Special Events
In addition to our series programming, the theatre hosts dozens of special events each year. From showing the Ohio State-Michigan football game in surround sound on our 40 foot movie screen, to meals on stage and local school jazz concerts, the theatre serves as a community gathering place.
Organ Concert — Organist Bob White
Don’t miss our “Free” Thursday Organ Concerts on the Mighty Wurlitzer Theatre Pipe Organ with four talented organists. This performance features organist Bob White.
TRADE YOUR OLD GOLD JEWELRY FOR CASH OR REN TICKETS
Renaissance Performing Arts has teamed up with Miller's Diamond Jewelry for a "Cash or Tickets for Gold Event" on Sunday, July 26th from 1pm - 5pm in the Renaissance Theatre lobby. The "Cash or Tickets for Gold Event" is a fundraiser for the Renaissance with Miller's Diamond Jewelry generously donating their profits to the Renaissance Theatre.
Mansfield Made - For the Love and Fear of Robots
Friday, August 21st, 2009
8pm
For the Love and Fear of Robots is a full script broken into seven chapters that chronicles the evolution of robots.
Mansfield Made - Red Ball Jets & More
Don't miss these fabulous local bands: Red Ball Jets, Devenny with Danger Haynes, and Jonathan Hape!
La Symphonie...la musique amene a la vie! Symphony...music brought to life!
A benefit presented by the Women's Guild of the Mansfield Symphony with cocktails, dinner, great music and a live auction of exquisite items.
The Pfeifers
A 'band' in every sense of the word, the Pfeifers back their three and four part harmonies with trumpet, saxophones, drums and keyboards. Gospel at it's absolute finest!
OSU vs. Michigan
College Footballs Greatest Rivalry! Come join us as we throw the biggest party in Richland County!
Christmas on The Mighty Wurlitzer
Organist Donnie Rankin, IV will play your favorite holiday music on the Renaissance Theatre's beautiful Mighty Wurlitzer Theatre Pipe Organ.
The Nutcracker
Sunday, December 6th, 2009
2pm
Ashland Regional Ballet will perform The Nutcracker at both Founders Auditorium at OSU Mansfield and at the Hugo Young Theatre at Ashland University.
The Nutcracker
Saturday, December 12th, 2009
2pm & 7:30pm
Ashland Regional will perform The Nutcracker at both Founders Auditorium at OSU Mansfield and at the Hugo Young Theatre at Ashland University.
The Grass Roots
The Grass Roots - A record setting 307 weeks on the Billboard Charts! One of the great Rock n' Roll bands of all time, The Grass Roots have sold over twenty million records.
Gala Evening Featuring Sylvia McNair
Mansfield's legendary Sylvia returns to the Renaissance to open the beautiful new lobby!
Open House & Tours featuring Architect Dan Seckel
Monday, February 1st, 2010
5PM- 7PM
We throw open the doors of the new Renaissance! Free refreshments, tours and information from the Architect who made it all happen. Come join us!
Romeo and Juliet
Considered to be the greatest film adaptation of Shakespeare, we present this classic film in anticipation of the World Premiere ballet presented by NEOS.
A Huey P. Newton Story
SPIKE LEE AND ROGER GUENVEUR SMITH COLLABORATE TO BRING THE LEGACY OF HUEY P. NEWTON TO AMERICA
Organ Concert — Organist Betty Keppler
Don’t miss our “Free” Thursday Organ Concerts on the Mighty Wurlitzer Theatre Pipe Organ with four talented organists. This performance features organist Betty Keppler.
Improv Olympics Workshop
The Renaissance is proud to be partnering with Kulture Kids to host the 2010 Improv Olympics, a state-wide improvisation competition for high school age students, on April 18.Students are welcome to join us for improv training sessions on Wed nights from 6-8PM.
Open Mic Night With Kate Westfall
Mansfield Artist Kate Westfall brings her regular open mic night to the Renaissance for the first time! Come watch, listen, participate and enjoy!
NECIC Movie Night: The Secret Life of Bees
"An Enchanting Parable of Hope & Love". The Renaissance opens it's doors for a community movie night presented with the North End Community Improvement Collaborative.
Gospel Homecoming
Some of the country's most respected and loved gospel musicians come together for this one night only special gospel event!
The Super Bowl on the Big Screen
Featuring the largest screen in Richland County reflecting an HD feed with digital surround sound, this is THE place to watch the Super Bowl!
Open House & Tours
Tours of the newly renovated jewel of Downtown Mansfield.
NEA Big Reads Kickoff Party
The Renaissance Performing Arts Association received an NEA (National Endowment for the Arts) Big Read Grant to conduct a community read of Dashiell Hammett's The Maltese Falcon. Join us for food drink and entertainment as the city of Mansfield kicks off this fun filled literary event!
Improv Olympics Workshop
The Renaissance is proud to be partnering with Kulture Kids to host the 2010 Improv Olympics, a state-wide improvisation competition for high school age students, on April 18.Students are welcome to join us for improv training sessions on Wed nights from 6-8PM.
Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours
Join us for the exclusive pre-party for the Ohio Express and enjoy the Chamber event of the year!
Sesame Street Live: “Elmo Grows Up”
Wednesday, March 24th, 2010
10:30 AM, 4:00 PM, 7:00 PM
Sesame Street Live "When Elmo Grows Up" is coming to Mansfield!
Aged to Perfection III: Fundraiser to Benefit The Renaissance
Aged to Perfection II is an intimate evening of exquisite wines and delectable hors d'oeuvres with entertainment by "The Unforgettable Marvelenes"!
