The 2026 Theatre season features a mixture of French Creek Theatre shows and guest company productions ranging from indoor musicals to outdoor plays and from ballets to comedy shows! Don't miss your chance to engage with the local art scene throughout our beautiful park district this year! The entire season is listed below in chronological order.

Winnie the Pooh

French Creek Theatre presents a Talespinner Children’s Theatre production of “Winnie the Pooh”. Join Christopher Robin and his friends—Rabbit, Eeyore, Piglet, and the “silly old bear” Winnie-the-Pooh—on an adventurous expedition to find the North Pole. When newcomers Kanga and little Roo arrive in the Hundred Acre Wood, Pooh and his companions set out on a Very Reasonable Plan to understand why they are there. Meanwhile, storm clouds are gathering, a flood may be on the way, and it might just be Eeyore’s birthday after all. 

This heartfelt stage adaptation highlights the strength found in friendship, cooperation, and hope. When the world feels too big to fix, even the smallest acts of kindness can make a difference. Created for audiences of all ages, this retelling warmly welcomes both longtime Pooh fans and those discovering the stories for the first time. 

Talespinner Children’s Theatre is Cleveland’s dedicated, theatrical home for all children and families, creating inclusive, accessible, and meaningful professional productions and educational opportunities that engage, empower, and inspire. All performances are Sensory-Friendly/Relaxed to support a comfortable and inclusive experience for every audience member.  

Cinderella - Ballet

French Creek Theatre partners again with North Pointe Ballet to present their interpretation of “Cinderella”. Experience the classic fairytale through elegant movement and expressive storytelling. Set to Prokofiev’s beautiful score, this production follows Cinderella’s journey from hardship to hope, supported by whimsical characters and radiant choreography by Janet Dziak. This show is recommended for adults and children of all ages. 

North Pointe Ballet’s mission is to make classical ballet accessible to everyone. NPB provides high-quality professional ballet productions that are entertaining, affordable, and inclusive of audiences and performers of all abilities. NPB is committed to increasing access to ballet for underrepresented populations through enriching community engagement programs such as this. 

This program will be held outdoors near the historic rose garden at our Lakeview Park. This program is recommended for adults and children of all ages. Admission is free and includes lawn seating. Patrons are encouraged to bring chairs and blankets to enjoy the show. Registration is not required for this free program, and this event is weather dependent.

For more information, contact the French Creek Theatre Box office at (440) 949-5200.

French Creek Cabaret: Cut it Out

Celebrate the show tunes that almost made it to the spotlight—songs written, rehearsed, and beloved, yet ultimately left behind. This cabaret highlights the hidden gems of musical theatre, from iconic Broadway hits to cult classics, showcasing the stories of reimagined characters, revised plotlines, and melodies that were simply ahead of their time. 

Experience dynamic performances, insider anecdotes, and a revealing look at the creative whirlwind behind the stage. These are the bold, the unusual, and the unforgettable numbers that deserve their moment to shine. Because sometimes the most remarkable showstoppers are the ones you never got to hear—until now. 

Please Note: This program is recommended for adults and children 13 or older.

The Comedy of Errors

French Creek Theatre presents The Cleveland Shakespeare Festival’s production of “The Comedy of Errors”. Shakespeare’s The Comedy of Errors is a fast-paced farce fueled by mistaken identities and runaway confusion. Two sets of identical twins, separated at birth, unknowingly converge in the same city, setting off a chain reaction of comic misunderstandings. Servants are confused for masters, wives claim the wrong husbands, and every attempt at explanation only deepens the chaos. Packed with slapstick humor, sharp wordplay, and escalating mishaps, the play races toward a joyful resolution as long-lost families are finally reunited in one of Shakespeare’s most lighthearted and laugh-filled endings. 

The Cleveland Shakespeare Festival presents free, professional outdoor productions across Greater Cleveland to make live theater accessible to all. By performing in community spaces, the Festival welcomes audiences who may not visit traditional venues, offering engaging interpretations of classic works. Local artists focus on clarity and connection, creating performances that educate, entertain, and inspire people of all ages. 

Due to limited seating, registration is required for this free program. This event is weather dependent.

Matilda Jr.

Youth actors from our summer theatre camp will present the story of Matilda, a brilliant and extraordinary girl with a love of books, astonishing wit, and even a few special powers. Unloved by her cruel parents but admired by the kindhearted Miss Honey, Matilda navigates school under the shadow of the fearsome headmistress, Miss Trunchbull.  

Packed with high-energy dance numbers and catchy songs, Matilda Jr. is a heartwarming, fun-filled celebration of girl power, imagination, and the triumph of good over cruelty. Audiences of all ages will be cheering for the “revolting children” in this unforgettable stage adventure. 

Ballet in the Park - Ballet

French Creek Theatre partners again with North Pointe Ballet to present “Ballet in the Park” a repertoire concert. This performance will feature a selection of excerpts from past productions alongside new works, highlighting a decade of accessible and engaging ballet. 

North Pointe Ballet’s mission is to make classical ballet accessible to everyone. NPB provides high-quality professional ballet productions that are entertaining, affordable, and inclusive of audiences and performers of all abilities. NPB is committed to increasing access to ballet for underrepresented populations through enriching community engagement programs such as this. 

This program will be held outdoors near the historic rose garden at our Lakeview Park. This program is recommended for adults and children of all ages. Admission is free and includes lawn seating. Patrons are encouraged to bring chairs and blankets to enjoy the show. Registration is not required for this free program, and this event is weather dependent.

For more information, contact the French Creek Theatre Box office at (440) 949-5200.

The Yellow Wallpaper

When Eleanor discovers a hidden diary, a long-buried family secret comes to light—and she soon realizes that danger may be closer than she ever imagined. In this gripping one-act adaptation, an ensemble of trapped spirits opens a doorway between generations, transforming Charlotte Perkins Gilman’s classic 1892 psychological horror story The Yellow Wallpaper into a Hitchcockian thriller. Kathryn Funkhouser’s stage version delves into the haunting consequences of confinement and obsession, capturing the eerie descent into madness that has captivated readers for over a century. 

Please Note: This program is recommended for adults and children 13 or older.

Bright Star

Inspired by a true story, Bight Star is a sweeping, heartfelt musical featuring a Tony-nominated score by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell. Set against the rich and colorful backdrop of the American South in the 1920s and 1940s, this moving tale explores love, loss, and the redemptive power of hope. When literary editor Alice Murphy encounters a young soldier returning from World War II, a long-buried longing is stirred within her for the child she once lost. Drawn into a journey to confront her past, Alice discovers truths that have the power to reshape both of their lives. 

Please Note: This program is recommended for adults and children 13 or older.