After a couple of Covid years in a larger venue, the Wayside Grange concerts have returned to the…read moreWayside Theater. We attended some of their concerts in Dover-Foxcroft, but it is nice having them back in Dexter and in the intimate theater. Most recently, we went to a brunch there, but we also enjoyed the first concert of the summer, a singer/songwriting duo, and I expect we will attend every concert that comes along. The stage is up a flight of stairs but they should have their lift chair ready to provide access by the next show. The theater area is dark, at least for me as I have discovered my night vision has deteriorated over the last six months. We sat in the back so I wouldn't be stumbling into seats or people I couldn't see clearly. Great people run the Grange, so if you like a variety of acoustic music, be sure to support their efforts..

This is a fantastic place to experience local talent in a welcoming and comfortable setting. The…read moreperformances are always entertaining, and it's clear how much passion and effort goes into every show. The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful, making the entire experience enjoyable from the moment you walk in. The theater itself has a cozy atmosphere that makes it easy to sit back and enjoy the performance. Highly recommend checking it out if you're looking for a great night out and want to support local arts.

I spent a pleasant evening at the Penobscot Theatre Company as part of last month's Maine Book…read moreFestival. I was on a panel about suspense and the influence of Stephen King, and it was fun to have that event in the heart of Derry/Bangor. The theater was attractive, with a nice stage and a spacious seating area. There were some cool chandeliers that looked like crystal jellyfish. I gather that the theater is a town landmark and important cultural institution, putting on a full roster of shows when it isn't hosting one-off literary events. There was a little bar off to one side of the theater, apparently called The Stage Door. I hung out there with friends and new acquaintances before and after the panel. I got to try two cans of local beer, the Orono Tubular Hazy IPA and the Sacred Profane Dark Lager. Both were delicious beers that I never see at home. I had a lovely time at the Penobscot Theatre Company and am glad I got to visit on my first trip to Maine. I'd recommend it for all your Bangor theater needs, as well as any events about the great Stephen King.

This is an attractive venue with a lot going for its. It holds just 800 people so there aren't…read morereally many bad seats that I could see. We were in the rear of the first floor orchestra section and it was fine. Parking is fairly easy to find, even during Christmas shopping time like when we went. They are trying to do the right thing currently during Clovis, requiring masks and proof of vaccination. Of course they can't do much about the losers who take them off once they sit down. They made an announcement, but you can hardly except volunteers to go around and enforce the rule and risk a scene with a yahoo. I only had a minor beef with them when we went: our show started 20 minutes late . There was no obvious reason as attendees had stopped coming in. Normally I wouldn't have cared, but it had started snowing earlier and I would have preferred to hit the road sooner and gotten home before midnight. It was a stressful drive, but that wouldn't prevent me from attending another event -- perhaps not in the dead of winter, though!

A great place to catch a show. The seats are comfortable and there is not a bad seat in the house…read morefor the most part. There are two support columns so if you are sitting in certain seats on the right side or left side of the 3rd balcony there may be a slight obstruction. I was there for a concert so it was not a huge deal but if it was a show or play it would have been more problematic. The staff is friendly and helpful. The acoustics are great. Beautiful, old opera house.

The legacy of Tony Montanaro lives on at Celebration Barn. A magical place to train for performance…read moreartists, and a jewel of a variety theater with shows every Saturday through the summer.

We recently attended a classical music performance by the Bangor Symphony Orchestra held here at…read morethe Collins Center. What a difference between this facility and others we have visited. My wife has mobility issues, and the Merrill Auditorium and Bangor's outdoor amphitheater apparently do not want her to attend. Concerts in both of those places were ordeals in comparison. But where the Collins Center is concerned, there is plenty of parking, including handicapped spaces, right next to the building. And plenty of leg room in all the aisles. This place joins a very short list of indoor venues we are willing to plan on attending.

No refunds here. The story is concert was postponed and no one has any idea when. Don't hide behind…read morethe promoter Waterfront Concerts. Do the right thing and see that moneys are refunded. The 200$ means more to me than it ever will to you.

What a unique and wonderful find!…read more I wanted to see a movie that came out less than two weeks ago, but when I searched showtimes my usual (closer to home) theater had no more showings. But Maine Film Center was listed with showtimes, so I decided to give this new place a try! And I'm so glad I did! The building and amenities are all new and stunning! The theater was small but had very comfortable seats (all with cup holders). The audio and visual quality was excellent too. I bought a small popcorn too and it was the best popcorn I've ever had at a movie theater! The popcorn kernels had great natural flavor and were enhanced only with a sprinkle of salt and the optional butter, which tasted like real melted butter. There was no taste of icky oils and powders like at other movie theaters. However, for those wanting a bolder flavor, there was an array of popcorn seasonings on the counter for customers to add to their popcorn if they so choose. The staff was also pleasant and helpful, helping me with my transactions, pointing me in the direction of restrooms, and answering any of my questions. I highly recommend the Maine Film Center and I look forward to going back!

Everything is fabulous! Sparkling new indie cinema facility. Great film choices. Best popcorn in…read morethe world!!!!!!!!

Acadia Repertory Theater!! A Hidden Gem 8 miles from Bar…read moreHarbor on Route 102 Somesville Last night we Saw an amazing and hysterical production of Souvenir - " A Fantasia on the life of Florence Jenkins" HIGHLY recommend A unique theater celebrating its 51st summer season! We absolutely loved the show and it highly exceeded our expectations !

This is an adorable local theatre with great actors acting out a great story. We saw Red Herring…read moreand throroghly enjoyed the performance which lasted just over 2 hours with intermission. The venue is small but comfortable and there's no bad seat on the house.

I went to witness a Led Zeppelin show this week and was not disappointed. I wish the sound quality…read morewas much better. It sounded to me like it was coming through a car stereo or a record player with little speakers. The optics were average but good for the venue. I saw much better in Tampa but again, for the area, they were fine. 45 minutes of good music and average optics. It was a fun way to spend an afternoon.

New Randolph residents here! We attended our first event at Johnson Hall this past weekend…read more Feed Your Neighbor, a fundraiser for Chrysalis Place - the local food bank. We were warmly welcomed, and graciously thanked for attending. It was like going home to family, not a stiff cold theater at all! The inside has been extensively renovated and is BEAUTIFUL! When you purchase a drink at the bar, it comes in a reusable, lidded cup. Please save this!!! You save $1 on drinks the next time you come! I loved learning the history of this historic building. Can't wait to be back for another event.

Delightful small theater that offers a variety of events. Worth paying attention to: they have been…read moregetting great acts. It's nice to have a small theater; there is no bad seat and the atmosphere is intimate.

I've been to this theater twice and it's been so so. Pricing is decent, the food options are OK,…read morestaff have been more kinda not cool than cool though you have a mix of both. This last experience was a couple days ago to watch the Nosferatu movie and the movie started. They didn't close any of the doors or even turn the lights off. The light wash on the screen was awful, as you can see in the video clip. I also was sitting in the back in a chair that was busted listening to the movies across the hall because all of the theater doors are open. I went out and shut the doors for the theaters right around our and then the doors for Narato so that I can actually listen to the Nosferatu movie not every other movie that had allowed crash bang audio track. Not a lot of options around and the theater is not bad, it's just I was left unimpressed. Also, the popcorn gives me a major stomach ache

The place looks a little off but when you get in it looks like any non special cinema, which is…read morefine. You can check out by yourself and get your tickets printed. The ladies at the counter where okay, not over the top but also not bad. The popcorn was good but super salty. Now, I had read some of the reviews before coming and I was afraid about having a bad experience like some said they did but for my surprise I had a regular time in a regular cinema! THE LIGHTS WHERE OFF!!! And THE DOORS WHERE CLOSED!!! Lucky me lol. The sit was a little hard but also the movie was somewhat long. And for last, the bathroom smell good and looked decent.