Sarasota Opera House, Opera house in downtown Sarasota, United States.
The Sarasota Opera House features Mediterranean Revival architecture with an auditorium containing 1,119 seats and a three-story atrium with a notable chandelier.
Opening in 1926 as Edwards Theatre, this venue hosted performances by Will Rogers in 1927 and Elvis Presley in 1956 before becoming a dedicated opera house.
The theater serves as home to the Sarasota Opera Association, presenting classical operas and hosting the annual Winter Opera Festival with multiple productions.
Visitors can access dedicated parking at the Palm Avenue Garage, with the first two hours free and additional time available for a fee during performances.
The building underwent a $20 million renovation in 2008, revealing original architectural elements and incorporating a chandelier from the film Gone with the Wind.
Location: Sarasota
Capacity: 1119
Address: 61 North Pineapple Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34236
Website: http://sarasotaopera.org
GPS coordinates: 27.33667,-82.54389
Latest update: March 5, 2025 19:50
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