2025-2026 Season
Be our guest – purchase tickets to experience a public performance or contact us about student matinees at Magical Theatre Company! In addition to in-house shows that inspire young audiences and families, our professional company is also available for traveling performances at your school, church, or other organization. View ScheduleUpcoming this Season
The Third Wave
October 10 - 19, 2025
By Joseph Robinette & Ron Jones
Directed by Holly Barkdoll
“How can people possibly deny the Holocaust?” asks a student. When a teacher gives his students an untested exercise in fascist behavior, life splinters out of control. Based on the true story of a high school experiment gone wrong.
Produced by special arrangement with DRAMATIC PUBLISHING, Woodstock, IL
Ghosts of the Magic City
October 24 - 30, 2025
Written and directed by Holly Barkdoll
Inspired by the book by Steve Kelleher and Jessica King.
Support provided by ArtsNow
Back by popular demand! A ghost walk through downtown Barberton. Sold out last year! Guests will experience a guided tour of haunted locations & history as they walk the streets of historic Alexander Square. Led by Magical Theatre Company’s professional actors, it’s a night of history, mystery and drama!
Each time slot will accommodate up to 20 people. Reservations required.
Tickets – $25 per person
Call (330) 848-3708 now to make your reservation
Annie
December 5 - 21, 2025
Book by Thomas Meehan – Music by Charles Strouse – Lyrics by Martin Charnin
Original Broadway Production Directed by Martin Charnin Based on “Little Orphan Annie” © By Thomas Meehan (Permission of Tribune Content Agency)
Directed by Dennis O’Connell
The world’s most beloved family musical onstage at Magical Theatre for the first time ever!
Little Orphan Annie has reminded generations of families that sunshine – and tomorrow – are just around the corner.
Presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI)
All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com
Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express
January 30 - February 7, 2026
Book by Agatha Christie, Adapted for the stage by Ken Ludwig
Directed by Dennis O’Connell
Eight suspects, one thrilling ride!
Passengers awake to chilling news: the fatal stabbing of a fellow traveler – his door locked from inside, no less. Can famed detective Hercule Poirot solve this “odyssey of deception and trickery” before the killer strikes again? A suspenseful, thrilling ride!
“Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatrical on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com
Dragons Love Tacos
May 1 - 9, 2026
Written by Ernie Nolan, Based on the book by Adam Rubin & Illustrated by Daniel Salmieri
Directed by Holly Barkdoll
Deliciously funny!
Of course, dragons love tacos – but spicy salsa? Yikes – watch out for that! The #1 New York Times bestseller is now the taco party to end all taco parties!
Produced by special arrangement with Plays for New Audiences.
Traveling Shows
Interested in organizing a fun assembly or performance for your school, church or other organization? Magical Theatre Company creates original productions that bring the thrill of live theatre right to your audience.
Squirrelock Holmes
Animal Yoga Jam
