Arts & Entertainment
From mind-bending magic to live music, theater, woodworking classes and a week-long celebration of traditional Appalachian music, Marlinton packs a lot of culture into a small town.
The Opera House
http://www.pocahontasoperahouse.org
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The Opera House is Pocahontas County’s premier performing arts center. An intimate venue, with seating for about 250, the Opera House is part of the West Virginia Historic Theatre Trail. Its annual performance series brings more than a dozen performances on its stage each year, ranging from bluegrass to jazz, folk to musical theatre and everything in between.
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818 Third Avenue
Marlinton, WV 24954
304-799-6645
events@pocahontasoperahouse.org
The Magic Parlour
Join magician Chet Shifflett for an evening of magic and mentalism. Enjoy an intimate atmosphere reminiscent of turn of the century parlour-style performances.
The Magic Parlour promises a memorable, fun and relaxed experience for all. Don’t miss out on this unique style of live entertainment.
Reservations are required. Call by 4 p.m. the day of the show. Admission is $10 per person. See the event calendar for show dates
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1101 10th Avenue
Marlinton, WV 24954
304-799-6885
chetshifflett@yahoo.com
Pocahontas Woods
http://www.pocahontaswoods.org/
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Pocahontas Woods is a non-profit organization dedicated to developing a thriving community of high-end furniture makers in Pocahontas County, West Virginia, and the surrounding area. They operate a training program for beginning and intermediate woodworkers and provide support for woodworking businesses, including a variety of machinery available to rent. Small class sizes and dedicated instructors provide for a more personalized educational experience.
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503 Third Avenue
Marlinton, WV 24954
304-799-6985
Allegheny Echoes
http://www.alleghenyechoes.com
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Allegheny Echoes is the concept of a group of West Virginia musicians and writers who wish to promote, support, preserve, and teach their own art without distracting influences. Their goal is to provide an accurate representation of West Virginia art that is not packaged and altered to appeal to a specific market. There is a strong emphasis placed on West Virginia tradition with an overall look toward the embracing Appalachian culture. The Annual Summer Workshops present a study and celebration of West Virginia and Appalachian culture and heritage. It is an opportunity for students to join accomplished, honored performers for a week of instruction and fun in beautiful Pocahontas County.
RR2 Box 128M
Marlinton, WV 24954
(304) 799-7121
muckle_h@hotmail.com
