Join us this season

The epicenter for arts and culture in the village of Ada is the Freed Center for the Performing Arts on the campus of Ohio Northern University. The Freed Center is home to a 551-seat proscenium theatre and 136-seat studio theatre, an art gallery and theatre support facilities.

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Freed Center Performances

Oct.

02

Beauty and the Beast

Directed and choreographed by Matt Simpkins, BF
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Oct.

03

Beauty and the Beast

Directed and choreographed by Matt Simpkins, BF
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Oct.

14

Beauty and the Beast

Directed and choreographed by Matt Simpkins, BF
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About the Freed Center

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2021-22 Season Brochure

Ohio Northern University Department of Theatre Arts students create face casts

Become an Angel for the Arts

Each year, a group of generous donors known as Angel for the Arts supports Ohio Northern University productions that energize, invigorate, challenge and captivate our community. Become an Angel for the Arts, and you’ll help enhance the theatre, music, visual art and dance performances and exhibitions that impact our students’ educations. Any gift, no matter the size, will make a difference.

Your generous gifts give students a better understanding of artistry, the ability to apply acting theory, perform dance such as tap and ballet and so much more that will carry into a lifetime of spreading art to the world. Become an angel of the performing arts community and follow the journey of a student from Ada coming alive on stage!

Angel for the Arts proudly supports students and programs in visual and performing arts.

ANGEL FOR THE ARTS MEMBERSHIP RUNS FROM JUNE 1 TO MAY 31.

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Stars fill the stage

Student productions fill the house during the season.

Romeo & Juliet

Andrew Lippa's Wild Party

Ohio Northern University Department of Theatre Arts performance of “The Wild Party”

Mystic India: The World Tour, A Bollywood Dance Spectacular

ONU Dance Company performs with visiting artists in “Mystic India”

The ONU Holiday Spectacular

Students perform on stage during a rehearsal of Ohio Northern University’s annual “ONU Holiday Spectacular”.

Choreographers' Showcase

13th International Play Festival: India

Students rehearse during the Department of Theatre Arts presentation of The International Play Festival: India. “Hayavadana”

Young Frankenstein

When I stage-managed The Pirates of Penzance at ONU, something changed in how I saw myself in the future. I could see myself performing and managing.

Haley Ward

SEASON UNDERWRITERS

A great season of shows awaits! We bring these performances to you with the generous support of donors who help deliver enriching experiences to our community and add high-impact learning opportunities for students. For this we say, THANK YOU!

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The exterior of The Freed Center for the Performing Arts at Ohio Northern University

Box Office Information

Freed Center for the Performing Arts
525 South Main Street
Ada, Ohio 45810

419-772-1900
email: freed-center@onu.edu

Hours:
Monday-Friday: Noon to 5 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sunday: Closed

The Inn at Ohio Northern University

Before the performance, enjoy the Thursday through Saturday evening dinner club featuring a “Dine and Wine” exclusive and head to the Pub to unwind after the show. You’ll love The Inn’s luxurious and spacious accommodations that include a Fresh Start Breakfast, Wi-Fi and parking.