One Longfellow Square

Portland, Estados Unidos

4.9

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Teléfono:
+1 207-761-1757
Sitio web:
www.onelongfellowsquare.com
Dirección:
181 State St. Suite 201, Portland, ME, 04101
West End
Paradas y estaciones de transporte público cercanas:
2 kmPortland
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Información del negocio

Accepts Credit Cards
Yes
Bike Parking
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Good for Kids
Yes
Good for Groups
Yes
Noise Level
Average
Good For Dancing
Yes
Alcohol
Full Bar
Happy Hour
No
Coat Check
Yes
Smoking
No
Outdoor Seating
No
Has TV
No

Hoy

Hoy –
Horario local (Portland) 17:47 domingo, 1 de junio de 2025

Horario de apertura

lunes –
martes 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
miércoles 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
jueves 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
viernes 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
sábado –
domingo –

Descripción

Specialties

Live music lives in our intimate Portland, Maine venue. In addition to a wide, genre defying list of music styles, we offer a variety of performance art, film, dance and fundraising events. Take a look at the calendar. You never know what you are going to stumble on here at OLS!

History

Established in 2007.

Formerly known as The Center For Cultural Exchange, One Longfellow Square received a new name in 2010 when we began operating as a non-​profit music and arts venue. Along with the new name, the space took on a new focus of providing arts education opportunities for the area’s youth and an affordable space for community organizations in Greater Portland Area to host their unique individual functions. Through OLS’ entire history, we have been known as the place for performing artists and community organizations to find a home here in Portland. In 2014 we began a series called «OLS Presents Live & Local» to provide local musicians a home to perform their original works to a captive audience. In 2015, after the closing of the area’s most popular comedy club, OLS began to play host to a variety of comedic acts to provide comedians from near and far a place to perform and folks in Portland a place to laugh.

Meet the Manager

Liz P.

Manager

Liz is neither the owner nor manager of One Longfellow Square because One Longfellow Square has no management. We are a group run, non-​profit organization who makes decisions by popular vote, with the help of our staff, board of directors and community of members. Liz is however a talented writer, dancer and music promoter with over 23 years of performance under her belt, 24 years of writing experience (yes she wrote her first word when she was just three years old, complete with backwards «Z» and all) and nine years of performing arts production and promotions expertise to share. She started at OLS in 2013 at just 10 hours per week and now practically lives in the place. The reason for this, in her own words is «Because this place is really special. When you walk in the door it has a magic quality about it. The talent that comes through here is phenomenal, the audience members are inviting and engaged. It’s the best place in Portland for live music and it needs to be shared!»

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Liz P. says,

«A great place to lounge and enjoy a delicious cocktail before or after at show at OLS!»

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Tapas/​Small Plates

Liz P. says,

«Three words… sticky, rice, ball.»

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Cafes

Liz P. says,

«Has catered a number of events in the venue to rave reviews. Great food, good atmosphere, amazing staff, and wonderful mission!»

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Liz P. says,

«Some of the best Ramen in the area. Perfect for a pre-​show meal!»

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Tapas Bars

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«Great for a pre or post show cocktail!»

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13 opiniones sobre One Longfellow Square

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Tu valoración: 5
Portland, ME
One Longfellow has been on fire to see comedians lately. I don’t know took over booking acts but whoever it is, is doing a great job. They consistently get bigger acts than people that play in Boston but not people that will sell out the State or the Civic (Cross) Center.
The small bar has your beer, wine, and most cocktails covered with normal prices for folks starting at 3 dollars for PBR to a 6 dollar Baxter or Allagash.
One Longfellow holds between 100 – 200 people and is a very intimate setting. The balcony seating provides great views but can get blocked due to the limited amount of elevation.
Parking is on the street and can be tough if it is 1st Friday or a busy night in the Summer.
A lot of the acts will even make time for a photo after the show. (Case in point my picture)
An awesome spot.
Tu valoración: 5
Wolfeboro, NH
Friendly atmosphere, with not a bad seat in the house. The real kicker is that they have great chocolate chip cookies to sustain you through the night.
Tu valoración: 5
Portland, ME
One Longfellow is a great place to see comedians. I’ve been here twice and both times it was for comedy shows. I like the intimacy of the space and it’s made me not want to go see comedians in huge venues. I would say with seating on the main floor and upstairs, it holds probably maybe 50 people? Maybe? I don’t feel like there is a bad seat in the house. I like the fact that there are no tickets to print out and deal with. They just put your name on the list with the number of tickets and you check in at the door. It can get a little hectic if the show is sold out and there are people waiting to check in, people trying to buy alcohol at the little bar and random people just milling around. It’s not a huge space so when it sells out, it feels REALLY full. I feel like One Longfellow is one of the overlooked venues in Portland. They regularly get known comedians and bands with name recognition. At the last event I attended, I also learned that they do a comedy university and were having a show to showcase the graduating students. I think it’s pretty cool that they give classes in how to be a stand up comedian.
Tu valoración: 5
Gray, ME
I feel really stupid for not going here earlier. It is a great little venue that totally delivers on the small intimate feeling you want from a show. I came here to see comedian Matt Braunger last night, and it was the perfect setting, top to bottom. I have been spoiled lately seeing national type comedians in smaller venues — that I can’t see myself schilling out big bucks to see someone at an arena. The intimacy can’t be beat. The venue is round-​ish, and I think it opens up for good seating options. There is a small bar if you want some libations, and they have some nice local beer selections there. Tickets are done with your name on a list, no need to print out ahead of time or worry that your phone won’t load them (this might not be for every show… so read your instructions & terms). Tickets are reasonably priced too.
I really loved the experience there, and will be on the lookout for future shows.
The only complaint is parking is a bear, but that is not dear One Longfellows Square’s fault at all. Just be a practical human adult and plan accordingly.
Tu valoración: 5
Portland, ME
Caveat: I’m a member. Nonetheless this is my favorite place in Portland for live music to listen to, vs. dance to.
The tickets are always very reasonably priced, getting in is as simple as your name on a list if you prepaid.
I like the balcony for an unobstructed view and it pays off every time.
Sound is terrific no matter where you’re at in the building.
Staff is easy and amenable.
There’s a small bar with essentials including coffee and tea.
My kind of joint.
Tu valoración: 5
South Portland, ME
A beautifully curated soundscape in a great listening room in downtown Portland, OLS fills a niche that was lacking in our creative city.
The staff (and volunteers!) are knowledgeable, and accommodating– welcoming you in with sincere excitement for whatever show you’re about to experience.
Even if you’ve never heard of the band/​artist/​group that may be playing, it’s worth a stop. Worst case: you can enjoy the beautiful space and people watching. Best case: you find something new to love.
Tu valoración: 5
Portland, ME
This is an awesome venue for an intimate show. They always get very talented performers – for example last fall they had my favorite cellist, Rushad Eggleston. There is a neat little balcony but I usually go for the middle seats downstairs. Always a few local beers and a special cocktail. Prices of tickets are very reasonable as well! I’ve never seen a bad show here.
Tu valoración: 5
Scarborough, ME
If you are new to or visiting Portland you should save some time to visit One Longfellow Square. My wife and I frequently make an evening out at one of the MANY great restaurants in the Square and then go to OLS for a show. Their online calendar is sure to show you something you will like. The tickets are very reasonable. I highly recommend the Portland Jazz Orchestra shows. We’ve seen some pretty big luminaries there that you’d be surprised to see up close. Our favorite seats are actually in the balcony where you can look down on all the action. The sound board guy is a genius and the volume and sound quality is the best I’ve heard in a venue of this size. Also, their bar has great local craft beer and a full bar for cocktails. There is convenient parking behind the Local 188 restaurant (which is also a good place to supper beforehand). Trust the locals to give you a good hint on where to head out for a truly memorable experience!
Tu valoración: 5
Portland, ME
So let me first say I am a performer who’s had the pleasure of being on this stage. Now this may make you say «well this guy has a vested interest so I cannot no dare I say will NOT trust his review» but here me out. I’m a Comedian «oh well then his opinion never mattered» …that was uncalled for but I’ll continue. This place is a perfect blend of upscale artsy establishment with a real personable and closeness bordering on intimacy. The stage is small and you are right there with the audience plus you can see the goings on in the street outside. That adds a level of cool to the room and inspires you to perform a little better. The building is book ended by a statue of Portland’s favorite son and poet Longfellow and a adult video emporium also with many works by Longfellow. Do not let that discourage you from going here it’s really a great venue and I was very proud to be on their billing. That alone is an eclectic menu of some of the best offerings in the arts world. They at least if anything deserve your consideration when deciding what to do on a special evening.
Tu valoración: 5
Portland, ME
One Longfellow square is a place that is perfectly situated, smartly designed, and plays host to some sensational performers and events. From musicians like Ronnie Earl and Duke Robillard to showings of the Big Lebowski as part of the annual Dudefest (folks wearing bathrobes get discount tickets), this venue will display them all with local charm. For concessions, there’s a decent bar with some available snacks. Nothing major, but enough to satisfy. Really, they have stellar offerings in a nice setting. That’s all that needs to be said.
Tu valoración: 5
Portland, ME
One Longfellow is a great venue that deserves a few more reviews. It’s an EXTREMELY intimate space, with perhaps a capacity of about 200? (Side Note: I love that Portland has a wide variety of performance venues to accommodate every type of artist and fan base!) If you’re on the floor, you can literally walk up and touch the instruments, like you’re watching a few of your musician friends jam out in a garage or a basement. There’s also a balcony if you want to watch the show from a higher elevation.
If you’re the kind of concert-​goer who needs to have a beer in one hand to balance out the fist-​pumping happening with the other, don’t fret — you can grab a beer or two and a few snacks at the small bar located directly inside the venue. When I went there a few weeks ago they had one or two Funky Bows on tap from which to choose. There was also a random plate of free cookies so I obviously grabbed a fistful and stuffed them in my pocket… you know, for later.
The only drawback to seeing a show at this place is that you don’t get a ticket; when you make a reservation via the interwebs your name goes on the list with however many +1s for whom you’ve also bought tickets. If you’re like me and like to keep tickets as souvenirs, then prepared to get disappointed — but I begrudgingly admit that it’s a good way to keep costs down.
Tu valoración: 4
Portland, ME
Intimate theater perfect for singer song writers and other performers. Full bar and basic amenities this organization brings in great acts for a great price amid welcoming community and neighborhood
Tu valoración: 5
Falmouth, ME
Great intimate venue. Nice acoustics and not a bad seat in the house.