CRS Barn Studio is a dynamic arts and culture center located in Ithaca, New York, dedicated to promoting innovative performing arts experiences. With a strong emphasis on community involvement, the studio serves as both a creative space and a performance venue, specializing in unique cross-genre productions that blend classical music, opera, and American folk traditions. The organization is best known for producing the Opera Cowpokes, an imaginative series that reimagines operatic works in a Western-themed, accessible format, appealing to diverse audiences across age groups and cultural backgrounds.

As a year-round hub for artistic expression, CRS Barn Studio hosts original performances, workshops, and artist residencies that foster collaboration and creative experimentation. It supports both emerging and established performers by offering a nurturing environment for the development of new works. The studio’s idyllic rural setting adds to its charm, providing audiences and artists with an intimate, immersive experience.

CRS Barn Studio is also deeply committed to arts education and outreach, frequently engaging with local schools and community organizations to expand cultural access. Its programming reflects a mission to make the performing arts inclusive and relatable with an emphasis on storytelling, humor, and cultural fusion.

Key Services:

– Original opera and musical theater productions
– Performance venue for music and dramatic arts
– Artist residencies and collaborative workshops
– Community outreach and educational programming
– Cross-genre music and theatrical performances
– Opera Cowpokes series featuring Western-themed adaptations