As we raise the curtain on the 2025–26 KeyBank Broadway Series at Playhouse Square, we’re absolutely thrilled to welcome you to what promises to be a dazzling and unforgettable season.
This year’s lineup is nothing short of extraordinary: The Notebook, Hell’s Kitchen, Stereophonic, Suffs, Water for Elephants, The Outsiders, and The Great Gatsby will grace our stages—each bringing its own unique energy, artistry, and heart.
We’re especially proud to be launching the national tours of The Notebook and Hell’s Kitchen right here in Cleveland—giving you, our loyal season ticket holders, the incredible opportunity to be the very first audiences in the country to experience these acclaimed productions. It’s a privilege we don’t take lightly, and we can’t wait to share these Broadway tour premieres with you.
We’re also deeply honored to celebrate another remarkable milestone that you have made possible: Playhouse Square is once again home to the largest season ticket community in the country. Your enthusiasm and support continue to inspire us, and it’s your love for live theater that makes Cleveland a beacon for Broadway across the nation.
Should you have any questions or need assistance at any point during the season, our Donor Relations team is here to help every step of the way. You can reach them at 216-640-8436, weekdays from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Thank you for being an essential part of our community. Whether it’s your first season or your thirty fifth (we know there are 100 of you!), we’re so grateful to share these magical moments with you—and we can’t wait to see you at Playhouse Square.
Warm regards,
David Greene Senior Vice President of Programming Playhouse Square
Jason Schmidt & Brody Grant in THE OUTSIDERS - Photo by Matthew Murphy
This season, we are not just raising the curtain, we are raising the bar. Not only do we have exciting things planned for our stages through Broadway, we are also expanding our mission to serve through the arts in new and meaningful ways.
Playhouse Square is proud to introduce Arts & Minds, a new initiative in collaboration with the Cleveland Clinic that brings the healing power of the arts to individuals living with neurological disorders. The first program, Dance for Parkinson’s, will offer free weekly classes for people with Parkinson’s and their care partners. These classes will promote movement, connection and community.
To support this important work, we invite you to attend the annual Center Stage Benefit on Saturday, November 8, 2025. This memorable evening will feature a performance by 2025 Tony Award winner Nicole Scherzinger and directly benefits our Arts & Minds programming.
As a donor and season ticket holder, you make this possible. Your support brings groundbreaking productions to Cleveland, strengthens arts education, and keeps our theater district vibrant. You are not only part of our audience; you are part of our story.
We look forward to welcoming you to another extraordinary season. Your Donor Relations Coordinator is here to ensure your experience is smooth, personal and rewarding.
Thank you for believing in the power of live performance and helping us share it with the world.
Michelle Ryan Stewart Senior Vice President of Engagement Playhouse Square
Hannah Cruz and the Broadway Company of SUFFS - Photo by Joan Marcus
Visit playhousesquare.org/mobiletickets for instructions and helpful videos on managing your tickets online. For additional support, contact our Mobile Assistance Team at 216-377-2240 or email mobiletickethelp@playhousesquare.org.
Kecia Lewis and Maleah Joi Moon in HELL’S KITCHEN - Photo by Marc J. Franklin
TICKET EXCHANGES
Same show. Different day.
The ultimate in flexibility! Donor Season Ticket Holders have the benefit to exchange tickets at no additional cost (a savings of $25 per exchange). If you choose to exchange for a performance with a higher ticket price than what you originally purchased, you will only be charged the difference. All exchange requests must be made prior to your scheduled performance, preferably with 48 hour notice. Unfortunately, there are no refunds for missed performances.
Kelly Denice Taylor The North American Tour Boleyn Company of SIX - Photo by Joan Marcus
SWAP-A-SHOW®
See something different.
With your flexible Swap-a-Show® benefit, you can trade in your tickets from one show on the series for additional tickets to another KeyBank Broadway Series show. Or, use this one-time benefit to swap into a show from our Encore Collection of performances. Be sure to call the Donor Relations team to make your swap request. Swap-A-Show® allows for one swap per season and is valid until the show’s opening.
NOV 11–16, 2025
DEC 1–6, 2025
DEC 10–14, 2025 MAR 3–8, 2026
APR 22–26, 2026
James Schultz, Aerina DeBoer, and the Touring Company of Dr. Seuss’ HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! The Musical - Photo by Jeremy Daniel
for Playhouse Square
Ohio residents can show their passion for Playhouse Square as they hit the road with the new Playhouse Square organizational license plate. All Ohio motorists are eligible to purchase the specialty license plate which features the Playhouse Square logo.
For more information and pricing, please visit bmv.ohio.gov or your local BMV Deputy Registrar License Agency.
PLAYHOUSE SQUARE DISTRICT
Restaurant and Bars
3 The Bulkley Bar | 1501 Euclid Avenue
Offers specialty cocktails, wines and other pre- and post-show drinks.
4 Cibréo Italian Kitchen | 1438 Euclid Avenue
Cibréo Italian Kitchen is a Tuscan-themed restaurant serving authentic Italian dinners. Cibréo features fresh + local ingredients, signature cocktails and fine wines. 216-862-9212 | thedriftwoodgroup.com
5 Corbo’s Bakery | 1603 Euclid Avenue Explore Corbo’s Playhouse Square, a full service bakery right next to the KeyBank State Theatre. Enjoy in-bakery dining or carry out of some of the most delicious baked goods in Cleveland.
216-400-7170
6 Hofbräuhaus Cleveland | 1550 Chester Avenue
Hofbräuhaus Cleveland is a German Microbrewery, Restaurant and Biergarten offering authentic German favorites, fresh bier brewed onsite and live music every day!
216-621-2337 | hofbrauhauscleveland.com
7 Parnell’s Irish Pub | 1415 Euclid Avenue
Cozy Irish pub nestled in the heart of Playhouse Square. Over seventy whiskeys and ten draft selections. Private party room available upon request. Bar service only but carry in food welcome.
216-862-8953 | parnells.pub/
8 Republic Food + Drink | 1425 Euclid Avenue
Republic Food + Drink serves up American pub fare and features a drink menu built around bourbon.
216-400-7133 | thedriftwoodgroup.com
9 RJF Presidents’ Club
Members Only RJF Presidents’ Club is a private dining room and lounge open to annual donors at the Gold Founder ($3,500) level and higher. The Club provides a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere to entertain guests and clients before and after a show.
For information on becoming a member visit playhousesquare.org/giving
PLAYHOUSE SQUARE DISTRICT
Restaurant and Bars
10 Sushi En | 1507 Euclid Avenue
Sushi En’s menu offers delicious Japanese cuisine inspired by traditional flavors for lunch and dinner in the Playhouse Square District. 216-716-8654 | sushiendowntown.com
11 1942 Tacos & Tequila | 1220 Huron Rd. E 1942 Tacos & Tequila highlights the best of authentic Mexican cuisine. Enjoy a variety tacos, burritos and, of course, margaritas.
216-727-0188
12 The Friar’s Table | 1305 Euclid Avenue
The Friars’ Table is steeped in the Franciscan tradition of care and community and brings a cuisine focusing on Monastic ingredients and techniques. Features dishes including hearty soups and stews along with wine and cocktails highlighting simplicity and tradition. 216-230-2017 | thefriarstable.org
ALSO IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD
13 DISTRICT 1350 Euclid Avenue 216-858-1000 | districtcleveland.com
Complete your Playhouse Square experience with a stay at the newly-renovated Crowne Plaza Cleveland. Reservations: 216-615-7500
Just a five-minute walk from the theaters! The Crowne Plaza Cleveland is the official hotel of Playhouse Square.
As a valued member of the Playhouse Square family, you help preserve what makes this place unique. Ticket sales cover only a small portion of our operating costs. We rely on generous donors to sustain performances, programs and our historic theaters.
Contact your Donor Relations Coordinator to learn more about one of our Affinity Donor Groups.
Playhouse Square is working “Beyond the Stage” on initiatives designed to create a must-visit destination for local residents and visitors from out of town, complementing the efforts of downtown and regional partners to elevate Cleveland’s profile for business, living and tourism. With a robust performance schedule and majestically restored historic theaters at the core of our work, Playhouse Square continues to expand “Beyond the Stage” to enhance the experience of theatergoers and provide a welcoming environment for residents and visitors.
As a part of the “Beyond the Stage” initiative, the Playhouse Square District is adding new dining destinations. Something Good Social Kitchen is now open in the kiosk at Playhouse Square Plaza. The venue, cofounded by Random Acts of Kindness Everywhere creator Ricky Smith, has a menu featuring hot dogs, burgers & fries. And the best part? Every meal purchased helps to feed someone in need or someone deserving. Nationally recognized Ben & Jerry’s Scoop Shop will serve ice cream in the Hanna Building (1422 Euclid Ave.), while Encore will serve experiential cocktails in an intimate, upscale lounge located on the ground floor of The Lumen (1580 Euclid Ave). Official opening dates for Ben & Jerry’s Scoop Shop and Encore will be announced in the near future.
Now is an exciting time to be a part of our KeyBank Broadway Series family, and we look forward to sharing more developments that will enhance your visits to the Playhouse Square District.
DONOR UPDATES
Playhouse Square Launches Arts & Minds Programming
Playhouse Square in collaboration with Cleveland Clinic has launched its new Arts & Minds programming for those with neurological disorders in the Northeast Ohio community. The first initiative within this program – Dance for Parkinson’s – creates space for individuals with Parkinson’s Disease and their care partners to engage in meaningful arts experiences.
Held in accessible places throughout Playhouse Square’s historic theaters and state-ofthe-art spaces, free Dance for Parkinson’s classes are available on a weekly basis and give participants the opportunity to explore movement possibilities and celebrate community. Special events will also be offered throughout the year where participants can experience performances and conversations with artists seen on Playhouse Square stages, along with a Dance for Parkinson’s activity.
Playhouse Square’s Dance for Parkinson’s classes are supported by a community grant from the Parkinson’s Foundation. For more information on Playhouse Square’s Arts & Minds programming or to register for a class, please visit playhousesquare.org/arts-minds
Dazzle Awards Students Shine on the Broadway Stage
2025 Dazzle Awards Best Actor winner Anthony Fritzgerald and Best Actress winner Mira Cahalane made their Broadway “debuts” at the 2025 Jimmy Awards in June. After ten days of rehearsal under the tutelage of Broadway professionals, Anthony and Mira both performed solos in the Jimmy Awards feature group number titled “Ready to Rise,” which was introduced by Lin-Manuel Miranda. Mira was recognized on the national stage for her In the Heights solo performance and received an “Outstanding Performance in an Ensemble” Award, taking home a $2500 scholarship.
THANK YOU
We extend our sincere gratitude to KeyBank for their continued title sponsorship of the KeyBank Broadway Series. The 2025–26 season marks an exciting milestone, 20 years of partnership, and we are honored to celebrate KeyBank for being a steadfast, engaged, and truly valued partner to Playhouse Square, our audiences, the district and the broader community.
Samantha Pauly & cast in the Broadway production of THE GREAT GATSBY - Photo by Matthew Murphy and Evan Zimmerman
Michael Fatica, Taran Killam, Drew Reddington, Ethan Slater in the Broadway production of SPAMALOT - Photo by Matthew Murphy and Evan Zimmerman
