Special Events and Fundraisers

When you attend a benefit or other special event at Playhouse Square, 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 celebrating 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 Playhouse Square.

Center Stage Benefit

Playhouse Square hosts one major fundraiser each year to support our innovative arts education programs. The event includes a cocktail reception, seated dinner on one of lobbies or stages, a VIP performance, and a dessert party with live entertainment and dancing. Save the date for the 2023 benefit: June 10, 2023. The evening will feature a full performance of Moulin Rouge The Musical, part of the KeyBank Broadway Series. Proceeds will benefit Playhouse Square's art education programs and community outreach initatives, bringing valuable arts learning resources and opportunities to audiences of all ages and abilities.

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Jump Back Ball

Hosted and planned by Partners, Playhouse Square’s young professional group (ages 21-40), Jump Back Ball has become the best annual party in Cleveland. This themed, creative black-tie event includes a VIP party with special entertainment, dinner & late night buffets, endless cocktails, a raffle & silent auction, live music and other interactive activities that take the benefit to the next level. All proceeds benefit Playhouse Square’s community engagement & education initiatives. The 2023 Jump Back Ball will be hosted on Saturday, February 23. Tickets will go on sale later in 2022.

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Golf Outing

Annually hosted at the Westfield Group Country Club, Playhouse Square 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.

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Donor-Only Events

Annual Chairman’s Dinner (Sustaining Founders and above)
Annual President’s Dinner (Gold Founders and above)
Post-Show Cast Parties (Inner Circle members and above)
Friends Annual Reception (Participating Friends and above)
Playhouse Square Partners ongoing social & networking events
Leading Ladies members only social, networking and educational events.