Founded in 1915, Cleveland Play House is America's first professional regional theatre. More than 12 million people from around Northeast Ohio have attended over 1,300 productions - including more than 130 American and/or World Premieres.

The Allen, Helen and Outcalt theatres are located at Playhouse Square 1407 Euclid Avenue Cleveland, OH 44115

Founded in 1915, Cleveland Play House is America's first professional regional theatre. More than 12 million people from around Northeast Ohio have attended over 1,300 productions - including more than 130 American and/or World Premieres.

Cleveland’s favorite holiday tradition is back by popular demand! One boy. One holiday wish. And a world conspiring to make sure it doesn’t come true. The record-breaking show returns to the Allen Theatre in all its pink-bunny-suit, glowing-leg-lamp, triple-dog-daring glory. The perfect holiday treat for the entire family!

The Play House Children’s Theatre, later to be known as Curtain Pullers, is founded under the direction of Esther Mullin. Believed to be the first of its kind in America, the program provides free theatre education to Cleveland youngsters.

Nov 26, 2021 · This fast, fun, and fresh reimagining of the timeless novel is jam-packed with secret plots, sweeping romance, treacherous spies, and dazzling swordplay. Audiences are strongly encouraged to wear masks in the Allen Theatre. To learn more about our health and safety measures, please visit our Visitor Health and Safety page.

As the flagship theatre of Northeast Ohio, our primary purpose is to create consistently high-quality, entertaining productions worthy of a premier American regional theatre. We are driven by excellence and lead the region with a diverse repertoire.

Oct 9, 2022 · Karamu House, the centerpiece of Cleveland’s historic Fairfax neighborhood and the oldest Black theatre in the country, presents the soul-stirring, gospel celebration Black Nativity in the Allen Theatre.

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Alan Ayckbourn, Britain’s most successful comedic playwright, turns his satiric eye to this yearly gathering when fun and games can lead to the most unpredictable and hilarious results. Christmas comes a little tardy this year in Cleveland, as the Class of 2026 navigates this mayhem of misunderstandings, botched romances, and even a few puppets!