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Superb acoustics. Top technical expertise. Historic ambiance. Fabulous Spaces.
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“It was The Music Hall that gave (our event) that certain aura that made it such a success.”—Sam Jarvis
Whether you are a corporation looking for the right spot for a product launch, a community organization aiming to raise funds through a special production, an independent promoter, or a someone in search of stage, screen, or a bar where you can celebrate your spouse’s birthday with a memorable private party, The Music Hall can provide the top-flight services, staff, equipment and amenities to make the most of your event.
Because every gathering is a bit different, we offer several plans depending on the size of your group and meeting/staging/socializing needs. You can rent the full hall including the 900-seat theater; or for smaller, more intimate happenings, the newly renovated Beaux Arts Lobby is available for pre-show and post-show private receptions.
Rent the Hall
An historic setting with state-of-the-art production capability, The Music Hall is uniquely suited for all your event needs. Great acoustics…top technical expertise…snappy service…exactly what event planners look for.
We provide complete packages for:
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State-of-the-Art Equipment:
- 35mm projector and DVD projector
- Dolby Digital Surround Sound
- Theatrical lighting and sound
Facility & Amenities
- 900-seat historic theater with superb acoustics
- Two Lobbies – one newly renovated with full service bar and concessions
- Display areas
- Trained ushers, friendly house management, experienced technical staff.
Book Your Event Today. Email Thérèse LaGamma or 603-433-3100 x 19
Essential documents for renting the theater for a performance
- Usage Policy (pdf) — Contract and rental rates.
- Technical Specifications — Lighting and audio packages, stage schematics, etc.
Rent the Lobby
Check out some images of our new lobbyThe Music Hall’s Beaux Arts Lobby, newly opened in September 2008, is one of Portsmouth’s most popular meet-up and bar locations. Pre-show, post-show, and for special events, this exciting new space offers a perfect suite of amenities, services, and theatrical high style to give your special event a memorable flair. Learn more about the lobby, tour the space and see for yourself. A full bar, catering services and coat check are available in three different rental plans:
A reception for up to 50 people for an hour and half, pre- or post-show.
- $500 space rental
- $300 bar minimum- cash bar for your guests or you can purchase drink tickets to give out to your guests. Drink tickets provided by The Music Hall.
- Founder’s lobby will be open to the public 45 minutes before show time.
- If event is catered there is a $250 set up charge. See catering information below.
- Note: Box office will remain open to the public during reception, but the lobby space is off limits to the public during your event.
- Your event is scheduled around show times and cannot take place during an event happening in the theater.
A reception for up to 75 people for an hour and half, pre- or post-show.
- $500 space rental
- $500 bar minimum- cash bar for your guests or you can purchase drink tickets to give out to your guests. Drink tickets provided by The Music Hall.
- Founder’s lobby will be open to the public 45 minutes before show time.
- If event is catered there is a $250 set up charge. See catering information below.
- Note: Box office is open to public during event, but the lobby space is off limits to the public during your event.
- Your event is scheduled around show times and cannot take place during an event happening in the theater.
A reception for up to 200 people, two hours, pre- or post-show.
- $1000 rental: includes both upper and lower lobby use.
- $750 bar min. cash bar for your guests or you can purchase drink tickets to give out to your guests. Drink tickets provided by The Music Hall.
- Complimentary coat check
- Both lobbies will be open to the public 45 minutes before show time.
- If event is catered there is a $250 set up charge. See catering information below.
- Note: Box office is open to public during event, but the lobby space is off limits to the public during your event.
- Your event is scheduled around show times and cannot take place during an event happening in the theater.
The fine print for all events held in the lobby
- Discounted group tickets are available for many shows: purchase 15 or more tickets and receive a 15% group discount. In addition get free coat check.
Contact email: Mark Pruett or 433-3100 x25 for ticket availability. - Renter must use drink tickets or cash bar. $6 per ticket (beer/wine only).
- If the event is post-performance, the Founder’s Lobby bar closes at midnight.
Catering information
Phone: 603-772-9965. Fax: 603-778-3759