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How To Dance In Ohio

An exuberant coming-of-age comedy.



How to Dance in Ohio is a joyful and uplifting new musical exploring the universal need to connect and the courage it takes to step out into the world. With music by Jacob Yandura, lyrics and book by Rebekah Greer Melocik, the musical was adapted from the award-winning 2015 HBO documentary film by Alexandra Shiva.

Based on a true story, this feel-good show follows a group of Autistic young adults and their families navigating change and preparing for a spring formal dance—a rite of passage that breaks open their daily routines in Columbus, Ohio.

How to Dance in Ohio made its world premiere at Syracuse Stage in September 2022 and later the show transferred to Broadway in November 2023. The show received a host of critical acclaim, with The How to Dance in Ohio Authentic Autistic Representation Team winning a 2024 Drama Desk Special Award.

Please note: all materials will be delivered digitally; hard copy materials are not available for this title.

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14
Roles
PG13
Rated
2
Acts
Book & Lyrics by Rebekah Greer MelocikRebekah Greer Melocik
Music by Jacob YanduraJacob Yandura

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"So Much In Common" from How to Dance in Ohio
"So Much In Common" from How to Dance in Ohio
"How to Dance in Ohio" Broadway Montage
"How to Dance in Ohio" Broadway Montage
"Drift" from How to Dance in Ohio
"Drift" from How to Dance in Ohio
How to Dance in Ohio - "Getting Ready for the Dance" B-Roll
How to Dance in Ohio - "Getting Ready for the Dance" B-Roll
The stars of 'How to Dance in Ohio' on exploring connections among autistic adults
The stars of 'How to Dance in Ohio' on exploring connections among autistic adults
How to Dance in Ohio - A New Broadway Musical
How to Dance in Ohio - A New Broadway Musical
Broadway's "How to Dance in Ohio" shines a light on autistic stories
Broadway's "How to Dance in Ohio" shines a light on autistic stories
"Today Is" from How to Dance in Ohio
"Today Is" from How to Dance in Ohio

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