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Chagrin Valley Little Theatre to Host Audition Prep Masterclass For Teens
by Blair Ingenthron - July 26, 2024


Chagrin Valley Little Theatre (CVLT) will host an Audition Mastery Masterclass, designed specifically for students entering grades 5-12 who are passionate about theater and eager to enhance their audition skills.

Review: ANNIE at Porthouse/Kent State University
by Roy Berko - July 24, 2024


Terri Kent, the Artistic Director of Porthouse Theatre, Kent State University’s summer home on the grounds of Blossom Center, states in her program notes for ANNIE: I believe the arts have the power to transform lives and I believe in miracles.

SUPERSTAR: THE SONGS, THE STORIES, THE CARPENTERS Comes to Severance Music Center
by Stephi Wild - July 19, 2024


Get ready for a musical journey through the timeless hits and fascinating back-stage stories of the Carpenters, one of the most beloved and influential duos in pop music history. International singer and producer Helen Welch stars in 'Superstar: The Songs, The Stories, The Carpenters', a captivating show that celebrates the music, legacy, and enduring appeal of Karen and Richard Carpenter.

Review: MJ THE MUSICAL at Key Bank State Theatre
by Roy Berko - July 18, 2024


What did our critic think of MJ THE MUSICAL at Key Bank State Theatre?

Tickets Go on Sale Today For the First Two Shows of the Broadway in Akron Season
by Stephi Wild - July 17, 2024


Playhouse Square announced that tickets to the touring Broadway productions of TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL and DEAR EVAN HANSEN will be available for purchase beginning Wednesday July 17, 2024, at 10 a.m.

Stagecrafters Theatre Commemorates 50th Anniversary With Gala Event BROADWAY COMES HOME
by Stephi Wild - July 17, 2024


Stagecrafters Theatre has announced a star-studded gala at Playhouse Square on August 19 in honor of its 50th anniversary.

The National Center For Choreography-Akron Receives $90,000 From The National Endowment For The Arts
by Stephi Wild - July 16, 2024


The National Center for Choregraphy-Akron has announced that it has been approved by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) for two Grants for Arts Projects awards totaling $90,000.

Review: BEAUTIFUL THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Beck Center For The Arts
by Roy Berko - July 15, 2024


What did our critic think of BEAUTIFUL THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Beck Center For The Arts?

Tickets On Sale Now For Two Shows Returning to Playhouse Square This Fall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 15, 2024


Tickets are available now for the return of Mean Girls and Les Miserables to Playhouse Square this fall. Learn more about the shows!

Beck Center For The Arts Presents Faculty & Staff Visual Arts Exhibition
by A.A. Cristi - July 10, 2024


Discover the Beck Center Visual Arts Exhibition, a free event showcasing diverse artistic talents.

Ohio Contemporary Ballet Unveils Summer Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 10, 2024


Ohio Contemporary Ballet will present its much-anticipated summer performances across the Great Lakes region. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Chagrin Valley Little Theatre to Kick Off 95th Season With Annual Murder by the Falls Event
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 10, 2024


Chagrin Valley Little Theatre kicks off its 95th season with the annual Murder by the Falls event on September 6-7, 2024. Learn more and see how to attend!

The Cleveland Orchestra Adds Three Movies To 2024–25 Severance Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 09, 2024


The Cleveland Orchestra has added three movies to its 2024–25 Severance season, featuring live performances of scores from classic films. Learn more about the programming and see how to purchase tickets.

Review: NUNSENSE A MUSICAL COMEDY at Porthouse/Kent State
by Roy Berko - July 08, 2024


Musicals are born from many sources including books, movies, plays and comic strips.  None, however, has a more intriguing past than NUNSENSE, which is now on stage at Kent State’s Porthouse Theatre, on the grounds of the Blossom Center. 

CAPA Announces Single Tickets Now On Sale For 2024 Summer Movie Series
by A.A. Cristi - July 01, 2024


CAPA has announced that single tickets are now available for the 2024 Summer Movie Series, featuring a variety of classic films.

Review: BIG FISH at Cain Park-Alma Theatre
by Roy Berko - June 24, 2024


What did our critic think of BIG FISH at Cain Park-Alma Theatre?

Review: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at Porthouse Theatre - KSU School Of Theatre And Dance
by Roy Berko - June 18, 2024


What did our critic think of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at Porthouse Theatre--KSU School Of Theatre And Dance?

Derek Deane's STRICTLY GERSHWIN to Make Its Cleveland Premiere in October at Playhouse Square
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 17, 2024


Derek Deane’s Strictly Gershwin will make its Cleveland debut at Playhouse Square this fall. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL at Key Bank State-Cleveland
by Roy Berko - June 16, 2024


What did our critic think of BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL at Key Bank State-Cleveland?

Review: A DOLL'S HOUSE: PART II at Beck Center
by Roy Berko - June 11, 2024


Western culture was struck by numerous changes in the late twentieth century.  Many monarchs fell, Socialism, Communism and Democracy made in-roads, the social sciences developed the concepts of psychology and sociology, the industrial revolution changed manufacturing, and the way the middle class would live was drastically altered. 

Beck Center For The Arts to Present BEAUTIFUL, THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL
by A.A. Cristi - June 10, 2024


Experience the inspiring journey of Carole King in BEAUTIFUL, featuring her rise to stardom and the creation of timeless hits. Join us for a musical celebration of her life and legacy at Beck Center.

Hector Acosta 'El Torito' & More to Headline 2024 Festival Latino
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 10, 2024


CAPA revealed the lineup of international artists that will headline Festival Latino 2024. See who is performing and learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM SPELLING BEE at Cain Park Alma Theater
by Roy Berko - June 07, 2024


 It is only appropriate, since the National Spelling Bee wound down last week, that Cain Park, the Cleveland Heights outdoor entertainment venue, has mounted THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE.

THE VERY LONELY DINOSAUR Comes to CPH Family Theatre
by Stephi Wild - June 07, 2024


Cleveland Play House will present the World Premiere of The Very Lonely Dinosaur as the third production in the CPH Family Theatre Program.

Tickets Now On Sale For BORDERLIGHT THEATRE FESTIVAL
by A.A. Cristi - June 06, 2024


Tickets to BorderLight Theatre Festival—taking place July 24-27, 2024 across 20 stages in the Playhouse Square District—are now on sale.


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