Our Theater
Sarasota Opera owns and performs in the historic Sarasota Opera House. The building has recently undergone a $20-million rehabilitation to restore the beauty of the 1920's theater, while creating an up-to-date opera house for the 21st century.
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DIRECTIONS & PARKING
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William E. Schmidt Opera Theatre
Original Theater
Our Restored Theater
View from the theater seats
Our beautiful theater has recently undergone an extensive renovation that brought it new standards of technology, comfort, and beauty. For a unique event, consider hosting a sit-down dinner directly on the stage, surrounded by the elegance of the theater.
William E. Schmidt Opera Theatre Capacity: 1,174
Stage seating: 125
Comes standard with legs & borders as hung, rep plot as hung.
For technical specifications, please contact Jim Reid at (941) 366-8450 ext. 264.
Monday – Thursday
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Non-profit rate
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Commercial Rate
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| 8 am - 12 midnight |
$3,500.00 |
$4,000.00 |
| Second Performance / Same day |
add $1,000 |
add $1,000 |
Friday – Sunday
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Non-profit rate
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Commercial Rate
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| 8 am - 12 midnight |
$4,000.00 |
$4,500.00 |
| Second Performance / Same day |
add $1,000 |
add $1,000 |
These rates include:
Room or hall reserved
Set up of tables and chairs
Standard housekeeping service
Heat, air conditioning as installed on premises
Water as installed on premises
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These rates do not include:
Food/ Catering
Cost of Liquor, bartenders and service staff
Marketing, advertising, or promotions (i.e. tickets, invitations, ads, posters, emails, etc.)
Piano Tuning
Screens or projectors
Event staff
Valet Parking
Linens
Additional tables and chairs beyond the number provided by the opera house
7% State Sales Tax
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All rates and information are subject to change without notice. For more information and date availability please call Jim Reid at (941) 366-8450 ext. 264.