Theaters

Manchester Community Music School
We invite you to join over 1,100 students and their families who participate in private lessons, group classes, ensembles, jazz, music therapy and music camps.

2291 Elm St., Manchester, NH 03101
Phone: 603-644-4548
Web: http://www.mcmusicschool.org

Franco-American Centre
Promotes the history, culture and education of the Franco-American community with an understanding of their historic contributions, cultural and artistic expressions, both past and present.

52 Concord St., Manchester, NH 03101
Phone: 603-669-4045
Web: http://www.facnh.com

Monadnock Folklore Society
The Monadnock Folklore Society was founded in 1980 with the intent of increasing the visibility of folk dance and music in Southwestern New Hampshire. We present Contra Dances on Monday nights in the Nelson Town Hall. Concerts are presented occasionally, see Web page for current information.

1 Nelson Common Rd., Nelson, NH 03457
Phone: 603-352-8616
Web: http://www.monadnockfolk.org

The Actorsingers
Actorsingers is a community theater group which has been providing high quality musical theater productions in the greater Nashua area for over 50 years. The group offers adults, teens and children opportunities to perform. We offer two main stage adult shows each year.

219 Lake St., Nashua, NH 03061
Phone: 603-320-1870
Web: http://www.actorsingers.org

Opera North
Opera North engages artists, audiences, and the community in the experience of grand opera in an intimate setting. Our season consists of two major productions in August, as well as smaller musical events and lectures year round.

20 W. Park Street, Lebanon, NH 03766
Phone: 603-448-4141
Web: http://www.operanorth.org

Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra
The Portsmouth Sympohny Orchestra presents 3 performances annually at The Music Hall, 28 Chestnut Street, Portsmouth, NH. Tickets are available by calling 603-436-2400. PSO is a civic orchestra made up of professional musicians, teachers, and serious amateurs. Membership is by audition only.

PO Box 5311, Portsmouth, NH 03802-5311
Phone: 603-969-1471
Web: http://www.portsmouthsymphony.org

Mill Pond Center for the Arts
Mill Pond Center for the Arts is a living model for cultural vibrancy, where ties between arts and environment are made available, explicit and alive through access to performance, exhibition and education.

50 Newmarket Rd., Durham, NH 03824
Phone: 603-868-8999
Web: http://www.millpondcenter.org

Margret & H.A. Rey Center
Margret and H.A. Rey, authors of the Curious George children’s book series were former summer residents of Waterville Valley, NH. Today their spirit lives on in the Margret and H.A. Rey Center, dedicated to honoring the Reys’ legacy through art, science, and adventure programs.

35 Village Rd. Building C, Waterville Valley, NH 03215
Phone: 603-236-3308
Web: http://www.thereycenter.org

Prescott Park Arts Festival, Inc.
The primary objective of the Festival is to provide quality family entertainment, promote artistic excellence in the community and maintain quality presentations of both entertainment and educational events.

105 Marcy St. Shaw Building, Portsmouth, NH 03801
Phone: 603-436-2848
Web: http://www.prescottpark.org

Mt. Washington Valley Theatre Company
Professional summer stock musical theatre. 2002 season: MY FAIR LADY (6/26-7/13), PETER PAN(7/17-27), GREASE(7/31-8/17), THE FANTASTICKS(8/21-9/1)

Eastern Slope Playhouse, P.O. Box 265
North Conway, NH 03860
Phone: 603-356-5776
Web: http://www.musical-theatre.org

North Country Chamber Players

PO Box 904, Littleton, NH 03561
Phone: 603-444-0309

Johnson Theatre, Paul Creative Arts Center
Six main stage performances, directed by talented and experienced faculty, including both drama and dance. Also showcases will be performed, directed, designed, and choreographed by Theatre and Dance students. Original student works will encompass a multitude of styles.

30 Academic Way, Durham, NH 03824
Phone: 603-862-2290
Web: http://www.unh.edu/theatre-dance

Act One Hampton Summer Theatre
Our long-term goal is the establishment of a performing arts center in the area which will present top quality professional productions for public enjoyment, and include facilities to educate young, talented people in the theatre arts.

Performing Arts Center at Winnacunnet, Hampton, NH 03843
Phone: 603-926-2281
Web: http://www.hampton.lib.nh.us/hampton/history/playhouse/

Opera New Hampshire
Celebrating 43 years of presenting proffesional opera

PO Box 3426, Manchester, NH 03105
Phone: 603-647-6564
Web: http://www.OperaNH.org

University of New Hampshire Dept. of Theatre and Dance

D-22 30 Academic Way, Durham, NH 03824
Phone: 603-862-2919
Web: http://www.unh.edu/theatre-dance

MAD (Music and Drama) Company
Our mission is to produce high quality theater and ongoing opportunities for people in the community to express their love for the performing arts in a process that is both practical and congenial

PO Box 704, Londonderry, NH 03053
Phone: 603-434-2180
Web: http://www.madco.org

Keene State College Film Society
As the Redfern Arts Center put together its 2007-08 Presenting Series, it soon became clear the season would reflect the multiculturalism so important in today's society.

Putnam Arts Lecture Hall, Keene, NH 03431
Phone: 603-358-2160
Web: http://www.keene.edu/racbp/

The Colonial Theatre
The Colonial Theatre operates May - November featuring independent and foreign films, live concerts, children's, school and community events. Visit www.BethlehemColonial for more information.

2050 Main Street, Bethlehem, NH 03574
Phone: 603-869-3422
Web: http://www.bethlehemcolonial.org

Red River Theatres
Non-profit, independent movie theater in downtown Concord, NH. Handicapped-accessible.

11 S. Main St., Concord, NH 03301
Phone: 603-224-4600
Web: http://www.redrivertheatres.org

The Music Hall
Designated an American Treasure, the nonprofit Music Hall is the oldest in New Hampshire (1878), featuring Grammy, Pulitzer and Tony award winning artists in music, theater, dance and cinema almost every night of the year in its stunningly restored landmark Victorian theater in downtown Portsmouth.

28 Chestnut St., Portsmouth, NH 03801
Phone: 603-436-2400
Web: http://www.themusichall.org

Theatre Under the Stars
and -applauded professional classical repertory theatre. Featuring a summer Shakespeare festival and free children's shows.

3 Noon Peak Rd., Waterville, NH 03215
Phone: 603-726-0098
Web: http://www.shakespeareinthevalley.com

Apple Hill Center for Chamber Music
The Apple Hill Center for Chamber Music promotes peace and understanding through the transformative power of playing and teaching chamber music around the world.

410 Apple Hill Rd., Nelson, NH 03445
Phone: 603-847-3371
Web: http://www.applehill.org

Artists' Collaborative Theatre Of New England (ACT ONE)
ACT ONE's Festival of Fun presents theatre and concerts at the West End Studio Theatre, 959 Islington St., Portsmouth, Aug. 5 - Oct. 10, 2010. WEST is a wonderfully intimate 60-seat theatre, air-conditioned with comfortable seating and plenty of legroom. Tickets are 6/18.

West End Studio Theatre 959 Islington Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801
Phone: 603-300-2986
Web: http://www.actonenh.org

Newport Opera House Association
A non-profit organization housed in the Newport Opera House. Produces several community based theatrical and musical performances throughout the year.

P.O. Box 351, Newport, NH 03773
Phone: 603-863-2412
Web: http://www.newportoperahouse.com

Seacoast Area Friends of Bluegrass

PO Box 424, Kingston, NH 03848
Phone: 603-679-1812

McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center
Discover New England’s premier air and space science center, featuring 21st century interactive exhibits simulation experiences, an observatory, world-renowned planetarium, science store, and café.

2 Institute Dr., Concord, NH 03301
Phone: 603-271-7827
Web: http://www.starhop.com

Prescott Park Arts Festival
36-year-old arts festival presenting theatre, music, dance, concerts, festivals, kids events and more all summer in beautiful Prescott Park in downtown Portsmouth. All events are offered free of charge ( suggested donation).

Prescott Park, 105 Marcy St., Portsmouth, NH 03802-4370
Phone: 603-436-2848
Web: http://www.prescottpark.org

North Country Center for the Arts Papermill Theatre
Summer professional musical theatre and touring professional children's theatre.

PO Box 1060, Lincoln, NH 03251
Phone: 603-745-6032
Web: http://www.papermilltheatre.org

Cuzin Richard Entertainment
Do you need help planning an event? Are you looking for a good photographer, caterer, florist, or other service? We're here to help! A full-service entertainment agency, representing the highest quality performers from across New England. We've got the tools, we've got the talent!

93 High Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801
Phone: 603-436-8596
Web: http://www.cuzinrichard.com

Stage One Productions at the Chateau Restaurant
Stage One Productions produces small cast adult comedies in a dinner theatre format. The stage is a modified round. Seating is at round tables of 10 and is reserved. All meals are buffet style.

124 Bridge St., Manchester, NH 03104
Phone: 603-669-5511
Web: http://stageoneproductions.net

Strathspey and Reel Society of New Hampshire
Society of musicians of all levels, beginner to professional, who gather monthly in Concord to learn and play Scottish music. Individual membership is 5, for which one receives monthly newsletter and music. Members participate in various performances during year.

102 Little Pond Rd., Concord, NH 03302
Phone: 603-225-6546
Web: http://www.srsnh.org

The Barnstormers Theatre
New England's oldest professional summer stock theatre, offering productions year 'round.

104 Main St., Tamworth, NH 03886
Phone: 603-323-8500
Web: http://www.barnstormerstheatre.org

The Palace Theatre
Historic theatre that provides a broad range of live, high quality, professional and community performances.

80 Hanover Street, Manchester, NH 03101
Phone: 603-668-5588
Web: http://www.palacetheatre.org

Two Fiddles
Traditional New England barn dances that everyone can do, like the Virginia Reel, are called by Dudley Laufman with music by TWO FIDDLES, Dudley & Jacqueline Laufman. No experience needed...fun and social for all ages and abilities. Venues: town halls, ki

PO Box 61, Canterbury, NH 03224
Phone: 603-783-4719
Web: http://www.laufman.org

Friends of the Arts
We are a 34-year-old non-for profit regional arts council that provides over 32 towns and 41 schools throughout Central New Hampshire with affordable and accessible art programs.

PO Box 386, Plymouth, NH 03264-0386
Phone: 603-536-1182
Web: http://www.friends-of-the-arts.org

Apple Tree Cinemas
All-stadium-seating complex, digital projection and digital 3-D, large wall-to-wall screens (curved in large auditoriums), LED signage and birthday party area.

16 Orchard View Dr., Londonderry, NH 03053
Phone: 603-434-8715
Web: http://www.oneilcinemas.com

The Little Church Theater
The Little Church Theater is a Center for Creativity offering a variety of performances, theatrical productions, lectures, workshops, films and special events throughout the year. Visit www.littlechurchtheater.com for info on our latest fun events!

40 Rte. 113, Holderness, NH 03245
Phone: 603-968-2250
Web: http://www.littlechurchtheater.com

Streetcar Company
We encourage you to tell all your friends, and come out and join The Streetcar Company Family as we jump into our 36th year!

PO Box 775, Laconia, NH 03246
Phone: 603-524-3251
Web: http://www.streetcarcompany.com/

Rochester Opera House
Our vision is to be the regional venue for the presentation of the performing arts and to serve all age and interest groups.

31 Wakefield St., Rochester, NH 03867
Phone: 603-335-1992
Web: http://www.rochesteroperahouse.com

Bedford Off Broadway
Bedford Off Broadway is a Community Theater located in Bedford, NH. We perform two productions a year in the beautiful, historic Olde Towne Hall.

PO Box 10321, Bedford, NH 03110
Phone: 603-628-3650
Web: http://www.bedfordoffbroadway.com/

Old Homestead Association
"The Old Homestead" a play written by Denman Thompson is performed annually in an outdoor amphitheater. Performed by the Swanzey Players and sponsored by the Old Homestead Association

PO Box 10414, Swanzey, NH 03446
Phone: 603-352-3251
Web: http://www.oldhomestead.org

New London Barn Playhouse
Today, as in 1933, there are no stars, no underlings, no "specials" , just a talented group of people with a common bond of putting on the best shows possible.

Main Street, New London, NH 03257
Phone: 603-526-4631
Web: http://www.nlbarn.com

Plymouth Theater
Spinelli Cinemas is commited to offering movie-goers high quality presentation

39 Main Street, Plymouth, NH 03264
Phone: 603-536-2931
Web: http://www.spinellicinemas.com/

Lakes Region Summer Theatre
Located on beautiful Lake Winnipesaukee in Meredith the Lakes Region Summer Theatre is the oldest professional theatre in the area.

Route 25, Meredith, NH 03253
Phone: 603-279-9933

Square Dance Foundation of New England
Located in Historic Manchester Millyard next to Mill-A-Round Dance Center in Manchester, NH. A research and education archive on the history of square dance. Currently open by appointment and on the first and third Saturday and second and fourth Wednesday between 10-2. Call for private visit.

235 Commercial St., Manchester, NH 03104
Phone: 603-623-2692
Web: http://www.sdfne.org

Ioka Theatre
For over 90 years the IOKA theater has been presenting the best in local live entertainment and cinema. Come and see a movie the way your grandparents did, from the balcony, with freshly made popcorn, or see a show in our 'speakeasy' club room and enjoy a classic cocktail.

55 Water St., Exeter, NH 03833
Phone: 603-772-2222
Web: http://www.iokaentertainment.com

Majestic Theatre
The Majestic Theatre provides musicals, dramas, comedys and youth productions as well as special events for and by the community year round. Classes and summer theatre camps are also offered for children and teens. The Majestic is a non-profit NH arts organization.

281 Cartier St., Manchester, NH 03102
Phone: 603-669-7469
Web: http://www.majestictheatre.net

Weathervane Theatre
Founded in 1966 in a refurbished old barn, the Weathervane offers professional live theatre in their signature alternating repertory style now housed in a replicated, open-staged setting that seats 250. Seven productions perform in a nightly rotating schedule that offers up to four shows in a single

373 Lancaster Rd, Route 3, Whitefield, NH 03598
Phone: 603-837-9010
Web: http://www.weathervanetheatre.org

Peacock Players
Peacock Players is proud to be New Hampshire’s premiere award-winning Youth Theatre. Peacock Players produces year round Mainstage productions, outreach performance troupes, and provides a full range of theatre arts classes, workshops, and summer camps.

14 Court Street, Nashua, NH 03060
Phone: 603-886-7000
Web: http://www.peacockplayers.org

NH Theatre Project
New Hampshire Theatre Project is dedicated to creating innovative, excellent and educational theatre that serves as a catalyst for personal transformation and community dialogue. NHTP produces a professional season of productions, the NHTP Youth Repertory Company and classes for all ages.

959 Islington St., Portsmouth, NH 03801
Phone: 603-431-6644
Web: http://www.nhtheatreproject.org

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