[NEohioPAL] THIS WEEKEND: CPT & Y-Haven present REACHING BACK - an powerful original play by homeless men in recovery (Nov 3-12)

[Cathleen OMalley via NEohioPAL]

Cleveland Public Theatre & Y-Haven present
REACHING BACK<http://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2016-2017/y-haven-theatre-project-3/>
2016 Y-Haven Theatre Project
HOMELESS MEN IN TRANSITION CREATE A NEW THEATRE PIECE
BASED ON THEIR JOURNEYS TOWARD RECOVERY

NOV 3 - 6 @ CPT
NOV 10 - 12 on tour

Cleveland Public Theatre and the Cleveland YMCA's Y-Haven Program present REACHING BACK, the 2016 CPT/Y-Haven Theatre Project.

Cleveland Public Theatre and Y-Haven present Reaching Back, created and performed by the residents of Y-Haven, a branch of the Greater Cleveland YMCA.  An nineteen-year partnership between the two organizations, the project introduces theatre arts to homeless men recovering substance abuse and mental health challenges. As they work with CPT artists to create an original performance based on their personal experiences, participants develop skills and capacities that support their sobriety and transition to employment, permanent housing and independent living.

ABOUT THE PLAY
Life has been great for Lavelle King and his family. Younger brother Nick, an actor, is headed to college on a full scholarship. Cousin Reggie is keeping strong in auto sales, and retired Uncle Al is content spending time reading in his chair or catching up with friends at the barbershop. Lavelle has held his job for five strong years and is up for a promotion. As he sets out to drive his career to new heights, a contact from the past reemerges on the scene, seeking Lavelle's downfall. REACHING BACK is a powerful original story that explores the risks and rewards of leaving the past behind, and the wisdom to be earned by moving forward.

A consistent audience favorite, the CPT/Y-Haven Theatre Project offers candid insight into important issues of our society and gives real hope for growth and change. Audiences are deeply moved by the poignant stories presented in this powerful collaboration.

FREE PERFORMANCES AT CLEVELAND PUBLIC THEATRE
Thursday, November 3rd at 7:30pm
Friday, November 4th at 7:30pm
Sunday, November 6th at 3:00pm

Cleveland Public Theatre's Gordon Square Theatre
6415 Detroit Ave. Cleveland, OH
Suggested donation of $5 accepted to help support the project

SPECIAL BENEFIT PERFORMANCE
Saturday, November 5th at 6:30pm

Cleveland Public Theatre's Gordon Square Theatre
6415 Detroit Ave. Cleveland, OH

Tickets for this benefit performance are $75 and include a buffet dinner. To purchase tickets for the benefit performance, call 216.431.2018 ext 3441 Karen Wukela or visit http://www.clevelandymca.org/y-haven.html

FREE TOUR PERFORMANCES IN THE COMMUNITY
Thursday, November 10th at 7pm
Christ Episcopal Church
3445 Warrensville Center Rd.
Shaker Heights, Ohio 44122
Free, donations accepted

Friday, November 11th at 7pm
Lakewood Congregational Church
1375 West Clifton Blvd. Lakewood, OH
Free, donations accepted

Saturday, November 12th 4pm
Lakeview Terrace Community Center
1290 W. 25th St.
Cleveland, OH 44113
Free, donations accepted

For information contact the CPT Box Office at 216-631-2727 x 501 or visit www.cptonline.org<http://www.cptonline.org>

Cathleen O'Malley
Director of Audience Engagement & Media Relations | Cleveland Public Theatre
216.631.2727 ext. 212 | comalley at cptonline.org<mailto:comalley at cptonline.org>