Meet the Artist: An Interview with Jenna Gutierrez

Each season, the Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine invites an artist to help bring our theatre season to life through original artwork that captures the imagination of our audiences. For Season 102, we’re thrilled to showcase the vibrant, whimsical designs of illustrator and art educator Jenna Gutierrez. A former CMTM team member and current Boston-based art teacher, Jenna brings a playful, collage-inspired style rooted in her love of childhood cartoons, creative exploration, and arts education.

We caught up with Jenna to learn more about her journey, her creative process, and the inspiration behind her artwork for our 2025–2026 season, Tales of Togetherness.

Theatre, Theatre PostersHannah DalyJune 6, 2025Meet the Artist, Maddy's Theatre

Our Commitment to Belonging and Joy

The month of June is a celebratory time filled with joy, love, and individuality. While we strive to embody these values throughout the year, Pride Month presents a unique opportunity to shine an even brighter rainbow of light on inclusion, self-expression, and community. At the Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine, we believe every child and family deserves to feel safe, seen, and celebrated.

UpdatesCommunications OfficeJune 3, 2025blog

Meet the Playwrights of CMTM's 2025 Youth Playwriting Festival

Here at the Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine, we believe young voices have the power to move, delight, and inspire us all. That’s why we’re so proud to present the 2025 Youth Playwriting Festival—an annual celebration of original plays written by young people for a family audience. These plays are filled with heart, humor, imagination, and truth — and they’ll be brought to life by our company of actors in Maddy’s Theatre this spring, May 31–June 1.

Get to know the incredible young playwrights whose stories will take center stage this year!

TheatreHannah DalyMay 20, 2025Youth Playwriting Festival, YPF, Maddy's Theatre

Bid, Play, Give Back: Don’t Miss These Live & Silent Auction Highlights at the Imagination Ball!

Step into a world of imagination and impact at the Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine’s first-ever Imagination Ball! Whether you're joining us in person or bidding online, every bid you make supports play, learning, and belonging for all children through CMTM's Community Fund. Starting bidding now at: IMAGINATION BALL VIRTUAL AUCTION PAGE

Hannah DalyMay 2, 2025

A Must-Visit Gem for Families Exploring Portland, Maine

If you're planning a family getaway to Portland, Maine, the Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine (CMTM) is an essential stop that promises joy, discovery, and for kids of all ages. Located at Thompson’s Point, this vibrant three-story museum and theatre is a haven for young explorers and a perfect addition to any family itinerary.

Tips for VisitingHannah DalyMay 2, 2025Tips for Visiting

We're Hiring! Theatre Music Director (Temporary)

The Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine (CMTM) is seeking experienced music directors to music direct upcoming plays in our Children’s Theatre Season. The music director works closely with the directing team, actors, designers, and the Theatre Team. Experience music directing theatre for children and families is preferred. This is a temporary paid position.

CareersHannah DalyApril 21, 2025Careers

We're Hiring! Theatre Choreographer (Temporary)

The Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine (CMTM) is seeking experienced choreographers to choreograph upcoming plays in our Children’s Theatre Season. The choreographer works closely with the directing team, actors, designers, and the Theatre Team. Experience choreographing theatre for children and families is preferred. This is a temporary paid position.

CareersHannah DalyApril 21, 2025Careers

Klaus' Incredible Growth Spurt: A Guest Blog from CMTM's Live Exhibits Coordinator Colin Marshall

If your kids seem like they’re growing overnight, wait until you meet Klaus! Our Atlantic Rock Crab recently surprised the CMTM team with a dramatic molt — emerging from his old shell nearly twice his original size. Like all crustaceans, Klaus sheds his exoskeleton to grow, revealing a soft new shell that hardens over time. You can find Klaus in From the Mountains to the Sea on the 3rd Floor — come say hi and see his impressive new look for yourself!

Live AnimalsHannah DalyApril 9, 2025Aquarium, From the Mountains to the Sea, Klaus

We're Hiring! Theatre Production Directors (Temporary)

Help set the stage for all children to imagine and learn through play as an experienced theatre director to direct upcoming plays in our Children’s Theatre Season. The director works closely with the actors, designers, and the Theatre Production team. This is a temporary paid position. Open until filled/ or May 31, 2025.

Casting Call, CareersHannah DalyMarch 27, 2025Casting Call, Maddy's Theatre

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