Newberry Opera House, Opera house in Newberry, South Carolina, US.
The Newberry Opera House is a performance venue in South Carolina featuring French Gothic design with a prominent clock tower. The building accommodates around 400 spectators and hosts concerts, theatrical productions, and community events.
The structure was built in 1881 as a multipurpose facility with government offices, jail cells, and fire station space on the ground floor. During the 1920s it transitioned to function as a movie theater, marking a significant shift in how the space was used.
The building served as the town's main gathering place for entertainment and local performances for generations. Today it continues to draw people seeking live theater and music in an intimate setting.
The venue is easily accessible to visitors and offers convenient ways to obtain tickets for performances. It is helpful to check what events are coming up before visiting to make the most of the experience.
Inside, an original painted backdrop depicting a landscape scene still hangs on the stage exactly where it has been for more than a century. This surviving piece of scenery offers a rare glimpse into the theater's earliest days of operation.
Location: Newberry
Address: 1201 McKibben Street, Newberry, SC 29108
Website: http://newberryoperahouse.com
GPS coordinates: 34.27667,-81.62278
Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:56
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