Since the restoration, Merrill Auditorium has established itself as one of New England’s finest performing arts centers, with the Portland Symphony Orchestra, Portland Ovations, and the …Learn more about Merrill Auditorium, Opens a popupSpecialtiesSince the restoration, Merrill Auditorium has established itself as one of New England’s finest performing arts centers, with the Portland Symphony Orchestra, Portland Ovations, and the Friends of the Kotzschmar Organ as its prime tenants.In addition, Merrill Auditorium has had the pleasure of hosting such legendary artists as BB King, Willie Nelson, Bill Cosby, Jerry Seinfeld, Government Mule, and more. Besides the amazing concerts, comedy, theatrical performances, and special events, Merrill Auditorium also serves as a local and statewide cultural hub for dance, benefits, lectures and graduations, and strives to provide a diverse variety of programming for our community and the region.HistoryEstablished in 1912.The Auditorium was originally