Merrill Auditorium

Address:	20 Myrtle St, Portland, ME 04101, USA
Phone:	+1 207-842-0800
Site:	merrillauditorium.org
Rating:	4.6

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Christyn Waisanen

Brought my 3 year old son to see Daniel Tiger. Parking was available at "Top of the Hill" lot (open evenings for all Merrill auditorium events) as well as across from that lot for $10. Within a 3 minute walk to the auditorium. Ticket window is straight through the door on the left within a large open area. Auditorium entrance is through doors to the right and down the hall. Drinks and snacks were available and allowed within the theater with the $2 purchase of a travel cup with cover. Both non-alcoholic beverages and soda/water available. Theater itself nice not extravagant. Aisles are wide enough for a wheelchair and there are reserved handicapped seats available. There is balcony seating as well. Theater is small enough that even the back rows can see the stage and actors clearly. Sound for this particular show was very loud. There was a slight mix up in regards to the VIP tickets but only in reference to how things were going down for the photo op after the show. This part could have been more organized. When I purchased the vip tickets was written that I was purchasing a signed poster (got the same unsigned poster that I could have purchased separately) and a meet and greet with the cast(only got Daniel Tiger and a different Prince Wednesday than was on stage) and photo was taken with my cell phone (so if I had not brought it in to the venue with me I would not have gotten the photo). Because of the disorganization it was after 9 before we got to Daniel and 15m before they had formed a line for Daniel (each family was told to sit in their seats and they would come get us for the photo). Staff was friendly and professional, and very understanding of the theater being filled with restless infants and toddlers. Would use this venue again.

Maine CarGuy

Always a quality show, from Bach to Zeppelin. Great acoustics if you are in the center or next sections either side of center. Always choose Grand Tier or balcony seating. You cant see anything from the floor except the first row of musicians. Sound quality suffers with extreme left/right seating. That said, shows are always terrific and the performers are second to none. World class right here in little old Portland, Maine.

jason stults

We went to see The Nutcracker this year and we wanted the best seats so we purchased seats on the "grand tier." When we arrived we discovered that our seats had an obstructed view. Very obstructed. The show and performers were excellent but I did not enjoy trying to look under a handrail the entire show, especially since I bought the most expensive tickets offered.

Thomas Bailey

This is an elegant and well maintained piece of history in the of Portland, ME. The auditorium is modern and very easy to navigate while holding on to its classic, original design. The sound is fantastic and seating is comfortable. This auditorium houses many fantastic presentations and performances and is home to the well-known Kotschmar organ.

Joshua Rosen

Ive attended three performances here, Port Operas production of Tosca, organ concert and the organ meets Opera. The Merrill is home to one of only two municipal organs in the US, the other is in San Diego. The acoustics here are good and we love Portland o the Merrill is a regular destination for us now (we live in Mass).

Chris Borek

Beautiful and well-maintained building with adjacent parking lots. Good acoustics. When I went there to see David Blaine, there was a line around the block, but they waited to open the doors and had ridiculous security, so we missed part of the show even though we had arrived in plenty of time.

Justin Jordan

Beautiful venue and saw a great show here but staff was always on the prowl to find people using cell phones and were constantly walking in front of you, confronting people, and generally distracting from the show wayyyyy more than joe shmoe hunched over sending a text

Kyle Charest

Went here for the nutcracker last year. I get claustrophobic in this auditorium when I sit under the balcony. Just make sure you get your seats early so you can choose the best locations. Definitely worth paying extra for better seats.

Kevin Sahakian

This place is one of the hidden gems in the area. Ive seen a few shows here and always had a good time. If youre in town around Halloween I highly recommend seeing the annual scary silent film accompanied by the Kotzschmar organ.

John Chrissikos

Phenomenal place for any type of concert with world-class Symphony or a good rock show and Comics. The place was completely renovated and brought back to the original old opera house type of feel. This place is awesome!

Owen

Great venue, but the staff need to CHILL out...they are constantly looking for people on their cell phones. It is so distracting to have security walking up and down rows and yelling at people for sending a text..

Raymond Larose

Saw Chopin here with my wife and this place was fantastic. Great sound and super cozy. Not a bad seat in the house. Were thinking of season tickets as its worth the trip from NH.

Christian Cornielles

Visited this venue for the Price is Right amd I had a blast. Part of that blast was thanks to the wonderful staff of the venue. Very clean too!

Anthony Farr

I go here every year for a work event and also for the nutcracker with my family. Great venue. Not a bad seat in the house.

Gerry Doyon

Ive never had a bad experience here. Ive enjoyed every performance and school graduation. There isnt a bad seat.

Alex Bakman

What a great place. The old world charm is everywhere and the acoustics are out of this world!

Jaime Milot Salger

Was very nice, we were there for my stepsons high school graduation from Baxter Academy!

Johnathan Emery

A great theater makes for a great show. Friendly, helpful and patient staff.