State Theatre. Photo Credit: Lauryn Hottinger

State Theatre

In the heart of the Arts District in Portland, the historic State Theatre accommodates 1,365 seats to 1,800 standing room-only concerts and was designed in a beautiful semi-Atmospheric/Spanish style complete with stage and full balcony.

About Us

The State Theatre was originally built as a first-run movie house in 1929. In 2010, the historic building underwent a multi-million-dollar renovation to restore its glory. The bi-level venue has an ornate period lobby, amazing sight-lines from any seat in the house and ample green rooms. The State Theatre continues to host the best in national touring artists including Lucius, Emmylou Harris, Queens of the Stone Age, Leon Bridges, Brandi Carlile, Gracie Abrams and more.

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Oct 11, 2026

Presented by State Theatre

Erin French – The Lost Kitchen: Seize The Supper!

Join Print: A Bookstore and the State Theatre in welcoming beloved restaurateur and cookbook author, Erin French, to celebrate her newest cookbook: THE LOST KITCHEN: SEIZE THE SUPPER…

Portland

The Lost Kitchen cookbook cover superimposed over a rustic mill and waterfall scene in Portland Maine.