Education and Youth Groups

Playhouse Square and Group Sales are committed to the mission of advancing arts education through the presentation and production of the performing arts. Give your students an experience unlike any other, and let the stage become your classroom. For a complete list of our educational programs, please visit our Community Engagement and Education page. 

Broadway for Your Students

Hell's Kitchen | October 10-November 1, 2025

Ali is a 17-year-old girl full of fire – searching for freedom, passion and her place in the world. How she finds them is a New York City coming-of-age story you've never felt before – HELL’S KITCHEN, a new musical from 16-time Grammy® Award winner Alicia Keys, whose new songs and greatest hits about growing up in NY inspire a story made for Broadway.

National Tour Debut!

Six | November 11-16, 2025

From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the microphone to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a Euphoric Celebration of 21st century girl power! This new original musical is the global sensation that everyone is losing their head over!

SIX Education Guide >

Suffs | February 3-22, 2026

Direct from Broadway, comes the acclaimed Tony Award®-winning musical Suffs about the brilliant, passionate, and funny American women who fought tirelessly for the right to vote. Created by Shaina Taub, the first woman to ever independently win Tony Awards for Best Book and Best Score in the same season, this “thrilling, inspiring and dazzlingly entertaining” (Variety) new musical boldly explores the triumphs and failures of a struggle for equality that’s far from over. Winner of the Outer Critics’ Circle Award for Best New Musical.

SUFFS Education Guide >

Water for Elephants | March 10-29, 2026

After losing what matters most, a young man jumps a moving train unsure of where the road will take him and finds a new home with the remarkable crew of a traveling circus, and a life—and love—beyond his wildest dreams. Seen through the eyes of his older self, his adventure becomes a poignant reminder that if you choose the ride, life can begin again at any age. 

WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Education Guide >

The Sound of Music | April 22-26, 2026

For 65 years, THE SOUND OF MUSIC has been one of our “favorite things.” With its timeless story and irresistibly charming score, this Rodgers & Hammerstein classic isn’t just meant to be enjoyed - it’s meant to be shared. Directed by three-time Tony Award® winner Jack O’Brien (Hairspray), this vibrant and romantic tale of Maria and the von Trapp family features beloved songs like “Do-Re-Mi,” “Sixteen Going on Seventeen” and “Edelweiss.”

Weekday Matinee Available: Thursday, April 23, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. 

The Outsiders | April 28-May 17, 2026

The winner of four 2024 Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, is THE OUTSIDERS. This classic coming-of-age story takes you to Tulsa, Oklahoma in 1967, where Ponyboy Curtis, his best friend Johnny Cade, and their family of Greaser “outsiders” dream about who they want to become in a world that will never accept them. THE OUTSIDERS features Danya Taymor’s Tony Award winning direction that’s “refreshing, gritty, and endlessly effective.” (The New York Times).

THE OUTSIDERS Education Guide >

Curious about pricing? THE OUTSIDERS Group Pricing Sheet

The Great Gatsby | June 9-28, 2026

THE PARTY’S ROARING IN CLEVELAND! 
THE GREAT GATSBY is a “Broadway extravaganza that explodes with life and energy"(Entertainment Weekly). Based on the classic American novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald, the Tony Award®-winning new musical is an unforgettable journey of love, wealth and tragedy that brings the Roaring Twenties to life on stage. 

THE GREAT GATSBY Education Guide >

Curious about pricing? THE GREAT GATSBY Group Pricing Sheet

Frequently Asked Questions

Payments and Tickets

Do we accept Purchase Orders for payment?

Unfortunately, we do not accept Purchase Orders. We kindly request that payments be made via business check or credit card prior to the performance.

 

What happens if our school closes due to a calamity or snow day after we’ve paid for tickets?

We understand that unexpected circumstances can arise. In such cases, we may offer flexible options on a case-by-case basis. Please reach out to your account executive for assistance.

 

What if some students are unable to attend after we’ve paid for tickets?

Please note that all ticket sales are final, and we are unable to provide refunds for absent students.

 

Is an exact number of attendees required to hold our tickets?

No need to worry! You can adjust your attendee count down until the payment deadline, allowing you to purchase only what you need.

Parking and Subsidies

Is fee bus parking available?

Yes, we are pleased to offer complimentary bus parking. For more details, please connect with your account executive.

 

Do you offer a bus subsidy?

No, this option is exclusively for weekday matinee performances organized by our Education Department.

 

Are there complimentary tickets for educators or bus drivers?

Educators and bus drivers are welcome to be included in your group count to receive discounted ticket prices.

Educational Resources

What educational resources do you provide?

We offer complimentary study guides (when available).

 

Are free tours available?

Please reach out to your account executive for further assistance.

 

What resources are available for first-time theatergoers?

We have a dedicated page on theater etiquette that provides helpful tips for first-time attendees. You can explore that page here.

Dining Options

Where can our student group dine before or after the show?

Hofbräuhaus Cleveland offers fantatsic food and a lively atmosphere that's perfect for a great time.

Ready to start planning?

Our Group Sales team is here to help! Get in touch with us for best seating, pricing and package options for your Education or Youth Group:

Hours: Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Phone: 216-640-8600
Email: groupsales@playhousesquare.org

Fill out the form below to have a Group Sales Account Executive contact you directly: