Cleveland Public Theatre presents Our Lady of Common Sorrows<https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2023-2024/our-lady-of-common-sorrows/> Written and Directed by Jaiie Dayo Aliya October 19 - November 4, 2023 Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT) presents the highly anticipated World Premiere of Our Lady of Common Sorrows by Jaiie Dayo Aliya. The play was a huge hit with audiences when it was presented in CPT's Test Flight 2023<https://www.cptonline.org/test-flight/>, an annual developmental program for writers of all levels. Based on its successful performance during the initial 3-day run in Test Flight last January, Executive Artistic Director Raymond Bobgan felt it was ready for a full run. About the Play The play focuses on Indigo, a 15-year-old honor student who plays saxophone in the school band. Her mother, aunt and neighbors have their own theories about who got her pregnant, but according to the "psychic" customer of her aunt's drug-dealing boyfriend, she is going to give birth to the next messiah. Featuring: Dar'Jon Bentley, Isaiah Betts, Cristal Christian, Lashawn Little, Royce The Voice Ruffin, Amy Spencer, Kynnedy, Ashley Aquilla. Content Warning: Our Lady of Common Sorrows contains strong language, mentions question of a sexual assault of a minor, suicide and depictions of substance abuse. For details or additional content, please contact the Box Office at 216.631.2727 x501 or by emailing boxoffice@cptonline.org<mailto:boxoffice@cptonline.org>. Ticket and Show Information Our Lady of Common Sorrows (October 19 to November 4, 2023) previews October 19 & 20, and opening night is Saturday, October 21. The play is performed on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and one Monday at 7:00pm, and two Sundays at 3:00pm in CPT's intimate James Levin Theatre, located at 6415 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44102, in the heart of the Gordon Square Arts District. Sundays are Covid-Conscious performances when patrons are required to wear masks. Click here<https://www.cptonline.org/plan-your-visit/> for all COVID-19 Safety Protocols. Every Ticket is Choose What You Pay<https://www.cptonline.org/uncategorized/cleveland-public-theatre-announces-expanded-choose-what-you-pay-ticketing-practice/> starting at $1 and will be offered online, over the phone, and at the Box Office. Purchase Tickets at www.cptonline.org<http://www.cptonline.org> or call the CPT Box Office at 216.631.2727 ext. 501. Reserve early! CPT never charges any ticket fees, ever. The James Levin Theatre is ADA-compliant featuring a ramped entrance and an all-gender, wheelchair accessible restroom. Special Ongoing Events During the Run Opening Night (Saturday, Oct. 21st at 7pm) - Ticket includes free admission to the post-show opening party with appetizers and beverages! Mingle with cast members! Covid Conscious Performances<https://www.cptonline.org/plan-your-visit/> (Sundays at 3pm) where masks are required. Free Bev Friday - Ticket includes FREE post-show beverages! Following every Friday night performance. NEW! Market Monday (Oct. 30th, from 6pm to 7pm) -Ticket to the 7pm performance of Our Lady of Common Sorrows scheduled for this day includes admission to our first-ever pre-show pop-up market spotlighting local visual artists, retailers, entrepreneurs, and more!