Sumter Opera House

Sumter Opera House The mission of the Sumter Opera House is to enrich the cultural lives of our community, neighbors, and visitors by providing diverse creative experiences.

The Sumter Opera House is a beautiful historic site with a rich past. Completed in 1895, it has served as an opera house, a music academy, a movie theatre, city offices, a meat market, barber shop, and even a jail. Still home to City Hall, many city departments and City Council chambers, the Sumter Opera House is once again presenting a performance series in an effort to contribute to downtown rev

italization. The 550-seat theatre boasts excellent acoustics, a proscenium decorated with Art Deco gold-leaf, and provides the perfect intimate venue to see your favorite artists. Check out the event schedule and make plans now to attend a performance inside the Sumter Opera House!

Your Voice Can Shape the Future of the Sumter Opera HouseThe Sumter Opera House is preparing for its grand reopening aft...
06/02/2026

Your Voice Can Shape the Future of the Sumter Opera House

The Sumter Opera House is preparing for its grand reopening after closing for renovations in June 2025. While construction is nearing completion, we want to hear from the people who will enjoy the venue in the future, including those who may not be familiar with the Opera House today.

We are launching a short community survey and invite all Sumter residents to participate. The survey takes about five minutes to complete. Your feedback on entertainment, advertising, and how the Sumter Opera House communicates with the community will help shape its future and better serve our residents.

Take the Survey: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=tqSkpDj8lEKO7eHISoDdu8Re6bGKelxEjc8e2dlYm6ZUMVlPTlc0QlQ2VENSWlMxOU9EUklMU1dSQS4u

Open through July 10, 2026

We all know the magic of Main Street here in Sumter. When you come for a show, here's how that ticket you purchased is i...
05/28/2026

We all know the magic of Main Street here in Sumter. When you come for a show, here's how that ticket you purchased is impacting the City of Sumter, South Carolina in a bigger way...

👋 Every arts event brings visitors from neighboring towns
🛍 Local shops see a boost when patrons come downtown
🍽 Visitors spend on average $60.57 in the community
🎵 77% of people came downtown came JUST for the arts!

The arts are a powerful, yet underrated economic engine. The magic moves from the stage and out onto Main Street where local businesses thrive. This is what helps make Sumter a place to call 'home'.

We're grateful to our friends at the Americans for the Arts. If you want to learn more and advocate for the arts with us, visit americansforthearts.org/advocate for more info!

Our friends at Americans for the Arts work year-round with policymakers to advance federal arts policy.But it starts lo...
05/23/2026

Our friends at Americans for the Arts work year-round with policymakers to advance federal arts policy.

But it starts locally with listening to communities like ours, Sumter.

Please help us spread the word and take their 2026 National Arts Policy Survey with these five straightforward questions covering federal investment, arts education, creative workforce support, and more.

The survey takes two minutes. Never forget that your voice matters and it's how we keep the arts alive!

🔗 https://bit.ly/48kT61m

Loading in electrical panels, piping, and more. Big moves being made over here, folks! 💪
05/21/2026

Loading in electrical panels, piping, and more. Big moves being made over here, folks! 💪

As you can tell, we're going through a huge season of change here at the historic Sumter Opera House. We're building a p...
05/17/2026

As you can tell, we're going through a huge season of change here at the historic Sumter Opera House. We're building a playlist of songs and want your input!

🎶 What are your favorite songs about change? Here are some of ours...

🎵 Turn, Turn, Turn by The Byrds
🎵 A Change Is Gonna Come by Sam Cooke
🎵 The Times Are a Changing by Bob Dylan

What else? Let us know in the comments below!

Now Hiring: Theater Services Coordinator 📣 We’re looking for a Theater Services Coordinator who can keep events running ...
05/15/2026

Now Hiring: Theater Services Coordinator 📣

We’re looking for a Theater Services Coordinator who can keep events running smoothly with a calm approach, an eye for detail, and just a subtle hint of that Martin Short in Father of the Bride energy. 😉

What You’ll Do:
- Manage rentals from first inquiry to final curtain. Think contracts, logistics, and being on-site to keep everything on track!
- Oversee concessions and box office operations, including inventory, ticketing, and troubleshooting when things inevitably glitch
- Coordinate front-of-house staff and volunteers, ensuring everyone is in place and ready to go
- Serve as the go-to problem solver for staff, clients, and guests (yes, even mid-show)
- Keep all events running smoothly while handling last-minute requests, surprises, and the occasional curveball with professionalism

What we're looking for:
- Strong organization and communication skills
- Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Experience in events, theater, or hospitality is a plus

If you enjoy creating seamless experiences and keeping everything on track, even when things get a little theatrical, we’d love to hear from you. 🎭

- Deadline to Apply: Open until filled
- Apply online at www.sumtersc.gov
- Or mail resume with cover letter along with application to: City of Sumter Human Resources, 21 N. Main Street, Sumter, SC 29150

We are HIRING! 📣 Join our Sumter Opera House team and help bring events to life, from managing rentals to leading front-...
05/09/2026

We are HIRING! 📣 Join our Sumter Opera House team and help bring events to life, from managing rentals to leading front-of-house and creating memorable guest experiences.

Our Theater Services Coordinator will support events from planning to ex*****on, lead front-of-house staff and volunteers, oversee concessions and daily operations.

Please note that some evenings, weekends, and holidays are required for this position. Apply now and be part of something special!

- Deadline to Apply: Open until filled
- Apply online at www.sumtersc.gov
- Or mail resume with cover letter along with application to: City of Sumter Human Resources, 21 N. Main Street, Sumter, SC 29150

05/08/2026

The relationship between artist and audience is undeniable. When you have the chance to settle into the music, it might dawn on you that that particular evening of live performance can never be replicated again. It's paths crossing for a singular moment in time to experience something greater.

Thanks to our friend, Nicholas Edward Williams, for reminding us of this. This night of music embodied the goal and intentionality behind our Acoustic Café concert series. Should we keep it going next season?!

Now hiring…an Opera House Wrangler 🤠The Theater Services Coordinator at the Sumter Opera House isn’t for the faint of he...
05/06/2026

Now hiring…an Opera House Wrangler 🤠

The Theater Services Coordinator at the Sumter Opera House isn’t for the faint of heart, folks! You’ll be:

✔️ Taming ticket lines
✔️ Wrangling up rentals
✔️ Calming the storm on wild show days
✔️ Keeping the whole show from riding off the rails

If you can juggle it all with a smile and rope alongside some of the best in the business, saddle up with us at the Sumter Opera House 🎭

- Deadline to Apply: Open until filled
- Apply online at www.sumtersc.gov
- Or mail resume with cover letter along with application to: City of Sumter Human Resources, 21 N. Main Street, Sumter, SC 29150

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21 N Main Street
Sumter, SC
29150

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