2026-2027 Fitton Showstoppers

Hamilton, Ohio – From start to finish, the 2026-2027 Fitton Showstoppers series goes big. Eight shows spanning eight Saturday nights from October to May offering a variety of electrifying entertainment styles.

Take a look…

October 17, 2026 Genesis ReTouched Presents: Genesis Evolution In the beginning (of the season), Genesis Retouched performs huge radio, arena and stadium hits by every incarnation of Genesis, from their progressive rock roots to their pop anthems of the ‘80s. Plus music from the solo careers and side projects of band members like Peter Gabriel, Phill Collins and Mike & the Mechanics. It’s going to rock.

November 21, 2026 Hamilton Feud Survey says… this Hamilton spin on the classic TV game show is going to be a hoot. Teams of local luminaries compete to guess what the people think on a wide - and wild - array of subjects. But be careful, the other squad can steal if your team gets three strikes. It’s going to be an unforgettably live and loving tribute to the golden era of game shows. December 12, 2026 Pop Rock Christmas (The Ultrasonics) The show that got snowed out last season finally gets to go on this. Cooler than the other side of the pillow, The Ultra Sonics bring all the holiday hits you know and love into the 21st Century. Featuring multiple soaring vocalists in front of a rocking six-piece band, their infectious arrangements make the music pop. It’s the Christmas show making the yule cool and delivering joy to the world. A 100 percent Santa-approved sophisticated sonic celebration. And we promise, after last season’s cancellation, we’re cutting “Let It Snow” from the set list. January 23, 2027 Salute to the Rat Pack and Friends They defined cool for entire generations. To this day, Frank, Deano and Sammy are the Holy Trinity of Hip. They set the standard for style and swagger from the Sands Hotel in Las Vegas to the Copacabana nightclub in New York and on all the silver screens across the country in between. Hit after iconic hit played by a live, five-piece band and performed by showmen at the height of their considerable powers makes for a must see experience. Loosen up your bow tie and take a singin’, swingin’ ride through a night in the life of the Rat Pack.

February 13, 2027 A Candlelit Romance Warm the depths of winter in the soft glow of candlelight as Julie Spangler, principal pianist for the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, teams with an exceptional string quartet to make beautiful music. Lush arrangements pair with silky-smooth playing on timeless tunes and modern masterpieces in the flickering light. Up your romantic game as we turn down the house lights for this magical love letter to love itself.

March 20, 2027 The Young Originals Take a quartet of expert, multi-instrumental musicians. Add tight, dynamic harmonies over surprising arrangements. Toss in some of the best-known songs ever written – think La Vie En Rose, Misty and Mr. Sandman – and striking original tunes. Then dig into the musical smorgasbord of The Young Original as they make their Fitton Center debut. Catch this act on its way up, because they’ll be hitting much bigger stages soon. April 10, 2027 Kanin Wren’s Taylor Swift Experience The global phenomenon that is Taylor Swift comes to life in a powerhouse parallel tribute authored by country/pop sensation Kanin Wren, a rising star in her own right, named Emerging Artist of the Year and featured in Rolling Stone at the age of 18. Like Swift herself, Wren inspires and empowers her audiences to believe in themselves and the power of positivity, all celebrated in song. May 15, 2027 The Love Boat Yacht Rock Show The Billy Rock Band slips on their deck shoes and captain’s hats as we set sail for soft-rock heaven. Ports of call on this musical voyage include heartbreakers like She’s Gone and Baby Come Back, seasonal specials like Lovely Day and Summer Breeze, optimistic anthems like What a Fool Believes and Love Is Alive and genre-defining acts like Christopher Cross, Michael McDonald, The Doobie Brothers and Steely Dan. All that’s missing is Captain Stuebing himself.

A celebration of the entire new season is set for 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, August 14, with Season Launch. The annual open house event features live music by the Wonderlands, performances by resident companies, live art demonstrations, food, drinks, giant games and more. All are welcome.

Tickets for the 2026-2027 season go on sale to Fitton Center members at 9 a.m. Monday, August 10, while the general public can begin purchasing tickets at 9 a.m. Friday, August 14. All tickets will be available online at fittoncenter.org, by phone at 513-863-8873, ext. 110 or in person at the Fitton Center Box Office.

Fitton Center memberships are $35 for an individual and $70 for families and are good for a calendar year from the date of purchase. In addition to first dibs on tickets, members also receive discounts on all ticket purchases, as well as classes, camps, workshops, art purchases, Bake Sale items and facility rentals. Members also enjoy discounts at partner businesses and organizations around the region as part of the Community Rewards Program.

The Fitton Center for Creative Arts is located at 101 S. Monument Avenue on the Riverfront in downtown Hamilton, Ohio.

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