The Alaska Center of the Performing Arts

Anchorage Opera performances are held at the Alaska Center for the Performing Arts. Located in the heart of downtown Anchorage, the Center first opened its doors in 1988. The Center consists of three uniquely Alaskan theatres and houses over 200,000 patrons each year.

Sydney Laurence Theatre

The Sydney Laurence Theatre is named after the Alaskan painter whose work is now displayed in the Smithsonian Institution’s National Collection of Fine Arts and the Anchorage Museum of History and Art. The auditorium has a calming palette of blues, grays, and mauves reflected in the seating upholstery entitled “Forest Floor,” designed by Alaskan resident Hugh McPeck. The asymmetrical seating arrangement features open boxes and seats 340.

Anchorage Museum

Anchorage Opera performances and special events are also hosted at the Anchorage Museum. Located in downtown Anchorage, the museum is a premier cultural institution showcasing Alaska’s rich history and contemporary art. It offers a dynamic space for performances and events, drawing visitors with its captivating exhibits and community programs.

The Anchorage Museum is a premier cultural institution located in downtown Anchorage, offering a vibrant venue for Anchorage Opera events. The museum showcases Alaska’s rich history and contemporary art, providing a dynamic space for performances. With a thoughtfully designed interior and captivating exhibits, the museum creates an immersive experience for visitors. The museum’s modern facilities and community-focused programs make it an ideal location for both intimate and large-scale events, reflecting the artistic spirit of Anchorage.

Anchorage Opera acknowledges that we gather and are performing on the traditional lands of the Dena’ina Athabascans.
For thousands of years the Dena’ina have been and continue to be the stewards of this land.
It is with gratefulness and respect that we recognize the contributions, innovations, and contemporary perspectives of the upper Cook Inlet Dena’ina.