producing and presenting for diverse audiences the broadest range of theatre in an inviting theatrical environment.
Revenue
$14.1m
Assets
$74.3m
Employees
328
EIN
31-0624790
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Cincinnati Shakespeare Company

Cincinnati Shakespeare Company produces classic works for stage and education, presenting to all ages in Cincinnati.
Revenue
$9.4m
Assets
$19.0m
Employees
123
EIN
31-1413229
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Educational Theatre Association (EdTA)

The Educational Theatre Association (EdTA) is a national nonprofit organization with approximately 90,000 student and professional members.
Revenue
$6.3m
Assets
$6.2m
Employees
24
EIN
31-0743605
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Cleveland Play House

The Cleveland Play House produces high-quality plays and educational programs to inspire, entertain, and educate diverse audiences in Northeast Ohio.
Revenue
$11.9m
Assets
$16.9m
Employees
422
EIN
34-6515260
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Ensemble Theatre of Cincinnati

Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati is a professional theatre dedicated to producing world and regional premieres of works that often explore compelling social issues.
Revenue
$2.6m
Assets
$6.3m
Employees
105
EIN
31-1220252
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Great Lakes Theater

Great Lakes Theater produces classic plays, including Shakespeare, and provides education programs to engage students in Ohio communities.
Revenue
$4.6m
Assets
$8.0m
Employees
189
EIN
34-0901212
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Cleveland Public Theatre

Groundbreaking theatre and education fostering compassion. 15,000+ attendance. Engages 321 participants in workshops with 1,117 patrons viewing final work.
Revenue
$2.4m
Assets
$8.1m
Employees
97
EIN
34-1359225
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Shadowbox Live

Shadowbox Live: Largest resident theatre ensemble in Columbus, engaging, enriching, and entertaining with new shows every season.
Revenue
$3.6m
Assets
$7.8m
Employees
61
EIN
31-1340461
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Beck Center for the Arts

Beck Center for the Arts inspires Northeast Ohio through diverse theater productions and dynamic arts education, fostering creativity for all ages and abilities.
Revenue
$4.0m
Assets
$10.4m
Employees
120
EIN
34-6001636
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Dobama Theatre

Dobama Theatre premieres new plays and nurtures the community through productions, education programs, and community engagement in Cleveland Heights.
Revenue
$893.1k
Assets
$862.0k
Employees
24
EIN
34-0943782
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Short North Stage

Short North Stage is a professional not-for-profit theater company located in the historic garden theater in columbus, Ohio.
Revenue
$1.8m
Assets
$671.5k
Employees
72
EIN
27-4007335
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Near West Theatre

Intergenerational community theatre in Cleveland's Gordon Square Arts District prioritizing accessibility and inclusion for marginalized communities.
Revenue
$1.3m
Assets
$7.3m
Employees
11
EIN
34-1881815
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Human Race Theatre Company (HRTC)

The Human Race Theatre Company is the professional producing theatre company of Dayton Ohio, dedicated to producing works on universal themes that explore the human condition and startle us all into a renewed awareness of ourselves.
Revenue
$1.4m
Assets
$2.7m
Employees
38
EIN
31-1176135
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Contemporary Theatre of Ohio

CATCO is a regional professional theatre company in Columbus, Ohio. It produces a five- to six-show season that commonly runs from October through June and consists of contemporary, classic, and new works.
Revenue
$1.0m
Assets
$807.6k
Employees
75
EIN
31-1168461
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Columbus Children's Theatre

Columbus Children's Theatre inspires children and families through live theatre and education, featuring touring productions and opportunities for direct participation.
Revenue
$1.2m
Assets
$1.7m
Employees
10
EIN
31-0671802
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Weathervane Community Playhouse

Weathervane Community Playhouse produces high-quality live theater with volunteer artists, designers, and technicians under professional direction, provides education and training in theater arts and appreciation.
Revenue
$1.3m
Assets
$3.5m
Employees
17
EIN
34-6560923
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Friends of Cincinnati Landmark Productions

Friends of Cincinnati Landmark Productions dedicates itself to increasing support for Cincinnati Landmark Productions and produces high quality, affordable theatrical productions.
Revenue
$906.2k
Assets
$5.9m
Employees
0
EIN
82-3602211
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Ohio Performance Academy

Ohio Performance Academy is a Columbus-based charitable institution fostering public interest and education in the arts through instruction, programs, and performances.
Revenue
$1.8m
Assets
$2.4m
Employees
0
EIN
26-2331932
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Endeavor Theatre

Endeavor Theatre is a theater in Columbus, OH that was founded in 2024.
Revenue
N/A
Assets
N/A
Employees
N/A
EIN
93-4252393
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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