Theater in Portland

Portland Theaters & Cinemas

Portland’s performing arts landscape spans from grand historic landmarks to intimate community spaces. The 1,908-seat Merrill Auditorium houses the famous Kotzschmar Organ, while the 1929 State Theatre offers a Spanish-inspired setting for national touring acts. Smaller venues like the St. Lawrence Arts Center, located in a former 19th-century church, and the Portland Stage Company in the historic Mechanic's Hall focus on contemporary productions. For film enthusiasts, the Nickelodeon Cinemas provides a central hub for independent and first-run movies in the Old Port.