Speech & Debate

Beck Center for the Arts

Lakewood, OH
Professional Theatre

By: Stephen Karam

May 29 - June 28, 2026

Show Description:

Three misfit high school students in Salem, Oregon form a unique debate club, complete with a musical version of The Crucible, an unusual podcast, and a plot to take down their corrupt drama teacher. With his signature wit, playwright Karam follows the trio's attempts to fend off the menace of encroaching adulthood with edgy humor and subversive antics.

Staff and Cast

Director: Don Carrier

Cast:
HOWIE - Seth Crawford
SOLOMON - Jonathan Koppleman
DIWATA - Mary Coulter
TEACHER/REPORTER - Laura Rauh

Showtimes:

7:30pm Thursday (Preview 5/28 only)
7:30pm Fridays (No performance 6/19)
7:30pm Saturdays
2:30pm Sundays

Tickets

$18 - $46

(216) 521-2540 x10

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Health and Safety Guidelines

There are no health and safety guidelines listed for this production.

Content Advisories

Speech & Debate contains mature themes including sexual situations, online relationships, teacher-student misconduct, and discussions of sexuality and identity. The play also includes strong language and references to homophobia and political scandal. Recommended for ages 13+.

Location:

Beck Center for the Arts
17801 Detroit Ave.
Lakewood, OH 44107

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