Auditions
Alma Show
Synopsis
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To thousands of Greater Clevelanders, the name Cain Park brings back memories of fragrant, balmy summer nights under the stars, sitting on stone risers in the amphitheater and stealing kisses while troupes of ardent young actors gave it their all in summer stock productions. It was a place where young people spent their summers moving props, singing in the chorus, practicing their plies and painting scenery for the gigantic stage - all the while learning indelible lessons about theatre and stagecraft. One of those young kids was the late David Shaber, whose nostalgic recall found expression in his screenplay, "Those Lips, Those Eyes," which United Artists filmed in 1979 at Cain Park with Tom Hulce in the starring role as a stage-struck young actor caught up in the romance of summer stock and Frank Langella as the bored and cynical veteran.
Back in the 1930s, Cain Park attracted national attention with its ambitious "10 shows in 10 weeks" credo. Today, in addition to programming that includes the best in national, regional, and local music and dance, Cain Park produces a musical theater production in the intimate Alma Theater. The Alma Theater also hosts the Alma Cabaret series, which showcases new and established performing talents in an intimate setting.
NEW IN 2009
Cain Park celebrates the talents of Cleveland playwrights with presentations of new works during PLAYWRIGHTS WEEKEND June 19-21 in the Alma Theater at 7pm:
- Fri June 19 - DROWNING THE FLAME by Michael Oatman
Rival Hip Hop artists struggle to win the affection of a successful Hollywood actress.
- Sat June 20 - BEING EARNEST by Deborah Magid
Bacharach meets the Beatles and Algernon takes center stage in this witty, playful modern-day musical homage to Oscar Wilde.
- Sun June 21 - BON VOYAGE, NATE by Steve Maistros
Surprising feelings emerge when a well meaning but lousy grief counselor leads a workplace session in this dark comedy.
General admission tickets are $8 for one play, $15 for two plays, or $21 for all three plays (no discounts). Supported by WKSU 89.7 FM
And cast members from past and present Cain Park theater productions reunite for a special benefit evening of songs, STARS OF CAIN PARK, on Tuesday, August 4, 2009 at 7pm in the Alma Theater. Tickets are $35 (no discounts).
Audience comments
Who better to tell you about Cain Park than those who've attended a variety of events? These comments were taken from audience surveys in response to the question "What do you like most about Cain Park?"
I've been coming to Cain Park every summer since I saw that first production on the hillside in the 30s. It's part of my life and my family's life.
- East side Clevelander
I like the open air feeling as well as being able to see so many fine productions of off-Broadway plays.
- South Miami, Florida
The musicals you produce are so great!
- Shaker Heights, Ohio
It's our neighborhood theatre.
- University Heights, Ohio
I have been coming since it opened when I was a junior high student. I painted scenery, was in shows, held book, did props, etc. so there's a lot of sentiment. Also I love the setting and the programs are all high quality.
- Shaker Heights, Ohio
Nice quality performances for small prices.
- Willoughby, Ohio
The setting is so neat and just a casual, relaxed feeling plus the productions and actors are great!
- Twinsburg, Ohio
I love being able to see professional productions of classic Broadway musicals with a full orchestra in the pit.
- Beachwood, Ohio
The shows are always superior and very professional.
- Chagrin Falls, Ohio
It reminds me of my childhood. The shows are equal to any in Cleveland.
- Cleveland Heights, Ohio
Location, prices, good talented casts, you name it-I really like it!!!!!
- Lakewood, Ohio
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