Welcome to the Collins Center for the Arts, the cultural centerpiece of eastern and northern Maine since 1986. Located on the University of Maine campus, the CCA presents an exceptional range of programming—Broadway tours, legendary performers, comedians, dance, live theatre, and chamber music—across the 1,435-seat Hutchins Concert Hall and intimate Minsky Recital Hall. We’re proud to host the Met: Live in HD and National Theatre Live, to be home to the Bangor Symphony Orchestra, and to showcase student musicians from the School of Performing Arts. With more than 100,000 visitors each year, we have something for everyone.
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Grand Kyiv Ballet presents Swan Lake
Thursday, October 8, 2026 at 7 p.m.
An entirely reimagined world: vivid light design, illuminated costumes, and world-class dancers from around the globe transform the classic ballet into a mesmerizing visual experience.
Gravity and Other Myths
Thursday, October 22, 2026 at 7 p.m.
Eight extraordinary acrobats celebrate the dedication, discipline, and countless hours behind mastery in this breathtaking blend of strength, skill, humor, and humanity.
Maxwell Quartet
Sunday, October 25, 2026 at 3 p.m.
Returning to Minsky Recital Hall for the second time, the U.K.’s Maxwell Quartet will offer a concert of music by Haydn, Beethoven, arrangements of Scottish folk song, and a new yet-to-be-announced quartet by the highly-regarded contemporary British composer Eleanor Alberga.
Mania: The ABBA Tribute
Friday, October 30, 2026 at 8 p.m.
Direct from London’s West End, MANIA: The ABBA Tribute recreates the excitement, glamour, and unforgettable sound of one of pop music’s most beloved groups with dazzling costumes, dynamic choreography, and a high-energy live concert experience.
Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! Gala
Friday, October 30, 2026 at 6 p.m.
We cordially invite you to attend our Gimme! Gimme! Gala ~ 6 p.m. – The fun begins! – 3rd floor of the CCA – Bodwell Lounge 8 p.m. – Mania: The ABBA Tribute Show Break out the sequins and join us for a glittering evening! We’ll kick things off on the third floor with heavy […]
Daughtry: 20 Years Unplugged Tour
Monday, March 1, 2027 at 7 p.m.
JUST ANNOUNCED! Join us for Daughtry 20 Years Unplugged! This special acoustic experience dives deep into the vaults with your old favorites and a few surprises along the way!