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The Celestia Theater

151 Main Street, Wadsworth, Ohio 44281 330‑485‑3477 info@wadsworthsquare.org

At the center of Wadsworth Square is the Celestia Theater, a stunning 900-seat venue featuring elevated acoustics, modern seating, and premier sound and lighting. It will host concerts, dance, theater, comedy, and special events year-round. Plus, Flame Backstage Grille & Bar is your place for pre-show dining.

Upcoming Events

March

06mar7:00 pm11:00 pmMister Breeze: The Lynyrd Skynyrd ExperienceMister Breeze brings the full Lynyrd Skynyrd live experience—authentic guitars, stage show, and 70s-era wardrobe that takes you back in time. Join us for a night of southern rock. Bar 5pm, doors 7pm, show 8pm. FLAME Backstage Bar opens at 5pm (ticket holders only).

07mar8:00 pm11:00 pmThe VindysThe Vindys blend rock, soul, and pop into an electrifying live show led by powerhouse vocalist Jackie Popovec (praised by Pat Benatar). Hailing from Youngstown, OH, they’ve opened for legends like ZZ Top, Marcus King, Beth Hart, and Ann Wilson. Doors 7pm, show 8pm. FLAME Backstage Bar opens 5pm (ticket holders only).

13mar8:00 pm11:00 pmRED WANTING BLUE with SomasonicExperience an amazing night with national recording artist Red Wanting Blue—hailed by American Songwriter as “Midwestern rock heroes.” Known for a raucous, life-affirming live show, they’ve appeared on Letterman and NPR and earned praise from Rolling Stone and Esquire. Special guest: SOMASONIC. Bar 5pm, doors 7pm, show 8pm.

14mar8:00 pm11:00 pmBEST OF TIMES: A Tribute to Styx with special guests Jones’nSee Best of Times live on March 14 for an authentic Styx tribute concert, featuring members from Escape and Bon Journey. Special guest: Jones’n. Tickets $25. Bar 5pm, doors 7pm, show 8pm.

19mar7:00 pm11:00 pm330 Thursday with Van Arlo, MOOKYSee Best of Times live on March 14 for an authentic Styx tribute concert, featuring members from Escape and Bon Journey. Special guest: Jones’n. Tickets $25. Bar 5pm, doors 7pm, show 8pm.

20mar8:00 pm11:00 pmDRESSED TO KILL – Nashville’s #1 KISS TributeRock all night—in full make-up—with Dressed to Kill, Nashville’s #1 KISS tribute band. Featuring Benjy Gaither (Gene Simmons), Joey Scrima (Peter Criss), Will Jennings (Ace Frehley), and Nashville guitar legend Chris Rodriguez (Paul Stanley). Note-for-note KISS performed by top Nashville session musicians. Tickets $25 (plus Etix fees). Bar 5pm, doors 7pm, show 8pm.

21mar8:00 pm11:00 pmGENERATION RADIO: Jason Scheff & Jay DeMarcus wsg: DreamStreetGeneration Radio brings 80s rock and classic hits back to life with Rascal Flatts’ Jay DeMarcus, longtime Chicago frontman Jason Scheff, Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers’ Steve Ferrone, and elite studio players Chris Rodriguez and Tom Yankton. Opening act: Dreamstreet (featuring David Dennis of the Spazmatics). Doors 7pm, show 8pm.

27mar8:00 pm11:00 pmThe Celestia Honors: TOM PETTY with Kings HighwayCelebrate the music of Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers at The Celestia Theater with Kings Highway, the ultimate tribute recreating the sights and sounds of Petty’s greatest hits like “Free Fallin’” and “American Girl.” Special opening act: Benjamin Payne. Bar 5pm, doors 7pm, show 8pm.

28mar8:00 pm11:00 pmTHE HIGHWAYMEN LIVE: Willie – Waylon – CashRelive the magic of country’s greatest supergroup with The Highwaymen/Live—a 90-minute tribute to Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, and Kris Kristofferson, packed with upbeat honky-tonk hits and note-perfect performances. Experience the songs that made The Highwaymen legendary, including “Highwayman.” Bar 5pm, doors 7pm, show 8pm.

April

03apr7:00 pm11:00 pmThe Celestia Honors: ELVIS at EASTER: Featuring JESSE GARRONExperience “The Closest Thing to the King” as Jesse Garron delivers an all-eras tribute to Elvis Presley—rock, Vegas, and gospel classics—honoring the man and his legacy with powerhouse vocals and a show that longtime fans swear feels like the real concert. Inducted into the International Elvis Tribute Artist Hall of Fame, Jesse has performed nationwide to sold-out crowds and earned praise from Elvis insiders. Bar 5pm, doors 6pm, show 7pm.

04apr7:00 pm11:00 pmThe Blackwood Brothers: The Easter QuartetThe Blackwood Brothers are legendary pioneers of southern gospel and one of the most celebrated names in Christian music history, with 8 Grammy Awards, 7 Dove Awards, and induction into the Memphis Music Hall of Fame, Gospel Music Hall of Fame, and Southern Gospel Museum and Hall of Fame. Founded in 1934, the tradition continues today under Billy Blackwood, carrying forward an 80+ year legacy of powerful harmonies and uplifting faith. Get your tickets for this exclusive Easter performance. Doors 6pm, show 7pm.

10apr7:30 pm11:00 pmFOREVER MOTOWN: The National TourForever Motown brings the greatest Motown hits back to the stage in one soulful, high-energy show celebrating the legends of Hitsville USA. Featuring a fabulous cast and powerhouse band performing nearly 30 nonstop classics from The Four Tops, The Temptations, The Supremes, Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, and more. Sing and dance along to favorites like “My Girl,” “I Heard It Through the Grapevine,” “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough,” and “Stop! In the Name of Love.” Bar 5pm, doors 6:30pm, show 7:30pm.

11apr8:00 pm11:00 pmSWEET BABY JAMES: The Number 1 James Taylor TributeDon’t miss America’s #1 James Taylor tribute as Nashville singer-songwriter Bill Griese brings his acclaimed Sweet Baby James show to town. No impersonations or gimmicks, just spot-on Taylor-style vocals and guitar playing with a warm, down-to-earth performance. Hear favorites like Fire and Rain, You’ve Got a Friend, Shower the People, How Sweet It Is, Steamroller, and more. Bar 5pm, doors 7pm, show 8pm.

17apr7:30 pm11:00 pmNEOD Presents: PETER PANThe Wadsworth Square Foundation and Northeast Ohio Dance present Peter Pan – The Magical Storybook Comes to Life, underwritten by the Louis & Joan Perry Foundation. Join Peter, Tinkerbell, Hook, and the Lost Boys as they bring Neverland, pirates, and the timeless adventure of never growing up to the stage. Three performances: Friday April 17 at 7pm, Saturday April 18 at 2pm, and Sunday April 19 at 2pm. Bring the whole family!

18apr2:00 pm5:00 pmNEOD Presents: PETER PANThe Wadsworth Square Foundation and Northeast Ohio Dance present Peter Pan – The Magical Storybook Comes to Life, underwritten by the Louis & Joan Perry Foundation. Join Peter, Tinkerbell, Hook, and the Lost Boys as they bring Neverland, pirates, and the timeless adventure of never growing up to the stage. Three performances: Friday April 17 at 7pm, Saturday April 18 at 2pm, and Sunday April 19 at 2pm. Bring the whole family!

19apr2:00 pm5:00 pmNEOD Presents: PETER PANThe Wadsworth Square Foundation and Northeast Ohio Dance present Peter Pan – The Magical Storybook Comes to Life, underwritten by the Louis & Joan Perry Foundation. Join Peter, Tinkerbell, Hook, and the Lost Boys as they bring Neverland, pirates, and the timeless adventure of never growing up to the stage. Three performances: Friday April 17 at 7pm, Saturday April 18 at 2pm, and Sunday April 19 at 2pm. Bring the whole family!

24apr7:00 pm11:00 pmMegan Woods – The Truth TourMegan Woods brings The Truth Tour to the Celestia Theater on April 24, with special guests Caleb & John (“Somebody Like Me”) and Jeremy Rosado for an inspiring night of worship and connection. Limited VIP tickets include front-tier seating, early entry, a signed VIP laminate, and a post-show meet & greet with photos and autographs. FLAME Backstage Bar 5pm, VIP 5:30pm, doors 6pm, show 7pm.

25apr8:00 pm11:00 pmDARK SIDE OF THE MOON – The Sights and Sounds of Pink FloydExperience Dark Side of the Moon, a powerful Pink Floyd tribute at The Celestia Theater with immersive sound, visuals, and emotion. Doors 6:30pm, show 8:00pm.

May

01may8:00 pm11:00 pmInto the Blue – the Tribute to ELOInto the Blue is an 11-piece Electric Light Orchestra tribute band bringing ELO’s smash hits to Northeast Ohio, featuring strings from the Tuscarawas Philharmonic for a truly authentic sound. Family-friendly and performed from the heart, this show will take you back to the era when rock ruled. Bar 5pm, doors 7pm, show 8pm.

02may8:00 pm11:00 pmTALKBOX COMES ALIVE – the Peter Frampton TributeCelebrate a 70s rock classic with the Frampton Event of the Year—an electrifying tribute to Peter Frampton and Frampton Comes Alive! featuring the iconic hits “Show Me the Way,” “Baby, I Love Your Way,” and “Do You Feel Like We Do.” Reserved seats $25. Bar 5pm, doors 6pm, show 7pm.

08may8:00 pm11:00 pmMONSTERS OF HAIR ROCK TOUR – Bon Jovi and Whitesnake Tribute ShowGet the arena-style 80s rock show you’ve always wanted—big guitar solos, huge vocals, thunderous drum moments, and (of course) tons of hair. Monsters of Hair Rock brings the music of Bon Jovi and Whitesnake to life with Wanted and Slow an’ Easy. Bar 5pm, doors 7pm, show 8pm.

09may8:00 pm11:00 pmBeginnings – The Ultimate Chicago Tribute ShowBeginnings brings Chicago’s classic-era sound to life in an authentic 7-piece live concert experience, delivering the band’s biggest hits with stunning detail, accuracy, and intensity. Based in NYC and touring nationwide, Beginnings is fueled by world-class musicianship and a passion for performance—come see why they promise to “Make You Smile.” Bar 5pm, doors 6pm, show 7pm.

16may8:00 pm11:00 pmThe Celestia Honors: JOHN DENVER starring Chris CollinsChris Collins and Boulder Canyon deliver a warm, high-energy tribute to John Denver, complete with stunning nature visuals and beloved hits like “Rocky Mountain High,” “Take Me Home, Country Roads,” “Annie’s Song,” and more. Bar 5pm, doors 6pm, show 7pm.

17may8:00 pm11:00 pmCarpenters – The SONGS. The STORIES. featuring Helen WelchHelen Welch brings the songs and stories of The Carpenters to life with a fresh, heartfelt tribute featuring beloved 70s hits and rare behind-the-scenes moments. An internationally acclaimed vocalist, Welch delivers an intimate, elegant concert experience celebrating “Close to You,” “We’ve Only Just Begun,” and more. Bar 2pm, doors 3pm, show 4pm.

22may8:00 pm11:00 pmNERD HALEN featuring Hal Sparks***‎DISCLAIMER: This super group takes themselves as un-seriously as humanly possible while providing many laugh-out-loud moments over the course of the show. As well as maintaining a deadly serious commitment to doing the upmost justice to the original recordings. NERD HALEN has to be seen, and heard, to be believed.

29may8:00 pm11:00 pmThe Celestia Honors: LED ZEPPELIN with Stairway to ZeppelinStairway to Zeppelin delivers Led Zeppelin’s biggest hits note-for-note, recreating iconic studio and live performances with world-class musicianship, immersive visuals, and powerful sound at comfortable volume. Get ready to relive the era when rock ruled the world. Doors 7pm, show 8pm.

June

05jun8:00 pm11:00 pmMamma Mania – NYC’s Premier ABBA ShowMamma Mania! brings ABBA’s biggest hits to life with dazzling costumes, flawless harmonies, and nonstop 70s nostalgia—from “Dancing Queen” to “Mamma Mia.” Featuring top touring musicians, this is a high-energy tribute packed with singalongs and dancing. Bar opens 5pm (pre-show 5:30pm), doors 7pm, show 8pm.

19jun8:00 pm11:00 pmVEGAS MCGRAW – The Tim McGraw Tribute ShowExperience the best Tim McGraw tribute show—performed by Nashville recording artist and Las Vegas entertainer Adam D. Tucker (winner of Clash of the Cover Bands). Hear Tim’s biggest hits from the 90s to today, including “Don’t Take the Girl,” “I Like It, I Love It,” and “Everywhere.” Bar opens 5pm with a pre-show concert, doors 7pm, show 8pm.

20jun8:00 pm11:00 pmCAPTAIN FANTASTIC – the magic of ELTON JOHNCaptain Fantastic brings the Rocketman to life with a dazzling Elton John tribute packed with 70s hits, bigger-than-life costumes, and a show-stopping 5-foot baby grand piano with lights, smoke, lasers, and surprises. Bar 5pm, doors 7pm, show 8pm.

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