Cleveland Play House Presents Pulitzer-Winning Play "Primary Trust"

The production runs through March 1, 2026 and follows a man navigating a new job and unexpected friendships.

Published on Feb. 18, 2026

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Cleveland Play House is currently presenting the Pulitzer Prize-winning play "Primary Trust" by Eboni Booth. Directed by Sideeq Heard, the production runs from February 8 through March 1, 2026 in the Outcalt Theatre. The play follows the character Kenneth as he navigates a new job, unexpected friendships, and the possibility of new beginnings.

Why it matters

"Primary Trust" has become one of the most produced plays in the country since winning the 2024 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, highlighting its critical acclaim and resonance with audiences. The production at Cleveland Play House provides local theatergoers the opportunity to experience this acclaimed work.

The details

The play runs 1 hour and 25 minutes with no intermission. The cast features Debo Balogun as Kenneth, with Christopher M. Bohan, Carl Hendrick Louis, Brianna Miller, Meredith Nelson, and Adam Ortega in supporting roles. Cleveland Play House is also offering student matinee ticket options.

  • The production runs from February 8 through March 1, 2026.

The players

Eboni Booth

The Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright of "Primary Trust".

Sideeq Heard

The director of the Cleveland Play House production of "Primary Trust".

Debo Balogun

The actor playing the lead role of Kenneth in the production.

Cleveland Play House

The regional theater in Cleveland, Ohio presenting the production of "Primary Trust".

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The takeaway

The acclaimed Pulitzer Prize-winning play "Primary Trust" is now being presented by Cleveland Play House, providing local audiences the opportunity to experience this critically lauded work in a regional theater setting.