The historic opera house in Virginia City once again plays host to musical prowess and the performing arts
VIRGINIA CITY, Nevada (May 9, 2023) – Historic Piper’s Opera House in Virginia City, Nevada, hosts Black Irish Band, May 20, 2023, on the same stage that once welcomed President Grant, Buffalo Bill, Al Jolson, Mark Twain and many more icons of days gone by. Today, the famed opera house plays host to performing arts once again in hosting a band with Celtic, Spanish and Italian roots performing historic songs of miners, cowboys, railroaders, sailors and more.
Hailing from Gold Rush Country, the four-member Black Irish Band has performed more than 500 concerts around the world, creating an original sound of progressive folk music. They excel at Irish and Scottish, Italian, and American folk music with an assortment of original songs and traditional western ballads with a musical style that captures the spirit of the men and women who tamed the Wild West. The band boasts 25 album recordings and nearly 100 original songs.
Tickets are now on sale for the May 20 concert for $15 in advance online at PipersOperaHouse.com or $20 at the door the day of. Also May 20, Virginia City hosts Chili on the Comstock, a chili tasting and craft beer tour event from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. May 20 and 21. Plan now for a weekend in Virginia City with chili, craft beer and an evening concert at the famous Piper’s Opera House.
For tickets or more information, visit PipersOperaHouse.com or call 775-847-0433.
Piper’s Opera House, located in the historic district of Virginia City, Nev., is a living legend serving as a critical performing arts center for the region. It is listed in the League of Historic Theaters and is known for having attracted famous stars from all over the world during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The theater operates now as a significant, premier vintage center hosting everything from theatrical performances to concerts, family reunions and weddings.
