Great midwestern theater isn’t found solely in Chicago. Since 1819, when the city’s inaugural community theater company stepped onstage, Cleveland has made history with groundbreaking theatrical firsts. “Theater is a significant part of Cleveland’s rich arts and culture scene,” said Kristen Jantonio, communications specialist at Destination Cleveland. “The city has deep roots in performing arts history as the home of one of the first professional regional theaters in the county, the Cleveland Play House." Read more.