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Cleveland Institute Of Music Plans Historic Renovation Of Kulas Hall
by A.A. Cristi - March 28, 2024

Cleveland Institute of Music announces a historic renovation of Kulas Hall. This landmark project promises to enhance the iconic venue, ensuring it continues to serve as a premier destination for music education and performances.

ABSOLUTE ZERO Will Receive Developmental Production From Ohio Wesleyan University Next Month
by Stephi Wild - March 28, 2024

Join Ohio Wesleyan University's Department of Performing Arts for the first fully staged production of “Absolute Zero,” a developing musical. Performances will run April 11-20.

Cleveland Public Theatre Presents DANCEWORKS 2024 
by A.A. Cristi - March 27, 2024

Explore the world of dance with CPT's DanceWorks 2024, a mesmerizing showcase of talent and creativity. Experience the rhythm, movement, and passion of this year's performances.

BIG FISH, HYPE MAN & More Set for Cain Park's 2024 Alma Theater Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 27, 2024

Cain Park is embarking on an ambitious and diverse Alma Theater season. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED) [REVISED] [AGAIN] Makes It's Ohio Debut!
by A.A. Cristi - March 25, 2024

See the Ohio premiere of THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED) [REVISED] [AGAIN] at The Village Players Theatre.

Review: BACH AT LEIPZIG at Seat Of Pants
by Roy Berko - March 25, 2024

What did our critic think of BACH AT LEIPZIG at Seat Of Pants?

Review: THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR at GREAT LAKES THEATER
by Roy Berko - March 25, 2024

Sir John Falstaff is at it again!  Yes, the chubby delightful bumbler, who was in the Bard’s HENRY IV, Parts 1 and 2, is now lighting up the stage in Great Lakes Theater’s THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR, thanks to Elizabeth I.  The Queen was so infatuated with the character that, according to rumor, she asked Shakespeare to write another play with Falstaff, this time depicting the rogue in love.  

CIM Appoints Detroit Symphony Orchestra Principal Wei Yu
by Stephi Wild - March 25, 2024

On Monday, Executive Vice President & Provost Scott Harrison announced that next year, Wei Yu will transition from visiting faculty to a full faculty appointment, teaching a select studio each year while continuing as principal cello of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. 

Photos: First Look at Great Lakes Theater's THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR
by Blair Ingenthron - March 24, 2024

Check out production photos from Great Lakes Theater's production of Shakespeare's The Merry Wives of Windsor here!

Cleveland Public Theatre to Present FUNNY, LIKE AN ABORTION By Rachel Bublitz
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 22, 2024

Cleveland Public Theatre will present Funny, Like An Abortion by Rachel Bublitz. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

The National Center For Choreography - Akron Announces Thought Partners For Research Cohort
by A.A. Cristi - March 22, 2024

Discover the new Thought Partners for the fifth Creative Administration Research cohort at THE NATIONAL CENTER FOR CHOREOGRAPHY - AKRON.

Dustin Pari Shares Paranormal Stories in GHOSTS: DO YOU BELIEVE? At Victoria Theatre In April
by A.A. Cristi - March 20, 2024

Experience the thrill and mystery of GHOSTS: DO YOU BELIEVE? at the Victoria Theatre on April 26.

Leadership Ohio Appoints 2024 Class, Including CMA's Curator Of Exhibitions, Christy Davis
by Stephi Wild - March 20, 2024

 Leadership Ohio, the state's only leadership development program that connects diverse leaders from across Ohio to promote positive change, has announced the class of 2024. After receiving a record 147 nominations and through a competitive selection process, 35 individuals have been appointed as 2024 Leadership Ohio Fellows.

Review: REQUIEM at Cleveland Public Theatre
by Roy Berko - March 19, 2024

What did our critic think of REQUIEM at Cleveland Public Theatre?

Review: ORDINARY DAYS at BWU Musical Theatre Program
by Roy Berko - March 19, 2024

What did our critic think of ORDINARY DAYS at BWU Musical Theatre Program In Collaboration With Playhouse Square/Cleveland? Adam Gwon, who wrote the music and lyrics for ORDINARY DAYS, which recently finished its run as part of the Playhouse Square/Baldwin Wallace  annual collaboration, was in attendance at the brief 3-day run.

Liverpool Legends' THE COMPLETE BEATLES EXPERIENCE to Come to Cleveland in May
by Blair Ingenthron - March 17, 2024

Grammy-nominated and internationally acclaimed Liverpool Legends will be at The Agora on Sunday, May 19, 2024 at 7:30pm.

Ensemble Theatre Presents The Return Of THE COLOMBI NEW PLAYS FESTIVAL
by A.A. Cristi - March 15, 2024

Ensemble has shared details for the 2024 Colombi New Plays Festival as it returns to Cleveland for its first in-person festival since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Tickets For MJ in Cleveland Go On Sale Today
by Stephi Wild - March 15, 2024

Individual tickets for the smash-hit musical, MJ, at Playhouse Square, will go on sale starting Friday, March 15 at 10:00 a.m. 

Trumpeter Mary Elizabeth Bowden to Perform With Akron Symphony In BOHEMIAN QUEEN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 13, 2024

Trumpet Soloist Mary Elizabeth Bowden will perform with the Akron Symphony Orchestra in the Ohio premiere of Clarice Assad's Trumpet Concerto, BOHEMIAN QUEEN. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: SOMETHING CLEAN at Dobama
by Roy Berko - March 10, 2024

What did our critic think of SOMETHING CLEAN at Dobama?

Photos: Get a First Look at SOMETHING CLEAN at Dobama Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 08, 2024

SOMETHING CLEAN by Selina Fillinger, directed by Shannon Sindelar, is making its regional premiere at Dobama Theatre. Get a first look at photos!

The Cleveland Orchestra Adds Three Events to Mandel Opera & Humanities Festival
by Stephi Wild - March 08, 2024

The Cleveland Orchestra announced three new programs as part of its second annual Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Opera & Humanities Festival, which runs May 15 to May 26 at Severance Music Center.

CIM Receives Transformational $5 Million Gift From Kevin & Kristen Stein And Family
by A.A. Cristi - March 06, 2024

The Cleveland Institute of Music (CIM) has received a generous $5 million donation from Kevin and Kristen Stein and Family. The transformative gift will significantly impact the institution's future.

Canton Museum of Art Launches 32nd Annual Stark County High School Art Exhibition
by Stephi Wild - March 06, 2024

The Canton Museum of Art (CMA) will present the 32nd Annual Stark County High School Art Exhibition, on view March 15 through March 30th, 2024, in the Museum’s lower galleries. Museum admission to this exhibition, as well as A New Deal: Artists of the WPA from the CMA Collection will be FREE for everyone.  

NATIONAL LAMPON & KINGPIN Star Randy Quaid To Attend FAN EXPO Cleveland
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 05, 2024

Randy Quaid, known for iconic roles as 'Cousin Eddie' in several National Lampoon films and as 'Ishmael' in the 1996 comedy Kingpin, will appear at FAN EXPO Cleveland, set for April 12-14 at the Huntington Convention Center


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