Camden Opera House

Camden Opera House Welcome to the Camden Opera House, located in the heart of beautiful Camden, ME! Join us year-round Across from the Village Green in downtown Camden.

Historic, exquisitely renovated, air conditioned, accessible.

Before Pride Month ends, join us for an evening of powerful storytelling, creativity, and community!On June 27 at 7 PM, ...
06/25/2026

Before Pride Month ends, join us for an evening of powerful storytelling, creativity, and community!

On June 27 at 7 PM, .bark.events presents a special Q***r Film Festival, featuring an inspiring collection of LGBTQ+ short films spanning documentary, animation, experimental film, comedy, romance, and even a horror musical. All proceeds benefit OUT Maine , supporting programs for LGBTQ+ youth across Maine.

Featured films include:

• Ronita Rambo – A sharp-tongued Missouri waitress enlists two gay teens to help her navigate a new crush and discover her authentic self.

• Buffalo Ten – A glamorous trans woman returns to her hometown of Buffalo and finds unexpected romance at a local bowling alley.

• Squish – An anxious young woman becomes obsessed with living a carefree, thought-free life, with hilarious and surprising results.

• Story Drive: Voices Unveiled – Anonymous LGBTQIA+ voicemails come to life through a unique blend of documentary storytelling and imaginative animation.

• Tending to the Soul – A poetic documentary exploring healing, education, and community at an Alabama sanctuary rooted in land stewardship.

• Prom Party Massacre – A campy horror musical where teenage romance, poodle skirts, and a mysterious slasher collide at prom.

• Subject of Desire – A Fire Island seasonal worker searches for connection, identity, and artistic purpose.

• Fireflies – A tender coming-of-age story about a young camper navigating a newfound relationship.

• Old Girl in a Tutu: Susan Rennie Disrupts Art History – An octogenarian feminist scholar humorously inserts herself into classic artworks to challenge the male gaze.

• A Space for Us – A moving documentary about q***r and trans youth finding joy, belonging, and self-discovery at summer camp.

General Admission: $20
No one turned away for lack of funds
Doors open at 6:30 PM
Camden Opera House, 29 Elm Street

Celebrate Pride, support q***r filmmakers, and experience an unforgettable night of stories that entertain, challenge, and inspire.

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🎶 A musical journey unlike any other! 🎶Bagaduce Music presents Joachim Cooder live on Friday, August 14 at 7 PM!Known fo...
06/24/2026

🎶 A musical journey unlike any other! 🎶

Bagaduce Music presents Joachim Cooder live on Friday, August 14 at 7 PM!

Known for his mesmerizing blend of Americana, world music, and folk traditions, Cooder creates sounds he describes as a “defunct cosmic ice cream truck” with electric mbiras, tank drums, and other tuned percussion. The son of legendary guitarist Ry Cooder, Joachim has performed with icons including Johnny Cash, Ali Farka Touré, Steve Earle, John Lee Ho**er, and the Buena Vista Social Club.

His acclaimed album Over That Road I’m Bound reimagines the music of Uncle Dave Macon through the haunting tones of the African thumb piano, creating something wholly original and deeply soulful.

🎟 Advance ticket prices available through August 3 at 9 AM
📍 Friday, August 14 • 7 PM
🎫 Tickets: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/bagaducemusic/2241031
📞 Questions? Call 207-374-5454

Come experience an evening of inventive, unforgettable music from one of today’s most distinctive artists!

🎭✨ Calling All Young Stars! ✨🎭Hello Parents! Got a young child who loves the spotlight? Looking for something FUN, creat...
06/23/2026

🎭✨ Calling All Young Stars! ✨🎭

Hello Parents! Got a young child who loves the spotlight? Looking for something FUN, creative, and confidence-building this summer? 🌟

is back with our Summer Theater Week, July 6–11 — and this year’s production is “The Emperor's New Clothes!”

⏳ Last chance to register your child! We still have a few spaces left for children entering 1st grade through age 7. (Bonus: there’s a sibling discount, too!)

Don’t miss the chance for your child to take the stage, make new friends, and shine all week long.

👉 Register at camdenoperahouse.com

Celebrate Pride, support q***r filmmakers, and experience an unforgettable night of stories that entertain, challenge, a...
06/22/2026

Celebrate Pride, support q***r filmmakers, and experience an unforgettable night of stories that entertain, challenge, and inspire on Saturday, June 27th at 7pm!
bark.events presents the 3rd annual Q***r Film Festival, featuring an inspiring collection of LGBTQ+ short films spanning documentary, animation, experimental film, comedy, romance, and even a horror musical.

Featured films include:

• Ronita Rambo – A small-town waitress turns to two gay teens for help navigating a new crush and finding the courage to be herself.

• Buffalo Ten – A glamorous trans woman returns home to Buffalo and discovers romance in an unexpected place.

• Squish – An anxious young woman tries to escape her thoughts by emulating a squishy toy, with surprising results.

• Story Drive: Voices Unveiled – Real anonymous LGBTQIA+ voicemails are transformed into a moving blend of documentary and imaginative animation.

• Tending to the Soul – A poetic documentary about an Alabama farm where healing, education, and community care become acts of resistance.

• Prom Party Massacre – A campy horror musical where romance, rebellion, and a slasher killer collide at prom.

• Subject of Desire – A seasonal worker on Fire Island searches for love, connection, and artistic identity.

• Fireflies – A young camper grapples with the emotions of a new relationship.

• Old Girl in a Tutu: Susan Rennie Disrupts Art History – With wit and creativity, an octogenarian feminist inserts herself into famous artworks to challenge the male gaze.

• A Space for Us – Q***r and trans youth find joy, belonging, and self-discovery through the QTYA summer camp experience.

All proceeds benefit , supporting programs for LGBTQ+ youth across Maine.

🎟️ General Admission: $20
❤️ No one turned away for lack of funds
🚪 Doors open at 6:30 PM
📍 Camden Opera House, 29 Elm Street

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☀️🎶 Happy Summer!The Camden Opera House’s Camden Summer Sounds series is back! Join us on the first four Sundays in Augu...
06/21/2026

☀️🎶 Happy Summer!

The Camden Opera House’s Camden Summer Sounds series is back! Join us on the first four Sundays in August at 4 PM at the beautiful Camden Snow Bowl for FREE outdoor concerts.

Pack your lawn chairs, bring a picnic, and settle in for an afternoon of great live music with friends, family—and yes, your leashed pups are welcome too 🐾

This beloved summer tradition is made possible thanks to Maine State Credit Union and Highland Events, LLC . While admission is free, donations are appreciated to support the Opera House’s Community Arts Fund.

8/2: The Resonauts – straight from Nashville, blending jazz, bluegrass, and pop into a sound all their own.
8/9: The Right Track – an 11-piece, high-energy dance band guaranteed to get you moving.
8/16: Haggard and Cashed – a seven-piece country and western swing band bringing classic honky-tonk vibes.
8/23: Once An Outlaw – a Southern rock legacy band delivering timeless favorites and crowd-pleasing hits.

🌧️ Rain in the forecast? No problem. Shows move indoors to the Camden Opera House, with updates posted by 5 PM the day before at camdenoperahouse.com and on social media.

Make it your new Sunday ritual in August— good music and dancing in the grass 🎵🌿

🎶An evening with Tom Rush, accompanied by Brendan ClearyFolk legend Tom Rush takes the stage on Sept. 4th at 7:30 PM for...
06/21/2026

🎶An evening with Tom Rush, accompanied by Brendan Cleary

Folk legend Tom Rush takes the stage on Sept. 4th at 7:30 PM for a night that’s equal parts music, storytelling, and pure charm. With his signature guitar style, warm voice, and sharp wit, Rush delivers a show that moves effortlessly from laugh-out-loud stories to soulful ballads and gritty blues.

A true architect of the folk revival, Rush has influenced generations of artists—from James Taylor to Garth Brooks—and helped introduce the world to voices like Joni Mitchell and Jackson Browne. This is more than a concert—it’s a journey through the past, present, and future of American music.

Opening the evening is Brendan Cleary, a Berklee-trained singer-songwriter whose rootsy sound blends folk, blues, and country.

🎟️ Tickets: $55 advance / $65 day-of-show
📅 Sept. 4th at 7:30 PM
🎶 Doors open at 7 PM
👉 camdenoperahouse.com

Sponsored by Camden Maine Stay Inn and 40 Paper.

🎶 Pokey LaFarge Returns to Camden! 🎶Mark your calendars for November 14 as Pokey LaFarge and his Band take the stage at ...
06/20/2026

🎶 Pokey LaFarge Returns to Camden! 🎶

Mark your calendars for November 14 as Pokey LaFarge and his Band take the stage at the Camden Opera House to celebrate the release of their brand-new album, Rent Money.

For more than 20 years, Pokey has carved out his own path, blending Americana, blues, folk, jazz, and rock into a sound that's entirely his own. Rent Money is his most personal and powerful album yet—filled with twanging guitars, irresistible rhythms, heartfelt storytelling, and sharp observations about the world around us.

As Pokey puts it: “People are always going to tell you what they think you should play… and I’ve always just been like, nah. Nope. I’ve just completely gone my own way.” — Pokey LaFarge

If you've seen him before, you know the energy, charisma, and musicianship he brings to every performance. If you haven't, this is the perfect time to experience one of America's most original and authentic artists live.

📅 November 14
🚪 Doors open at 7 PM, show starts at 7:30 PM
🎟 Reserved seats: $38 advance | $45 day-of-show at: camdenoperahouse.com

Don't miss an unforgettable night of deeply human music from a true original.

Sponsored by Lord Camden Inn and 40 Paper.


🎶 Experience the one-of-a-kind sound of Joachim Cooder on Friday, August 14 at 7 PM!Presented by Bagaduce Music, brings...
06/18/2026

🎶 Experience the one-of-a-kind sound of Joachim Cooder on Friday, August 14 at 7 PM!

Presented by Bagaduce Music, brings an imaginative blend of folk, Americana, world music, and innovative percussion to the stage. A drummer, composer, and multi-instrumentalist, Cooder has performed with legends including Johnny Cash, Ali Farka Touré, Steve Earle, John Lee Ho**er, Dr. John, and the Buena Vista Social Club.

Known for transforming traditional sounds into something entirely his own, Cooder's music features electric mbira, tank drums, and other tuned percussion inspired by what he calls "a defunct cosmic ice cream truck" playing in his head.

His acclaimed album Over That Road I'm Bound reimagines the songs of country pioneer Uncle Dave Macon through a fresh, atmospheric lens that blends country roots with world music and ambient influences.

Don't miss this extraordinary evening of musical exploration and storytelling.

🎟 Advance ticket pricing available through August 3 at 9 AM. Tickets available at the door if capacity allows. Tickets at: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/bagaducemusic/2241031

Questions? Call 207-374-5454.

🏡The kids are gone… now what?Join us at the Camden Opera House on July 15 at 7:30 PM for Empty Nest and All the Rest, a ...
06/18/2026

🏡The kids are gone… now what?

Join us at the Camden Opera House on July 15 at 7:30 PM for Empty Nest and All the Rest, a laugh-out-loud one-man comedy show from comedian and storyteller Clay Hausmann.

After decades of parenting, the kids have packed up and headed off to college or their adult lives—taking the groceries, the passwords, and most of the conversation topics with them. Now it's just you, your spouse, and a whole new chapter filled with awkward questions, unexpected realizations, and plenty of comedy.

With sharp observations, relatable stories, and big laughs, Clay explores the joys, challenges, and absurdities of life after the nest empties. Whether you're an empty nester, about to become one, or just need a good laugh, this show is for you!

Best of all, this performance is a fundraiser for the Camden Opera House Community Arts Fund, helping to provide free or low cost arts programming.

🎟️ Tickets: $18 in advance | $22 day of show/at the door at: camdenoperahouse.com

06/17/2026

Pokey LaFarge and his Band return to the Camden Opera House on November 14th celebrating the release of his new album, Rent Money! Tickets at: camdenoperahouse.com

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