Bernadette Peters & MORE..
In 2026, the Lexington Opera House will celebrate an extraordinary milestone —140 years of bringing world-class performances and unforgettable memories to our community! Since its opening in 1886, the Opera House has stood as a symbol of Lexington’s cultural spirit, welcoming generations of audiences to experience the magic of live performance
THE CELEBRATION
A weeklong celebration is planned to highlight the mission of the Opera House Fund over the past 5 decades.
- Sunday, May 10 — Premiere Event featuring an internationally renowned Broadway Guest Star
- Wednesday, May 13 — Local Arts Spotlight: A showcase of local performing arts organizations who use the opera house as their home stage
- Friday, May 15th — A Symphony of Sound featuring the Lexington Philharmonic and the Lexington Singers with a Grammy Award-winning violinist
- Saturday, May 16th — Curtain Call: On Stage Reception for donors marking the milestones of the historic Lexington Opera House
Sunday, May 10: An Evening With Bernadette!
Join Bernadette Peters, critically acclaimed star of stage, film, television ,and recordings, and the Lexington Theatre Company for a magical and inspiring Mother’s Day evening of songs from the great music masters! The multi-award winner creates an intimate audience experience when she performs celebrated selections from Rodgers and Hammerstein, Stephen Sondheim, and Jerry Herman, among others. Come and enjoy the incomparable Bernadette for a one-of-a-kind evening of spell-binding songs that are certain to touch your heart.
Wednesday, May 13: Locals Art Spotlight
On Sale February 2026
The Opera House Fund is pleased to present a showcase of local performing artists, demonstrating its commitment to arts education in our community.The spirit of collaboration and creativity is at the heart of this special performance as we highlight the impact of the Opera House Fund for the past 50 years!
Friday, May 15: A Symphony of Sound
On Sale February 2026
The Lexington Singers join the Lexington Philharmonic Orchestra to celebrate the Lexington Opera House to celebrate the 50th anniversary of its major renovation and reopening! Featuring a special performance by Kentucky native and Grammy-nominated musician Tessa Lark!
