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Built in 1869, the Bardavon Opera House is the oldest continuously operating theater in New York State. Located in the downtown district of Poughkeepsie, the opera house, designed by JA Wood, has been serving the community as a venue for various performing arts for over 140 years. The 944-seat opera house is home to two historic theaters and the region’s premiere orchestra, the Hudson Valley Philharmonic (the HVP), and it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
The Bardavon Opera House presents a variety of arts-based performances, including theater, dance, and classic films for a broad diversity of audiences in both of its venues. It also offers several educational and arts-based programs and learning experiences for children and adults.
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