Inspiring, heartwarming, and challenging artistic live theatre. Big city theatre quality in a quaint New England town, Portsmouth is fortunate to attract the caliber of performers who play here.

Small to medium size theater, intimate and with special charm, seating is quite tight.The production what I saw - Christmas Carroll was really enjoyable and engaging. In my opinion this theater company has a big potential to make quality performances!

Their socially distanced live theatre protocols are so safe and effective, making me feel comfortable taking in their amazing programming even in this uncertain time. Go see their shows and support live theatre. As a region, we need the Rep now more than ever!

Great show. Excellent Covid-19 precautions. Thank you!

A number local theater nice stage great play Evita I had to change seats to get more leg room. Overall a good time. Never seen a bit coin atm before so I added the pic.

Great show, great organization. Support them today.

Great little theater. A much more intimate experience because the theater is so small. We saw the Christmas Carol there and it was great!

We saw ragtime here yesterday. The theatre isnt bad but there is no handicap accessibility. Every seat is a great seat, but the elderly had a very hard time getting up and down all the stairs, which caused a back up trying to enter and exit. Great place, they just need to update for handicap and elderly.

We have been here a couple of times. We saw Rag Time last night and were absolutely amazed. The cast was so large I was very impressed by the choreography. The acting, singing and sound production will rival anything down in Boston.My wife had tears in her eyes throughout the play.Skip Boston, hit Portsmouth and check out the high production value at The Rep.Can’t wait to see Sweeney Todd.

Wonderfully community theater focused on musical entertainment. The theater itself can offer physical challenges for patrons who are not nimble, however the productions will delight. Love their youth productions which inspire local young talent.

I gave been a sustaining member for almost 20 years. Every year the quality and talent exhibited there is outstanding. It keeps getting better.

This place is magic. I cannot recommend it enough.I have been coming here for years and have never been disappointed by a performance whether it be Mad Haus, a main stage show, or otherwise.The seats may be a bit small, some seats may be far away, but what this theater brings is top notch talent and intimacy. There is just something special about being so close to the stage.And the ingenuity of some of these sets! It blows a lot of what Ive seen in Boston out of the waduh.I urge everyone, big, little, tall, short, old and young to check Seacoast Rep out - truly you wont be disappointed.

Interesting and creative use of space. Quality performances. Great local gem.

Beautiful historic theater thats so small that theres not a bad seat in the house. A great spot to see some of our local actors put on a show in the heart of downtown.

A true gem in a really fun town! & its year-round! Just got home from Evita - absolutely fabulous! The caliber of the talent was a welcome surprise & treat, the theatre was designed so there is no bad seat in the house, the lovely chairs & tables in the lobby where you can sit before the show or during intermission add to a night at the theatre atmosphere. Loved it, will be back!

Wedding singer was very well done. Jamie was as funny as ever. Whoever played Julia knocked it out of the park.

Nice production of Into the Woods Jr. Boy can that witch sing!!Great cast only con is the Sears are very small.

Some of the most incredible theatre Ive seen. The theatre is set up so everyone can see, and the talent is incredible.

Small and intimate theater that did a fantastic job producing West Side Story. Sat in the front row and I almost had the cast in my lap. Fantastic place to take in a show and you dont have to go to the big cities to see a quality production.

Great performances in an intimate venue. Great mainstage shows, plus talented teens and special events like drag nights, Rocky Horror performances and more!

Great venue. I love seeing shows here ..no bad seats and always loys of talented actors!

Have been a season ticket holder for close to 10 years. Love all the shows. When one is over I look forward to the next.

Want two thank sea coast for housing a great show Evita and west side story .had a great and emotional time . I was able two see my son and cast show there talents . Once again thank you so much sea cost.

Great theater and location. Nice location and plenty of places for dinner. Parking is tough but depending on the season give yourself time to find parking.

Great little theater. Not quite a theater in the round, but seating did go about half way around the stage. It is an old theater, but looked to be in great shape. Seating was a little snug, but again it was an old theater. The cast was amazing when I saw Tommy there. If in the Portsmouth area when they are putting on a show I would go again.

A gem of the Seacoast. Always punching way above their caliber, this theatre puts on shows that are so high quality, they rival the performances of major cities. Musical theatre, adult drama, kid shows and more, From the typical to the unusual, there is something for everyone at this theatre. The Red Light series shows are my favorite here because they feature dark comedy and unique musical performances by local artists who appear to be having a permanent acid trip. They bring you into their world beautifully and leave you safely in firm footing before you leave. Mad Haus in particular is a monthly television soap opera featuring a skeleton that kills people, his lover, and a story teller, and their crazy cast of rotating supporting characters, but you can only see each episode live. If you miss it, oh well. There are no reruns. The musical theatre has professional performers with high quality sound, sets, musicians, and choreography. This place is professional and beautiful, located literally underground right on the waters edge in Portsmouth. Go here for an evening of entertainment. They even take Bitcoin for tickets and drinks. Very cool.

Every show weve seen here has been fantastic! Even though they have tiny bathrooms, a small lobby, and a theater that is hard to move into and out of seats, I still cant take stars away because the quality of the performances and the unique venue make it all worth it! They have been raiding money for renovations, so it may be getting better soon!

Fun, fun, kitschy and simple. Did I say fun? Its small and intimate which can make for fun shows. Poor bar/snack selection as youd probably imagine. Some solid shows but can be hit or miss if you go to random selections

Never disappointed when we see a show at the REP. The cast is simply amazing. It is amazing to see the energy the these professionals put into a show. Everything we have seen is always high energy. A shout out to the set designers and artists that put it all together. If your ever in Portsmouth be sure to take the time to see a show. Youll be a supporter too.

We love this place. Have been season ticket holders for years.

The performance itself was amazing. Went and saw West Side Story. Great talent had there. But as I sat to the far right side I took notice to the carpentry work of the stage lighting. The whole beam was being held up by 2x4s floating on the angeled support, meaning the bottom of the 2x4s were toe nailed in, they were not cut to an angel and flushed to the support at all. Now Im sure theres much more support for this structure up above and I sure hope so, but it striked the curiosity of how stable this was. That wasnt the only structure put together sloppy like. The stage is pretty cool and how the seating is condensed to get close to the performance, so that was cool. Very small stage. Its located just off the water to the edge of town, which was so nice. They are an organization that accepts donations to keep operating and I think they are doing a fabulous job and Im sure theyve come a long way. Lets just hope those structures that rest above our heads as we watch the entertainment are structurally sound and safe!

Awesome family outing. Not a bad seat in the house.

Great local theatre spot. Once here was one of the best shows Ive ever seen.

Always a great atmosphere! Professional level actors

Ragtime was AMAZING!! The entire production is just fantastic

Seacoast repertory theater never fails to produce amazing shows and once again they have delivered. Once is a must see!

One of the best places for local theatre. The seacoast arts is thriving very well and there are so many options. The Rep is incredible.

I have seen quite a few shows in Boston and some community shows on the North shore. The talent in the musicals here are incredible - they must have an excellent community pipeline to get talented people to perform in their shows. The space is quite odd and technically challenging though. Sure - you get really up close with the actors which is pretty thrilling at times - but I find it overall a technically / logistically a distraction from the show. Unless you are seated in one of the back rows (center) your perspective of the space and ensemble is often skewed to see just a few actors at a time. Its kinda like sitting in the front row of a movie theater: your constantly turning your head and its very difficult to see the big picture - the setting the lights and the actors all at once. Instead you gaze around the space : seeing a few lights (sometimes shining directly into your eyes), a specific set piece, a couple actors, a prop and then back to another actor who is close by, then an audience member across the stage from you. Its a unique space for sure - but its not how I like to see a show. Get seats further back and in the dead center and it shouldnt be nearly as distracting.

What an amazing gem of a joint! We recently indulged in joining an amazing cast in the Transylvanian world of Rocky Horror Picture Show. It was astounding, time was fleating and madness certainly took its toll. We time warped with the loveliest of transvestites and had the pleasure of devirginizing a few Sl*** and @ss*#**%. Its places like the Seacost Repertory that keep creativity alive.

We saw an outstanding production of Once. Will definitely check out another show at this theater.

Lots of fun. Great show. Im totally ushering again.

Great place to see a show! The stage is in a pit, it was fairly easy to see everything. There is a bar as well as a place to buy snacks in the lobby. There is a lot nearby with 4 hour paid parking (at a reasonable rate) so you dont have to worry about getting a ticket.

Super talented actors! Great performance and theater.

A fantastic place to see a show, the best theatre and my personal favorite of all Ive visited in New Hampshire. The theatre has stadium seating, seating Ive come to appreciate. Ive sat in multiple different rows including the front row, and can attest that theres no bad seat in the house. Sound quality is superb, and the people performing are absolutely always incredible and give amazing performances. Water is free, snacks are sold and alcohol is sold to those interested. Overall a great theatre that will always be my number 1 choice in New Hampshire. Certainly worth a visit.

No handicapped access, no elevator, elderly had a very hard time getting up and down the stairs to the theatre.

FANTASTIC play. Parking right nearby. Several restaurants also within walking distance.

Wonderful black box style theater with stadium style seating. Only drawback is not much handicap-accessibility (elevator access to limited seating, plus accessible bathroom). Really professional productions with top-notch casts and crew. Dont miss this!

Went an saw the closing night of West Side Story. Fantastic! Very intimate and a fantastic little theater!

Every show they put on is well worth the money. The theater is small, so youre up close and personal with the stage. Ive seen four productions there now, and every single one has been absolutely stellar.

Love the Rep! I have seen a few shows here, and they have all been fantastic. Its a nonprofit theater, so it doesnt have a bunch of bells or whistles..but the theater itself is a really cool intimate venue. Since its a nonprofit, the performers are always doing it for the love of theater..and it shows in their energy. Awesome place and very LGBQT friendly! Do yourself a favor and go see a show there next time youre in Portsmouth!

Small and intimate space made me feel part of the play. Saw Billy Elliot, and laughed, cried and sat in awe of the beauty of dance and humanity. Oh, and the box office resold my unused ticket and gave me a gift certificate for the cost. What a gem of the arts in Portsmouth!

Great spot to see a show. Wonderful staff/volunteers, very accommodating. Not sure theres a bad seat in the house

This place never disappoints. Amazing musicals and plays.

Best shows and service.

Amazing community theater. Wide variety of shows and events. Professional actors and stage production. A small bar in the lobby is a nice touch. The only reason for not getting five stars is the chairs are very worn out. The chairs were murder on my back. But other than that this place is great.

FANTASTIC! I love the more intimate setting that allows you to feel a part of the performance. Have been to several productions and the producers was by far the most impressive adventure. The cast and crew were amazing, funny with great timing, innovative use of the steps/props and an unbelievable number or fabulous costumes! Loved the show and impressed with the theater. PS great drinks but an older building use the bathroom facilites BEFORE the show.

One of the best values around! Incredible productions by talented actors. Far better than paying a fortune at Ogunquit Playhouse and sitting in the back. Every show here is terrific!

Once was a fabulous show. Great talent.

Beautiful space; not very accessible for those with mobility struggles as the pit steps are very steep and the elevator does not go down to the lowest level.

I love this charming theatre! They always have amazing talent and great shows! We were lucky to get a chance to see The Rocky Horror Show on Christmas night. It was the best version I had ever seen! Bravo!

Super friendly! Awesome plays!

Outstanding performance of the Christmas Carol.

After you navigate the stairs, settle in and enjoy! The Roundabout Punch yum! Top shelf entertainment.

We saw The Whos Tommy last night and it was Amazing!!! The theatre was nice and cool, the ushers were super helpful and friendly and the show was over The top fantastic!! The music, the actors, the whole show was energized and fabulous, cant say enough about what a wonderful experience we had.We will definitely be going back!

Not a bad seat in the house! Great little theater to see a show!

Costumes, casting, and singing were incredible during the last performance of Evita!

Excellent show!!!

Always a great time at SRT. Beautifully cool in the theater, in spite of 90+ degrees outside.

I love this theater. The actors and actresses are amazing. I have never seen a bad show here. Highly recommend

Went there to see Avenue Q and will definitely return. An intimate venue without a bad seat in the house. My wife and I are looking forward to attending many more shows here.

It is a rather extraordinary theater of the Seacoast, and has truly become a source for culture and art in the city of Portsmouth. Something to be proud of.

Small theater but very welcoming atmosphere. Saw The Rocky Horror PIcture show, it was very good. Limited seating but all seats were able to view the stage. Overall very good !

Great venue. Very up close and personal and the show I saw was the best experience for the money I have ever had in theater

This theater always features a great variety of local artists. I love the Red Light series and drag nights.

Nice little theater! Been coming here off & on for years.

Ive seen several prodcutions here now including In The Heights, Spring Awakening, Rocky Horror, and coming soon, Avenue Q. I have yet to be disappointed! Great acting, adorable venue, and great prices. I often go to NYC and Boston to see shows, and I am always impressed by Seacoast Rep.

Great place! Great play!

Very up close and personal. Great experience. We had seen the teen version of heathers. Great job by all involved! Would recommend

Avenue Q was a great show. Theatre was small which was nice. You would be able to see from every seat. Will be going back for other shows.

PLEASE READ THIS!This was a great theater, but there is something terrible happening here. The amazingly funny and talented Miles Burns has been fired for political reasons. This has caused a chain reaction of support for Miles in the community as he has done nothing to deserve this. The theater wont be the same without Miles. They need to fire the unethical troublemakers and get this place back on track.

Annie was fabulous show!!! Seats are tight. Leave coats in lobby. Do not park in over priced private lots.

Excellent, professional productions. They never disappoint.

Great performances at good prices

Outstanding community theater!! The actors were very talented and put on a fantastic show! Super enjoyable!

First visit here to see Avenue Q. Its not very big but the atmosphere was nice and intimate. The drinks were good and the visit was well worth the money. Will be back.

A fantastic, intimate theater located in the heart of Portsmouth. Reasonable prices and entertaining shows. What are you waiting for? Go see a play!

Saw The Wedding Singer and it was phenomenal. Good show!

There was a problem with our server and our order apparently wasnt put in until we complained. Needless to say every table round-offs were served and finished before all entrees arrived. In their favor the manager comped us for the meals and we only paid for drinks. The food was pretty good. The delay was too long.

Beautiful venue....great shows at a reasonable price

I love going to see musical theatre especially when such talented friends, Mr Brett Mallard are performing.This is a great place to see theyre all year long.Thank you Sharon, Tom and especially Brett for blessing me with the ticket.Merry Christmas️️️

Great little cozy theater with nary a bad seat (except when some props are used). Rows can be close together but there were places where you could spread out a bit more if you need it. Staff are great and youre made to feel welcome. Semi circle rows of seats wrap around a small stage where the prop department makes really good use of limited space. Sound system can be a bit loud. The Winter Wonderettes were well, wonderful, and we thoroughly enjoyed the music and story line. I commend these actors as it was a 2-hr show with a short intermission halfway through and they were just as fresh at the end as they were in the beginning. Lobby area (small bar and lounge seating) gets cold on a cold and windy night as there is no windbreak to dampen the cold that blasts in every time the door is opened, so dress in layers. The theater itself was very comfortable. Nearby parking is limited so be prepared to come an hour or so early, or drop people off and head for nearby public lots or the Hanover St. garage. Some lots are permit-only, so look carefully for signage - its not always prominent.

Fantastic experience for such a small theater! AMAZING voices and acting skills from the performers.

Awesome black box style theater. Always have great shows.

Always a good show! Enjoy myself everytime

I very much enjoy the theater but the specific play that I saw was not my favorite. The lobby is clean and decorated with pictures of the actors and upcoming shows. They offer coffee and other small food items in their café. The ushers are very helpful when it comes to finding your seat but it is not at all handicapped accessible. It is stadium seating but very steep. I was a little worried that one wrong step and I would be in the lap of the person in front of me. The seating is just not great for sitting through a two hour show. The intermission is nice to be able to stretch your legs but it is very hard to get by the person next to you. It is a very narrow walkway so you just have to watch your footing. The parking is not great because they do not have their own lot. You have to park in the municipal lot and pay the meter. That is if you are lucky enough to find a spot. I recommend getting there early to find a spot and just maybe take a walk around the beautiful city of Portsmouth. All of that being said, I would still go back for another show. The actors there are amazing, wonderful, talented people.

The only reason this is a one star review is because of the theater management. They have shown unfair treatment of employees and I wont return until this is remedied. The latest action of firing the artistic director based on office politics is appalling. I will be telling everyone I know the same.

Wonderful local theater. Small and intimate, no bad seats. Top notch actors in some of the best produced plays I have seen.

The shows at Seacoast Rep are always high quality! I have seen a number of shows over several years, and they never fail to disappoint. From the well known shows like Chicago and A Chorus Line to some of the more obscure productions from their Red Light series, as well as their youth productiins, there is something for everyone!

Cast is always excellent, their choice of shoes are great as wel.Bartender and the rum punch are great!

I have always had a fantastic time at the Rep! Its clean, well maintained, and the elevated seating helps everyone get a clear view!