General Information
The Haskell Opera House is a remarkable 400-seat theatre with near-perfect sight lines and ambiophonic sound await you. It caters to the surrounding communities in both English and French on both sides of the Canada-US border. Every year, an eclectic mix of avid audiences, performers, and tourists grace this heritage site with their presence and curiosity to watch theatre, dance, music, and everything in between.
As patrons of the only theatre in North America that straddles the Canadian-American border, you may find yourselves seated in the United States or Canada, while enjoying live performances and entertainment on the stage located in Canada.
We look forward to welcoming you as a performer or as an audience member here at the Haskell Opera House.
As patrons of the only theatre in North America that straddles the Canadian-American border, you may find yourselves seated in the United States or Canada, while enjoying live performances and entertainment on the stage located in Canada.
We look forward to welcoming you as a performer or as an audience member here at the Haskell Opera House.
General Information
Getting Here
The Haskell Opera House is located on Church Street in Stanstead if you are in Canada, or on Caswell Avenue in Derby Line if you are in the United States.
It is located a few minutes drive off the US91 Highway or Quebec’s 55 Highway.
It is located a few minutes drive off the US91 Highway or Quebec’s 55 Highway.
Hours
Venue (availability)
Monday to Sunday 9 am to 9 pm
Hours may be extended due to scheduled events or performances.
Box Office
Tuesday to Friday 10 am to 5 pm
Saturday 10 am to 2 pm
Monday to Sunday 9 am to 9 pm
Hours may be extended due to scheduled events or performances.
Box Office
Tuesday to Friday 10 am to 5 pm
Saturday 10 am to 2 pm
What to Expect
- Comfortable seating in the theatre (cushions available for a nominal fee)
- On-site box office
- Limited wheelchair access (reserved elevator)
- Two flights of stairs to the theatre
- Free parking in the surrounding area
In accordance with Federal Law and U.S. Dept of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.
Box Office & Ticket Sales
Tickets may be purchased during the regular office hours of the library (see below) or at the box office a half-hour before show time. Tickets for some shows may be available online.
Admissions
Admissions
- All individuals require a ticket to gain entry to ticketed events.
- Theatre management reserves the right to refuse admission and refund the ticket price to any individual.
- All ticket sales are final.
- All events, programs, artists, prices, times, and dates are subject to change.
Gift Certificates
Gift certificates are the perfect gift and available for purchase in any denomination and redeemable for tickets at the Haskell Free Library during regular business hours.
Parking
US: Visitors from the United States may park in the Haskell Opera House parking lot on Caswell Avenue. Parking is also available on Main Street, Baxter Avenue, and Pelow Hill.
Canada: Visitors from Canada may park on Church Street, Phelps Street, Baxter Street, or in the municipal parking lot off Phelps Street.
Canada: Visitors from Canada may park on Church Street, Phelps Street, Baxter Street, or in the municipal parking lot off Phelps Street.
Entrance
The Haskell Opera House has a single entrance, located in the United States.
To access the Haskell Opera House, visitors from Canada must park on the Canadian side and follow the sidewalk from Church Street to the entrance. Upon leaving the building, they must return to Canada by going back the same way.
As the only entrance to the Haskell Opera House is in the United States, all non-American visitors passing through the US to enter the Haskell Opera House must understand that their movements will be monitored by the US Border Patrol and the RCMP.
Passports and visas are not required to enter the Haskell Opera House. However, please be aware that both the US Border Patrol and the RCMP have the right to ask to see personal identification and detain anyone who is not of legal status. You are encouraged to bring your personal identification.
To access the Haskell Opera House, visitors from Canada must park on the Canadian side and follow the sidewalk from Church Street to the entrance. Upon leaving the building, they must return to Canada by going back the same way.
As the only entrance to the Haskell Opera House is in the United States, all non-American visitors passing through the US to enter the Haskell Opera House must understand that their movements will be monitored by the US Border Patrol and the RCMP.
Passports and visas are not required to enter the Haskell Opera House. However, please be aware that both the US Border Patrol and the RCMP have the right to ask to see personal identification and detain anyone who is not of legal status. You are encouraged to bring your personal identification.
Accessibility
The Haskell Opera House provides accessible seating to accommodate four (4) wheelchairs. It is equipped with a ramp and an elevator to facilitate attendance by people with reduced mobility.
To inquire about accessible seating, please contact us at 1 888 626-2060.
To inquire about accessible seating, please contact us at 1 888 626-2060.
Seating Map (coming soon)
The Haskell Opera House has a seating capacity of 400, in addition to providing access for up to four (4) wheelchairs.
Food & Beverage
Food and beverage services may be available during certain events and performances.
Only food and beverage purchased on-site will be allowed during events and performances. Food is not permitted inside the theatre and must be consumed before entering the theatre.
Only food and beverage purchased on-site will be allowed during events and performances. Food is not permitted inside the theatre and must be consumed before entering the theatre.
Etiquette
Late Arrivals
- Latecomers will be seated at the first suitable opportunity as deemed by theatre management.
- Use of cameras, audio, and video recorders are prohibited during performances.
- Mobile phones, pagers, and electronic devices must be turned off at all times during performances..
- Every person must have a ticket in order to be admitted to a performance. This policy applies to everyone, including children and infants.
- Please be aware that some audience members may have allergies and so please refrain from wearing cologne and perfume.
- Filming, photography, and/or recordings may occur at the Haskell Opera House. By entering the venue and being present during a performance, you consent to being photographed, filmed, and/or otherwise recorded.
- Public health regulators have lifted face-mask measures, but these measures remain encouraged.
Guided Tours
You may Book-A-Tour to visit the Haskell Free Library & Opera House:
Note that tours may be unavailable on performance days.
- 30-minute guided tours
- Tour group maximum of 10 visitors at a time
- Cost: $5 per adult
- Free for children under 12 years of age
Note that tours may be unavailable on performance days.
For More Information
For more information about the venue, please contact the Haskell Opera House Director.
