Make Believe at Varsity Theater
Fri, Apr 17 – Sun, Apr 19, 2026 View More Dates
418 South Illinois Avenue, Carbondale, IL 62901
A historic venue for performing and visual arts, live music, entertainment and community events.
Four young siblings recreate their everyday lives in a game of make-believe in their attic, while the world beneath them bodes a more sinister reality. Defying all narrative expectations, Make Believe is a gut-wrenching meditation on the imprint of childhood trauma on adults.
Friday and Saturday performances begin at 7:30 p.m. Sunday performances begin at 2:00 p.m. All performances will take place at The Varsity Center in Carbondale, IL.
More Upcoming Dates
- Thu, Apr 23 – Sun, Apr 26, 2026
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