Merrill auditorium is a 1,908seat auditorium located in portland, maine, united states. This annual production has become a maine holiday tradition. Maine state ballet returns with the nutcracker porttix. Event tickets center is a secure and easy way to buy tickets to your favorite concerts, sports games, and theatre shows nationwide.
Sugarplum fairies, tin soldiers and a giant, growing christmas tree light up the stage at the merrill auditorium in portland as the maine state. Some of the locations we may feature on your tour include. The venue is used as a primary performance space by the portland symphony orchestra and portland ovations. Porttix 20 myrtle st, portland, maine 04101 rated 4. Maine state ballets the nutcracker maine state ballets the nutcracker. Built in 1912 and restored to mint condition in 1997, it is home to the portland symphony orchestra and portland ovations, a performing arts group which adds a variety of classical music, jazz, dance, theater, and broadway to the arts mix at the merrill. Merrill auditorium, portland with nearly 300 talented dancers in gorgeous costumes, a lush setdesign that inspires wonder and awe, and music that celebrates the season, the maine state ballets nutcracker is maine s grandest ballet presentation and a beloved holiday tradition. This annual production is a cherished holiday tradition for maine audiences, with its timeless tale of a young girl, her nutcracker prince, and the mouse king, and sets and characters inspired by portlands victoria. Originally known as portland city hall auditorium, it is located in the eastern section of portland.
The nationally acclaimed company estimates that over 150,000 people have joined the audience throughout over 200 performances, a record for the portland area. Merrill auditorium is a 1,900seat auditorium located in portland, maine, united states. A beautifully restored 1,900seat performance venue, this majestic hall is one of the gems of portlands downtown arts district and is located near many excellent restaurants. Your ticket source for the performing arts at portland, maine s merrill auditorium. Maine state ballets the nutcracker maine arts commission.
Maine state ballet presents eight performances of its critically acclaimed classic holiday ballet, the nutcracker, over two weekends november 24th through december 3rd. Porttix is the only authorized box office for maine state ballets nutcracker. This perennial favorite of portlands holiday season, a family holiday tradition, is northern new. Save money and time by reserving a parking space near merrill auditorium now. See broadway shows, theater, music, dance, symphony orchestra, and more. Her favorite place this time of year is in the wings of portlands merrill auditorium, where, for years, shes stood looking out at the nearly 2,000 seats where mainers gather for her most wholesome of shows. Merrill auditorium events and concerts in portland merrill. The victorian nutcracker will return just in time for christmas. Its usually better in case you find a way to get a genuine dirt bike in return for a tiny amount. Merrill auditorium portland, me event tickets center. Apr 21, 2020 merrill auditorium is a 1,900seat auditorium located in portland, maine, united states. Nutcracker ballet nutcracker ballet performances in maine. Tickets for events at merrill auditorium in portland are available now. Vicnut returns to the stage december 17 at merrill auditorium and december 2122 at the westbrook performing arts center.
Porttix the box office at merrill auditorium portland maine. The maine state ballet company s mission is to uplift the maine community through the medium of dance. Scarborough a scarborough resident will once again dance the coveted role of clara in maine state ballets the nutcracker at merrill auditorium starting nov. This annual production is a cherished holiday tradition for maine audiences, with. View the merrill auditorium seating chart get directions parking. Event tickets center concert tickets sports tickets.
Porttix is the only official box office of the merrill auditorium. Your ticket source for the performing arts at portland, maines merrill auditorium. Merrill auditorium is a live performance and entertainment venue in portland, maine. Get tickets for portland ballets victorian nutcracker. Merrill auditorium portland tickets, schedule, seating. City ballet member linda macarthur miele, maine state ballets the nutcracker features the traditional story of. History and high culture are the hallmarks of portland maine s merrill auditorium. There are so many things that go on there around the holidays, she says. Parking is available for a nominal fee at central parking services on the corner of congress and pearl streets this.
To avoid unauthorized websites that sell tickets at a markup, purchase tickets by calling 207 8420800 or visiting the box office at 20 myrtle street in portland, or clicking on the purchase tickets link above. Celebrate the season with a maine holiday tradition. Maine state ballet presents the nutcracker performed at merrill auditorium in portland november 29december 8, 2019. Originally known as portland city hall auditorium, it is located in the eastern section of portland city hall. Calendar of events for merrill auditorium city of portland, maine. Nell shipmans favorite place merrill auditorium down. Due to the state of maine s stay healthy at home mandate, the cdcs guidelines on social distancing, and in an effort to reduce the spread of the novel coronavirus covid19, we will be canceling all portland symphony orchestra concerts as well as select events through may 17, 2020. Maine state ballet presents the nutcracker, a full length performance of the classic christmas story, the nutcracker and the mouse king to merrill auditorium. The merrill rehearsal hall 320 capacity and state of maine room at city hall are also available, and are perfect for a. Portland ballet company returns with the victorian nutcracker. Curious about portland s history with railroads, fires, wars, famous poets and hollywood producers. Maine state ballets annual holiday production of the nutcracker is a perennial favorite of portland maine s holiday season and the performance at merrill auditorium is a family holiday tradition.
This perennial favorite of portlands holiday season, a family holiday tradition, is northern new englands largest and most spectacular nutcracker. Maine state ballet presents its perennial holiday favorite nutcracker at portlands merrill auditorium. Thank you for your understanding during this complicated time. This annual production by portland ballet has become a maine holiday tradition. Maine state ballet s the nutcracker maine state ballet s annual holiday production of the nutcracker is a perennial favorite of portland maines holiday season and the performance at merrill auditorium is a family holiday tradition. Porttix at merrill auditorium is closed to the public until april 30, but we are available by phone and email. Maine state ballet the nutcracker merrill auditorium. With music by the portland ballet orchestra, conducted by university of southern maine s robert lehmann, portland ballet will once again bring this local favorite to the portland public. The auditorium was built in 1912 and underwent a major rebuild and renovation.
Merrill auditorium portland all you need to know before. Then theres portland ballets the victorian nutcracker, with two shows dec. Merrill auditorium portland 2020 what to know before. The nutcracker on nov 23, 2018 in portland, me at merrill auditorium.
Portland ballet presents the victorian nutcracker at the merrill auditorium the victorian nutcracker will return just in time for christmas. Maine state ballets the nutcracker merrill auditorium 20 myrtle street 7. For the most up to date list of events at merrill auditorium, please visit our box office porttix accessibility. Maine state ballets the nutcracker portland downtown. Park happy at merrill auditorium with parking panda. Maine state ballet the nutcracker porttix the official box office at. Merrill auditorium parking find reserved parking near. Built in 1912, the 1,908seat auditorium has played host to several acts and performances throughout its lifetime.
Buy and sell your merrill auditorium event tickets at stubhub today. Merrill auditorium is a 1900 seat performing arts facility located in the arts district of downtown portland, maine. View merrill auditoriums upcoming schedule on eventful portland, maine. A dancer waits to go on stage for the waltz of the snowflakes during a performance of maine state ballets the nutcracker at merrill auditorium in portland on tuesday.
Porttix is the only authorized ticket agent for maine state ballets nutcracker in portland maine. Merrill has a 1,908 seat capacity and is available for concerts, comedy, theatrical performances, corporate functions and more. This perennial favorite of portlands holiday season, a family holiday tradition, is northern new englands largest and most. Merrill auditorium portland 2020 all you need to know. Our trusted secondary marketplace serves thousands of fans daily and all orders are 100% guaranteed. This tour begins on commercial street and continues for 2 hours through the historic old port, downtown and waterfront areas, sharing highlights of portland s history since 1632. View merrill auditorium s upcoming schedule on eventful portland, maine. Merrill auditorium 20 myrtle st, portland, maine 04101 rated 4.
Nov 25, 2014 first theres maine state ballets the nutcracker, with seven shows saturday through dec. Behind the scenes at maine state ballets the nutcracker. By booking with parking panda you can avoid the hassle of parking in downtown portland. A scarborough dancer has lead in the nutcracker portland. Maine state ballet keeps holiday tradition alive in the. Tchaikovskys familiar score and artistic director nell shipmans. This annual production is a cherished holiday tradition for maine audiences, with its timeless tale of a young girl, her nutcracker prince, and the mouse king, and sets and characters inspired by portlands victoria mansion. For assistance with cancelled performances, please fill out our online form. Maine state ballet keeps holiday tradition alive in the nutcracker the familiar story is told with comedy, athleticism as well as a surprise guest, much to the delight of young attendees. Porttix is the only authorized ticket agent for maine state ballets nutcracker in portland. Porttix the box office at merrill auditorium portland. Get tickets for maine state ballet the nutcracker at merrill auditorium. Merrill auditorium portland 2020 what to know before you. Organizations such as portland ovations and the portland symphony orchestra use the auditorium as a primary performance space.
Merrill auditorium is a 1,908 seat performing arts facility located in the arts district of downtown portland, maine, run. This annual production has become a maine holiday tradition and family favorite. The victorian nutcracker will be performed at both merrill auditorium and westbrook performing arts center. Event website maine state ballet presents its perennial holiday favorite nutcracker at portlands merrill auditorium.
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