Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Home for Performing Arts in Columbus
Founded in 1969, the Columbus Association for the Performing Arts (CAPA) has established itself as a cornerstone of central Ohio's cultural landscape. Our organization operates historic venues including the Ohio Theatre, Palace Theatre, and Lincoln Theatre, presenting world-class performances across Broadway, music, dance, and theater. With a dedicated team of arts professionals and educators, we prioritize accessibility, ensuring diverse audiences can engage with transformative artistic experiences. Our educational initiatives, such as the Passport to Learning Series and CAPA Marquee Awards, have impacted thousands of students since their inception. Through strategic partnerships with resident groups like BalletMet and Columbus Symphony, we amplify the region's creative economy while preserving architectural heritage.CAPA's commitment to innovation is evident in programs like the CAPA Summer Movie Series and digital ticketing solutions. As stewards of cultural spaces, we balance venue restoration with modernization to meet evolving audience needs. Our community engagement efforts, including ARISE and Schooled on Poetry, demonstrate a long-standing dedication to inclusivity. Annual events like the CAPA Gala Celebration fund initiatives that expand access to the arts. With over five decades of service, we continue shaping Columbus into a premier destination for performing arts.
Services
Broadway Productions
Educational Programs
Venue Rentals
Community Engagement
Ticket Sales
Details
- Year established: 1969
Highlights and features
- We offer over 50 years of experience presenting performing arts in central Ohio
- Our team includes certified arts educators and venue preservation specialists
- We provide accessible programming for diverse audiences through subsidized tickets
- Our partnerships with 14 resident groups ensure year-round cultural offerings
- Our venues combine historic preservation with modern audience amenities
What people say
World-class performances
Beautiful historic theaters
Excellent educational programs
Accessible ticket options
Diverse programming
Services
Broadway Productions
CAPA presents award-winning Broadway musicals and plays at historic Columbus venues. Our programming includes Tony Award-winning productions and touring shows featuring renowned performers. Each season offers diverse theatrical experiences for audiences of all ages, from classic musicals to contemporary works. Our Broadway in Columbus series brings world-class entertainment to central Ohio.
Educational Programs
We deliver comprehensive arts education through initiatives like Passport to Learning and the CAPA Marquee Awards. These programs provide student matinees, workshops, and recognition for young theater talent. Our curriculum-aligned offerings help students develop critical thinking and communication skills through engagement with live performances and theater professionals.
Venue Rentals
Historic theaters including the Ohio Theatre and Lincoln Theatre host weddings, corporate events, and private performances. Our venues combine architectural grandeur with modern amenities across multiple Columbus locations. Rental packages include technical support, catering services, and customized event planning assistance for occasions ranging from galas to film screenings.
Community Engagement
Our ARISE and Schooled on Poetry programs ensure arts access for underserved populations. We offer subsidized tickets, transportation assistance, and outreach initiatives to schools and community organizations. These efforts focus on removing economic and cultural barriers to participation in performing arts experiences across central Ohio.
Ticket Sales
The CAPA Ticket Center provides centralized ticketing for all our venues and programs. Customers can purchase tickets online, by phone, or at our downtown Columbus box office. We offer digital ticket options, gift certificates, and group sales discounts for performances ranging from symphony concerts to Broadway shows.
People
Julia Noulin-Mrat
General Director and CEO
Julia Noulin-Mrat leads Opera Columbus with a vision for inclusive, innovative programming. She has redefined regional opera through collaborations and modern productions since joining in 2015. Her leadership emphasizes community engagement and artistic excellence.
Rossen Milanov
Music Director
Rossen Milanov serves as Music Director for the Columbus Symphony Orchestra. He brings international experience to central Ohio, conducting diverse programming from classical masterworks to innovative Pops performances. His tenure has expanded the symphony's educational outreach initiatives.
David Danzmayr
Music Director
David Danzmayr leads ProMusica Chamber Orchestra with a focus on artistic innovation. He has expanded the ensemble's repertoire to include contemporary works while maintaining classical traditions. His programming emphasizes commissions from living composers and boundary-pushing performances.
Vadim Gluzman
Creative Partner
Internationally renowned violinist Vadim Gluzman serves as Creative Partner for ProMusica Chamber Orchestra. He collaborates on programming and performs regularly with the ensemble. His artistic contributions enhance the orchestra's reputation for excellence in chamber music performance.
Michael Korn
Executive Director
Michael Korn leads BalletMet as Executive Director, overseeing operations and artistic programming. With decades of dance experience, he has expanded BalletMet's community outreach and educational offerings. His leadership maintains the company's position as central Ohio's premier dance organization.
Questions
What services does CAPA offer?
We present Broadway shows, concerts, and theater performances at historic venues while providing educational programs, community engagement initiatives, and venue rentals across central Ohio.
How can I purchase tickets?
Tickets are available through our online ticket center, by phone at 614-469-0939, or in person at our downtown Columbus box office during business hours.
Are there educational programs available?
Yes, our Passport to Learning Series and CAPA Marquee Awards provide student matinees, workshops, and recognition programs for young artists in central Ohio schools.
Do you offer venue rentals?
Yes, we rent historic theaters including the Ohio Theatre and Lincoln Theatre for weddings, corporate events, and private performances with full event support services.
What community initiatives do you support?
Our ARISE and Schooled on Poetry programs provide arts access to underserved communities through subsidized tickets, transportation assistance, and school partnerships across central Ohio.
What are your administrative office hours?
Our business office operates Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-5:00 PM. The ticket center follows the same schedule but occasionally closes early for staff events.
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Reviews (6)
Ron Eckert
May 17, 2021
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Great Columbus Symphony concert. Good musical selection played by expert musicians with a first rate conductor. Just too bad the size of the audience was limited.
Breana Higgins
Jan 28, 2020
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We love coming here for plays, orchestra, summer movies series, etc. such a great theatre and amazing experience all the time.
Sheri D.
May 23, 2019
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Beautiful building everything was very accommodating everything was very well put together it was amazing the work they did with the kids will not be forgotten a wonderful place if you ever have the chance to go by all means go it was clean it was nice it was friendly.
Dianne Battigaglia
Oct 05, 2018
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Going on only my second year volunteering...many of my cohorts have 15+ but by no means are they all seniors! Wonderfully diverse entertainment schedule. Beautiful historic theaters. Volunteers choose their schedules two months in advance and must only commit to two shows a month. If you have free time and youre looking for something different, explore CAPA volunteering!
Jl Fryman
Aug 20, 2018
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Summer Movie Series is absolutely wonderful. I have made this part of my birthday celebrations for the past two summers. Great experience and you can't beat the price for the quality of the entertainment you get. Can't miss the organist prior to show times!!! He's amazing.
Jerry Corrodi
Aug 19, 2018
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Absolutely a total insult! Paying $10 per person for the morning dress rehearsal of the Columbus Symphony, featuring two numbers by Ballet Met dancers and a fine piano concerto, plus Symphony offerings, with a promise of coffee and doughnuts, of which they ran out before the rehearsal began. I estimated over a thousand people were in attendance at the CAPA-run gorgeous Ohio Theater. That's revenue of $10,000. Give me my hot cup of coffee on a freezing cold morning! This IS NOT CAPA's doing; it is solely on the shoulders of the CSO. What did not happen that should have? There was nothing telling
