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Maestro: Leonard Bernstein

July 17 - August 4, Allen Theatre

Conductor, composer, pianist, author, teacher, librettist, television star...for Leonard Bernstein, boundaries simply did not exist. Take an extraordinary journey through the life and career of this musical icon who broke through every artistic ceiling possible to become... more

Woody Sez

The Life & Music of Woody Guthrie

September 13 - October 6, Allen Theatre

Acclaimed in England and throughout the U.S., Woody Sez is a joyous, toe-tapping, and moving theatrical event that uses Woody Guthrie’s words and over 25 of his legendary songs to transport the audience into Woody’s fascinating life. Four versatile actor/musicians play 15 instruments... more

Venus in Fur

November 1 - November 24, Second Stage - Thrust Configuration

With a crash of thunder, Vanda, an arresting actress, arrives hours late to audition for playwright Thomas as the lead in his adaptation of an infamous 19th century novel Venus in Fur. But the traditional power dynamic of an audition... more

A Christmas Story

November 29 - December 22, Allen Theatre

SPECIAL NON-SUBSCRIPTION HOLIDAY ENGAGEMENT!In honor of the 30th anniversary of the beloved film, we bring back one of the most popular shows in Cleveland Play House history in a sparkling new production. The holiday dreams of nine-year-old Ralphie Parker come to life again... more

Yentl

January 10 - February 2, Allen Theatre

At the turn of the 20th century a young woman defies the laws of her people to fulfill her dream of studying the Torah. Disguised as a young man named Anshel, she becomes a brilliant student, a model for other ... more

Breath and Imagination

February 14 - March 9, Allen Theatre

Before the inspiring voices of Marian Anderson and Paul Robeson, there was a tenor named Roland Hayes. Born the son of a slave, he was destined to become the first great African-American classical vocalist. This tale of faith, hope, and... more

Clybourne Park

March 21 - April 13, Allen Theatre

At the end of the classic play A Raisin in the Sun, the Younger family purchases a home in an all-white Chicago suburb. That incident is the seed for this “ferociously smart” and “pulverizingly funny” satire. Set in 1959, Act... more

Informed Consent

April 23 - May 18, Second Stage - Thrust Configuration

With genomic breakthroughs happening at breakneck speed, we can learn more about what our futures may hold than ever before. But how much should we know? And who gets to decide? Inspired by a recent court case, Informed Consent takes us into the... more