Merrill Auditorium, Portland
Merrill Auditorium is a 1,908-seat auditorium located in Portland. Originally known as Portland City Hall Auditorium, it is located in the eastern section of Portland City Hall.
The auditorium was built in 1912 and underwent a major rebuild and renovation in 1997. It features a large pipe organ, the Hermann Kotzschmar Memorial Organ, donated by Cyrus Curtis and built by the Austin Organ Company (Opus 323).
The rental rates vary and include space rental, available City of Portland equipment, and all front of house labor for most usage. Prime tenants at Merrill are the Portland Symphony Orchestra, Portland Ovations and the Friends of the Kotzschmar Organ. Resident organizations include the Maine State Ballet, Portland Ballet and Opera Maine. Merrill is available for concerts, comedy, theatrical performances, corporate functions and other special events.
The auditorium was built in 1912 and underwent a major rebuild and renovation in 1997. It features a large pipe organ, the Hermann Kotzschmar Memorial Organ, donated by Cyrus Curtis and built by the Austin Organ Company (Opus 323).
The rental rates vary and include space rental, available City of Portland equipment, and all front of house labor for most usage. Prime tenants at Merrill are the Portland Symphony Orchestra, Portland Ovations and the Friends of the Kotzschmar Organ. Resident organizations include the Maine State Ballet, Portland Ballet and Opera Maine. Merrill is available for concerts, comedy, theatrical performances, corporate functions and other special events.
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Sight Name: Merrill Auditorium
Sight Location: Portland, USA (See walking tours in Portland)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Sight Location: Portland, USA (See walking tours in Portland)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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