The Woodward Opera House

The Woodward Opera house is the oldest existing example of a 19th century community theater in the United States.


The Woodward Opera House

Sign above entrance to the opera house


Theater interior

A view of the interior from the balcony


Balcony

Detail of the original railing in the balcony


The Painting

Area to the right of the stage


The Painting

This is the original painting that hung in the theater. It was later replaced with a more modest version. However, the original was found by a local historian and replaced in it's original position.


The Balcony

This is a wider shot showing the condition of the balcony and railing. The interior is in remarkably good shape and the examples of original detail will result in an accurate restoration.