Akron Civic Theatre will host a free presentation of the films “Elf” and “The Polar Express” Sunday, Dec. 15, starting at 2 p.m. The showing includes free popcorn for patrons and a holiday sing-along with the Civic’s Mighty Wurlitzer beginning a half-hour before each film. The event is presented by Wayside Furniture. The Wayside Holiday Movies are free, but tickets are … [Read more...]
Canadian Brass makes Akron appearance for holiday concert Dec. 4
Canadian Brass is coming to the Akron Civic Theatre for a holiday concert, presented by Tuesday Musical on Tuesday, Dec. 4, at 7:30 p.m. The brass quintet is known worldwide for entertainment, spontaneity, virtuosity and fun — but never at the expense of the music. Canadian Brass was created in 1970 by tubist Chuck Daellenbach. Now, one of the world’s most famous brass … [Read more...]
Angie Haze Project presents immersive musical experience Nov. 16 and 18 at Akron Civic Theatre
Singer-songwriter Angie Haze will offer a unique musical experience at the Akron Civic Theatre Friday, Nov. 16, at 8 p.m., and Sunday, Nov. 18, at 5 p.m. The two shows, part of the Club @ the Civic, will be an immersive musical event. The audience won’t just listen to a band on stage; they will become part of the performance and submerged within each story. The ensemble … [Read more...]
Akron Municipal Court offers Halloween weddings at Akron Civic Theatre
Couples will have an opportunity to marry at an exquisite historic venue on Wednesday, Oct. 31, thanks to the Akron Municipal Court and the Akron Civic Theatre. Akron Municipal Court Judge Nicole Walker will perform Halloween weddings from 10 a.m. to Noon and 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Theater, located at 182 S. Main St. Costumes are welcomed. Twenty couples were married on … [Read more...]
Miller South’s ‘BIG SHOW’ brings big fun to the Akron Civic Theatre
During a recent weekend, the Akron Civic Theatre was filled to the brim with talented young people as Miller South School for the Visual and Performing Arts presented “BIG SHOW 2016: American Celebrations.” Students ranging from fourth to eighth grade sang, danced and played instruments before an audience of family, friends and members of the community. The show featured … [Read more...]
Project Learn offers assistance, fresh start for single mom
“It is never too late to set goals for yourself or go after your dreams.” Trinity Brooks has lived out these words for herself, and for her son Tristan, when she enrolled herself in the Project Learn GED program as a thirty-year-old single mom. Alexia Harris, Communications and Community Relations Manager for Project Learn, says that the organization began with a vision … [Read more...]
