[the square] is independent Portland creative hub and studio space presenting recurring all-ages live-music showcases and multi-act concerts. The programming spans Indie rock, folk, jazz, and singer-songwriter, giving artists a useful sense of what already works in the room. 2026 programming includes recurring local-artist showcases and multi-act concerts in an intimate creative-hub setting. Age access is All Ages — supported by multiple 2026 event listings. The booking looks strongest when the act matches the venue’s existing audience rather than trying to force a different kind of night. For the right act, it looks like a credible live-music stop rather than a filler date.
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Intimate live-music venue presenting roughly 300 performances a year across jazz, folk, indie, experimental and songwriter programming. A small, high-frequency music room with an eclectic calendar and a dedicated public booking inbox. The practical live-music fit is yes. Artists working in Jazz, Folk, Indie, Experimental, Singer-songwriter, Multi-genre are directly aligned with the venue’s established programming profile. The venue’s active live-music use gives performers a concrete sense of how a set can fit the room and the audience environment. Blue Portland Maine (BPM) is located at 650A Congress St, Portland, ME 04102. Age access is most shows 18+; under 18 allowed with parent/guardian; 21+ to drink. For a band, solo act, or ensemble considering the room, the useful takeaway is the venue’s demonstrated commitment to live performance and the specific styles already appearing in its schedule. The combination of an established music identity and a defined performance setting gives musicians practical context before deciding whether to pursue a date.
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- Andrew
- Role
- Talent Buyer
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- Capacity
- 110
- Capacity notes
- standing, 65 seated.
- Age policy
- 21+
- Genres
- Folk, Indie, Jazz, Latin, Punk, Rock, Singer-Songwriter
- Sound & production
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- Address
- 650A Congress Street, 04101, United States
- Venue phone
- 207-774-4111
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