They are pleasant, efficient and very patient but please don’t stand in the aisle so they can’t get past you to seat other patrons. The show usually starts about 10 minutes late because folks don’t allow near enough time to get their business done and put their butts in a seat. Also allow time to use the restrooms which are in the lowest level and are very clean. Don’t forget to drop $1 in the donation box! The stairs (about 20) are steep but there is an elevator albeit a very slow one so allow plenty of time to get to your seat. You can grab one or two seat cushions to help soften the blow. Yes, the seats are wooden so they’re hard. The performers always comment about the beautiful space and usually will unplug and step to the front of the stage for an acoustic set. There is a wide variety of performers - Country, Bluegrass, Jazz, Blues, Western Swing and more - something for just about everyone. Of course, the bigger acts might cost $60-$70.

I go to about six shows each year in this beautifully restored opera house. Whether it's just a night out, or a weekend away, this is an ideal destination. If you need a more substantial bite, the Nauti Norske is just walking distance and offers a full bar along with good food.

For a snack and beverage before, or after, the show there is Fahrenheit 364 right across the street serving locally made craft beers. There is a wonderful bed & breakfast, Naeset-Roe Bed & Breakfast, which is nearby so you can make a lovely day-trip out of it. I recommend it for even out of town folks. Also, the acoustics are amazing, and not one bad seat in the house, however the seats are a bit hard so bring a cushion, but if you forget they will supply one for you and only request a small donation in the jar. It was a lovely and serene show in a space that was equal to it. I recently moved to Stoughton and was lucky enough to see Joan Shelley, a new favorite performer of mine, at the Opera House. A beautiful and historic venue which brings in an amazing roster of local and world famous performers.

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