The Public Theatre's 2026 Spring Auction

Dive into this auction and you'll see everything from necessities to luxuries. Things you need and things you didn't know you needed.

THE AUCTION IS OPEN FOR BIDDING!

Grab a great bargain for yourself, or a fabulous gift for someone else. Bid High. Bid Often. It's all for a great cause!

And this isn't all.  In addition to our ONLINE ONLY items, you'll get a sneak peek at a handful of the items in our LIVE Silent Auction. You'll find them on display in the lobby during the run of Grandma Gatewood Took a Walk playing May 8-17, 2026.

P.S. If you see a (# of #) item and can't locate all of them online, we have reserved some of our "duplicate" offerings for in-person bidding at The Theatre. See "LIVE BIDDING" instructions.

While you are browsing, please take a minute to learn more about our generous donors by clicking on their name in the "Donated by" section.

Please also scroll to the bottom of this page to recognize our Auction Sponsors and Supporters. If you would like to join them, please call 207-782-2211 or visit our Silent Auction webpage for details.

Proceeds from this Auction are critical to our sustainability so you can still enjoy a wonderful time at the Theatre without breaking the bank.

In addition to producing our regular season of shows, our Education Programming has served hundreds of students with FREE workshops either virtually or in-person, and over 3,000 students and educators will attend Student Matinees this season for just $7 each. Your support helps us provide these important arts experiences to your community.

We are looking forward to next season, and hope you will join us.

Winner "BEST THEATRE" Seven Years Running in Down East Magazine Readers' Choice poll! For over 30 years The Public Theatre, Lewiston-Auburn's Professional Theatre, has been bringing the best plays and professional actors from Broadway and beyond to the citizens of Central Maine.

If you'd like to support us with a cash donation, look for the green DONATE button at the top of this page.

Any item marked "Live Event Only" is on display in The Public Theatre lobby during the run of Grandma Gatewood Took a Walk, May 8-17, 2026.

List of Live Items coming in May

BIDDING ON "LIVE EVENT ONLY ITEMS" CLOSES 10 minutes after the end of the Sunday, May 17, 2026, 2:00 pm performance. All Absentee Bids must be submitted by 3:00 pm.