Would you like to attend a performance?

The historic and renovated Adams Memorial Opera House offers a variety of shows including Broadway musicals, plays, children¹s theater, dance, concerts and fine art shows.  Shows are produced by various local performing arts groups, and are listed here: Schedule of Shows.  The Opera House is located in downtown Derry, NH and is operated by the Greater Derry Arts Council.  Contact the Greater Derry Arts Council for ticket reservations or information about renting the Opera House for performances and events. The Opera House is air conditioned, handicap accessible and seats up to 350 patrons.

More about the Opera House...

A major, $1.5 million renovation of the Adams Memorial Building was completed in 2001. The Opera House directly benefits by new heating and air conditioning systems, an elevator, a new electric service, a sprinkler system, new rest rooms, and new dressing rooms.  The balcony is available for seating, with restored theatre-style seats from the Boston Opera House.  All told, a great boon to patrons of the arts!  We have all new chairs on the main Opera House floor.  These brand new, padded, upholstered chairs are much more comfortable than the "historic" chairs we have used since the Opera House re-opened in 1993.  Come to a show, test out the new chairs, and let us know if you agree!

Are you looking for a production venue?

We're always looking for productions and events to book at the Opera House. Would your organization be interested in staging a production in Derry? Would you be interested in producing a concert series at the Opera House? If so, please look at the Opera House Rental Information.

Would you be interested in volunteering?

A specific plea for help: We really need some additional volunteers to assist in the operation of the Opera House. Do you have an interest in the technical production, promotional or management aspects of theatre? Would you like to help local groups stage their events at the Opera House? Click here for more information.

This page was last updated on:  Sunday, September 13, 2009.