cleveland PUBLIC theatre presents CPT at the Holidays is like no other in the city-we've got a burlesque show by Cleveland's Burlesque Queen "Bella Sin" that sells out each year back for a third; and we conclude our holiday season with the bang of African drums with a 2nd year of a Kwanzaa celebration (that also sold-out last year) by Djapo Cultural Arts Institute. Tease the Season: A Burlesque Holiday Spectacular (Part Trois)<https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2025-2026/tease-the-season-cleveland-burlesque/> Conceived and produced by Cleveland Burlesque<https://www.clevelandburlesque.com/> December 11 - December 13, 2025 After a sold-out run last year, "Cleveland Burlesque Queen" Bella Sin and friends are back for a second adults-only evening of new burlesque, drag, aerials, live singers, and... more burlesque. This show is for 18+ only! The 10pm show on Sat., Dec. 13 will be extra special! The Light of the Kinara: In the Spirit of Kwanzaa By Djapo Cultural Arts Institute<https://www.djapo.com/copy-of-mission> December 19 - December 21, 2025 This vibrant performance guides viewers from an invocation of unity to a final reflection on faith. It is more than a celebration of Kwanzaa-it is a powerful reminder of the enduring light within us all, a light that shines brightest when we come together as a community, honoring our heritage and illuminating a future grounded in shared values. The celebration features spoken word, music and dance. Each night has a different theme and ancillary event with some days offering receptions. There is a pre-show vendor market spotlighting Black vendors every night! To purchase tickets, go to www.cptonline.org or contact the Box Office at 216.631.2727 ext. 501. All three events offer special VIP seating options including reserved tables close to the stage, senior and student rates and more!