The Rex Theatre

Our versatile 300-seat venue for musicians, theatre, comedy, community events, and more.

A tribute band performance venue near Nashua, NH

Our History

Originally a printing press, the Rex served as a movie theatre from the 1940s to 1980s. 1989 saw the end of the Rex’s life as a movie house. The property then changed hands several times, functioning as a series of nightclubs. In 2016, the building was purchased by the Manchester Development Corporation (MDC). The Palace Theatre Trust entered into a private-public partnership with MDC in October 2018 with the shared goal of reviving the Rex and opening the space as a theatre once again.

On October 30, 2019 we opened the doors of the Rex Theatre, a state-of-the-art, 300-seat performance venue. In the four months the Rex was open before temporarily shutting down due to COVID-19, we began to see the possibilities of this new cultural resource. This venue has added immensely to our existing performance capabilities. We look forward to experiencing the growth of the Palace Theatre Trust’s newest addition.

THE REX THEATRE EVENTS

March 2024

Altan

“THE HOTTEST BAND IN THE CELTIC REALM” – The Boston Globe The spirit and sound of Altan comes from the deep and rich musical tradition of their native Co. Donegal. On one of his many visits to the Donegal Gaeltacht of Gaoth Dobhair, Belfast born flute player Frankie Kennedy met fiddler and singer Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh, sparking off a deep musical connection, marriage in 1981, and a journey that took them all over the world. Their vision was to bring the unique repertoire of Donegal music to the world and that mission is still as strong as ever. Buy Tickets
21 Mar
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
The Rex Theatre
23 Amherst Street

New York City Comedy Night

New York Comedy Night includes the funniest acts straight from the Big Apple, many of which you may have seen on Late Night TV. NY’s comedy scene is filled with the most prolific and ready-for-stardom acts than any other city in the world. The catchphrase is true. If you can make it in NY, you can make it anywhere! Buy Tickets Andy Pitz A regular at top New York City comedy clubs, Andy Pits has been doing standup professionally since 1990, touring the US, Canada, Europe, and Asia. Career highlights include appearances on The Late Show with David Letterman (2003), and The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson (2007), and have produced four live comedy albums. His standup can be heard daily on Sirius XM Radio, mostly on stations 97 & 98. Matt Jenkins Matt Jenkins is known for his clean, quick-witted brand of comedy. Quickly becoming known as one of New York’s strongest clean comics, Matt uses his diverse background and combines it with solid joke writing and charisma to give audiences a relatable as well as memorable experience. Matt has also performed in Russia, Ireland, China and Switzerland. Sonya Vai Comedian, Actor, and writer Sonya Vai was born […]
22 Mar
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
The Rex Theatre
23 Amherst Street
29.00

Swiftie Spring Dance Party

Are You Ready For It? Calling all Swifties! Come dressed up in your favorite Taylor Swift era attire and join us for a fun-filled night of singing and dancing to Taylor’s greatest hits. The party will feature special signature drinks, a friendship bracelet-making station, a photo booth, and much more! We can’t wait to see you there to make some magical memories together. We can’t wait for you to join us for this Enchanted night! 2:00 pm – All ages welcome 7:30 pm – 18 plus Buy Tickets
23 Mar
2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
The Rex Theatre
23 Amherst Street

Swiftie Spring Dance Party

Are You Ready For It? Calling all Swifties! Come dressed up in your favorite Taylor Swift era attire and join us for a fun-filled night of singing and dancing to Taylor’s greatest hits. The party will feature special signature drinks, a friendship bracelet-making station, a photo booth, and much more! We can’t wait to see you there to make some magical memories together. We can’t wait for you to join us for this Enchanted night! 2:00 pm – All ages welcome 7:30 pm – 18 plus Buy Tickets
23 Mar
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
The Rex Theatre
23 Amherst Street

PTC Les Miserables: School Edition

Performed by student actors ages 12-18. Buy Tickets The Palace Teen Company’s Production of LES MISÉRABLES® SCHOOL EDITION Performed entirely by students A musical by ALAIN BOUBLIL and CLAUDE-MICHEL SCHÖNBERG School Edition specially adapted and licensed by MUSIC THEATRE INTERNATIONAL and CAMERON MACKINTOSH (OVERSEAS) LTD Les Misérables School Edition Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com
26 Mar
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
The Rex Theatre
23 Amherst Street

PTC Les Miserables: School Edition

Performed by student actors ages 12-18. Buy Tickets The Palace Teen Company’s Production of LES MISÉRABLES® SCHOOL EDITION Performed entirely by students A musical by ALAIN BOUBLIL and CLAUDE-MICHEL SCHÖNBERG School Edition specially adapted and licensed by MUSIC THEATRE INTERNATIONAL and CAMERON MACKINTOSH (OVERSEAS) LTD Les Misérables School Edition Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com
27 Mar
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
The Rex Theatre
23 Amherst Street

Silent Film with Live Music: THE TEN COMMANDMENTS

Cecil B. DeMille’s THE TEN COMMANDMENTS (1923), the original silent film version  Come experience the best of early Hollywood the way it was meant to be seen — on the big screen, with live music, and with an audience. Jeff Rapsis is a New Hampshire-based musician and composer who specializes in creating live music for silent film screenings. Over the past 15 years, he has accompanied more than 1,000 screenings in New England, around the nation, and in Europe. Cecil B. DeMille’s THE TEN COMMANDMENTS (1923), after hearing the story of Moses, the sons of a devout Christian mother go their own ways, and the atheist brother’s breaking of the Ten Commandments leads to tragedy. Buy Tickets
28 Mar
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
The Rex Theatre
23 Amherst Street

Candlelight: A Tribute to Coldplay

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Manchester, NH. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Coldplay at The Rex Theatre under the gentle glow of candlelight. Buy Tickets Tentative Program “Clocks” “My Universe” “Speed of Sound” “Trouble” “Fix You” “Paradise” “Shiver” “Yellow” “Something Just Like This” “The Scientist” “A Sky Full of Stars”
29 Mar
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
The Rex Theatre
23 Amherst Street

Candlelight: A Tribute to Coldplay

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Manchester, NH. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Coldplay at The Rex Theatre under the gentle glow of candlelight. Buy Tickets Tentative Program “Clocks” “My Universe” “Speed of Sound” “Trouble” “Fix You” “Paradise” “Shiver” “Yellow” “Something Just Like This” “The Scientist” “A Sky Full of Stars”
29 Mar
8:30 pm - 9:30 pm
The Rex Theatre
23 Amherst Street

Souled Out Show Band

For over 20 years, The Souled Out Show Band has been entertaining crowds in the Greater New England area, making them one of the hottest acts around. Now they have taken the next step, and we are glad to have them here at The Rex!They’ve added visuals to their already dynamic stage show, which takes the SOSB experience to a whole new level!The rhythm section of Russ Magnuson on Drums, Matt Lavigne on Bass/Vocals, Marc Smith on Guitar/Vocals and Chris Gardner on Keyboards drives it all.  Add a horn section of Steve Price on Trumpet/Vocals, Jim Mara on Alto Saxophone/Vocals and Mark Belanger on Tenor and Baritone Saxophone as well as Lead Vocals and it makes their sound as unique as anything you have heard anywhere! On top of that powerhouse line up, we have Krystn Cinelli on Vocals, making SOSB an experience to not be missed!Hear their takes on your favorite music from Chicago, Journey, Meatloaf, Tina Turner, Stevie Wonder, The Doobie Brothers, Bruno Mars and so many more.. ! Buy Tickets
30 Mar
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
The Rex Theatre
23 Amherst Street
29.00
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The Best Seat in the House

The Rex Theatre

23 Amherst Street
Manchester, NH 03101
Mail: [email protected]
Phone: 603.668.5588

REX THEATRE PARKING

There are plenty of parking options that make spending a night at the theatre fun and easy.

VICTORY PARKING GARAGE

The Victory Parking Garage is city-owned.
Procedure for parking meters:
1. Find available space and remember your space number
2. Walk to street level corner stairwell or front of office location and find pay by space meter
3. Follow instructions on meter (coins and credit only, no dollar bills) @0.75 hour / max of $6.00
4. Please remember to pay before leaving garage.
Note: Parking is free after 8PM on Fridays, and on weekends and Holidays.

VIP PARKING LOT

Limited spots available. To reserve your spot, click here.

The Palace Theatres has acquired the parking lot at 77 Amherst St and theatre patrons may now reserve a parking spot when attending a show. The lot opens 90 minutes before show time and closes 30 minutes after the show ends. The parking reservation times will be listed on the reservation ticket. 

VIP parking patrons will be able to enter the Palace Theatre through the back via the red “Star Door”, only a few feet from the parking lot. *Please note – this entrance has stairs. VIP parking is not recommended for those requiring handicap access.

Note: Once purchased, your ticket must be presented in order to enter the parking lot at 77 Amherst St. 

Parking is only allowed during the times listed on the ticket. Violators will be towed and future parking privileges denied.

CITIZENS BANK PARKING LOT

The Citizens Bank parking lot next to the Palace is now privately owned and managed, and charges fees that are not associated with the Palace Theatre.
Note: Only credit cards will be accepted as a mode of payment

ON STREET PARKING

On-street parking is typically $0.75 an hour. Be aware that some on-street parking meters have a two-hour limit. Read meters for specific details and applicable hours.
Note: On-street parking is free after 8PM on Fridays and all day on weekends and Holidays.