Series includes ‘Kinky Boots,’ ‘Newsies’

Staff report

Cleveland

PlayhouseSquare’s 2014-15 KeyBank Broadway Series, announced Tuesday, includes several Tony Award-winning productions, including “Kinky Boots,” which was named Best Musical (2013), “Pippin” (2013 Best Revival) and “Newsies” (2012 Best Choreography and Best Original Score).

Season tickets are available by calling 216-640-8800 or online at PlayhouseSquare.org/broadway. Packages range from $70 to $610 with monthly payment plans available.

Here is the schedule:

“Motown, the Musical” (Oct. 3-19): The true story of Motown Records founder Berry Gordy’s journey from boxer to the music mogul who launched the careers of Diana Ross, Michael Jackson and Smokey Robinson.

“Newsies” (Nov. 4-16): Disney’s high-energy explosion of song and dance.

“Irving Berlin’s White Christmas” (Dec. 2-14): The classic holiday movie comes to the stage.

“Pippin” (Feb. 3-15): The story of a young prince on a death-defying journey to find meaning in his existence. Will he choose a happy but simple life? Or will he risk everything for a singular flash of glory. The revival features choreography in the style of Bob Fosse and breathtaking acrobatics.

“Dirty Dancing” (March 3-22): Based on the movie about two young people from different worlds who come together during a challenging and triumphant summer.

“Kinky Boots” (April 7-19): The inspirational story of a shoe-factory owner who turns his business around with help from Lola, a fabulous entertainer in need of some sturdy stilettos. Score by Cyndi Lauper.

“Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella” (July 21-Aug. 2): A contemporary take on the classic tale.