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The Wright Opera House takes the COVID19 situation very seriously and we strongly encourage the use of masks. We have air purifiers in both our tavern and theatre spaces, disposable masks and hand sanitizer available throughout the building, and scheduled cleanings before and after events. As always, if you are feeling sick or have been exposed to someone with a positive COVID19 case, please refrain from attending.

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Featured Programming

WOH Art Show: Melissa Demuth

Upcoming Movies at the Wright

December 13, 7 pm

It's a Wonderful Life

Staff & Board Member movie picks

The Wright Recommends

Annual Movie Pass

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Events at the Tavern at the Wright

Murder Mystery Dinner Party

December 15, 6:30 pm

Murder at the Christmas feast: Santa impersonator Nick Gifts has been bumped off at Mullmoor Manor, but whodunit?

Yule Celebration

December 16, 1 pm

Yule Celebration at the Wright featuring Weehawken's Gingerbread Housing Project, parade and Storytime with Mrs. Claus

Open the Door to 2024

December 31, 8 pm

Join us for an Interactive New Year's Eve Experience you won’t forget. Step into the interactive event, Open the Door to 2024, and experience a night of elegance and whimsy. Get dolled up in your most dashing formal wear and unique embellishments as you explore what's behind themed resolution doors throughout our building.

WOH Art Show: Melissa Demuth

On display through January 10

This series of paintings takes the viewer into my love of the outdoors. The show features a limited paint palette, reduced and meaningful brush strokes, and a glimpse into how I see the world through art.

Ouray Winter Wine Festival

February 17

GET YOUR EARLYBIRD TICKET NOW - available until 11:59pm on Dec. 6th! Held in the beautiful and historic mining town of Ouray, Colorado, the 2nd annual Ouray Winter Wine Festival boasts unique and upscale offerings from Western Colorado’s vineyards and local purveyors within the culinary and retail markets.

A Historic Masterpiece

Built by the Wrights to counter some aspects of the mining culture, the Wright Opera House was intended to be the center of culture and arts for all of Ouray County. Now nearing a complete renovation, the Wright is fulfilling its mission as the premier performing arts venue and historic center in Ouray County.

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Print of The Wright Opera House’s Original Main Stage Curtain, 1888 “Mt. Sneffels from the Dallas Divide” Actual size of Curtain: 25’ x 11’

Original Main Stage Curtain

While we are unclear on who the painter of the Curtain is, we know that it is of a William H. Jackson photograph. When The Friends of the Wright purchased the building in 2011, two main stage curtains were discovered in the basement - The Original and The Second. The Original curtain is in a delicate state of disrepair and cannot withstand the wear and tear of constant display. The Second curtain, however, is hung on the south wall of the Theatre. Read more >>

Ouray’s top gathering venue.

Renting the Wright Opera House

Need a functional, beautiful space for your next gathering? Look no further! The Wright Opera House is ideal for your gathering, celebration or conference. Nestled in the beautiful San Juan Mountains the city of Ouray is an ideal destination. Learn more about renting the Wright by clicking here.

Weddings, Meetings & Conventions, Parties
Full Multi-media Sound System
High-speed Internet
Theater and Tavern each seat 100 guests
Full Bar
Commercial Kitchen

Weddings at the Wright

Centrally located on Main Street in Ouray Colorado, the historic Wright Opera House is the premier place in Ouray for your wedding.

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About the Friends of The Wright Opera House

Recognizing the potential to preserve and restore arts and culture in Ouray County by purchasing the historic Wright Opera House, a group of volunteers came together in 2007 and formed the non-profit organization 'Friends of the Wright Opera House'. The vision that followed was nothing short of promoting artistic, cultural and educational opportunities for all by providing a centralized venue for performing arts organizations and by restoring the facility for another century of use.

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