# Criterion Theatre > Publicly sourced profile assembled by Optimly, in the Brand Index. Last refreshed 2026-11-07. - **Brand record:** https://optimly.ai/brand/criterion-theatre - **Dataset:** https://optimly.ai/brand/criterion-theatre.json - **Markdown:** https://optimly.ai/brand/criterion-theatre/llms.txt - **Official website:** https://criteriontheatre.org - **Slug:** criterion-theatre - **Categories:** media-entertainment ## Overview - **Tagline:** Historic theatre and arts organization in Bar Harbor, Maine, presenting live performances, films, and community arts programs. Source: Brand's website (https://criteriontheatre.org) · 2026-11-07 - **Description:** 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. Source: Brand's website (https://criteriontheatre.org) · 2026-11-07 ## Identity - **Mission:** 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. Source: Brand's website (https://criteriontheatre.org) · 2026-11-07 - **Founders & leadership:** 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. Source: Brand's website (https://criteriontheatre.org) · 2026-11-07 - **Website:** https://criteriontheatre.org Source: Brand's website (https://criteriontheatre.org) · 2026-11-07 - **Voice & tone:** Community-focused, welcoming, creative, cultural, and mission-driven. Source: Brand's website (https://criteriontheatre.org) · 2026-11-07 - **Founded:** 1932; the theatre opened in Bar Harbor on June 6, 1932. Source: Brand's website (https://criteriontheatre.org) · 2026-11-07 - **Headquarters:** 35 Cottage Street, Bar Harbor, ME 04609, United States Source: Brand's website (https://criteriontheatre.org) · 2026-11-07 - **Parent ownership:** Acquired and reopened in April 2025 by the Harper House Music Foundation, which provides philanthropic, governance, and collaborative support. Source: Brand's website (https://criteriontheatre.org) · 2026-11-07 ## Offerings - **Problem solved:** Provides access to shared arts and cultural experiences while preserving a historic community venue and creating opportunities for connection, learning, collaboration, and joy. Source: Brand's website (https://criteriontheatre.org) · 2026-11-07 - **Core capabilities:** - 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 Source: Brand's website (https://criteriontheatre.org) · 2026-11-07 - **Products / SKUs:** - Live performances - Films - Arts programs - Storytelling workshops - Choir and music events - Community events - Theatre rentals Source: Brand's website (https://criteriontheatre.org) · 2026-11-07 ## Audience - **Target industry:** Arts, culture, entertainment, and performing arts Source: Brand's website (https://criteriontheatre.org) · 2026-11-07 - **Customer base:** The Mount Desert Island community, arts patrons, audiences, artists, event organizers, volunteers, sponsors, and visitors to Bar Harbor. Source: Brand's website (https://criteriontheatre.org) · 2026-11-07 - **Ideal customer profile:** 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. Source: Brand's website (https://criteriontheatre.org) · 2026-11-07 - **Use cases:** - 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 Source: Brand's website (https://criteriontheatre.org) · 2026-11-07 - **Customer outcomes:** - 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 Source: Brand's website (https://criteriontheatre.org) · 2026-11-07 Page last updated 2026-11-07. ## Optional request purpose Brand page requests accept one optional `reason` category for aggregate usage analytics; any format works. The category list and privacy rules are at https://optimly.ai/llms.txt. 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