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The Who's Tommy

Presented by Weathervane Playhouse at Weathervane Playhouse , Akron OH

Sep 12 - 29 2019
The Who's Tommy

A deaf, dumb and blind boy’s journey from pain to triumph is a sensory-defying rock and roll experience.

 

Weathervane Playhouse is set to take you on an “Amazing Journey” as they present the original Rock Opera: The Who’s Tommy, September 12th through the 29th in our Founders Theater.  Tickets are $11 -$27  and can be purchased by calling 330-836-2626 or by visiting www.weathervaneplayhouse.com

Based on the iconic 1969 rock concept album, “The Who’s Tommy” is an exhilarating story of hope, healing and the human spirit. The story of the pinball-playing, deaf, dumb and blind boy who triumphs over his adversities has inspired, amazed and puzzled audiences for more than 40 years. This five-time Tony Award-winning musical is a high-energy, one-of-a-kind theatrical event.

After witnessing the accidental murder of his mother’s lover by his father, Tommy is traumatized into catatonia and, as the boy grows, he suffers abuse at the hands of his sadistic relatives and neighbors. As an adolescent, he’s discovered to have an uncanny knack for playing pinball and, when his mother finally ... view more »

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TICKET INFORMATION

Special Preview Night Savings!

All adult and senior tickets are $21 on Thursday, Sept. 12 only.
$11* for children (ages 17 and younger)
$11* for college students (with current I.D.)

For Performances after Sept. 12

$27* for adults (ages 18 and older)
$23* for seniors (ages 65 and older) on Thursdays and Sundays only
$11* for children (ages 17 and younger)
$14* for college students (with current I.D.)

*A $2.00 per-ticket facility fee will be added to each telephone or window sale.
*A $4.00 per-ticket fee will be added to each Internet sale.

Group Discounts

$21 per ticket for groups of 12 to 99
$19 per ticket for a group of 100 or larger

(NOTE: Group orders are not available online. Please contact the Box Office directly.)

BOX OFFICE INFORMATION

Buy tickets in person or by telephone (330-836-2626) during the following hours:

  • Mondays: CLOSED
  • Tuesdays through Fridays: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Performance Saturdays only: Noon to 5 p.m.

The Box Office is also open beginning one hour before each performance and remains open until the final curtain.

 

LOCATION

Weathervane Playhouse

1301 Weathervane Lane, Akron, OH 44313

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