The Holland Theatre kicks off 2025 with four fun shows in February.
First up is Windmill Productions’ Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition, with shows at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 7, at 7:30 p.m., and 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 8.
Local middle schoolers present the classic tale and music in a one-hour version perfect for young attention spans. Dorothy and her loyal companion Toto “Follow the Yellow Brick Road” through the Land of Oz. They are determined to reach the Emerald City, where the great and powerful Wizard of Oz will help them get home.
Along the way, Dorothy encounters witches both good and bad, munchkins, talking trees and winged monkeys. Their journey is a glowing testament to friendship, understanding and hope in a world filled with both beauty and ugliness.
Tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for youth 17 and under.
Next up is the film and classic love story Breakfast at Tiffany’s on Valentine’s Day, Friday, Feb. 14, at 7 p.m., part of the Holland’s Free Movie Series. This beloved story features Audrey Hepburn as the carefree but complicated Holly Golightly.
Admission is free but a ticket is required.
The following day, Saturday, Feb. 15, at 7:30 p.m., features Close to You: The Music of the Carpenters.
Singer and playwright Lisa Rock has compiled a moving tribute to the beautiful music and troubled life of Karen Carpenter, and brings it to the stage with her six-piece backing band.
The concert showcases some of the most memorable songs of the 70’s, including “We’ve Only Just Begun,” “Rainy Days and Mondays,” and of course “Close to You.”
Tickets start at $25. This event is sponsored by Richard Brundage and the Bellefontaine Examiner.
Finally, relive the fun and excitement of the most popular band in music history with The WannaBeatles on Saturday, Feb. 22, at 7:30 p.m.
Grammy nominees who have appeared on national television, The WannaBeatles use their multi-instrumental skills to recreate all eras of the Beatles’ songbook.
The seasoned showmen entertain with unique music medleys, comedy, and original material to create a joyful and different kind of Beatles experience.
Tickets start at $20. This event is sponsored by Mick and Jane Reed and V-Teck Communications.
Up next in March are The All New Wizard of Oz on Ice on March 1; Irish music from The Drowsy Lads on March 15; the John Jorgenson Bluegrass Band on March 22; and a free concert from The Ohio State University Jazz Ensemble on March 28.
This season’s sponsor is Beasley Architecture & Design, with media sponsorship from the Bellefontaine Examiner and V-Teck Communications, and season support from Honda of America and the Ohio Arts Council.
Tickets are available online at TheHolland.org, by phone at (937) 592-9002, or in person at the box office, 127 E. Columbus Ave. Box office hours are Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Thursday and Friday from 1 to 5 p.m.