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Bardavon Opera House

35 Market Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
845-473-2072
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Ranked #2 of 11 attractions in Poughkeepsie
4.5 of 5 stars 16 Reviews
Type: Theatres
Description: New York State's longest continually-running theater.
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Cornwall, New York
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012

The little opera house itself is very nice but could be a little better maintained. More

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Hopewell Junction, New York
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37 reviews 37 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012

I love to see plays here. It has the 'old schoo' feel of a theatre. More

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Washington, District of Columbia, United States
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2012

I attend the Met in HD performances there. Acoustics great, historic interior. Varied programs from rock stars to bands to opera. More

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Poughkeepsie, New York
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2012

we have enjoyed our many visits to the opera house. they offer a nice selection of different shows and concerts in a wonderfully restored theater. The acoustics are very good. More

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Poughkeepsie, New York
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2012

this is a classic opera house, beautiful and with great sound. Visit and enjoy any venue. While I have been on the floor, loved being in the balcony the last time I was there. Support the local arts! More

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hughsonville ny 12537
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2012

I love the old feeling of the building. Good shows and performances are held there. More

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newyork
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5 reviews 5 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2012

The live from the met performances are wonderful. The new sound system enhances the performances.Fun seeing the opers with other people. A lot cheaper than going to NYC and the "seats" are better More

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New York City, New York
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34 reviews 34 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
93 helpful votes 93 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2012
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Ever since a friend who lives in Staunton, VA., told us how much he liked the Met's Live in HD series, we've been trying to find the right place to attend. Because we live in New Castle, we tried White Plains, but it's a food court with screening rooms attached, and you cannot get away from the adjoining noise and... More

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Fairfield, Connecticut
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 March 2012
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This old opera house was fabulous; well maintained, coffee/tea served in lobby pre-show, comfortable seats; very enjoyable and would return for another show. More

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Beacon, NY
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 February 2012

This historic theater is worth visiting for just about any show they have, including the $5 movies they show on a lot of Friday nights.  They have a free organ recital on an old pipe organ before the shows. More

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