Review: THE WHO'S TOMMY THE MUSICAL at Connor Palace
Hit songs, exciting choreography, and marvelous performances make this rockin’ revival one worth experiencing. …
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Review: THE BODYGUARD National Tour at The Stranahan Theater
The Queen of the Night dazzles Toledo in this exciting production launch.…
Review: BLACK BY NATURE at Cascade Valley Metro Park
In an unusual opening to DanceCleveland’s 70th Anniversary Season, the organization took to the outdoors at Akron’s Cascade Valley Metro Park over the past two weekends for the world premiere of dancer-choreographer Dominic Moore-Dunson’s site-specific dance-theater piece, Black by Nature. …
Review: BRIGADOON at Porthouse/Kent State University
In order to create authentic dances for Pothouse’s BRIGADOON, if social media pictures can be trusted, during rehearsals Martin Céspedes, the shows choreographer, wore a kilt. The results are the captivating visual movements that light up the stage.…
Review: MEAN GIRLS at BECK CENTER
Tina Fay’s MEAN GIRLS, with the right level of farce can be a delightful experience. Beck’s staging, inspite of a talented cast, was pleasant. It could have been great with the right concept. Go?, Of course! Most audience members, as displayed by the standing ovation at the end of the…
Review: SIDE SHOW IN CONCERT at Porthouse Theatre
Another exposure as Cleveland Heights’s Cain Park outstanding production directed by Victoria Bussert the present Director of Oberlin College’s Musical Theater program, which featured Gregg Violand, who will be featured, later this season, in Porthouse’s BRIGADOON.…
Review: MONET TO MATISSE: DEFYING TRADITION at Art Gallery Of South Australia
An experience that may possibly require more than one visit.…
Review: GREASE at PORTHOUSE/Kent State University
GREASE, Porthouse-style, is a nostalgic reminder of the era of mid-1900’s and left those of a certain-age satisfied and maybe those of the Information Age/Digital Age asking “what was the attitude, grease and angst” all about. …
Review: MEAN GIRLS at Akron Civic Theater
Young performers overcame weather and sound issues to bring the vibrant, musical retelling of the 2004 film Mean Girls to the vintage, nostalgic Akron Civic Theater.…
Review: A BEAUTIFUL NOISE NATIONAL TOUR at Stranahan Theatre
The national tour of A Beautiful Noise rocks into town this week, bringing enough sequins to light up all of Toledo. As the final engagement of Broadway in Toledo’s 2025–2026 season, this musical offers a closer look at the life of Neil Diamond while delivering a thoroughly entertaining evening …
Past Shows
54 total · showing 11–20
Test Flight 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 a structured support system, equipping artists with the tools needed to navigate their creative...
Soft Launch
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 environment, it features a variety of performances from intimate shows to installations that challenge...
The Light of Kinara: A Kwanzaa Celebration
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 Theatre. This performance explores the themes of unity, heritage, and community through spoken word, music, and dance...
Tease the Season: A Burlesque Holiday Spectacular
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 and produced by Bella Sin, this vibrant show features an ensemble of burlesque performers, drag...
The Black Rose Experience
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, blending powerful music with a cinematic narrative that explores themes of rebellion and revelation amid a fallen...
The Elephant in the Room
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 and software engineer-turned-actor navigating life as an immigrant in Trump's America. This witty production explores the challenges...
The Outstretched Hand
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 while maintaining ties, Sami journeys abroad to explore his roots, and Hassan struggles with the pressures of...
not-for-profit (or the equity, diversity and inclusion play)
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, RiseUp. The play features a diverse cast of characters, including interim CEO Lisa grappling with an...
Día De Muertos
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 event honors the memory of loved ones who have passed and is a cherished tradition across Mexico and Latin America. Families are...
Rusted Heart Broadcast
Gordon Square Theatre: - Ensemble , Raymond Bobgan; dir: Raymond Bobgan.
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A Puertas Abiertas LatinUs Theater Company (10/23-11/08) |
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Disney's Frozen Renaissance Theatre (11/21-11/29) |
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The Wizard of Oz Cassidy Theatre (10/06-10/25) |
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ANNIE Weathervane Playhouse, Akron (11/27-12/20) |
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Urinetown Beck Center for the Arts (4/30-5/09) |
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A Christmas Carol Great Lakes Theater (11/27-12/20) |
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Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ Ohio Star Theater (5/25-10/23) |
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Dinner Detective Cleveland Hilton Garden Inn Cleveland Downtown (10/31-10/31) |
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Dinner Detective Cleveland Hilton Garden Inn Cleveland Downtown (12/12-12/12) |
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Late, Late At Night (The Rick Springfield Story) Music Box Supper Club Concert Hall (11/22-11/22) |
