Despite major structural damage during Hurricane Ian, the Historic Heard Opera House representatives rallied early and were able to rebuild and renovate the entire roof, walls and interior.
Some parts of the building are still under renovation, but the opera house and interior shops are fully open and operating.
The Heard Opera House reopened earlier this year, playing host to a series of weekend events and nightly live music showcases and activities. Opera house managers Krissy Constantino and Danny Mastrodonato have since turned the building into a nightlife destination in downtown Arcadia, where most businesses typically close by 5 p.m.
"We are and have been fully open for months," Opera House manager Krissy Consantino said. "We have most weekends booked up and our studio spaces are always open. There is something to do nearly every night."
The venue is also available to rent for private parties.
Along with its theater and stage, the opera house hosts a variety of small businesses and music studios.
Opera house runners also recently wrapped a week-long theater summer camp for kids that concluded with a performance of the school musical "I Need a Vacation." Family members filled the theater to watch the performance.
For more information, find Heard Opera House at Facebook.com/OperaHouseArcadia, or call 863-444-6570.
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106 W Oak St
Arcadia, FL 34266