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Akron Entertainment News

In Akron, entertainment news means live events, arts, media, pop culture and the creative industries. Coverage follows both the events themselves and the business decisions that bring them to the city.


Arts and Theater

Live Poll

Do you feel your local community invests enough in supporting independent theater productions?

Children’s Theater

Playwright Eric Mansfield to Premiere Two Akron Plays

Eric Mansfield will see two of his plays performed simultaneously in Akron starting this November.

Playwright Eric Mansfield to Premiere Two Akron Plays

Other

Cultural

Akron Homecoming Tailgate Draws More Than 4,000

The University of Akron's annual pre-football celebration brought alumni, families and students together for live music and traditions.


Music

Reggae

Sting Plays EJ Thomas Hall in Akron

The former Police frontman brought his 3.0 Tour to Akron for the first of two nights at the venue.

Sting Plays EJ Thomas Hall in Akron

Film

Live Poll

Would you choose to rent physical media over using subscription-based streaming services?

Horror

Killer Video Has Expanded Akron Rental Operations

The rental store has taken over the first floor of the historic Selle Generator Works building.

Killer Video Has Expanded Akron Rental Operations

Coverage takes in venue programming, regional arts initiatives, media industry shifts and local cultural events. Reporting reaches across the city and the communities around it to track how entertainment shapes the landscape. The mix of historic stages and newer multipurpose venues drives a steady rotation of programming throughout the year. Scheduling often fluctuates based on seasonal tourism trends and the logistical requirements of major touring productions.