The Music Hall

The Music Hall Over 140 years at the center of Music, Comedy, Literary, Theater, Dance, & Cinema in Historic Downtown Portsmouth, NH
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The Music Hall is a performing arts center that inspires, educates, and connects through the power of exceptional live performances and on screen programming in extraordinary settings, igniting creativity, purpose, and community. We are a 501(c) 3 tax exempt, fiscally responsible not-for-profit organization, managed by a volunteer Board of Trustees and a professional staff.

Did someone say CHEESE!?🧀🔥News Flash⚠️: Cheese Louise will be doing a food truck pop-up this Sunday at the Seacoast LitF...
06/12/2026

Did someone say CHEESE!?🧀🔥News Flash⚠️: Cheese Louise will be doing a food truck pop-up this Sunday at the Seacoast LitFest Street Fair!

📍 Chestnut Street
📆 Sunday, June 14 from 10am-2pm

Grilled cheeses galore!🤗 🙌 It's going to be a great day. Also - don't miss the incredible Immersive Reading Experience inside the Historic Theater.👀 📚 ✨ 💫

🎬 NEW HAMPSHIRE FILM FESTIVAL BEST NH FEATURE – NARRATIVE🎬 THE TRAVEL COMPANION returns to The Music Hall on Friday, 6/1...
06/12/2026

🎬 NEW HAMPSHIRE FILM FESTIVAL BEST NH FEATURE – NARRATIVE🎬 THE TRAVEL COMPANION returns to The Music Hall on Friday, 6/19!

Simon, a struggling documentary filmmaker, enjoys free flights courtesy of his best friend and roommate, Bruce, who works for an airline. However, when Beatrice, a more successful filmmaker, enters the picture and starts dating Bruce, Simon risks flying too close to the sun.

🎫 Tickets on sale here! https://www.themusichall.org/events/the-travel-companion/

Pride month is here! 🌈 Who's coming to Drag Brunch at The Lounge on Sunday, June 21?! 🙌 Close out Portsmouth Pride and t...
06/11/2026

Pride month is here! 🌈 Who's coming to Drag Brunch at The Lounge on Sunday, June 21?! 🙌 Close out Portsmouth Pride and the 2026 Weekend of Love with delicious brunch food and amazing drag performances!

💃 Performers:
Miss Ivy League
Lucifer Chrisis
Zon Legacy Phoenix

🎙️ Hosted by: Raya Sunshine

🌈 This is a 21+ event.
📆 June 21, 10am-12pm
🎫 Tickets: https://www.themusichall.org/events/dragbrunch26/

Drag Brunch is part of Portsmouth's Weekend of Love in collaboration with The Music Hall, Gather & New Hampshire Outright.👏 👏

Celebrate the power of books to open our minds, spark dialogue, and connect us as a community. As we come together for N...
06/10/2026

Celebrate the power of books to open our minds, spark dialogue, and connect us as a community. As we come together for NH Gives, please support The Music Hall’s Seacoast LitFest (June 11-14, 2026) by making a donation today.

Just Announced & On Sale to Members!Writers on a New England Stage presents: Ariel Lawhon with "The Pirate Queen" at The...
06/10/2026

Just Announced & On Sale to Members!

Writers on a New England Stage presents: Ariel Lawhon with "The Pirate Queen" at The Music Hall on Wednesday, Sep. 9 at 7pm

🎫 Music Hall Member presale begins now!
🎟️ Public on sale starts Friday, 6/12

🔗 https://bit.ly/4vcTgRC

A sweeping historical adventure on the high seas inspired by the life of Grace O’Malley, the legendary Irish folk heroine who risked everything to defend her people, from the New York Times bestselling author of "The Frozen River."



New Hampshire Public Radio Doubleday Books Penguin Random House

Last year at our inaugural Seacoast LitFest, we put nearly 1,000 free books into eager young hands, sparking imagination...
06/10/2026

Last year at our inaugural Seacoast LitFest, we put nearly 1,000 free books into eager young hands, sparking imaginations for years to come. We can do it again this year with your support! Please donate during NH Gives and then join us at Seacoast LitFest 2026, June 11-14.

Seacoast LitFest 2025 was made possible by the power of our 20-year partnership with NHPR, as well as the steadfast patr...
06/09/2026

Seacoast LitFest 2025 was made possible by the power of our 20-year partnership with NHPR, as well as the steadfast patrons and supporters who filled our theaters over the course of 122 author events since 2005. Thank you! Help us keep providing this quality literary programming by making a donation today during NH Gives.

JUST ANNOUNCED & On Sale to Music Hall Members!ROCKY™ in Concert: Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of ROCKY™ at The Musi...
06/09/2026

JUST ANNOUNCED & On Sale to Music Hall Members!

ROCKY™ in Concert: Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of ROCKY™ at The Music Hall on Friday, Nov. 6 at 7:30pm

🎫 Music Hall Member presale starts now!
🎟️ Public on sale begins Friday, 6/12

https://bit.ly/3RMKBXB

🥊 Experience the underdog story that defined a generation. Now bigger, bolder, and brought to life with a live symphony orchestra. Watch the original ROCKY™ film on the big screen while the iconic Bill Conti score is performed live, delivering every triumph, every heartbreak, and every adrenaline-fueled moment with knockout power.



Rocky In Concert

Only 2 days until Musical Theater Bingo! 🎭✨Join us at the Members Club this Wednesday, June 10th, as we razzle dazzle ou...
06/08/2026

Only 2 days until Musical Theater Bingo! 🎭✨
Join us at the Members Club this Wednesday, June 10th, as we razzle dazzle our way through favorites from Hamilton, Rent, Wicked, Chicago, Mamma Mia!, Phantom, Waitress, and more. Expect show tunes, bingo cards, Broadway drama, and plenty of chances to sing along. 🎶

Whether you’re a theater kid, casual fan, or just here for the fun, all are welcome in the room where it happens!

Get Out of the House: Musical Theater Bingo
Wednesday, June 10th | 5:30 PM

06/08/2026

For over 120 years, The Music Hall has been screening award-winning movies, debuting independent films, and celebrating cinema classics!

Address

28 Chestnut Street
Portsmouth, NH
03801

Opening Hours

Tuesday 12pm - 6pm
Wednesday 12pm - 6pm
Thursday 12pm - 6pm
Friday 12pm - 6pm
Saturday 12pm - 6pm
Sunday 12pm - 6pm

Telephone

+16034362400

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