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The Full Monty
<p>Get ready to let it all go! The Dayton Playhouse is proud to present the Tony Award-nominated musical, The Full... </p>\n
$18 – 20
The Beacon
<p>Beiv, a renowned artist, has left her suburban Dublin home for a secluded cottage on a rugged island off the... </p>\n
$19 – 26
Garden Bros Circus
<p> May 21- 25 GARDEN BROS CIRCUS has been entertaining families for over 100 years and is now the Largest... </p>\n
$29 – 50
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The Wedding Singer: The Musical
<p>Based on the film starring Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore, The Wedding Singer at La Comedia celebrates all the fun, love, and... </p>\n
$40 – 80
Classic Albums Live Presents The Lithium Experience
Funny to think that ’90s music is now nostalgic. Heavy grunge. Killer alternative. Just like the Classic Albums Live you know and love, THE LITHIUM EXPERIENCE is note for note… But this time, it’s a few cuts from each of the big hitters – Stone Temple Pilots, Pearl Jam, Nirvana, Soundgarden, Jane’s Addiction – and even some surprises. Classic Albums Live is not a cover band and not an impersonation. These world-class musicians go to great lengths to faithfully create every sound on the original albums in a concert setting.
Wagu Ramen Fest
<p>For its one-year anniversary, Bushido Ramen is reviving a popular opening-week event. The restaurant will host a three-day ticketed event... </p>\n
$23.98
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Cinn-Wagon food truck at Miami Valley Sports Bar
<p>Cinn-Wagon food truck out front serving up delicious eats every Tuesday & Sunday! Set up/tear down times may vary but... </p>\n
Miamisburg Memorial Day Parade
<p>Miamisburg will host a variety of events honoring Memorial Day, including ceremonies at Our Lady of Good Hope Cemetery, the... </p>\n
Beavercreek Memorial Day Ceremony
<p>Memorial Day Ceremony in Beavercreek Join the City of Beavercreek this Memorial Day, May 25, for a special in-person ceremony to... </p>\n
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