Gibbons, chieftain of the Lone Star rock ‘n’ roll trio ZZ Top since its formation over 55 years ago. But the long proclaimed “little ol’ band from Texas” is not the sole vehicle for Gibbons’ mash-up ...

Why they’re someone to watch in 2025: Despite many local performing groups closing, the Lexington Theatre Company is in the ...

Jan. 15, 1886: The theater that became the Lexington Opera House is destroyed by fire. In the late 1800s, Lexington was considered the “Athens of the West” because of its place on pioneers ...

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Comedian Eddie B at the Lexington Opera House Teachers unite! Comedian Eddie B, whose act focuses on the frustrations of teachers, will be at the Lexington Opera House 8 p.m. Jan. 4. A former ...

This program showcases students from University of Kentucky Opera Theatre performing selections from "Carmen," "La Traviata," "Die Fledermaus," and more at the Opera House in Lexington under the ...

www.LexingtonTheatreCompany.org Performances at the Lexington Opera House Equity’s contracts prohibit discrimination. Equity is committed to diversity and encourages all its employers to engage ...

The celebration of the 10th anniversary of the Lexington Theatre Company features Broadway guest stars who have been featured in previous productions at The Lex. You can put your detective skills ...

Don Williams rides a bulldozer Oct. 10, 1974 as the restoration of the Lexington Opera House continues in downtown Lexington. The historic theatre at the corner of West Short Street and South ...

Editor’s Note: As Lexington celebrates the 250th anniversary of its founding, the Herald-Leader and kentucky.com each day throughout 2025 will share interesting facts about our hometown.