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Portland Ovations

SEVEN THINGS I'VE LEARNED:
AN EVENING WITH IRA GLASS

Co-Presented with State Theatre in Partnership with Maine Public

Member Pre-sale 5/30. Public sales begin 6/27.

 

Ovations Members – Discount will apply automatically once logged in.

 

Ira Glass — the creator, producer, and host of This American Life, the iconic weekly public radio program with millions of listeners around the world — returns. Using audio clips, music, and video, Glass shares lessons from his life and career: What inspires him to create? What drives his passion? How have failures and successes informed his decisions? During his unique talk, Glass mixes stories live onstage, bringing audiences into the creative process of one of our foremost storytellers and revered radio personalities.

Please Note: VIP Price in front Orchestra seating includes a Meet and Greet reception with Ira Glass, hosted by Maine Public.

Run time: Approx. 90 min.

ADULT, SENIOR 65+ & CHILD/STUDENT prices are available for this event online.
MEMBER pricing is available online when logged onto an account with an active Membership.
GROUPS 10+ are available via phone and in person.
Ticket prices include a per ticket service fee, varying from $2 – $15 depending on ticket price.
Ticket prices subject to change.

Saturday, May 2, 2026 7PM

Tickets

$85 / $65 / $40
*before fees

Venue

State Theatre

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State
theatre

An iconic 1,870-seat concert venue located in downtown Portland, featuring a combination of Moorish and Art Deco architecture and state-of-the-art audio and lighting systems. State Theatre plays host to a wide variety of bands and artists.

Wheelchair Accessible
Assisted Listening Devices
Concessions
Bar
Nearby Parking
Security Check
Address

609 Congress Street
Portland, ME, 04101

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