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).
Fall 2025 Heights Arts presents
Heights poets performing in
Ekphrastacy: "Members Show"
& Spotlight: Felice Dahlhausen
Thursday September 18, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Join our new Heights Poet Laureate, Michelle R. Smith, along with guest poets for an evening of poetry
Offered from the heart of the Cleveland Heights Arts Community
in the Heights Arts gallery featuring Spotlight Exhibition: Felice Dahlhausen
2175 Lee Road, Cleveland Heights, OH 44118
Performing Interpreter
Erin LaFountain
Ticket price is FREE, but it's a popular event --so reserve your seat by getting your tickets-- here!
**Seating is general admission in an intimate, friendly space. So come early and choose your preferred seats to enjoy the interpreted performance.
The 2025 Broadway Production at Playhouse Square
A Musical based on Nicholas Sparks's best-selling novel
The Notebook
Saturday September 20, 2025 at 1:30 PM
The story of Allie and Noah, who share a lifetime of love despite the forces that threaten to pull them apart.
Staged at the Connor Palace in Cleveland's Playhouse Square
1615 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio. 44115
Performing Interpreters
Colleen Ticherich & Christine Anastasia Mason
To request seats, please contact Anthony in Guest Services by calling 216-640-8871
The Cleveland Play House 2025 production of
Thornton Wilder's
Our Town
Friday September 26, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Join us for a magical new staging of Thornton Wilder’s Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece!
On the stage of the Allen Theatre
in Cleveland's Playhouse Square Arts District
1407 Euclid Avenue Cleveland, Ohio 44115
Performing Interpreters
Karen Schiller, Colleen Ticherich, & Erin LaFountain
To purchase tickets for Our Town, go to the Our Town webpage click "purchase tickets" and scroll down to select the September 26 performance to buy your tickets. For any questions, please email boxoffice@clevelandplayhouse.com
The Fine Arts Association 2025 production of
Steve Cuden & Frank Wildhorn's concept for the stage
Jekyll & Hyde: The Musical
Sunday October 12, 2025 at 2:00 PM
The epic struggle between good and evil comes to life on stage in the musical phenomenon, Jekyll & Hyde.
Staged in The Corning Auditorium at the Fine Arts Association
38660 Mentor Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094
Performing interpreters
Erin LaFountain, Doug Braun, Christine Anastasia Mason, & Scott Merk
To purchase tickets:
Call customer service (440-951-7500) and ask for seats that provide a good view of the interpretation.
Great Lakes Theater's 2025 production of
Stephen Sondheim's
Sunday in the Park with George
Sunday October 12, 2025 at 3:00 PM
A dazzling masterpiece that paints a compelling tale of art, love and legacy.
On the Parker Hannifin Stage at the Hanna Theatre
In Downtown Cleveland's Playhouse Square
2067 E. 14th Street, Cleveland, Ohio 44115
Performing Interpreters
Colleen Ticherich, Rachel Hollander, & Vince Reddy
*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 2025 Playhouse Square Children's Theater Series production
Inspired by Marshall Pailet's beloved book
The Magic School Bus: Lost in the Solar System
When the class gets lost on the way to the planetarium, Ms. Frizzle saves the day!
At the Mimi Ohio Theatre
in Cleveland's Playhouse Square
1511 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44115
Wednesday October 15, 2025 at 10:00 AM
(special performance just for schools**)
Performing Interpreters
Erin LaFountain & Karen Schiller
Saturday October 18, 2025 at 11:00 AM
(special matinée performance open to the public)
Performing Interpreters
Erin LaFountain & Doug Braun
Tickets for the Saturday public performance will be available for purchase starting September 10,
by going to Playhouse Square's Magic School Bus page, and select seats on the RIGHT side of the theater for the October 18th interpreted performance.
**To book a school field trip To request a field trip, please complete the online 2025-2026 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 remaining availability and ordering procedures.
A 2025 Production at Playhouse Square
The award-winning Broadway Hit Musical from Alicia Keys
Hell's Kitchen
Saturday October 18, 2025 at 1:30 PM
17-time Grammy® Award winning Alicia Keys, takes you on the journey of Ali, a 17-year-old girl full of fire
At the KeyBank State Theatre
in Cleveland's Playhouse Square
1519 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44115
Performing Interpreters
Colleen Ticherich & Peter Parsons
To request seats, please contact Guest Services by calling 216-640-8871
A 2025 Playhouse Square Children's Theater Series production
Rhythm of the Arts presents
Sugar Skull: A Día de Muertos Musical Adventure
Vita finds herself on a magical, musical journey to unravel the true meaning of Día de Muertos.
At the Mimi Ohio Theatre
in Cleveland's Playhouse Square
1511 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44115
Wednesday October 29, 2025 at 10:00 AM
(special performance just for schools**)
This Student Matinée Performance is part of the Playhouse Square Education Department Social Justice Series.
Saturday November 1, 2025 at 11:00 AM
(special matinée performance open to the public)
Performing Interpreters
Erin LaFountain & Betty Bridgewater
Tickets for the Saturday public performance will be available for purchase starting September 10,
by going to Playhouse Square's Sugar Skull page, and request seats on the RIGHT side of the theater for the November 1st interpreted performance.
**To book a school field trip To request a field trip, please complete the online 2025-2026 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 remaining availability and ordering procedures.
Great Lakes Theater's 2025 production of
An adaptation of the classic thriller by Frederick Knott
Dial M for Murder
Sunday November 9, 2025 at 3:00 PM
A dazzling masterpiece that paints a compelling tale of art, love and legacy.
On the Parker Hannifin Stage at the Hanna Theatre
In Downtown Cleveland's Playhouse Square
2067 E. 14th Street, Cleveland, Ohio 44115
Performing Interpreters
Scott Merk, Ariana Zimcosky, & Vince Reddy
*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)
The Cleveland Play House 2025 production of
Donald Steven Olson & Marc Nadler's
The Christine Jorgensen Show
Friday November 14, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Original songs power this hilarious and heartfelt play about living life on your own terms
On the stage of the Outcalt Theatre
in Cleveland's Playhouse Square Arts District
1407 Euclid Avenue Cleveland, Ohio 44115
Performing Interpreters
Rachel Hollander & Lucas Hamilton
To purchase tickets, go to The Christine Jorgensen Show webpage click the orange "purchase tickets" bar, and scroll down to select the November 14 performance and buy your tickets. For any questions, please email boxoffice@clevelandplayhouse.com.
2025 Playhouse Square presents
Toby Marlow & Lucy Moss's
SIX: The Musical
Saturday November 15, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived.
On the stage at the Connor Palace
In downtown Cleveland's historic Playhouse Square
1615 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44115
Performing Interpreters
Colleen Ticherich & Christine Anastasia Mason
*To purchase tickets: Call the Ticket Office by phone (216) 241-6000 and ask for seats where you can view the sign interpretation.
The 2025 Theatre Agape production of
Disney's
The Little Mermaid
Sunday November 16, 2025 at 3:00 PM
At its core, The Little Mermaid is a story about belonging, bravery, and finding your voice.
On the stage at The Cultural Arts Center
Disciples Christian Church
3663 Mayfield Road
in the heart of the Cleveland Heights community
Performing Interpreters
Doug Braun, Scott Merk, & Erin LaFountain
*To purchase tickets: Call the Ticket Office by phone 440-666-8517 and ask for seats where you can view the sign interpretation.
The 2025 Near West Theatre production of
Marc Shaiman & Scott Wittman's
Hairspray
Saturday November 29, 2025 at 7:30 PM
"And some day, when I take to the floor, the world's gonna wake up and see..."
On the Near West Theatre stage
in Cleveland's Gordon Square Arts District
6702 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44102
Performing interpreters
Erin LaFountain, Colleen Ticherich, Doug Braun, & Eric Moore
**Tickets are affordable! "Pay What You Choose"/ $20 Standard Ticket Price
The 2025 Great Lakes Theater production of
A musical adaptation of the Charles Dickens classic
A Christmas Carol
Sunday November 30, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Open your heart to Charles Dickens' classic tale of one man's ultimate redemption
on the stage of Playhouse Square's Mimi Ohio Theatre
at 1511 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44115
Performing Interpreters
Ariana Zimcosky, Scott Merk, & Jocelyn A. McCullough
***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)
2025 Playhouse Square presents
Monty Python's
SPAMALOT
Saturday December 6, 2025 at 1:30 PM
The Tony-winning "Best Musical" is back!
On the stage at the Connor Palace
In downtown Cleveland's historic Playhouse Square
1615 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44115
Performing Interpreters
Eric Moore, Peter Parsons, & Vince Reddy
*To purchase tickets: Call the Ticket Office by phone (216) 241-6000 and ask for seats where you can view the sign interpretation and the stage.
Fine Arts Association 2025 production
Adapted from the novel by L.M. Montgomery
Anne of Green Gables: The Musical
Sensory-friendly performance
Saturday December 6, 2025 at 2:00 PM
The precocious and imaginative Anne Shirley captures the hearts and minds of her newfound family.
Staged in The Corning Auditorium at the Fine Arts Association
38660 Mentor Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094
Performing interpreters
Erin LaFountain, Merry Beth Pietila, Christine Anastasia Mason, & Karen Schiller
To purchase tickets:
Call customer service (440-951-7500) and ask for seats that provide a good view of the interpretation and the stage.
Playhouse Square's 2025 Encore Production
Dr. Seuss's
How The Grinch Stole Christmas!: The Musical
Saturday December 13, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Discover the magic of Dr. Seuss’ classic holiday tale as it comes to life on stage.
At The KeyBank State Theatre
in Cleveland's Playhouse Square
1519 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44115
Performing interpreters
Colleen Ticherich & Peter Parsons
To purchase tickets:
Please contact Guest Services by calling 216-640-8871
The 2025 Talespinner Children's Theatre production
Based upon the stories by A.A. Milne
Winnie-the-Pooh
Sunday December 14, 2025 at 12:00 PM
The world premiere written by Zach Barr and performed in the round
Staged within Northeast Ohio's eclectic arts maze at 78th Street Studios
1300 West 78th Street | Cleveland, Ohio 44102
Performing interpreters
Erin-LaFountain, Christine-A-Mason, & Colleen-Ticherich, too!
Click here to reserve your seats for the December 14th sign-interpreted performance
**Seating is general admission in an intimate, friendly space. So come early and choose your preferred seats to enjoy the interpreted performance.
The Cleveland Play House 2025 production of
Philip Grecian's
A Christmas Story
Friday December 19, 2025 at 7:30 PM
One boy. One holiday wish. One triple-dog-daring good time! Cleveland’s favorite holiday tradition returns
On the stage of the Allen Theatre
in Cleveland's Playhouse Square Arts District
1407 Euclid Avenue Cleveland, Ohio 44115
Performing Interpreters
Peter Parsons, Christine Anastasia Mason, & Erin LaFountain
To purchase tickets go to the A Christmas Story webpage and scroll down to select the December 19 performance to buy your tickets. For any questions, please email boxoffice@clevelandplayhouse.com
Playhouse Square presents the 2026 production
David Adjmi's
Stereophonic
Saturday January 17, 2026 at 1:30 PM
The most Tony-nominated play of all time
On the stage at Connor Palace
In downtown Cleveland's historic Playhouse Square
1615 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44115
Performing interpreters
Colleen Ticherich & Rachel Hollander
To purchase tickets:
Please contact Guest Services by calling 216-640-8871 or email at boxoffice@clevelandplayhouse.com
The Stagecrafters Youth Theatre 2026 production
Based on the 1900 novel by L. Frank Baum
The Wizard of Oz
Saturday January 17, 2026 at 2:00 PM
We're off to see the wizard!
On the stage at Orange High School
Stagecrafters Theatre of Orange Community Education and Recreation
32000 Chagrin Blvd, Pepper Pike, OH 44124
Performing interpreters
Merry Beth Pietila, Erin LaFountain, & Doug Braun
For more information:
Please go to https://www.orangerec.com/page/stagecrafters-youth-theatre
2026 Playhouse Square Children's Theater Series presents
Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia's
Three Billy Goats Gruff and Other Tales
A reimagining of three cherished children’s stories-- of Three Bears, Three Pigs, and Three Billy Goats gruff.
At the Mimi Ohio Theatre
in Cleveland's Playhouse Square
1511 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44115
Tuesday January 27, 2026 at 11:30 AM
(special sensory-friendly performance just for schools**)
Wednesday January 28, 2026 at 10:00 AM
(special matinée performance just for schools**)
Saturday January 31, 2026 at 11:00 AM
(special matinée performance open to the public)
Sumday February 1, 2026 at 11:30 AM
(special sensory-friendly performance open to the public)
Performing Interpreters
Erin LaFountain & Betty Bridgewater
Tickets for the public performances are available for purchase here. For seating where you can see the interpreters select seats on the RIGHT side of the theater for interpreted performances.
**To book a school field trip To request a field trip, please complete the online 2025-2026 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 remaining availability and ordering procedures.
2026 Playhouse Square Children's Theater Series presents
David Grahame's
Wind in the Willows
Theatre Heroes journey into the Wild Wood on this multi-media adventure based on the children's novel.
At the Mimi Ohio Theatre
in Cleveland's Playhouse Square
1511 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44115
Wednesday February 4, 2026 at 10:00 AM
(special sensory-friendly performance just for schools**)
Performing Interpreters
Erin LaFountain & Vince Reddy
Tickets for the public performances are available for purchase here. For seating where you can see the interpreters select seats on the RIGHT side of the theater for interpreted performances.
**To book a school field trip To request a field trip, please complete the online 2025-2026 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 remaining availability and ordering procedures.
2026 Mighty Goliath Productions presents
Based on the original concept of cartoonist Charles Addams
The Addams Family (sensory-friendly matinee)
Saturday February 7, 2026 at 1:30 PM
Experience The Addams Family in a sensory-friendly performance designed for accessibility and comfort.
On the stage of the Daniel B. Ross Performing Arts Center
at Avon Lake High School on 175 Avon Belden Road,
Avon Lake, OH 44012
Performing interpreters
Doug Braun, Colleen Ticherich, & Erin LaFountain
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!
2026 Playhouse Square Children's Theater Series presents
Lisa Lanford's
Sankofa: An Epic Adventure
When a magical Sankofa statue breaks, five teens suddenly find themselves within Black history.
At the Mimi Ohio Theatre
in Cleveland's Playhouse Square
1511 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44115
Wednesday February 18, 2026 at 10:00 AM
(special matinée performance just for schools**)
Performing Interpreters
Erin LaFountain & Betty Bridgewater
Tickets for the public performances are available for purchase here. For seating where you can see the interpreters select seats on the RIGHT side of the theater for interpreted performances.
**To book a school field trip To request a field trip, please complete the online 2025-2026 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 remaining availability and ordering procedures.
Playhouse Square presents the 2026 production
Shaina Taub's
Suffs
Saturday February 21, 2026 at 1:30 PM
Behind every powerful woman are more powerful women.
On the stage at Connor Palace
In downtown Cleveland's historic Playhouse Square
1615 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44115
Performing interpreters
Colleen Ticherich & Karen Schiller
To purchase tickets:
Please contact Guest Services by calling 216-640-8871 or email at boxoffice@clevelandplayhouse.com
Great Lakes Theater's 2026 production of
David Farr's
The Heart of Robin Hood
Sunday February 22, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Prepare for an exhilarating adventure as this gallant reimagining of the legendary tale of Sherwood Forest
On the Parker Hannifin Stage at the Hanna Theatre
In Downtown Cleveland's Playhouse Square
2067 E. 14th Street, Cleveland, Ohio 44115
Performing Interpreters
Colleen Ticherich, Ariana Zimcosky, & Erin LaFountain
*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)
Cleveland Play House presents the 2026 production of
Eboni Booth's
Primary Trust
Friday February 27, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Join us for a magical new staging of Thornton Wilder’s Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece!
On the stage of the Outcalt Theatre
in Cleveland's Playhouse Square Arts District
1407 Euclid Avenue Cleveland, Ohio 44115
Performing Interpreters
TBD
To purchase tickets, click here, go to "purchase tickets" and scroll down to select the February 27 performance. For any questions, please email boxoffice@clevelandplayhouse.com
The 2026 Talespinner Children's Theatre production of
Based upon the 1961 novel by Roald Dahl
James and the Giant Peach
(Date in March, to be determined)
We're SO excited that our All the World's a Page season features this FANTASTIC musical!
Staged within Northeast Ohio's eclectic arts maze at 78th Street Studios
1300 West 78th Street | Cleveland, Ohio 44102
Performing interpreters
Erin LaFountain, Scott Merk, & TBD
Watch talespinnercle.org to see when you can reserve your seats for the March sign-interpreted show
**Seating is general admission in an intimate, friendly space. So come early and choose your preferred seats to enjoy the interpreted performance.
2026 Playhouse Square Children's Theater Series presents
Based on Aesop's classic fable
The Adventures of Tortoise & Hare: The Next Gen
We begin with =The Tortoise and the Hare but continue the story which finds them 10 years down the road.
At the Mimi Ohio Theatre
in Cleveland's Playhouse Square
1511 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44115
Wednesday March 4, 2026 at 12:00 PM
(special matinée performance just for schools**)
Saturday March 7, 2026 at 12:00 PM
(special matinée performance open to the public**)
Performing Interpreter
Erin LaFountain
Tickets for the public performances are available for purchase here. For seating where you can see the interpreters select seats on the RIGHT side of the theater for interpreted performances.
**To book a school field trip To request a field trip, please complete the online 2025-2026 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 remaining availability and ordering procedures.
Playhouse Square presents the 2026 production of
Nic Doodson & Andrew Kay's
The Choir of Man
Saturday March 7, 2026 at 1:30 PM
The Olivier Award-nominated, worldwide smash hit returns to the U.S. including a stop in Cleveland!
On the stage at Connor Palace
In downtown Cleveland's historic Playhouse Square
1615 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44115
Performing interpreters
Scott Merk & Erin LaFountain
To purchase tickets:
Please contact Guest Services by calling 216-640-8871 or email at boxoffice@clevelandplayhouse.com
Playhouse Square presents the 2026 production of
Rick Elice's
Water for Elephants
Saturday March 21, 2026 at 1:30 PM
“Many wonders await audiences in this gorgeously imaginative Broadway musical.” - The New York Times
On the stage at Connor Palace
In downtown Cleveland's historic Playhouse Square
1615 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44115
Performing interpreters
Colleen Ticherich & Christine Anastasia Mason
To purchase tickets:
Please contact Guest Services by calling 216-640-8871 or email at boxoffice@clevelandplayhouse.com
... Ready for more sign-interpreted performances this season?
Stay tuned, as we unveil more 2025-26 performances!
And then check back often, because we pick up new shows as we go!
...See you at the theater!