Special Events and Fundraisers

When you attend a benefit or other special event at PlayhouseSquare, you’re sure to enjoy an unforgettable experience. Whether it’s dining on stage, witnessing a Broadway blockbuster from the best seats in the house and partying with the cast after the show; mixing and mingling at our annual Jump Back Ball; or hitting the links at our golf outing, you’ll have a fantastic time and help to support the not-for-profit mission of PlayhouseSquare.

Opening Night Benefit

PlayhouseSquare hosts one major opening night celebration each year in conjunction with a blockbuster Broadway series performance. The event includes a cocktail reception, seated dinner on one of lobbies or stages, VIP performance seating, and a dessert party with the cast, live entertainment and dancing. Proceeds benefit the Community Engagement & Education programs at PlayhouseSquare.

Jump Back Ball

Hosted and planned by Partners, PlayhouseSquare’s young professional donor group, Jump Back Ball has become the best annual party in Cleveland. This themed, creative black-tie event includes a VIP party with special entertainment, a buffet dinner, raffle & silent auction, and other interactive activities that take the benefit to the next level. All proceeds benefit the non-for-profit mission of PlayhouseSquare.

Golf Outing

Annually hosted at the Westfield Group Country Club, PlayhouseSquare clients, sponsors and donors have the opportunity to match skills against each other during a fun day of golf all while supporting arts education programs. The outing includes 18 holes of golf with skill challenges at select holes, box lunch, dinner cookout, prizes and giveaways.

Tinsel Town Party

Partners, PlayhouseSquare young professional donors, host families for an affordable afternoon of fun during the holiday season each year. Children enjoy crafts, story time, games, activities and more.

Member-Only Events

Annual Chairman’s Dinner (Sustaining Founders and above)
Annual President’s Reception (Gold Founders and above)
Post-Show Cast Parties (Inner Circle members and above)
Friends Annual Member Event (Participating Friends and above)
PlayhouseSquare Partners ongoing social & networking events
PlayhouseSquare Pals pre-show parties and meet & greets

If you are interested in any of the Member-Only events, please visit our Individual Giving section to learn more about becoming a donor at PlayhouseSquare.