The Sarah and Ernest Butler Performance Center

Welcome to Austin's newest cultural hub presenting year-round cultural experiences by dozens of local arts organizations! The Center is home to state-of-the-art Sangeeta Teresa Mai and Hai Nguyen Theater and the Austin Opera administrative offices.

5811 Trade Center Drive, Building 1, Austin, TX 78744

Upcoming Events

Conductor Cues: Thaïs

Saturday, October 31 | 6:00 pm

Get a behind-the-scenes look at Austin Opera's upcoming production of Thaïs with conductor Timothy Myers, stage director Crystal Manich, and special guests!

Entr'acte presents RENT

Sunday, November 8 | 2:00 pM & 6:00 pm

Entr’acte closes its fourth concert season with Jonathan Larson’s groundbreaking musical. Featuring an exceptional cast of local performers, RENT comes alive to the beat of la vie bohème!

Directions & Parking

Austin Opera’s Sarah and Ernest Butler Performance Center is located at 5811 Trade Center Drive, Building 1, Austin, TX 78744.

The entrance to the Sangeeta Teresa Mai and Hai Nguyen Theater is on the opposite side of the of the building, directly next to the covered parking, and is visible when you park.

Free onsite guest parking is available at no extra cost to patrons. Parking is located on opposite side of the Center and directly next to the entrance to the theater. Parking can be accessed from the entrances on Comsouth Drive and Trade Center Drive. Additional parking is available at Tri-Supply after business hours.

Hotel Partner

Austin Opera is happy to partner with Hotel Van Zandt for the 2026-2027 season. Guests who visit Austin for opera or events at the Center can receive a special rate!

Reservations can be made by calling 512-542-5300 and mentioning Austin Opera, or by booking online: www.hotelvanzandt.com and using the corporate code AUSOPERA.
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