Oakland Metro Operahouse Shows Must See Performances

The Oakland Metro Operahouse is a black-box theater located the corner of 2nd St. and Broadway, downtown, just one block from Jack London Square.

Published: August, 2006

The Oakland Metro Operahouse is a black-box theater located the corner of 2nd St. and Broadway, downtown, just one block from Jack London Square.

Oakland Metro opened on Dec.1, 2001 with the Oakland Opera Theater’s production of Gertrude Stein’s Four Saints in Three Acts. This non-profit arts space / live performance venue features a wide range of entertainment – from opera to hip-hop to theater, rock, theater, spoken word, comedy, cabaret, dance – shows that are a must-see.

The Operahouse is a 3,000 square ft. converted warehouse with 22 ft. ceilings and 16 ft. windows on three full sides, making it a dramatic location for intimately-sized events. It is equipped with a full theatrical lighting system, state of the art sound reinforcement and a full bar.

For another look at Oakland’s Metro Operahouse and a list of current shows, visit www.oaklandmetro.org.