About Sopchoppy Theater & Conference Center
About Us
The Sopchoppy Theater & Conference Center is Wakulla County’s premier destination for culture, community, and business. Housed in the historic former Sopchoppy High School, our venue combines vintage charm with modern amenities.
Live Performances
We are the proud home of the Wakulla Community Theater and the legendary Sopchoppy Opry. Our auditorium offers professional acoustics and tiered seating for an immersive experience.
Conference & Event Center
Our facility is fully equipped to host professional gatherings and private events with a unique, historic atmosphere.
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Corporate Events: Retreats, strategy sessions, and training workshops.
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Seminars and Galas: Featuring full AV support, stage projection, and flexible seating.
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Community Meetings: Town halls, educational seminars, and private celebrations.
History of Sopchoppy Theater
The Sopchoppy Theatre building was originally a store. Walter Revell put in a theatre during World War II that was only open on Saturday nights. It was closed for a short time and reopened by 1956 under Hodge Bros. as the Hodges Theatre. It had a seating capacity for 150 persons and a 16mm projector. It had little heat and no air conditioning. Admission was 25 or 30 cents. D.L. Strickland bought and operated it for 6-7 years and then returned it to a store and warehouse. The emergence of television contributed to its closing down.
History text by Jeff Davies.
