Taft Theatre

Emmy award-winning journalist Don Lemon and renowned comedian and radio host DL Hughley are extending their DL + DL ‘Anything Goes’ tour due to popular demand with 15 new shows across North America, following the success of their Spring 2026 run of shows.

They will be stopping in Cincinnati, OH on Saturday, October 3 at Taft Theatre. Their sharp commentary and politically savvy humor resonates equally with audiences culturally in tune and politically aware, from all walks of life.

Now leading his own independent media platform and the widely streamed The Don Lemon Show, Lemon draws on decades of journalism experience, including his years as a primetime anchor at CNN. He is best known for his fearless political analysis and unfiltered perspective. DL Hughley, a NYT bestseller and one of comedy’s most influential voices, is a dominant force in stand-up while hosting his nationally syndicated radio show, The DL Hughley Show. Both actively shape conversations around race, politics, and social justice with quick wit and unmatched honesty.

With Don Lemon (performer), DL Hughley (performer)

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Comedian Brad Williams has announced The Tall Tales Tour 2026 will stop by Cincinnati, OH for a performance at Taft Theatre on October 4.

Pound for pound, Brad Williams is the funniest comedian in the country right now and has become one of the most in-demand comedians working today. Williams started doing stand-up comedy as a teenager and has been touring successfully ever since, routinely selling out prestigious venues all over the country and world.

Williams has parlayed his live performances into a multitude of stand-up television appearances, including The Tonight Show, Dave Attell’s Comedy Underground, and Jimmy Kimmel Live. His first one-hour special, Fun Size, was the highest rated special on Showtime, and a year later, he followed that up with his second one, Daddy Issues, which was even more successful than the first. His third special in three years was an uproarious one, hosting some of the edgiest comedians in the country from the prestigious Montreal Just for Laughs Festival. His last groundbreaking special on Netflix, The Degenerates, garnered more huge ratings and rave reviews.

With Brad Williams (performer)

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Delta-Swamp blues guitarist Tab Benoit has announced a new run of dates for his “ Soul of the Swamp ” tour. The additional shows include a stop in Cincinnati, OH at Taft Theatre on Friday, October 9 and will include support from The Ghalia Volt Band.

About TAB BENOIT

Tab Benoit is a four-time Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter and guitarist who, for more than thirty years, has built a remarkable career on the foundation of his gritty and soulful Delta swamp blues. He has acquired a devoted legion of fans along the way, as well as five Blues Music Awards, including BB King Entertainer of the Year (twice) and an induction into The Louisiana Music Hall of Fame.

With Tab Benoit (performer)

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