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The End of Black Excellence

Nov. 19-22 |Returning after its 2025 sold-out run, The End of Black Excellence follows a man who just may be the first Black person born without “Black excellence.” In his attempt to prove this theory wrong, he puts on an (ever-failing) solo show to prove his worth, value, and connection with the elusive excellence he craves.

Train: Ukrzaliznytsia

Nov. 27 & 28| A Mystical Fantasy Drama. Four Ukrainian women. One mysterious train. A journey beyond time and reality.

Kulas Fellowship Returns

The Kulas Foundation Composer Fellowship returns to Cleveland Public Theatre with exciting opportunities for composers or sound designers. Due Nov. 25, 2026.

Celebrate Toni Morrison

Dec. 4-6 | A community workshop production in celebration of Toni Morrison. Through The Books That Found Us, seven Clevelanders encounter a novel written by Toni Morrison at a pivotal point in their lives.

Cleveland Public Theatre Capital Campaign

For Cleveland Public Theatre to continue its existing work, as well as expand and deepen its impact, CPT’s $12M capital campaign will support improvements to its Gordon Square Theatre lobby, classroom, Church and Parish Hall, and building exterior. Learn how this exciting project will increase the number of individuals the organization serves, expand artistic offerings, and create accessible spaces that celebrate its diverse stakeholders.