Opera House Theatre, Blackpool

The Opera House Theatre is a theatre building in Blackpool featuring a grand auditorium decorated with ornate plasterwork, chandeliers, and detailed interior finishes. The space spans multiple levels and holds roughly 2,900 seats arranged across the hall.

The building was designed by architect Frank Matcham and opened in 1889 as part of the Winter Gardens complex on the coast. Since then it has remained one of the larger performance venues in the area.

The name reflects its origins in opera and classical performances, though today it hosts diverse shows from musicals to concerts. Visitors experience how the space has drawn audiences seeking live entertainment across generations.

The theatre sits within the Winter Gardens complex in central Blackpool and is straightforward to locate. Visitors should book tickets in advance, especially during popular productions or busy seasons.

The architect who designed it also created many other Victorian-era theatres across Britain with similar grand interiors. Its location within a larger leisure complex made it an unusual arrangement for performance venues of that period.

Location: Blackpool

Inception: June 10, 1889

Architects: Frank Matcham

Official opening: 1889

Capacity: 2920

Part of: Winter Gardens

Website: http://wintergardensblackpool.co.uk/opera_house_theatre.htm

GPS coordinates: 53.81710,-3.05090

Latest update: December 8, 2025 20:02