{"id":4061,"date":"2019-08-19T17:15:31","date_gmt":"2019-08-19T21:15:31","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/newportoperahouse.com\/?page_id=4061"},"modified":"2020-03-14T22:28:41","modified_gmt":"2020-03-15T02:28:41","slug":"2019-2020-season","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/newportoperahouse.com\/?page_id=4061","title":{"rendered":"2019-2020 SEASON"},"content":{"rendered":"

We have an exciting line-up of events coming up at the Newport Opera House throughout the Fall, Winter and Spring and we invite you to join in the fun!\u00a0 Take a look at our schedule and you’ll be sure to find something for your whole family, from our SILVER SCREEN & ICE CREAM<\/strong> for the kids featuring an animated movie topped off with an ice cream sundae buffet to laugh-out-loud comedy and toe-tapping music with Rusty DeWees, also known as THE LOGGER<\/strong>.\u00a0 Popular favorites such as THE HALLOWEEN MASQUERADE DANCE, DANCING WITH THE NEWPORT STARS, WINTER CARNIVAL PAGEANT & DANCE<\/strong> and THE SUNSHINE TOWN SOCIAL<\/strong> will be back once again this year.<\/span><\/p>\n

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IT’S VAUDEVILLE!<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Saturday, September 7, 2019, 7:00pm<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Doors open at 6:00pm<\/span><\/p>\n

Tickets:\u00a0 $10.00\/pp in advance, $15.00\/pp at the door<\/span><\/p>\n

A fun family show full of songs, silliness and sweets!\u00a0 Old-time vaudevlle acts fill the Newport Opera House stage with song, dance and rollicking comedy, all to benefit the Road to Independence, an organization dedicated to establishing and strengthening life skills for individuals who face daily physical and cognitive challenges.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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ANNUAL COMMUNITY TALENT SHOW<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Saturday, September 21, 2019, 7:00pm<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Doors open at 6:00pm<\/span><\/p>\n

Tickets:\u00a0 $5.00\/pp<\/span><\/p>\n

This hugely popular event is like a box of chocolates (as Bubba Gump would say!), you never know what you are going to get!\u00a0 Everyone is a winner as the spotlight shines on talented individuals of all ages and new talent is discovered every year.\u00a0 Why not try out and get your time center stage during our Community Talent Show?\u00a0 Auditions will be held on Monday, September 16th at 6:30pm at the Newport Opera House.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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A NIGHT OF STAND-UP COMEDY WITH CHAD BLODGETT & FRIENDS<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Saturday, October 5, 2019, 8:00pm<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Doors open at 7:00pm<\/span><\/p>\n

Tickets:\u00a0 $15.00\/pp in advance, $20.00\/pp at the door<\/span><\/p>\n

Chad and his crew of stand-up comedian friends were a big hit here last year so we are having them back for a night of comedy that will certainly have you laughing out loud!\u00a0 4-5 comedians will take the stage, most of whom have performed in New York, Las Vegas and other major citites across the country.\u00a0 Subject matter is adult in nature so this event is not recommeded for minors.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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FRANKENSTEIN – A RADIO PLAY<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Friday, October 11, 2019, 7:00pm<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Doors open at 6:00pm<\/span><\/p>\n

Tickets:\u00a0 $10.00\/pp in advance, $15.00\/pp at the door<\/span><\/p>\n

Newport’s own Keegan Osgood makes his directing debut with Mary Shelley’s classic story adapted for the stage as a “live” radio show!\u00a0 Community actors read their parts from scripts giving voice to a range of characters and using props to create sound effects, just like it was done during the golden age of radio.\u00a0 This great evening of entertainment is sure to get you in the spirit of Halloween!\u00a0 This event made possible by a generous donation from DORR MILL STORE.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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HALLOWEEN MASQUERADE DANCE<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Saturday, October 26, 2019, 8:00pm<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Doors open at 7:00pm<\/span><\/p>\n

Tickets:\u00a0 $20.00\/pp in advance, $25.00\/pp at the door\u00a0 21 & over only – photo ID required for admittance<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

An annual favorite at the Newport Opera House, this spooktacular evening features the music of “LAST KID PICKED” and a costume contest with prizes awarded to winners from a variety of catagories.\u00a0 Get a group of boys and ghouls together and have a monstorously wonderful time at the Opera House!<\/span><\/p>\n

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TASTE OF SULLIVAN COUNTY<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Saturday, November 9, 2019, 4:30pm<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Tickets:\u00a0 $15.00\/pp in advance, $20.00\/pp at the door\u00a0 21 & over only – valid photo ID required for admittance<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

This is a new event and one <\/span>sure to become an annual happening!\u00a0 Wine makers, craft breweries, distilleries, hard cider crafters and several food artisans from throughout Sullivan County will be on hand with their delicious wares for you to try and buy.\u00a0 Sip samples from Widmer & Davis Distillery and Polyculture Brewery.\u00a0 Test out nibbles from Aurora Bakery, The Old Courthouse Restaurant, Sunshine Cookshop, Ziggy’s Pizza, Garfield Smokehouse, The Anchorage Restaurant, Brook Road Inn and Destiny Acres Farm.\u00a0 Come find out what extradordinary delicacies are right here in our own backyard!\u00a0 This event partially funded by UNIVERSAL PHYSICAL THERAPY.<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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DANCING WITH THE NEWPORT STARS<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Friday, January 24 and Saturday, January 25, 2020,\u00a0 7:00pm<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Tickets:\u00a0 Reserved Seating:\u00a0 $26.00 – Adult , $21.00 – Student\/Senior\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 General Admission:\u00a0 $21.00 – Adult, $15.00 Student\/Senior<\/span><\/p>\n

The Opera House stage sparkles with Newport’s finest dancing contestants, each vying for the winner’s trophy!\u00a0 A winning couple will be chosen each night so be sure to vote for your favorites!\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n

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THE BIG GAME WARM-UP PARTY<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Saturday, February 1, 2020\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Doors open for Dinner\/Dancing combo at 5:00pm, Buffet Line opens at 6:00pm, Band starts at 7:30pm<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Tickets:\u00a0 BBQ Buffet & Dancing:\u00a0 $35.00\/pp-reserved seating.\u00a0 Enjoy just the Band:\u00a0 $20.00\/pp-general seating (doors open at 7:15pm)<\/span><\/p>\n

Kick the cold out of February and get your Big Football Weekend off to a sizzling start!\u00a0 Warm up with a BBQ Buffet and all the fixin’s then dance the night away to classic rock and country hits perfomed by Newport’s hometown band, Rusted Chrome.\u00a0 This party will be the GOAT!<\/span><\/p>\n

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104th WINTER CARNIVAL PAGEANT<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Friday, February 14, 2020, 7:00pm\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><\/strong><\/span>Doors open at 6:30pm<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Tickets:\u00a0 $18.00 per person.\u00a0 Reserved seating.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Continuing a tradition in the nation’s longest running Winter Carnival, beautiful young women will grace the stage at the Newport Opera House competing for their spot in history.<\/span><\/p>\n

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THE LOGGER COMEDY SHOW<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Saturday, March 14, 2020, 8:00pm<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Tickets:\u00a0 $25.00\/pp in advance, $30.00\/pp at the door\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Rated “SC” – Some Cussin’!<\/span><\/p>\n

Actor\/Comedian Rusty DeWees is best known for his iconic LOGGER persona – a Vermonter to the core – and his one-man comedy shows are often described as Blue Collar Comedy<\/em> meets Prairie Home Companion<\/em>.\u00a0 This guy from the other side of the river will fill the Opera House with gut-bustin’ humor\u00a0 and real Northern New England flavor!\u00a0 \u00a0 This event partially funded by SUGAR RIVER BANK.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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SILVER SCREEN & ICE CREAM!<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Saturday, March 21, 2020, 2:00pm<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Tickets:\u00a0 $12.00 per adult, $6.00 per child ages 4-12\u00a0 \u00a0(Children must be accompanied by an adult throughout the event.)<\/span><\/p>\n

There is no better way to spend a Satruday afternoon during mud season than enjoying an ice cream sundae with your favorite toppings while watching a family-friendly movie on the big screen!\u00a0 Bring something comfy to sit or lay on if you’d like.\u00a0 \u00a0This event made possible by a generous donation from CARROLL CONCRETE.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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THE VOICES THAT CARE SINGING CONTEST & FUNDRAISER<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Saturday, March 28, 2020, 6:30pm<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Doors open at 5:30pm<\/span><\/p>\n

Tickets:\u00a0 TBD<\/span><\/p>\n

A music-filled evening based on “The Voice,” the popular reality TV show.\u00a0 Contestants go before a panel of judges, with the ultimante winner chosen by the audience.\u00a0 Ticket sale proceeds go towards costs to ship care packages to members of the military serving around the world.\u00a0 It’s a worthy cause and a fun, interactive evening!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Saturday, April 11, 2020:\u00a0 Dinner Theatre – $45.00 (dinner is served at 6:00pm, show begins at 7:30pm.)<\/span>\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Dessert & Show – $25.00\u00a0 (6:30pm)\u00a0<\/span> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Friday & Saturday, April 17-18, 2020:\u00a0 Show Only – 7:30pm\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/strong><\/span>Sunday, April 19, 2020:\u00a0 Show Only – 2:00pm\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/strong><\/span>Reserved Seating:\u00a0 Adults – $20.00\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Seniors (65+) and Students (1-12th grade) – $18.00\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0General Admission – $15.00 per person<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

In this gleefully, gruesome musical, Seymour, an orphan and a nerd, is taken in and given a job by Mr. Mushnik, the owner of a run down Florists on Skid Row. Seymour spends his time doing menial tasks and dreaming of the shop assistant, Audrey. One day, just after an eclipse of the Sun, Seymour discovers a strange plant. He buys it and names is Audrey II. While caring for Audrey II, Seymour discovers the plant’s rather unique appetite. The plant grows and grows, as does Seymour’s infatuation for Audrey, but who will get her first? FEED ME!\u00a0 This event\u00a0 made possible through a generous donation from THE MALOOL FAMILY FOUNDATION.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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SUNSHINE TOWN SOCIAL<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Saturday, May 9, 2020\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Doors open and bidding begins at 5:00pm<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Tickets:\u00a0 “Prime Time” – All inclusive (Dinner\/Auctions):\u00a0 $95.00 pp, Dinner Only\u00a0 (seating at tables of 10) – $45.00pp, “Bistro” (Auctions\/Dessert) – $15.00 in advance, $20.00 at the door<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The Sunshine Town Social is a vibrant evening of bidding & socializing to benefit and provide critical support for the programs of the Newport Opera House Association and the Library Arts Center.\u00a0 Both live and silent auctions feature items donated by local busniesses and a catered dinner make for a very special fundrasing event!\u00a0 This event made possible through a generous donation from LAVALLEY BUILDING SUPPLY.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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