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Arts & Entertainment
Cultural Arts | Theaters | Movie Theaters | Educational | Outdoor Concerts
Live Music and Entertainment
Since 1805, nothing has inspired as much artistic endeavor and entertainment than the Old Man of the Mountain. Since the great stone face fell from it's natural home, poets, writers, artists, and visitors alike continue to draw on renewed inspiration from the White Mountains of New Hampshire. Today's vast array of artistic mediums, musicians, performers, promoters and even sponsors, provide entertainment to celebrate and define the quality of life that is found in the grand Franconia Notch region. Many well-known entertainers and professional musicians started their careers in this inspiring region and return to honor their roots. Our community theaters and those of the performing arts, draw visitors to concerts and performances in historic meeting houses, opera houses and town halls. Many lovers of art and entertainment have restored abandoned historical structures to provide entertainment venues to honor the past and assure the future by providing showcases for North Country entertainment and art.
Lodges and resorts maintain year round schedules of entertainment activities for guests and visitors, and often, if not regularly, are hosts to local organizations and communities for charitable and philanthropic causes that draw the best from the entertainment centers of New York and Boston. Local talents and returning veteran's of various entertainment circuits fill the gazebos, town parks and main street plazas from late spring through fall and "pack them in" from the corners and stages of several tavern lounges and restaurants all year round. The last up-to-date and modern movie house with leisure seats, popcorn buckets and cotton candy for kids is found only on the Main Street of Littleton. From Chamber music to folk bands, poetry readings to stand-up comics, live theatre to movies, or dance bands to concerts- there is entertainment for every age and enjoyment in the western White Mountains. Check our calendar of events and plan your visit or vacation to savor the best of it all.
Cultural Arts
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Alumni Hall has a rich and diverse history. In the 19th century it served as the Grafton County Courthouse and in the 20th century, served as the auditorium and gymnasium for the Haverhill Academy. After the closing of the Academy, Alumni Hall remained empty until members of the Haverhill community came together to preserve and revitalized the building. In May of 2005, Alumni Hall underwent its transformation as a cultural center and became a place where art, culture and community come together. It is dedicated to fostering and making accessible the fine and performing arts. Programs in the visual arts, music, dance, and theater that feature both regional and nationally recognized artists are held year-round. It is a place to spark the imagination, build community and enrich the lives of people throughout the region.
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Bob Copeland's North.of.the.Notch Studio & Gallery
23 Ammonoosuc Street, 2nd Floor
Littleton, NH 03561
603-444-6266
Bob@BobCopelandArt.com
Since retiring from Channel 5 in Boston after 36 years of keeping New Englanders one step ahead of the next snowstorm, Bob Copeland has built a retirement home and an art studio right in the middle of snow country! Check out Bob's new webcam looking south toward Franconia Notch & Cannon Mountain Ski Area. Bob operates and provides his artistry, art graphics and technology in four venues: Gallery I - Recent Paintings of Bob's oil and pastel impressions of New Hampshire's North Country. Gallery II - Abstractions from Nature features Bob's macro photography, Gallery III - Atmospheric Abstractions features Bob's weather photography, and Weather Maps where anyone can order a custom weather map hand drawn by Bob for any date since 1900!
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Located in donated space next to Woodsville Guaranty Bank in Lisbon, we are a not-for-profit artisan cooperative open Wed, Thurs, Sat & Sun 10-4, Fri 10-6. Run exclusively by member volunteers, we exhibit and sell local works from all mediums-paintings, photos, jewelry, stained glass, pottery, basketry and fiber arts.
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Natural Lines Photography
Rivergale Professional Building
Creator of photographic images of nature, Frank Kaczmarek is a naturalist and free-lance nature photographer. Prints of his photographic images have been exhibited in art galleries and businesses in the New England area and Washington, D.C. He continues to favor and use film and traditional “chemical” prints over digital capture and inkjet prints. Photo credits include: Nature’s Best Mag zine, Sierra Magazine, National Wildlife, Nature Photographer, Nature Conservancy, Northern Woodlands, Outdoor and Travel Photography, Birder’s World, Country Life, National Fisherman, the Plant Cell, and Peterson’s PHOTOgraphic. Frank’s work His work has also appeared in various calendars, college textbooks and in a number of published photo books. He has written and illustrated a Falcon field guide entitled New England Wildflowers: A Guide to Common Plants that was published in 2009 by Globe-Pequot Press.
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Neskaya Movement Arts Center
1643 Profile Road, PO Box 624
Franconia, NH 03580
603-823-5828
movement@neskaya.com
Neskaya offers Circle Dance and other Movement Arts including Nia, Yoga, and Tai Chi workshops emphasizing health, relaxation and personal growth. Neska also offers rental opportunities |
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World class chamber music ensemble performances during a 6 week summer festival mid-July through mid-August, additional concerts and school programs in October, February, May. 32nd annual White Mountain Music Festival begins Saturday, July 10th, 7:30 pm at the Sugar Hill Meetinghouse on Route 117, Main St., Sugar Hill, NH. Click here for the complete concert schedule for 2010. The Festival's mission is to culturally enrich the communities of Northern New Hampshire through quality chamber music and creative, interactive educational and community programs. For ticket informationand ordering, click here.
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Theaters
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Seasonal
North Country Center for the Arts & Papermill Theatre has moved its Mainstage Shows to the Governor's Lodge at Loon Mountain for 2010 while constructing Jean's Theatre that will be replacing the "old" Papermill one. Season opens July 14 and features three shows thru Aug. 28: The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee | Altar Boyz | Drood (The Mystery of Edwin Drood). To view the entire seaon's calendar, click here. To purchase tickets online, click here. Group tour information, dinner and theatre packages, or lodging inclusive packages can be arranged. Children’s Theatre on Wednesday and Saturday mornings. |
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The Upstage Players have been promoting community theatrical endeavors throughout the Western White Mountains of New Hampshire for over 30 years through the encouragement of participation in theatre arts by all generations in Lisbon and the surrounding communities while developing talent, fostering growth and continual improvement of community theatre in our region. Production venues vary continually to include theater opportunities for all interests while providing live theater entertainment for audiences.
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Seasonal
Winner of 7 Professional Awards for their 2009 season. 2010 runs July through September offering live professional theater experiences to countless audiences, introducing children-and adults-to a consistently high level of classic and contemporary live theater and productions. Season 47 will run from July 7 to September 1with musicals and comedies: 9 70 5 | Avenue Q | Kiss Me, Kate| Sylvia | Sylvia | Moose Capades | Moon Over Buffalo | Young Frankenstein. For a full schedule of dates and shows, click here. For ticket info and purchase link, click here! Directions: I-93 to Exit 36, left on Rte 3 North thru Whitefield-Theater is opposite the Mountain View Grand Resort & Spa. |
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Catamount Arts
60 Eastern Avenue, St. Johnsbury, VT
Featuring a film series, performing arts showcase and the Northern Kingdom Classical Series.
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Movie Theaters
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Jax Jr. Cinemas I and II are the Ultimate Cinematic Experience of a modern movie theater, featuring first run movies, Dolby & DTS digital sound, pre-show trivia, new signature rocking chair seats, mix of traditional and modern movie snack bar- all at yesterday's prices. Show times: Friday & Saturday: Two shows- 7:00 & 9: 15 PM. Sunday thru Thursday, one show- 7:00 PM. Special Summer Time Schedule and Matinee features for the Kids. Please call to verify show times and program, 603-444-5907 . Directions: I-93 exit 41, Main Street, Littleton.
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Lincoln Cinema 4
Route 112, Lincoln, NH 03251
Directions, Rte 93 south to exit 33 take a right. After Clark's Trading Post take a left. Watch out for sharp curve. At set of lights take a left and then a right into shopping area. Cinema at far end. |
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Educational
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AMC Evening Series
Route 16, Pinkham Notch Visitor Center
Gorham, NH 03581
603-466-2727
Appalachian Mountain Club of New Hampshire presents evening programs programs by naturalists, authors, hiking experts and others on the natural resources and outdoor activities of this region.
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The Frost Museum and Poetry Center
PO Box 74, 158 Ridge Road, Franconia, NH 03580
603-823-5510
frost@frostplace.org
Talks and poetry readings are hosted throughout the summer; celebrates contemporary poetry through conferences and residencies. Directions: Exit 38 off I-93. Proceed to Franconia Village. At blinking lights go straight across to Route 116. Right on Bickford Hill Rd (2 miles), cross river, turn left on Ridge Road, dirt road leading directly to th Frost Place on the right.
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The Rocks Estate
Route 302, 4 Christmas Lane, Bethlehem, NH
603-444-6228
info@therocks.org
Located in Bethlehem this historic country estate features educational family programs. The Rocks Estate staff includes several naturalists and outdoor enthusiasts who are willing to offer bus tours or educational lectures at your facilities. Other educational offerings include unforgettable outings to one of the Forest Society's North Country Properties for teachers and students.
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Outdoor Concerts (Check Chamber Calendar for details)
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Concerts at the Gazebo on the Dow
Academy Street
Franconia, NH 03580
Variety of Friday/Saturday afternoon/night summer concerts subject to booking dates and availability. Lawn chairs, coolers, and umbrellas welcome; concessions tents on the field; children's playground adjacent.
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Concerts in the Park(s)
Summer concert series run from June through August in the towns of Lisbon, Littleton, Bethlehem, and Twin Mountain. Check the website calendar for dates, times and offering. |
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Live Music and Entertainment
(Check Chamber Calendar for details)
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Above the Notch Restaurant & Tavern
at the Cannon Mountain View Motel
729 Main Street, Franconia, NH 03580
603-823-8077
info@cannonmtview.com
Here at the C.M.V., we bring the Best National Bands to the North Country every Friday night. We bring music to the mountains! To view our complete monthly line up, please check our music venue section on our website. Come enjoy Great Food, Great Music and Great Times. Dine inside or enjoy our outdoor Patio. Dinner served Tuesday thru Sunday, 5 - 9 pm. We look forwared to your visit!
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Dutch Treat Bar and Tavern
317 Main Street, Franconia, NH 03580
603-823-8851
Live music in the lounge of the Dutch Treat Restaurant on weekend evenings; headliners, local favorites and variety entertainment. Lounge offers games, DVDs, pool table and more all week long.
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NH Magazine "Best of NH" 2009 Editors Award for Family Friendly Resort. 180 acres of scenic splendor in the heart of the New Hampshire White Mountains. 50" HDTV in all rooms. "Best of Chefs" winning Profile Dining Room daily specials, pub menu and more. Thunderbird Lounge, Gift Shop "Best NH Souvenirs". Heated Outdoor Pool and Hot Spa Open All Year! Indoor Pool, Hot Spa and Saunas. Near area attractions, scenic drives and much more.
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One of America's truly grand hotels that combines 1st class comfort with casual elegance and attentive personalized service. A classic that presents a dazzling array of offerings and amenities wrapped in a timeless storybook setting thought to have disappeared forever. Floor-to-ceiling views of the White Mountains from the prestigious Spa- this grand resort offers an experience unlike any other. Tavern expereience with entertainment to be had year-round.
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603-745-8141 or 800-635-8968
Woodward's Resort is family owned and operated with 85 units in 5 buildings surrounded by lush gardens and recreational opportunities. All with an Open Hearth Steak House, lounge, indoor/outdoor pools, sauna, jacuzzi, racquet ball and tennis- well known for excellent customer service.
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Franconia Notch Region Chamber
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