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Woodland Opera House Theatre

Woodland Opera House Theatre
340 2nd Street
530-666-9617

History

California State Historic Landmark #851, reopened in January of 1989 after a seven-year, $2,000,000+ restoration project. For the first time in nearly eight decades, the venerable brick building in the heart of California's fertile Sacramento Valley, began to offer live entertainment on a year-round basis. From its first season beginning in the fall of 1989, WOH has consistently captured regional Elly and Local Chesley theater nominations and awards. The WOH is made up of actors and technicians from throughout the area-some commuting up to 70 miles to perform. WOH mounts 5 Mainstage productions from September to June, a summer melodrama, a youth theater camp in August, and the Young Peoples Theatre program throughout the year, each production running from 2 to 4 weekends.

Other programming includes the School Outreach Program. Working with the Yolo County Superintendent of Schools office, WOH showcases professional and YPT artists during the school year that local schools bring their students, grades K-12, to see for a very small fee per attendee. Selected Special Events artists and programs are booked in by the Opera House throughout the year and there are also numerous rental events by local organizations for the public's entertainment.

Recent News

When 'Teen' Means Top Talent: The Cast of Hadestown: Teen Edition

When audiences hear “Teen Edition” in the title of a musical, it’s easy to make assumptions. Maybe the music will be simplified, the performances rough around the edges, or the experience somehow “less than” what…

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Woodland Opera House Theatre Bi-Weekly Newsletter: July 15, 2025

Unsung Heroes: Understudies and Swings Read the Article Here Just Announced! A Woodland Opera House production exclusively for Senior performers. Audition information coming soon, and tickets will be available soon! The…

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Woodland Opera House Theatre Bi-Weekly Newsletter: May 20, 2025

Curtis Fritz presents Something Rotten! June 13-28 Something Rotten! is a musical comedy that parodies Shakespeare and the history of theater. It tells the story of the Bottom brothers, Nick and Nigel, who are struggling playwrights…

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Woodland Opera House Theatre Bi-Weekly Newsletter: May 6, 2025

Thank you to all of the generous individuals who gave during the Big Day of Giving! You all raised $33,283 for the Woodland Opera House and its programs. Thank you for proving that together, we can Strive for Success and ensure arts programming and…

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Woodland Opera House Theatre Bi-Weekly Newsletter: April 8, 2025

Funded on behalf of Employees of CommuniCare+OLE, The Phoenix Coalition, and Community Allies The Prom April 18-May 3 The Prom follows a group of Broadway actors whose careers have hit a rough patch. They decide to take up the cause of a high…

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Woodland Opera House Theatre Bi-Weekly Newsletter: February 25, 2025

Tom & Meg Stallard present The Book of Will March 7-22, 2025 The Book of Will is a play that tells the story of Shakespeare's closest friends, who miss him dearly three years after his death. They realize that Shakespeare's words…

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Kevin and Lorie Haarberg and Roger and Judy Kohlmeier Present 'Amélie the Musical' from January 31 - February 15, 2025

Amélie the Musical tells the story of Amélie Poulain, a shy and imaginative Parisian woman who secretly performs acts of kindness for the people around her. Based on the captivating 2001 French film of the same name, Amélie the…

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Woodland Opera House Theatre Bi-Weekly Newsletter: January 29, 2025

Kevin and Lorie Haarberg & Roger and Judy Kohlmeier present Amélie the Musical **Opening Friday!** January 31-February 15, 2025 Amélie the Musical is based on the 2001 French film of the same name. The musical…

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Woodland Opera House Theatre Bi-Weekly Newsletter: January 16, 2025

Announcing the 2025-26 Season! Join the Woodland Opera House on six very special journeys as part of the 2025-26 mainstage season! Complete announcement coming in April 2025 with show dates and all names announced. Hadestown Teen Edition…

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Woodland Opera House's 2025-26 Season Big Reveal

Join the Woodland Opera House for the annual Season Reveal on January 12 at 6:00p.m.! The Big Reveal is free and open to the public! Doors to the event will open at 5:30p.m. where guests can enjoy complimentary appetizers, wine, and…

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Woodland Opera House Theatre Bi-Weekly Newsletter: December 10, 2024

The Salonites Family presents Irving Berlin's White Christmas December 6-21, 2024 Join White Christmas for its stunning second weekend of shows! Join us for a classic musical and delightful journey to Pine Tree, Vermont where love is…

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Vote for the Woodland Opera House on BroadwayWorld Sacramento!

Vote Here! Check out all of our talented nominees! The Woodland Opera House has been nominated for several awards on BroadwayWorld Sacramento including Favorite Local Theatre! Congratulations to all of the nominees and every individual who…

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Woodland Opera House Theatre Bi-Weekly Newsletter: November 26, 2024

The Salonites Family presents White Christmas Join us for a classic musical and delightful journey to Pine Tree, Vermont where love is in the air! Filled with well-known holiday tunes, dazzling dance numbers, and a story that will fill your…

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Woodland Opera House Theatre Bi-Weekly Newsletter: November 12, 2024

Woodland Kiwanis Present Peter and the Wolf & The Nutcracker "Sweet" November 21-24 Purchase tickets HERE Two beautiful ballet one-acts presented in one production! Sergei Prokofiev’s Symphonic Fairy Tale for children comes…

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Woodland Opera House Theatre Bi-Weekly Newsletter: October 29, 2024

Jennifer Goldman, D.D.S. and Amy Thu Tran, D.D.S. Present Puffs (Or Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic) Running through November 2 Purchase Tickets HERE -FINAL WEEKEND- Catch one of the last…

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Woodland Opera House Theatre Bi-Weekly Newsletter: October 15, 2024

Jennifer Goldman, D.D.S. and Amy Thu Tran, D.D.S. Present Puffs (Or Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic) Opening Friday, October 18 Purchase Tickets HERE Puffs is a perfect way to spend an…

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Woodland Opera House Theatre Bi-Weekly Newsletter: October 1, 2024

Jennifer Goldman, D.D.S. and Amy Thu Tran, D.D.S. Present 'Puffs' (Or Seven Years of Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic) October 18 - November 2, 2024 Purchase Tickets HERE Looking for a fun fall…

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Woodland Opera House Theatre Bi-Weekly Newsletter: September 17, 2024

Don Strongman Presents A Rising Stars Production ‘Children of Eden JR. Opening THIS Weekend, September 20-22 Purchase Tickets HERE Children of Eden Jr. opens THIS Friday night at 7:00 p.m. Enjoy a wonderful youth production that…

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Make Sure Your Tickets For Legally Blonde (And Other Shows) Are Legit!

Dear friends, With our production of Legally Blonde the Musical resuming and patrons planning to attend a variety of future shows, we would like to address a concern that has come to light recently. Unfortunately, we’ve found that there are…

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Woodland Opera House Bi-Weekly Newsletter: August 6, 2024

Tom and Meg Stallard Present Legally Blonde the Musical Opening Soon! August 16-31 Purchase Tickets HERE Week 1: Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m., Sunday at 2:00 p.m. Week 2: Thursday and Friday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at…

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Nominees Announced! Chesley Awards for Theatrical Excellence

In lieu of our regular bi-weekly newsletter, we'd like to announce the much anticipated list of nominees for our 34th Annual Chesley Awards. The Awards program will take place on Sunday, September 8th at 6:00 p.m., and all are welcome to attend -…

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Woodland Opera House Bi-Weekly Newsletter: July 9, 2024

Tom and Meg Stallard Present Legally Blonde the Musical August 16-31 Week 1: Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m., Sunday at 2:00 p.m. Week 2: Thursday and Friday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at 2:00 and 7:30 p.m., Sunday at 2:00 p.m. Week 3: Thursday and…

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Woodland Opera House Bi-Weekly Newsletter: May 14, 2024

Peter and the Starcatcher First Look! We are one month away from the opening of Peter and the Starcatcher, directed by Bob Cooner! The play, based on the best-selling book series, is a captivating journey that brings to life the untold story of the…

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Woodland Opera House Bi-Weekly Newsletter: April 30, 2024

Help Us Meet Our Match on Big Day of Giving! As we gear up for the Big Day of Giving at the Woodland Opera House, we invite you to jump-start the momentum by giving early! Your support today will set the stage for a successful event on Thursday and…

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2024-2025 Woodland Opera House Season Tickets Are On Sale Now!

As our current season draws to a close, we want to extend our sincerest gratitude for your continued support of The Woodland Opera House and for being a supporter of the Woodland Opera House. Your commitment to the arts plays a vital role in…

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Woodland Opera House Bi-Weekly Newsletter: April 16, 2024

Tom & Meg Stallard Present Damn Yankees is A Home Run! This past weekend, Woodland Opera House Opened Damn Yankees to an energy filled and delighted audience. And those audience members agree: This electrifying production hits it out of the…

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Woodland Opera House Bi-Weekly Newsletter: February 29, 2024

Bi-Weekly Newsletter: February 29, 2024 Opening This Weekend: Jennifer Goldman, D.D.S. and Amy Thu Tran, D.D.S. present Disney’s Descendants: The Musical Kickstart your month of March with an incredible performance of Disney's…

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Woodland Opera House Bi-Weekly Newsletter: February 13, 2024

QualiTEES Screen Printing presents Disney's Finding Nemo, Jr. Friday, February 16 - Sunday, February 18 Purchase Tickets HERE Celebrate Valentine week with the "loveable" characters in our Rising Stars production of Disney's Finding Nemo,…

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Congratulations Junior Theatre Festival Winners!

A Big Congratulations to Our Students! The Woodland Opera House’s Rising Stars/JTF Troupe cast of Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical, JR. took home the coveted Outstanding Production Award this past weekend at the Junior Theatre…

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The Historic Woodland Opera House is Now Hiring!

The Opera House needs great people to join our creative and innovative team! We have several openings currently for individuals who appreciate our vision and the exciting future ahead for the theatre and our education program. Connectivity Director…

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Woodland Opera House Bi-Weekly Newsletter: January 16, 2024

Bi-Weekly Newsletter: January 16, 2024 Opening Friday Night!! Kevin & Lorie Haarberg and Roger & Judy Kohlmeier present The Play That Goes Wrong January 19 - February 4 Purchase Tickets HERE Murder, mystery, intrigue...paired with…

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Hit One Out Of The Ballpark By Auditioning With Us on January 21-22, 2024!

Director & Choreographer – Staci Arriaga Stage Manager – Katie Fuller Auditions: Sunday, January 21 and Monday, January 22, 2024 7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. Callbacks: Tuesday, January 23, 2024, 7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. …

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Woodland Opera House Bi-Weekly Newsletter: January 5, 2024

Director & Choreographer – Staci Arriaga Stage Manager – Katie Fuller Auditions: Sunday, January 21 and Monday, January 22, 2024 7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. Callbacks: Tuesday, January 23, 2024, 7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. Audition Location:…

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Woodland Opera House News - The Campaign is Ending Soon!

Last Chance to Give This Season! Three days left of 2023 and we have raised over $15,000 as part of our End of Year Campaign. Please help us reach our $40,000 goal. $9,000 of the generous matching funds, made possible by Tom and Meg Stallard, are…

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Woodland Opera House Bi-Weekly Newsletter: December 20, 2023

Our End-of-Year Campaign continues for the next two weeks. We are just under $10,000 and we still have $12,000 left of matching funds provided by Tom & Meg Stallard! Please consider donating! Now is the time to make the most of your hard-earned…

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Woodland Opera House Bi-Weekly Newsletter: November 21, 2023

Bi-Weekly Newsletter: November 21, 2023 Tom and Meg Stallard present Andrew Lloyd Webber's School of Rock the Musical Continuing through December 10 Performances on Friday & Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Sunday at 2:00 p.m. Purchase Tickets…

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Honoring Veterans With Vet Tix

Honoring our Veteran Community The Woodland Opera House is proud to support veterans every day by partnering with Vet Tix. The Vet Tix organization provides a variety of free entertainment venue tickets to veterans with the philosophy that it…

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