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Midland Press Releases
The Midland Theatre's official newsroom, home to formal announcements covering new show bookings, series launches, grant and funding news, community partnerships, and organizational milestones.
Each release follows AP-style formatting and is written for media pickup, giving journalists, community partners, and patrons a single, reliable source for accurate, up-to-date information straight from the theatre.
THE MIDLAND THEATRE AWARDED $100,000 STATE CAPITAL GRANT FOR SOUND SYSTEM UPGRADES
State Senator Tim Schaffer secures funding in Ohio’s capital budget for the historic Newark theatre; investment will enhance the experience for audiences, artists, students, and community groups as The Midland approaches its 2028 centennial
THE MIDLAND THEATRE BRINGS SWING LEGENDS BIG BAD VOODOO DADDY TO NEWARK FOR ONE HIGH-ENERGY AUGUST NIGHT
One of the biggest names in American swing takes the historic Newark stage August 8; in an exciting late addition to the summer season.
Midland Press Release
Jun 26
THE MIDLAND THEATRE PRESENTS NEWARK SUMMERFEST 2026, A FREE OUTDOOR CELEBRATION HONORING LICKING COUNTY’S HOMETOWN HEROES
Big Bad Stache and Emily Raff headline free August 1 concert on the Newark Square; local youth performers, Hometown Heroes banner unveiling, and sponsorship opportunities available for local businesses
Midland Press Release
Jun 12
THE MIDLAND THEATRE ANNOUNCES 2026/27 STAGE DOOR CABARET SERIES
AN IMMERSIVE ON-STAGE CONCERT EXPERIENCE WITH SIX SINGER-SONGWRITERS Sponsored by Huntington Bank, the historic Newark theatre invites ~120 guests through its stage door and onto its stage for six evenings of music discovery; series tickets on sale June 9, with Annual Fund member early access June 2 NEWARK, Ohio (June 2, 2026) -- The Midland Theatre is proud to announce its 2026/27 Stage Door Cabaret Series, sponsored by Huntington Bank, an immersive on-stage concert series t
Riff Notes
Jun 2
LOCAL STUDENTS PACK THE STAGE: MIDLAND THEATRE CLOSES ALADDIN AUDITION REGISTRATION AFTER OVERWHELMING COMMUNITY RESPONSE
Over sixty local students in grades 1–12 take The Midland’s historic stage in resident company Missoula Children’s Theatre’s Aladdin on June 19; tickets on sale now; the sold-out audition response reflects the power of free, accessible arts programming for every child in Licking County
2026 Midland Theatre Summer Movie Series
HE MIDLAND THEATRE ANNOUNCES 2026 SUMMER MOVIE SERIES: TEN CLASSICS, ONE LEGENDARY VENUE, TICKETS JUST $7.
THE MIDLAND THEATRE NAMED OFFICIAL OHIO GOES TO THE MOVIES VENUE
THE MIDLAND THEATRE NAMED OFFICIAL OHIO GOES TO THE MOVIES VENUE, TO HOST FREE SCREENING OF CREEPSHOW Newark’s historic 1928 theatre joins statewide America 250 celebration; horror cult classic starring Hal Holbrook screens free July 17; registration opens May 12 NEWARK, Ohio ([DATE], 2026) -- The Midland Theatre has been named an Official Venue for Ohio Goes to the Movies™, a Signature Event of America 250-Ohio celebrating Ohio’s remarkable contributions to American film, an
THE MIDLAND THEATRE INVITES EVERY KID IN LICKING COUNTY TO AUDITION FOR ALADDIN THIS JUNE
Resident company Missoula Children’s Theatre returns with its celebrated Red Truck Tour; auditions are free and open to all students in grades 1–12; no experience required, and every child who auditions gets a role; public performance June 19
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