The Music Hall, Portsmouth, NH | 1,607 followers on LinkedIn. Our passion is to inspire, educate, and connect audiences through the power of live and on-screen programming. | “the beating cultural heart of New Hampshire’s seacoast” – Boston Globe The Music Hall, established in 1878 as a Vaudeville theater, has become a cornerstone of Portsmouth’s vibrant arts scene. Over nearly 150 years, it has evolved into a premier performing arts center, featuring two distinct venues: the landmark Victorian-era Historic Theater, designated an American Treasure by the National Park Service, and the modern Music Hall Lounge, an intimate 116-seat cabaret-style space. Together, they host over 130,000 patrons annually, offering a diverse array of live performances and on-screen programming that foster creativity and community.