The 600-seat theatre featured a stage on the north end and balcony and main floor seating.

Akron was on a circuit that brought traveling companies of actors, musicians and politicians to rural communities.

In addition to musical and theatrical performances, the theatre hosted lyceum speakers, medicine shows, school events, boxing matches, basketball games, dances, Chautauqua’s, political gatherings, and church activities.

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