Name: The Cook-Off & Bon Appétit
Start: 2026-02-07T19:30:00
Location: University of Dayton

Dayton Performing Arts is set to offer an eclectic series of events that promise to captivate and engage diverse audiences. From the electrifying fusion of rock and orchestra to the poignant notes of American classics, these events showcase the creative genius of renowned artists and composers. With performances spanning rock, opera, ballet, and orchestral compositions, audiences will be treated to a myriad of styles and genres. As we dive into 2026, let's explore the artistry and excitement these events bring to the stage.

Dayton Performing Arts Presents a Dynamic Line-Up: From Rock Symphonies to American Classics

Clinton Smith

Kathleen Clawson

Dayton Performing Arts

You’re the studio audience for a delicious double feature! The Cook-Off, a fresh new comic opera, is set during a televised cooking competition. Grammy-nominated composer Shawn E. Okpebholo and Pulitzer Prize and Grammy Award-winning librettist Mark Campbell have whipped up a delightful concoction, as moving as it is hilarious.

The Cook-Off & Bon Appétit

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