Marion Palace Theatre

Marion Palace Theatre

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 Theatre.

Episodes

February 16, 2026 13 mins
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...
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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...
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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
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Marion Palace Theatre Executive Director, Kirk Detweiler, joined the podcast to announce the 2025-2026 Season Schedule!
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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.

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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
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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.
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"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!
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“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 t...
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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
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November 28, 2023 13 mins
Executive Director Kirk Detweiler and Sharon Gale (Mrs. Claus) stopped by to talk about Christmas at the Palace.
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November 2, 2023 24 mins
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.

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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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
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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!
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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!
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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!
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