Firehouse Center for the Arts | Performing Arts & Cultural Center

About the Member

Firehouse Center for the Arts | Theater & Music | Newburyport MA

About Us

Founded in 1991, the Firehouse Center for the Arts transforms a historic 200-year-old building into Newburyport’s premier cultural hub. Our intimate 195-seat theater delivers professional-quality performances, arts education, and gallery exhibitions that make world-class arts accessible to the Greater Newburyport community.

Our Programming

We provide year-round entertainment and enrichment through professional theater productions, concerts by top regional and national artists, comedy shows, visual art exhibitions, and comprehensive arts education programs. Our historic venue combines Boston-quality performances with small-town charm and accessibility.

Core Offerings:

  • Professional Theater Productions
  • Live Music Concerts
  • Visual Art Gallery
  • Arts Education Programs
  • Comedy Shows
Specialty Features

Our unique programming includes adaptive arts initiatives like Second Act Readers’ Theater for seniors and the Card to Culture program offering discounted access to underserved communities.

Key Features:

  • Historic Intimate Venue
  • Professional Productions
  • Affordable Ticket Prices ($15-40)
  • Community-Focused Programming
  • Year-Round Entertainment
Theater Productions

Our signature theater program collaborates with leading regional talent to present world-class productions on our iconic stage. We feature both established works and new theatrical voices while maintaining accessible ticket prices.

Location & Contact

Visit Us:

1 Market Square

Newburyport, MA 01950

Connect

Phone: 978-462-7336

Email: boxoffice@firehouse.org

Website: https://www.firehouse.org/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FirehouseCenterForTheArts

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firehousecenter/

Keywords: theater Newburyport, live music north shore, arts education MA, performing arts center, cultural events Newburyport

Mission Statement: Enriching and entertaining the Greater Newburyport region through high-quality visual and performing arts experiences.

 

The Firehouse Center for the Arts is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization supported by foundations, businesses, and individuals.

 

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