Kwingo’s Sketch Party: Queer for the Holidays

Conceived by Cleveland Scene 2023 Nominee for “Best Local Comedian” Kadijah Wingo!

December 05, 2025 - December 06, 2025

7:30pm, Fri/Sat and 10pm, Sat, Gordon Square Theatre

For this production, we offer several ticketing options:

1. Reserved Seating: $50 Preferred seats in rows close to stage.

2. General Admission
Adult: $30
Senior: $25
Student: $20

3. Choose-What-You-Pay General Admission (Limited)
Rush, day-of tickets available in person only at the door on a first-come, first-served basis, starting at 6pm (9pm for Saturday 10pm show). Total of 20 $1 & $10 tickets available per performance.

To cut down on high no-show rates, in the event of a sold-out performance, tickets sold at $1 and $10 that are not scanned at least 20 minutes prior to the scheduled performance time will be released for resale. All other tickets are subject to resale if not picked up by showtime. Purchase tickets at cptonline.org or 216.631.2727 ext. 501.

Tickets

All ticket exchanges are made at CPT's discretion and are not guaranteed. Exchange requests must be made at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled performance time by calling or emailing the box office. Exceptions to this rule may be made at CPT's discretion for valid circumstances.

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.

CONTENT DISCLOSURE: Contains strobe lighting and haze. Might contain mature subject matter.

The Gordon Square Theatre is ADA-compliant featuring a ramped entrance and an all-gender, wheelchair accessible restroom.

Ensemble Members:

Cast in sketch order:

Micro-Agress-Mas

Grandma: Cristal Joi (@CristalStage)
Lawrence: Kalim Hill (@KingKalim.Music)
Yvonne: Siaara Freeman (@Shes_a_badmamajamma)
Mac: Rich Greene (@BigRichComedy)
Green: Tyrone Gaines (@TyronetheComic)
Beans: Willie P. Johnson (@WhereisWillieJStarrah)
Written by Substance
Directed by Kadijah Wingo

Broke Auntie

Mia: Samia Keeton (@samiakeeton)
Grandma Ava: Coach Benita (@coachbenita)
Tony: Bryant Lyles (@lylesahead)
Auntie Kayla: Ree Majestyk (@ree_majestyk)
Imani: JaMiyah Youngs (@lamar.ia_)
Elijah: Quintin Davis-Smith (@q.is.an_actor)
Written by Mo Cherry
Directed by Lexa Lenae (@Lexa_Lenae)

Krampus

Fritz: Lisa Sanchez (@KingMachoGrande)
Hans: Sam Dee (@areyoumynewdad)
Written & Directed by Sam Dee

Meeting Dad

Lady: Stephanie Ginese (@st.ginese)
Dad: TJ Maclin (@peachcurls)
Kelly: Samia Keeton (@samiakeeton)
Darius: Q Tatum (@queezywonder)
Written & Directed by Dezhawn France

Chat, Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner

Andre: Kegan Sulamoyo (@Kegansul)
Imani: Substance (@onlysubstantial)
Octavia: Vonnetta Epps
Lawrence: Kalim Hill (@KingKalim.Music)
Amayah: Montavia Simone
Ms. Faith: Kadijah Wingo
Written by Indira Sami
Directed by Kadijah Wingo

All I Want for Christmas is Krampus

Krampus: Frieda VonFreakum (@friedavonfreakum)
Fritz: Lisa Sanchez (@KingMachoGrande)
Written by Kadijah Wingo
Song mix & Directed by Frieda VonFreakum

The Ghosts of Christmas

Jack: Tommy Hallal
Imani: Substance (@onlysubstantial)
Bronx: Jo Reid
Mars: Diwe Augustin
J-Money: Brianna L. Williams
Dayana: Rylie Hornung
Jinx: Naziyrah Abdulzhir
Monsoon: Salvatore Miller
Directed by Diwe Augustin

The Creative Production Team Includes:

Stage Manager: Devan Amber Hayes

About the creator

KADIJAH WINGO, affectionately known as “Kwingo,” is carving out new spaces in theater, sketch, and stand-up comedy. With formal theatrical training, magnetic charisma, and sharp comedic instincts, she’s not just making room for herself—she’s opening doors for anyone who’s ever felt on the margins of these scenes.

Her acting journey began at Cleveland School of the Arts and continued at Ohio University’s School of Theater. These days, she lights up local stages at Don’t Tell Comedy (CLE), Imposters Theater, Con Tú Variety Show, and Snowflake Comedy. She co-wrote, co-produced, and directed BLK Stream—Imposters Theater’s first all-Black sketch show! A bold milestone for her and the fabric of Cleveland comedy.

Behind the curtain as a producer, Kadijah is just as electric. As the National New Play Network’s Producer in Residence at Cleveland Public Theatre, she’s line-produced well-received shows like The End of Black Excellence, the sold-out Showin’ Up Black, and her own Kwingo’s Comedy Revue—a Pride Month spectacular featuring comedy, music, drag, and burlesque.

Whether on stage or behind the scenes, Kadijah thrives on collaboration and storytelling that centers underrepresented voices. Her work invites you to laugh, reflect, and connect through a shared sense of humanity we all need.