Karamu House

Karamu House is America's oldest producing Black Theatre. A place of Joyful Gathering. 108 years old

Karamu House is America's premier African-American performing arts and community educational center. Located in Cleveland, Ohio's historic Fairfax neighborhood, Karamu was established in 1915 and stands tall in our nation’s history as an inclusive institution that served as a common ground for people of all races, religions, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Karamu has always been a trusted community

06/19/2024

Come celebrate with us! General admission tickets to our Homecoming Benefit are $25 OFF until Monday June 24 @ 5pm. Use code “HOCO25”.

Bring the family downtown for Cleveland's Juneteenth Freedom Fest 06/14/2024

Bring the family downtown for Cleveland's Juneteenth Freedom Fest MetroHealth Cleveland's Juneteenth Freedom Fest takes place Saturday June 15th from 11am-3pm on Mall C in downtown Cleveland. It's a free, family-friendly ev...

06/06/2024

Homecoming Benefit tickets on sale now! Link in bio⬆️ + FREE ADMISSION Community Day July 14. Come see the improvement to our treasured home for yourself. Since 2017, Karamu has brought new life to its historic home - upgrades to two theaters, exterior renovations including a new marquee plus the addition of a bistro and a fully enclosed pavilion.

04/26/2024

Looking to get your kids into a summer arts program!? Karamu House Youth auditions are posted! Visit the link below to sign up for their audition slot!
IN-PERSON AUDITIONS
Audition: Friday May 24th 4:00 - 7:30p OR Saturday May 25th 11:00a- 3:00p
Confirmation of Acceptance: Monday, June 3, 2024
What will happen at the auditions?
-All students must have a monologue or poem memorized for no longer than 2 min.
-Students interested in singing should have 1 minute of a song ready to sing acapella or with sheet music.
-All students will work with a vocal coach to assess their range and placement.
-Students will learn choreography and be assessed on their dance skills
What if I cannot attend the in-person auditions?
A video Submission may be submitted to Maya Nicholson at [email protected] by 5:00 pm on Friday, May 31, 2024, with the subject:
VIDEO SUBMISSION_STUDENT NAME_ KARAMU ACADEMY
https://karamuhouse.org/education/

04/22/2024

Take advantage of an exclusive, limited-time opportunity to name a seat in the Bank of America Arena Theatre. Honor the lasting impact that theatre has had on your life and help reignite Karamu House. Available now at karamuhouse.org

04/16/2024

, Presented by is taking place online through April 21st! There are hundreds of films to choose from, and you don’t have to leave your house to enjoy them! Check out their lineup and support independent film in Cleveland: www.clevelandfilm.org

Don't forget to check out our sponsored film "Trust in Black and White"

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The Web of Anansi is running this weekend to a sold out house! We are so excited and proud of our 2024 Arts Education students and all of the amazing artists who worked on this show!

03/28/2024

Tickets to the 48th are now on sale! More than 360 films are part of this year’s lineup, including our partnered film TRUST IN BLACK AND WHITE. Use discount code KARAMU to receive $1 off each ticket purchase! : www.clevelandfilm.org

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03/14/2024

Tickets on sale now! @ karamuhouse.org | Karamu Comedy Show March 23, 7pm @ Karamu’s Concert Hall

03/14/2024

Haven't gotten your tickets yet? Now is your chance! When you buy one, you can get one free! Use code ATLBOGO when you purchase online. (Good for tickets Thursday & Friday performances)

Visit karamuhouse.org or call 216.795.7077 for tickets!

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It's opening night! Have you gotten your tickets? We are excited to present the world premiere of "It Happened in Atlanta" by Michael Oatman directed by Tony F. Sias. call 216.795.7077 or click http://bit.ly/KaramuATLTix YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS IT!!!

Photos by: Aja Joi Grant

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Use code FREAKNIK5 for $5 off any ticket toIt Happened in Atlanta performancesbetween Friday, March 8 - Sunday, March 10 | Tickets available at karamuhouse.org

*only available for use until Wednesday, March 6 at 11:59 PM

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02/28/2024

Four friends return to Cleveland to wrestle with what happened at Freaknik 20 years ago, over cards, brown liquor, and w**d. Opening March 8th-March 30th.
Directed by Tony Sias
Written by Michael Oatman.
Call 216.795.7077 or visit www.karamuhouse.org

Karamu House Karamu House is America's oldest producing Black Theatre. A place of Joyful Gathering. 108 years old

02/15/2024

“My goal has been to craft music inspired by the spirt of this city…”
Composer-in-residence Allison Loggins-Hull carefully curated the In Community Chamber Concert Series with free performances at Hryhory Kytasty Cleveland School of Bandura, Fatima Family Center, Karamu House, and Severance Music Center
https://www.clevelandorchestra.com/chamberseries24

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Did you hear? Today only, tickets to THE BREAKFAST AT THE BOOKSTORE are BOGO! share the gift of theater with your beloveds! Use the code: LOVEDOT. Sale ends at midnight.

A look into history: Explore the archives of Karamu House, the oldest African American-producing theater 02/12/2024

A look into history: Explore the archives of Karamu House, the oldest African American-producing theater Ruby Dee, Robert Guillaume and Langston Hughes are just a few of the familiar names associated with Karamu House—the oldest African American-producing theater in the United States. Since 1915, Karamu House—located on Cleveland’s east side—has nurtured the careers of dancers, photographers, s...

02/12/2024

THE BREAKFAST AT THE BOOKSTORE by Lisa Langford at Karamu House

02/12/2024

Join me at 7pm this evening for a Sunday Show special in Cleveland, Ohio - We have some great guests and music lined up on this evenings show - We visit the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, the Great Lakes Science Center the Market Garden Brewpub and Karamu House - So join us shortly to discover why Cleveland Rocks on our This is Cleveland special.

02/09/2024

You have one last chance to see the Stuart McClean exhibit in the George Forbes Gallery at Karamu House. He has many pieces available for purchase and a portion of the proceeds donated to Karamu House. Today, from 1pm-9pm. Don't miss this gorgeous exhibit!

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Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
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