Volunteers are an essential element to the success of the McPherson Opera House. We have many volunteer opportunities available and are always on the lookout for assistance.
UPCOMING EVENTS
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May22-2026
The Enchanted Bookshop
When the clock strikes midnight, the magic takes center stage! Step into the wonder of The Enchanted Bookshop, where beloved literary heroes burst from the pages for one unforgettable night of music, mayhem, and pure enchantment. As a charming old bookshop hangs in the balance, these classic characters band together in a dazzling adventure to save […]
May29-2026
A Lamb Chop Celebration
CANCELLED We know many of you were looking forward to A Lamb Chop Celebration featuring Mallory Lewis at the McPherson Opera House on May 29, and we share in your disappointment. Due to ongoing complications with TSA and international air travel, Mallory Lewis, who lives outside the United States, has made the decision to cancel […]
Jun19-2026
Willy Wonka
Roald Dahl’s “Willy Wonka” musical bursts onto the stage with a whimsical blend of imagination, humor, and heart. Based on Dahl’s beloved story, this enchanting production follows young Charlie Bucket as he wins a golden ticket to tour Willy Wonka’s mysterious chocolate factory. Audiences join Charlie and a cast of unforgettable characters—from the eccentric, top-hat-wearing […]
Jul18-2026
Alice in Wonderland presented by Ballet Wichita
Ballet Wichita is bringing a fully original production of Alice in Wonderland to the stage this summer — and nearly everything you’ll see has been built from scratch. The choreography is new, created by Company Director Katie Andrusak, weaving together classical ballet, neoclassical technique, and tap with moments of genuine comedy throughout. Costumes are being […]
Jul21-2026
Glenn Miller Orchestra
Experience the timeless sound of The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra — the most popular and sought-after big band in the world, one night only at the McPherson Opera House on Tuesday, July 21st. On their national tour, this spirited ensemble brings to life the unforgettable hits that defined the Swing Era, including “In the Mood,” “Moonlight Serenade,” “Chattanooga Choo Choo,” […]
May21-2026
Blazing Saddles (1974)
In this satirical take on Westerns, crafty railroad worker Bart (Cleavon Little) becomes the first black sheriff of Rock Ridge, a frontier town about to be destroyed in order to make way for a new railroad. Initially, the people of Rock Ridge harbor a racial bias toward their new leader. However, they warm to him […]
Jun4-2026
A Streetcar Named Desire (1951)
Based on the play by Tennessee Williams, this renowned drama follows troubled former schoolteacher Blanche DuBois (Vivien Leigh) as she leaves small-town Mississippi and moves in with her sister, Stella Kowalski (Kim Hunter), and her husband, Stanley (Marlon Brando), in New Orleans. Blanche’s flirtatious Southern-belle presence causes problems for Stella and Stanley, who already have […]
Jun11-2026
Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971)
A sweet boy from a poor family dreams of finding one of five golden tickets hidden inside chocolate bar wrappers which will admit him to the eccentric and reclusive Willy Wonka’s magical factory. One after another, tickets are discovered by ghastly children – but will the lad find the last remaining one and have all […]
Jul2-2026
A League of Their Own (1992)
As America’s stock of athletic young men is depleted during World War II, a professional all-female baseball league springs up in the Midwest, funded by publicity-hungry candy maker Walter Harvey (Garry Marshall). Competitive sisters Dottie Hinson (Geena Davis) and Kit Keller (Lori Petty) spar with each other, scout Ernie Capadino (Jon Lovitz) and grumpy has-been […]
Jul9-2026
Jaws (1975)
When a young woman is killed by a shark while skinny-dipping near the New England tourist town of Amity Island, police chief Martin Brody (Roy Scheider) wants to close the beaches, but mayor Larry Vaughn (Murray Hamilton) overrules him, fearing that the loss of tourist revenue will cripple the town. Ichthyologist Matt Hooper (Richard Dreyfuss) […]
Aug6-2026
20,000 Leagues Under the Sea (1954)
In 1866, Professor Pierre M. Aronnax (Paul Lukas) and his assistant Conseil (Peter Lorre), stranded in San Francisco by reports of a giant sea monster attacking ships in the Pacific Ocean, are invited to join an expedition to search for the creature. During the search, they and harpooner Ned Land (Kirk Douglas) are thrown overboard […]
Aug6-2026
American Flyers (1985)
When Dr. Marcus Sommers (Kevin Costner) realizes that he and his troubled, estranged brother David (David Grant) may be prone to a fatal brain disease that runs in their family, he decides to make peace with his sibling, and invites him on a trip to the Rockies. There, the brothers bond over their shared enthusiasm […]
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What can you do at the McPherson Opera House?
Host your next event at the McPherson Opera House for an artfully decorated setting, high-tech conveniences, and exceptional service. Centrally located off Interstate 135 – 50 miles north of Wichita – the McPherson Opera House offers a convenient destination for your next business meeting, family reunion, wedding reception, or other event. Please explore the Rental Facilities page for more information.
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Then and now of the Auditorium
Although the auditorium looks much as it might have after the 1913 remodel, everything, in fact, is new. The most dramatic change was rebuilding the second balcony, which restored the space to the much more pleasing architectural ensemble intended by the original architect, George Shaffer of Abilene.
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View the McPherson Opera House now
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