Bardavon Opera House - Poughkeepsie, New York

Take in a Show at the Bardavon Opera House in Poughkeepsie, New York. The Bardavon Opera House, located in Poughkeepsie, New York is more than 130 years old and has been holding performances since 1869. It is still one of the leading venues for performers, and has a variety of plays, operas, musicals, concerts, and more. The building is the oldest continually operating theater house in New York State.

The building began life as the Collingwood Opera House. The opera house has a long and interesting history. It has spent time as a movie house (in 1923), and was nearly demolished in 1976. It bounced back and became the best performing arts and cinema venue in the Hudson Valley.

A number of famous people have performed at the Bardavon Opera House. Some of the notable performers are William F. Cody (Buffalo Bill), John Barrymore, Will Rogers, Mark Twain, the Philharmonic Society of New York, Frank Sinatra, Al Pacino, and Henry Rollins. The list goes on and on, and it is filled with some of the most beloved performers in the world.

Today, the Bardavon Opera House continues to attract some of the best performers from around the globe. The opera house has a diverse selection of offerings, including the Hudson Valley Philharmonic Concerts, Main Stage performances, and much more. Families can gather to watch great old movies such as It’s a Wonderful Life, Ghostbusters, and more. You can also take the children to watch some performances especially for them.

When visiting Poughkeepsie, you will want to check out the opera house to see the different events playing while you are in town. Chances are you will want to check out at least one of the shows. Just about everyone in the family will find something to love.

Perhaps you would like to take a tour of the opera house. From October to June, you can make appointments to take a guided tour. The tour will focus on the history of the building and give you a walk through. You can also request a slide show, or the grand tour, which also comes with a demonstration of the 1928 Wurlitzer pipe organ. The tours range from $2 to $5 per person, depending on the tour you choose.

35 Market St
Poughkeepsie , NY 12601
Phone: (845) 473-5288