JCJ Architecture

Project Spotlight: Ogunquit Playhouse

In celebration of our 90th anniversary, JCJ is proud to spotlight the many clients and institutions we are privileged to work with — organizations that exemplify community impact, cultural stewardship and creative excellence. This week we acknowledge an institution that is a cornerstone of New England’s cultural landscape —the Ogunquit Playhouse.

Founded in 1933, and located on the beautiful Maine coast, the Ogunquit Playhouse is one of America’s last remaining summer stock theaters. What began as a seasonal venue has evolved into a nationally recognized performing arts destination, welcoming more than 100,000 visitors each year and providing arts education, youth engagement, and a commitment to making live theater accessible to all.

JCJ is honored to be working with the Playhouse on the redevelopment and modernization of its historic campus. The project seeks to preserve the character and spirit that generations of audiences have cherished while creating a more accessible, comfortable, and sustainable home for the future.
Current plans include a new theater designed to reflect the spirit and heritage of the existing Playhouse and campus while providing enhanced amenities, improved accessibility, upgraded infrastructure, and modern support spaces for performers and staff. The project includes site improvements, expanded gathering spaces, an educational center, landscape enhancements, and environmental initiatives that will strengthen the Playhouse's connection to its surroundings.

As the Playhouse looks ahead to its next century, we are grateful for the opportunity to help advance the vision of an institution that has had such a lasting impact on the arts, the local economy, and the cultural life of New England.

We would also like to recognize the dedication of the JCJ team members helping bring this vision to life, including Jim LaPosta, Nick Brooks, Peter Morgan, Carrie Nielsen, Ken MacLeod, Moises Robles, Maddie Sorgio, and Daniel Bhopaul.