Cresco Theatre & Opera House

Pure luck got me inside this lovely theatre. I arrived at a time when the theatre was closed but the stage door was propped open. A local carpenter was building sets for an upcoming stage production. He okayed my desire to explore and supplied information on how to contact the theatre manager. The theatre is abundant with gilded (gold leaf?) plaster and an impressive chandelier in the foyer. Seating capacity on the main floor is approximately 204 plus another 233 in the balcony. Adult admission is $8.00 plus an extra $2.00 for 3D screenings. There are beautiful murals above the proscenium. The second floor has a separate entrance and is occupied by Chaplin Hall. A multi-functional space with a seating capacity of 100 and an apartment which used to be occupied by the manager of the theatre. The third floor is currently used for storage. Although movies are an important part of the theatre’s venue, concerts an plays round out the venues. The theatre is run by both paid staff and volunteers.