Upcoming Sign-Interpreted Performances

Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act ensures that events open to the public, such as any performance at a "theater, concert hall, stadium, or other place of exhibition or entertainment" will provide equal access for all participants, including Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing, and Deaf-Blind individuals. When requested, this includes the provision of qualified sign language interpreters to facilitate effective communication between people whose primary method of communication is sign language and those whose primary method of communication is speech. (https://www.ada.gov).

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A 2025 Playhouse Square Children's Theater Series production

Inspired by Margaret Wise Brown's classic
GOODNIGHT MOON & THE RUNAWAY BUNNY

2024-25 US & Canada Tour PRODUCED BY MERMAID THEATRE OF NOVA SCOTIA

At the Mimi Ohio Theatre
in Cleveland's Playhouse Square
1511 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44115

Wednesday January 22, 2025 at 10:00 AM
(special performance just for schools**) 

Saturday January 25, 2025 at 11:00 AM
(special matinée performance open to the public) 

Sunday January 26, 2025 at 11:30 AM
(special sensory-friendly performance)

Performing Interpreters
Erin LaFountain & Christine Anastasia Mason

Tickets for the Saturday public performance will be available for purchase starting September 23,
by going to Playhouse Square's Goodnight Moon Runaway Bunny page, and select seats on the RIGHT side of the theater for the January 25th interpreted performance.

**To book a school field trip To request a field trip, please complete the online 2024-2025 School Field Trip Order Form by clicking the “Register” button on this page. Registrations and order by phone are not accepted, but we are happy to answer your questions. For assistance in choosing the best shows for your class, please contact the Education Hotline at 216-348-7909 or schoolprograms@playhousesquare.o

Cleveland Metropolitan School District teachers: Thanks to a generous donation from the KeyBank Foundation, a limited number of free and reduced-cost tickets are available for CMSD schools and approved partnered schools (view eligibility list). Contact us at 216-348-7909 or schoolprograms@playhousesquare.org for ordering instructions.

A logo showing two hands representing the ASL sign for "interpret" indicates that this performance provides ASL interpretation

A 2025 Playhouse Square Children's Theater Series production

Christopher Parks, Rahsheem Shabazz, & Ron Lee McGill's
GRIMMZ FAIRY TALES

Wednesday February 5, 2025 at 10:00 AM
(special performance just for schools**) 

Jay & Will Grimmz, the hip-hop, fable, dance sensations, have come back to the city where they grew up.

At the Mimi Ohio Theatre
in Cleveland's Playhouse Square
1511 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44115

Performing Interpreters
Erin LaFountain & Karen Schiller

**To book a school field trip To request a field trip, please complete the online 2024-2025 School Field Trip Order Form by clicking the “Register” button on this page. Registrations and order by phone are not accepted, but we are happy to answer your questions. For assistance in choosing the best shows for your class, please contact the Education Hotline at 216-348-7909 or schoolprograms@playhousesquare.org.

Cleveland Metropolitan School District teachers: Thanks to a generous donation from the KeyBank Foundation, a limited number of free and reduced-cost tickets are available for CMSD schools and approved partnered schools (view eligibility list). Contact us at 216-348-7909 or schoolprograms@playhousesquare.org for ordering instructions.

A logo showing two hands representing the ASL sign for "interpret" indicates that this performance provides ASL interpretation

The 2025 Mighty Goliath Productions presents
Frank Baum's The Wizard of Oz

February 8, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Mighty Goliath Productions follows the yellow brick road as we travel to see “The Wizard of Oz.”
Keep your eyes on our website for more information to come!

Performing interpreters
Doug Braun & Colleen Ticherich

For more information:
Mighty Goliath Productions (MGP) has been supporting the arts in Avon Lake since 1959. In order to produce high quality shows and continue support of the performing arts programs in Avon Lake Schools, they rely on sponsors.  See their website for more information!

A logo showing two hands representing the ASL sign for "interpret" indicates that this performance provides ASL interpretation

A 2025 Production at Playhouse Square
Alfred Uhry's Parade

Saturday February 15, 2025 at 1:30 PM

Tony Award winner: Best Musical Revival

Staged at the Connor Palace in Cleveland's Playhouse Square
1615 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio. 44115

Performing interpreters
Rachel Hollander & Karen Schiller

To request seats, please contact Anthony in Guest Services by calling 216-640-8871 

A logo showing two hands representing the ASL sign for "interpret" indicates that this performance provides ASL interpretation

The Cleveland Play House 2025 production of

James IJames's  Fat Ham

Friday February 21, 2025 at 7:30 PM

Shakespeare’s Hamlet has been invited to the backyard barbeque!  Get ready for a slab of smokin’ revenge...

On the stage of the Allen Theatre
in Cleveland's Playhouse Square Arts District
1407 Euclid Avenue Cleveland, Ohio 44115

Performing Interpreters
Doug Braun & TBD

To purchase tickets for "Fat Ham", go to the Fat Ham webpage click "purchase tickets" and scroll down to select the February 21 performance. If you have questions, please email boxoffice@clevelandplayhouse.com.

A logo showing two hands representing the ASL sign for "interpret" indicates that this performance provides ASL interpretation

A 2025 Playhouse Square Children's Theater Series production

Jason Reynold's
LOOK BOTH WAYS: A Tale Told in Ten Blocks

Thursday February 26, 2025 at 10:00 AM
(special performance just for schools**) 

Take a step in a new direction.

At the Mimi Ohio Theatre
in Cleveland's Playhouse Square
1511 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44115

Performing Interpreters
Erin LaFountain & Clarice Craig- Mavec

**To book a school field trip To request a field trip, please complete the online 2024-2025 School Field Trip Order Form by clicking the “Register” button on this page. Registrations and order by phone are not accepted, but we are happy to answer your questions. For assistance in choosing the best shows for your class, please contact the Education Hotline at 216-348-7909 or schoolprograms@playhousesquare.org.

Cleveland Metropolitan School District teachers: Thanks to a generous donation from the KeyBank Foundation, a limited number of free and reduced-cost tickets are available for CMSD schools and approved partnered schools (view eligibility list). Contact us at 216-348-7909 or schoolprograms@playhousesquare.org for ordering instructions.

A logo showing two hands representing the ASL sign for "interpret" indicates that this performance provides ASL interpretation

The Cleveland State University Department of Theatre & Dance 2025 production of

Jackie Sibblies Drury's
Fairview

Thursday February 27, 2025 at 7:30 PM

The play follows a middle class African-American family as they prepare for a special birthday dinner.


On the stage of the Helen Theatre

in Cleveland's Playhouse Square Arts District

1501 Dodge Court Cleveland, Ohio 44114 

Performing Interpreters
TBD

To purchase tickets for "Fairview" at a reduced price of only $5, use the discount code ASL

A logo showing two hands representing the ASL sign for "interpret" indicates that this performance provides ASL interpretation

The 2025 Great Lakes Theater production of
Rick Elice's
Peter and the Starcatcher
Sunday March 2, 2025 at 3:00 PM

The Playful Peter Pan Prequel

On the Parker Hannifin Stage at the Hanna Theatre
in Downtown Cleveland's Playhouse Square
2067 E. 14th Street, Cleveland, Ohio 44115

Performing Interpreters
Erin LaFountain, Ari Zimcosky, & Colleen Ticherich

*To request tickets at a special discounted price for Deaf audience members:
Contact Kelly Schaffer Florian by email (KFlorian@greatlakestheater.org) or by phone (216-453-4443)

A logo showing two hands representing the ASL sign for "interpret" indicates that this performance provides ASL interpretation

A 2025 Playhouse Square Children's Theater Series production

Adapted from Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler's
The Gruffalo's Child

Follow the Gruffalo’s Child on her adventurous mission in this adaptation of the much-loved picture book.

At the Mimi Ohio Theatre
in Cleveland's Playhouse Square
1511 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44115

Wednesday March 5, 2025 at 10:00 AM
(special performance just for schools**) 

Saturday March 8, 2025 at 11:00 AM
(special matinée performance open to the public) 

Sunday March 9, 2025 at 11:30 AM
(special sensory-friendly performance)

Performing Interpreters
Erin LaFountain & Karen Schiller

**To book a school field trip To request a field trip, please complete the online 2024-2025 School Field Trip Order Form by clicking the “Register” button on this page. Registrations and order by phone are not accepted, but we are happy to answer your questions. For assistance in choosing the best shows for your class, please contact the Education Hotline at 216-348-7909 or schoolprograms@playhousesquare.org.

Cleveland Metropolitan School District teachers: Thanks to a generous donation from the KeyBank Foundation, a limited number of free and reduced-cost tickets are available for CMSD schools and approved partnered schools (view eligibility list). Contact us at 216-348-7909 or schoolprograms@playhousesquare.org for ordering instructions.

A logo showing two hands representing the ASL sign for "interpret" indicates that this performance provides ASL interpretation

A 2025 Production at Playhouse Square
David West Read's
& Juliet
Saturday March 15, 2025 at 1:30 PM 

THERE'S LIFE AFTER ROMEO

Staged at the Connor Palace in Cleveland's Playhouse Square
1615 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio. 44115

Performing interpreters
Ariana Zimcosky & Colleen Ticherich

To request seats, please contact Anthony in Guest Services by calling 216-640-8871 

A logo showing two hands representing the ASL sign for "interpret" indicates that this performance provides ASL interpretation

The Cleveland Play House 2025 production of

Rajiv Joseph's  King James

Friday March 21, 2025 at 7:30 PM

In the world of basketball, LeBron James is the king.  But to die-hard Clevelanders, “King James” is a god.

On the stage of the Allen Theatre
in Cleveland's Playhouse Square Arts District
1407 Euclid Avenue Cleveland, Ohio 44115

Performing Interpreters
Erin LaFountain & Vince Reddy

To purchase tickets for "King James", go to the King James webpage and scroll down to select the March 21 performance to click "buy tickets. If you have questions, please email boxoffice@clevelandplayhouse.com.

A logo showing two hands representing the ASL sign for "interpret" indicates that this performance provides ASL interpretation

The 2025 Great Lakes Theater production of
William Shakespeare's
Twelfth Night
Sunday April 6, 2025 at 3:00 PM

Shakespeare’s Delightful Romantic Comedy

On the Parker Hannifin Stage at the Hanna Theatre
in Downtown Cleveland's Playhouse Square
2067 E. 14th Street, Cleveland, Ohio 44115

Performing Interpreters
Erin LaFountain, Christine Anastasia Mason, & TBD

*To request tickets at a special discounted price for Deaf audience members:
Contact Kelly Schaffer Florian by email (KFlorian@greatlakestheater.org) or by phone (216-453-4443)

A logo showing two hands representing the ASL sign for "interpret" indicates that this performance provides ASL interpretation

A 2025 Playhouse Square Children's Theater Series production

Mo Willem's
Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!  The Musical!

Whatever you do, don't let the Pigeon star in his own musical production!

At the Mimi Ohio Theatre
in Cleveland's Playhouse Square
1511 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44115

Wednesday April 9, 2025 at 10:00 AM
(special performance just for schools**) 

Saturday April 12, 2025 at 11:00 AM
(special matinée performance open to the public)

Performing Interpreters
Erin LaFountain & Karen Schiller

**To book a school field trip To request a field trip, please complete the online 2024-2025 School Field Trip Order Form by clicking the “Register” button on this page. Registrations and order by phone are not accepted, but we are happy to answer your questions. For assistance in choosing the best shows for your class, please contact the Education Hotline at 216-348-7909 or schoolprograms@playhousesquare.org.

Cleveland Metropolitan School District teachers: Thanks to a generous donation from the KeyBank Foundation, a limited number of free and reduced-cost tickets are available for CMSD schools and approved partnered schools (view eligibility list). Contact us at 216-348-7909 or schoolprograms@playhousesquare.org for ordering instructions.

A logo showing two hands representing the ASL sign for "interpret" indicates that this performance provides ASL interpretation

A 2025 Production at Playhouse Square
Larissa FastHorse's new adaptation of
Peter Pan
Saturday April 12, 2025 at 1:30 PM

This high-flying musical has been thrilling audiences of all ages for close to 70 years

Staged at the Connor Palace in Cleveland's Playhouse Square
1615 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio. 44115

Performing interpreters
Rachel Hollander & Colleen Ticherich

To request seats, please contact Anthony in Guest Services by calling 216-640-8871 

A logo showing two hands representing the ASL sign for "interpret" indicates that this performance provides ASL interpretation

The 2025 Fine Arts Association Production of
Disney's Newsies

Sunday April 13 at 2:00 PM
The rousing tale of newsboy Jack Kelly and his band of teenaged “newsies” in turn-of-the century NYC

Staged on The Corning Auditorium stage at the Fine Arts Association
38660 Mentor Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio  44094

Performing interpreters
Erin LaFountain, Merry Beth Pietila, Christine Anastasia Mason, & Colleen Ticherich

To purchase tickets:
Call customer service (440-951-7500) and ask for seats where you can view the interpretation.

A logo showing two hands representing the ASL sign for "interpret" indicates that this performance provides ASL interpretation

A 2025 Playhouse Square Children's Theater Series production

From Moses Goods and the Honolulu Theatre for Youth Ensemble
The Pa'akai We Bring
This original production introduces audiences to the Native Hawaiian relationships with pa'akai (salt).

At the Westfield Studio Theatre
in Cleveland's Playhouse Square
1375 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44103

Wednesday April 30, 2025 at 11:00 AM
(special performance just for schools**) 

Saturday May 3, 2025 at 11:00 AM
(special matinée performance open to the public)

Performing Interpreters
Karen Schiller & TBD

**To book a school field trip To request a field trip, please complete the online 2024-2025 School Field Trip Order Form by clicking the “Register” button on this page. Registrations and order by phone are not accepted, but we are happy to answer your questions. For assistance in choosing the best shows for your class, please contact the Education Hotline at 216-348-7909 or schoolprograms@playhousesquare.org.

Cleveland Metropolitan School District teachers: Thanks to a generous donation from the KeyBank Foundation, a limited number of free and reduced-cost tickets are available for CMSD schools and approved partnered schools (view eligibility list). Contact us at 216-348-7909 or schoolprograms@playhousesquare.org for ordering instructions.

A logo showing two hands representing the ASL sign for "interpret" indicates that this performance provides ASL interpretation

A 2025 Playhouse Square Children's Theater Series production

Bill Blagg's
The Magic of Bill Blagg LIVE!

Experience the impossible with The Magic of Bill Blagg LIVE!  

At the KeyBank State Theatre
in Cleveland's Playhouse Square
1519 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44115

Friday May 2, 2025 at 10:00 AM
(special performance just for schools**) 

Saturday May 3, 2025 at 11:00 AM
(special matinée performance open to the public)

Performing Interpreters
Betty Bridgewater & TBD

**To book a school field trip To request a field trip, please complete the online 2024-2025 School Field Trip Order Form by clicking the “Register” button on this page. Registrations and order by phone are not accepted, but we are happy to answer your questions. For assistance in choosing the best shows for your class, please contact the Education Hotline at 216-348-7909 or schoolprograms@playhousesquare.org.

Cleveland Metropolitan School District teachers: Thanks to a generous donation from the KeyBank Foundation, a limited number of free and reduced-cost tickets are available for CMSD schools and approved partnered schools (view eligibility list). Contact us at 216-348-7909 or schoolprograms@playhousesquare.org for ordering instructions.

A logo showing two hands representing the ASL sign for "interpret" indicates that this performance provides ASL interpretation

A 2025 Production at Playhouse Square
Brandy Clark and Shane McAnally's
Shucked
Saturday May 3, 2025 at 1:30 PM 

A NEW MUSICAL COMEDY

Staged at the Connor Palace in Cleveland's Playhouse Square
1615 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio. 44115

Performing interpreters
Erin LaFountain & Colleen Ticherich

To request seats, please contact Anthony in Guest Services by calling 216-640-8871 

A logo showing two hands representing the ASL sign for "interpret" indicates that this performance provides ASL interpretation

The 2025 Great Lakes Theater production of
Michael Frayn's
Noises Off
Sunday May 18, 2025 at 3:00 PM

The Uproarious Backstage Farce

On the Parker Hannifin Stage at the Hanna Theatre
in Downtown Cleveland's Playhouse Square
2067 E. 14th Street, Cleveland, Ohio 44115

Performing Interpreters
Ariana Zimcosky, Rachel Hollander, & Karen Schiller

*To request tickets at a special discounted price for Deaf audience members:
Contact Kelly Schaffer Florian by email (KFlorian@greatlakestheater.org) or by phone (216-453-4443)

A logo showing two hands representing the ASL sign for "interpret" indicates that this performance provides ASL interpretation

The 2025 Talespinner Children's Theatre production of

A world premiere by Samantha Lark Cocco
Ista and Her Garden

Sunday May 25, 2024 at 3:00 PM
The story of the native plants and flowers of Cuyahoga Valley National Park


Staged within Northeast Ohio's eclectic arts maze at 78th Street Studios

1300 West 78th Street | Cleveland, Ohio 44102

Performing interpreters
Erin LaFountain, Colleen Ticherich, & TBD

Click here to reserve your seats for either of the May performances!  
**Seating is general admission in an intimate, friendly space.  So come early and choose your preferred seats to enjoy the interpreted performance.  

A logo showing two hands representing the ASL sign for "interpret" indicates that this performance provides ASL interpretation

The 2025 Fine Arts Association Production of
Jimmy Buffet's
Escape to Margaritaville

Sunday June 22, 2025 at 2:00 PM
A musical comedy featuring the most-loved Jimmy Buffett classics

Staged on The Corning Auditorium stage at the Fine Arts Association
38660 Mentor Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio  44094

Performing interpreters
Erin LaFountain, Merry Beth Pietila, Vince Reddy, & Christine Anastasia Mason

To purchase tickets:
Call customer service (440-951-7500) and ask for seats where you can view the interpretation.

A logo showing two hands representing the ASL sign for "interpret" indicates that this performance provides ASL interpretation

The 2025 Talespinner Children's Theatre production of

Jose Casas's
Desvelado
Sunday July 20, 2025 at 3:00 PM

A 25-minute interactive trilingual experience for children ages 0-5, celebrating English, Spanish, & ASL
Staged in the heart of the Gordon Square Arts District
on the upstairs stage at Cleveland Public Theater
6415 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH 44102

Performing Interpreters
Betty Bridgewater & TBD

Click here to reserve your seats for either of the July performances!  
**Seating is general admission in an intimate, friendly space.  So come early and choose your preferred seats to enjoy the interpreted performance.  

A logo showing two hands representing the ASL sign for "interpret" indicates that this performance provides ASL interpretation

A 2025 Production at Playhouse Square
David Lindsay-Abaire's
Kimberly Akimbo
Saturday July 26, 2025 at 1:30 PM 

WINNER FIVE TONY AWARDS INCLUDING BEST MUSICAL

Staged at the Connor Palace in Cleveland's Playhouse Square
1615 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio. 44115

Performing interpreters
Erin LaFountain & Doug Braunn

To request seats, please contact Anthony in Guest Services by calling 216-640-8871 

... Ready for MORE sign-interpreted performances? 

On Labor Day, we'll unveil the exciting new season of performances for 2024-25!
Check back often, 'cause we always pick up new shows!  See you at the theater!