Criterion Theatre, Movie theater in Bar Harbor, United States
The Criterion Theatre is a movie theater in Bar Harbor with an Art Deco design from 1932 and a 311-seat auditorium. The venue screens films and hosts performing arts events for visitors and residents.
The theater opened in 1932 during the Great Depression and became an important entertainment destination for Bar Harbor. Its Art Deco design reflects the architectural style favored in that prosperous era.
The theater screens independent films, documentaries, and classics while hosting performances by local musicians and theater groups. This blend of cinema and live performances makes it a gathering place for the area's arts community.
The theater is located on Cottage Street with accessible seating and concessions available. Tickets can be purchased online through their official website for advance planning.
The 1932 ceiling features a pattern of rectangles and circles lit by hundreds of small lights. This original lighting design creates an atmosphere that captures the character of that original era.
GPS coordinates: 44.38968,-68.20608
Latest update: December 14, 2025 09:46
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