Top Things to do in DownEast and Acadia Maine
8 Concerts & Shows in DownEast and Acadia Maine That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in DownEast and Acadia Maine, United States including ImprovAcadia, Opera House Arts, Schoodic Arts for All, Criterion Theater, Timber Tina's Great Maine Lumberjack Show, The Great Room at The Bluenose Inn, Acadia Repertory Theatre, The Grand.
Restaurants in DownEast and Acadia Maine
1. ImprovAcadia
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 388 reviews
ImprovAcadia is closed during the pandemic. We will be pivoting our theater to Bangor Maine and continue to offer world class improvisational theater. Go to our website to see up to date information.
Reviewed By D6719UJcarolynh - Amherst, Canada
Went with my 16 year old daughter, first time for either of us at improv...so went with no expectations but so glad we went. Both of us enjoyed it, the service and cozy atmosphere was excellent and the performers hilarious! Great job!
2. Opera House Arts
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 29 reviews
Opera House Arts uses the performing arts to foster and promote excellence in all the ways we perform our lives. Celebrating 21 years of theater, film, music, and dance on one of the busiest working waterfronts in Maine! Opera House Arts restored the Stonington Opera House, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, to its original role as a community gathering space and performing arts center. OHA's programs continue to serve Deer Isle, the Blue Hill Peninsula, and greater Hancock County's year-round residents and visitors of all ages. Incite Art. Create Community.
Reviewed By Eldergrace - Boston, United States
Don't miss a visit to this performing arts and community gathering center in charming Stonington, ME. Summertime offers professional quality theatrical productions, a jazz festival, family-friendly entertainment and first-release movies. To experience the full glory of Opera House Arts, stop by the glass-walled lobby before a show for drinks, snacks and flat-bread pizza.
3. Schoodic Arts for All
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Schoodic Arts for All is a non-profit organization presenting high-level performances, cultural programming and workshops in the genres of music, theater, craft, dance, fiber arts, sculpture, visual arts and writing. Our programs are year-round, and our 2-week festival in August with 100+ workshops and 26 performances is the highlight of our season.
Reviewed By thygesons - Sullivan, United States
Went to see a Celtic trio recently, and the historic venue was quaint and comfortable. They even offered fresh bake cakes and pies prior to the show. This is a must for a Friday evening if you are in the area. I will make this a regular spot for me in the future. Look for schedule of events on their website.
4. Criterion Theater
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 209 reviews
Historic venue with live music, dance, comedy, theatre, movies and other events. Also, we used to have a speakeasy in our basement!
Reviewed By MDIWoman
Visiting this theatre is like walking into a time machine of a past era. The art deco alone is worth the price of admission. Be sure to sit on the side aisle seats for the best unobstructed view. I thoroughly enjoyed the live performance by the Robinson Ballet. I like that the theatre is used for a mix of visual and musical arts: bands, movies, ballet, theater. The Theatre is a valuable asset to a small town.
5. Timber Tina's Great Maine Lumberjack Show
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 230 reviews
An 1 & 1/4 hour *LIVE* Lumberjack Show featuring Chopping, Sawing, 'Hot' Sawing, Ax Throwing, Log Rolling, Speed Climbing and MORE! Cheer on your team as they compete in the'Olympics of the Forest' Fun and affordable for the whole family. Shows are nightly at 7:00 PM - Rain or shine 2016 Season - June 18 - August 28
Reviewed By pamdick71 - Hamilton, United States
This family friendly show entertained all 10 of us who ranged in age from 65 to 6. Even the teens thought it was a cool way to spend an evening in Maine and the younger ones were enthralled with the ax throwing, log rolling and sawing competitions. Yes, the jokes were a little corny, but actually the show provides some information about lumberjack skills from the past and those skills done in competitions today. The show was just a little over an hour. We felt it was worth the money.
6. The Great Room at The Bluenose Inn
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 28 reviews
7. Acadia Repertory Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 32 reviews
Since 1973, the Acadia Repertory Theatre has made its home in the rustic Masonic Hall in Somesville, on Mt. Desert Island, Maine. We are surrounded by the wonders of Acadia National Park, which comprises over half of the island. Mountains, pine trees, lakes and ocean all provide a perfect setting for a summer theatre company. In our quaint performance space, which seats 148, we have presented an impressive mix of comedies, dramas, mysteries and children's theatre. The relaxed and informal atmosphere here at the theatre provides the perfect ending to a day spent touring the delights of Mt. Desert Island. Each season we select a blend of plays which we hope will delight your whole family. Please join us here in Somesville and make LIVE THEATRE a part of your summer in Maine!
Reviewed By NancySz - Boston, United States
Our family thoroughly enjoyed this theater’s lighthearted, funny and original Sherlock Holmes performance. Highly recommended and special kudos to the young actors who displayed versatile talent playing a multitude of smaller and humorous parts.
8. The Grand
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 13 reviews
The Grand offers outstanding entertainment from around the world in an historic Art Deco theater on Main Street in Ellsworth, Maine. Since 1938, The Grand has served as the performing arts center for the region. Join us to watch a new or classic film, see the spectacle of the Met opera on screen, revel in the fun of live theater, or learn something unexpected.
Reviewed By catm93 - Black Forest, United States
I wish my town had a theater like this. I understand that in this day and age that it is more cost efficient to have multiplexes with many small dinky theaters inside of them. What a pleasant surprise to find a theater like the Grand still exists. I went to see the movie The Greatest Show. The manager came out before the movie and introduced what we were going to see. The movie was captioned with the lyrics to the songs so the audience could sing along (which we did). I had a great time. The theater is beautiful, done in the art deco style and is well maintained. The people of Ellsworth should be proud to support such a grand place as this.
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