Reviews of Portland Stage. (Performing Arts Theater) in Portland (Maine).

Portland Stage

204 Reviews

117 Comments

Performing arts theater

Performing arts theater

25 Forest Ave, Portland, ME 04101, United States

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Information of Portland Stage, Performing arts theater in Portland (Maine)

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This place has a very good rate, they treat their customers well and you’ll feel welcome, super recommended

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Reviews of Portland Stage

Pete Mickelson

We attend regularly and truly enjoy the experience, but yesterday evening's performance of Sherlock Holmes: The Final Adventure was absolutely amazing. We just wish to express how exciting and perfectly done it was. Thank you, all, for such excellence!

Melanie Quackenbush

Every show I've ever seen here has been amazing. The staff are friendly and helpful.

Brenda Bacon

Great performance of The Christmas Carroll! Cast was amazing! Theatre is very charming and cozy.

Tashombe O. Six

Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill was excellent. There were several ushers to assist patrons to their seats. The seats were relatively comfortable. There dodnt seem to be a bad seat on the house. The theatre was clean and so was the lav. There are a few parking lots and a garage nearby. I didn't visit the bar pre show but there is one.

Brenda Frost

My wife and I loved the play. Found it original and wonderful. The musical accompaniment was enchanting…very professional, and enhanced the experience of the evening. If we could afford it, we would come again!

Andrew Elegante

Interesting local place for theater in Portland. The building is a historic international order of odd fellows property with a 100+ seat auditorium. They build all sets and sew their costumes on site. You can even stay, as I did, at one of their Airbnb listings to help support their efforts (and perhaps run into one of the actors. Can't comment much on the quality of the plays overall as I've only seen one and it was a preview show (I enjoyed it)

Laura Marles

Great venue! WOW! This is a cast of incredibly musically talented people! I'm so glad I got the opportunity to see them! The Cash family would be proud and I think Johnny would have been humbled by the appreciation the cast and audiences show his lifes' work!

Susan Cairns

Great place! Seating was very comfortable. The stage is large and well lit. The show was fantastic!

Joan Dow

I loved this play; the writing, the actors, the set. I laughed out loud and was often close to tears. How lucky we are that the author came to be in the play! I wish I could see it performed again.

N. Shantia Wright-Gray

Until last week, I felt pretty safe at Portland Stage. Last year they installed special air filtration, we were masked and they seated us with Physical Distancing. Last week they checked vaccine cards and folks were masked, but there was no Physical Distancing at all. We were seated right next to strangers. And the woman a few seats away on our other side was seated next to strangers. There was plenty of room on the sides of the aisle and in the back. With the virus numbers about the highest ever this is very disturbing.

larry L

Slightly overpriced for the quality of the play that I saw but still felt okay because you did something that night and you contributed to a good cause

O West

Awesome performance in a fun environment they have acting camps and they let the actors lead the production Also they are very LGBTQ+ friendly

Morgan Gilson

Took our parents to see A Christmas Carol, the production was very well done and they cast was great! The theater itself is small, so there really isn't any bad seating and it's very pretty. I do wish it had a bigger sign out on the street. You could definitely just walk by if you didn't know what you were looking for.

Deena R. Weinstein

One of my three favorite theatres in southern Maine. My all-time favorite theatre. Seating capacity is ideal, bringing the attendees together in a familial bond. No seat is bad. Productions are expert from sets, acting, choice of plays, to refreshments!

arlette Andersson

Seats were uncomfortable. Parking is terrible and expensive compared to other local theatre's. Ushers were nice, polite. I have my druthers of possibly not going there again. Sorry.

Jason Chambers

If you're not a hard core liberal you'll feel out of place most of the time. The productions are always good and fun, but not Broadway by any means. Intimate theatre with no bad views. Passionate staff and performers. I've always reminisced my experiences fondly.

James McDonough

I've only seen a performance in the studio, not the main stage. It was a very intimate setting, though it was a but chilly on a very cold night outside. I was close enough to touch the actors, which I appreciated. I'd love to see another show there in the studio.

Nathaniel Abbott

"Almost, Maine" was a complete delight. The cast were veteran performers of stage and screen with ample powers in the realms of pathos and hilarity. John Cariani, the lead actor and author of the play, has found both a voice and a spirit that evokes the part of Maine culture that is other than "Down East". Four actors portray nine vignettes that are, one way or another, love stories. It is both a light hearted and sensitive delight. The theatre, Portland Stage, is a lovely contemporary, intimate theatre. With 286 seats, there are no bad ones, yet the amenities are first class, and the stage is fully equipped with rigging and fly space.

A Hattaway

Wonderful theater. Productions are always well executed, and the acting caliber is high. Play selections are good, with a few misses in between, but that is true for all theaters. The theater space is welcoming, and in a central location in downtown Portland.

Gwen Matthews

We've seen two plays here (during the 2016-2017 season) and loved both of them. I'm impressed by the quality of the acting. We took my parents to a show as well and they were raving about it to their friends.

Rod Robertson

We used to be season ticket holders, but the theatre became a little too edgy for our taste so now we go to the occasional show. The productions are good, the acting professional and the set design remarkable; it is just the choice of plays that could be off putting.

Alice Bean Andrenyak

An upstairs theater. Elevator is available for anyone who needs it. There is a long season of shows from September to June. Theater capacity is 296 with a great rake to the seeding so view is nearly unobstructed. The concession stand has beer wine and port available pre-show and during intermission. The cookies are huge and the other sweets are equally yummy from local bakers and bakeries.

Sean Gorham

As a season ticket holder for several years, what more can I add as I keep coming back! The people are friendly, the location is great, the place is clean, and , with few exceptions, the performances are wonderful. Portland State is worth your time, and support.

Holly Stevens

Terrific production...charming venue

Sina Skates

My children take classes here. Really beautiful facility. Professional approach to theatre education for children, teens and those seeking to develop their craft. Wonderful staff all around, very friendly and clear.

Mary Daley

Great theater. The play I saw tonight was amazing. A one person play. So well done. And the safety protocols just wonderful.

Jesse Wall

High quality performance art. Seasons usually have 7 shows and run from Sept to May. Each season covers plays of many genres but always with great talent and artistic coordination. Well worth the entertainment and supporting the local arts

Alice Bean Andrenyak

The upstairs theatre on Forest Ave. Parking is available in nearby lots. They have an elevator for those that choose not to walk the stairs. In the lobby you can buy wine and beer plus coffee, tea, soda and great cookies and other snacks before the show and during intermission. Intimate theater with well raked seating so almost every seat has a great view. Handicap seating is in Row A or the first row. The have a regular season September to May and sometimes a co-production with Maine State Music Theater of Brunswick.

Zayra Correa

In Portland for a few days and decided to check out a show here. So glad I did; Nunsense was awesome! The theater is small and intimate, and the employees were all polite.

Jeffrey Herbert

See arsenic and old lace here and the show was great. I was very entertained! Seating was great and they served some cookies and snacks and coffee at the bar before and during intermissions.

David Daigle

The best cast in years. Lively, stage presence, voice and timing was impeccable. The story of Scrooge has never beeb presented so well.

Sarah

Small venue gives the best atmosphere! I am never disappointed with the performance of the actors. Wonderful place. Check it out!!

Mike LePage

Awesome space to see professional theater. Portland Stage is a Maine Gem. For entusiasts it is a LORT D theatre ensurinf the quality of the acting and Anita Stewart has been at the helm as for over 20 years.

Lon Diffenderfer

We saw "The Last Five Years" here, and it was superb! None of the seats are so far from the stage that you feel separated from the performance. We will be returning.

Nelson Mondale

Great place to watch a show with a huge amount of seats and great shows. But for some reason the heating in the building is crazy and I was SUPER hot the whole time - a little weird.

Alden Poole

This is a beautifully maintained space, organized by an impressive community team. They put on an amazing performance of Babette's Feast Winter 2018.

Elizabeth Baker

Always fabulous! Outstandimg acting, not a bad seat in the house, high-quality plays. You wouldn't find better theater in NY!

michelle amato

An outstanding venue peopled by skill, talent, and comittment to traditional theater as well as modernity. I love attending Portland Stage.

Rook Hine

Portland's preeminent theater, don't miss it if you're in town.

Paula Gillies

Love the intimacy of this theater and have yet to see a bad performance. Always an interesting experience.

Kent Nightingale

Performance ok, theatre very nice, access great, seating great. Not a bad seat in the house.

Melissa Adams

Always an excellent show. The theater tends to be warm so dress in layers.

Peter Eglinton

No bad seat in the theater. Consistently awesome sets. Enjoyable acting.

Kevin Reynolds

Saw "It's a Wonderful Life" today. Great cast and show!! Love Portland Stage!

autumn Hackett

Everyone in the play we saw did very well. We were just hoping for a little bit more props to have been used and the seating area was a little cramped.

Bobbijo Ricker

We saw Its a Wonderful Life tonight for my birthday, it was outstanding, great cast!!!

Judi Stoy

Great show! So glad they are open again!

Jeff Postupack

Excellent theater, professional actors . " Sex and Other Disturbances " was funny and engaging. Pls support this wonderful theater.!😐 …

Martha Vrana-Bossart

Love the theater- not a bad seat in the house. Excellent productions, especially Paper-maker- Bravo

Lydia Hatch

An intimate theatre seating a bit over 200 with top notch productions including a mix of new and we'll loved.

Tim McClure

We usually attend at least one play a season. It's a great theater no matter where you sit.

Susan Diffie

Small intimate venue. Comfortable. Professional. Saw "The last 5 years" it was wonderful.

David Cheifetz

No bad seats, very professional performance... parking is an issue...$25 is pretty steep

Star Pelsue

Top notch plays. Parking can be tricky but worth and hassle as they do a great job.

Russ Clough

Small theater which presents great shows. Professional actors. Not a bad seat in the house.

Laura Lee Sawyer

"Ring of Fire"... On Fire! Perfection! Wonderfully comfortable venue! Thank you!

Mary M

Portland stage is a wonderful venue that consistently employs fantastic talent and puts on wonderful productions!

Lauren Manera

No bad seats here. Actors, set and cafe were very good.

Norman Hutchins

I've never seem a bad show at Portland Stage! High quality theatre!

Paul Bellefeuille

A lovely place to see a production! Parking is tricky.Then again it's downtown Portland.

Sarah Giles

Very comfortable seating. Relaxing atmosphere with a great production.

Dan Gawrys

Great shows...

Barbara Parks

Nice venue. A size in which any seat is a good seat.

Nick Alunni

A very nice little theatre. Felt small and intimate.

Matthew James Derocher

I've been here a couple of times, once for the Christmas Carol. I enjoyed it very much.

MaryD Donahue

Excellent seating everywhere; top notch productions; intimate and professional.

David Sherwood

Very nice theater with excellent acoustics.

Paul Bradbury

Great theater, really enjoyed "Importance of Being Earnest".

Marta Pearson

Wonderful set of plays. Entertaining and thought-provoking.

Abraham Beane

A lovely cozy theatre full of warmth and cheer.

Holly Sysko

Wonderful story telling going on here. The highest quality productions.

MaryBeth Walz

The musical Nunsense was excellent and refreshments good.

David Homa

Great venue, amazing performance!

Brian Welch

Great performance, great intimate venue.

Tom Conroy

Great theater

Stephanie Lekakos

First time there and had a fabulous time! Look forward to going back.

Gayle Middleton

Great venue, terrific line-up!

Clyde Carr

Great place in downtown Portland to take in a show.

David Grieve

Intimate venue. Always a great show.

James Schmidt

Not an enjoyable venue, detracts from the performances on stage.

Richard Jones

Great venue. Small & intimate.

Maurice Libner

Terrific Johnny Cash show!

Mr. Ages

Comfortable, not a bad seat in the house!

Michael Mozill

Wonderful performance of Arsenic and Old Lace

Thomas Doherty

Wow what an experience. This why we need art just as.much as science.

Tyus Dusty

Amazing shows in a small theatre

Judith Whiting

Love this small, intimate theater.

Mike Collins

Nice venue for a live performance

Diana Wellington

The Half-light was wonderful.

Julie Bushey

My favorite place for theater.

Jeanette Wolfarth

Always great quality.

Denise M

Wonderful show!

David Maxwell

Sometimes good, sometimes not.

auqua fish

Great show!

Joe Janco

Very good expetience.

Douglas D

High quality productions!

Charlie Emmons

Great play!

Joe Rowe

Like to go here sometime.

Ken Conant Jr

Fabulous as always!

Donna Merrill-Walls

Great play

PW W

Great play

Johnathan Taylor

Good shows

Arvla Bellamy

Enjoyed the play

Jim Clifford

Great night

Hsi Chou

Great

Burgess Record

Superb theater!

Amy Ford

Excellent

Deborah Beaudette

EXCELLENT

Arsene Badose

Awesome

Andrew Mass

Great theater

shawn currier

Great experience

Julian Butler

Fun plays.

Franck D. Val'Alastair

Kent Skates

(Translation) Great coming! (Original) Excellent venue!

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