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 Case Western Reserve University. 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
Upcoming Events
Single Ticket Options
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
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
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 Clubs receive a 10% discount for group tickets of 5 or more people. Use the code BOOKCLUB25 during checkout.
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.