With the threat of a sheriff's sale from unpaid taxes, a non-profit organization, the Old Bastrop Opera House Association, was chartered in 1979. The association took possession of the building and launched a program of historic restoration with professional guidance and volunteer fundraising and labor. Under the direction of Chester Eitze, Executive Director since 1984, volunteers from board member to actors and stage crews continue to uphold the tradition of performing arts programming. The quality of acting and directing drew raves and brought well-deserved notoriety to Bastrop and the theater. The Bastrop Opera House offers family entertainment year-round at modest prices.
Tour groups are welcome at special matinee attractions or evening theatricals.