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THE NIGHTLIGHT CINEMA | AKRON, OHIO
An exceptional arthouse cinema experience—for everyone.
The Nightlight is an independent, 501(c)(3) nonprofit movie theater in downtown Akron, Ohio, dedicated to fostering community through quality cinema made more accessible.
Open nightly since July 2014, we’ve been the cozy go-to spot for you to enjoy the cinematic art form alongside our diverse community of curious filmgoers, here in Akron and across Northeast Ohio.
From indie flicks and documentaries to cult classics and more, we’re passionate about playing exceptional cinema worth seeing on the big screen. You don’t have to be an arthouse aficionado to find your next favorite film here.
Cinema within community means expanding our horizons together.
Every night’s an open invitation for you to explore a new world or idea, sip a delectable drink and snack on some delicious popcorn… maybe even bump into some friends, old and new.
We warmly welcome you to The Nightlight. See you soon!
About
AKRON'S "HIDDEN GEM" THEATER ON N. HIGH ST.
An exceptional arthouse cinema experience—for everyone.
The Nightlight is an independent, 501(c)(3) nonprofit movie theater in downtown Akron, Ohio, dedicated tofostering community through quality cinema made more accessible.
Open nightly since July 2014, we've been the cozy go-to spot for you to enjoy the cinematic art form alongside our diverse community of curious filmgoers, here in Akron and across Northeast Ohio.
From indie flicks and documentaries to cult classics and more, we're passionate about playing exceptional cinema worth seeing on the big screen. You don't have to be an arthouse aficionado to find your next favorite film here.
Cinema within community means expanding our horizons together.
Every night's an open invitation for you to explore a new world or idea, sip a delectable drink and snack on some delicious popcorn… maybe even bump into some friends, old and new.
We warmly welcome you to The Nightlight. See you soon!
From indie flicks and documentaries to cult classics and more, we're passionate about playing exceptional cinema worth seeing on the big screen. You don't have to be an arthouse aficionado to find your next favorite film here.
Cinema within community means expanding our horizons together.
Every night's an open invitation for you to explore a new world or idea, sip a delectable drink and snack on some delicious popcorn… maybe even bump into some friends, old and new.
We warmly welcome you to The Nightlight. See you soon!
reviews
“Favorite theater in NE Ohio.”
Phil K. 🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿
Phil K. 🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿
"Cool selection of indie flicks, documentaries and cult classics, and super cozy — like watching movies with a friend who has their own theater room."
Chris H. • 🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿
Chris H. • 🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿
"The perfect small venue to see films not shown elsewhere. They have comfortable seats with abundant legroom. A lovely concession stand with mixed drinks and wine. A true Akron gem."
Sally Z. • 🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿
Sally Z. • 🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿
"What a great gem for Akron. The staff is super friendly and helpful. A fantastic place to see limited run and independent films, plus some classics too."
Dan F. 🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿
Dan F. 🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿
Staff
STAFF
JENN KIDD
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
(she/her/they)
(she/her/they)
MCKENZIE BEYNON
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
(she/her)
(she/her)
ANTHONY CRISLIP
THEATER MANAGER
(he/him)
(he/him)
TAVI LYNN GOGGANS
ACCESSIBILITY DIRECTOR
(she/they)
(she/they)
STEPHEN COLOTTO
SHOW LEADER
(he/him)
(he/him)
DANIEL TRZCINSKI
SHOW LEADER
(he/they)
(he/they)
MADDIE MCSWEENEY
SHOW LEADER
(she/they)
(she/they)
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
JOY MOXON
TRUSTEE,
BOARD CHAIR
BOARD CHAIR
MATT WACHTER
TRUSTEE,
GOVERNANCE CHAIR
GOVERNANCE CHAIR
BETH KNORR
TRUSTEE,
SECRETARY
SECRETARY
ANDREW RICHARDS
TRUSTEE,
FINANCE COMMITTEE CHAIR
FINANCE COMMITTEE CHAIR
LIZ GAGE
TRUSTEE,
FUND DEV CHAIR
FUND DEV CHAIR
JULIANNE ROBERTS
TRUSTEE,
ENGAGEMENT CHAIR
ENGAGEMENT CHAIR
THERON BROWN
TRUSTEE
CORY SHELDON
TRUSTEE
ROBIN ZOLLINGER
TRUSTEE
MICHAEL MCKEON
TRUSTEE
MICHAEL MOSLEY
TRUSTEE
BRENDA CUMMINS
TRUSTEE
MARIANA SILVA
TRUSTEE
STACI JORDAN SHELTON
TRUSTEE
Remembering Rob Lucas
Remembering Rob Lucas, Trustee Emeritus
There would be no Nightlight if Rob Lucas hadn’t started the Akron Independent Film & Video Festival at the University of Akron back in 2002, planting the seed for a film community that still thrives.
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