I recently attended a concert here and it was my first time ever going to the State, an iconic…read morePortland landmark. Getting into the theater was attacked tricky as there was a lot of road construction happening nearby and the sidewalk was partially closed. I found on street parking just two blocks away. Upon entering, everything was easy to locate, bar, merch counter, bathrooms. They even had big water thermoses and paper cups if you didn't want to buy a drink. There were ushers floating around, so I had no problem finding my seat. I did explore up to the upper level and was surprised there wasn't any real lighting in that staircase. After the concert, exiting is a little crowded. Being an old building, the doors are fairly narrow. Overall, it was a nice evening and I will definitely go back!

The state theater is a historical venue, we can to see Lucy Darling!…read more Great show, we were on the first floor balcony, lower level and had a Great view. There is a couple of bars in the venue and bathrooms on both floors. Challenging for handicapped friends. We did not eat anything we ate before we came to the show and plenty of options in the area. Service was prompt and staff were great.

Friendly atmosphere. Loved the barn that the band played in. Good sound. Great drinks. Big fan of…read morethe outdoor space with tables and chairs.

It was ok. I just don't think it's worth the 30$ cover charge to get in. Drinks were mediocre for…read morean espresso martini. For that price of a cover charge I would expect my martini in a glass cup vs a plastic one. The barn itself is nice if you were to host an event however going for live music wasn't worth the price IMO

I saw Anastasia: The Musical when it was on Broadway, so I wasn't sure what to expect when I went…read moreto see the MSMT production. I was blown away by the theater, the production value, and the quality of the performers. Any of those actors could have stood on the Broadway stage and fit right in. The building, Pickard Theater, is beautiful and looks like an old church. The ushers were friendly and helpful. We were sitting midway back in the balcony and had a perfect view of the stage. I doubt there's a bad seat in the house. The tickets were more expensive than we expected but it was absolutely worth it!

I saw West Side Story yesterday. Just WOW! I've been going to performances at this venue for many…read moreyears and they are always great, but this totally took the cake. Interesting, complicated set design, great casting, great performances by the principals. But the best part was the production numbers. Amazing dancing. Also, this year there is a shuttle so that parking is less of a hassle. This is the last play of the season and there is still time to see it. Highly recommend. Wish there was a way to give 10 stars!

It has always been a joy to come to this small intimate theater where everyone is made to feel at…read morehome. The productions are world class!

Our first visit to Footlights Theater last evening was a surprising pleasure! "Pie in the Sky" was…read morea poignant, sometimes funny story, perfectly acted and staged in a single set, a kitchen. The theater is very small, which promotes the feeling of sitting in the corner of the kitchen, watching the action. Great experience! We will definitely be back!

On Sunday 02/15/2026, I went with a friend to see William Shakespeare's MacBeth at The Portland…read morePlayers' theater in South Portland. I thought the production was perfect: a very minimal stage set which allowed the actors and William Shakespeare's words to shine. The actors were AMAZING. Kudos to all involved. The ticket cost $20 which was more than reasonable so I added some cash to one of the donation boxes in the lobby.

This is always wonderful time spent with friends and family! Portland players always does a…read morefantastic job! Beauty and the beast did not disappoint!

I am a big fan of community theater and especially a place like Lyric. The prices are fair, the…read moreactors do a great job, and they put on some great shows. I have seen "Avenue Q", "The Producers", "The Pirates of Penzance", and "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee". Each performance was great. And you can the performers put a ton dedication into each show. Convenient to Portland and a large parking lot are near by. This is great different thing to do around Portland. Check them out online and see what shows they have to offer!

Community theatre at it's best!…read more It's hard to say what I miss most about Lyric, performing on the stage or all the great people I met there!

September 2026 We came to see…read more "THE Producers! It was EXCELLENT Ogunquit interpretation of the show was Top Notch! The show is growing on me. 9/10

Maine, Ogunquit: Living in NYC, there are so many extraordinary theater/arts experiences available,…read morebut I have always wanted to visit theaters across the country. The Ogunquit Playhouse is one of the original "summer stock" theaters and has produced countless musicals. My friends and I planned a quick road trip to see some of our favorite actors in Hello Dolly... all aspects of the production were incredible ... actors, musicians, sets, costumes, etc. Can't wait to come back! It was a wonderful experience.

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 can't believe this place doesn't have a single Yelp Review…read more PLEASE, somebody, TELL ME YOU'VE BEEN HERE! I should start this review by saying that I was born and raised right in quaint little Harrison, Maine (and had never been either)... Smack dab in the middle of 2 beautiful lakes and surround by mountains. It. Is. Perfect. We're small and quiet and we like it that way. So it may surprise you to hear that it's home to "Maine's Most Enchanting Theatre", which was built in 1935 by Enrica Clay Dillon, who was a prominent opera singer and sister in law to Clark Gable! (I learned all this last night at my very first show, so naturally I gotta drop some knowledge on y'all!) It's a 350 seat theatre built of rose hemlock and the second you walk in the doors you can understand why the word "enchanting" is used to describe it. It's a woodsy, warm & inviting place. Not a bad seat in the house, however in the middle of July it does get quite toasty in there considering it has barn doors and camp style windows, (remember -- enchanting) .. Last night, I accompanied my grandmother to see "Open The Door For 3" which is an incredibly talented Celtic Trio. I know there was an Irish Guitar player... and a lady Fiddler.. and then.. the man with the weird pile of stuff-- which I can't tell you what it was, but, BOY did he know how to play it... it was a flute and a tin whistle and another bagpipe-y thing on his arm (he was all over the place!) Not only were they are extremely, EXTREMELY talented musicians, they jived SO well together!!! If you ever get the chance, let them entertain you, it's a really remarkable thing to hear music that's hundreds of years old. One minute it felt like the Titanic was setting sail, and the next I felt like I was Rose, in the basement of the cargo space dancing and drinking beer with a bunch of rowdy Irishmen. But, you be the judge yourself. Regardless of whether or not you like a Celtic Trio, or the theatre in general- Please please do yourself the favor of visiting this breathtaking little venue for at least one show. They do kids shows during the weekdays and on show nights they encourage you to pack a picnic and sit on the lawn before the curtain bell rings. Whatever you do, just go! And tell a friend. This place is really something special.

Maine is full of out-of-the-way venues with special flair, and the Deertrees Theater is at the top…read moreof our list. Built in 1936 when Americas were first beginning to vacation by car, Deertrees Theater is in the cute town of Harrison at the tip of Long Lake. I can envision that it was a great hangout for the rich and almost rich to enjoy productions put on by top performers from the NYC and Boston opera and Broadway shows, because it was too hot to stay in the cities. Now the audience is made up of locals and summer visitors who clearly know what a special place this is and visit it frequently. Deertrees Theater is billed as the most acoustically perfect theater north of NYC. I can't say whether that is true, but I can tell you that the acoustics were terrific. The audience could easily hear un-amplified performers from any seat in the house. The Deertrees Theater has a really full schedule while it is open. The playbill we saw had something going on at least 3 days a week. Some were plays, many were musical performances. The show we went to, Susie Pepper and Mixology, was of the highest quality for musical showmanship and talent. The theater sells homemade cookies, coffee, wine, beer, and lots more. There are restaurants and taverns in Harrison, and Bridgton is right around the corner with several more places to eat. We drove over an hour to attend the show, and we are so glad to discover this wonderful place. No matter if you are not close by, you will not regret exploring this part of Maine and coming to the Deertrees Theater. There are just so few places as well maintained, well managed, and with so many great shows. We had a spectacular time and hope that others will too.