DOUBT, a Parable

"The exquisite script gives the cast and the director opportunities to explore their own talents and skills.

This production merits the readers’ attention... This was a night of ethical and moral decisions. This is what good theater is all about.

Don’t skip this production because you saw the movie. You haven’t seen 'Doubt' until you’ve seen the Coach House production." 

David Ritchey, West Side Leader

Leading Ladies

"Coach House audiences love being in on the joke with Ken Ludwig's far-fetched fun in Leading Ladies.  How could you not laugh out loud watching a male character attempt to seduce a huge ''woman' in a ridiculously ugly dress and wig, when we know that 'woman' is really a man in drag?

Images of Leo dressed as an insane Cleopatra and Stephanie walking in a dress as if her feet are bound are emblazoned on my brain, as are their ludicrous wigs.

Actor Scott Shriner...has thoroughly earned his stripes now as a leading man.  (Jonathan) Fletcher also is delightful as the put-upon friend."

Kerry Clawson, Akron Beacon Journal

Witness for the Prosecution

"Coach House Theatre continues its two-decade tradition of presenting annual Christie mysteries with Witness for the Prosecution, which keeps audiences guessing the whole way through with its fine leading cast.

Actor Jeremy Jenkins brings a charmingly funny naivete to young Leonard... leading lady Tess Burgler continues to shine, this time as the ice princess Romaine."

Kerry Clawson, Akron Beacon Journal

You Can't Take It With You
"Coach House Theatre has a delightful hit on its stage with the production of 'You Can't Take It With You.'"
- David Ritchey, The West Side Leader

"...the old-fashioned comedy's heart manages to shine through at Coach House Theatre"
- Kerry Clawson, Akron Beacon Journal

"The cast does a commendable job not only bringing out the laughs in this story, but its heart as well."
- April Helms, Hudson Hub-Times

"This is a wonderful, sentimental, sweet production. 'You Can’t Take It With You' ...works well in 2009. I urge readers to call for tickets and have a pleasant evening in the theater."
-David Ritchey, West Side Leader


 
 
 

Deathtrap

 'Deathtrap’ brings thrills, chills to Coach House

Coach House Theatre has mounted a superior production of “Deathtrap” that has the power to frighten, thrill and chill the most jaded theater-goers.  Director Nancy Cates does a beautiful job with her cast. The action flows and ebbs like the ocean, with some big waves and action jolting the cast and the audience.  Cates has built an ensemble company. The cast shares the stage, the laughs, the thrills and the chills.
- David Ritchey, West Side Leader

Starring in the show are Equity actors Terry Burgler and Andrew Cruse, who play off each other so well, the rivalry and distrust that grows between their characters, Sidney Bruhl and Clifford Anderson, is both comical and suspenseful.  It's great fun watching the two lead characters repeatedly turn the tables on each other.
- Kerry Clawson, Akron Beacon Journal

Not Now, Darling

"A laugh-out-loud comedy. Clever writing and sharp comedic action keep this one bouncing along." - Kerry Clawson, Akron Beacon Journal

Not Now, Darling

"Farce isn't always easy to pull off on the stage, but the players in Coach House Theatre's production make it look easy." - David Ritchey, West Side Leader

Tonight at 8:30

"Wistfully romantic... lovely." - Kerry Clawson, Akron Beacon Journal

Light the Sky

"The dynamics in this snappy comedy are dynamite."

"In this new era at Coach House, (Terry) Burgler and Nancy Cates are at the helm as co-artistic directors. We can expect to see more great work this season from the dynamic duo." - Kerry Clawson, Akron Beacon Journal

Light Up the Sky

"This comedy lights up Coach House." - April Helms, Record Publishing

Steel Magnolias

"(Director) Nancy Cates and the cast have developed an excellent ensemble that will be talked about throughout the season... This is a special production." - David Ritchey, West Side Leader