Playhouse Square is proud to celebrate Black History Month with a special digital display throughout the District and a variety of captivating performances honoring the strength, creativity, diversity, and resilience of the Black experience. The events include dance, theater, children’s programming, live music, and spoken word.
This February, Marquee Moments features celebrated local poet Siaara Freeman performing a specially written piece celebrating the considerable contributions and impact of Black Clevelanders in the arts. The piece showcases unique archival footage of performances courtesy of Playhouse Square’s affiliate company, Karamu House. For the full schedule of Marquee Moments presented by GE Lighting, a Savant company, click here.
Events:
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
January 31 – February 1, 2025
Fat Ham
February 1 – 23, 2025
presented by Cleveland Play House
Black Boy
February 3 – 21, 2025
Streaming Performance for Schools
Grimmz Fairy Tales
February 4 – 7, 2025
School Matinee Performance
Cleveland’s Valentine Love Jam
February 15, 2025
Lloyd Knight - The Drama
February 15 – 16, 2025
presented by DANCECleveland
Fairview
February 20 - March 2, 2025
presented by Cleveland State University Department of Theatre and Dance
Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad
February 24 – March 14, 2025
Streaming Performance for Schools
Look Both Ways: A Tale Told in Ten Blocks
February 24- 26, 2025
School Matinee Performance
Echoes and Innovations
February 28, 2025
Playhouse Square's Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Statement
At Playhouse Square, we celebrate the richness of our diverse community through performances, education, and the stewardship of our district. On and off our stages, we strive to hold a mirror up to our local and global communities, where all individuals feel seen, heard, and represented. We seek to cultivate and retain a diverse team of staff, volunteers, and board members that reflects our community by embracing a range of perspectives and experiences, strengthening our ability to fulfill our mission and uphold our core values. We are committed to creating a space where all individuals—regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, ability, or background—can share a sense of belonging.