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Located in downtown Bellingham, the historic Mount Baker Theatre is dedicated to showcasing the best local and visiting acts in performance art today. The beautifully restored theatre, originally built in 1927, is a national historic landmark that plays host to a variety of local and national performing artists in the North Puget Sound region.

Mount Baker Theatre — The historic Mount Baker Theatre in downtown Bellingham brings local and national entertainment to its nearly 100-year old stage. Photo courtesy: Mount Baker Theatre.

“Igniting the imagination since 1927,” Mount Baker Theatre is passionate about fueling Bellingham’s thriving arts community, inspiring young performers through various youth programs and a variety of entertainment opportunities throughout the year. For information about Mount Baker Theatre’s current season, upcoming events, youth programming and ways to support the theatre, visit Mount Baker Theatre online — or click through the articles below for more information.

Mount Baker Theatre
104 N Commercial St
Bellingham, WA 98225
360-734-6080
www.mountbakertheatre.com

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Mount Baker Theatre’s 2022–23 Season Will Leave You ‘Hooked on a Feelin’

There’s nothing quite like the palpable excitement that comes with attending a live performance. Whether it’s a comedian’s...

Broadway Star Kristin Chenoweth To Grace the Legendary Mount Baker Theatre Stage

Strike up the band and let the show begin! This year rings in Mount Baker Theatre’s 95th anniversary—and nine decades in...

Mount Baker Theatre Celebrates Turning 92 Years Old

On opening night at the Mount Baker Theatre – April 29, 1927 – tickets cost 35 cents each.

Get a Rockin’ History Lesson at Mount Baker Theater

It’s time to dig out that leather jacket, because Mount Baker Theater is bringing old-school rock to Bellingham. From Don Felder and Neil Berg,...

Mount Baker Theatre Invites Community to a Free Open House

Submitted by: Mount Baker Theatre Mount Baker Theatre invites the community to attend an Open House Tour on Friday, November 9 from 5:00 p.m. –...

MBT Celebrates the Community with Early Purchase Access to 18-19 Touring Shows!

Submitted by: Mount Baker Theatre Mount Baker Theatre invites all to the Community Pre-Sale Party for 2018-19 Events, Sunday, July 15, 2:00 p.m. – 5:00...

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Dogs Get a Second Chance Through Theatre

Submitted by: Gatlin Beemus of Mount Baker Theatre As the second youngest in a family of 22, Richard Olate struggled to find security in his home...

Brad Burdick: The Man behind MBT’s Phenomenal Lineup

Have you ever had this experience? You’re trying to set an appointment with someone, but they keep stringing you along or repeatedly fail to...

Ghost Judy Eagerly Anticipates Ira Glass and David Sedaris

I have been gliding through the lavish halls of Mount Baker Theatre (MBT) since it opened in 1927. Everyone calls me Judy. I love floating through this...

Ghost Judy Hopes MBT Will Become Dailey & Vincent’s New Haunt

I have been meandering through the ornate halls of Mount Baker Theatre (MBT) since it opened in 1927. Everyone calls me Judy. I love...

What is A Cappella, Beatboxing, and Musical Looping? Highly Entertaining!

We are all a cappella singers. Everyone has sung that solo in the shower, made up that vocal impression of a guitar rift or...

Ghost Judy Can’t Wait for Peter Yarrow to Perform At MBT

Ihave been floating through the ornate halls of Mount Baker Theatre (MBT) since it opened in 1927. Everyone calls me Judy. I wouldn’t really say that...

Gem Hidden in the Walls of Mount Baker Theatre

Submitted by: Mount Baker Theatre One of the many things that makes Bellingham so special is its catalogue of local relics. One such item lives in...

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Ghost Judy Can’t Wait for We Banjo 3

I have been sashaying through the extravagant halls of Mount Baker Theatre (MBT) since it opened in 1927, first as a patron and now...

Glenn and the MBT Squeaky Seat Crew

Mount Baker Theatre (MBT) is celebrating its 90th birthday. Thanks to community support and renovations the building looks great. But behind the nonagenarian’s lobby...

Mount Baker Theatre Thanks Community for Support of Education Series Scholarships

Submitted by: Mount Baker Theatre For twenty-two years, MBT’s Wade Bennett King Education Series has been bringing the magic of live theater to the youth...

Seven Facts About the Banjo!

Submitted by: Mount Baker Theatre Ever wondered how the banjo came to be? Need some fun facts up your sleeve for your next cocktail party?...

Meet a Force for Female Comedians—Ladies of Laughter’s Peggy Boyce

Submitted by: Mount Baker Theatre Since the 1990s, amateur and professional female comics have flocked to the Ladies of Laughter Comedy Festival hoping to launch their...

Mount Baker Theatre’s Last-Minute Local Shopping List

Submitted by: Mount Baker Theatre Just a few days left to find that perfect everything? Don’t fear, have cheer! As the anchor of the Downtown...

Ghost Judy’s Picks for the Best Entertainment Gifts

I have been gliding through the extravagant halls of Mount Baker Theatre (MBT) since it opened in 1927 – once as a patron and...

10 Fun Facts about MBT’s Fabulous Chandelier

Submitted by: Mount Baker Theatre Did you know that Mount Baker Theatre is celebrating its 90th birthday this year? And perhaps one of the most...

Ghost Judy is Eager for Mount Baker Theatre’s Holiday Productions

I have been floating through the luxurious halls of Mount Baker Theatre (MBT) since it opened in 1927. Everyone calls me Judy. I wouldn’t really...

Behind the Curtain at Mount Baker Theatre

Seeing a show at Mount Baker Theatre (MBT) feels like a once-in-a-lifetime experience. But with over 400 events spread between the building’s three public...

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Landmark Holiday Lighting at Mount Baker Theatre

Submitted by: Mount Baker Theatre Add a free community “to-do” to your holiday fun hit list: Mount Baker Theatre’s holiday tower lighting. December 1, 2017...

Mount Baker Theatre: Better Than Ever

Bellingham’s historic Mount Baker Theatre (MBT) first opened more than 90 years ago as a luxurious movie palace. It is also the only survivor...

Making Family Memories at Mount Baker Theatre

When you picture family time, does the reality sometimes not hit the mark? Here’s a weather-proof, sure-fire way to make lasting memories, entertain all...

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From Roots to Celtgrass to Rock ‘n’ Roll—Musical Genres and Mount Baker Theatre Outings

Describing music by genre is subjective and sometimes even controversial. There are more than 25 commonly agreed-upon genres and within each are many subgenres...

Enjoy Musical Storytelling with Mount Baker Theatre

Do you appreciate musicals? Documentaries? Good old-fashioned concerts? Then you will definitely enjoy shows of the theatrical concert experience genre. Never heard of it?...

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Record Number of Award-Winning Musical Acts on Deck at Mount Baker Theatre

Submitted by: Autumn Marceau, Mount Baker Theatre Staff Writer Here at the Mount Baker Theatre, we love to delight our audiences with the best of the...

Giant Jazz Sound to Hit MBT Courtesy of the US Air Force Commanders Jazz...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yhGFECkuoEk Submitted by: Mount Baker Theatre There are few things more enchanting and exciting than watching masters practice their craft, especially when as complex and diverse...