Colonial Theatre

Colonial Theatre is a cinema with a 300-seat auditorium showing independent and international films through digital projection and surround sound technology. The space accommodates various types of events, including live performances and community gatherings alongside regular film screenings.

The theater opened in 1915 and quickly became a test location where major film studios screened new releases to audiences known for their discerning taste. This role as a site of film innovation shaped its position as a cultural venue through the decades.

The space serves the community as a venue for local filmmakers and artists seeking performance opportunities. Visitors experience how the theater functions as a gathering place where diverse cultural expressions, from cinema to live music, shape local artistic life.

The venue operates its full programming from May through October, so planning a visit during these months offers the most options. With 300 seats, popular screenings and events can fill quickly, making advance consideration helpful.

Yankee Magazine recognized the theater for preserving its original architectural details while operating as a modern cinema. This balance between historic character and contemporary film technology makes it unusual among independent art house venues.

Location: Bethlehem

Address: 2050 Main Street, Bethlehem, NH 03574

Website: http://bethlehemcolonial.org

GPS coordinates: 44.27998,-71.69027

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:43