Criterion Theatre
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Overview
Tagline Brand's website · 2026-11-07
Historic theatre and arts organization in Bar Harbor, Maine, presenting live performances, films, and community arts programs.
Description Brand's website · 2026-11-07
The 1932 Criterion Theatre is a historic Art Deco venue in Bar Harbor that brings the Mount Desert Island community together through distinctive performances, films, arts programs, and community events. It also offers theatre rentals and works to preserve its historic venue.
Identity
Mission Brand's website · 2026-11-07
To bring the Mount Desert Island community together through distinctive performances, champion creativity, and preserve the historic venue for the enjoyment and cultural enrichment of future generations.
Founders & leadership Brand's website · 2026-11-07
Courtney Sale, Executive Director; Allison Sullens, Consulting Director; Mike Hamele, Facilities & Technical Manager; Parker Meyer, Audience Services Manager. The Harper House Music Foundation provides philanthropic, governance, and collaborative support.
Website Brand's website · 2026-11-07
https://criteriontheatre.org
Voice & tone Brand's website · 2026-11-07
Community-focused, welcoming, creative, cultural, and mission-driven.
Founded Brand's website · 2026-11-07
1932; the theatre opened in Bar Harbor on June 6, 1932.
Headquarters Brand's website · 2026-11-07
35 Cottage Street, Bar Harbor, ME 04609, United States
Parent ownership Brand's website · 2026-11-07
Acquired and reopened in April 2025 by the Harper House Music Foundation, which provides philanthropic, governance, and collaborative support.
Offerings
Problem solved Brand's website · 2026-11-07
Provides access to shared arts and cultural experiences while preserving a historic community venue and creating opportunities for connection, learning, collaboration, and joy.
Core capabilities Brand's website · 2026-11-07
- Presenting live performances
- Screening films
- Offering arts programs and learning opportunities
- Hosting community events and workshops
- Renting the theatre for events
- Preserving and operating a historic Art Deco venue
- Engaging patrons, volunteers, sponsors, and artists
Products / SKUs Brand's website · 2026-11-07
- Live performances
- Films
- Arts programs
- Storytelling workshops
- Choir and music events
- Community events
- Theatre rentals
Audience
Target industry Brand's website · 2026-11-07
Arts, culture, entertainment, and performing arts
Customer base Brand's website · 2026-11-07
The Mount Desert Island community, arts patrons, audiences, artists, event organizers, volunteers, sponsors, and visitors to Bar Harbor.
Ideal customer profile Brand's website · 2026-11-07
People and organizations in or connected to Mount Desert Island seeking live performances, films, arts programming, community events, or a historic venue for an event.
Use cases Brand's website · 2026-11-07
- Attending live performances
- Watching films
- Participating in arts workshops and music programs
- Attending community events
- Renting the theatre for an event
- Supporting historic venue preservation
- Volunteering or sponsoring theatre activities
Customer outcomes Brand's website · 2026-11-07
- Access to distinctive live performances, films, and arts programs
- Opportunities for connection, shared experiences, learning, and joy
- A historic venue for events and cultural activities
- Contribution to the preservation of a historic community theatre
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