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Review: MARTHA GRAHAM DANCE COMPANY - GRAHAM 100 at Playhouse Square's KeyBank State Theatre


by Steve Sucato - February 04, 2026

What did our critic think of MARTHA GRAHAM DANCE COMPANY - GRAHAM 100 at KeyBank State Theatre At Playhouse Square?...

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.   ...

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!”  ...

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). ...

Past Shows

TEST FLIGHT 2026
Jan 29 – Feb 14, 2026

Cleveland Public Theatre presents Test Flight 2026, celebrating ten years of supporting local playwrights. Running from January 29 to February 14, the program features workshop...

SoftLaunch
Jan 15 – Jan 17, 2026

Cleveland Public Theatre presents its immersive artistic development series, SoftLaunch, from January 15 to 17, 2026. This festival features over 20 experimental performances and art...

Hallowed Owls
Oct 2 – Oct 12, 2025

Cleveland Public Theatre presents Hallowed Owls, an interactive installation that transports audiences into the mysterious realm of owls through storytelling, poetry, instrumentals, voice, and dance....

DanceWorks 25
Apr 17 – May 17, 2025

DanceWorks 25 showcases the innovative talent of Northeast Ohio's contemporary dance companies at Cleveland Public Theatre. From April 17 to May 17, 2025, audiences can...

Roots Through Ruin
Apr 10 – Apr 13, 2025

Roots Through Ruin, presented by the Y-Haven Theatre Project and Cleveland Public Theatre, explores the journey of individuals confronting their pasts as they navigate the...

The Body Play
Mar 27 – Apr 12, 2025

The Body Play, written by Madison Wetzell and directed by Paige Conway, is a world premiere that humorously explores the complexities of chronic illness, ineffective...

Teatro Público de Cleveland
Mar 20 – Apr 5, 2025

Teatro Público de Cleveland will be showcasing a production from March 20 to April 5, 2025, at the Cleveland Public Theatre. This collective of Latino...

Showin’ Up Black
Feb 20 – Mar 8, 2025

Showin’ Up Black returns after a successful run in TestFlight 2023, presenting the story of the Hopegoodes, an affluent African American family preparing for their...

Test Flight 2025
Feb 6 – Mar 8, 2025

Test Flight 2025 offers a unique platform for both emerging and established playwrights to showcase their original works-in-progress over a multi-week series. This initiative provides...

Soft Launch
Jan 23 – Jan 26, 2025

Soft Launch is an innovative event at Cleveland Public Theatre designed to advance new play development through a conference-like format. Engaging audiences in an interactive...

The Light of Kinara: A Kwanzaa Celebration
Dec 19 – Dec 22, 2024

The Light of Kinara: A Kwanzaa Celebration, presented by the Djapo Cultural Institute, runs from December 19 to December 22, 2024, at the Cleveland Public...

Tease the Season: A Burlesque Holiday Spectacular
Dec 12 – Dec 15, 2024

Tease the Season: A Burlesque Holiday Spectacular returns to Cleveland Public Theatre for a delightful adults-only celebration from December 12 to December 15, 2024. Conceived...

The Black Rose Experience
Dec 5 – Dec 8, 2024

The Black Rose Experience is a multi-media theatrical rock event presented by Church of Starry Wisdom. This production immerses the audience in a dystopian America,...

The Elephant in the Room
Nov 14 – Nov 17, 2024

The Elephant in the Room is a dark comedy written by and featuring Priyanka Shetty. The story centers on the experiences of an Indian metalhead...

The Outstretched Hand
Nov 7 – Nov 10, 2024

The Outstretched Hand dives into the lives of three young adults navigating their identities and connections to their heritage. Mira seeks independence from her family...

not-for-profit (or the equity, diversity and inclusion play)
Oct 24 – Nov 9, 2024

not-for-profit (or the equity, diversity and inclusion play) is a new comedy by francisa da silveira that explores the dynamics within the fictional education nonprofit,...

Día De Muertos
Nov 2

Día De Muertos is a vibrant cultural celebration presented by Cleveland Public Theatre and Día de Muertos Ohio, taking place on November 2, 2024. This...

Rusted Heart Broadcast
May 23 – Jun 8, 2013

Gordon Square Theatre: - Ensemble , Raymond Bobgan; dir: Raymond Bobgan....

There Is a Happiness That Morning Is
May 9 – May 25, 2013

James Levin Theatre: - Mickle Maher; dir: Beth Wood....

Tender Napalm
May 2 – May 18, 2013

Storefront Studio: - Philip Ridley; dir: Denise Astorino, 2012-13 Joan Yellen Horvitz Directing Fellow....

DanceWorks '13
Mar 21 – Apr 20, 2013

James Levin Theatre: -...

struck
Mar 21 – Apr 6, 2013

Gordon Square Theatre: - Brett Keyser, Tannis Kowalchuk, Ker Wells; dir: Ker Wells....

The Jeremy and Nick Show
Mar 21 – Apr 6, 2013

Storefront Studio: - Jeremy Paul, Nick Riley; dir: Jeremy Paul....

Big Box
Jan 17 – Mar 9, 2013

James Levin Theatre: - Northeast Ohio Artists ; dir: Northeast Ohio Artists ....

Earth Plays (Part Two of the Elements Cycle)
Feb 21 – Mar 9, 2013

Gordon Square Theatre: - Various CPT Artists ; dir: Various CPT Artists ....

Water Ways (Part One of the Elements Cycle)
Jan 24 – Feb 4, 2013

Gordon Square Theatre: - CPT Artists , Oberlin College and Conservatory Faculty , Oberlin College and Conservatory Students ; dir: Raymond Bobgan....

Akarui
May 24 – Jun 9, 2012
Thirteen Most American Dreams
May 17 – Jun 2, 2012
DanceWorks '12
Apr 19 – May 26, 2012
Not the Flying Stupendas
Apr 19 – May 5, 2012
Iphigenia 2.0
Apr 12 – Apr 28, 2012
Rusted Heart Broadcast
Mar 29 – Mar 31, 2012

Gordon Square Theatre: - Ensemble , Raymond Bobgan; dir: Raymond Bobgan....

Lulu Project
Mar 8 – Mar 24, 2012
Darwinii: The Comeuppance of Man
Mar 1 – Mar 17, 2012

Glen Berger....

Antebellum
Feb 23 – Mar 10, 2012
NEOMFA Playwriting Festival
Feb 22 – Feb 25, 2012
Big [BOX]
Jan 5 – Feb 18, 2012
At-TEN-tion Span
Jan 19 – Feb 4, 2012
YA MAMA!
Nov 3 – Nov 12, 2011
Leap/Conceive
Nov 3 – Nov 5, 2011
Monster Play
Oct 13 – Oct 29, 2011
Royal Anne's Preserve
Oct 6 – Oct 29, 2011
Springboard
Oct 6 – Oct 23, 2011

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