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About Opelika Center for the Performing Arts
Welcome to the Opelika Center for the Performing Arts, a premier venue on the campus of Opelika High School operated by East Alabama Arts. With 1,150 reserved seats, this intimate setting hosts national orchestras, Broadway tours, opera companies, dance ensembles, and renowned speakers. We’ve got you covered with practical details, transportation options, and nearby hotels and dining to simplify your visit.
Whether you’re catching a symphony, a Broadway classic, or a dance company, secure your seats through trusted partners and enjoy a seamless night out in Opelika.
Venue details and proximity matter when planning an arts night. The Opelika Center for the Performing Arts offers free parking and a high-caliber slate of performances. Transit options include free, on-demand services via Lee-Russell Public Transit (LRPT) and Phenix City Express (PEX), ensuring convenient access for guests from surrounding areas. While the 2026 Performance Series faced changes, the center remains a cornerstone of East Alabama Arts, continuing to bring national and regional talent to Opelika.
For a complete experience, consider staying at nearby hotels and dining at recommended restaurants. Secure your seats early, check show times, and enjoy a hassle-free evening shaped by a friendly, informative support network—because you’ve got a guy who can help you get the tickets you want.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Capacity: 1,150 seats.
- Address: 1700 Lafayette Parkway, Opelika, AL 36801 (on the campus of Opelika High School).
- Venue type: Performing arts center operated by East Alabama Arts (Arts Association of East Alabama).
- Seating: All seating is reserved; there is no published seating chart publicly available.
- Parking: Parking is free.
- Transit: Lee-Russell Public Transit (LRPT) provides on-demand service; Phenix City Express (PEX) offers ADA paratransit and fixed routes; all LRCOG LRPT/PEX services are free of charge.
- Nearby hotels: La Quinta Inn & Suites Opelika Auburn; Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort & Spa at Grand National; Element Opelika Auburn; Fairfield Inn & Suites Auburn Opelika.
- Notable events hosted: NSO and Alabama Symphony orchestras, Broadway tours (e.g., Annie, In the Heights, South Pacific), NYC Opera National Company, Paul Taylor Dance Company, Roseanne Cash, The 5 Browns, and other major jazz/dance/lecture events.
- Renamed/renovation note: The Southside Center for the Arts (Barbara H. Patton Southside Center for the Arts) was renamed in 2025; the Opelika Center for the Performing Arts itself remains in operation.
- 2026 update: East Alabama Arts paused the 2026 Performance Series with cancellations (e.g., Choir of Man, Cirque Kalabante) and relocation of some performances.