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After $30K makeover, Makeshift Theater takes residence in West Akron’s coach house
The old Coach House Theatre building, the new home of Makeshift Theater, underwent a $30,000 renovation this spring. Makeshift Theater funded the work from grants and donations from local supporters. After the building sat dormant for nearly three years, the rehab began in May with a day of cleaning.
Where is the West Akron neighborhood?
West Akron is home to one of the largest residential areas in the city and features a diverse mix of residents, distinctive housing and commercial areas. It is home to multiple parks and the J. E. Good Park Golf Course, which is owned by the City of Akron.
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