Penobscot Theatre
Penobscot Theatre Company, America's Northeastern-most professional theatre company, started in 1973 by George Vafiadis and Lou Collier as the Acadia Repertory Theatre. Penobscot Theatre Company was incorporated as a 501(c) 3 on March 17, 1983.
With the approach of the theatre's 40th anniversary, the stage is set for continued success. PTC's 2011 production of A Christmas Story, directed by Interim Artistic Director Nathan Halverson, had the highest attendance of any show in the theatre's history. Beyond the theatre's main stage season, PTC's educational and outreach programming is the largest in the state, serving thousands of Maine youths through school-based workshops, student matinees, and summer and after-school programs.
The consistent quality of performances and the diversity of the theatre's offerings have earned PTC a special place within the fabric of the greater Bangor community. With its strong leadership, talented and dedicated staff, and the ongoing support of local businesses and individuals, Penobscot Theatre Company will continue to play an integral role in the economic development of Bangor's downtown, the vitality of the region's cultural community, and the lives of area residents and visitors.
Beyond the theatre's mainstage season, Penobscot Theatre's educational and outreach programming is the largest in the state, serving thousands of Maine students in schools with workshops. The theatre also offers post-show discussions, student matinees and summer theatre workshops.
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