Now Playing at Makeshift Theater

From history brought to life to ghost stories, improv, a story about military families, and a holiday favorite, this season has something for everyone. All performances are at the Coach House, 732 W. Exchange St., Akron.

A Trio of Spooky Tales
October 23 and 30 at 7 p.m. · October 24, 25, 31 and November 1 at 2 p.m.
Makeshift Radio Theater presents three original radio plays in the spirit of The Twilight Zone and Night Gallery: a mirror that shows the faces of the dead, a ghost who won’t give up his favorite game, and a train station where trains leave only at midnight, for a destination no one knows. Tickets $10.
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Point of No Return Improv
Saturday, October 24 · 7 p.m.
You make the suggestions, and they make the scenes. Akron’s favorite improv troupe returns for a night of spontaneous comedy. Brave audience members may end up on stage. Tickets $8.
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Love In Reserve
November 6, 7, 13 and 14 at 7 p.m. · November 8 and 15 at 2 p.m.
When Army wife Kate learns of a deadly attack on the Iraqi base where her new husband is deployed, she faces the longest night of her life, visited by visions of Ray past, present, and possible future. Written by retired Army officer and Iraq veteran Eric Mansfield and inspired by real military couples, this love story is moving, sometimes funny, and full of suspense. It opens the weekend of Veterans Day. Tickets $25. For group rates (10 or more) and reservations, email makeshiftakron@gmail.com.
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Uh-Oh, Here Comes Christmas!
December 11, 12, 18 and 19 at 7 p.m. · December 13 and 20 at 3 p.m.
Robert Fulghum’s holiday stories will have you laughing one minute and reaching for a tissue the next. Leave the screens and shopping malls behind for an afternoon or evening of good, old-fashioned storytelling and the real magic of the season. Tickets are $10.

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The carriage house is located on the southwest portion of the AWCC Estate, a five-acre property in Akron’s vibrant West Hill neighborhood. Makeshift Theater is revitalizing the historic structure while preserving its architectural integrity and cultural significance.

The Akron Woman’s City Club has been a cornerstone of Akron’s cultural landscape, and this partnership continues its legacy of supporting the arts in Summit County. “We’re honored to work with the Akron Woman’s City Club on this exciting venture,” Bond added. The Coach House has been a beloved venue for theater productions in the past, and we look forward to honoring that tradition while bringing our creative vision to the space.

Support for the theater’s mission can be made on Venmo via @Makeshift-Theater. Interested volunteers should contact makeshiftakron@gmail.com for opportunities to support our mission.