About this venue
Capitol Center for the Arts - Chubb Theatre is a historic proscenium theatre in central Concord, with 1,304 seats arranged across orchestra and balcony levels. Originally opened as the Capitol Theatre, the venue retains distinctive elements of its earlier interior, including sections of original decorative stenciling preserved during renovation. Today, it serves as an important stage for concerts, theatre, comedy, dance and other live performances.
The traditional auditorium is complemented by modern lighting and sound equipment, allowing the theatre to accommodate a wide range of productions. The combination of orchestra seating, a balcony and a substantial stage preserves the atmosphere of a classic theatre, while the fully seated layout provides clear views of the performance from different sections of the auditorium.
The theatre is located at 44 South Main Street, Concord, NH 03301, United States, with direct access from Main Street. Four designated accessible parking spaces are located directly in front of the Chubb Theatre, while additional street parking and the municipal garage on Storrs Street are available nearby. For broader options for reaching the venue and getting around Concord, the city transportation information below provides additional context.
About the city
Concord, the capital of the U.S. state of New Hampshire, is a compact yet lively regional hub for entertainment and events where live music, theater, cultural programs, festivals, and sporting gatherings come together. Downtown is home to the Capitol Center for the Arts and BNH Stage, while Main Street brings together restaurants, cafés, shops, and other amenities that make it easy to combine an event visit with the rest of a stay. Thanks to its walkable downtown and relatively short distances, Concord is practical for visitors who want to combine a concert or sporting event with exploring New Hampshire's capital.
Getting around the city is made easier by Concord Area Transit (CAT), the local public transportation system with fixed routes, while the Concord Transportation Center on Stickney Avenue serves as an important hub for intercity buses, including Concord Coach Lines. For air travel, an important regional option is Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (MHT), from which Concord can be reached by road via I-293 and I-93, while Concord Coach Lines also connects the city with Boston Logan International Airport and Boston's South Station. The combination of local buses, intercity services, and the road network makes it easy to continue toward downtown, entertainment venues, and sports locations.
Before or after an event, it is worth walking along Main Street, seeing the distinctive golden dome of the New Hampshire State House, and exploring the historic downtown area with its shops, galleries, and restaurants. Concord lies along the Merrimack River, and its compact center makes it possible to include several attractions in a single walk. For additional cultural experiences, visitors can explore the New Hampshire Historical Society and the McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center, making a concert or sporting event an easy part of a broader city experience.
