Built 1832 for William Taylor. Used as a touring venue by the Walsham Opera Company and other touring companies. From the 1900s, also used by the Wexford Amateur Light Opera Society. 1942 major interior alterations. Subsequently used as a cinema, but also used by amateur theatre companies. Since 1951, home to the "Wexford Festival Opera", an annual festival of rarely performed opera. From 1973-2000, most neighbouring houses could be acquired in order to extend the theatre: 1973 extension of the foyers, 1979 improvement of backstage area, 1987 auditorium extension and rebuilding of the roof, 1993 rebuilding of foyers, 1999 improvement and extension of backstage area (making it possible for the conductor to reach the orchestra pit from backstage without having to walk through the auditorium or having to use an outdoor shortcut). A major rebuilding and extension is being planned.

Link: www.wexfordopera.com