Freed Center for the Performing Arts — Attraction in Liberty Township

This is a traditional performing arts venue on the campus of ONU (Ohio Northern University). We've visited several times, most recently, for our daughter's prospective student visit. The facility is clean, middle-aged, and intuitively arranged. When you pull up to the drop-off under the awning, you're met by open bulbs 💡 lining the awning. Gives a classy theatre marquee feel. As for the acoustics of the auditorium proper, they are fantastic. The seats are arranged at a decent pitch to accommodate as many as possible, but with sufficient arm room. The fold-down velure seats are comfy, and the leg room is decent enough. The dimmable overhead chandeliers are majestic. The sound booth is located in a rather odd spot (front left), but isn't distracting. It seems to be equipped with the latest tech, which brings the stage to life. Overall, it is a joyous venue to visit. We highly recommend it....

Was in town to see Ohio Northern’s production of “The Addams Family” Musical. Production was fantastic. For a small university it was on par with productions I have seen from Broadway to Los Angeles. Acting, singing, choreography, lighting and orchestra; A+. My only complaint unfortunately is a big one. The sound system in the theatre seems very antiquated. I could not tell if it was because the system was muffled that they had to set it as loud as possible or if because it was so loud that it was over extending the speakers; but regardless the speakers were screaming and everything coming out was garbled. Luckily, I was sitting in row one so I could hear the actors natural voices and they were perfection. From the speakers I could see ; they look like they were new...

Nice place with good sightlines and acoustics. Parking is okay. The lobby is pretty. Getting out can be a challenge if you don't know your way around the area but that's not...