Welcome to Bank of New Hampshire Stage (BNH Stage), a 424-capacity, multi-room venue in downtown Concord operated by the Capitol Center for the Arts. The main theatre seats up to 296, with the Cantin Room offering about 100 seats, and the whole-building standing capacity around 400 for receptions. Whether you’re here for a concert, comedy show, theatre, or special program, we’ve got you covered with straightforward ticket access and practical venue details.

From flexible seating options to nearby hotels and dining, this guide helps you plan a smooth night out in Concord. We’ll point you to official seating charts, parking info, transit options, and trusted nearby partners to secure your stay and meals.

BNH Stage sits at 16 S Main St, in a walkable downtown Concord zone with on-street meters and a municipal garage across from the venue. If you’re visiting from out of town, consider nearby hotels like The Centennial Hotel, The Hotel Concord, or DoubleTree by Hilton Concord Downtown for convenient access to shows. For dining before or after the show, there are numerous options within walking distance, including partner favorites recommended by our team. The venue hosts a diverse mix of performances—from Best of Broadway: 60s Edition to Echoes Of Floyd and Symphony New Hampshire collaborations—reflecting its rich history since the conversion from the former Concord Theatre and renaming in 2018–2019. When you’re ready to secure your seats, we’ll guide you through the simple, no-fuss process to get you in.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

Location and type: Bank of New Hampshire Stage, a 424-capacity multi-room venue (main theatre plus Cantin Room) operated by Capitol Center for the Arts, located at 16 S Main St, Concord, NH 03301.
Capacity details: BNHS main theatre seats up to 296; Cantin Room seats up to 100; whole-building standing reception up to about 400; total venue capacity listed as 424 for full use. Seating configurations vary (All Seating vs General Admission + Balcony).
Seating chart access: Official seating charts are available as PDFs on the Capitol Center for the Arts site (BNH Stage – All Seating; General Admission + Balcony).
Parking: Municipal garage across from BNH Stage (75 Storrs St) with low hourly rates; on-street meters on Storrs St and South State St; handicap-accessible options noted in venue FAQs.
Transit: Downtown Concord bus service via Concord Area Transit (CAT) with fixed routes; BNHS Stage is in a walkable downtown zone with transfer points on Main Street.
Nearby hotels: The Centennial Hotel (96 Pleasant St), The Hotel Concord (Capital Commons building), DoubleTree by Hilton Concord Downtown (172 N Main St), Courtyard by Marriott Concord (70 Constitution Ave), Best Western Concord Inn & Suites (97 Hall St).
Notable events hosted: The venue hosts music, comedy, theatre, and special programs; examples include Best of Broadway: 60s Edition, Echoes Of Floyd, Alasdair Fraser & Natalie Haas, and Symphony New Hampshire collaborations; opening events were held in Market Days in 2019.
Renaming/demolition note: The venue building was formerly the Concord Theatre and was renamed Bank of New Hampshire Stage after renovation; it is not demolished (renaming occurred around 2018–2019).
Ownership and integration: BNHS Stage is part of the Capitol Center for the Arts complex, with box office operations and programming coordinated through CCNH.