William N. Skirball Writers Center Stage 2026-27 Season
The 2026-2027 William N. Skirball Writers Center Stage Series is presented by the Cuyahoga County Public Library Foundation and its academic partner Case Western Reserve University and introduces new and established authors and books to the community to inspire learning, conversation and a sense of fellowship. Funds raised by this series help support Cuyahoga County Public Library, one of the nation's best and busiest library systems.
Have a question about Writers Center Stage? Check out the FAQ section on CCPL’s website.
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 Sales Timeline
- Monday, August 10 – Subscription renewals begin for current subscribers
- Monday, August 17 – New subscription packages available to the general public
- Monday, August 24 – Single tickets on sale to the general public
Series Benefactor Plus | Purchase Here
- One (1) ticket to all six (6) shows with the flexibility to come in-person or live stream from home
- Advanced access to PREMIUM seating in sections EE-KK
- Invitation to three preshow receptions, including the Benefactor Reception
- Free Parking at the Maltz Performing Arts Center
- All in-person subscription holders will receive two books this season: Happy Snacking, Don’t Die! by Alexis Nikole Nelson and Take My Word for It by LeVar Burton
- A post-event video link will be sent via email from the Cuyahoga County Public Library shortly after each event
Series Benefactor | Purchase Here
- One (1) ticket to all six (6) shows with the flexibility to come in-person or live stream from home
- Advanced access to PREMIUM seating in sections EE-KK
- Invitation to the preshow Benefactor Reception
- Free Parking at the Maltz Performing Arts Center
- All in-person subscription holders will receive two books this season: Happy Snacking, Don’t Die! by Alexis Nikole Nelson and Take My Word for It by LeVar Burton
- A post-event video link will be sent via email from the Cuyahoga County Public Library shortly after each event
Series Subscriber | Purchase Here
- 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
- All in-person subscription holders will receive two books this season: Happy Snacking, Don’t Die! by Alexis Nikole Nelson and Take My Word for It by LeVar Burton
- A post-event video link will be sent via email from the Cuyahoga County Public Library shortly after each event
- Parking passes not included with this subscription package
Virtual Subscriber | Purchase Here
- A ticket to live stream 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 from the Cuyahoga County Public Library shortly after each event
- Virtual subscriptions do not include physical seats at the Maltz Performing Arts Center
- The post-event recording will be available for only 7 days after you receive it.
Single Ticket Options - On Sale Monday, August 24
Single Event Ticket ($35 | In–Person, Orchestra Seating) | Available Aug 24
- 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
Single Event Ticket ($25 | Balcony Seating) | Available Aug 24
- 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
Single Event Ticket ($20 | Virtual) | Available Aug 24
- 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 physical seats at the Maltz Performing Arts Center
- A post-event video link will be sent via email shortly after single-event
- The post-event recording will be available for only 7 days after you receive it
Book Club Discount
We offer a 10% discount for group tickets for 5 or more people. Please use code WCSBookClub26 to claim your discount when purchasing your tickets.
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.