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2009-2010 Season of Produced Work

  • The Alice Seed

    October 8, 2009 - October 24, 2009

    A world premiere by one of Cleveland's most noted playwrights, "The Alice Seed" is a moving and exceptional tale o…

  • Why Torture is Wrong and the People Who Love Them

    October 15, 2009 - October 31, 2009

    The always absurd and sometimes offensive Durang turns political humor upside down with a raucous and provocative s…

  • Browns Rules

    November 19, 2009 - December 13, 2009

    CPT is proud to present the World Premiere of "Browns Rules", onstage in the Gordon Square Theatre from November 19…

  • The Santaland Diaries

    November 27, 2009 - December 19, 2009

    CPT is proud to present the return of "The Santaland Diaries", onstage in the James Levin Theatre from November 27…

  • Anna Bella Eema

    January 28, 2010 - February 13, 2010

    CPT is proud to present the regional premiere of "Anna Bella Eema", dark comedy about a woman, her daughter, and a…

  • Things of Dry Hours

    April 22, 2010 - May 8, 2010

    CPT is proud to present the Ohio and Regional premiere of "Things of Dry Hours", onstage in the Storefront Studio…

  • Wanderlust: A History of Walking

    May 6, 2010 - May 29, 2010

    CPT is proud to present the World Premiere of "Wanderlust: A History of Walking", Based on the book by Rebecca Soln…

  • Open Mind Firmament: An Evening of W. B. Yeats

    May 13, 2010 - June 5, 2010

    Cleveland Public Theatre is proud to present "Open Mind Firmament: An Evening of W. B. Yeats", developed by Raymon…

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    Little Box

    As part of CPT’s commitment to local playwrights and producers, CPT presents the fourth year of Little Box, a ser…

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    Big Box

    CPT's annual new work development series features an assortment of works-in-progress by local artists.

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    DanceWorks

    CPT’s popular multi-week showcase of some of Northeast Ohio’s most innovative dance groups.

Other Events

  • STEP 09: Eye, Mind, Heart. Free family theatre in city parks!

    July 30, 2009 - August 9, 2009
  • Pandemonium 2009: Forbidden Knowledge

    September 12, 2009
  • The Story of Baby20: The 2009 CPT/Y-Haven Theatre Project

    November 5, 2009 - November 8, 2009
  • Somewhere, Someone: The 2010 Women’s Voices Project

    March 24, 2010 - April 21, 2010
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    "I Wear My Dead Sister's Clothes" is dark, sad, and really funny! Playwright/performer Amy Schwabauer gives us insight into the driving force behind her work and her goals as a solo performer. Catch this award-winning play Dec. 4–20 at Cleveland Public Theatre. 🎟️: cptonline.org & our bio. ... See MoreSee Less

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    CPT's capital campaign is making fantastic strides, and we haven't even broken ground yet! The renovations we have planned for our campus in the heart of the Gordon Square Arts District will significantly increase the number of individuals we serve, expand artistic offerings, and create accessible spaces that celebrate our diverse audiences. Now you can find out more about the campaign, including blueprints, renderings, and an answer to the question "why now?," at cptcapitalcampaign.org. ... See MoreSee Less

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    Skip the family drama and join your chosen fam at CPT for Kwingo's Sketch Party, a night of gut-busting, original sketch comedy with a sprinkle of holiday absurdity and piping-hot queer joy. It's the perfect escape when you're tired of your uncle's opinions and that dry-ass turkey! Be a part of a night to remember that the holidays aren't about being perfect—they're about surviving the madness with people who get you AND your pronouns. Bring your friends. We'll supply the laughs. But maybe… leave your straight cousin Kyle at home.Three shows over two nights, December 5 and 6! Get your tickets NOW at cptonline.org and the 🔗 in our bio. ... See MoreSee Less

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    For the holidays, CPT has a slate of shows that includes two returning favorites. Cleveland Burlesque brings us "Tease the Season Part Trois," and Djapo Cultural Arts Institute leads another family-friendly celebration, "The Light of Kinara: In the Spirit of Kwanzaa." But December begins with something all-new, a queer sketch comedy extravaganza from our National New Play Network Producer in Residence, Kadijah Wingo."Kwingo's Sketch Party: Queer for the Holidays" begins December 5, and you can get tickets to all of these shows at cptonline.org or in our bio! ... See MoreSee Less

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