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Playwright Eric Mansfield to Premiere Two Akron Plays

Playwright Eric Mansfield to Premiere Two Akron Plays

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

Live Poll

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


Fine Art

Live Poll

Do you believe public art installations improve the overall quality of your local community?

Fine Art

Chakaia Booker Installs New Tire Sculptures in Akron

The 17-foot structures were installed at Lock 3 in anticipation of an upcoming dedication ceremony.

Chakaia Booker Installs New Tire Sculptures in Akron

Children’s Theater

Children’s Theater

Copley Thespians Moved Play to Akron Civic Theatre

The student group secured a new venue after their high school superintendent canceled the production.


Dance

Live Poll

Do you believe private grants are the best way to support the careers of professional choreographers?

Dance

Cynthia Oliver Named Knight Choreography Prize Recipient

The choreographer received a $50,000 grant from the National Center for Choreography-Akron.

Cynthia Oliver Named Knight Choreography Prize Recipient

Classical

Live Poll

Do you support prioritizing downtown space for large-scale children's educational events?

Classical

Children's Concert Society Hosted Akron Show

The Akron Civic Theatre welcomed students for a symphonic performance featuring popular soundtracks.

Children's Concert Society Hosted Akron Show