SORG aims to provide programming and services that make an essential contribution to the cultural economy, economic revitalization, education, and quality of life of Middletown, Ohio and its region.

 Our Mission

To become a center for, and partner in, the greater cultural, historical and economic communities of Middletown and the region

““It is encouraging to see additional private investment in our Downtown area. The historic Sorg Opera House has served Middletown for over 125 years; it’s exciting to hear of plans to restore this important piece of our historic fabric tied to the arts in our community,” .”
— Larry Mulligan, Jr., former Mayor City of Middletown

What We've Achieved

  • Clean out and stabilization of the Sorg complex (October, 2012 & ongoing)

  • New or repaired roofing/drainage systems a major priority (May, 2013)

  • Acquired non-profit status (2014)

  • Through a grant from the Duke Energy Foundation, hired Glaserworks Architectural (July, 2013)

  • In-kind donation of 985 Cincinnati Music Hall seats, (May, 2016)

  • Removed drop ceiling, exposing 2nd balcony (2016)

  • Repaired and restored bathrooms through a grant from the Nippert Foundation (2017)

  • Repaired and replaced fire escape doors and sprinkler systems (2017)

  • Acquired Temporary Occupancy (Sept 2017)

  • Hosted soft-reopening featuring the Butler Philharmonic Orchestra (Sept 24, 2017)

  • Awarded funding in 2018 through the State of Ohio Capital Budget for HVAC and on-going renovations.

  • Installed HVAC, upgraded electrical and other building improvements (March, 2019)

““The Sorg Opera Revitalization Group, Inc (SORG) does not and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, gender or gender expression, age, ancestry, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These include, but not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection and retention of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. SORG remains committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all team members, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, patrons, and clients.””