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Conductor Leonard Slatkin to Receive CIM’s 2026 Honorary Doctor of Musical Arts Degree
by Stephi Wild - January 22, 2026
CIM announced that acclaimed conductor Leonard Slatkin has been selected to receive its 2026 Honorary Doctor of Musical Arts (HDMA) degree. Learn more here!
Beck Center Seeks Submissions for Upcoming Visual Artist Exhibition
by Stephi Wild - January 20, 2026
Beck Center for the Arts is calling for artist submissions for a new visual arts exhibition set to open in 2026. Artists are encouraged to apply by the specified deadline. Learn more here!
FAN EXPO CLEVELAND Adds William Shatner, Bonnie Wright, And Mike Colter To 2026 Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - January 15, 2026
FAN EXPO Cleveland has announced the addition of William Shatner, Bonnie Wright, and Mike Colter to its celebrity lineup at the Huntington Convention Center, March 13-15.
SUFFS, THE MUSIC MAN and More Set for Playhouse Square February Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 15, 2026
​Playhouse Square will present a diverse lineup this February, including comedy, dance, music, theatrical performances and more, including the national tours of Suffs and The Music Man.
Winners Announced For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Cleveland Awards
by BWW Awards - January 14, 2026
Winners have been announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Cleveland Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
Cleveland Public Theatre Marks Decade of Playwright Development With TEST FLIGHT
by Stephi Wild - January 13, 2026
Cleveland Public Theatre has announced the 10th anniversary of its quintessential play development series, Test Flight, back with six established and up-and-coming Northeast Ohio playwrights.
M.U.S.i.C. To Present LOVE IS IN THE AIR Valentine’s Day Concert In Pepper Pike
by A.A. Cristi - January 12, 2026
On February 14, 2026, M.U.S.i.C. will present 'LOVE IS IN THE AIR,' a special Valentine's Day concert featuring chamber music performances by emerging talents. The event will take place in Pepper Pike, Ohio, offering a romantic evening of classical music.
Dancing Wheels Company to Present PUFF THE MAGIC DRAGON
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 09, 2026
The Dancing Wheels Company will bring to the stage the world premiere of Puff the Magic Dragon! The storybook ballet was choreographed and reenvisioned by Robert Wesner, who had previously choreographed several full-length works for Dancing Wheels.
THE HEART OF ROBIN HOOD Comes to Great Lakes Theater
by Stephi Wild - January 09, 2026
Great Lakes Theater will present David Farr's The Heart of Robin Hood, running February 6 – 22, 2026, in the Hanna Theatre at Playhouse Square. Learn more about the event here!
Review: STEREOPHONIC at Connor Palace (Key Bank Broadway Series)
by Roy Berko - January 08, 2026
STEREOPHONIC, which is now on stage at the Connor Palace, is a 4-act, 3-hour production, was written by American playwright David Adjmi, with music composed by Will Butler.  
Cleveland Premiere of THE HEART SELLERS Comes to Dobama
by Stephi Wild - January 07, 2026
Dobama Theatre will kick off 2026 with the Cleveland Premiere of The Heart Sellers by celebrated American playwright Lloyd Suh. Learn more about the production here!
Ohio Contemporary Ballet Hosts Trio of Choreographers for 2026 Season
by Stephi Wild - January 06, 2026
Throughout January and February, the company will host three distinguished choreographers—Nycole Ray, Avree Walker, and Gordon Peirce Schmidt—in its Cleveland studios.
Oberlin College and Conservatory Music Theater to Present SPRING AWAKENING
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 05, 2026
​​​​​​​Beck Center for the Arts will present its first annual collaboration through the production of Spring Awakening with Oberlin College and Conservatory Music Theater Program.
Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Cleveland Awards; ANNIE Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 29, 2025
This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Cleveland Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Cleveland Public Theatre's Immersive Theatre Fest SOFTLAUNCH Returns
by BWW News Desk - December 22, 2025
​​​​​​​Cleveland Public Theatre will present the sophomore year of SoftLaunch, its most experimental artistic development program to date. Learn more about the event here.
Playhouse Square To Present Comedy, Concerts, And Theatre Programming In January
by BWW News Desk - December 22, 2025
Playhouse Square has announced its January programming lineup featuring Broadway productions, comedy performances, concerts, theatrical events, and resident company presentations.
Ensemble Theatre Of Cleveland Will Present LONG DAY’S JOURNEY INTO NIGHT As Part Of 46th Season
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2025
Ensemble Theatre of Cleveland will present Eugene O’Neill’s LONG DAY’S JOURNEY INTO NIGHT as part of its 46th season. Performances will take place at the Marinello Little Theatre in University Heights.
Beck Center For The Arts Will Present ARCHITECTURE: FROM THE GROUND UP
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2025
Beck Center for the Arts will present a new group photography exhibition, Architecture: From the Ground Up, showcasing work by members of the Rust Belt Photo Collective.
Review: THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL at Beck Center For The Arts
by Roy Berko - December 09, 2025
When I reviewed it on Broadway, several year ago, my capsule judgment stated: SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS THE BROADWAY MUSICAL is a wonder of neon psychedelic delight starring a character-perfect lead surrounded by a fun-centered cast which should delight adults and children of all ages!” 
& JULIET Tour to Launch Ticket Lottery for Toledo Engagement
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2025
The American Theatre Guild released details about their digital ticket lottery policy for the North American tour of Broadway’s hit musical, & JULIET.
The National Center for Choreography-Akron to Kick Off 10th Anniversary
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2025
The National Center for Choreography-Akron (NCCAkron) will celebrate 10 years as a national hub for dance research and development: an incubator for artists and a hyperagent for the national dance field.
The National Center For Choreography–Akron To Launch 10th Anniversary Celebration
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2025
The National Center for Choreography–Akron will begin an extended anniversary celebration that spans multiple cities and programs across the U.S. The initiative will highlight residencies, public events, national convenings, and new work within NCCAkron’s research-focused framework.
ProMusica Will Kick Off 2026 With Soprano Camilla Tillin
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2025
ProMusica Chamber Orchestra will open 2026 at the Southern Theatre with a program that features soprano Camilla Tilling, for her ProMusica debut in Mahler Symphony No. 4. Led by Music Director David Danzmayr.
Review: SPAMALOT at Connor Palace
by Roy Berko - December 05, 2025
SPAMALOT, also known at MONTY PYTHON’S SPAMALOT: A MUSICAL (LOVINGLY) RIPPED OFF FROM THE MOTION PICTURE MONTY PYTHON AND THE HOLY GRAIL, is settled in at the Connor Palace for a short run (December 1-6).
Photos: THE HOBBIT at Dobama Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2025
The second production of Dobama Theatre’s 2025/26 mainstage season is the Cleveland Premiere of Greg Banks' imaginative stage adaptation of THE HOBBIT, based on the classic novel by J.R.R. Tolkien. Check out photos here!

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