Playhouse Square

One of the world’s premier arts districts, Playhouse Square is where memories are made, dreams are encouraged, and excitement never stops. Entertainment is at the heart of Playhouse Square’s mission, and through visionary leadership, the organization has also become the steward of Cleveland’s vibrant downtown district.

The Department of Theatre and Dance performs in the Allen Theatre Complex, home to three state-of-the art stages: the 514-seat Allen Theatre, the 334-seat Outcalt Theatre, and the 150-seat Helen Rosenfeld Lewis Bialosky Lab Theatre (“The Helen”).

CSU students, faculty and staff students attend classes and performances in the vibrant downtown Playhouse Square atmosphere, which showcases year-round events, a variety of dining experiences, and the world’s largest outdoor chandelier. CSU students also gain industry experience as they work alongside PHS Red Coats to usher CSU productions in the Allen Theatre Complex, and have access to backstage tours and master classes with the artists and technical staff of the many productions that are presented in the PHS theatres.

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