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Our Mission:

We are a not-for-profit performing arts center who presents and produces a wide variety of quality performing arts, advances arts education and creates a neighborhood that is a superior destination for entertainment, business and housing, thereby strengthening the economic vitality of the region.

The Stage

Presenting and producing a variety of the finest entertainment for the betterment of the community. More

Arts Education

A national leader in engaging the community through enriching experiences in the performing arts. More

Area Development

A major area developer creating a vibrant destination and economically-strong neighborhood. More

Not-for-Profit

Performing Arts Center

A not-for-profit that must raise over $4 million dollars annually to continue improving the region's quality of life. More

Distance Learning

In partnership with WVIZ/PBS and 90.3 WCPN ideastream®, we offer distance learning programs for high school and college students. Connect them with masters in the performing arts, Cleveland Arts Prize winners, arts executives and touring performers through BackStage WithSM and Careers in the Performing Arts.

BackStage With

Go behind the scenes of groundbreaking Broadway musicals. “BackStage WithSM” introduces you to masters of the performing arts – composers, writers, producers, stars and more – for an intimate look at the creation of the shows we all love.

More information is available on the Idea Center at PlayhouseSquare website.

Careers in the Performing Arts

Careers in the Performing Arts gives students opportunities to interact with performers, choreographers, directors, set designers and executives. Past discussions have featured cast and crew from the touring productions of Chicago, Wicked, and other Broadway shows. Schools can connect through distance learning technology or join us live in the Idea Center® at PlayhouseSquare.

More information is available on the Idea Center at PlayhouseSquare website.