Marion Palace Theater: Recent Episodes
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Located in Downtown Marion, Ohio, This 1928 fully operational theater is a historic treasure in which to experience the arts. Listen to our podcast for information, insights and backstage news about performances. Produced by iHeartMedia Marion, a proud supporter of the Marion Palace Theater.
This weekend at The Marion Palace Theatre, it's the Junior Palace production of "Bringing Down The House." The show is full of over 40 local youths hilariously performing a show that has a theme of them preparing for a musical before their theater goes away... EXPLOSIVELY! It's a musical without singing... seriously! Five of the show's cast joined the podcast, along with Director Morgan Schwartz, to tell us all about the production, coming February 20-22 to the Palace Stage.
For tickets and show details, CLICK HERE!
The most outrageous Italian Wedding is being planned for the Marion Palace Theatre, August 22, 23, & 24, and you're invited! You'll be right in the middle of this hilarious, drama filled family event. You'll participate in the ceremony, delicious dinner, over-the-top reception, with music and dancing, and so much unexpected fun!
The cast stopped by the studio to set the stage, and show their true colors, in a podcast to give you an idea of the zaniness you are in for when you attend this one-of-a-kind production.
Tickets and info are at MarionPalace.org.
The cast of "Annie" joined Paul James in studio to talk about their production, opening at The Historic Marion Palace Theatre on Saturday, July 12th for a five show run!
For Tickets and Info, visit www.MarionPalace.org/Annie
Marion Palace Theatre Executive Director, Kirk Detweiler, joined the podcast to announce the 2025-2026 Season Schedule!
The cast of Nunsense II: The Second Coming joined us in studio to talk about the show coming to the Palace stage on April 11 thru 13, 2025.
CLICK for details.
Lonestar founding member Dean Sams joins Paul James to talk about their LIVE concert event coming to The Historic Marion Palace Theatre on Friday, May 2nd at 7:30pm.
Dean talks about their latest musical project, 33+ years of hit country songs and the changes and challenges of their day-to-day life.
For tickets and information, visit MarionPalace.org
The Marion Palace Theatre presents the junior production of The Girl With The Golden Locks on Fenruary 21, 22 and 23, 2025. Kirk Detweiller, Executive Director the the Palace and Mrogan Schwartz, the show's director, brought some of the cast in studio to talk about the production.
"Where Are They Wow!" featuring Marc "Skippy" Price and Steve "Kenny Bania" Hytner is coming to the historic Marion Palace Theatre on Friday, November 15th at 7:30pm. Marc joined The Paul James Show on Majic 95.9 FM to talk about it, his career as a stand up comic, and his years on the hit 80's TV sit-com "Family Ties."
For tickets and details, CLICK HERE!
“Rent,” the groundbreaking musical that captivated audiences worldwide, anchors our new season with its powerful narrative and unforgettable rock anthems. Carter Rawlins and Kirk Detweiler joined the show to talk about the Tony and Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece by Jonathan Larson. It's a vibrant exploration of love, creativity, and resilience in the face of adversity. Set in New York City’s East Village, it follows a year in the lives of young artists navigating the challenges of friendship, romance, and the impact of HIV/AIDS. With its compelling story and dynamic score, “Rent” promises an inspiring theatrical experience that resonates with audiences of all ages. Join the Palace August 23, 24 at 7:30om and August 25 at 2:00pm. Rated R for adult language and themes. Directed by Dustin Rawlins.Tickets: $16, $27, $29
Disney's The Little Mermaid is coming to the Marion Palace Theatre on July 13, 14, 19, 20 & 21. Members of the cast joined the podcast to talk about their show.
For tickets and details go to MarionPalace.org
Executive Director Kirk Detweiler and Sharon Gale (Mrs. Claus) stopped by to talk about Christmas at the Palace.
Executive Director Kirk Detwiler and musician Galo Pacheco spoke with Eric Mosley about the upcoming All 4 One concert at the Palace where Galo will be the opening act.
Jamie Jones from the group All 4 One spoke with Eric Mosley about their musical journey and their upcoming show on November 3rd at the Palace.
Executive Director Kirk Detwiler and Kristi Wink talk about the upcoming cabaret show "An Evening With Friends". Plus they talk about the upcoming shows coming in September and October.
The dramatic musical "Next To Normal" will be on the May Pavilion Stage on August 18th through the 20th. Dustin Rawlins, his cast and Kirk Detweiler all joined the podcast to talk about the show, its cast and why this musical is so important for adults to attend.
Kirk Detweiler, Clare Cook and Kristi Wink joined the show to talk about the EPIC Disney's Beauty & The Beast, The Broadway Musical, they are directing and producing at our Historic Marion Palace Theatre on July 8, 9 and 14, 15, and 16th. Details and tickets are available at www.MarionPalace.org
Disney's Beauty and The Beast is being presented at The Marion Palace Theatre July 8,9, 14, 15, and 16, 2023. "Belle" aka, Sara Grote joins the show to talk about the show, how awesome it is to play a Disney Princess and how your little princess' can join Brunch with Belle, too!
www.MarionPalace.org
Marion Palace Theatre Executive Director Kirk Detweiler joined the show to give us a run down on everything going on at the theatre this summer. From the musicals, to several themed dance nights and a very special giveaway... the Palace is rocking this summer!
Kirk Detweiler from the Marion Palace Theatre joined the show to talk about the touring Broadway production of Ain't Misbehavin' coming to the theatre on May 20th!
Marion Palace Theatre Executive Director Kirk Detweiler joined the show to release the 2023 - 2024 Season! The line-up includes Palace Produced Shows, National Touring Shows and many Special Events. Tickets go on-sale in a staggered fashion for Palace Patrons and the General On-Sale begins on May 30th at MarionPalace.org!
Shovel City Improv brings their comedy show to the Marion Palace Theatre's May Pavillion on Saturday, April 22nd at 7:30pm. It's a perfect show for a great date night! Daniel Bradshaw and Eric Mosley from the comedy troupe, joined Kirk Detweiler for this episode.
CLICK FOR DETAILS OF THE SHOW!
Clare Cooke and Kirk Detweiler stopped by to announce the Marion Palace Theatre's Summer Musical and when you can audition for the show!
Some great music will be featured at the Marion Palace Theatre the weekend of March 24th and 25th. The Original Eagles Tribute, Hotel California and The Central Ohio Symphony performing "Go for Baroque" are on the schedule. Executive Director Kirk Detweiler joined the show to talk about these performances.
"Nunsense A-Men" will be on stage at the Palace Theatre's May Pavilion March 3rd thru April 2nd. Clare Cooke, the director, and Kirk Detweiler from the Palace joined the show to talk about this hilarious show featuring some of Marion's favorite performers!
Cleveland native and the Tony/Grammy-nominated star of Broadway’s “Movin’ Out,” MICHAEL CAVANAUGH brings his full band to Marion to perform the greatest hits of Billy Joel and Elton John at our palace Thatre. Kirk Detweiler and Keitha Voorheis joined the show to talk about the show and what to expect when you attend.
Get tickets and Details by CLICKING HERE!
The Marion Palace Theatre is presenting "Chasing Charming" this weekend. The show features over 80 young performers, under the direction of Emily Yaksic. Emily and kirk Detweiler, from the Palace, joined the show, along with 5 of the young leads, to talk about what to expect from this Junior Palace Production.
For tickets and details of the show, just CLICK HERE!
Chicks With Hits, featuring Pam Tillis, Suzy Bogguss and Terri Clark comes to the Marion Palace Theatre on Friday night. Pam Tillis joined The Paul James Show to talk about the show, what to expect, her career and the resurgence of 90's Country music in America.
Get tickets and details about Friday's Show by CLICKING HERE!
CHICKS WITH HITS features country music legends Terri Clark, Pam Tillis, and Suzy Bogguss is coming to the Marion Palace Theatre on Friday, janaury 20th at 7:30pm.
With 36 top 10 singles between them, there’s a lot of material to pull from, including classics like Clark’s “Better Things to Do,” Tillis’ “Spilled Perfume,” and Bogguss’ “Outbound Plane.” The triple-threat combination of talent is unparalleled; with over 10 million records sold, and numerous GRAMMY, ACM, CMA, and CCMA awards.
Kirk and Keitha from the Marion Palace Theatre joined the show to talk about how you can get tickets and more.
Details at: MarionPalace.org
Ernie Haase & Signature Sound's "A Jazzy Little Christmas" Tour is coming to the Historic Marion Palace Theater on Saturday, December 17th at 7:30pm. Ernie joined the show from the road to talk about the show and his Grammy nominated group that is coming to Marion to bring Joy and help celebrate Christmas in our area. Details at: https://marionpalace.org/event/ernie-haase-signature-sound-a-jazzy-little-christmas/
The 40th Celebration of Christmas at The Palace is December 2nd, 3rd and 4th at The Historic Marion Palace Theater. Sharon Game and Kirk Detweiler from The Palace joined the show to give us all the details of this amazing show!
Learn more at: https://marionpalace.org/event/christmas-the-the-palace-40th-anniversary/2022-12-02/
ABBAMANIA and Night Fever are bringing their LIVE, High Energy Show to the Historic Marion Palace Theatre on Sunday afternoon at 3pm. Gary Lichach created the groups and joined the podcast to talk about the 23 year run ABBAMANIA has enjoyed. Details at https://marionpalace.org/event/abbamania-night-fever/
Shovel City Improv is Back at the May! Saturday night the Palace's May Pavilion will host these crazy hometown comedians for a show that features past members of the group, too! Kim and Daniel Bradshaw from the group and Kirk Detweiler from the Palace join the podcast to talk about the show. Tickets and info at www.MarionPalace.org
Kirk Detweiler and Kristi Wink from The Marion Palace Theatre joined the podcast to tell us all about Disney's Moana Jr. happening this weekend! Details at www.MarionPalace.org
Lee Greenwood joined the podcast to talk about his show, coming to the Marion Palace Theatre on Friday, September 30, 2022 at 7:30pm. Lee talked about his tour, his life in country music, songwriting and staying Proud to Be an American. Details on the show and tickets at: https://marionpalace.org/event/lee-greenwood/
Comedian Steve Bruner and AGT Juggler Mike Price are coming to the Marion Palace Theatre on Saturday, August 27th for a fun, clean comedy and juggling show. Kirk Detweiler joined the show to talk about the upcoming performance. Details and tickets at: https://marionpalace.org/event/steve-bruner-mike-price/
Marion Palace Theatre Executive Director Kirk Detweiler stopped by to talk about this Saturday's show "An Evening With Friends." Get the details at https://marionpalace.org/event/an-evening-with-friends/
Saturday, August 27 at 7:30pm, The Marion Palace Theatre welcomes comedian Steve Bruner and Juggler Mike Price for "Saturday Night Spectacular." Steve joined Paul James to talk about the show and what you can expect to experience that night.
Tickets start at $20 and can be purchased at https://marionpalace.org/event/steve-bruner-mike-price/
Kirk Detweiler, Executive Director of the Marion Palace Theater, talks about The Will Rogers Follies as it heads Into Its final weekend. Kirk also talked about a few more shows coming the the theater in August. Details and tickets at www.MarionPalace.org
The Summer Musical at The Historic Marion Palace Theater is The Will Rogers Follies! It's July 9, 10 and 15, 16, 17, 2022. Director Claire Cook, Choreographer Kirsti Wink, Lead Tanner Wink and Palace Executive Director Kirk Detweiler joined the podcast to talk about the show. Tickets and info is at www.MarionPalace.org
The GezeCats will be in the May Pavilion TONIGHT with food trucks, full bar and lots of entertainment. Marion palace Director Kirk Detweiler joined the podcast to tell us all about the show!
https://marionpalace.org/event/the-geezecats/
The Marion Palace Theater's Executive Director Kirk Detweiler joined the podcast to announce the 2022-2023 Season! It features five local productions, Star attractions and many touring shows, PLUS some new shows directed towards the 25 to 50-year age group.
www.MarionPalace.org
Marion Palace Theater Executive Director Kirk Detweiler joined the podcast to talk about their upcoming shows, including Tony Danza Standards and Stories, the US Navy Band Sea Chanters and many more. Plus he talks about a few shows you may not know about yet.
www.MarionPalace.org
The U.S. Navy Band Sea Chanters chorus are coming to The Marion Palace Theater on Sunday, April 24, 2022 at 3pm for a FREE show. Rob Kurtz from the ensemble joined the podcast to talk about the performance, the band and what they do for our country and his own personal experiences. Check it out!
DETAILS and TICKETS: https://majic959.iheart.com/calendar/event/623c82e256901b958a5732bd/
Shovel City Imrpov has recorded a hilarious Basement Benefit Show to help the Marion Palace Theater, that has been shuttered since March. The show premieres on Saturday, June 13th at 7pm on the Palace Theater's YouTube channel and Facebook page. Daniel Bradshaw and Eric Mosley talk about the show on this episode.
https://www.youtube.com/user/marionpalace/featured
Bev Ford and Kristi Wink talk about the upcoming local high school musical productions and the Palace Arts Academy.
Executive Director Bev Ford stopped in to talk about the upcoming Palace movie Just Mercy, registrations for the Palace Arts Academy's upcoming sessions, auditions for the musical Nunsense 2, and the upcoming children's production of Robin Hood and His Merry Men.
Eric Mosley sat down with Executive Director Bev Ford to discuss the upcoming movie schedule, the MLK Breakfast, and the Popovich Comedy Pet Show. Also find out more on the Raise The Roof Fundraising Campaign.
Eric Mosley sits down with Executive Director Bev Ford to discuss the upcoming end of the year schedule and a peek at what's coming in January 2020
Eric Mosley sat down with Bev Ford to discuss the December schedule at the Palace. They also spent time explaining the Raise the Roof Fundraising Campaign that is getting underway.
Eric Mosley spoke with Lisa Rock in advance of her show A Carpenter's Christmas. Lisa shares her love for The Carpenter's music and what you can expect at her show on Sunday December 15th.
Eric Mosley sits down with Clare Cooke and Kristi Wink to talk about Christmas at the Palace
Bev Ford from the Marion Palace Theater talks with Eric Mosley about the upcoming Palace shows and events. Plus you can learn more about the Palace Arts Classes and how to become a Palace member
Bev Ford talks with Eric Mosley about the upcoming Palace events and what the process is for selecting the shows that come to the Palace.
September 2019 - An update on all things happening in September at the Marion Palace Theater