William N. Skirball Writers Center Stage 2025-26 Season

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The William N. Skirball Writers Center Stage Series brings the literary world’s best writers to Cleveland. The 2025-26 series is presented by the Cuyahoga County Public Library Foundation and ÐÓ°ÉÊÓÆµ. Funds raised by this series help support Cuyahoga County Public Library, one of America’s best and busiest library systems.

All events start promptly at 7:30 pm.

7:00 pm - Theater doors open
6:30 pm - Box Office doors open
6:00 pm - Parking lots open

Subscription Information

A note for renewing members: We've streamlined your renewal process - If you want to renew online with the same seats that you've had this season simply log in to our  and you will see a prompt to renew your existing subscription. If you have any difficulty logging in click here for instructions and help.


In-Person Subscriptions are SOLD OUT, Virtual Subscriptions are still available. 

 

Benefactor: $275

Book a Benefactor Package (sold out)

You Get:

  • One (1) ticket to all six (6) shows with the flexibility to come in-person or live stream from home
  • Admission to the exclusive 2025-2026 season announcement party
  • Advanced access to PREMIUM seating in sections EE-KK  
  • Invitation to the preshow Benefactor Reception
  • Free Parking at the Maltz Performing Arts Center
  • Hardcover copy of What We Can Know by Ian McEwan
  • Paperback copy of Revenge of the Tipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell
  • Hardcover copy of London Falling: A Mysterious Death in a Gilded City and a Family's Search for Truth by Patrick Radden Keefe 
  • A post-event video link will be sent via email shortly after each event
Subscriber: $175

Book a Subscriber Package (sold out)

You Get:

  • One (1) ticket to all six (6) shows with the flexibility to come in-person or live stream from home
  • Advanced access to PREFERRED seating in sections A-N
  • A post-event video link will be sent via email shortly after each event
  • Hardcover copy of What We Can Know by Ian McEwan
  • Paperback copy of Revenge of the Tipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell
  • Hardcover copy of London Falling: A Mysterious Death in a Gilded City and a Family's Search for Truth by Patrick Radden Keefe 
  • Parking passes not included with this subscription package
Virtual Subscriber: $75

You Get:

  • A ticket to livestream all six (6) events
  • A livestream link will be sent via email approximately 1 hour before each event
  • A post-event video link will be sent via email shortly after each event
  • Virtual subscriptions do not include books or physical seats at the Maltz Performing Arts Center
Parking Package | $60

Secure parking for all six Writers Center Stage events with this convenient bundle. This pass ensures hassle-free parking for each event, allowing you to plan ahead with ease. 

Please note: This bundle covers parking only and does not include event tickets.

Single Ticket Options


Single tickets are on sale now

 

Orchestra: $35
Single Event Ticket ($35 | In–Person, Orchestra Seating)
  • One (1) ticket to attend a Writers Center Stage event in person at the Maltz Performing Arts Center
  • Seating in the Orchestra section
  • Parking pass not included with ticket purchase
  • A post-event video link will be sent via email shortly after single-event
*NEW!* Balcony: $25
Single Event Ticket (NEW! $25 | Balcony Seating)*
  • One (1) ticket to attend a Writers Center Stage event in person at the Maltz Performing Arts Center
  • Seating in the Balcony section
  • Parking pass not included with ticket purchase
  • A post-event video link will be sent via email shortly after single-event

Please note that the balcony is only accessible by stairs

Virtual: $20
Single Event Ticket ($20 | Virtual)
  • One (1) ticket to livestream one (1) event
  • Virtual ticket purchasers will receive their livestream link via email prior to the event
  • Virtual tickets do not include books or physical seats at the Maltz Performing Arts Center
  • A post-event video link will be sent via email shortly after single-event
Book Club Discount

Book Clubs receive a 10% discount for group tickets of 5 or more people. Use the code BOOKCLUB25 during checkout.

Parking

Parking is $10. Guests can enter our parking lots from E.105th, Ansel Road, or Chester/E.101st. Parking passes can be purchased on-site or in advance for easy access. Cash and credit Card accepted. 

Refund Policy

Please note: All subscription sales are final — no refunds will be issued.

Contact

For questions regarding ticket sales, seating, or parking, please contact the Maltz Performing Arts Center at mpacinfo@case.edu or by phone at 216.368.6062.

For general questions, please contact the CCPL Foundation via email or by phone at 216.749.9491.