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Can’t let it go

Disney’s “Frozen” makes Broadway tour stop in Columbus
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What was the last show you saw at the Ohio Theatre? | Photo via Broadway in Columbus
The sun may be shining in Columbus, but snow is falling inside the Ohio Theatre starting this week — artificial snow, that is.

Disney’s “Frozen” is taking over the Ohio Theatre — located at 39 E. State St. — starting Wednesday, July 26-Sunday, Aug. 6. With a cast that is decorated with Tony Awards, this is a can’t-miss show for families (or Disney fans) who have “Let It Snow” as their top Spotify song each year. Here’s what you need to s-know before you go.

🎟 The basics

This show is two hours and 15 minutes long with one intermission. It’s intended for a general audience — but kids under two years old will not be permitted. Additionally, it uses various strobe lights and smoke machines, so caution is advised for those with sensory sensitivities.

Tickets range from $40-$150, depending on how close you want to be to the stage. Weekends offer the best chance for a matinee, and weekday shows typically start at 7:30 p.m.

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Elsa is played by Colleen Bowman, an award-winning actress. | Photo by Disney via CAPA

📸 Worth a try

While no meet-and-greet is posted on the website, the official Disney website notes that actors and actresses can often be found near the stage door after performances. Meeting these talented performers isn’t guaranteed, and it’s recommended to ask an usher beforehand.

🎶 Updated playlist

Families will hear all the hits from the original film, plus 12 new songs written by award-winning songwriters Kristen Anderson-Lopez + Robert Lopez. The two reportedly used inspiration from popular artists like Adele and Kelly Clarkson to help write these new tunes.
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Wednesday, July 26
  • Farmers Market | Wednesday, July 26 | 3-6 p.m. | Tremont Center, 2160 Tremont Center, Upper Arlington | Cost of purchase | Shop fresh produce and handmade goods from 25 local vendors.
Thursday, July 27
  • Wine Tasting | Thursday, July 27 | 6:30-9:30 p.m. | BrewDog Franklinton, 463 W. Town St., Franklinton | $25 | Sample five different natural wines + grab dinner on the rooftop patio.
Friday, July 28
  • The Ohio State Marching Band | Friday, July 28-Saturday, July 29 | 8 p.m. | Columbus Commons, 160 S. High St., Downtown | $35-$850 | The Columbus Symphony is joined by TBDBITL for the first large tailgate of the season.
Saturday, July 29
  • Dog Days of Summer | Saturday, July 29 | 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. | Budd Dairy Food Hall, 1086 N. 4th St., Italian Village | Free | Meet adoptable pets, local shelters, and pet-friendly businesses on this dog-focused day.
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Development
  • The former Golden Bear Center in Upper Arlington is tentatively set to be demolished on Friday, Sept. 1, according to an announcement from the developers. Once demolished, a 24-month construction process will begin on a five-story, 51,000-sqft multi-use building with 76 upscale condos. (NBC4)
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  • Start your weekend a little early with free movie nights at East Market. The local venue will screen “The Sandlot” on Thursday, July 27 in the Switch yard. Can’t make it to this one? Come back on Thursday, Aug. 3 or Thursday, Aug. 17.
Sports
  • Fanatics Betting & Gaming will open a retail sportsbook location in the Arena District in partnership with the Columbus Blue Jackets. This new 5,000 sqft facility will be located at 401 N. Front St. with 14 self-service betting kiosks, one LED video wall, 16 TVs, and a full-service restaurant.
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  • Hazy skies, extreme storms, and now emus on the loose — what is going on CBUS? It’s been a strange summer, and Monday kept that streak going after someone’s pet emu escaped its enclosure in Galloway. Luckily, police were able to secure the turbo bird and returned it to its home. (The Columbus Dispatch)
Plan Ahead
  • COSI is ready to shine a light on its upcoming traveling exhibit — Creatures of Light: Natures Bioluminescence. This new experience features organisms that glow, ranging from fireflies to angler fish, and is hosted by the American Museum of Natural History. It opens on Saturday, Oct. 14.
Real Estate
  • A local developer is seeking to build a new 284-unit apartment complex in Dublin. Stavroff Land and Development met with the Zoning and Planning Commission to discuss the proposal, and the Dublin-based developer is now in the process of adjusting certain aspects, like parking challenges. (NBC4)
Biz
  • The Columbus Dispatch sold its former building on 62 E. Broad St. to the Center for Christian Virtue for $1.1 million. The faith-based group hopes to move in to its new 30,000-sqft building near the end of August. (Columbus Business First)
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Make it a date

30+ date night ideas for every type of Columbusite
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Stories on High is one of the newest rooftop bars in Columbus. | Photo via Stories on High
Kids, this is the story of how I met your mother, and it was all thanks to CBUStoday.

Ok, so maybe that’s not exactly how the 2000s sitcom went, but if Ted Mosby (played by Jason Radnor, who was born in Columbus) had consulted us for date night ideas, we could’ve shaved the show down to two seasons. Regardless, whether you’ve met “the one” or are hoping to impress someone new, we’ve got 25+ local date night ideas that are worth a fling.

For the ones who want a night out on the town

  • Take your love to new heights on one of these rooftop bars in the city. We’ve got options ranging from “elegant and fun” to “laid back and aesthetically pleasing,” so your date night can be tailor-made.

For the ones who like to play games (just not with your heart)

  • From free retro arcade games to tabletop classics, there’s more than one way to play games in Columbus.
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Heads up, CBUS. More extreme weather could be headed our way tonight. The Weather Network rates us a 5 for thunderstorms, which means “get prepared.” Yikes. Monday night featured marble-sized hail, so be careful out there.
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